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Teaching for a stronger community.
We are here to equip learners with the essentials skills needed to create positive change in the lives of people with developmental differences.
The University of Missouri Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders is proud to announce the 15th Annual Thompson Center Autism Conference, which this year is 100% virtual! This year’s conference will feature keynote presentations by Erik Carter, PhD, Cornelius Vanderbilt Professor of Special Education, Vanderbilt University and Lonnie Zwaiggenbaum, MD, Director of Autism Research,Continue reading "2020 Thompson Center Autism Conference"
The Thompson Foundation is excited to invite you to the 14th Annual Heroes Among Us Virtual Gala & Auction. Proceeds from the Gala benefit the MU Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders. Supporters again this year include our Champion St. Louis Blues and St. Louis Blues Alumni. Honorary Chairs for the Gala are SaraContinue reading "Heroes Among Us Virtual Gala"
Join us for a FREE webinar on Trial-Based Functional Analysis! For School-Based Board Certified Behavior Analysts & Educators with Behavioral Knowledge Presented by Wesley Dotson, PhD, BCBA-D, LBA via Zoom on: January 4th, 2021 from 10:00AM-12:00PM To register and learn more about the series, visit: https://umsystemprotected.zoom.us/.../WN_6pgnL... For questions, contact: Brooke Barnes, barnesbl@health.missouri.edu We suggest joiningContinue reading "FREE Trial-Based Functional Analysis Webinar"
Take part in this FREE virtual Q&A with Joy Johnson! Please click on the link below to register: http://bit.ly/421tc Zoom login information will be emailed. Joy Johnson is a behavior analyst, inclusion specialist and autism advocate who partners with organizations, individuals and families to improve the lives of people with autism. Questions? Contact us: benignoj@missouri.edu,Continue reading "Autism Awareness and Advocacy"
Lunch Provided Thompson Center Research & Training Facility 200 N. Keene St., Columbia, MO 65201 Due to MU Health Care Policies, masks must be worn unless outside or eating/drinking Limited Space Available To Register, Contact: trainings@missouri.edu (573) 884-1619 Time Session 9:00AM - 9:30AM Signs, Symptoms, Referral for Autism - Dr. Jena Randolph,Continue reading "Autism Professional Development Day For Early Childcare Providers & Agencies"
We are hopeful for a return to a new “normal” and excited to welcome everyone in person for this year’s conference. As always, the health and safety of all attendees and speakers is our number one priority. We are currently planning to host the conference in person with the understanding that should the situation withContinue reading "Parent Conference"
Join us for a virtual presentation and Q&A regarding masking and autism. This event will provide an opportunity to learn about social masking and its consequences. Social masking is a strategy to mimic behaviors in social situations. This free event will take place Thursday, November 11, 2021 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. via Zoom. Haley Moss isContinue reading "Autism & Masking with Haley Moss"
This is a FREE, virtual transition resource event for elementary and middle school students with autism*. Talk with experts and learn about building independence. From 5:00 to 6:00, there will be a panel discussion with experts working with agencies that support the transition process. From 6:00 to 7:00, you will be able to move fromContinue reading "Path to Success: What You Can Do Now"
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This session will identify strategies for communicating with others using technology, including professional and casual emails, text messages, leaving voicemails, etc. Register for this session here. These sessions will be delivered using Zoom Webinar. We suggest joining using a computer to enhance your experience and ability to view slides and videos. For questions, contact: JaclynContinue reading "Self Advocate Series: All Things Technology"
"Supporting Appropriate Behavior" is the first of three FREE professional development webinars for professionals working with individuals with autism in residential settings. This series runs from 3-4 p.m. CST on Mondays during April 2022. Before the webinar, we recommend viewing our "Overview of Autism" training. Register for this session here. Learn more about this seriesContinue reading "Professional Development Series: Supporting Appropriate Behavior"
This session will identify strategies to better understand social norms, values, and beliefs. Register for this session here. These sessions will be delivered using Zoom Webinar. We suggest joining using a computer to enhance your experience and ability to view slides and videos. For questions, contact: Jaclyn Benigno, benignoj@missouri.edu Other sessions in the Self AdvocateContinue reading "Self Advocate Series: The Hidden Curriculum"
