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Category Archives: autism resources
Mi Stories: Social Story Videos for iTouch and Video iPod
Kencrest’s autism support includes a new listing of videos called “Mi Stories”. They are under the autism video link and can be downloaded off the site. The set of 8 videos feature topics including:Getting dressed, Going to the grocery store, Going to … Continue reading
Wii Therapy: Findings in Motor Integration/planning and Sensory Systems
Can observing children using theWii help us learn more about their weaknesses and develop strategies to use the Wii to augment traditional therapy and educational practice?The Wii mat for Outdoor Challenge is pictured above, along with the pipleslider … Continue reading
Posted in assistive technology, autism resources, motor integration, sensory systems, Wii and autism, Wii and occupational therapy, Wii and special education
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Oregon Legislative Workgroup on Autism to Hold Community Forums
An Oregon Legislative Workgroup is hitting the road to hear from families and community members on Autism Support.I received the information below in an email from Oregon State Representative Chris Edwards’ office:In response to the growing numbers of … Continue reading
Posted in assistive technology, Autism, autism resources, Oregon Legislation and Autism
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Autism Grant Increases Hands-on Training Opportunities for Students in Therapy and Education
A major breakthrough came this spring when a severely autistic student in one of our high schools made the connection to use a set of “Go Talk Ones” for his communication development. We had tried several different ideas that incorporated assistive tec… Continue reading
Posted in assistive technology, autism resources, Autism Speaks, autism training in higher education, Go Talk One
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