Complete the following modules and take the associated quizzes:

Introduction - Why Teach Digital Citizenship and Safety?

Unit #1 - Teach Students About Internet Safety and Privacy

Unit#2 - Online Safety on the Go

Unit #3 - Savvy Searching

Unit #4 - Stay Safe from Phishing and Scams

Unit #5 - Manage Your Online Reputation

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Read chapters 3 - 8 of the Paraprofessional Handbook (click on text to link to the reading)

Watch the attached video

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Materials

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Watch the attached video

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Watch the attached videos:

• "Cognitive Development and Learning in Young Children"

• "C-SSRS Screening Training - English (USA)"  - Note: Paraprofessionals will NEVER be asked to administer this screening but it is important to have background knowledge since paras are often the closest to students and the first to hear these types of comments.

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Watch the attached video:

• "Interconnected Systems Framework (ISF) 101: An Introduction"

• "C-TLC Webinar: A Districtwide Approach to Coordinating Mindfulness Implementation"

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Watch the attached video:

• "MH & SLO #2: Trauma-Informed Suicide Prevention for Educators: Stories, Science, & Strategies"

• "Youth Suicide: Early Detection of Warning Signs and Identifying Risk Factors"

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Watch the attached video:

• "Autism and Trauma: The Intersection"

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Watch the following TED Talk videos (Click on each link below):

• Carol Dweck: The Power of Believing That You Can Improve

• Barry Schwartz: The Paradox of Choice

• Tali Sharot: The Optimism Bias

• Nic Marks: The Happy Planet Index

• Philip Zimbardo: The Psychology of Time

• Chip Conley: Measuring What Makes Life Worthwhile

• Daniel Goleman: Why Aren’t We More Compassionate?

• David Steindl-Rast: Want To Be Happy? Be Grateful

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Developed by the ACC, provides real-life, practical, evidence-based tools and training to empower people with autism and their families. A team of autistic individuals, researchers, clinicians, families and experts worked together to develop the content which aims to inform and educate in an easy-to-follow, mobile-friendly way.  (Note this free access ends June 1st)

Visit  https://autismcertificationcenter.org/get-started, enter your information to create a new account, and click "Continue" in the bottom left. 

Once your account has been created the following courses will be available by clicking  "Go to Dashboard"  to access the module: Foundations of Evidence-Based Strategies (Individual)

• Many Faces of Autism

A free course that will introduce you to characteristics of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and dispel common misconceptions through the experiences and perspectives of individuals on the autism spectrum. Whether you are a parent, grandparent, neighbor, co-worker, teacher, bus driver, or librarian, you will find valuable insights and information in this 90-minute course.

Estimated Time to Complete Course: 1.5 clock hours

• Foundations of Evidence-Based Strategies - Toddler and Preschool Age

Early childhood is an important time to help young children with ASD to develop critical language and learning skills. With video examples in homes and preschool classrooms, this course will introduce you to evidence-based strategies that can be used in natural environments during typical routines and activities of toddlers and preschoolers. This course takes approximately 10.5 hours to complete. Prerequisite: Many Faces of Autism

Estimated Time to Complete Course: 10.5 clock hours

• Foundations of Evidence-Based Strategies - School Age

During the elementary and middle school years, school-aged individuals with ASD are developing skills in many areas that will impact their futures. This course presents evidence-based strategies in action in home, school and community environments. This course takes approximately 10.5 hours to complete. Prerequisite: Many Faces of Autism

Estimated Time to Complete Course: 10.5 clock hours

• Foundations of Evidence-Based Strategies - Transition Age

Adolescents and young adults with ASD need many critical skills as they prepare for transitioning from high school into their own, unique adult lives. This course will show you how to use evidence-based strategies to support individuals who are transition-aged and young adults through video examples at home, school, work, and in the community. This course takes approximately 10.5 hours to complete. Prerequisite: Many Faces of Autism

Estimated Time to Complete Course: 10.5 clock hours

Watch the following  videos (Click on each link below):

SEASON 1

• Episode 1 - Mathematizing

• Episode 2 - Measurement

• Episode 3 - Geometry

• Episode 4 - Patterns

SEASON 2

• Episode 1: Fostering Social-Emotional Relationships

•  Episode 2: Planning Ahead, Environments that Support Positive Behavior

• Episode 3: Noticing Feelings: Teaching Emotional Literacy and Regulation

• Episode 4: Problems as Opportunities: Teaching Problem-Solving and Friendship Skills

• Episode 5: Addressing Challenging Behavior: Guidance and Support