Sue Larkey Podcast - Autism (ASD), ADHD, ODD and PDA education

Discussed in this episode Children on the autism spectrum often can struggle with processing verbal or written cues. This is why it can be so effective to use visuals when teaching students with autism. Visuals include real objects, parts of objects or remnants (e.g. empty packet of sultanas), photographs of the actual object, photographs of similar objects, drawings, computer generated symbols (e.g. Boardmaker, Pics for PECS) and written words. Competition winners! Amy Lea Cummings - winner of online course Dani McCann winner of either Essential Guide/Ultimate Guide Please email [email protected] to arrange your book to be sent out to you. For more show notes see link below https://suelarkey.com.au/episode-63-how-and-why-to-use-visuals/ Join the facebook group specifically for this podcast https://www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeypodcastcommunity/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD please visit my website below. https://elearning.suelarkey.com.au

Discussed in this episode I have created some strategies and ideas to help students with autism or ADHD complete homework. Be aware that often students with autism or ADHD complete homework but don't hand it in. This can be due to anxiety that it isn't good enough or the teacher didn't specifically request it and the student didn't automatically hand it in. Competition winners! Rachael A'brook - Ultimate Guide to School & Home Kristyn Blair - Essential Guide to Secondary School Please email [email protected] to arrange your book to be sent out to you. For more show notes see link below https://suelarkey.com.au/episode-62-9-strategies-to-reduce-stress-around-homework/ Join the facebook group specifically for this podcast https://www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeypodcastcommunity/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD please visit my website below. https://elearning.suelarkey.com.au

Discussed in this episode Fill out the poll in my Facebook 'Sue Larkey Podcast Community' to enter the draw to win either the Ultimate Guide or Essential Guide Many children with ASD also have ADHD, in this episode I discuss the co-occuring conditions many children with ADHD and ASD can have For more show notes see link below https://suelarkey.com.au/slp-061-quick-tips-for-helping-kids-with-adhd-stay-cool-and-calm/ Join the facebook group specifically for this podcast https://www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeypodcastcommunity/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD please visit my website below. https://elearning.suelarkey.com.au

Discussed in this episode 🎉 WINNERS OF THE TIME TIMER GIVEAWAY 🎊 Congratulations to KETH Young, Mrs Fix Anything, Mum to ASD/ADHD/SPD, tracey1712, millyninefive If you are one of the winners please email me at [email protected] with your handle name in the email and then we can sort out how to post/which time timer you want! ​This week's giveaway A free Online Course or Face to Face course, make sure you listen to find out how you can win. I will also announce the winners of the Time Timers. Spectrum Poem For more show notes see link below https://suelarkey.com.au/slp-060-have-you-got-questions-ive-got-as-to-your-qs/ Join the facebook group specifically for this podcast https://www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeypodcastcommunity/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD please visit my website below. https://elearning.suelarkey.com.au

Discussed in this episode The power of preventative breaks and how you can use them to make a difference Make sure you listen to the end of the podcast to find out how you can enter the draw for a Time Timer. I have 5 available to give away - Australian residents only. For more show notes see link below https://suelarkey.com.au/slp-059-how-to-use-break-cards/ Join the facebook group specifically for this podcast https://www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeypodcastcommunity/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD please visit my website below. https://elearning.suelarkey.com.au

Discussed in this episode This Podcast is a special podcast for Graduates of mine or Dr Tony Attwood's Courses. (Face to Face or Online Courses) In this Podcast I want to give you tips and strategies to create a calm classroom. If you haven't received the E-book "A Guide to Understanding Behaviour" and are a Graduate of Tony or my courses please email [email protected] and we will send you the link to access them. For more show notes see link below https://suelarkey.com.au/slp-058-graduate-deep-dive-into-understanding-behaviour/ Join the facebook group specifically for this podcast https://www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeypodcastcommunity/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD please visit my website below. https://elearning.suelarkey.com.au

Discussed in this episode ODD and PDA ADHD Homework How and Why to Use Visuals Motorskills: a whole body approach Social Skills Secondary School PLEASE email [email protected] if you are a graduate of one of my or Tony's courses For more show notes see link below https://suelarkey.com.au/slp-057-term-1-newsletter-out-now-what-you-will-find-in-2020/ Join the facebook group specifically for this podcast - https://www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeypodcastcommunity/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD please visit my website below. https://elearning.suelarkey.com.au

