Enhancing Classroom Structure Through the Use of Visual Strategies - (2-day Training) - Winter 2025 - 33700

In this session, educators will explore the power of visual strategies in creating a structured and effective classroom environment. Research supports the use of visual strategies as an effective method of improving classroom management, fostering student independence, and reducing anxiety that can lead to challenging behaviors if not addressed. In this two-day learning experience, participants will have the opportunity to develop individual schedules, work systems, and behavioral reminders to support students with autism and other developmental disabilities. The importance of routines, visual systems, and clear, concrete expectations will be presented. The training includes presentations, small-group projects, and hands-on experiences.This session is aligned with the Instructional Strategies component(s) of the TEA-required self-assessment and SPP Indicator Education Environments (School Age).

Schedule & Location
1/23/2025 8:30 am - 3:30 pm
ESC Region 11
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1/24/2025 8:30 am - 3:30 pm
ESC Region 11
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Audiences
Charter School Personnel, Teacher - Special Education, Paraprofessionals
Objectives
Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of how visual supports can enhance classroom structure and improve student engagement and behavior. Participants will explore how visual supports can foster student independence. Participants will be able to identify different types of visual strategies, including visual schedules, physical structure, work systems, behavior visual supports, and instructional visuals.
Session 60496
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Seats Left 12
T-TESS

Registration Deadline 1/24/2025
Credit Type Continuing Professional Education
Duration 12:00
T-PESS

Presenter
Michael Tucker ESC Region 11


Michael Tucker

For assistance contact:

Michael Tucker
Team Lead, Behavior
mtucker@esc11.net
(817) 740-7586

Daisy Sheardown

For assistance contact:

Daisy Sheardown
Special Education Technician
dsheardown@esc11.net
(817) 740-3606