Webinars presented by the Council of Exceptional Children

Posted by Beth DuBose on Feb 16, 2009

The Council of Exceptional Children (CEC) has introduced the latest webinars in their Growing Knowledge Series. They are currently two webinars slated in February, four in March, two in August, and a three part series in October and November. Below you can view the content that is availabel in these webinars.

February 2009 

Planning For Classroom Implementation Of AT

Once the IEP team has determined the need for assistive technology (AT), it is their responsibility to ensure that it is implemented correctly. Learn practical ways to ensure that students with disabilities receive appropriate AT devices and/or services. Attendees will receive a copy of the Assistive Technology Planner.

Using Technology To Provide Access To The Gen Ed Curriculum

Discover technology-based practices for teaching history and enhancing literacy and written language in inclusive classrooms. National experts offer practical ideas on how to help students with disabilities access the general curriculum. Attendees will receive Technology and Media for Accessing the Curriculum—Instructional Support for Students with Disabilities .

March 2009

Defining Roles For The Interaction Of Co-taught Teams

The roles for two teachers in a classroom can be confusing if there is not clarity in purpose, practice, and outcomes. Clarifying the roles of the general and special educator in the inclusive classroom ensures success for all students and underscores the importance of the co-taught environment.

Mentoring Co-Teachers For Successful Inclusion

The importance of co-teaching and collaboration in inclusive classrooms has reached new heights in recent years. Learn how to work more effectively as a cohesive team providing appropriate instruction for your diverse group of learners.

Gifted Differentiated Instruction In The Inclusive Classroom

Meeting the needs of students with gifts and talents presents a challenge to busy teachers. Increase your knowledge of effective differentiation tools for high-ability learners. From instructional management suggestions to evidence-based teaching strategies you can use, this webinar will provide you with resources to recognize and meet the needs of students with gifts and talents in the inclusive classroom.

Develop Your Program Using The National Gifted Ed Standards

What are the national standards for preparation of teachers of the gifted? What is the implication of accreditation standards in teacher preparation programs for Pre K-12 teachers, schools, and districts? This online seminar will address these questions and target P-12 program leaders in gifted education who plan and implement professional development activities for teachers at all levels of schooling.

August 2009

PBS Through Staff Development And Coaching

This online seminar will describe a district-wide staff development and coaching model designed by the Orange County Public Schools Behavior Intervention Team. Learn how this model guides schools to develop, implement, and monitor appropriately matched, evidence-based, data-driven behavioral interventions.

Utilizing RTI For Academic And Behavior Support

This online seminar provides school-based personnel with an overview of utilizing Response to Intervention (RTI) for academic and behavior support. Presenters will highlight the essential components of design, implementation, data collection, data-based decision making, progress monitoring, and service delivery.

October 2009

Introduction To RTI

Learn how to use research-based intervention to effectively individualize instruction, monitor student progress, and implement strategies to meet students’ specific needs. Cara Shores, co-author of Response to Intervention: A Practical Guide for Every Teacher, offers an overview of key concepts and guidelines of RTI that benefit all students. General and special education teachers and administrators will find this seminar very useful.

Implementation Of RTI At The School Level

Explore the components of quality instruction at each tier of a three-tiered RTI pyramid, including general education classroom services, needs-based instructional services, and special education services. Additional topics include scheduling options, progress monitoring, interventions, data-based decision making, factors that impact sustainability of reform, and the impact of RTI on special education services.

November 2009

Considerations When Using RTI In Diverse Schools

While RTI is a promising model for changing how educators support learning for all students, practitioners face additional challenges when implementing RTI with culturally and linguistically diverse students. Learn how to implement RTI with a deeper understanding about the needs and challenges practitioners may face in today’s diverse schools. 

For more information, visit the Council of Exceptional Children