In April/May 2023, a team from Western Oregon University (WOU) attended the …
In April/May 2023, a team from Western Oregon University (WOU) attended the Strategic Digital Accessibility Training sponsored by Open Oregon Educational Resources and WebAIM. The team worked and met asynchronously between meetings to complete homework assignments and to discuss the intricacies of creating a digital accessibility plan specific for WOU. One major takeaway from WebAIM’s training was that the foundation for a digital accessibility plan is a digital accessibility policy. The creation of a digital accessibility policy was added to the university’s Equity Action Plan.
India was not a World Leader in education because there were standardised …
India was not a World Leader in education because there were standardised and policy-bound selection criteria in that age. We had teachers who actually wanted to teach and they were allowed to make an impact in the lives of the disciples. Now, teachers are hired and there are more employed-individuals than teachers.
The age-old discussions and international summits have not resulted in any remedy for the dying educational institutions in India. In most parts of the New India landscape, we see a dearth of actual teachers. When I make this strong distinction between the in-job individuals and teachers, I really mean to create a case to debate further. Argue in favour of rationality and the pertinent need of education.
Who is a Teacher? The one who earns a bundle of degrees and then qualifies some particular tests and presents the candidature in a selection interview. Acknowledging that the eligibility to apply, qualifying the tests and interviews does ensure the selection. Hence the thus selected teacher must be able to deliver well, must be able to lead the students to a new dawn in their life as ‘he himself or she herself’ has been free from academic and life vices and is capable of imparting skills as well as values. All said and heard. What is the condition of the world around us now?
All comprehensive school counseling programs include Tier 1 supports - provided within …
All comprehensive school counseling programs include Tier 1 supports - provided within the larger context of a schoolwide MTSS - to promote students' academic, social/emotional, and college/career development. Join us to explore what Tier 1 truly means for CSCPs and learn how to assess your site’s school counseling Tier 1 implementation.Learning Objectives:(1) Explore ways to thoughtfully consider how to deliver Tier 1 school counseling supports that ensure ALL students gain the attitudes, knowledge, and skills they need to be successful(2) Learn strategies to assess our current level of implementation and make plans for strengthening the Tier 1 school counseling program, in partnership with administrators.
Sarah Statham, MEd Transition Network Facilitator (TNF) Multnomah, Washington, Columbia & Clatsop counties …
Sarah Statham, MEd Transition Network Facilitator (TNF) Multnomah, Washington, Columbia & Clatsop counties | Lon Thornberg, MEd Transition Network Facilitator (TNF) Eastern Oregon with InterMountain ESD |The Transition IEP contains post-secondary goals in education, training, employment, and independent living. This session will share universal tech tools for transition that support and accommodate transition age students on the journey to reaching their post-secondary goals. This session will also highlight collaborative and coordinated relationships between students, educators, specialist’s and outside agencies that can be enhanced by the understanding of student’s use and past history with AEM & AT. Use of tools and AEM strategies to access transition activities and resources will be shared.
AEM for Inclusion session #2 with Jennifer SouthSession Description: This AEM session will …
AEM for Inclusion session #2 with Jennifer SouthSession Description: This AEM session will review the meaning of accessibility, and look at why standard formats can create barriers for certain learners. In contrast, we will outline and explore the basic accessible formats. Ideally, educators would provide materials that their students can access, but when that doesn’t happen, learners need a solution. Additionally, some accessible formats may require the use of an assistive technology tool to allow the student to fully interact with the materials being presented. This session will focus on free or low-cost accessible technology tools available on a variety of devices and platforms. Having the right tool for the task can mean the difference in a student’s meaningful and successful participation in their education!
AEM Across the Lifespan session #6 | Gayl Bowser, M.Ed.Independent Consultant | Session Description: When …
AEM Across the Lifespan session #6 | Gayl Bowser, M.Ed.Independent Consultant | Session Description: When students with disabilities are provided with print based educational materials in accessible formats, their ability to succeed in inclusive educational settings increases significantly. One-to-one technology options for students have resulted in environments where most of the needed resources to provide AEM are available. Yet without administrative support and agency guidelines, it is unlikely that Oregon’s classrooms will be able to provide the accessible learning environments that are mandated by federal and state laws. This presentation will discuss specific roles and actions that school administrators can take to ensure accessible learning environments for students who need accessible educational materials.
Rebecca Arce, Inclusion and Equity Specialist | HECC-Higher Ed Coordinating Commission | Felicia Arce, Disabilities …
Rebecca Arce, Inclusion and Equity Specialist | HECC-Higher Ed Coordinating Commission | Felicia Arce, Disabilities Coordinator | Disability Resource Center (DRC) | Clackamas Community College
AEM Across the Lifespan session #3Michelle Soriano, M.Ed. | Technical Assistance Specialist | National …
AEM Across the Lifespan session #3Michelle Soriano, M.Ed. | Technical Assistance Specialist | National Center on Accessible Educational MaterialsKelli Suding, M.Ed. | Technical Assistance Specialist | National Center on Accessible Educational MaterialsSession Description: Are you looking for a systematic way to ensure that all students have access to high-quality accessible educational materials (AEM) that meet their individual needs? Do you want to learn how to apply the four-step AEM decision-making process from the National AEM Center in your state or district? If so, join us for this interactive session where we will share practical tools and strategies to help you make effective AEM decisions.By the end of this session, you will have a clear understanding of the four-step AEM decision-making process and how to use it to improve outcomes for students with disabilities.Learning Objectives:- Identify the need for AEM and related services- Select and acquire appropriate AEM and related services- Understand how AEM and AT work together- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of AEM and related services
One of the highest impact strategies for aligning to 5030 and the …
One of the highest impact strategies for aligning to 5030 and the ASCA National Model is partnering with administrators around CSCP staff’s use of time. Join us for expert tips, tools, and recommendations for time analysis and planning through an equity lens.
