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Hear about the latest research on good practice in autism education provision in the UK
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Engage with expert panel discussions on the impact of the SEN Green Paper and the role of school leadership in supporting pupils with autism
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Gain insight as young people with autism and parents share their experiences
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Improve your practice with expert workshop sessions on key areas
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Update your knowledge with evidence of effective strategies to support pupils
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Meet renowned experts in the field of autism and education, and network with other professionals
Programme
Conference Chair: Jolanta Lasota, Chief Executive Officer, Ambitious about Autism
Keynote Speakers:
What is Good Practice in Autism Education?
Professor Tony Charman, the Centre for Research into Autism and Education, Institute of Education
A consultation-based study on outcomes in autism
Dr. Kerstin Wittemeyer, The Autism Centre for Education and Research, University of Birmingham
Joining our panel discussions:
Virginia Bovell OBE, Parent, NAS Councillor and Abitious about Autism Advisor
Lesley Gannon, Head of Campaigns at the National Association of Head Teachers
Lorraine Petersen OBE, CEO of Nasen
Jude Ragan OBE, Headteacher of Queensmill School, London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham
Leading workshop sessions:
Belinda Blank, Transition Liaison Officer at TreeHouse School
Lisa Hopkins, Director for Specialist Development at Dimensions
Becky Jones, Deputy Headteacher, TreeHouse School
Dr Julie O’Sullivan, Headteacher, TreeHouse School
Dr. Kerstin Wittemeyer, The Autism Centre for Education and Research, University of Birmingham
www.ambitiousaboutautism.org.uk/conference2011
Email:
training@ambitiousaboutautism.org.uk
Telephone: 0208 815 5148