Teaching and learning with Autism – Olga Tennison Autism Research Centre

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Building A More Confident, Neuro-affirming Practice

A stronger understanding of autism can enrich every psychologist’s practice. The Working With Autistic Clients (WWAC) course provides practical knowledge and skills to build your confidence and strengthen your clinical practice...

J M September 16, 2026

Stratford, UK, April 8, 2017: People are strolling next to the birth house of William Shakespeare in Stratford upon Avon, England

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Expanding Our Early Autism Identification Training Across the UK

Read time 2 mins. The Olga Tennison Autism Research Centre (OTARC) have continued our long-standing collaboration with the University of Manchester in the United Kingdom to support early autism identification…

J M April 22, 2026

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In-Person Training Boosts Autism Support in Darling Downs

Darling Downs Health (DDH) has taken an important step in strengthening early autism-screening supports for young children across the region by hosting in-person training for their staff in the Social Attention and Communication Surveillance (SACS) tool, developed by the Olga Tennison Autism Research Centre (OTARC) at La Trobe University.

LTU Digital Engagement and Recruitment November 25, 2025

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Ask an Autism Researcher Teaching and learning with Autism Transition

Autistic teens transitioning from high school

For Autistic young people, finding the right path after high school can feel overwhelming. If university isn’t the best fit, what are the other options?

Alex Haschek October 16, 2024

Two children are engaged with an electronic tablet while seated at a desk in a classroom setting

Ask an Autism Researcher Teaching and learning with Autism

Can the use of ICT support the learning of Autistic children?

Tablets and ICT tools can boost learning for Autistic children by improving engagement and communication. However, it's important to balance these benefits with the risks of distraction and reduced social interaction. Discover how technology can support their education.

Alex Haschek July 30, 2019

A woman sits on a bed comforting a child wearing a purple hoodie closed over their face.

Ask an Autism Researcher Teaching and learning with Autism

Meltdowns after school

After-school meltdowns can be tough, especially with multiple children on the autism spectrum. While research is limited, this post offers practical tips, like addressing hunger, frustration, and using distraction or quiet time, to help ease the transition from school to home.

mdenham August 17, 2017

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Ask an Autism Researcher Educational and vocational engagement Teaching and learning with Autism

Choosing a school for a child on the Autism spectrum

What should you consider when selecting the best school for your Autistic child? Learn the differences between mainstream and special schools, their advantages, and challenges, to help make an informed decision.

mdenham September 27, 2013

Ask an Autism Researcher Educational and vocational engagement Teaching and learning with Autism

School refusal

Learn how psychologists, speech pathologists, and educators collaborate to support Autistic children in school.

mdenham June 26, 2013