Georgeann HartyLow Incidence Disabilities SpecialistOregon Department of EducationOffice of Enhancing Student Opportunities …
Georgeann HartyLow Incidence Disabilities SpecialistOregon Department of EducationOffice of Enhancing Student Opportunities | Debra FitzgibbonsCoordinator, Oregon Technology Access Programand Regional and Statewide Services for Students with Orthopedic ImpairmentDouglas ESD | Session Description: This introductory AEM session builds a foundation for understanding the meaning of Accessible Educational Materials and how they support inclusion of all learners, across the lifespan.Timely provision of AEM, Accessible Educational Materials ensures learners with disabilities can get the same information, engage in meaningful participation, and enjoy the same services as non-disabled students, with the same ease of use. This session will establish common vocabulary, discuss the POUR Principles and reference relevant state and national legislation that pertains to AEM.It is never too early to help learners explore and discover what works for them. They will grow to advocate for these tools that lead to independence. When we make these choices available to all learners, no one stands out. Intentional planning, conversations and collaborations ensure we ask ourselves “Who am I leaving out?”
The only way to do great work is to love what you …
The only way to do great work is to love what you do. If you haven’t found it yet, keep looking. Don’t settle. –Steve Jobs, cofounder and CEO of AppleLEARNING OBJECTIVESBy the end of this section, you will be able to:Differentiate between “job” and “career”Explain the five-step process for choosing a careerIdentify the relationship between college majors and career paths (both why they matter and why they don’t)Describe the stages of career development and identify the stage you’re currently inIdentify sources for developing professional networksDefine the purpose and contents of an effective résumé and cover letterDescribe effective strategies to prepare for an interview
The cost of college should never discourage anyone from going after a …
The cost of college should never discourage anyone from going after a valuable degree. –Arne Duncan, former United States Secretary of EducationLEARNING OBJECTIVESBy the end of this section, you will be able to:Establish financial goalsIdentify strategies for creating and maintaining a budgetDescribe available options for paying for collegeDescribe the benefits and risks of creditDevelop financial literacy skills to prepare for your financial future
LEARNING OBJECTIVESBy the end of this chapter, you will be able to:Compare …
LEARNING OBJECTIVESBy the end of this chapter, you will be able to:Compare and contrast a Growth Mindset vs. a Fixed Mindset.Understand the concept of GRIT and how to apply it to your college success.
LEARNING OBJECTIVESBy the end of this chapter, you will be able to:Understand …
LEARNING OBJECTIVESBy the end of this chapter, you will be able to:Understand the relationship between goals and time management.Consider how your priorities impact your time.Identify your time management personality.Assess your current use of time.Understand the basic principles of time management and planning.Use a calendar planner and daily to-do list to plan ahead for study tasks and manage your time effectively.Explore time management tips and strategies.Identify procrastination behaviors and strategies to avoid them.
LEARNING OBJECTIVESBy the end of this chapter, you will be able to:Describe …
LEARNING OBJECTIVESBy the end of this chapter, you will be able to:Describe metacognition and how it applies to your learning. Identify the stages of the learning process.Explain why regular class attendance class is important.Understand the stages of the listening process.Identify effective listening strategies.Identify effective participation strategies.Identify strategies for obtaining content from a class you missed.
LEARNING OBJECTIVESBy the end of this chapter, you will be able to:Understand …
LEARNING OBJECTIVESBy the end of this chapter, you will be able to:Understand the role of tests in the Learning Cycle.Define test anxiety, identify sources of test anxiety and techniques for preventing and controlling it.Identify long-term study strategies.Become familiar with different types of tests and test formats.Implement specific test strategies for before, during and after a test.Identify strategies for answering typical kinds of test questions (multiple choice, true/false, matching, short answer and essay).Understand the importance of academic integrity and the consequences of dishonesty.Effectively evaluate your test results and correct your mistakes.Use your test results as a study guide.
Being in control of your life and having realistic expectations about your …
Being in control of your life and having realistic expectations about your day-to-day challenges are the keys to stress management, which is perhaps the most important ingredient to living a happy, healthy and rewarding life. —Marilu Henner, actressLEARNING OBJECTIVESBy the end of this section, you will be able to:Explore practices for ensuring mental health and emotional balance in your lifeIdentify sources, symptoms, and strategies for managing stressIdentify techniques for developing and maintaining healthy eating habitsDescribe the major risks of an unhealthy diet and the benefits of healthy eatingIdentify the benefits of regular exercise, for both body and brainIdentify the benefits of sleep for physical and mental healthExplain what substance use and abuse is and identify the warning signs that help may be neededIdentify where to go for help regarding: sexually healthy behaviors, including protecting against unwanted pregnancy and sexually transmitted disease, and sexual assaultDefine and practice safety consciousness
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