CONFERENCES AND WEBINARS
01/10/2012
Advancing Equity and Excellence through Universal Design for Learning
fromhttp://aucd.adobeconnect.com/e2vw9vmp9r2/event/registration.htmlUniversal Course Design is a professional development concept that strives to make learning accessible to all students, no matter their individual backgrounds. The webinar provided advanced strategies employed by UCD with a focus on the four key principles: curriculum, instruction, assessment and environment.
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12/10/2011
Arab American Communities and Disabilities: Getting to Know You, Getting to Know Us
The Elizabeth M. Boggs Center on Developmental Disabilities, working in collaboration with its NJ ADD partners, Disability Rights New Jersey and the New Jersey Council on Developmental Disabilities, other statewide disability organizations, including NJ Division of Developmental Disabilities, the NJ Division of Disability Services, and the Statewide Parent Advocacy Network, is sponsoring the Arab American Communities and Disabilities Conference on December 10, 2011.
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10/31/2011
The New Federal IDEA Part C Regulations: Selected Review of Major Policy Changes
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10/13/2011
State of the States, State of the Nation: 2011
fromhttp://www.colemaninstitute.org/conferences.phpThis conference is about cognitive disability and technology in challenging economic environments. Theme: economic perspectives on disability as they relate to federal funding, the state budgets, the impacts on people with cognitive disabilities, and the role technology can play.
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09/19/2011
Dentistry and Individuals with Special Health Care Needs
This presentation provided an overview of dental care for individuals with special health care needs (pediatric to adult). The presentation included information about unique aspects of providing dental care to individuals with special health care needs, barriers to access to care, the dental home model, as well as a presentation on dental training resources/modules. This presentation included an overview of the National Maternal and Child Oral Health Resource Center.
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09/18/2011
The Second International Research Conference on Community Inclusion of Individuals with Psychiatric Disabilities
fromhttps://wyaworks.com/realtimeapps_production/runApp?runApp=TRUE&appSeqID=320&teamSeqID=222&login=trueThis conference is for persons in recovery, researchers, administrators, policymakers, funders, providers, family members, students, advocates and others who are interested in cutting edge research and innovative practices that promote community integration and broaden community participation. Register early to assure your participation. There are a limited number of slots available.
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06/15/2011
Great Plains Young Professionals Summit June 15-17
fromhttp://www.gpypsummit.com/The goal of the summit is to help young professionals enhance their professional skill set, instill community engagement and diversify their networks. The key demographic of the conference is young professionals between the ages of 21-40. However, the conference is open to anyone over the age of 21.
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05/04/2011
Natural Support Strategies and Assistive Technology Solutions in the Workplace
fromhttp://www.iod.unh.edu/events.html#at7This workshop will demonstrate the top 10 iPad applications that support reading, writing, and communication; the Livescribe Pen; and software that makes reading and writing easier for all. In addition, an assortment of 25 other devices, tips, and tricks will also be shared.
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04/29/2011
Trainee Webinar: Finding and Securing a Job or Fellowship
Trainees throughout the AUCD network will be graduating in a few weeks. As graduation nears, many trainees have begun to seek employment or fellowship opportunities. This webinar will provide trainees with information about finding and securing a job or fellowship. The speakers will discuss how to find job opportunities within the AUCD network, the importance of networking and staying connected with AUCD, the value of being a LEND or UCEDD trainee, how fellowships can enhance your career potential, and how to find fellowships.
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04/13/2011
Application of Social Media and Web Collaboration
fromhttp://webcast.hrsa.gov/postevents/archivedWebcastDetail.asp?aeid=555Learn about the potential applications of social media within the MCH community. An overview of online collaborative work and meeting space applications will be provided for fostering effective partnership with your colleagues at a distance. This presentation will enable you to better communicate and connect with your partners, stakeholders and community.
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04/07/2011
Universally Designed Technology to Support Reading, Writing, and Communication in the General Education Classroom
fromhttp://www.iod.unh.edu/events.html#at6This workshop will demonstrate the top 10 iPad applications that support reading, writing, and communication; the Livescribe Pen; and software that makes reading and writing easier for all. In addition, an assortment of 25 other devices, tips, and tricks will also be shared.
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03/09/2011
Beyond Duct Tape and Velcro? 101 AT Solutions YOU Can Make Using Everyday Materials
fromhttp://www.iod.unh.edu/events.html#at5This hands-on workshop uses 42 different tools and materials for fabricating hundreds of AT solutions in minutes without the use of electricity. Each participant will use a "MacGyver AT Kit" of assorted tools and materials and will fabricate five assistive technology solutions. In addition, each participant will receive a switch-making kit, a "Mini MacGyver AT Tape Kit"containing 10 specialty tapes, an AT transformer kit that includes 14 PVC pieces for fabricating 15 different AT solutions, and a copy of the book Assistive Technology Solutions in Minutes containing over 600 examples.
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02/14/2011
2011 Disability Policy Seminar
fromhttp://www.disabilitypolicyseminar.org/AUCD members joined with hundreds of disability advocates from around the country to discuss a wide range of public policy issues affecting people with disabilities and their families. View fact sheets and photos from the event.
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02/02/2011
Assistive Technology and Transition
fromhttp://www.iod.unh.edu/events.html#at4This hands-on, interactive workshop will provide examples of how assistive technology can be used to assist students transitioning from school to work, to post-secondary education, or to community living. Examples will include devices to increase independence and productivity, and effective use of electronic memory and prompting devices. Assistive technology transition planning tools will also be shared.
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01/10/2011
Creating Interactive Computer Activities with Boardmaker Plus! v.6
fromhttp://www.iod.unh.edu/events.html#at3Turn your students' day into one of engagement and interaction, all within an accessible environment supporting communication. Participants who are new to Boardmaker Plus! v.6 or have upgraded from Boardmaker 5 will learn the basics of how to: create customized boards for print and interactive boards with sounds, prompts, and feedback; capture student responses in a report; search, download, and import free online activities that you can modify with your own content; create interactive books and writing activities; and much more! A CD of sample activities and handouts will be provided.
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