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Michigan Administrative Rules for Special Education (MARSE)

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INTRODUCTION: Prompts are generally given by an adult before or as a toddler attempts to use a skill. With prompting procedures, parents, family members, early interventionists, child care providers, or other team member can use different types of prompts systematically to help toddlers with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) acquire target skills. The Prompting learning module describes how to develop, implement, and monitor the use of two prompting procedures: Least-to-Most Prompting and Graduated Guidance.

INTRODUCTION: Naturalistic intervention involves a sequence of strategies designed to identify the contexts for intervention, provide training to the early intervention team members including providers and parents, arrange the environment, and then elicit the target behavior to engage the toddler with ASD in communication (prelinguistic and linguistic) and social interactions. The Naturalistic Intervention learning module describes a process for engaging toddlers with ASD in social and communication interactions.

INTRODUCTION: This module describes a naturalistic behavior intervention model called pivotal response treatment (PRT) and takes you through a series of implementation steps for each of the four pivotal learning areas: child motivation, responding to multiple cues or stimuli, child initiations, and self-regulation. PRT improves core behaviors.

Functional Behavior Assessment

INTRODUCTION: Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) involves collecting information through the use of observation, interviews, and record reviews. The FBA learning module describes a process used to understand the purpose or function of a specific toddler behavior that is particularly challenging for a toddler with ASD and his/her family to the extent that it negatively affects their quality of life.

Reinforcement

INTRODUCTION: Reinforcement is an evidence-based practice used to teach target skills and increase desired behavior. Reinforcement can be positive (giving something the toddler wants) or negative (taking away something the toddler doesn't want). The Reinforcement learning module describes how to develop, implement, and monitor the use Positive Reinforcement and Negative Reinforcement.

Video Modeling

INTRODUCTION: Video Modeling is an intervention that uses video recording and display equipment to provide a visual model of the targeted behavior or skill. The video modeling (VM) module describes the process used to collect data and target specific skills or behaviors when using this researched-based early intervention strategy with toddlers diagnosed with ASD.

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INTRODUCTION: Prompts are generally given by an adult before or as a toddler attempts to use a skill. With prompting procedures, parents, family members, early interventionists, child care providers, or other team member can use different types of prompts systematically to help toddlers with Autism…

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Autism Spectrum Disorder Training Modules

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Autism Spectrum Disorder Training Modules

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Autism Spectrum Disorder (Part 1): An Overview for Educators

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This module, first in a two-part series, provides information on the early signs of autism spectrum disorder (ASD), as well as an overview of the difference between a medical diagnosis and an educational determination of ASD.

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Approximately 40,000 students with disabilities are currently being served by Wayne County's 33 local school districts and approximately 110 public school academies. The large majority of these students are provided appropriate programs within their resident districts.

Approximately 7,000 students have more severe impairments (often referred to as "low incident" students) that require placement in the 57 special education center programs located throughout the county. A center program serves low incidence students from several local school districts at a single site. All 57 special education center programs are operated by local school districts.

Wayne RESA Special Education Plan (PDF) - Revised February 2017

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Administration and Compliance - Wayne RESA

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Administration and Compliance - Wayne RESA

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Michigan Department of Education - Low Incidence Outreach (MDE-LIO)

MDE-LIO provides consultation, training, and resources to families and educational teams serving students who are Blind or Visually Impaired (BVI) and/or Deaf or Hard of Hearing (DHH).

MDE-LIO's vision is to ensure equal access to a quality education for all students who are BVI and/or DHH.

Our services include:

Workshops and events for families and educators

Braille, large print, and digital books for students

American Printing House for the Blind (APH) Federal Quota products and textbooks

Professional development materials and guides for educators

UPCOMING EVENTS

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Families of school-age children who are Blind/Visually Impaired are invited to attend this overnight camp. Families will experience summer camp together with campfires, hikes, and waterfront activities. Learn and practice: adaptive outdoor...

