The AIM project will develop a series of 60 modules by the time the project is complete on topics including assessment and identification, characteristics, evidence-based practices and interventions, transition to adulthood, and employment. Module authors include experts on autism spectrum disorders from across the nation.  The AIM platform was designed and built by OCALI staff with components consistent with research on how adults learn. Information is presented at a universal reading level with activities providing support to those with introductory or advanced knowledge on ASD.  These modules are available at no cost to any computer or digital telephone user.  ...

The purpose of these modules is to introduce you to sensory interventions for students with autism. This online module includes basic information on sensory interventions, a quiz, and related resources. The Interactive Collaborative Autism Network (ICAN) is a collaborative effort among the State Departments of Education of Connecticut and Minnesota and the University of Kansas. Funding for ICAN has been provided by the U.S. Department of Education.

This toolkit is intended as a support for the general education and administrative school staff who interact with students with autism in various capacities.  However, it is envisioned that this tool kit will provide valuable information and resources that can be employed by special education and administrative staff in their efforts to plan for and support students in general education environments and involvement in the school community as a whole.  Contents include: (a) Introduction; (b) What Is Autism?; (c) How Might a Child With Special Needs Be Part of Our School?; (d) General Strategies for Intervention; (d) For Specific Members of the School Community; (e) Resources.  ...

This site provides access to modules that may be helpful for family members, professionals, and individuals on the autism spectrum.  Some of the modules are specifically geared for families as they search for solutions and resources.  The goal is to provide you with a process for problem solving and program development for your son or daughter on the autism spectrum.  Topics are: Family Module 1--About Autism Spectrum Disorders;  Family Module 2--Family Resources and Support;  Family Module 3--Suggestions for Behavioral Programming; and Family Module 4--Interventions and Education. Some links in the modules pertain to Indiana resources but these are generally applicable ...

This training includes an introductory video, a video for each of the 10 guiding principles for programming for children and youth with autism spectrum disorders, and a concluding video. Principles address the following topics: communication, visual strategies and environmental supports, daily schedules, applied behavior analysis, shaping self-stimulatory behavior, discrete trial instruction, identifying reinforcers, providing choice-making opportunities, evaluating programming efforts, and communicating among team members. Each video is accompanied by a downloadable print transcript.

Started in 2000, this site was created to disseminate information about characteristics, assessment, and research-based interventions and services for children and youth with autism spectrum disorders.  A series of training modules has been developed on: (a) characteristics; (b) assessment; (c) academic interventions; (d) behavioral interventions; (e) communication interventions; (f) environmental interventions; and (g) social interventions.  Each module contains an introduction, overview, lecture, quiz, frequently asked questions, references, and forum.  Click the topics at the top of the page to enter each module.  (ICAN is a collaborative effort among ...

This set of four videos addresses assistive technology for students with significant disabilities as well as covering many available resources to support instruction.

Current topics in CARDâ?s online library include (a) Materials for Supporting Literacy with Young Readers; (b) Understanding the 3 Bâ?s -- Beliefs, Behavior, and Building Support; (c) Toilet Training Video Overview; (d) Learning to Play with Your Child With Autism; (e) Visual Supports; (f) Accommodations and Modifications; (g) Coping withUnexpected Changes -- and more. (CARD is a center of the Louis de la Parte Florida Mental Health Institute, University of South Florida.)

This online module provides information on the essentials of high functioning autism and Asperger Syndrome for resource and general education teachers. The thirty-eight minute video and facilitation guide are designed for faculty meeting presentations and help teachers understand the neurological foundations of autism, the underlying characteristics of this condition, and some practical interventions for school success.

To advance the understanding of current research regarding toxic exposures and learning and developmental disabilities, a highly successful research and science teleconference series has been developed -- 42 teleconferences are accessible. Topics of interest include (a) autism spectrum disorders; (b) lead research; (c) nicotine research; (d) prenatal alcohol exposure, (e) environmental contaminants and IQ; (f) chemical exposure and developmental disabilities; (g) protecting childrenâ?s health at school -- and 35 more. Along with audio recordings, PowerPoints some additional print information is available. (With home offices in Washington DC, AAIDD, [formerly the American Association of Mental ...