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This experiential workshop is designed to give participants a better understanding of the different types of memory challenges (verbal, visual, and working memory). We will look at the impact memory challenges have on everyday life for children and youth with LDs (socially, emotionally and behaviourally). Register online here Cost: $15 per person paid by the Wednesday prior to the workshop date. Fees are payable online via Eventbrite. Note: fees may be waived or reduced based on financial needand at our…
Find out moreThe theme of the 2022 conference is Well-being, Equity and Success for All; presentations will focus on evidence-based practices, instructional strategies, and technology to equitably support the well-being, learning and achievement of all students with special education needs. The conference program features more than 70 lecture and poster presentations in numerous topical areas, including: accessibility; diversity, equity, and inclusion; paraprofessionals; mental health and well-being for students and educators; at-risk children & youth; autism; assistive and adaptive technology; transitions; managing challenging…
Find out moreAudience: Parents of children ages 4-12 years who have been diagnosed with ADHD (includes training for both the inattentive and hyperactive/impulsive subtypes). This includes children with ADHD and comorbidities (e.g., learning disabilities, oppositional defiant disorder) Location: Online via MS Teams Fee: Donate what you like! This workshop will: Educate parents on how the style of interactions with their children affects the child’s motivation to work for them Train parents in methods of attending to positive child behaviour while ignoring negative…
Find out moreThis workshop will present an overview of the core Executive Functioning Elements (ie. Planning, Organizing, Working Memory, Self Monitoring, etc.). Candidates should bring a device to participate in a few activities that simulate what it might feel like to experience EF challenges. Each candidate will complete an EF questionnaire that will provide insight into the impact of these skills. In addition, a variety of supports and strategies that parents can use with their own child(ren) will be presented, in order…
Find out moreDescription: Third Workshop: When Praise is not Enough: Use of Token Economies Introduce need for special reward programs Explain advantages of home point system Establish the token economy rewards Establish and implement a simple point system to reward good behaviour Cautions in starting the point system Presented by: Robert Silvestri Robert Silvestri is the Lead Researcher with the Northern Ontario Assessment and Resource Centre (NOARC). Robert has obtained his Master’s in Education from the University of Toronto and his Ph.D. in…
Find out moreFacilitated by Beth Timlin, ADHD coach and former teacher Youth with ADHD often feel different, without knowing why, and become frustrated by not being able to do things that seem easy for their peers. Coaching for youth with ADHD can help them understand their brain’s strengths and challenges resulting in a greater sense of control over themselves and what they can accomplish. This workshop is PART ONE in a two part series to help caregivers learn what their youth may…
Find out moreDescription: Fourth Workshop: Time Out and Other Disciplinary Methods and Anticipating Problems: Managing Children in Public Places Introduce the use of mild discipline for noncompliance and unacceptable social conduct Train parents in the use of an effective time out method as discipline for child misbehaviour Train parents in adapting the previously taught child management methods for use in public places Teach parents a four-step “think aloud-think ahead” procedure for anticipating and reducing public misbehaviour Train parents to use this four-step…
Find out moreThe Centre for Diverse Learners’ (CDL’s) ‘Solutions for Learning’ conference is an amazing opportunity to become part of the movement to deliver exceptional education for students with diverse learning needs, including learning disabilities, ADHD, mental health issues and high spectrum autism. By purchasing a ticket to the 12th Annual Solutions for Learning Conference, you are giving consent to receive information from CDL, including material related to this event. REGULAR RATE: $230 STUDENTS: $87 GROUPS OF 5+ GET DISCOUNTED RATES @…
Find out moreFifth Workshop: Improving School Behaviour from Home Review with parents the nature of any behaviour problems the child may be demonstrating at school Instruct parents in the procedures for implementing a daily school behaviour report card for their child Presented by: Robert Silvestri Robert Silvestri is the Lead Researcher with the Northern Ontario Assessment and Resource Centre (NOARC). Robert has obtained his Master’s in Education from the University of Toronto and his Ph.D. in Education with a specialization in cognitive…
Find out moreAre you graduating from high school this year? Headed to college or university? Transitioning from high school to post-secondary can be challenging, but it doesn’t have to be. Set yourself up for success by letting us take the guesswork out of the whole process. Join us to learn what you need to do, who to talk to, and where to find everything else! Our expert speakers will cover everything from accessing services and funding to self-advocacy and resilience. When: Wed,…
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