Webinar Library

AUCD Webinar Library

Webinars are a great way to gain information. They offer timely information from experts and have the flexibility of being viewed at your convenience without the expense of travel. AUCD's new Webinar Library puts all AUCD-hosted webinars at your fingertips – when you want them. In this library you'll find only webinars which have been hosted by AUCD, and a convenient search function makes it easy to find the specific webinar(s) of interest.

If you have questions, comments or problems with any of the webinars in the webinar library please contact [email protected]. We always appreciate getting feedback.

Most Recent Webinars

	April 16, 2024 AIR-P Presents: Introduction to Plain Language Writing for Academics and Researchers Details Summary: This webinar, offered by the Autistic Self Advocacy Network in partnership with the Autism Intervention Research Network on Physical Health (AIR-P), will provide an overview of plain language writing for people who may be more used to writing in academic language. Attendees will learn the principles of plain language writing and have a chance to put them into practice with interactive exercises. There will also be time for questions and answers. View event page
	March 26, 2024 2024 Disability Policy Seminar Orientation and Policy Education 101 Workshop Details Summary: This workshop will help prepare trainees for the 2024 Disability Policy Seminar taking place from April 8-10, 2024, in Washington, DC, to learn how to educate policymakers in DC and at home, as well as how to connect their experience and expertise to policy. Download: 2024 DPS Webinar Slide deck.pdf (1,141KB) [download] View event page
	March 20, 2024 UCEDD Administrative Essentials Webinar: Organizational/Structural Models for UCEDDs Details Summary: The Winter 2024 installment of the Administrative Essentials Series will be an engaging Director-hosted roundtable with a focus on organizational and structural models for UCEDDs. Fellow UCEDD Directors will share insights into their organizational/structural models, staffing patterns, interaction and dynamics between their UCEDD and the LEND/IDDRC, and blending or braiding of funding. Together, we will explore creative strategies and promising practices across the UCEDD Network in this area. Download: MCDD Partner Organization Chart (436KB) [download] MCDD Fact Sheet (155KB) [download] MCDD Organizational Chart (70KB) [download] MCDD FY23 Annual Report (2,550KB) [download] Vanderbilt Kennedy Center UCEDD Flier (625KB) [download] Vanderbilt Kennedy Center Kindred Stories (1,659KB) [download] Vanderbilt Kennedy Center Overview (6,248KB) [download] View event page

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Now Archived: Rethinking Expulsion and Suspension Practices in Early Childhood Details Summary: This webinar will provide an overview of federal and select state data, policies and practices related to suspensions and expulsions of young children in early childhood education programs such as early learning centers, preschool programs and child care, and will provide policy and practice guidance to prevent expulsions from early childhood programs and to mitigate interactions related to behavior that might seem challenging. With federal and state policies under consideration and in current practice, states have a prime opportunity to respond to this significant issue, and this webinar will offer guidance for identifying key strategies in policy and practice that can make a difference. Download: Rethinking Expulsion and Suspension Practices in Early Childhood Presentation (1,987KB) [download] View event page	August 25, 2015
Community Conversation: Engaging Diverse Local Communities Details Summary: AUCD's Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint team hosts a community conversation for UCEDDs and LENDs to engage in open dialogue about the challenges they face in services, programs, and recruitment related to diversity and inclusion. This is an opportunity to also share strategies to better improve practices as well as the operational and infrastructure considerations to support those practices. This conversation on engaging diverse local communities will be facilitated by Christina Espinosa and Walt Bower, PhD, of the Human Development Institute at the University of Kentucky. Barbara Wheeler, PhD, will also bring her expertise to react and respond to the conversation and questions. Download: Engaging Diverse Local Communities Presentation (323KB) [download] View event page	August 25, 2015
Now Archived: HHS/ED Joint Policy Statement on Inclusion in Early Childhood Programs and the Role of UCEDDs Details Summary: The US Departments of Education and Health and Human Services will be issuing in June a joint policy statement on inclusion of children with disabilities, including developmental disabilities, in early childhood inclusion programs. The goal is to provide recommendations to states and communities to increase inclusion of children with disabilities in early childhood programs. Attend this webinar to learn more about the joint policy statement and to engage in a discussion of how the UCEDDs can strategically disseminate this policy statement to the field. View event page	May 26, 2015
Now Archived: Physical Activity is for Everybody Details Summary: A truly inclusive community is one in which health promotion activities are as accessible to people with disabilities as they are to people without disabilities. The outcome of inclusive physical activity communities is a society that respects and values the rights of all. Physical activity can provide individuals with disabilities the strength and stamina required to participate in all aspects of life actively and successfully = it also benefits all adults, whether or not they have a disability, by reducing their risk of serious chronic diseases, such as heart disease, stroke, diabetes and some cancers. Download: Presentation Slides (7,323KB) [download] View event page	May 18, 2015
Community Conversation: A time for open dialogue and learning about diversity and inclusion Details Summary: AUCD's Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint team hosts a community conversation for UCEDDs and LEND to engage in open dialogue about the challenges they face in services, programming, and recruitment in regards to diversity and inclusion. This is an opportunity to also share strategies to better improve practices, as well as the operational and infrastructure considerations to support those practices. This conversation will be facilitated by Anab A. Gulaid, Minnesota, Institute on Community Integration, Kelly Nye-Lengerman, Minnesota, Institute on Community Integration and Dana Yarbrough, Virginia, Partnership for People with Disabilities. Download: Webinar Presentation (378KB) [download] View event page	May 11, 2015
Now Archived: Genetic Disorders and Associated Behavioral Phenotypes Details Summary: In order to best support and serve persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities, we must be aware of potential genetic impacts on behavioral and psychiatric symptoms.This presentation will provide an overview of 8 of the most common genetic syndromes that lead to intellectual disability. Related behavioral phenotypes, medical conditions, and physical features will be described for each. Download: Genetics and Beh phenotypes KW 3-2015.pdf (842KB) [download] View event page	May 5, 2015
Now Archived - Trainee Webinar: Leadership After Graduation Details Presenters: Andy Imparato Laurel Geist Zipporah Levi-Shackleford Summary: We will explore how trainees alumni create meaningful change in their communities - from early career moves (finding a job) to goals and lifelong professional development. AUCD offers ongoing support to trainee alumni through activities and as a resource as trainees begin their careers through job postings and early career professional development. Learn strategies to continue your leadership once class is dismissed and your diploma is hanging up on the wall. Download: Leadership After Graduation Slides (1,449KB) [download] View event page	May 4, 2015
Now Archived: Autism Spectrum Disorder and Children's Mental Health Details Summary: The Autism SIG will host a webinar which focuses on autism and co-morbid mental health conditions in children. We will focus on the challenges families face in accessing comprehensive services, as well as community and school based interventions. Download: Autism Spectrum Disorder and Children's Mental Health Webinar Slides (2,906KB) [download] View event page	April 27, 2015
Act Early Network Virtual Networking Event Details Summary: Celebrate Autism Awareness Month with the Act Early Network and attend the Act Early Network Virtual Networking Event on Thursday, April 23 at 3pm-4pm ET to gain knowledge on effective program methods and strategies that improve early identification. View event page	April 23, 2015
Now Archived: ePortfolio Webinar Details Presenters: Paul Wasko Summary: The Alaska LEND is hosting a webinar on ePortfolios for use in LEND Programs. National ePortfolio expert, Paul Wasko, will present about ePortfolios and how they are being used, with some ideas for LEND programs. Download: ePortfolio Webinar Presentation Slides (2,319KB) [download] View event page	March 17, 2015