Learning with FASD @LearningwFASD
Learning with FASD is an online portal that provides Australian primary school educators with evidence-based resources and tools to support children with FASD. learningwithfasd.org.au Joined October 2021-
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Term 4 is fast approaching! Prepare for the new term by checking out our factsheets on classroom strategies to help educators support students with FASD in the school environment! ow.ly/x1Fp50WEXVy
Did you know? #FASD is more common than Autism Spectrum Disorder, Down Syndrome, Spina Bifida, and Cerebral Palsy. In Australia alone, an estimated 10000 babies are born with FASD every single year. Watch our short video 'What is FASD?' to learn more ow.ly/M5VG50WEXV4
Students with #FASD may need tailored support in the classroom. Helpful strategies include: 🕖 Allow additional processing time. 🪨 Use concrete examples. 👁️ Use visual aids. Check out our factsheet for more classroom strategies 👉 ow.ly/ua5050WEXUT
Navigating adolescence can be challenging for young people with #FASD. Our video explores the factors that contribute to these challenges, and how educators can respond with understanding. Watch our video to learn more: ow.ly/QaKS50WEXUo
Every student shines in their own way ⭐ @allplayau's Strengths and Abilities Checklist can help educators identify and celebrate a young person's strengths, and guide collaboration with families. Explore the resource: ow.ly/8VsB50WEXU6
When caregivers and educators stay connected, students with #FASD benefit. Strengthening the connection between home and school can make a big difference. Explore our factsheet for practical tips and a customisable communication template 🖊️ ow.ly/M44g50WEXTq
Ever wondered how trauma affects students with #FASD in the classroom? Our new video highlights how educators can recognise the signs and respond with compassion. Watch now 🎥 ow.ly/X3cU50WEXQx
Today is International #FASD Awareness Day. Every year at 9:09am on the 9th day of the 9th month, we pause to recognise the importance of being alcohol free for the 9 months of pregnancy. Help turn the internet red today with #RedShoesRock! ow.ly/lqKe50WAt7o
Did you know next Tuesday is International# FASD Day? Red Shoes Rock is a global awareness campaign for those affected by FASD. It's easy to get involved, just share a picture of your favourite red shoes or socks with the hashtag #RedShoesRock 👠 ow.ly/sFUt50WAt71
Our resource covers some of the common presentations of #FASD in the school environment, such as: 1. Getting easily distracted 2. Having trouble changing activities 3. Needing to move their body frequently. Learn more now 👉 ow.ly/NSEY50WAt5O
The countdown is on… Only a few days to go until International FASD Awareness month begins! Learn more about how you can get involved and spark conversations about FASD and help create understanding about this hidden disability: redshoesrock.org.au/get-involved/ (Image: @FAREAustralia)
Strong social and emotional skills are key to a young person's success and wellbeing at school. Educators and support staff can help build these skills using the seven simple steps developed by @POPFASD, outlined in our guide:
We spoke with @pos_choices about the development of our secondary resources and the strategies that educators can use to help students with #FASD engage in learning. Catch up on the webinar here! ow.ly/PKCV50WEXW7
Adolescence is full of exciting transitions, such as starting secondary school or entering the workforce. For young people with #FASD, these transitions may be challenging. Educators can help ease transitions using the strategies in our our factsheet 🛣️ ow.ly/3Zkr50WAsbv
New resource! 🚨 Executive functioning helps us plan, focus, and organise our thoughts, however young people with #FASD often have challenges in this area. Our new factsheet provides practical strategies to support executive functioning: ow.ly/WKFv50WAsbg
In this webinar, we heard from researchers and experts on how Learning with FASD's resources can be used to support young people with #FASD in the secondary school environment. Watch now: ow.ly/CQRw50Wql78
Do you know how to create a successful learning environment for students with #FASD? Our factsheet covers tips such as minimizing visual distractions, providing a breakaway space, and keeping a consistent layout. Learn more here: ow.ly/JJJF50Wql6Y
Trauma and #FASD commonly co-occur. Using a strength-based, trauma-informed approach, educators can ensure school is a safe & supportive place for students Marninwarntikura Women’s Resource Centre have developed trauma-informed classroom strategies here: ow.ly/6PnV50Wql3N
Effective communication and collaboration between home and school can play an important role in the wellbeing and development of children with #FASD. Our customizable template helps educators to identify a child's needs and collaborate with caregivers 👉 ow.ly/qiK450Wql1U
In our new podcast episode, Christine Brooks from @NOFASDAustralia shares some helpful strategies that educators can use to manage challenging behaviours that may arise in young people with #FASD. Listen now 🎙️ ow.ly/fcCR50WqkV1
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