Online professional development training on Autism is available for free at

Region 13 Education Service Center

Topics include:

Aligning Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment for Students with Significant Cognitive Delays

This online module was developed by the Low Incidence Statewide Network to provide guidance to teachers working with students with significant cognitive delays. The training will focus on how to bring all the pieces together so that instruction is aligned to the TEKS, assessment and the IEP, in order to prepare students for STAAR ALT and life!

Asperger 101 Online

This course is an overview of many of the issues that we see in students with Asperger Syndrome. Information related to diagnosis and the key features of Asperger Syndrome are presented including: social interaction, language, restricted interests, dealing with change, motor involvement, cognitive issues, sensory processing emotional vulnerability and the gifts of Asperger Syndrome. In addition, you will review some intervention strategies and accommodations that may be needed in schools, including tools to help organize the school day.

Augmentative and Alternative Communication and the Autism Spectrum

In this online training, you will learn ways to support communication for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). Some individuals have speech, but it may not be effective. Others may not have any speech and exhibit behaviors, appropriate or inappropriate, to communicate. These individuals might benefit from supports and/or tools called Augmentative and Alternative Communication or AAC.

Autism 101: Top Ten Pieces to the Puzzle

This course provides information the components of autism spectrum disorders. In this online course, participants will be able to define the characteristics of Autism Spectrum Disorders and identify evidence-based strategies to address the behavioral, social and communication needs of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders.

Autism for the General Education Teacher

As more students with autism are included in general education classes, the need for basic information about autism from the perspective of a general educator has grown. This course was designed to provide an overview on autism and suggest evidence-based instructional strategies to promote independence and encourage academic, social, communication, and behavioral success for students with autism in the classroom setting.

Autismo 101: Las 10 piezas principales del rompecabezas

En este capitación, los participantes podrán definir las características de los Trastornos del Espectro de Autismo, así como identificar estrategias basadas en la investigación a fin de tratar las necesidades conductuales, sociales y de comunicación de los individuos con Trastornos del Espectro del Autismo. Esta capacitación fue diseñada y la acercamos a usted a través del Instituto Educativo Líder en Autismo a lo largo del Estado de Texas.

Classroom Organization: The Power of Structure for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders

This online course is an overview of how organizational structure can clarify expectations and reduce anxiety in many people with Autism Spectrum Disorders. This course will help you learn about the neurobiological basis of Autism Spectrum Disorders and its connection to structured learning environments. In addition, you will learn how to organize physical space, dimensions of time and learning activities to positively impact student success. As a result of this course, you will gain greater knowledge about resources and tools related to the needs of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders for use in home, work and community.

Communication: The Power of Communication for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders

The ability to communicate is essential. This core deficit of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) must be addressed. Here you will learn about communication needs, strategies, and interventions. Case studies are provided covering students across the autism spectrum including non-verbal, emerging verbal and verbal communicators.

Comunicación: El poder de comunicación de las personas con desórdenes del espectro de Autismo

Este curso en línea es un resumen de los problemas comunicativos para personas con desórdenes del espectro de Autismo (o ASD, por su sigla en inglés). El curso lo ayudará a aprender sobre los principales desafíos, evaluación, eficacia de las intervenciones y la creación de intervenciones para que las personas con desórdenes del espectro de Autismo aprendan sobre las competencias comunicativas. Como resultado de este curso, obtendrá conocimientos sobre los recursos y herramientas relacionadas a las necesidades de las personas con desórdenes del espectro de Autismo para usarlas en casa, en el trabajo y en la comunidad.

E-Learning: PLAAFP to Goal for PPCD

Come take a guided tour of the NEW Early Childhood Outcomes Prekindergarten Alignment Document. The majority of the training will concentrate on the "FIE to IEP" process, including decoding a Full and Independent Evaluation, writing a solid, data based, Present Level of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance (PLAAFP) and learning to navigate IEP goal and objective writing for preschool students based on the PreKindergarten Guidelines.

Futures Planning for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders

This online course is an overview of how futures planning can be used to educate and support students with autism spectrum disorders for independent living, employment, post-secondary education and recreation. You will learn about the options that exist for students with ASD, the skills the individual with ASD must have to take advantage of the options and what can be done to prepare students with ASD for graduation and the transition to adulthood. As a result of this course, you will gain greater knowledge about resources and tools related to the needs of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders for use in futures planning.

