Porchlight University Courses | Porchlight Autism Education Series https://www.porchlighteducation.org The Porchlight Autism Educational Series is a resource designed for parents and caregivers of people living with autism. Wed, 16 Jun 2021 07:46:44 +0000 en-US hourly 1 Introduction To Autism Spectrum Disorders https://www.porchlighteducation.org/product/introduction-to-autism-spectrum-disorders/ https://www.porchlighteducation.org/product/introduction-to-autism-spectrum-disorders/#respond Wed, 17 Jun 2020 20:47:10 +0000 https://www.porchlighteducation.org/?post_type=product&p=2927 The discounted price of $14.99 is available for a limited time.

Course Length: 1 Hour You will receive a Certificate of Completion upon finishing the course.

This first course is focused on introducing you to autism. The more you learn the more valuable you become to both children with autism spectrum disorder as well as those who are typically developing in your classroom. This is an opportunity to gain the tools necessary to make a positive impact for children with special needs, helping them succeed in the classroom and beyond.

]]> This first course in our four-course series "Introduction to Autism Spectrum Disorders in General Education Classrooms" is focused on introducing you to autism. The more you learn the more valuable you become to both children with autism spectrum disorder as well as those who are typically developing in your classroom. This is an opportunity to gain the tools necessary to make a positive impact on children with special needs, helping them succeed in the classroom and beyond.

Objectives
  • You will gain a better understanding of autism. Here, you will learn what autism is, its history, myths and misconceptions, as well as helpful terminology.
  • You will understand why understanding autism is important to you as a teacher. You will learn how to make your classrooms more inclusive and take a closer look at what the law requires of you. You will find research that supports the need to raise our educational bar to include children with autism spectrum disorder and make the connection that academic success is directly related to behavioral maturity. And as a teacher, you have a professional responsibility to provide students with a safe and caring learning environment.
  • You will discover the various characteristics of autism, including how to communicate, understand behavior, sensory sensitivities, and sensory integration. You will also learn the term "executive function" and why it’s particularly important for success in the classroom.
  • You will spend time learning to make your classroom more inclusive with concepts like Universal Design for Learning, making accommodations for children with autism spectrum disorder and your classroom structure.
This course contains:
  • 1 hour of learning. Each course is broken into four 15 minute lessons, perfect for self-paced learning that fits your schedule.
  • Interactive activities and visuals to increase learning.
  • Real-world scenarios to help you apply the knowledge, tools, and strategies quickly in your classroom.
  • Additional educational resources to keep the learning going.
  • A downloadable Certification of Completion! Upon completing a course, a personalized Certificate of Completion is provided as proof of participation. Some professionals may earn continuing education or professional development hours with this document -- check with your employer or professional organization!
System Requirements and Device Compatibility: 
  • Our eLearning courses can be viewed on most internet browsers and are accessible with a desktop computer, laptop, tablet, or smartphone device. Please make sure your browsers are up-to-date.
  • Your course will launch into a pop-up window. Make sure to disable pop-up blockers when launching your course. When you exit the course, you will be directed back to your account page.
  • The use of narration, video, and music is used throughout the course. Closed Captioning is available by clicking the "CC" icon at the bottom left of the course.
Questions or Technical Issues? Email info@porchlighteducation.org
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Course Length: 1 Hour You will receive a Certificate of Completion upon finishing the course.

This second course in our four course series is designed to deepen your knowledge of Individualized Education Programs or an IEP. This includes the federal laws in place that support an IEP, its importance, what’s included and the role of the general education teacher in its design, development and implementation.

]]> This second course in our four-course series "Introduction to Autism Spectrum Disorders in General Education Classrooms" is designed to deepen your knowledge of Individualized Education Programs or an IEP. This includes the federal laws in place that support an IEP, its importance, what’s included in an IEP, and the role of the general education teacher in its design, development, and implementation.

