Linking Theories to Practice

The Indiana Resource Center for Autism has published an article discussing some of the theories that researchers have developed regarding autism spectrum disorders. Here is a snippet:

"The variation of cognitive impairments in individuals with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) presents a challenge for developing unifying theories of the core weakness. Over the past twenty years, researchers in psychology have attempted to develop unifying theories of the central deficit present in individuals with ASD. While research into these areas is common, no one theory can truly explain all of the behaviors exhibited by any particular individual with ASD. However, teachers, parents, and individuals on the spectrum may find that viewing strengths and challenges through any one of these lenses provides some insight into appropriate interventions."

Want to read the entire article? Please visit:
http://www.iidc.indiana.edu/pages/linking-theories-to-practice

Library Closed this Friday

Due to a staff training, the CeDIR Library will be closed this Friday, October 2nd. We will re-open on Monday, October 5th at 8:00 a.m.

Asperger Experts

Asperger Experts is an organization co-founded in 2012 by two young men with Asperger's, Danny Raede, and Hayden Mears. They created their business to offer information and support to families and professionals working with individuals on the autism spectrum. Danny and Hayden provide DVDs, audio courses, webinars, coaching sessions and videos to share their first-hand knowledge of what works for people with Asperger's.

Want to learn more about them? Please visit:
http://www.aspergerexperts.com/

Mobile App Monday - Following Directions

Looking for an app to help users with following directions? Following Directions from I Can Do Apps is ideal for parents, teachers, therapists and individuals with auditory processing disorders, receptive language disorders, cognitive-linguistic disorders or attention and focus disorders.

Want to learn more about it? Please visit:
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/id722392303

When Miles Got Mad

When Miles Got Mad will help young children learn to recognize feelings of anger and learn to control them. When Miles' younger brother Max breaks one of his toys, Miles gets mad! But a glimpse into a mirror shows Miles not a reflection of himself but a fuzzy red monster. The monster talks Miles through his anger and helps him calm down.

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

Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule 2nd Edition Workshop (ADOS-2)

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.

Date: May 4 and 5, 2016

Location: Lawrence Education Community Center, 6501 Sunnyside Road, Indianapolis, IN 46236

Cost: $380

For more information and to register for this two day workshop, please visit:
http://www.iidc.indiana.edu/index.php?pageId=3619

Looking for an ABA Provider?

Need information to help guide your decision-making process when choosing a provider for ABA therapy?  For a better understanding of what ABA is (and what it is not) and how to investigate providers or centers, the Indiana Resource Center for Autism, in collaboration with others, has put together an article that will address this topic.

To read the full article, please visit:
http://www.iidc.indiana.edu/styles/iidc/defiles/irca/abaproviders2014.pdf

Mobile App Monday - Avaz Lite

Avaz Lite is an AAC app that provides a voice for children with Autism. Avaz allows children with Autism and complex communication needs to use an extensive list of core words and research-based vocabulary to maximize their communications and express emotion. Designed for children with Autism, Avaz helps improve communications through interactive speech therapy sessions, all through touch on your iPad.

Learn more about this app at:
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/id909574843

Library Closed Tomorrow

The library will be closed tomorrow, September 11th, for an all-day staff training off-site. We will re-open at 8:00 a.m. on Monday, September 14th.

Have a great weekend!

A Little Book about Friendship

A Little Book about Friendship explains what friendship is through the story of Lionel the lion and Louie the sheep. It discusses how to be a good friend by sharing, solving problems together, and forgiving each other.

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

Interactive Graphic Organizers

Looking for interactive graphic organizers? The folks at Houghton Mifflin Harcourt have several to choose from. Their collection of interactive organizers also offers teaching notes as well as a help page for opening .pdf files. Several different types of organizers are available including those for:

• Generating, Identifying, and Organizing Details
• Determining Main Idea and Drawing Conclusions 
• Order and Sequence
• And more

To view the whole list, please visit:
https://my.hrw.com/nsmedia/intgos/html/igo.htm

Holiday Hours

In observance of the Labor Day holiday next week, we will close today at 4:00 p.m. and re-open on Tuesday, September 8th at 8:00 a.m.

Have a happy holiday!

Ruby's Studio: The Feelings Show

In The feelings show, magical host, Ruby, invites kids into her beautiful art studio for a day of fun and learning through engaging animation, art projects and original music. Children will explore ways to identify, express and move through their feelings as Ruby offers them fun, creative tools to benefit their everyday lives.

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

The survival guide for making and being friends

The survival guide for making and being friends can help kids improve their social skills so they can better enjoy the benefits of friendship. Practical advice covers everything from breaking the ice to developing friendships to overcoming problems. True-to-life vignettes, “what would you do?” scenarios, voluminous examples, quizzes to test learning, “Try This” assignments for practicing techniques, and advice from real kids make this an accessible life-skills handbook. -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.