Doug Doty

This training will include: 1. Why and how the OPI created a new educational autism criteria in 2019; 2.  What is and who are/are not required to identify a student as having autism spectrum disorder in the education setting; 3.  A review of the OPI autism criteria; 4.  Time for questions and answers. You can […]

Have you ever wondered how the CDC develops their data on the rate of autism? Or how the rate of autism has changed over time? How did the inclusion (and then removal) of Asperger’s as a form of autism affect the rate of autism as measured by the CDC? This training will provide information on […]

Using case studies and examples from your setting we begin the workshop highlighting the key concepts of applied behavior analysis, helping you to understand why challenging behaviors occur. We discuss the importance of designing supportive learning environments based upon the Pyramid Approach to Education® framework. The next step in the workshop is to define behaviors […]

Young children with language delays are at risk for persistent developmental and behavioral difficulties. This presentation will focus on the assessment of social-emotional development in children with language delays and autism spectrum disorder as well as the emerging evidence supporting effectiveness of interventions. You can register for the training here.

You will learn how to teach critical communication skills that lead to greater independence in the home, work, school and community settings. We review nine specific skills: requesting reinforcers, requesting help, requesting a break, indicating yes and no, waiting, following directions, schedule-following and transitioning. Through lecture, demonstrations, video and participatory activities, you will acquire specific […]