UCEDD
02/27/2013
2013 State of the States in Developmental Disabilities
fromhttp://aaidd.org/content_10241.cfmThe State of the States in Developmental Disabilities is a comparative nationwide longitudinal study of public financial commitments and programmatic trends in services and supports for people with IDD which is funded by the Administration on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. This webinar will share highlights of the 2013 monograph, due out this Spring, as well as demonstrate how the interactive website can be used to develop tailored charts and graphs for use in state or regional advocacy efforts.
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02/28/2013
Flipping the Classroom
fromhttps://tamucehd.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_b8zpChBZCo7XfWRDuring this AUCD-NCEDC webinar, Patricia S. Lynch, PhD, will present an overview of what 'flipping a classroom' is and how it has worked for her. Dr. Lynch will show her current classroom structure and discuss how the students perform using the flipped structure. Dr. Lynch will also discuss how 'flipping' might be applicable to community education and beyond.
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03/11/2013
Event Materials Now Available: 2013 AUCD UCEDD Directors Meeting and AIDD TA Institute
These meetings provide an opportunity for UCEDD leaders to network, meet with their federal project officers, and learn of new initiatives, national trends, and other information vital to the administration of the UCEDD programs.
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03/18/2013
Disability Policy Seminar Orientation For Students, Trainees, and Early Career Professionals
This webinar offered students, trainees and early career professionals an orientation to the policy issues and current legislation one can expect to learn more about at the 2013 Disability Policy Seminar. In addition, attendees learned the basics of how to meet with Congressional representatives and deliver a unified message about federally funded programs that benefit people with disabilities.
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03/19/2013
Revising the ICD Definition of Intellectual Disability: Implications and Recommendations
fromhttps://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/187978546The 11th iteration of the ICD is under development; AUCD and AAIDD have both been part of the WHO process for stakeholder input on the condition previously known as "mental retardation." Join us to hear more about this process.
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04/12/2013
Promoting Self-Determined Futures: TASH Regional Conference
fromhttp://tash.org/conferences-events/promoting-self-determined-futures/Promoting Self-Determined Futures is a special regional conference from TASH focused solely on the successful transition from school to adult life for youth with significant disabilities. This conference will promote evidence-based practices in facilitating and supporting self-direction as a tool for improved youth transition.
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04/15/2013
2013 Disability Policy Seminar
fromhttp://www.thearc.org/page.aspx?pid=2173The 2013 Disability Policy Seminar is the biggest and best opportunity for advocates to advance the grassroots movement for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This unique platform offers you the opportunity to come together with other advocates, learn about the issues, and speak with your elected officials about what is important to you.
Hosted by: The Arc, UCP, AUCD, AAIDD, NACDD, and SABE
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04/25/2013
Health Disparities Research at the Intersection of Race, Ethnicity, and Disability: A National Conference
fromhttp://www.ohsu.edu/xd/research/centers-institutes/institute-on-development-and-disability/public-health-programs/project-intersect/index.cfm
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04/27/2013
29th Pacific Rim International Forum on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities
fromhttp://www.pacrim.hawaii.edu/
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04/29/2013
29th Pacific Rim International Conference on Disability and Diversity
fromhttp://www.pacrim.hawaii.edu/The theme for the 29th Pacific Rim International Conference on Disability and Diversity-Being in Community-embraces the ideals of all people living together harmoniously and happily in a barrier-free world without fear of exclusion from social, economic or political life.
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05/21/2013
WebAIM Training
fromhttp://webaim.org/training/Join WebAIM's accessibility experts for two days of hands-on web accessibility training. This training session will teach everything from basic web accessibility principles to advanced accessibility techniques. Learn what you need to know to ensure that your web site meets legal guidelines and international standards. Participants should have a basic understanding of the fundamentals of HTML and web development techniques. No prior web accessibility knowledge is required. The training is geared primarily for web developers, however web administrators, content providers, and instructors will also benefit.
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05/22/2013
Using Smart Technology and the Cloud to Make Telehealth Accessible for People with I/DD; a HealthMeet Webinar
fromhttp://www.thearc.org/healthmeet-events?cid=13&ceid=62&cerid=0&cdt=5%2f22%2f2013Smart technology is changing the way we live our daily lives. In this presentation, David O'Hara will describe specific pilot projects that use smart technologies and cloud-based applications to support more effective preventive health care for people with I/DD using a range of telehealth strategies. Join us to learn more about how effective use of these interactive applications can be a key strategy to help reduce the burden of chronic health issues among people with I/DD.
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05/29/2013
The President's Committee for People with Intellectual Disabilities Report and Recommendations for Managed Long-Term Services and Supports; A HealthMeet Webinar
fromhttp://www.thearc.org/healthmeet-events?cid=13&ceid=67&cerid=0&cdt=5%2f29%2f2013Across the country, states are transforming the way they finance and deliver Medicaid long-term services and supports for individuals with disabilities. This webinar provided an overview of Managed Long-Term Services and Supports (MLTSS), explained key issues for individuals with ID/DD, and highlighted recommendations contained in the report.
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06/03/2013
AAIDD 137th Annual Meeting: Race to Catch the Future
fromhttp://aaidd.org/content_3018.cfm?navID=326This Conference will provide researchers, clinicians, practitioners, educators, policymakers, local, state and federal agencies, and advocates with cutting edge research, effective practices, and valuable information on important policy initiatives. The conference will have thought-provoking plenary sessions concerning emerging issues in the field of intellectual and developmental disabilities and ways in which professionals can prepare themselves and their organizations to thrive in a field that is in transition.
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06/06/2013
National Sibling Leadership Network Conference
Join us for an opportunity to connect with other siblings and people who care about siblings. This is your chance to hear from national experts on the latest in sibling support and research as well as learn about advocacy efforts. You will have an opportunity to learn about resources, share stories, network and gain insight on sibling experiences.
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