Objectives
  • You will gain a deeper understanding of the value of an Individualized Education Program from both a legal and functional perspective. You will learn how the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (known as IDEA) intersects with the IEP. You will review the qualifying conditions defined by IDEA and what school districts must provide in accordance with federal laws.
  • You will understand how the evolution of legislation granting civil rights to disabled individuals progressed into providing equal opportunity for all individuals with disabilities. You will also learn what is required to ensure children with disabilities spend as much time as possible with peers who do not receive special education.
  • You will learn what it takes to prepare for and participate in an IEP meeting; including specific actions you need to take. You will learn who should be involved in an IEP meeting along with the requirements of each role. Time will also be spent talking about the expectations of the general education teacher during the IEP meeting including the information you should provide and your role in implementing a child’s IEP in your classroom.
  • You will learn the importance of creating SMART Goals that states in tangible, measurable terms specifically how the student will progress and succeed in the classroom. You will uncover what goes into constructing an IEP, from defining the child’s present level of performance to crafting measurable goals designed to meet the child’s ongoing academic and functional needs. You will also examine sample goal statements to determine how well they address IDEA criteria. Time will also be spent on the components of a child’s daily IEP planning form.
This course contains:
  • 1 hour of learning. Each course is broken into four 15 minute lessons, perfect for self-paced learning that fits your schedule.
  • Interactive activities and visuals to increase learning.
  • Real world scenarios to help you apply the knowledge, tools, and strategies quickly in your classroom.
  • Additional educational resources to keep the learning going.
  • A downloadable Certification of Completion! Upon completing a course, a personalized Certificate of Completion is provided as proof of participation. Some professionals may earn continuing education or professional development hours with this document -- check with your employer or professional organization!
System Requirements and Device Compatibility:

  • Our eLearning courses can be viewed on most internet browsers and are accessible with a desktop computer, laptop, tablet, or smartphone device. Please make sure your browsers are up-to-date.
  • Your course will launch into a pop-up window. Make sure to disable pop-up blockers when launching your course. When you exit the course, you will be directed back to your account page.
  • The use of narration, video, and music is used throughout the course. Closed Captioning is available by clicking the "CC" icon at the bottom left of the course.
Questions or Technical Issues? Email info@porchlighteducation.org
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Course Length: 1 Hour You will receive a Certificate of Completion upon finishing the course.

The third course in our four-course series "Creating Effective Classrooms" is designed to help teachers build flexibility into the ways they present and teach materials to students of all abilities and set up the physical classroom to support a diverse learning environment. It takes a dive into concepts and methodologies such as Universal Design of Learning, differentiated instruction, modifications and accommodations, and task analysis. The course will also provide a brief history and evolution of teaching methods across the United States, how those methodologies have shifted over time, and the ways in which more recent developments and enhancements can be integrated into your classroom strategies.

]]> The third course in our four-course series "Creating Effective Classrooms" is designed to help teachers build flexibility into the ways they present and teach materials to students of all abilities and set up the physical classroom to support a diverse learning environment. It takes a dive into concepts and methodologies such as Universal Design of Learning, differentiated instruction, modifications and accommodations, and task analysis. The course will also provide a brief history and evolution of teaching methods across the United States, how those methodologies have shifted over time, and the ways in which more recent developments and enhancements can be integrated into your classroom strategies.

