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Happy Autism Acceptance Month!
We're kicking off April with new autism course discounts, state approvals, fresh resources and a few things to help you relax this weekend. Read on!
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Built for busy educators and professionals, Drexel’s Master’s in Applied Behavior Analysis deliver evidence-based skills you can use immediately. Choose a concentration in Autism Spectrum Disorders, Advanced ABA, or Social, Emotional, and Behavioral Wellness. Gain real-world experience through community partnerships.
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Joining Pennsylvania, Texas, Washington State, and Illinois - this week, NASET became a state approved provider in Nevada! Additionally, many states accept district-level approvals! 🙌
NASET is launching a Special Education Advocate Directory! ✅ NASET BCASE Certified? List Your Practice Today!→
Autism Acceptance Month: 15% Off All NASET Autism Courses Through May 1st, save 15% on NASET autism courses - use code: ASDMONTH15
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Join us for our April Webinar: Teaching Math in Special Education!
Math is one of the most under-resourced areas in special education - and fraction understanding is the single biggest predictor of algebra readiness, yet most teachers receive little to no training on evidence-based math strategies.Dr. Sarah King from the University of Hawai'i leads Project SCALE-UP, a federally funded study expanding the evidence-based "Fraction Face-Off" intervention into real classrooms. On April 14th at 7PM EST, she's bringing it all directly to you - practical, research-backed strategies you can use immediately.
🎓 Register here!📅 Tuesday, April 14 @ 7PM EST
Free for Members / $85 for Non-Members (or become a member for $75 today)
NASET Support Squad Downloads of the Week Building Student Confidence and Motivation in Learning and Supporting Executive Functioning Skills in the Classroom Scroll down to instantly download ⬇️
From the NASET Vault
Read The March Special Education e-Journal→ (April will be published next week)
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RESEARCH & HEALTH INSIGHTS Mount Sinai researchers revealed that autism risk genes are shared across ancestries, advancing genetic understanding. A groundbreaking study on pediatric traumatic brain injury examined sex-specific outcomes in rats, finding that immune cells in male and female brains are differentially sensitive to neuroinflammatory consequences. Research published in PubMed examines the X chromosome as a female protector in autism and beyond. The costliest autism therapy firm, which was barred from Medicaid, is closing, marking a significant shift in the behavioral health industry.
TECHNOLOGY & DEVICE USE Teachers are sounding the alarm about screen addiction in their youngest students, reporting concerning dependency. Kansas schools are experiencing "Chromebook remorse", questioning widespread laptop distribution.
CURRICULUM & INSTRUCTION Educators are asking whether executive functioning should be more thoroughly embedded in math curricula, recognizing the connection between cognitive skills and mathematical thinking.
POLICY & FEDERAL DEVELOPMENTS As ESSER pandemic funding ends, what will its legacy be for K-12 spending? Districts are reckoning with sustainability challenges.
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Elevate Your Impact.
Drexel’s ABAI-Verified online programs give you a data-driven approach to understanding behavior and teaching new skills, especially for individuals with autism. You’ll gain hands-on experience and access to specialized concentrations that align with your goals. Prepare for advanced practice and new career opportunities.
Shout Out to Last Week’s Winners Who Correctly Answered, “Nondiscriminatory Assessment/Evaluation.” View the winners list here!
This Week's Question:
What assessment term describes the lowest point where a child demonstrates mastery?
Correctly answer 3 or more trivia questions each month to be eligible for a gift card! We had 14 winners in March!
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Advance Your Career With Applied Behavior Analysis
Discover Drexel’s online Applied Behavior Analysis programs – master’s and certificates. Tailored for busy professionals, including educators and social workers – these programs empower you to help others succeed, while forging new career trails of your own, using well-established, evidence-based ABA principles, practices, and tools.
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