Part 2: Applying Evidence-Based Practices & Autism PK–12

1 Units
Credit Validation

Course Description

Credit Validation for DoDEA Participants Only

This course is designed for DoDEA Mid-Atlantic District educators who have previously completed and passed Part 1: Introduction to Evidence-Based Practices & Autism PK–12. Participants will build upon their foundational knowledge of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and evidence-based practices (EBPs) for supporting students with ASD. They will apply this learning by developing both an implementation plan and a related product for use in their own educational context.

The course includes a series of self-paced modules provided by AFIRM and AIM. AFIRM modules are “designed to help you learn the step-by-step process of planning for, using, and monitoring an EBP with learners with ASD,” while AIM modules are “designed for those who support, instruct, work with, or live with someone with autism.”

Participants will engage with a combination of required and self-selected modules, then create an implementation plan and a product designed to enhance learning outcomes and experiences for students with ASD. The course is open to both general and special educators in grades PK–12 across DoDEA’s Mid-Atlantic District and offers a flexible, self-paced learning format.

Participants will have the option to share their products with peers and will receive feedback that may help shape future professional learning opportunities.

Course Details

Number of Units: 1.0 graduate level extension credit(s) in semester hours

Who Should Attend: This course provides continuing education for DoDEA Participants.

Course Requirements:

  • Participants must create a free account to complete the Autism Internet Modules: https://autisminternetmodules.org
  • Participants must be able to access the AFIRM modules (no login required): https://afirm.fpg.unc.edu/modules
  • Participants must have access to a computer with software or web-based programs, or have basic art supplies and a camera to photograph their product for upload or email to the instructor

Prerequisites: Participants must have previously completed and passed Part 1: Introduction to Evidence-Based Practices and Autism PK-12

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What You Will Learn

  • Expand understanding of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and evidence-based practices (EBPs)
  • Apply evidence-based strategies to a real-world educational setting
  • Engage with a series of self-paced learning modules from AFIRM and AIM
  • Develop an implementation plan for use during the current or upcoming school year
  • Create a practical product informed by course learning for use in the classroom or school setting

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The University of San Diego’s Division of Professional and Continuing Education offers graduate-level extension credit for work completed in trainings, workshops, conferences, induction, credentials, and other professional development programs not offered directly by USD. Complete one of the above and a member of our division will help you earn credit for your hard work and dedication to continuing your education.

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