Autism Resources
  • Understood: for Learning & Attention Issues. This comprehensive site showcases a myriad of issues facing families today; it offers Parent Coaching for specific challenges; a Tech finder for expert approved apps & games; and decision guides
AFIRM modules guide your application of evidence-based practices
What will I learn in a module?
  • Key components of an EBP including the various approaches that can be used with learners
    with ASD
  • Behaviors and skills that can be addressed using the practice
  • A step-by-step process for applying the practice
  • Specific resources that you can download and customize for your own use
AIM: Create an account and gain access to variety of learning modules related to Autism. There are currently 45 modules available with 25 more upcoming - these are some examples:
  • Autism and Medication
  • Autism and the Biopsychosocial Model: Body, Mind, and Community
  • Computer-Aided Instruction
  • Functional Communication Training
  • Overview of Social Skills Functioning and Programming
  • Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS)
The Autism Center at OCALI serves as a clearinghouse for information on research, resources, and trends to address the autism challenge. The center offers training, technical assistance, and consultation to build professional and program capacity to foster individual learning and growth.
Offers video series "Addressing Challenging Behavior"