Autism Distance Education Parent Training (ADEPT) Presented By: Patricia Schetter, MA, BCBA Coordinator of ASD Education Initiates CEDD at the MIND Institute

Goals of this Training Describe the rationale for developing web based parent training modules Describe the process used to develop ADEPT modules Provide an overview of Module 1: Strategies for Teaching Functional Skills Demonstrate use of ADEPT as part of LEA parent training

Partners  C.E.D.D. at the MIND Institute  Autism and Behavior Training Associates(ABTA)  UC Davis Extension  ALTA California Regional Center  Folsom Cordova Unified School District  F.E.A.T and Sac AS IS  Rowell Family Empowerment Center  Fiesta Educativa Funding By: State Council on Developmental Disabilities

Recognized Need for Parent Training Resources Autism impacts 1 in 110 children (CDC, 2009) Waiting lists for parent training groups Difficult for families who live in rural or remote areas Hard to find bilingual and bicultural opportunities for parent training Extended family and caregivers require training

Parent Training is an Evidence Based Practice According to NPDC-ASD (2010) Parent-implemented interventions meet the Evidence Based Practice criteria for children with ASD

With what ages is parent-implemented intervention effective? Within the evidence-base, studies included learners as young as 2 and as old as 9 years of age.

What target behaviors or skills are appropriate for parent-implemented intervention? Communication: social communication skills, conversation skills, spontaneous language, use of augmentative and alternative communication, joint attention, and interaction in play. Adaptive Skills and Behavior: compliance, reduction of aggression, increased eating and self care, and reduction of disruptive behaviors.

Questions We Considered Can effective parent training be conducted using technology? Is there a desire by parents to access training in this way? What content do parents need most?

Development – Initial Survey Based on assessed needs of parents  Info on content and delivery collected through web based parent survey (2007)  Over 500 families from Northern and Central CA responded

Greatest Needs: Behavior Skills Teaching/Adaptive Skills Functional Communication Navigating the Service Systems Play and Social Skills

Many continue to prefer face to face for group support format Many prefer to access through technology due to time, convenience, child care issues, travel, language or learning needs Many cited need to share information with others who partake in caring for their child Preferred Delivery Format

Two Modules Developed - Piloted as Face to Face Courses Teaching Adaptive Skills using Applied Behavior Analysis Strategies Positive Behavior Support for Families

Concepts Taught: Skills Teaching Targeting appropriate skills Structuring the environment for success Task Analysis and breaking down skills Shaping Prompting and prompt fading Using positive reinforcement Providing error correction Addressing resistance Generalization of skills

Concepts Taught: Positive Behavior Antecedent/trigger analysis Prevention planning and restructuring routines Determining the function of a behavior Teaching replacement behaviors and skills Using common sense response strategies Rewarding appropriate behavior

Pilots - Delivery Method Offered 4 cohorts as face to face group training with 10 families in each group Videotaped training sessions and home visits to provide visual support to the online modules Collected data on parent responses and feedback

Pilots - Instructors Co-taught by parents experienced in using techniques with their children on the autism spectrum AND professionals with training and expertise in behavior analysis and teaching children with ASD Model of best practice to provide theory and practical application

Outcomes and Feedback Growth in both confidence and application as measured using self evaluation tools and behavioral vignettes Parents felt the curriculum was user friendly and effective

Next Steps: Developed module on Skills Teaching into online format Translated into Spanish by Bilingual and Bicultural Board Certified behavior Analyst (BCBA) Conducted a test group in Northern CA and took feedback to modify content and format Received consultation from primary consumers and family members regarding content, format and accessibility

Now Available On CEDD website On CD – distributed to Regional Centers, SELPAs and Family Resource Centers from Frenso to Oregon Border

ADEPT Autism Distance Education Parent Training Main Menu Please use your mouse to click on a selection below to begin. Module 1: Strategies for Teaching Functional Skills ADEPT Interface Overview Module 1 Introduction Lesson 1: The ABCs of Skills Teaching Lesson 2: Understanding Reinforcement Lesson 3: Using Reinforcement Effectively Lesson 4: Planning and Preparation Lesson 5: Creating a Task Analysis Lesson 6: Prerequisite Skills Lesson 7: Prompting and Chaining (Part 1) Lesson 8: Prompting and Chaining (Part 2) Lesson 9: Setting the Stage for Learning Lesson 10: Dealing with Errors Helpful Forms and Checklists Accessibility (508) Notes Glossary of Key Terms

Each Lesson Contains: Overview of what will be learned Multimedia presentation of materials and concepts Video demonstrations Interactive activities to support learning A glossary of terms Printable guided notes A QUIZ or self assessment of knowledge Assessment and planning forms to accompany hands on assignments

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Using ADEPT to Facilitate Site Based Parent Training Use modules as part of group meetings and trainings Using ADEPT along with telemedicine for individual consultation with a BCBA or Autism Specialist

Questions Patty Schetter, MA, BCBA Coordinator of ASD Education Initiatives CEDD at the MIND Institute at