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Dr. Lynn Koegel on her latest book, "Hidden Brilliance: Unlocking the Intelligence of Autism"
Manage episode 378291495 series 2986130
SEASON THREE PREMIERE!!
What if the key to unlocking the brilliance of an autistic child lies in focusing on their strengths rather than their challenges? This episode, Jessica is joined by Dr. Lynn Koegel, a leading figure in autism education, who has passionately championed a shift from the deficit model to a strengths-based approach in teaching autistic children. Her latest book, "Hidden Brilliance: Unlocking the Intelligence of Autism," co-authored with Claire LaZebnik, is a testament to this belief, bringing to light the potential within these unique children that often goes unrecognized.
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Chapters
1. Exploring Neurodiversity and Autism Education (00:00:00)
2. Focusing on Strengths in Evaluating Children (00:13:04)
3. Understanding and Motivating Autistic Individuals (00:20:45)
4. Conventional Testing and Empowering Parents (00:30:36)
5. Advocating for Inclusion Education (00:38:02)
6. Practical and Motivational Learning for Autism (00:43:55)
7. Supporting Parents and Promoting Physical Activity (00:49:28)
64 episodes
Manage episode 378291495 series 2986130
SEASON THREE PREMIERE!!
What if the key to unlocking the brilliance of an autistic child lies in focusing on their strengths rather than their challenges? This episode, Jessica is joined by Dr. Lynn Koegel, a leading figure in autism education, who has passionately championed a shift from the deficit model to a strengths-based approach in teaching autistic children. Her latest book, "Hidden Brilliance: Unlocking the Intelligence of Autism," co-authored with Claire LaZebnik, is a testament to this belief, bringing to light the potential within these unique children that often goes unrecognized.
Follow Neuroversity on all our social platforms:
Neuroversity Website
IG
Facebook
Twitter
LinkedIn
Patreon
Chapters
1. Exploring Neurodiversity and Autism Education (00:00:00)
2. Focusing on Strengths in Evaluating Children (00:13:04)
3. Understanding and Motivating Autistic Individuals (00:20:45)
4. Conventional Testing and Empowering Parents (00:30:36)
5. Advocating for Inclusion Education (00:38:02)
6. Practical and Motivational Learning for Autism (00:43:55)
7. Supporting Parents and Promoting Physical Activity (00:49:28)
64 episodes
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