Navigating the Social Maze: Supports & Interventions for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders

Navigating the social maze of everyday life can be difficult for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), as socialization is on of ASD's core deficits. In this course, you will learn: the complexities of social interaction; play as a key developmental indicator; strategies for teaching and learning the rules of social interaction; the power of practicing with peers to learn how to follow these rules; and assessment for implementing social skills instruction.

Organización de la clase: El poder de la estructura para los individuos con desórdenes del espectro de Autismo

Este curso por internet constituye una visión general de la forma en que la estructura de la organización puede aclarar las expectativas y reducir la ansiedad en numerosas personas con desórdenes del espectro de Autismo. Este curso le ayudará a conocer las bases neurobiológicas de los desórdenes del espectro de Autismo y su relación con los ambientes de aprendizaje estructurados. Además, usted aprenderá la forma de organizar el espacio físico, las dimensiones del tiempo y las actividades de aprendizaje para impactar positivamente en el éxito del estudiante. Como resultado de este curso, usted incorporará conocimientos acerca de recursos y herramientas relacionados con las necesidades de los individuos con desórdenes del espectro de Autismo para utilizar en el hogar, en el trabajo y en la comunidad.

Resolución del enigma de la conducta: conexiones para las personas con desórdenes del espectro de Autismo

Este curso por internet es un resumen de los conceptos y estrategias que desarrollan aptitudes positivas en la conducta en individuos con desórdenes del espectro de Autismo. Este curso lo ayudará a aprender sobre: los componentes del análisis aplicado de la conducta, las estrategias basadas en la investigación que enseñan y desarrollan aptitudes positivas en la conducta, y la planificación para la prevención e intervención de necesidades específicas de la conducta. Como resultado, tendrá un mayor conocimiento de los recursos y herramientas relacionados con las necesidades de los individuos con desórdenes del espectro de Autismo para aplicarlos en casa, en el trabajo y en la comunidad.

School-Based Applied Behavior Analysis Programs for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder:

• Course 1 Introduction to Autism Spectrum Disorders, Evidence-Based Practices, and the Basics of Applied Behavior Analysis

• Course 2 Reinforcement and Extinction

• Course 3 Challenging Behavior Assessment and Treatment

• Course 4 Communication and Social Skills Training

• Course 5 Instructional Strategies

• Course 6 Classroom and Environmental Arrangement

This series is divided up into 6 separate courses ranging between 90 min and 120 minutes each. The series is designed to be watched in sequence, but individual courses can be watched individually and still be beneficial. The National Professional Development Center (NPDC) on Autism Spectrum Disorders was the primary source for the information presented in the DVDs.

Sindrome de Asperger 101

Este curso incluye una visión general de muchos de los problemas que vemos en los estudiantes con Síndrome de Asperger. Este curso le proporcionará información relacionada con el diagnóstico y los problemas que vemos en las características clave del síndrome de Asperger. Además, usted verá algunas estrategias de intervención y adaptaciones que pueden necesitarse en las escuelas, incluyendo herramientas que ayudan a organizar el día escolar. Esta capacitación fue diseñada y la acercamos a usted a través del Instituto Educativo Líder en Autismo a lo largo del Estado de Texas.

Solving the Behavior Puzzle: Making Connections for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders

This online course is an overview of the concepts and strategies that develop positive behavioral skills in individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders. In this course, you will learn about the components of applied behavioral analysis, research based strategies that teach and develop positive behavioral skills, and planning for the prevention and intervention of specific behavioral needs. As a result of this course, you will gain great knowledge about resources and tools related to the needs of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders for use in home, work and community.