Discussed in this episode Your Top Behaviour Questions Answered 13 Key Strategies to Setting Up Your Classroom which includes more in depth information and tips to help you set up your classroom. https://suelarkey.com.au/slp-056-creating-a-calm-classroom-in-2020/ Join the facebook group specifically for this podcast - https://www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeypodcastcommunity/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD please visit my website below. https://elearning.suelarkey.com.au

Discussed in this episode 18 Ways to Set up a Classroom (Quick reference & guide) 13 Key Strategies to Setting Up Your Classroom which includes more in depth information and tips to help you set up your classroom. Show notes for this podcast are at: https://suelarkey.com.au/slp-055-setting-up-your-classroom-for-success/ Join the facebook group specifically for this podcast - https://www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeypodcastcommunity/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD please visit my website below. https://elearning.suelarkey.com.au

Discussed in this episode Have you heard of ODD (Oppositional Defiance Disorder) & PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance)? I am seeing more and more children with a dual diagnosis of ASD and ODD & PDA. Show notes and special survey for this podcast are at: https://suelarkey.com.au/slp-054-odd-and-pda/ Join the facebook group specifically for this podcast - https://www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeypodcastcommunity/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD please visit my website below. https://elearning.suelarkey.com.au

Discussed in this episode Difference between the 3 stages of a meltdown How to cope after a meltdown Show notes and special survey for this podcast are at: https://suelarkey.com.au/slp-053-understanding-meltdowns Join the facebook group specifically for this podcast - https://www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeypodcastcommunity/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD please visit my website below. https://elearning.suelarkey.com.au

Discussed in this episode Happy New Year from Sue Why I call it Toilet TIMING not toilet training 10 Top Tips for Toileting Show notes and special survey for this podcast are at: https://suelarkey.com.au/slp-052-2020-happy-new-year-and-make-toilet-timing-a-goal-for-2020 Join the facebook group specifically for this podcast - https://www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeypodcastcommunity/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD please visit my website below. https://elearning.suelarkey.com.au

How to respectfully explain to other children why someone is behaving in a certain way What before and after school prep can parents do to prevent a bad spell Help with sports environments e.g. swimming pools, cross country starts How to help students with low muscle tone and social anxiety to participate in sport Hot days seem to impact children with a diagnosis – what strategies can be used How to increase the variety of food eaten by ASD students Strategies for developing eye contact – See Podcast Episode 3 How to support children who aren't funded – no OT or TA in the classroom Teaching a child how to wipe their bottom – See Podcast Episode 11 What to do with a student who constantly negotiates and bargains with teacher everyday How to have conversations with parents re suspected ASD in child And more Show notes and special survey for this podcast are at: https://suelarkey.com.au/slp-051-how-can-i-help-in-2020-your-top-11-questions-answered Join the facebook group specifically for this podcast - https://www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeypodcastcommunity/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD please visit my website below. https://elearning.suelarkey.com.au

Show notes for this podcast are at: Sue talks about her AMAZING year also 3 of her favourite talks. https://suelarkey.com.au/slp-050-sue-discusses-love-on-the-spectrum-hannah-gatsby-ted-talk-gig-buddies-sydney Join the facebook group specifically for this podcast - https://www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeypodcastcommunity/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD please visit my website below. https://elearning.suelarkey.com.au

Sue answers some more questions with specific books and products that could help with them. Also some tips and Sue talks about this years Christmas catalogue. Things you will find in the 2019 Christmas / End of Year Celebrations Catalogue are: 🎁 14 Tips for Christmas / Holiday Season 🎁 Beautiful Picture Books to Educate the Whole Family this Christmas 🎁Holiday Reading Ideas 🎁6 Key Strategies for Creating a Calming Area at School and Home 🎁12 Essential Tips for Concerts and End of Year Celebrates 🎁 Beautiful Books to Help Regulate Emotions 🎁Great Stocking Fillers 🎁How to Use Timers in the Holiday Period Show notes for this podcast are at: https://suelarkey.com.au/slp-049-resources-gift-ideas-end-of-year-tips Join the facebook group specifically for this podcast - https://www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeypodcastcommunity/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD please visit my website below. https://elearning.suelarkey.com.au

