Effectively Supporting autistic children in School

This course is designed for tutors who are or will be shadows in school, as well as parents and teachers who would like to better understand the role of a shadow.

About the course

The Effectively Supporting Autistic Children in School course includes information regarding ‘shadowing’ techniques, including prompting, reinforcement, task analysis, and promoting communication and interaction.

The course also includes a variety of ways in which the national curriculum can be differentiated within schools. It also addresses professionalism in schools, including working as part of the class team.

Topics covered

  • The definition of the shadow
  • Role of the shadow
  • How to teach classroom routines
  • Common complications encountered in the school environment

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