The ASA's 38th National Conference on Autism Spectrum Disorders (July 11-14, 2007) of ASA

The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa, Scottsdale, AZ

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Saturday, July 14, 2007: 8:15 AM-9:30 AM
Herberger Ballroom 5 & B
#3016- Educating Students with the Most Significant Disabilities
Students who have the most significant disabilities or who are considered as "low functioning" may require special considerations in educational programming. This session discusses curricular issues, placement options, behavioral programming, and overall educaitonal strategies that address challenges related to communication and other learning disabilities.

Presenters:Cathy Pratt, PhD, Indiana University, Director, Indiana Resource Center for Autism / IIDC - Pratt is Director, Indiana Resource Center for Autism - Indiana Institute on Disability and Community at Indiana University. Pratt is on faculty through the University Graduate School at Indiana University and presents internationally at conferences and workshops. Pratt is the Chair of the ASA Board of Directors. Pratt has written articles related to ASD, functional behavior assessment/positive behavior supports, instructional policy and policy. Prior to pursuing her doctorate at Indiana University, Pratt worked as a classroom teacher for students with ASD.

Kristie Lofland, M.S., Hamilton-Boone Madison Special Services Cooperative, Supervisor for Staff Development and Autism Consultant - Lofland has worked in the field of special education since 1972 as a speech language pathologist and as an audiologist in both public school and clinical settings. She has also served an administrative role in special education. Currently, she is the Supervisor for Staff Development and the Autism Consultant for the Hamilton-Boone-Madision Special Services Cooperative in Carmel, IN providing services to over 600 students across the autisim spectrum.

 
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