Note: We will be posting more information about upcoming state, national and international conferences and training with regards to autism and inclusion. Stay tuned!

Next Event

Asperger's Syndrome Demystifieded / Demystifying Autism Spectrum with William Stillman

September 27-28, 2010
Blacksburg, VA
Sponsored by: Radford University T/TAC, Irox Products, the Authors of a “A Live Controversy,” and DevelopEase – Technology Solutions

William Stillman is a nationally-known autism spectrum speaker and author, and has worked in the human services field since 1987. His books include "Demystifying the Autistic Experience," "The Everything Parent’s Guide to Children with Asperger’s Syndrome," "The Everything Parent’s Guide to Children with Bipolar Disorder," and "Autism and the God Connection." He also writes for and hosts a column in the national publication, "The Autism Perspective" magazine. His website is www.williamstillman.com.

If you have any trouble downloading the registration form, or have questions, please e-mail Roxana at r.hartmann@livecontroversy.com.

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Upcoming Events

Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) Training Workshop

October 4-5, 2010
Blacksburg, VA
This Workshop will be conducted By PYRAMID Educational Consultants

Anne Hoffman, M.Ed. is the featured speaker. She has an undergraduate degree in Psychology and a Master's degree in Education. She began working with children with autism in 1991 and started her working relationship with Andrew S. Bondy, Ph.D. Anne has extensive expertise in PECS and the Pyramid Approach to Education. She is a Senior PECS Consultant and international presenter.

If you have any trouble downloading the registration form, or have questions, please e-mail Roxana at r.hartmann@livecontroversy.com.

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Teaching Literacy to Students with Autism

April 13, 2011
Blacksburg, VA

Presenter: Paula Kluth, Ph.D., is a consultant, teacher, author, advocate, and independent scholar who works with teachers and families to provide inclusive opportunities for students with disabilities and to create more responsive and engaging schooling experiences for all learners. Paula is a former special educator who has served as a classroom teacher, consulting teacher, and inclusion facilitator. Her research and professional interests include differentiating instruction, and supporting students with autism and significant disabilities in inclusive classrooms. She is the author or co-author of eight books, including:

• You’re Going to Love This Kid
• Teaching Students with Autism in Inclusive Classrooms
• Access to Academics: Critical Approaches to Inclusive Curriculum, Instruction, and Policy
• A Land We Can Share: Teaching Literacy to Students with Autism
• Joyful Learning: Active and Collaborative Learning in the Inclusive Classroom
• You're Welcome: 30 Innovative Ideas for Inclusive Schools
• Just Give Him the Whale: 20 Ways to Support & Honor the Passions & Interests of Students with Autism.

Paula is also the director of a new documentary film titled We Thought You’d Never Ask: Voices of People with Autism.

Registration information will be available later this year.