Show notes for this podcast are at: https://suelarkey.com.au/slp-048-questions-from-the-sue-larkey-community-answered Join the facebook group specifically for this podcast - https://www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeypodcastcommunity/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD please visit my website below. https://elearning.suelarkey.com.au

When I worked as an outreach teacher supporting students in mainstream schools. I created some easy to use cheat sheets for the staff and the students I supported. The more information we share the more we can prepare! But I found sometimes there was too much information, and much of it was not actually read or used. THE MOST popular and useful documents are available at the podcast show notes page below: Show notes for this podcast are at: https://suelarkey.com.au/slp-047-transition-cheat-sheets Join the facebook group specifically for this podcast - https://www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeypodcastcommunity/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD please visit my website below. https://elearning.suelarkey.com.au

Transition includes change in teacher, change in room, change in students in the class not just starting preschool, school, high school and beyond. The nature of ASD is such that transition can be extremely stressful, no matter what age or how BIG or SMALL the change maybe. Join the facebook group specifically for this podcast - https://www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeypodcastcommunity/ Show notes for this podcast are at: https://suelarkey.com.au/slp-046-tips-for-transitioning-into-2020 To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD please visit my website below. https://elearning.suelarkey.com.au

A walk through the actual books in my bookshelf including my own books and others that I use on a regular basis. If you subscribe to me e-newsletter this podcast will follow alone with the electronic catalogue that reads like a book too. Grab a cuppa and join me for our own bookclub meeting. Join the facebook group specifically for this podcast - https://www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeypodcastcommunity/ Show notes for this podcast are at: https://suelarkey.com.au/slp-045-behind-the-scenes-look-at-my-own-bookshelf To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD please visit my website below. https://elearning.suelarkey.com.au

My rant about the amount of kids with ASD being sent out of the classroom, sent to the office, sent home or suspended from school per year and my thoughts about teaching emotional literacy to help reduce these incredible numbers through better emotional regulation. Join the facebook group specifically for this podcast - https://www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeypodcastcommunity/ Show notes for this podcast are at: https://suelarkey.com.au/slp-044-warning-this-is-me-ranting To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD please visit my website below. https://elearning.suelarkey.com.au

For all children, a good night's sleep is necessary in order to learn effectively the next day. Research has found that two thirds of children with autism have sleep problems, fragmented sleep and early awakenings. I recently did a poll on my Facebook page here most parents identified the issue for them was going to sleep. Join the facebook group specifically for this podcast - https://www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeypodcastcommunity/ Show notes for this podcast are at: https://suelarkey.com.au/slp-043-16-key-strategies-for-sleep To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD please visit my website below. https://elearning.suelarkey.com.au

Nocturnal enuresis is involuntary urination while asleep. This can be very challenging for kids with autism, and their families and carers. Most kids aren't able to stay dry through the night until they're 5 or older because their bladders are too small, they lack muscle control, or they sleep too soundly to sense when their bladders are full. The best thing for you and your family to do would be to try to tackle nighttime toileting. However, I am aware that some of you have tried everything available and had no luck. I have put some bedding strategies below to try and make it slightly more manageable. Over the years I have found that nighttime toileting and sleep issues are often interconnected, so I have put some strategies for sleep below. PLEASE remember that a combination of strategies is often the best way forward! Join the facebook group specifically for this podcast - https://www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeypodcastcommunity/ Show notes for this podcast are at: https://suelarkey.com.au/slp-042-bedwetting-and-nighttime-toileting To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD please visit my website below. https://elearning.suelarkey.com.au

