Workshops
Free Autism Workshop Series
A free workshop series for parents, teachers, therapists, and others working with children on the autism spectrum.
Workshops Offered
Each session is from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at our Brooklyn location. A certificate of completion is available upon request.
BCBA CEU's available for workshops. $10 each CEU
Workshops are 2 hours = 2 CEU's for $20
To register click the link below each one or for more information:
By phone: 718.686.9600
By email: info@skhov.org
By mail: 4302 New Utrecht Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11219
Parent training program made possible by NYC Council Autism Initiative
Funding.
To be Presented: April 16, 2013, 10am -12pm
Music for Children on the Autism Spectrum
Presented by Stephen Shore, Ed.D., Assistant Professor, Dept. of Special Education, Adelphi University, NY
Focusing on including children with autism in the music curriculum and teaching them how to play a musical instrument this presentation explores techniques that are applicable to learners of all abilities. For people on the autism spectrum, music can be used as THE means of communication or to help organize the verbal communication skills and for working with challenges in the motoric, social, representation, and other areas as well.
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To be Presented: May 30, 2013
Socialization Guide for Autism
- Social Cues - understanding and recognition of our environment
- Social Stories and Task analysis
- Family structure - and leisure activities
- Community outings and public places
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To be Presented: June 6, 2013
Bullying: Practical solutions for eradicating bullying for individuals with autism and other special needs
Presented by Dr. Stephen Shore of Adelphi University
(NO BCBA CEU'S AVAILABLE FOR THIS WORKSHOP)
A great majority of people with autism experience bullying in school, in the community, and even into adulthood resulting in possible life-long negative implications such as lowered self-esteem, difficulties in relationships, and depression. This presentation will focus on informing parents, educators, clinicians, and others on how to identify and eradicate bullying on the individual, classroom, and school-wide levels.
LEARNING OUTCOMES using the words list, identify, and define in each sentence.
Participants shall be able to...
- define the act of bullying,
- list two or more indicators indicating when bullying may be taking place,
- list ways to stop bullying when it occurs,
- identify how learning effective skills in self-advocacy can help stop or prevent bullying,
- identify educational steps for bully-proofing school systems.
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Past workshops:
March 7, 2013
The Power of Non-Vocal Communication-Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)
- What are Alternative and Communication Devices?
- The Research that Supports AAC and its usage:
- Assessment and Training of AAC
- AAC devices software and applications
February 25, 2013
Life on and Slightly to the Right of the Autism Spectrum: In Inside View Towards Success
Presented by Dr. Stephen Shore of Adelphi University
(NO BCBA CEU'S AVAILABLE FOR THIS WORKSHOP)
Join Stephen in his autobiographical journey from the nonverbal days as he relates his life to the many challenges facing people on the autism spectrum. Some of the areas discussed include classroom accommodation, teaching of musical instruments, as well as issues faced by adults such as relationships, self-advocacy, higher education, and employment. The session ends with a short audience activity demonstrating what it feels like have autism and to struggle through some of the challenges surrounding communication and socialization.
January 24, 2013
Developing a Functional Living Skills Curriculum that Counts
- Assessment
- Programming and training
- Visual Displays
- Maintenance and Generalization
December 11, 2012, 10am-12pm
Promoting Social Inclusion of People with Autism and other Disabilities in Education
Presented by Stephen Shore, Ed.D., Assistant Professor, Dept. of Special Education, Adelphi University, NY
This presentation examines the development and use of educational accommodations as extensions of good teaching practice. For example, a student with special needs in a regular education choral class who is unable to stand still and sing can be afforded another way of meaningfully participating in the choir performance. Attendees will come away with easy to implement, practical solutions for including children with autism and other special needs into the regular education experience.
November 15, 2012
Developing a "Team"-Collaborative Approach
- Family and Friends
- Center based team/Related Service Providers
- Home based team/Consultants
- Physicians/ Specialists
October 23, 2012, 10am - 12pm
Developing an Understanding of the Hidden Curriculum for Learners with High Functioning Autism and Asperger Syndrome: A Lifespan Approach
Presented by Stephen Shore, Ed.D., Assistant Professor, Dept. of Special Education, Adelphi University, NY
When is it appropriate to talk in class? How does one act when hanging out with friends, in school, or in the library? Is there a way to reckon with the fact that the "lunch hour" at work is only 30 minutes? Most people automatically know the answers to these questions and many like them through observations of social interaction. However, the ability to infer proper social interaction through observation is often impaired in people with Asperger Syndrome and High Functioning Autism.
This presentation examines Power Cards, Social Stories by Carol Gray, emotional thermometers and mnemonic devices such as Stop, Observe, Deliberate, and Act and other strategies for providing practical solutions to the vexing problem of teaching appropriate social interaction to people on the autism spectrum in appropriate social interactions. Taking a strength-based approach, the common theme between these and other related educational devices is that these techniques employ the often considerable cognitive and analytical powers of people on the autism spectrum.
Evaluating Different Approaches for Supporting Children with Autism
June 18th 2012, 10am-12pm
Noting that there has been no true comparison between educational/behavioral/developmental approaches for working with children on the autism spectrum, qualitative research was initiated to investigate Applied Behavioral Analysis, TEACCH, Daily Life Therapy, Miller Method, and DIR. Other methods such as RDI and SCERTS are also discussed.
Some preliminary findings suggest that current definitions of autism are lacking and a more multi-dimensional approach is needed, the autism spectrum as currently employed is too wide to be useful, many techniques are applicable across approaches, and a general sense that people with autism have something valuable to contribute to the community as a whole.
