Mobile App Monday - Sunny Articulation Phonology Test Kit

The Sunny Articulation Test (SAPT) is an individually administered clinical tool for screening, identification, diagnosis and follow-up evaluation of articulation skills in English speaking individuals. The Sunny Articulation & Phonology Test (SAPT) can be used to identify articulation errors patterns in children as well as adults, while supplementing data obtained from standardized assessments.

To learn more about this app, please visit:
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/id371280343

PECS workshop in September

PECS Level 1 Training

Presenter:

Jill Waegenaere, M.A., CCC-SLP

September 12 & 13, 2016 - A Two Day Workshop

Carmel, Indiana

The Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) is a language training package that is used to teach communication skills rapidly to those with limited functional speech. PECS promotes communication within a social context, without lengthy prerequisite training.

For more information and to register, please visit:
https://www.iidc.indiana.edu/pages/pecs

PECS Level 1 Training

Indiana Resource Center for Autism and Pyramid Educational Consultants, Inc. in collaboration with PATINS and Carmel Clay Schools will be offering a training on the Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS), a language training package that is used to teach communication skills rapidly to those with limited functional speech. The presenter is a licensed Speech/Language Pathologist. The 2-day training will be held in Carmel, IN, on September 12th and 13th.

To learn more about it and to register, please visit:
https://www.iidc.indiana.edu/pages/pecs

The activity kit for babies and toddlers at risk: How to use everyday routines to build social and communication skills

The activity kit for babies and toddlers at risk
"Suspecting that your baby or toddler may have autism spectrum disorder or another developmental delay can be scary and overwhelming. But there is a lot you can do to help, even while waiting for an evaluation or early intervention. With the right tools, everyday tasks can be terrific opportunities for building critical social and communication skills. Start at the kitchen table, bathtub, or shopping cart! In this easy-to-navigate guide, leading experts present more than 100 games and activities designed to support development in children from birth to age 3." -publisher

Interested? Email us at cedir@indiana.edu to check out this title or use worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.

Mobile App Monday - Articulation Scenes

"Articulation Scenes brings articulation practice to a whole new level! This app, developed and designed by a certified speech language pathologist allows children to practice their sounds with a variety of engaging and fun activities centered around the cinema theme. Based on scenes, Articulation Scenes provides numerous opportunities for children to pronounce their sounds more clearly. All activities were beautifully designed around the theme of cinema and movies for a fun and interesting learning activity." -iTunes

Want to learn more about this app? Please visit:
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/id498857302

Save the Date!

Are you interested in learning how to teach communication skills rapidly to those with limited functional speech? If so, then plan to attend the Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) Level 1 Training scheduled for September 12-13, 2016 in Carmel, Indiana.

Sponsored by the Institute’s Indiana Resource Center for Autism and Pyramid Educational Consultants, Inc., PECS promotes communication within a social context without lengthy prerequisite training. Training in PECS begins by teaching a spontaneous request and goes on to teach additional communicative functions such as responding to questions and commenting. An added attraction for preschool children with autism and related disabilities is the high proportion of children who acquire independent speech.

Want to learn more about this training? Please visit:
https://www.iidc.indiana.edu/pages/pecs

Walker finds a way: Running into the adult world with autism

Walker finds a way "tells a story of crisis and recovery of a young man with low-functioning autism. Battling miscommunication, misinterpreted behaviour and a lack of appropriate services, Walker and his parents' resilience shines through, providing a much-needed portrayal about what life is like for adults with low-functioning autism, and how we can understand the complex personalities of people with communication difficulties." -publisher

Want to check it out? Email us at cedir@indiana.edu or use worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.

Save the date!

PECS Level 1 Training

Presented by

Jill Waegenaere, M.A., CCC-SLP

September 12th and 13th 2016

Carmel, Indiana

The Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) is a language training package that is used to teach communication skills rapidly to those with limited functional speech. PECS promotes communication within a social context, without lengthy prerequisite training. Training in PECS begins by teaching a spontaneous request and goes on to teach additional communicative functions such as responding to questions and commenting.

For more information and to register, please visit:
https://www.iidc.indiana.edu/pages/pecs

Co-Sponsored by the Indiana Resource Center for Autism and Pyramid Educational Consultants, Inc.

Mobile App Monday - Read&Write for iPad

Read&Write for iPad is an easy to use alternative keyboard and Safari toolbar to help with everyday tasks like emailing, working on documents, browsing the web and using online forms. It’s great for students, English Language Learners and people of all ages with dyslexia – or anyone who needs a little help typing with their iPad.

Want to learn more about it? Please visit:
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/id934749270

Let's talk: Navigating communication services and supports for your young child with autism

Let's talk: Navigating communication services and supports for your young child with autism "gives you the practical knowledge that you need to evaluate communication therapies and treatments—and make sound decisions rooted in evidence-based practice. A practical resource from trusted experts on autism and communication, this book covers everything from autism fundamentals to the specifics of developing an individualized treatment plan for children birth to five. With the research-based knowledge and real-world guidance in these pages, you will be a well-informed advocate ready to provide the best support for your child on the spectrum." -publisher

Want to check it out? Email us at cedir@indiana.edu or use worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.

