DADD 2026 Conference Encore Live Webinar Series

27th International Conference on Autism, Intellectual Disability & Developmental Disabilities Banner

Bring the conference to your screen. At DADD, we believe educational research should be accessible to all! The Encore Series delivers highlights from our 2026 conference directly to you. Whether you are a teacher, administrator, or advocate, join us to gain expert insights and practical strategies for supporting students with autism and developmental disabilities.

Event Highlights

Expert Access: Live presentations followed by interactive Q&A.
Affordable Growth: Just $30* for the entire 10-session series
Flexible Learning: Join from anywhere in the world.

Spring 2026 Schedule: Wednesdays from April 15 – June 17

Hawaii (HST): 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
Alaska (AKDT): 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Pacific (PDT) / Arizona (MST): 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Mountain (MDT): 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Central (CDT): 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Eastern (EDT): 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Greenwich Mean Time (GMT/UTC): 11:00 PM – 12:30 AM (+1 Day)

Presentation Block

April 15	Using Inclusive Practices to Implement Specially Designed Instruction with Dr. Karen Douglas
April 22	The Impact of Sleep Disturbance in Autism: A Parent's Perspective with Dr. Patricia Korzekwa Hampshire
April 29	Implementing Best Practices in Secondary Transition for Students with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities with Janet Barakat
May 6	Systematic Review of Phonics Interventions Targeting Word Reading for Individuals with IDD & Complex Communication Needs with Hannah Kovacich
May 13	ADAPT: Transforming IDEA Data into Accessible Insights with Fred Edora & Johan Rempel
May 20	Bridging Research and Practice in Early Numeracy for Students with Intellectual Disabilities and Autism with Megyn Martin
May 27	Supporting Practitioners in Integrating Evidence-Based Practices into Linguistically and Culturally Responsive Curriculum with Mariah Chavez & Gloria Sevilla
June 3	Evaluating the Effects of a Social Studies Curriculum for Elementary Students with ESN with Dr. Leah Wood & Dr. Caroline Fitchett
June 10	Parent Voices on Autism-Specific Classrooms: Rethinking Inclusion Through Lived Experiences with Dr. Juliet Hart Barnett, Dr. Erin Rotheram-Fuller, & Dr. Jesse Fleming
June 17	Purposeful Planning: Empowering Teachers to Build Inclusive, Standards-Aligned Units for Learners with Extensive Support Needs with Dr. Sara Snyder & Dr. Rachel Cagliani

Registration & Access

To join us for this professional development series, use the link below to submit your payment.

Link to Pay $30 Registration Fee

Note: Once your payment is processed, you will receive a link to the registration form to select your sessions and final instructions on accessing the live presentations.

*Important Information for Members & 2026 Conference Attendees

DADD Members & 2026 Conference Attendees: This series is FREE as part of your membership or conference registration.
How to Access: Please check your inbox for a dedicated email containing your registration and access instructions.
Questions? If you have not received your link or have additional questions, please contact us at conferenceinfo@daddcec.com.