Objectives
  • You will learn the emergence of public-school education in the US from the one room schoolhouse to the rise of the student-centered classroom. You will expand your knowledge of the history of education by discovering the major historical events that led to transformational approaches in learning and education. You’ll also be introduced to the concept of Universal Design for Learning and how that supports the concept of student-centered learning.
  • You will learn the importance of FAPE and IDEA in ensuring each student’s right to special education. You will review landmark cases that paved the way for FAPE - Free and Appropriate Public Education, IDEA - Individuals with Disabilities Education Act and LRE - Least Restrictive Environment. You will also expand your understanding of ethical teaching which along with
    Effective Teaching Standards provide a safe and caring learning environment for your students.
  • You will gain a deeper look into Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and how you can build flexibility into the ways instruction is presented to students. You will learn the ways UDL builds this flexibility through differentiated instruction, and modifications and accommodations.
  • You will learn how to integrate UDL, differentiated instruction, modifications and accommodations, along with other tools and techniques into your classroom. Time will be spent sharing approaches and examples for modifying and making accommodations to the curriculum; including Scaffolding and Task Analysis. You will learn proven strategies for effectively modifying the curriculum using tools like Priming, and Visual Supports. You will also learn unique ways to structure your classroom to meet the needs of diverse students.
This course contains:
  • 1 hour of learning. Each course is broken into four 15 minute lessons, perfect for self-paced learning that fits your schedule.
  • Interactive activities and visuals to increase learning.
  • Real-world scenarios to help you apply the knowledge, tools, and strategies quickly in your classroom.
  • Additional educational resources to keep the learning going.
  • A downloadable Certification of Completion! Upon completing a course, a personalized Certificate of Completion is provided as proof of participation. Some professionals may earn continuing education or professional development hours with this document -- check with your employer or professional organization!
System Requirements and Device Compatibility: 
  • Our eLearning courses can be viewed on most internet browsers and are accessible with a desktop computer, laptop, tablet, or smartphone device. Please make sure your browsers are up-to-date.
  • Your course will launch into a pop-up window. Make sure to disable pop-up blockers when launching your course. When you exit the course, you will be directed back to your account page.
  • The use of narration, video, and music is used throughout the course. Closed Captioning is available by clicking the "CC" icon at the bottom left of the course.
Questions or Technical Issues? Email info@porchlighteducation.org
]]> https://www.porchlighteducation.org/product/creating-effective-classrooms/feed/ 0 Building Positive Behavior Culture https://www.porchlighteducation.org/product/building-positive-behavior-culture/ https://www.porchlighteducation.org/product/building-positive-behavior-culture/#respond Wed, 16 Jun 2021 07:46:44 +0000 https://www.porchlighteducation.org/?post_type=product&p=3185 The discounted price of $14.99 is available for a limited time.

Course Length: 1 Hour You will receive a Certificate of Completion upon finishing the course.

This course focuses on building an open, safe and welcoming classroom culture and strengthening the social skills students need to create and maintain positive relationships. The course provides methodologies, tools and techniques for positive behavior culture in the classroom and addressing common social skills challenges among students with ASD. Teachers will receive practical strategies and activities that you can use in your classroom right away.

]]> The fourth course in our four-course series, "Building Positive Behavior Culture", focuses on building an open, safe, and welcoming classroom culture and strengthening the social skills students need to create and maintain positive relationships. The course provides methodologies, tools, and techniques for positive behavior culture in the classroom and addressing common social skills challenges among students with ASD. Teachers will receive practical strategies and activities that you can use in your classroom right away.

Objectives
  • You will learn strategies to create a positive classroom culture in which all students feel safe and free to be involved. You will learn the importance of empowering students to be part of their own learning experience, one in which everyone is welcomed, respected, and valued, and you will learn specific strategies you can apply to build and sustain an inclusive classroom.
  • You will learn that skills such as communication, problem solving, and decision-making support teachers and students in building and maintaining positive relationships. You will spend time exploring how core social skills can transform your classroom culture and how they can achieve tangible results.
  • You will learn how certain behaviors present themselves in the classroom. You will learn the types of actions that can impact social skills, and that social skill challenges can appear in one of three ways: in perception, interpretation, or response. You will also discover the internal and external factors that can impact the performance of a social skill such as anxiety.
  • You will learn practical techniques you can use to build positive classroom culture. You will also learn specific strategies you can use to address social challenges such as interrupting, talking too much, monopolizing conversations, saying inappropriate things, or fidgeting.
This course contains:
  • 1 hour of learning. Each course is broken into four 15 minute lessons, perfect for self-paced learning that fits your schedule.
  • Interactive activities and visuals to increase learning.
  • Real-world scenarios to help you apply the knowledge, tools, and strategies quickly in your classroom.
  • Additional educational resources to keep the learning going.
  • A downloadable Certification of Completion! Upon completing a course, a personalized Certificate of Completion is provided as proof of participation. Some professionals may earn continuing education or professional development hours with this document -- check with your employer or professional organization!
System Requirements and Device Compatibility: 
  • Our eLearning courses can be viewed on most internet browsers and are accessible with a desktop computer, laptop, tablet, or smartphone device. Please make sure your browsers are up-to-date.
  • Your course will launch into a pop-up window. Make sure to disable pop-up blockers when launching your course. When you exit the course, you will be directed back to your account page.
  • The use of narration, video, and music is used throughout the course. Closed Captioning is available by clicking the "CC" icon at the bottom left of the course.
Questions or Technical Issues? Email info@porchlighteducation.org
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