Mobile App Monday - Hanx Writer

Developed by actor Tom Hanks, Hanx Writer is a word processing app that will turn your iPad into an old fashioned typewriter! "No longer must you surrender modern luxuries, like the DELETE key, to enjoy the look, feel, and sound of good, old-fashioned word-processing." -iTunes

This app would make a fun addition to a language arts curriculum especially for students that struggle with handwriting and/or need help with fine motor skills. Students with autism spectrum disorder and non-verbal individuals might enjoy using it to communicate.

Want to learn more about this app? Please visit:
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/id868326899

Teaching communication skills to students with severe disabilities

Teaching communication skills to students with severe disabilities is now in its third edition. In it, you will find "up-to-date information and practical guidance on the entire process of supporting communication for students of all ages, from assessing their communication skills to involving peers and adults in intervention. An important textbook and professional reference, this comprehensive volume will help educators, paraprofessionals, SLPs, and other school staff skillfully support every student's right to communicate." -publisher

Want to check it out? Email us at cedir@indiana.edu or use worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.

Enhancing communication for individuals with autism: A guide to the visual immersion system

Enhancing communication for individuals with autism is a "practical, research-based intervention framework that taps into the strong visual processing skills many children on the spectrum have. You'll learn how to use readily available resources—from photos and symbols to apps and software—to create a customized system of visual supports that boost seven key communicative functions." -publisher

Want to check it out? Email us at cedir@indiana.edu or use worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.

Mobile App Monday - Functional Communication System Lite

The Functional Communication System uses real images, audio and video rather than symbols and can be customized. Using the camera and microphone on the iPad 2 (or any images and videos synced to your media roll), you can create a custom user interface which reflects the user's world.

Want to know more about it? Please visit:
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/id496585489

Expanding Expression Tool Workshop

Expanding Expression Tool Workshop

A Multi-Sensory Approach for Improved Written and Oral Expression

Research consistently indicates that individuals with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) often have difficulties with oral and written expression. This workshop will demonstrate a multi-sensory approach for oral and written expression for preschool through 12th grade that will facilitate improvement on vocabulary skills, the common core learning objectives, comprehension of curriculum material, report writing and expressive language.

For more information about this workshop and to register, please visit:
http://www.iidc.indiana.edu/pages/expanding-expression-tool-workshop

Mobile App Monday - Sago Mini Doodle

Want to get your kids with autism communicating while they're being creative? Sago Mini Doodlecast is a unique drawing app that records your voice as you draw. Capture every stroke, word and giggle. Perfect for children ages 2-6. Play back your drawings and share them with friends and family.

Want to learn more about it? Please visit:
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/id469487373

Stuck! strategies: What to do when students get stuck: How to turn "no!" into "let's go!"

Do your students ever get STUCK? Are you searching for ways to get and keep your students engaged in teaching activities? STUCK Strategies is a treasure trove of proven methods for supporting students with disabilities such as autism spectrum disorders, communication disorders, developmental delays, Down Syndrome, and inflexible temperament.

Want to know more? Email us at cedir@indiana.edu or use worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.

Technology and ASD

An article on the use of technology for treatment of individuals with autism spectrum disorders has been published by the folks at the Indiana Resource Center for Autism. The article begins, "Statistics released from the Center of Disease Control (CDC) indicate that 1 out of 68 children in the United States will be diagnosed with an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).  Studies indicate that 20-30% of these children will be unable to communicate their wants, needs, and thoughts verbally. According to the statistics reported by the CDC, that means over 20,000 children are born each year who will be diagnosed with ASD and remain functionally non-verbal. When individuals have severe speech and language disabilities, augmentative and alternative communication strategies (AAC) can provide them with an opportunity to express themselves and have a voice. The inability to communicate has a significant impact on  quality of life, educational  access, and development of social skills and relationships. The frustration of not being able to communicate can lead to negative  behavior challenges as well."

Want to read the entire article? Please visit:
http://www.iidc.indiana.edu/index.php?pageId=3775

Mobile App Monday - I can have conversations with you!

"I Can Have Conversations With You!" provides a unique solution to parents who want to empower their child to start, maintain, and end engaging conversations. This easy-to-follow iPad app captivates the learner’s interest within a fun, supportive environment so that learning to communicate is naturally reinforcing. For people with autism who speak in sentences, "I Can Have Conversations With You!" guides the learner to become an independent communicator and teaches how to use words that relate correctly as he/she converses with various people encountered throughout daily life.

Want to learn more about it? Please visit:
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/i-can-have-conversations-you!/id899522586?mt=8

All Kids Can Succeed: Effective Interventions for Behavioral and Social Challenges

Looking for a workshop on how to handle meltdowns and design effective behavior plans to prevent them? The folks at the Indiana Resource Center for Autism, in collaboration with Avon Community School Corporation, will sponsor a workshop on this topic presented by Jed Baker, Ph.D. in April.

For more information and to register, please visit:
http://www.iidc.indiana.edu/index.php?pageId=3730