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How A Neurodiversity Mindset Helps Children Thrive

March 6 @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm EST

Free
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About This Webinar

This webinar explores essential aspects of neurodivergent conditions (e.g., autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and more) with an emphasis on these as natural variations in human cognition rather than deficits. The concept of neurodiversity is changing the way educators and other practitioners help children who learn differently. Participants will gain foundational knowledge on history and neuroscience behind neurodiversity alongside an understanding that autism is just one type of neurodivergent condition. Participants will learn how neurodivergence is defined, the conditions it encompasses, and its prevalence among approximately 15% to 20% of the global population. This session will provide the latest evidence and information to better support children who learn differently.

Learning Objectives:

  • Identify the history of neurodiversity
  • Recognize the neuroscience behind neurodiversity
  • Apply a neurodiversity mindset
  • Integrate neurodiversity affirming practices into everyday life

Presenter

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Celest Austin, M.D., Ph.D.

Dr. Celest Austin has dedicated her life to autism because of her autistic sister, Amanda. After earning a MD/PhD from the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio, Dr. Austin knew she wanted to help more autistic children and founded GoManda, named after her sister Amanda. Inspired by the unique learning style of Amanda and other autistic individuals, GoManda is a company dedicated to celebrating the unique mind of autism. Dr. Austin is also a professor at University of Texas in Austin.

Continuing Education (CE) Credit

  • Certified in Family and Consumer Sciences (CFCS)This webinar is pending approval for 1.5 continuing education (CE) credits from the American Association for Family and Consumer Sciences (AAFCS). Note: Eligibility for CE credit will close 3/6/2027.
  • Early Interventionists and Early Childhood Educators: This webinar is pending approval for 1.5 continuing education (CE) credits from the Early Intervention Training Program (EITP) at the University of Illinois. 
  • Certified Family Life Educators (CFLE): This webinar is pending approval for 1.5 continuing education (CE) credits from the National Council on Family Relations (NCFR). Note: Eligibility for CE credit will close 3/6/2030.
  • Michigan Certified Teachers: This webinar has been approved for 1.5 SCECH from the Michigan Education Association’s Center for Leadership and Learning.
  • Social Workers, Licensed Professional Counselors, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists: This webinar is pending approval for 1.5 continuing education (CE) credits from the University of Texas at Austin, Steve Hicks School of Social Work. Check with your state licensing agency for reciprocity and/or credit approval if licensed for other professions or in one of the following states: CO, FL, HI, IA, KS, KY, MI, NY, ND, OH, OK. Note: Eligibility for CE credit will close 3/6/2027.
  • OneOp Certificates of Attendance are available for those interested in additional documentation of professional development activities.

Event Materials

Webinar slides and resources will be added the day prior to the live session.

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Details

Date:
March 6
Time:
11:00 am - 12:30 pm EST
Cost:
Free
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How To Join

Complete the registration form with your name, email address, and how you learned about this webinar. You should receive a confirmation email shortly after with the connection information. Please email us at [email protected] if you have any questions or need technical support.

If you are unable to join the webinar via Zoom, please view the live-streamed webinar at https://www.youtube.com/c/OneOp/live.

More Info

Format
Upcoming Webinars
Continuing Education Credits Available
AAFCS
EITP
Gateways
MiRegistry
NCFR
SCECH
UTSW
Series
Uniquely Wired: A Deep Dive into Diverse Cognitive Variations
Webinar Zoom URL
https://auburn.zoom.us/j/81383879696
Webinar ID
8138 3879 696
Dial in numbers
If you are unable to connect to Zoom or access YouTube
dial in by phone: 1 301 715 8592
International numbers
International numbers available: https://auburn.zoom.us/u/kqtp5RZgD

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