475 (CANCELLED) Autism and Aquatics: Best Practices and Strategies for Swimming Skills

Friday, March 16, 2012: 7:30 AM-8:30 AM
Sheraton Boston: Pool
AAPAR/Council for Aquatic Professionals
Speakers: Ilker Yilmaz1; Mehmet Yanardag1; and Ferman Konukman2, (1)Anadolu University, Eskisehir, Turkey, (2)State University of New York College at Brockport, Brockport, NY
The purpose of this presentation is to provide best practice and strategies for teaching aquatic swimming skills for children with autism. In addition, participants will practice behavioral strategies and teaching tips for teaching aquatic skills for children with autism in the pool.