It is through play that young children learn about and make sense of the world. They experiment with being a Mum or Dad as they act out what they have observed in daily life, e.g. feeding the baby and going to the shops. As children play they develop their cognitive and motor skills, increase their communication and social ability and above all have fun. Play for young children with autism is frequently centered on repetitive actions, e.g. spinning car wheels rather than pushing the car, lining blocks up rather than building towers. They don't seem to know how to do what comes instinctively to other children. A young child with autism needs to be taught how to play step by step. Be dramatic as you play with your child in order to attract and maintain their attention. Add to the richness of the play by making noises, e.g. ball going down (wheee) doll crying (waa), car horn (beep, beep). Join the facebook group specifically for this podcast - https://www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeypodcastcommunity/ Show notes for this podcast are at: https://suelarkey.com.au/slp-041-the-importance-of-play-for-all-ages-and-stages To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD please visit my website below. https://elearning.suelarkey.com.au

Sometimes you need to be a detective to recognise sensory difficulties as the underlying cause of a problem. If possible see an Occupational Therapist as they are great at assessing the child's sensory processing. Join the facebook group specifically for this podcast - https://www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeypodcastcommunity/ Show notes for this podcast are at: slp-040-understanding-sensory-processing-disorders To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD please visit my website below. https://elearning.suelarkey.com.au

Special interests, fixations and self-stimulation are often a very important part of life for someone with autism. They are usually their only form of relaxation and down time. Special interests and fixations often give the child something they can control and is predictable to them, bringing order to their world. Special interests can include drawing, Lego, Minecraft, Music, YouTube and so much more. Self-stimulation can be more sensory based like rocking, hand flapping, twirling, vocal stimming and more. If you are unsure what their special interest or self-stimulation is, watch what the child is doing when they are left alone. These can often be quite bizarre – over the years I have seen collecting bottle tops, filtering tan bark, fans, lights, light bulbs and vacuum cleaners. It is very important that we have in place the rules and routines around special interests, as they find it hard to finish and self-regulate. Special interests should also be used to motivate and engage students. By using a child's special interest we can teach them just about anything! Join the facebook group specifically for this podcast - https://www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeypodcastcommunity/ Show notes for this podcast are at: https://suelarkey.com.au/slp-039-using-special-interests-to-motivate-engage/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD please visit my website below. https://elearning.suelarkey.com.au

Some Q & A and general information for Teachers Assistants or as I alike to call them my 'Angels'. Join the facebook group specifically for this podcast - https://www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeypodcastcommunity/ Show notes for this podcast are at: https://suelarkey.com.au/slp-038-teacher-assistant-appreciation-week/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD please visit my website below. https://elearning.suelarkey.com.au

Dr Tony Attwood, world renowned psychologist on Asperger's Syndrome / High-Functioning Autism, has written a number of best selling books. His book Asperger's Syndrome: A Guide for Parents and Professionals and The Complete Guide to Asperger's Syndrome are in over 22 languages and are world best selling books for ASD. I always find Tony's workshops and resources practical, informative and engaging. Join the facebook group specifically for this podcast - https://www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeypodcastcommunity/ Show notes for this podcast are at: https://suelarkey.com.au/slp-037-dr-tony-attwood/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD please visit my website below.

Puberty is part of natural development for all children. Puberty usually starts in girls around 10-11 and boys 11-12. Menstruation for girls typically occurs between 12 and 13, while voice changes for boys is often around 15. We ALL need to have on-going discussions with the child and this is where having both home and school helping the child's understanding is vital. Boys and girls need to know about their changes and changes in the opposite sex too (particularly, if they have opposite sex siblings or are at co-ed schools). It is important to start sharing this information with them before the changes occur otherwise the children may worry that something is wrong with them. I know some parents who talk about the changes before they happen and then as they happen their children tell them and they celebrate! Open, honest and on-going information is most effective, and not too much information all at once! That being said some children want to know everything and that is where books can be wonderful. Join the facebook group specifically for this podcast - https://www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeypodcastcommunity/ Show notes for this podcast are at: https://suelarkey.com.au/slp-036-puberty-preparing-for-success-at-home-and-school/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD please visit my website below. https://elearning.suelarkey.com.au/

