Calendar of Events Upcoming Events 464 Literacy Series Wednesday, May 30, 2001. She is a national presenter and seminar instructor as well as a curriculum developer, Title I Coordinator, and staff developer. The Rhode Island Writing Project offers a series of Professional Development programs for teachers of grades K-12. The Writing Project offers specialized in-service programs at schools, a workshop series and conferences for teachers of all grades and subject areas.
Location varies depending on the program.
Workshops can be held at any school. The participants will gain a philosophical understanding of Autism Spectrum Disorders and the behavioral challenges these individuals are presented with. Participants will gain knowledge to better understand the background of specific problem behaviors and to identify the student's perspective, the misperceptions and the skill deficits that caused the problems. Participants will be taught to use assessments designed to pinpoint behavior functions and also learn to implement positive behavioral programs with their students. This workshop is designed with practical recommendations and strategies designed for parents, teachers, Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists, paraprofessionals and administrators.