SOCIAL - NCBC Conference (The Next Chapter Book Club and Beyond)
Project Description:
Friday, October 18 & Saturday, October 19, 2013
Chicago, IL, Hyatt Regency Chicago
The Next Chapter Book Club and Beyond is the first-ever conference on literacy for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The purpose of this conference is to share insights, experiences, and strategies on literacy and lifelong learning for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).
Conference Features
Exploration of new approaches to enhance adult literacy and learning
Challenging the status quo regarding how adults with IDD can engage in their communities and pursue meaningful learning activities
A series of brief, engaging, and dynamic presentations
Opportunities to exchange and discuss ideas
Pre-conference training for those interested in establishing an NCBC program
Sample Topics
Developing language and conversation skills
Making the most of diversity within book clubs
Using social media and other technology to expand literacy skills
Promoting self-expression through creative writing
Putting self-determination into practice
Presenters
Featured speaker Ms. Cathy Ficker Terrill
NCBC members, facilitators, and affiliates/coordinators
Family members and support persons
Researchers, educators, and professionals
Keyword(s):
literacy, learning, NCBC,
Core Function(s):
Training Trainees, Developing & Disseminating Information, Continuing Education/Community Training
Area of Emphasis
Education & Early Intervention, Recreation-Related Activities, Quality of Life
Target Audience:
Students/Trainees (long or intermediate trainees), Community Trainees / Short term trainees, Professionals and Para-Professionals, Family Members/Caregivers, Adults with Disabilities, General Public
Unserved or Under-served Populations:
Racial or Ethnic Minorities, Disadvantaged Circumstances, Geographic Areas, Rural/Remote, Urban
Primary Target Audience Geographic Descriptor:
International
COVID-19 Related Data:
N/A
