The Centre for Literacy, with the kind support of the Larry and Janet Anderson Philanthropies, is delighted to host Board Games Night. Held every second Thursday, it provides an opportunity for adults or older teens on the autism spectrum to get together. A formal diagnosis of autism is not necessary to participate. Games at Games Night range from Role Playing Games...
This session will provide insight into the neurodevelopmental basis of learning disabilities, the different types of LDs, terminology, the criteria used to diagnosis LDs, and frequent co-existing conditions. This session is designed as a core class for Centre for Literacy Teachers, along with teachers, education assistants and other professionals in the community. The purpose of this session is to highlight...
This practical session will highlight strategies that can be employed to manage challenging student behaviours. Information will be provided on how to analyze the possible reasons for difficult behaviours, and in how to construct a behaviour plan with a student that reinforces good behaviours and minimizes the impact of challenging action. The desired outcome is for students to be highly...