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Autism resources, lesson plans, treatment options, support, research updates, family support from experts, educators, parents, and therapists. Stages Learning is dedicated to creating quality teaching tools to help educators provide the best learning opportunities for students on the autism spectrum.
Stages Learning
1w ago
I lost it today! Really lost it! My usually happy, kind, and amazing autistic teenage grandson, whom I raised most of his life, talked rudely and loudly to me over breakfast. As I reminded him to watch his tone, he laid into me even more ..read more
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1M ago
In the realm of education, technology has emerged as a powerful tool to dismantle barriers and forge pathways of learning that were once deemed impassable. The U.S. Department of Education’s latest Federal Report, in concert with the National Education Technology Plan, has issued new guidance emphasizing the importance of providing assistive technology to students with disabilities, as required under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), underscoring the pivotal role of technology in special education ..read more
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1M ago
Jen, a neurodiverse student, struggles to communicate her needs. She wants to ask her teacher for an extension because she didn’t finish her homework. She asks an AI-powered robot in her classroom to present her with a few scenarios of how the conversation with her teacher might play out. Using role-playing, Jen is able to practice some communication strategies and ways to respond to possible questions from her teacher. Jen can practice and get feedback as many times as she wants with the robot. It doesn’t get tired ..read more
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4M ago
Just as a gymnast relies on a spotter, a tree draws strength from its roots, and a musical relies on its stage crew ..read more
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4M ago
Once an individual on the spectrum finds just the right crew, they may very well wind up being the glue that holds it together (I actually had a boss in the past year describe me as such, and that was definitely a good day on my end ..read more
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4M ago
A neurodiverse friend of mine who works at Trader Joes has found that the support of her co-workers and managers has allowed her to truly thrive in her job as a cashier.  ..read more
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5M ago
Looking for informative and helpful resources and blogs for homeschooling your child with autism or special needs? We’ve got you covered.  ..read more
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5M ago
Strategies for Homeschooling
Are there moments during your homeschooling day that you find your child with autism is seeking a sensory break to organize their body and mind? You’re not alone. According to the American Journal of Occupational Therapy, up to 95% of children with autism experience difficulty with sensory processing in at least one of the eight senses.  ..read more
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5M ago
Nonprofit is Donating 500 Autism Books to Classrooms
When I started Autism Kids, I knew that I wanted our organization to be different. Founded in 2023 in Charlotte, N.C., Autism Kids has found ways to challenge what autism means for children and how society provides support for this vulnerable population. We pride ourselves on having neuro-affirming initiatives that spark conversations about neurodiversity.  ..read more
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6M ago
Setting up space in your home to homeschool your child with autism is where your own creativity can come into play. Even in a small home and on a tight budget there are ways to design your space that can have an enormous impact on how well your autistic child is able to focus and learn. The key is to do a little up-front planning based on the tips below, and then tweak and modify as needed for your child ..read more