This workshop is designed for professionals, paraprofessionals, and family members who already have basic knowledge of autism spectrum disorders (ASDs). The workshop will focus upon:
· social/emotional competence in children in preschool through grade 3
· a brief review of the impact of DSM-5 changes in diagnostic criteria for autism spectrum disorders (ASD)
· assessment of the child’s social strengths and challenges
· accommodations and modifications of the physical and interpersonal environment that increase the child’s availability for social learning
· explanation and demonstration of strategies for direct teaching of children and parents in school, home, and clinical settings (including applied behavior analysis and relationship-based approaches).
For more information: http://pdb.seresc.net/SocialYoung.pdf