On this page you will find helpful resources aligned with the mission of NANSI

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National Implementation Research Network (NIRN)

Information, free modules and resources on leading organizational change via a framework of implementation science can be found at this site:  nirn.fpg.unc.edu/

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State Implementation and Scaling-up of Evidence-based Practices (SISEP)

SISEP supports implementation of instructional and leadership practices that lead to improved outcomes for students with disabilities: sisep.fpg.unc.edu/ 

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Council for Exceptional Children: Division on Autism and Developmental Disabilities (DADD)

DADD is an organization composed to people committed to enhancing the quality of life of children, youth, and adults with autism, intellectual disability, and/or other developmental disabilities: www.daddcec.com/ 

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The National Professional Development Center on Autism Spectrum Disorder (NPDC on ASD)


The NPDC developed free professional resources for teachers, therapists, and technical assistance providers who work with individuals with ASD. Resources include detailed information on how to plan, implement, and monitor specific evidence-based practices: autismpdc.fpg.unc.edu/national-professional-development-center-autism-spectrum-disorder 

The National Clearinghouse on Autism Evidence & Practice (NCAEP)

NCAEP is a continuation of the evidence review that was completed by the National Professional Development Center on Autism Spectrum Disorders (NPDC) which included research published through 2011: ncaep.fpg.unc.edu/

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Autism Focused Intervention Resources & Modules (AFIRM)

AFIRM is an extension of the National Professional Development Center (NPDC) on Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). This website provides access to free online modules and resources for evidence-based practices identified by the National Clearinghouse on Autism  Evidence & Practice on ASD (NCAEP): afirm.fpg.unc.edu/afirm-modules 

CDC's Free Milestone Tracker

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) offers free materials to track the development of children ages birth to 5 years in areas such as learning, playing, speaking, behavior and motor skills.  Check out their Learn the Signs, Act Early page for more information.

Pennington 2022.pdf

Publication: Teaching Exceptional Children

Check out the column titled "Applied Behavior Analysis".  Access the pop out file for the latest content.



May Institute, Shaping Futures, Changing Lives

The National Autism Center 

at May Institute 

"The National Autism Center at May Institute is dedicated to serving children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) by providing reliable information, promoting best practices, and offering comprehensive resources for families, practitioners, and communities."

www.mayinstitute.org/national-autism-center/index.html