Presented by Dr. Stephen Shore.
- Assistant Professor, Special Education at Adelphi University
- Author, Beyond the Wall: Personal Experiences with Autism and Asperger Syndrome
- Author and Contributor, Ask and Tell: Self Advocacy and Disclosure for People on the Autism Spectrum
- Co-Author, Understanding Autism for Dummies
- Co-Featured, Living Along the Autism Spectrum: What it means to have Autism or Asperger Syndrome (DVD)
The Collaborative Model of Shema Kolainu - Language and Feeding
May 30, 2012
- Understanding the benefits of a team approach
- Understanding ABA and the tactics
- Understanding Prompt therapy - fundamental level
- Understanding Oral motor needs
- Assessments and treatments
Presenters, Consultants and Coordinators:
Gili Rechany, MA, SBL, BCBA, Educational Director
Elizabeth Diviney, PhD, BCBA, Behavior Consultant
Chanie Kessler, MA, Educational Coordinator
Rebecca Volker, SLP - CCC, Speech and Language Pathologist
Kim Robinson, MPA, Director of Operations, Coordinator
The Road to Independence
March 28, 2012
- Toilet training: baseline, training and follow-up.
- Self care skills: brushing teeth, dressing, showering, and eating.
- Pre-Vocational skills: following a task analysis, activity schedules and PSI.
Employment Opportunities for People with Autism: Observations on Promoting Success
March 21, 2012
Presented by Dr. Stephen Shore.
With Introduction by Joshua Weinstein, Ph.D., M.B.A., CEO & Founder of ICare4Autism and Shema Kolainu - Hear Our Voices on the ICare4Autism Autism Workforce Initiative.
Even those individuals with ASD who achieved post secondary education or have highly developed skill areas often have difficulty selling themselves in job interviews and maintaining working relationships on the job. Drawing on his personal and professional experiences as an adult living with Autism, Stephen shared the strategies he has used successfully to find and secure employment and meet the expectations of employers for people throughout the autism spectrum.
Joshua Weinstein, Ph.D., M.B.A., CEO & Founder of ICare4Autism and Shema Kolainu - Hear Our Voices will be spoke about the Autism Workforce Initiative which will the first of its kind. It will encompass workforce entry services for high school students with autism, post-transition supportive services, vocational and employment services ranging from semi-skilled to high functioning individuals, and a special targeted program to place persons with Asperger's Syndrome in technology sector jobs.
Senses and Sensibilities: An Inside View on Sensory Issues, What They Look Like, Avoiding Them, and Working Through Ones that Occur
February 6th, 2012
Presented by Dr. Stephen Shore
- Assistant Professor, Special Education at Adelphi University
- Author, Beyond the Wall: Personal Experiences with Autism and Asperger Syndrome
- Author and Contributor, Ask and Tell: Self Advocacy and Disclosure for People on the Autism Spectrum
- Co-Author, Understanding Autism for Dummies
- Co-Featured, Living Along the Autism Spectrum: What it means to have Autism or Asperger Syndrome (DVD)
Many persons on the autistic spectrum experience sensory stimuli with such variation that it can either be completely causing extreme discomfort, or on the other hand, be undetectable, and/or be so distorted as to be useless. All of these situations can be overwhelming, and at times dangerous. The aim of this presentation is to enable susceptible individuals and those close to them to minimize the effect of or avoid such situations, thereby enabling those who have these sensitivities to take advantage of opportunities that might otherwise be too overwhelming to otherwise even consider.
Curriculum Development for Advanced Learners
January 25, 2012
- Development of Centers and Personalized System of Instruction
- Development of Academic portfolio
- Development of Pre and post test model
- Tactical Teaching methodologies: WH questions, Math Concepts, Comprehension
Using Technology Across all Environments to Increase Independence
November 30, 2011
Introduction to:
- Videos and internet resources
- Software and interactive play
- Social stories and PowerPoint
- Preacademic and academic skills
Workshop - Get Care and Support for Children -
Insurance Benefits and Medical Coverage
COME HEAR about the Importance of ADEQUATE MEDICAL COVERAGE and the EXTRA Health Insurance benefits available for your child receiving services from the Early Intervention Program.
LEARN HOW THESE PROGRAMS CAN HELP WITH:
- paying for medical bills and reducing out of pocket costs
- renewing your Medicaid Insurance on time and avoiding loss of coverage
- providing benefits and resources through the Children with Special Health Care Needs Program
- Informing you of the eligibility for these benefits through one of our Child Benefit Advisor assigned to help you apply.
Networking with your Child's Team - Being a Strong Advocate
Communicating and understanding doctors, therapist, teachers, and administrators. Increasing Autism Awareness and keeping up with the research, assisting in fundraising for Autism and finding a cure.
Presented: November 18th, 2010
Adaptive Daily Living Skills - the Road to Independence
Toilet training: baseline, training and follow-up. Self care skills: brushing teeth, dressing, showering, and eating. Pre-Vocational skills: following a task analysis, activity schedules and PSI.
Presented: January 13th, 2011
Teaching Communication in Different Ways
Understanding Non verbal communication: Using Augmentative communication in the home and in the community. Alternative and augmentative communicational assessment, training procedures and integration of AAC in everyday life. Understanding Verbal communication: Verbal immersion, Verbal behavior, Verbal imitation and fluency.
Presented: March 24th, 2011
Using Technology to Increase Independence & Learning
Introduction to: Videos and internet resources
Software and interactive play
Social stories and PowerPoint
Pre-academic and academic skills
Presented: May 26th, 2011
