The Autism Toolbox Research Project
Participants Needed
Description of the Project: The Autism Toolbox Research Project will create an interactive online resource and research center for parents and teachers of children with autism. The Researcher/Project Director (Dr. Sue E. Hoppe) will serve as a mentor and coordinator through online networking, consulting, staff development courses, and workshops. Descriptive information will be gathered through the Web Site to use in determining the needs of the participants. The data received will be analyzed and used to design future programs and research to prepare preservice teachers and others by developing onsite and online workshops in the field of autism. The questions addressed in the study are:
· What are the needs and concerns of teachers and parents of children with autism?
· How do the needs and concerns of parents of individuals with autism compare and contrast with that of teachers?
· According to teachers & parents of children with autism, what educational practices are needed in the public school system?
· According to teachers & parents of children with autism, what intervention techniques are helpful in increasing communication, social interaction, and behavior skills?
If you think you would like to participate in this research project please contact the researcher by Mail: Dr. Sue E. Hoppe, Department of Education, Cameron University, 2800 W. Gore Blvd., Lawton, OK ; or call 405-22-9398; or email: shoppe@cameron.edu
You will be contacted and given further information about the research. I will send you a 10 question survey which you will fill out and return through email. All information will be kept confidential.
To compensate for your participation in the research project, you will be provided consultation and resources in the field of autism. Most consultation will be done through the website, but seminars and training may be arranged if possible.
*Dr. Sue E. Hoppe has had extensive experience in autism research. She is particularly interested in autism and technology interventions. She is currently an assistant professor in special education at Cameron University.