Through years of teaching, extensive research and publishing, and work with universities, public school systems, and organizations, I am a strong believer in the benefit of meaningful, contextually based instruction for individuals with autism. Visual language and augmentative communication systems for individuals with pervasive developmental disorders and autism represent both a legitimate language system and an effective strategy for communication.

This web site is for the purposes of providing a helpful information resource, as well as information about my work, my publications and the services I offer.

Featured Monographs by Dr. Joanne Cafiero

Technology Supports for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders

From Technology in Action, Vol. 3, Issue 3, May 2008

AAC and Autism: Challenging Our Beliefs

AAC and Group Instruction

Aided Language Stimulation and Autism, presented at ATIA, January 2010 (with Linda Burkhart, Caroline Musselwhite and Sam Sennott)

Upcoming and Recent Workshops & Presentations

January 29, 2010
Orlando, FL
ATIA (Assistive Technology Industry Association)
March 17-31, 2010
Australia Tour: Autism and Communication: Unlocking Language through Technology
1. March 17, 2010
  Melbourne
  Autism and AAC: Research to Practice
2. March 18, 2010
  2-hour webinar for remote areas
3. March 19, 2010
  Launceston
  Autism and AAC: Research to Practice
4. March 22, 2010
  Adelaide
  Autism and AAC: Research to Practice
5. March 24, 2010
  Perth
  Autism and AAC: Research to Practice
6. March 26, 2010
  Sydney
  Autism and AAC: Research to Practice
7. March 29, 2010
  Brisbane
  Autism and AAC: Research to Practice
8. March 31, 2010
  Townsville
  Autism and AAC: Research to Practice
April 23, 2010
Reno, NV
Autism and AAC: Research to Practice
May 5, 2010
Bismarck, ND
Autism and AAC: Research to Practice
August 2, 2010
State College, PA
Penn State Autism Conference

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Complete List of Workshops and Presentations

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