Welcome to the Autism in Black Podcast, hosted by Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC. Today, we're excited to welcome Dr. Emajonite Etienne, an expert in curriculum and teaching with a Master’s in Special Education, who has dedicated her career to enhancing autism education through evidence-based practices.

In This Episode:

Dr. Emajonite Etienne discusses her research and findings on the most effective evidence-based practices for students with autism. This episode is designed to enlighten educators, parents, and practitioners on how to practically apply these EBPs in real-world settings, enhancing the learning and development of children with autism.

Listeners will learn about:

• Overview of Evidence-Based Practices: What are they and why are they crucial for supporting children with autism?
• Research Insights: Dr. Etienne’s findings from her extensive research on EBPs and their impact on autism education.
• Applying EBPs to Real Cases: Practical tips on how to implement these strategies effectively with real case examples.

Connect with Dr. Emajonite Etienne:

• Website: Etienne Enrichment
• Instagram: @etienne_enrichment

About Dr. Emajonite Etienne: Dr. Etienne is a professor and early intervention practitioner with extensive experience working with children with ASD. A proud Haitian-American, fluent in Haitian-Creole, she actively brings awareness about autism to the communities she serves. Dr. Etienne has recently defended her doctoral dissertation focusing on teacher perceptions of the use of evidence-based practices for students with autism.

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