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Understanding Monotropism: Supporting Autistic Students' Focused Attention
Monotropism, the ability to focus intensely on a limited range of interests, is a key aspect of many autistic individuals' experiences. This webinar will provide educators with insights into monotropism and practical strategies to support autistic students' focused attention, enhancing their learning and well-being.
Understand the concept of monotropism and its significance in the context of autism.
Explore how monotropism manifests in autistic students and the unique strengths and challenges it presents.
Discover strategies to harness students' focused interests to enhance engagement and learning.
Learn how to balance students' intense interests with curriculum requirements, ensuring a comprehensive educational experience.
Implement practical approaches to create a classroom environment that respects and supports students' focused attention.
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Susan Keery
Susan brings with her over 20 years' experience supporting autistic children, adolescents and adults across both health and education sectors. Specifically supporting autistic individuals with individualised, person-centred, home programmes, and school support; as well as providing training and ongoing support to parents and professionals.
Susan holds degrees at undergraduate and master's level; and is currently working on her PhD within the school of Social Sciences, Education and Social work (QUB). Susan's research is focused on social anxiety in the autistic community with special interest in subsequent impact on school absences. Her research aims to reduce barriers to accessing support by using immersive technology. Susan is passionate about her research and practice being directed by the lived experience of the autistic community.
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