Strategies for Working with Students with Autism in the General Education Setting. Strategy 1: Understanding Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder

This is the first course in a series of 12, 30-minute online courses. After completing Strategy 1: Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorders, a participant will be able to discuss

Strategies for Working with Students with Autism in the General Education Setting. Strategy 2: Get to Know the Individual Student

This is the second course in a series of 12, 30-minute online courses. After completing Strategy 2: Get to Know the Individual Student a participant will be able to discuss:

Strategies for Working with Students with Autism in the General Education Setting. Strategy 3: Create Predictability

This is the third course in a series of 12, 30-minute online courses. After completing Strategy 3: Create Predictability, a participant will be able to discuss

Strategies for Working with Students with Autism in the General Education Setting. Strategy 4: Establish Clear Expectations, Part 1 - Social and Behavioral

This is the fourth course in a series of 12, 30-minute online courses. Strategies 4 and 5 address the strategy of establishing clear expectations. After completing Strategy 4: Establish Clear Expectations, Part 1 - Social and Behavioral, a participant will be able to discuss

Strategies for Working with Students with Autism in the General Education Setting. Strategy 5: Establishing Clear Expectations, Part 2 - Academic

This is the fifth course in a series of 12, 30-minute online courses. Strategy 5 along with Strategy 4 discuss establishing clear expectations for a student with ASD. After completing Strategy 5: Establishing Clear Expectations, Part 2 - Academic, a participant will be able to discuss

Strategies for Working with Students with Autism in the General Education Setting. Strategy 6: Create a Positive Learning Community

This is the sixth course in a series of 12, 30-minute online courses. After completing Strategy 6: Create a Positive Learning Community, a participant will be able to discuss

Strategies for Working with Students with Autism in the General Education Setting. Strategy 7: Promote Positive Peer Interactions

This is the seventh course in a series of 12, 30-minute online courses. After completing Strategy 7: Promote Positive Peer Interactions, a participant will be able to discuss

Strategies for Working with Students with Autism in the General Education Setting. Strategy 8: Use Instructional Strategies that Promote Successful Learning

This is the eighth course in a series of 12, 30-minute online courses. After completing Strategy 8: Use Instructional Strategies That Promote Successful Learning, a participant will be able to discuss

Strategies for Working with Students with Autism in the General Education Setting. Strategy 9: Use Behavioral Strategies That Promote Successful Learning

This is the ninth course in a series of 12, 30-minute online courses. After completing Stategy 9: Use Behavioral Strategies That Promote Successful Learning, a participant will be able to discuss

Strategies for Working with Students with Autism in the General Education Setting. Strategy 10: Develop a Plan to Address Challenging Behavior

This is the tenth course in a series of 12, 30-minute online courses. After completing Strategy 10: Develop a Plan to Address Challenging Behavior, a participant will be able to discuss

Strategies for Working with Students with Autism in the General Education Setting. Strategy 11: Borrow from the Special Educator's Toolbox

This is the eleventh course in a series of 12, 30-minute online courses. After completing Strategy 11: Borrow from the Special Educator's Toolbox, a participant will be able to discuss

Strategies for Working with Students with Autism in the General Education Setting. Strategy 12: Respect Each Student's Dignity and Need for Autonomy

This is the twelfth course in a series of 12, 30-minute online courses. After completing Strategy 12: Respect Each Student's Dignity and Need for Autonomy, a participant will be able to discuss

Teaching Literacy to Students With Significant Cognitive Delays

Do you struggle to provide meaningful reading and writing instruction to your students with significant cognitive delays? Join us in this engaging online session, and discover strategies that will address ways in which all students can become more literate.

Travesía por el laberinto social: Apoyo e intervenciones sociales para individuos con desórdenes del espectro de Autismo

Este curso brinda entrenamiento sobre estrategias para desarrollar las habilidades sociales en individuos con desórdenes del espectro de Autismo en un esfuerzo por crear coherencia en el conocimiento y en las prácticas en todo el estado de Texas. En este curso, usted aprenderá: las complejidades de la interacción social y algunos de los componentes necesarios de las habilidades sociales; la forma en que el tiempo de juego es un indicador clave del desarrollo; estrategias para la enseñanza y el aprendizaje de normas de interacción social; el poder que tiene la práctica con compañeros para aprender a cumplir estas normas; y algunas evaluaciones posibles para guiar la instrucción de posibles habilidades sociales. Como resultado de este curso, usted incorporará conocimientos acerca de recursos y herramientas relacionadas con las necesidades de los individuos con desórdenes del espectro de Autismo para utilizar en el hogar, en el trabajo y en la comunidad.