Events in July 2020
- Preparing for the Unexpected: Helping Vulnerable Children in Disasters
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Preparing for the Unexpected: Helping Vulnerable Children in DisastersThe 21st Century has seen significant increases in the type and frequency of events that impact our health and welfare. These range from public health emergencies like Ebola and measles to acts of violence like terrorism and school shootings to ever-increasing climate related disasters such as hurricanes and wildfires. Children, especially those with special health care needs and disabilities, are among the most vulnerable people in these events. This talk will describe some of these threats with an emphasis on their impact on children and strategies to improve preparedness, response, and recovery for the whole community.
Instructional Level: IntermediateContact Name : Kennedy Krieger Institute
Contact Email : Training.MCDD@KennedyKrieger.org,
- On the Road With MCDD: Join Us for a Virtual Tour of the Maryland Technology Assistance Program (MD TAP) Library
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On the Road With MCDD: Join Us for a Virtual Tour of the Maryland Technology Assistance Program (MD TAP) LibraryTechnologies play an essential role in our everyday life, and for individuals with disabilities, they help increase their independence and capacity to engage fully in daily activities, and in academic and vocational programs. With technological advances, many assistive technology (AT) devices and services are now available to assist individuals with disabilities in overcoming the challenges that largely result from difficulties in acquiring the requisite skills needed to perform a particular task. This tour of the Maryland Technology Assistance Program Library will offer participants the opportunity to see and learn about some of the newest AT on the market, and how AT can best help them, their friends and families, and individuals with disabilities remove barriers associated with task performance. Participants will also learn about AT services, financial loan programs and the loan application process, and how to advocate for AT use at home, school and agencies, and in the community.
Contact Name : Kennedy Krieger Institute
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- Applied Behavior Analysis in the Classroom: An Introduction for Interdisciplinary Staff Members
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Applied Behavior Analysis in the Classroom: An Introduction for Interdisciplinary Staff MembersThis one-day workshop provides participants with an introductory overview of the basic theory of applied behavior analysis (ABA) as it pertains to teaching new behavior and reducing problem behavior for children with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). This training is for people who are or will be working with children with disabilities, but who do not have a strong behavioral background and wish to learn more about the theoretical foundations of ABA.
Contact Name : Kennedy Krieger Institute
Contact Email : emetelski@pathfindersforautism.org
- Coping with COVID via the Arts
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Coping with COVID via the ArtsThe Autism Society of America launched a Facebook Live series dedicated to providing relevant, COVID-19 information for the autism community. The weekly broadcast will feature an expert discussing specific topics like mental health, federal emergency funding, and continuing education at home.
Additionally, we have partnered with myHana, an organization provided educational programming support for caretakers, to co-host a second Facebook Live series. Experts will be discussing ongoing challenges for caretakers during the COVID-19 crisis.
Tune in to our weekly episodes, with two chances to engage with experts, or watch at your convenience by accessing past episodes below.
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Parent Workshop: Being the Best Advocate for Your Child at School and in the Community–
Parent Workshop: Being the Best Advocate for Your Child at School and in the CommunityParents and families play an important role in how well children do in school and in the community. They are the first agents for identifying children’s strengths and challenges, opening doors to support and services and ensuring that those doors remain open to meet their children’s needs.
Contact Name : Kennedy Krieger Institute
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