Campers will experience many adventures at this two-night camp. Participants will canoe, make arts and crafts, play field games, swim, and enjoy campfires. Don't miss out on the opportunity to make wonderful memories and establish friendships at ...

Wrap up summer while engaging in outdoor activities at Camp Tuhsmeheta! Families with children who are Deaf, DeafBlind, or Hard of Hearing are invited to an afternoon party at camp. Participants will engage in a variety of outdoor activities, and...

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Please enjoy reading the May 2022 issue of the MDE-LIO newsletter. The MDE-LIO newsletter is a collaborative effort of our staff to provide valuable information regarding services, materials, and professional development opportunities for all. Cli... read more

From Amy Shepherd, MDE-LIO Parent Liaison
I remember the first story box I made almost 20 years ago. It was for my preschool-age son who was legally Blind, and it was a book about his favorite toys. I still have the photos we took... read more

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Take a Trip: An Overview of Transportation Options

This presentation is for students who are Blind/Visually Impaired who are curious about transportation options. In the video, Amanda English and Maggie Winn offer descriptions, resources, and tips for a variety of transportation types.

MDE-LIO Video Library

The MDE-LIO Video Library is continuing to expand. Get tips, learn about new products, meet the staff, explore the website, and much more. Click the buttons below to access curated lists of BVI and DHH videos.

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MDE-LIO provides consultation, training, and resources to families and educational teams serving students who are Blind or Visually Impaired (BVI) and/or Deaf or Hard of Hearing (DHH). MDE-LIO's vision is to ensure equal access to a quality education for all students who are BVI and/or DHH.

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The Statewide Autism Resources and Training (START) Project is funded by the Michigan Department of Education, Office of Special Education to provide evidence-based training, technical assistance, and resources to educators in Michigan that serve students with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

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The Statewide Autism Resources and Training (START) Project is funded by the Michigan Department of Education, Office of Special Education to provide evidence-based training, technical assistance, and resources to educators in Michigan that serve students with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

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ASD Eligibility Guidelines 3-26-18 FINAL-5

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The Michigan Administrative Rules for Special Education (MARSE) define eligibility for special education services within thirteen categories of disability.

R 340.1702 Student with a disability defined.
Rule 2. "Student with a disability" means a person who is determined by an individualized education program team or a hearing officer to have 1 or more of the impairments specified in this part that necessitates special education or related services, or both, who is not more than 25 years of age as of September 1 of the school year of enrollment, who has not completed a normal course of study, and who has not graduated from high school. A student who reaches the age of 26 years after September 1 is a "student with a disability" and entitled to continue a special education program or service until the end of that school year.

R 340.1705 Cognitive impairment defined; determination.
Rule 5. (1) Cognitive impairment shall be manifested during the developmental period and be determined through the demonstration of all of the following behavioral characteristics:
(a) Development at a rate at or below approximately 2 standard deviations below the mean as determined through intellectual assessment.
(b) Scores approximately within the lowest 6 percentiles on a standardized test in reading and arithmetic. This requirement will not apply if the student is not of an age, grade, or mental age appropriate for formal or standardized achievement tests.
(c) Lack of development primarily in the cognitive domain.
(d) Impairment of adaptive behavior.
(e) Adversely affects a student's educational performance.

(2) A determination of impairment shall be based upon a comprehensive evaluation by a multidisciplinary evaluation team, which shall include a psychologist.

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The Michigan Administrative Rules for Special Education (MARSE) define eligibility for special education services within thirteen categories of disability. R 340.1702 Student with a disability defined. Rule 2.

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How OT can Support Speech Therapy Services

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How OT can Support Speech Therapy Services

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How Occupational Therapy Can Support Speech Therapy Services - Chicago Occupational Therapy

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Oftentimes when a child is receiving speech therapy services, an occupational therapy evaluation is recommended. As a caregiver or potential referring therapist, you may think, "But our main goal is speech, how will OT help?" Occupational therapy can help to facilitate foundational skills that w ...