Have you noticed these signs in a child you know: Unorganised, often loses or forgets homework Rarely completes tests on time and leaves multiple questions unanswered on timed exams Can't perform simple maths problems, sequences and calculations Turns in incomplete homework because they don't understand the instructions Need a quiet area to study and is often distracted by background noise Lacks focus with reading and taking notes Tries to avoid multi-step problems Needs extra time to make decisions This child might have slow processing speed. This means they may have difficulty remembering instructions in the classroom or retaining important details for an assignment or exam. These children are often labelled "dumb" or "lazy" when they are often very intelligent, but don't process information as quickly as their classmates. This can lead to anxiety as it impacts on their ability to engage in learning. So it is important to put in place accommodations so they don't feel like they are struggling. Understanding the link between anxiety and slow processing speed helps you to best support the child and for the child to know why they may take longer than their peers. Join the facebook group specifically for this podcast - https://www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeypodcastcommunity/ Show notes for this podcast are at: https://suelarkey.com.au/slp-035-slow-processing-speed-what-is-it-what-to-do/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD please visit my website below. https://elearning.suelarkey.com.au/

It is very important when developing a behaviour program that you put in place two types of strategies: Strategies for the ADULTS to use to manage the students behaviour Strategies for the CHILD to manage THEIR OWN behaviour Join the facebook group specifically for this podcast - https://www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeypodcastcommunity/ Show notes for this podcast are at: https://suelarkey.com.au/slp-034-strategy-action-success-independence/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD please visit my website below. https://elearning.suelarkey.com.au/

Recognising and exploring the relationship between ASD and mental health difficulties is vital, so each can be addressed successfully. As Tony Attwood said "people with Asperger's Syndrome appear especially vulnerable to feeling depressed, with about one in three adolescents and two out of three adults with Asperger's Syndrome having experienced at least one episode of severe depression in their life". Join the facebook group specifically for this podcast - https://www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeypodcastcommunity/ Show notes for this podcast are at: https://suelarkey.com.au/slp-033-understanding-mental-health-and-asd/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD please visit my website below. https://elearning.suelarkey.com.au/

Many children with ASD will be over or under reactive to sensory stimuli including touch, taste, smell, sound, sight and/or movement. By regulating the amount and intensity of stimulation it helps to keep the nervous system calm, organised and focused. Children can be under-aroused and sluggish one moment, and overwhelmed and anxious the next. Meeting sensory needs can include using sensory tools to regulate behaviour or adapting activities to reduce sensory stimulation. For example some children can sit for longer periods with a sensory tool/fidget tool. While other children may need clothing adaptations, e.g. socks with no overlocking for them to wear shoes and socks. Join the facebook group specifically for this podcast - https://www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeypodcastcommunity/ Show notes for this podcast are at: https://suelarkey.com.au/slp-031-strategies-for-playground/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD please visit my website below. https://elearning.suelarkey.com.au/

The playground is often an extremely confusing environment for children on the spectrum. Playgrounds can be overwhelming in many ways; socially, sensorially and behaviourally. Children with ASD, ADHD,ODD often desperately want friends and to play with other children but don't have the skills required. This can result in them getting in trouble for behaviour, becoming socially isolated, bullied or unable to maintain friendships. To overcome this, it is important schools implement proactive strategies to support students to engage appropriately in the playground. Show notes for this podcast are at: https://suelarkey.com.au/slp-031-strategies-for-playground/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD please visit my websites below. Australian residents: https://elearning.suelarkey.com.au/ Rest of the world: https://www.autismspectrumelearning.com/

Many children with ASD do not feel the need or motivated to communicate as everyone in their environment thinks for them, gives them what they want or even anticipates their needs. When you create a communication programme it is VITAL you create as many opportunities as possible for the child to communicate. Start with activities that are particularly desirable or intriguing for your child are more likely to 'tempt' them or provide them with sufficient motivation to communicate with another person. Encourage verbal children to use their words or extend their word i.e. "Drink" to "I want drink" and non-verbal children to use visuals/signs/gesture to communicate. Show notes for this podcast are at: https://suelarkey.com.au/slp-030-using-communication-temptations-to-motivate-to-communicate/ Join the facebook group specifically for this podcast - https://www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeypodcastcommunity/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD please visit my websites below. Australian residents: https://elearning.suelarkey.com.au/ Rest of the world: https://www.autismspectrumelearning.com/

