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3865 Overview of Autism Spectrum Disorders and ASA

Thursday, July 10, 2008: 12:30 PM-1:45 PM

Sanibel 3 (Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center)

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This session is geared toward first time attendees and parents of children who are newly diagnosed. Participants will receive an overview of autism spectrum disorders, practical ideas for educational programming and a framework for organizing information gathered throughout the conference.

Content Area: Education

Presenters:

Cathy Pratt, Ph.D.
Director, Indiana Resource Center for Autism / IIDC
Indiana University

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.

Chris Filler, RN, BSN
Transition Coordinator/Educational Consultant
Ocali

Chris Filler is Transition Coordinator for the Ohio Center for Autism and Low Incidence and has worked with individuals and families with autism/developmental disabilities for 18 years. She has served as an EI Service Coordinator, Family Resource Specialist, and Autism Consultant/Trainer for many school districts throughout Ohio.

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