Understanding and supporting learners with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is critical to creating an inclusive and effective learning environment. This course provides a comprehensive overview of ASD, covering symptoms, diagnosis, myths, effective instructional practices, behavior management strategies and the importance of neurodiversity. You will explore Ontario’s educational policies, develop practical resources and learn about the intersectionality of ASD with gender, culture and other identities
This program is available in the following terms:
| EDUC 9N695 | Spring | Late Spring | Summer | Late Summer | Fall | Late Fall | Fall-Winter | Winter | Late Winter |
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| Availability | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Term Name | Spring | Late Spring | Summer | Late Summer | Fall | Late Fall | Fall-Winter | Winter | Late Winter |
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| 1. Start Date | Mar 23, 2026 | May 4, 2026 | Jun 22, 2026 | Jul 20, 2026 | Sep 14, 2026 | Oct 19, 2026 | Nov 16, 2026 | Jan 18, 2027 | Feb 22, 2027 |
| 2. End Date | May 17, 2026 | Jun 28, 2026 | Aug 16, 2026 | Sep 13, 2026 | Nov 8, 2026 | Dec 13, 2026 | Jan 24, 2027 | Mar 14, 2027 | Apr 18, 2027 |
| 3. Withdraw deadline 100% | March 29, 2026 | May 10, 2026 | June 28, 2026 | July 26, 2026 | September 20, 2026 | October 25, 2026 | November 22, 2026 | January 24, 2027 | February 28, 2027 |
| 4. Withdraw deadline 50% | April 12, 2026 | May 24, 2026 | July 12, 2026 | August 9, 2026 | October 4, 2026 | November 8, 2026 | December 6, 2026 | February 7, 2027 | March 14, 2027 |
Program Information
What you’ll learn studying Teaching Students with Communication Needs:
- Create practical, evidence-based educator resources to support learners with ASD
- Critically evaluate various aspects of ASD, including diagnostic criteria, early signs, long-term outcomes, historical contributions, common misconceptions and evidence-based interventions
- Reflect on your understanding and experiences related to ASD to better support learners and foster a more inclusive and effective learning environment
- Examine and interpret the effectiveness of different instructional and behavioural strategies and support programs to enhance the learning and development
- Critically analyze cultural perspectives and their impact on educational and community-level support
- Evaluate the implications of different disability models, symbols and intersectional identities to develop effective, inclusive support strategies
Materials
There are no additional resources required for this course.
Technology
- Laptop/PC: Windows 10 or higher or equivalent operating system with recommended 8 GB of RAM and at least 16 GB of free hard disk space and Wi-Fi capabilities.
- Access to reliable high-speed broadband internet access (Cable, DSL, LTE) with a minimum bandwidth of 15 Mbps is recommended.
- Included integrated webcam and microphone recommended.
Prerequisites
- OCT Membership
To successfully complete your program, you will complete all components of the program. Your progress will be continuously evaluated using a variety of formative and/or summative assessments to receive a final mark. Information about these assessment methods will be provided in the Learning Management System on the first day of the program.
Intake Details
For ASY- Asynchronous Online delivery of this course, the course will have a set start and finish date, along with set due dates for assignments and assessments. This does not require real-time communications. However, instructors may arrange optional real-time online group discussions during your course. You will not be required to be on-campus for any reason.
| Course Detail | Course Info |
|---|---|
| Course Code | EDUC 9N695 |
| Course Name | Teaching Students with Communication Needs (Autism Spectrum Disorders) |
| Category | One Session |
| Price | $725 |
| Delivery Mode | ASY - Asynchronous Online |
| Duration | 8 weeks |
| Registration | Find upcoming dates and class times. |
| OSAP Eligible | Yes |
Unsure about eligibility?
For eligibility inquiries, please email [email protected] with your specific question. Eligibility confirmations cannot be provided over the phone.
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