Mobile App Monday - Autism and PDD Reasoning and Problem Solving

Need to help students develop problem-solving and reasoning skills? Speech-language pathologists and early interventionists use Buddy Bear products to help improve communication skills in children with autism spectrum disorders.

• Solving a Problem—answer “what” questions to solve problems
• Cause and Effect—answer a "why" question to determine cause and effect
• Predicting—infer and predict what Buddy Bear is going to do based on the items he has
• Sequencing—identify Buddy Bear’s next step
• Comparing—identify how two items are the same

For a closer look at this app, please visit:
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/autism-pdd-reasoning-problem/id494277439?mt=8

IRCA to host workshop on oral and written expression

In Indianapolis on October 9th, IRCA will host a workshop that 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.

To learn more and to register, please visit: http://www.iidc.indiana.edu/index.php?pageId=3702

Mobile App Monday - Attainment's Social Success

Attainment's Social Success Software is an interactive social skill tutorial for adolescents and adults with developmental disabilities, including autism. Fifty skills are shown in an easy-to-navigate interface, so students can work independently or in self-directed groups. Each skill has five activities: Intro, Steps, Self-Talk, Movie, and Problem Solving. -iTunes

Want to learn more about it? Please visit:
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/attainments-social-success/id776092218?mt=8

The hidden curriculum for understanding unstated rules in social situations

The hidden curriculum for understanding unstated rules in social situations for adolescents and young adults has been revised and expanded. In this edition, information on evidence-based practice has been added. A series of instructional strategies are also included that can be used to teach the hidden curriculum. Charts, forms, and templates are some of the effective tools you'll find in this book.

Want to learn more about it? 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 - NLConcepts Autism: Sort & Categorize

Looking for a way to teach categorization to children with autism? This Sort and Categorize Game is a fun way to do just that. Sixteen categories are available with 12 pictures. When the correct category is chosen, the game advances to the next picture.

Want to learn more about it? Please visit:
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/nlconcepts-autism-sort-categorize/id389743827?mt=8

The hidden curriculum and other everyday challenges for elementary-age children with high-functioning autism

Looking for simple, no-nonsense advice on how to handle everyday occurrences that can be challenging for children on the autism spectrum?  The hidden curriculum and other everyday challenges for elementary-age children with high-functioning autism is a reader-friendly book that provides social rules that help children with peer relationships, school and everyday activities. New hidden curriculum tips, including tips on Internet safety, provide children essential social rules for succeeding in an ever-changing interactive world. -from the book description

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

The Wonderful World of Work

The Wonderful World of Work is a hands-on workbook that demystifies the world of work in order to help teenagers with Asperger syndrome (Autism Spectrum Disorder) feel confident in their ability to be successful at their studies and get a job. Each chapter talks the teen through a different element of employment, including the benefits of having a job, why education is important, how to write a resume and succeed at job interviews, and the advantages and disadvantages of autism in the workplace.

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

Innovative technologies to benefit children on the autism spectrum

"Innovative Technologies to Benefit Children on the Autism Spectrum brings together relevant theoretical frameworks and empirical research concerning the emerging technologies that benefit individuals living with autism. This book is an essential reference source for parents, teachers, special educators, researchers, academics, and other professionals seeking relevant information on the emerging technological advances available for individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders." -book description

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 - Errands

Looking for a task manager app? Try Errands To-Do List.

"Errands is a task manager with a pleasing design and is easy to learn and use. Crafted with a blend of basic and advanced features: Folders, Checklists, Task Images, Scheduling & Repeating, Alerts (alarms), Automatic Badge Updating, Calendar View, Mail Tasks, Multiple View Modes, Search and more!" -iTunes

Want to know more about it? Please visit:
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/errands-to-do-list/id318095638?mt=8

Workshop Announcement for ADOS-2

Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule2nd Edition Workshop (ADOS-2)

September 9 & 10, 2014

Indianapolis, IN

This workshop will provide a unique opportunity to learn directly from a co-author of the ADOS-2. The five modules of the ADOS-2 will be outlined. Included will be video demonstrations of administration of some of the modules. There will be an opportunity to practice and discuss the scoring criteria. The clinical use of the ADOS-2 will also be discussed.

For more information on this workshop, please visit: http://www.iidc.indiana.edu/index.php?pageId=3619

Autism Spectrum Disorders: An Overview in Spanish

The Autism NOW Center, a project of The Arc, and the Autism Society of America have partnered to offer a free resource to Spanish-speaking families. This new webinar will be offered entirely in Spanish. Presenters will provide an overview of ASD; discuss steps involved in screening and diagnosis; address existing barriers for Latino families; and help connect families to resources in their community.

To register for this webinar, please visit:
https://thearc.webex.com/mw0307l/mywebex/default.do?service=7&nomenu=true&main_url=%2Ftc0506l%2Ftrainingcenter%2FLoading.do%3Fsiteurl%3Dthearc%26apiname%3Dj.php%26servicename%3DTC%26needFilter%3Dfalse%26rnd%3D4175677075%26MTID%3Dt7155321b990586bb4d666c0715ff0c36%26RT%3DMiMxMQ%253D%253D%26UID%3D1869133632%26ED%3D277907892%26FM%3D1&siteurl=thearc