Cognitive Abilities: A Different Way of Thinking and Learning Profile

Modifying Teaching Approaches and Curriculum to Optimize Cognitive Abilities in Learning Environments

The unusual profile of cognitive abilities associated with ASD – at Levels1, 2 & 3 are described with an emphasis on the distinct profile of intellectual abilities, problems with executive function, flexible thinking, coping with mistakes and weak central coherence. Strategies are described to improve motivation, organizational skills and academic achievement.

Course Objectives

The course objectives are to explore and explain:

The cognitive ability profile associated with autism on formal tests of intellectual ability and subsequent modifications to teaching and the curriculum.
The talents and difficulties with reading and mathematics experienced by autistic children and adaptations in the classroom.
Cognitive inflexibility and coping with change and transitions in the school day.
Coping with mistakes.
The effect of Weak Central Coherence in the classroom.
How sensory sensitivity affects concentration and learning.
Managing an autistic child’s stress and anxiety in the classroom and playground.

Key Details

Contact Hours: 4.0 hrs
When: Tue, 14 March 2023
Start Time: 9:00 AM
Duration: Morning Sessions
Format: Live Online Training
Language: English
Venue: Online

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