Global Understanding of
Autism
Lisa R. Audet, Ph.D., CCC-SLP
Curitiba, Parana Brazil
Purpose
 To increase our knowledge of how Autism is
perceived, assessed and treated in the US and
abroad.
 To increase our cultural competence and ability to
communicate with people from other countries and
cultures.
 To enhance our growth and development as
Globally Minded Citizens.
Curitiba: June 4-19, 2016
Meet Parents of Children
with Autism
Leaders in Cranial Facial
Work
Lectures On Brazilian
Intervention
Learn About Cultural
Perspectives
Attend International
Lectures
Meet Professors from Other Countries:
Universidada Tuiuti of Parana
Have Fun: Iguassu Foz
nd
2
Largest Waterfall
Expectations
 Students will travel as a group to and from Brazil.
 While in Brazil, students are expected to attend all
classes and technical visits.
 Students will participate in sightseeing with the
class.
 Students are expected to conduct themselves
respectfully and graciously throughout the travel.
Course requirements
 Completion of all readings;
 Attendance at all lectures and technical sessions, including an
orientation and debriefing session at KSU prior to and following
the trip;
 Active participation in small and large group discussions;
 Reading of 5 assigned chapters or journal articles;
 Completion of 5 reflection papers/journal entries;

Completion of a multimedia presentation (supported by
scholarly research) regarding a particular aspect of ASD
preapproved by the instructor which will be shared with the host
university and posted on an EHHS or Office of Global Education
office website.
Isle do Mel
Island of Honey!
Fun Hotels
The Application Process
 Registering for Course
 Applying for Study Abroad:
http://educationabroad.kent.edu/?go=AutismBraz
il
To Do List: Passport, Visa, Insurance etc
 Shots are not required.
 Discuss with your doctor
Calendar

Apply for the study abroad: Dec, 2015

Register for the course: March 1, 2015

Obtain a Passport NOW!

Other items as outlined by Rose

Attend Orientation meeting in Center for Performing
Arts Speech & Hearing Clinic> Date to be determined

Attend Debriefing meeting in Center for Performing Arts
Speech & Hearing Clinic. Date to be determined.
Costs
 Approximately $3000 depending on number of
participants.
 Fee covers all group transportation (plane, bus, boat),
hotel, some meals, entrance to most tourist events.
 When submitting application bring $700 deposit to Rose
Onders
 Payments expected in Jan, Feb, March and April
 Cost of Living in Brazil is very low (last year 1:3 ratio)
 Spending money: $30-$50 per day estimate
Contacts
 Dr. Lisa Audet (laudet@kent.edu)
 Ms. Rose Onders (ronders@kent.edu)
See you there!
Train to Morretes