Course curriculum

  • 1

    Course content

    • PowerPoint

    • Dual Sensibilities: Literacy Approaches for Deaf Learners with Autism

    • Quiz

    • Evaluation

    • Continuing Education Credits

Course information

Course description: During this course, attendees will explore the challenges faced by K-12 Deaf learners with Autism, specifically in the area of literacy development. As educators and professionals, understanding how to effectively support literacy growth is crucial for improving outcomes and fostering language development. The presentation will focus on providing practical strategies and interventions that address existing gaps in literacy support. Using a combination of research findings, case studies, and hands-on tips, participants will leave with a toolkit of approaches to implement immediately in their educational settings.

Agenda:

15 minutes: Understanding the Intersection Deaf Education + Autism Education

15 minutes: Identifying Gaps in Literacy Supports

20 minutes: Strategies for Enhancing Literacy Outcomes

25 minutes: Real-World Application of Literacy 

15 minutes: Practical Tips - Customizing Literacy Plans for Deaf Learners with Autism


Learner outcomes:

Participants will be able to:

  1. State the challenges faced by Deaf learners with autism in literacy development

  2. Identify strategies and interventions that have shown promise in enhancing literacy outcomes for Deaf learners with Autism

  3. Engage in dialogue and collaboration to create and implement individualized literacy plans

Instructor(s)

Felicia Rutledge

Dr. Felicia Rutledge is an empowerment advocate for both scholar and adult brilliance. She received a Bachelor of Arts in English and a Master of Science in Deaf Education. In 2017, Dr. Rutledge received a Doctorate in Education emphasizing Special Education Leadership. She began her teaching career in Deaf Education teaching a range of subjects in early childhood, elementary, and middle/high school education. She served as a Multi-Tiered System of Support Project Facilitator and state MTSS Regional Project Coordinator creating and facilitating state and district-level professional learning sessions and supporting school teams with academics and behavioral tiered supports. Dr. Rutledge is passionate about her commitment to education and serving her community. She has written award-winning grants to support teacher collaboration time, provide scholars with community-based learning, and increase language, literacy, and communication skills. Dr. Rutledge looks forward to continuing her commitment to scholarly achievement, supporting families, human talent development, and implementing systems rooted in access, equity, and liberation.

Speaker disclosures

Financial disclosures: Dr. Rutledge is the founder and lead consultant of Felicia L Rutledge Consulting, the project director for Administrative Faculty for the University of Nevada Reno, and is receiving an honorarium from Language First for presenting.

Nonfinancial disclosures: Dr. Rutledge has no relevant nonfinancial disclosures.

Continuing Education

This course is offered for 0.15 ASHA CEUs.