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Odyssia Learning Early Childhood Enrichment Programs
The Odyssia Learning Early Childhood Enrichment and Autism/Special Education Program
Odyssia Learning's Early Childhood Enrichment and Autism/Special Education Program offers unique and comprehensive lesson plans and customized teacher and parent training programs to accelerate your child's progress.
We specialize in academic skills development, platy and social skills, communication, behavioral intervention, and early intervention for children with autism spectrum disorder and other disabilities.
Understanding Autism
~Making a Difference~
This course introduces key concepts, data, and research about the epidemic, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
The course is appropriate for any individual who wants to learn more about autism and how to treat it.
Behavior Management
~Making a Difference~
In this course, you’ll learn what behavior is, the ABC’s of behavior and how to teach replacement behaviors using antecedent and consequent strategies.
We will help you understand what reinforcement is and how to administer.
*Pre-requsite: Understanding Autism
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher Training
~Making a Difference~
Teacher Training CERTIFICATE for Special Needs Populations
Get certified by a U.S. Specialist - 100% online!
Odyssia Learning's Teacher-Training Course offers practical tools and strategies to assist teachers working with Special Needs populations.
Students with disabilities face many challenges; however, with appropriate instruction and an understanding heart, ALL children can learn. Participate in an international, on-line community to develop professional skills and raise student achievement. Take advantage of our virtual, interactive approach to learn at your own pace and to develop marketable skills in this growing field.
Our 4-module, on-line course provides a comprehensive foundation to improve teacher effectiveness. Upon completion of all modules and fieldwork, students earn a certificate of completion demonstrating preparedness to work with individuals who have special needs.
Students Will Explore:
• Common Disabilities
• Writing Learning Goals
• Data Collection and Assessment
• Classroom Management
• Differentiated Instruction
• Culturally Relevant Teaching
• Case Studies
• Supervised Field Work
Course Requirements:
Computer, microphone, email and internet access.
About the Instructor:
Dr. Shaana Berman is an accomplished early childhood development specialist and educational consultant in the Los Angeles area. Since 1988, Dr. Berman has worked in both private and public settings to teach academic skills, reduce maladaptive behaviors, and increase functional and social skills among a variety of populations; including, but not limited to:
Students with autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, cognitive delays, genetic syndromes, processing disorders and physical disabilities.
Dr. Berman's philosophy is that all children can learn, given the right type of supportive instruction.
The Early Childhood Special Education Teacher Training Course will give learners a broad understanding of disabilities and strategies for effectively teaching a wide range of learners.
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher Training Courses
Module 1
Course Objectives:
• Understanding of child development
• Distinguish between typical and atypical development in children
• Define "Developmental disability"
Module 2
Course Objectives:
• Learning disability
• Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
• Intellectual disability
• Autism spectrum disorder
Module 3
Course Objectives:
• Speech/language disorder
• Hearing impairment
• Visual impairment
• Deaf-Blindness
Module 4
Course Objectives:
Knowledge of developmental disabilities, including:
• Emotional disability
• Orthopedic impairment
• Epilepsy
• Traumatic brain injury
• Multiple disabilities
• Knowledge of medical disability
Module 5
Course Objectives:
• Content being updated.
Module 6
Course Objectives:
Elements of a quality education program for children with special needs, including:
• Environmental elements/ Where?
• Personal requirements/ Who?
Module 7
Course Objectives:
Elements of a quality education program for children with special needs, including:
• Education throughout the lifespan/ When?
• Teaching methodology/ How?
Module 8
Course Objectives:
• Understanding of children's need for emotional connection
Keys to connecting with children, including:
• Understanding of behavior in children
• Knowledge of the concept of counter-will
• Understanding our own experiences and biases
• Empathy
• Unconditional positive regard
• Self-regulation
• Time for relationship development
• Creating an environment of emotional literacy
• Tools for building relationships with families
Odyssia Learning™ Certificate of Completion
Odyssia Learning™ Certificate of Completion In Early Childhood Special Education Teacher Training
Receive your Certificate of Completion in 'Early Childhood Special Education Teacher Training' from Odyssia Learning™.
Early Childhood Enrichment, Special Needs & Autism Programs