Many children with ASD have Mind Blindness, meaning they are often literal and don't know the inferred intent of language. This often leads to difficulty understanding another person's perspective. This can mean certain words are often very confusing, for example, children with ASD typically struggle with the words STOP and NO. If an adult says STOP what does this mean? Do they mean stop breathing? Stop moving? Stop eating? STOP does not tell a child what they can do - it only tells them what they shouldn't do. When you have to use STOP make sure you add a little bit more information so the child knows what they should do i.e. STOP working, pencil down, it's time to listen. Show notes for this podcast are at: https://suelarkey.com.au/slp-029-why-your-words-matter/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD please visit my websites below. Australian residents: https://elearning.suelarkey.com.au/ Rest of the world: https://www.autismspectrumelearning.com/

Information for families who have recently received a diagnosis for their children or are waiting for a diagnosis. Also information for teachers and educators. Things discussed are what to do, where to go to what to do next. Show notes for this podcast are at: https://suelarkey.com.au/slp-028-diagnosis-what-to-do-where-to-go-what-next/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD please visit my websites below. Australian residents: https://elearning.suelarkey.com.au/ Rest of the world: https://www.autismspectrumelearning.com/

The emotional world for people on the spectrum can be very scary! Emotions often come without warning and are difficult to label and connect to a cause, which leaves the person unable to control them. "You cannot control what you cannot define, label, and understand." ( Excerpt from The Autism Discussion Page, pg 285), therefore it is very important we give the child skills and strategies to understand and regulate their emotions. Show notes for this podcast are at: https://suelarkey.com.au/slp-027-my-formula-for-behaviour-regulation/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD please visit my websites below. Australian residents: https://elearning.suelarkey.com.au/ Rest of the world: https://www.autismspectrumelearning.com/

Sue answers questions asked via the Sue Larkey facebook group. Show notes for this podcast are at: https://suelarkey.com.au/slp-026-facebook-q-and-a/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD please visit my websites below. Australian residents: https://elearning.suelarkey.com.au/ Rest of the world: https://www.autismspectrumelearning.com/

FREE Webinars available until Sunday 12th May, Term 2 Course Starts Monday - $20 OFF. Your Questions Answered about Online Learning Here are the most commonly asked questions about my online training courses. If you want more information about them please visit elearning.suelarkey.com.au An example of the questions and topics covered in this podcast are: Do I have to do it at the same time every week? Why online learning is so powerful? Who are the courses for? What's the difference between Tony and Sue's courses? Course timeframes explained Can you pause? Can you watch the course online as a group? Show notes for this podcast are at: https://suelarkey.com.au/podcast-promo-1 To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD please visit my websites below. Free Webinars are available here: https://elearning.suelarkey.com.au/

Sue talks about the latest newsletter and some of the thinking behind these newsletters. Sue also give a summary of the key points she covers for this term. Show notes for this podcast are at: https://suelarkey.com.au/slp-025-behind-the-scenes-of-my-term-2-newsletter/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD please visit my websites below. Australian residents: https://elearning.suelarkey.com.au/ Rest of the world: https://www.autismspectrumelearning.com/

Sue talk about what it was like when she was unable to speak after an operation on her throat. Insights on how it feels to not be able to communicate quickly and being treated differently because of it. A unique opportunity for Sue to see what it like to be non verbal from the perspective of the kids she helps. Show notes for this podcast are at: https://suelarkey.com.au/slp-024-my-personal-experience-of-not-being-able-to-talk/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD please visit my websites below. Australian residents: https://elearning.suelarkey.com.au/ Rest of the world: https://www.autismspectrumelearning.com/

Show notes for this podcast are at: https://suelarkey.com.au/slp-023-read-a-personal-account-this-year/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD please visit my websites below. Australian residents: https://elearning.suelarkey.com.au/ Rest of the world: https://www.autismspectrumelearning.com/

For a different style podcast this week, Sue discusses with her partner Andrew an experience going into a classroom and seeing a dis-engaged student needing help and talks about how she quickly assessed where they were at and what techniques she used to re-engage them. Show notes for this podcast are at: https://suelarkey.com.au/slp-022-engaging-a-disengaged-student/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD please visit my websites below. Australian residents: https://elearning.suelarkey.com.au/ Rest of the world: https://www.autismspectrumelearning.com/

