Autism, Neurodiversity and Me

Last Updated on March 27, 2023 by Steph Reed Transcription coming soon… Join the free live online PECS workshop on Thursday the 30th March. Information on how to save your free spot over on the pinned post in my Facebook group Autism and Inclusive Teaching. The post Podcast #14 PECS: Collaboration between home and school with Louise Maggs appeared first on Autism Spectrum Teacher.

Autism Specialist Teacher Lynn McCann is on the podcast to talk about ADHD, lived experience and the impact on teaching neurodivergent students. The post Podcast #13 Neurodivergent teachers: ADHD with Lynn McCann appeared first on Autism Spectrum Teacher.

TV presenter, producer, director and podcaster Gareth Jones AKA 'Gaz Top' joins Steph Reed to discuss the value of neurodiversity in the context of neurodiverse family. The post Podcast #12 The value of neurodiversity with Gareth Jones appeared first on Autism Spectrum Teacher.

The pandemic has had a challenging impact on us all. I have needed to pivot to ensure the security of the podcast and other projects I run as Autism Spectrum Teacher. This is the first of a mini-series introducing the new online courses offering you in-depth knowledge and practical skills that you can apply straight away. The first one is 'Understanding Autism and Learning'. The post #12 AST Updates and Neurodiversity appeared first on Autism Spectrum Teacher.

Bonus episode: This is a live recording from a 'Facebook Live' I hosted this week. It took place in a group aimed at general support through the Covid-19 Crisis, in the island of Jersey, where I am from. I took this opportunity to talk to parents and carers about potential strategies that could be helpful for families with children with special needs, when spending all day at home. The post Podcast #11 Ideas to help children at home during the COVID-19 crisis appeared first on Autism Spectrum Teacher.

Zafer Elcik, founder of the Otsimo educational apps joins Steph Reed to discuss how he originally built the apps to help teach his brother. Zafer works alongside educators, speech and language therapists and families to develop educational games aimed at learning different concepts, as well as a free open source AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) tool in Turkish and English. The post Podcast #10 Learning through technology with Zafer Elcik Co-Founder of Otsimo appeared first on Autism Spectrum Teacher.

Jenny McLaughlan, founder of Chewigem, a support community for different sensory needs as well as a range of chewing, fidget and sensory aids for children and adults joins Steph on he podcast. Hear some great sensory related success stories! The post Podcast #9 The need to chew! Sensory needs with Jenny McLaughlan, founder of Chewigem appeared first on Autism Spectrum Teacher.

Steph Reed, autism specialist teacher discusses and poses questions about enhancing communication at school and home through adapting the environment, our teaching approach and resources. The post Podcast #8 Enhancing communication opportunities: Autism and learning disabilities appeared first on Autism Spectrum Teacher.

Angela Charalambous, a reading specialist from the Workshop Reading Centre in Johannesburg discusses strategies to support children to enjoy reading and feel more confident. The post Podcast #7 Supporting reading with Angela Charalambous from the Workshop Reading Centre appeared first on Autism Spectrum Teacher.

Jane Crawford and Helen Cottell from the West Sussex County Council Autism and Social Communication Team discuss the information in the 'Evidence Based Guide to Anxiety in Autism' put together with Sebastian Gaigg from the Autism Research Group at City University of London. Themes covered include how anxiety presents differently in autism, the potential causes of anxiety and practical strategies to help and support. The post Podcast #6 Anxiety in autism with Jane Crawford and Helen Cottell appeared first on Autism Spectrum Teacher.

Experienced teachers Haia Ironside and Steph Reed discuss important themes to consider in autism early intervention. The post Podcast #5: Autism and early intervention with Haia Ironside appeared first on Autism Spectrum Teacher.

Autism specialist teacher Steph Reed shares success stories that highlight the effectiveness of visual resources to enhance understanding and communication for autistic children. With practical examples of experiences where visual resources have had a big impact and has helped with children's communication, independence and learning. The post Podcast #4: Success stories: The impact of visual resources for autistic children appeared first on Autism Spectrum Teacher.

Steph and Richard Semmens discuss the impact of the special interest group ‘The Engine Shed’ on the community and the importance of using special interests in engaging autistic children and young people. Richard also talks through his recent autism diagnosis. The post Podcast #3: All aboard! Autism and special interests with Richard Semmens from the All Aboard Club appeared first on Autism Spectrum Teacher.

Steph and experienced teacher Adem Cetindemar discuss emotional regulation development and strategies for autistic children and young people who have severe learning difficulties. The post Podcast #2: Emotional regulation, behaviour and autism with Adem Cetindamar appeared first on Autism Spectrum Teacher.

Autism specialist teacher Steph Reed talks through practical and inclusive teaching strategies to support and enhance autistic children's learning. These strategies will also have a positive impact on ALL children. The post Podcast #1: Inclusive teaching and support strategies (that will not just benefit autistic children, but all children!) appeared first on Autism Spectrum Teacher.