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Developing multi-cultural, dual language programs for students with Autism Spectrum Disorders

Presenters

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Joel Arick PhDSTAR Autism Support

Doraliz VilaUniversity of Puerto Rico

Project DetailsDepartment Of Education Puerto Rico

Organizer

Puerto Rico UniversitiesCoaches supporting teachers/classrooms

STAR Autism SupportConsultants providing workshops/in class

consultation

Pro-Ed IncPublisher supporting translation of curricula

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SCHOOL

COMMUNITY

VOCATIONAL

Goal of ProjectStudent Success in School & Community

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Instructional Methods Supported by ResearchPrinciples of Applied Behavior Analysis Discrete Trial Training

Task Analysis Prompting Strategies

Using Visual and Environmental Supports Peer Mediated Instruction

Antecedent-Based Strategies Structured Work Systems

Positive Behavior Supports and Strategies Reinforcement

Self-Management Techniques Student Schedules

Augmentative Communication Systems Joint Attention

Modeling/Imitation Strategies

• Data-based Decision Making!• Secondary Curricula Content• Fidelity of Implementation• Lesson Plans• Age Appropriate Materials• Culturally Appropriate Materials• Dual Language Teacher Guides• Visual Supports

• Guides to General Education Standards

• Relationship to IEP Goals• Instructional Strategy Consistency

Between Staff• Team Instructional Planning Tools

Teachers Need Tools

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Working Together for All Students