In this podcast hosts Jette Oksis and Dr Paul Gardner continue the conversation with the very insightful Dr Cindy Smith, from Curtin University and FACES ( a not-for-profit, Autism school in Western Australia).

We discuss the uniqueness of each child and the vulnerability of early adolescents with ASD. Cindy invites us to consider the universal strategies of excellent teaching and differentiation, to support all students in a strengths-based approach, including a mindful approach to adjusting the learning environment.

For further information and point of contact, Cindy can be contacted through FACES:

https://www.faceswa.com/

In this episode hosts Jette Oksis and Dr Paul Gardner continue the insightful conversation with inspiring fellow WAIER member, Dr Cindy Smith.

This podcast follows on from Episode 1, talking about Cindy's extensive experience and ongoing research, theory and prevalence of Autism today. In this podcast we discuss the importance of early intervention and ensuring carers and educators are adequately equipped and supported to ensure students with autism can thrive.

Further insights can be found in this Education Today article.

Education Today

This is the first of a 3 part series in which we explore the many labels of Autism and increasing prevalence in today's society.

We are delighted to converse with WAIER committee member, Dr Cindy Smith who brings a wealth of wisdom and experience working with neurodiverse students and supporting those who teach and care for students with Autism.

Cindy shares her lifelong disposition of curiousity, to inquire and seek to develop practical strategies to better support students demonstrating challenging behaviours.

As well as ongoing educational research, developing undergraduate and professional teacher learning and development, Cindy also founded and supports a not-for-profit organisation, FACES.

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