Interoception refers to the ability to perceive and understand your internal sensations and emotions. This occurs through receptors located throughout your body which communicate to your brain. When the interoceptive system is working properly, you are motivated to take action to restore your balance and help you feel more comfortable. For example, if you get thirsty - you get a drink; if you feel cold - you get a sweater; if you feel anxious - you seek comfort. Simply, interoception is your urge to act. Show notes for this podcast are at: https://suelarkey.com.au/slp-021-why-you-need-to-know-about-interoception-and-the-impact-on-the-kids-you-know/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD please visit my websites below. Australian residents: https://elearning.suelarkey.com.au/ Rest of the world: https://www.autismspectrumelearning.com/

Screens are a wonderful tool to use with children, however they are becoming increasingly difficult to monitor and manage. Here are a few great examples of questions you could ask yourself to see if the child's screen time is under control? Do you have a plan to 'manage' screen time? Is it being followed? Does screen use interfere with what your family/classroom wants to do? Does screen use interfere with sleep? Does the child easily transition between screen time and non-screen time? i.e. will they get 'off' when directed If after asking these questions you are wanting to put in place some strategies to manage screen time, below are some tips to get you started. Show notes for this podcast are at: https://suelarkey.com.au/slp-020-managing-screen-time/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD please visit my websites below. Australian residents: https://elearning.suelarkey.com.au/ Rest of the world: https://www.autismspectrumelearning.com/

Many children with ASD can find the anticipation of camp to be a source of great stress. Letting the student know as much detail as possible from the food to the different sensory feelings they might encounter, can often help to reduce anxiety and uncertainty. Talking about expectations and concerns can allow staff to tailor their support to the child's specific needs. Show notes for this podcast are at: https://suelarkey.com.au/slp-019-success-for-camps-and-excursions/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD please visit my websites below. Australian residents: https://elearning.suelarkey.com.au/ Rest of the world: https://www.autismspectrumelearning.com/

For anyone who wants to measure and manage time more effectively, the Time Timer is an innovative visual timer designed to "show" the passage of time through the use of a red disk that disappears as time elapses. Unlike traditional timers that fail to make the abstract concept of time concrete, the Time Timer's visual depiction of "time remaining" provides stress-free management at school and home. Show notes for this podcast are at: https://suelarkey.com.au/slp-018-why-timers-are-so-important-minimising-stress-around-timers/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD please visit my websites below. Australian residents: https://elearning.suelarkey.com.au/ Rest of the world: https://www.autismspectrumelearning.com/

Teacher assistants, school support officers, teacher aides etc. – you are angels in disguise and we thank you for all your hard work with our ASD students. You are usually the person that the student with ASD may develop a great mentoring relationship with, so it is important that you start off on the 'right foot'. Show notes for this podcast are at: https://suelarkey.com.au/slp-017-29-ways-for-teacher-assistants-to-support-students/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD please visit my websites below. Australian residents: https://elearning.suelarkey.com.au/ Rest of the world: https://www.autismspectrumelearning.com/

An Individual Education Plan (IEP) (also known by other names including Individual Learning Plan or ILP) may be developed for a student with diverse learning needs or a disability. An IEP is about access and equity to education. It should consider the "reasonable adjustments" that need to be made to provide students with access to teaching, learning and the schooling experience generally. The IEP meeting is an opportunity for teachers, parents, school administrators, related services personnel, and students (when appropriate) to work together to provide an appropriate educational program. Show notes for this podcast are at: https://suelarkey.com.au/slp-016-3-steps-to-success-with-your-ieps-individual-education-plans/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD please visit my websites below. Australian residents: https://elearning.suelarkey.com.au/ Rest of the world: https://www.autismspectrumelearning.com/

Here are the most commonly asked questions about my online training courses. If you want more information about them please visit elearning.suelarkey.com.au An example of the questions and topics covered in this podcast are: Do I have to do it at the same time every week? Why online learning is so powerful? Who are the courses for? What's the difference between Tony and Sue's courses? Course timeframes explained Can you pause? Can you watch the course online as a group? To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD please visit my websites below. Australian residents: https://elearning.suelarkey.com.au/ Rest of the world: https://www.autismspectrumelearning.com/