Learning Objectives

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 I. Introduction

1.       To understand the session format, evaluation process, and logistics

2.       To raise awareness of the impact of FAS/ARND on parents and teachers.

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II. Factual base

1.       To identify cause and characteristics of FAS/ARND

a.         Definition FAS/ARND

b.         Prevention

c.         Importance of early diagnosis

d.         Common cognitive/neurological disorder, psychological deficits

e.         Primary disabilities of FAS/ARND

f.          Secondary disabilities of FAS/ARND

g.         Lifelong consequences of FAS/ARND

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2.       To understand chronological age vs. adaptive age of the child

a.       Typical developmental stages

b.       Impact of brain damage on child’s development and movement through developmental stages

c.       Need for consistent, high level supervision

d.       Realistic expectations

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III. Behavioral Issues

1.       To understand the underlying causes of the inappropriate behaviors of students with FAS/ARND

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2.       To experiment with and evaluate the effectiveness of different responses to child’s behavior

a.       Apply the neurological underpinnings of the child’s behavior to developing strategies for addressing the behavior

b.       Evaluate and modify the strategies based on the child’s response

3.       To recognize the multi-layered intervention necessary to ensure student’s success

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IV. Behavior Management

1.       To recognize indicators that signal imminent meltdown (disruptive, out-of-control) behavior and intervene to prevent escalation

a.       Anticipate problem behaviors

b.       Discipline

c.       Social skills

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2.       To respond to the student in a way that fosters self-esteem in the student

3.       To create a school/classroom environment conducive for students with FAS/ARND to succeed

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 V. Coping Skills

1.       To identify stressors related to teaching a student with FAS/ARND and address ways of relieving stress

2.       To develop a positive school-parent relationship

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VI. Application

1.       To generate and apply appropriate strategies that deal with the issues surrounding raising a child with FAS/ARND

2.       To match problem solving with realistic expectations

3.       To experiment with and evaluate the effectiveness of different responses to student’s behavior

4.       To create intervention strategies to alleviate or lessen potential problem areas outside the classroom

5.       To concretize and apply the knowledge learned throughout the series

6.       To reinforce and extend problem solving skills and evaluate the effectiveness of these strategies.

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