Autism in special and regular education

About the lecturer:

Dr. Shachar Bar Yehuda lectures in the special education programs at the Levinsky-Wingate Academic College, at Oranim College, and at Bar-Ilan University. He formerly worked as a national counselor on autism at the Ministry of Education's Special Education Division, and currently manages the activities involving autism at Alumot Or. Dr. Bar Yehuda holds a Ph.D. degree in special education and a Master's degree in special education with a specialization in autism; both are from Bar-Ilan University. He has also earned a Bachelor's degree in education and comparative literature, and a Master's degree in education planning and policy from the Hebrew University in Jerusalem. Additionally, Dr. Bar Yehuda is a graduate of the Mandel School for Educational Leadership.

Within the framework of his role at Alumot Or, Dr. Bar Yehuda develops theory- and research-based study programs and assessment tools. In his lectures, he offers groundbreaking professional guidance on autism, with a variety of points of emphasis.

In the sessions we will:

• Broaden the team's observation and enhance collaboration.
• Formulate more precise teaching methods to optimally meet the youths' needs.
• Expand the integration skills in regular classrooms to create an inclusive environment.
• Present practical tools for managing the daily schedule in the classroom, to promote effectiveness and serenity.

Who is the program suitable for?

Educational teams, therapists, parents and decision makers interested in acquiring knowledge and practical tools for improving professional support processes and empowering youths with disabilities.

One can request a single lecture, a series of lectures or a professional support process for a school through the Geffen system (41555).