Latest National Disability news, information and events from the Disability Coordination Office - ACT and SE NSW region. http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au Tue, 06 Jan 2009 00:23:10 +0100 FeedCreator 1.7.2 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=926&Itemid=295 This UK resource offers practical suggestions for developing embedded approaches and integrated practice in relation to literacy, language, numeracy and ICT. It also provides sources of further information and guidance. Audience: Employers, Teachers, Teaching assistants, Trainee teachers, Training providers The resource aims to support effective practice beyond initial teacher... Thu, 06 Mar 2008 02:33:41 +0100 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=926&Itemid=295 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=925&Itemid=295 4-6 June 2008 Venue: National Convention Centre Canberra The closing date for conference abstracts is 31 March 2008. ACE National Network Inc (known as ACE) is the peak body for Australia's Disability Employment Network. To register or find out more information about the event, please visit www.acenational.org.au (http://www.acenational.org.au/)... Mon, 03 Mar 2008 22:13:52 +0100 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=925&Itemid=295 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=885&Itemid=295 The Australian Government Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations (DEEWR) announced the preferred providers for the National Disability Coordination Officer (NDCO) Program on 6 December 2007. The NDCO program replaces and expands two existing programmes, the Regional Disability Liaison Officer (RDLO) Program and the Disability Coordination Officer (DCO) Program.... Wed, 05 Dec 2007 14:54:23 +0100 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=885&Itemid=295 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=883&Itemid=295 https://www.det.nsw.edu.au/communityed/disabilityacces/da_employment.htm (https://www.det.nsw.edu.au/communityed/disabilityacces/da_employment.htm) Developed by the TAFE NSW Disability Programs Unit, Beyond Expectations features 55 video profiles of people with a range of disabilities who are making their mark in the workforce. DVDs are available free of charge and may be ordered from: Sun, 25 Nov 2007 23:42:50 +0100 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=883&Itemid=295 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=881&Itemid=295 Microsoft Word files to serve as talking books By Elsa Wenzel CNET News, Tuesday, November 13, 2007 Microsoft and open-source site SourceForge www.sourceforge.net (http://www.sourceforge.net) will offer a free plug-in early next year that will convert Office 2007 files to the DAISY format that translates text to speech. Mon, 19 Nov 2007 01:19:34 +0100 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=881&Itemid=295 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=880&Itemid=295 www.techdis.ac.uk/index.php?p=5_1_1 id=274 (http://www.techdis.ac.uk/index.php?p=5_1_1 id=274) TechDis, in collaboration with E.A. Draffan, have produced a report on the provision and support of Assistive Technology (AT) in the UK. The report covers the assessment, funding and support of AT across an individual's lifetime from birth, throughout education. Source: Higher Education Update - an... Mon, 19 Nov 2007 01:15:59 +0100 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=880&Itemid=295 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=876&Itemid=295 Women With Disabilities Australia (WWDA) has published a Resource manual on violence against women with disabilities. The manual is made up of the following four booklets: Mon, 19 Nov 2007 01:07:49 +0100 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=876&Itemid=295 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=873&Itemid=295 Yesterday IDEAS launched their new accessible website. The site is an accessible web portal for people with disability, their families, carers and other supporters to access and search for information that promotes their independence. Online versions of resources (databases on services, equipment suppliers travel options, Infobyte fact... Mon, 19 Nov 2007 00:52:04 +0100 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=873&Itemid=295 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=868&Itemid=295 Anthony Shaddock, Loretta Giorcelli and Sue Smith This resource has been written for mainstream teachers who have, or are about to have, a student with a disability in their classroom. The booklet may also be useful for teaching assistants, parents and others. The resource is based on recent research and... Tue, 06 Nov 2007 18:31:27 +0100 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=868&Itemid=295 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=573&Itemid=295 www.reachoutpro.com.au (http://www.reachoutpro.com.au) Reach Out, has released a new service - the Reach Out! Teachers' Network. The Reach Out! Teachers' Network is designed for teachers from a range of cross curriculum areas. Members will receive resources and information to assist in achieving learning outcomes and provide their students with information... Thu, 01 Nov 2007 09:00:00 +0100 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=573&Itemid=295 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=844&Itemid=295 Work Talk: Effective workplace communication with employees with an intellectual disability This resource was produced by Wodonga TAFE in association with Aware Industries with funding from the Australian Government Department of Families, Community Services and Indigenous Affairs (FaCSIA). Effective communication is critical in any workplace. The aim of the manual is... Thu, 30 Aug 2007 14:39:47 +0100 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=844&Itemid=295 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=802&Itemid=295 www.sprc1.sprc.unsw.edu.au/ASPC2007/abstract.asp?PaperID=75 (http://www.sprc1.sprc.unsw.edu.au/ASPC2007/abstract.asp?PaperID=75) The transition from school to further training and employment is generally seen as a crucial aspect of the life course, but one that can differ across different socio-economic groups. The Brotherhood of St Laurence's longitudinal study, the Life Chances Study, provides data to explore the experiences of a... Sun, 05 Aug 2007 04:26:47 +0100 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=802&Itemid=295 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=801&Itemid=295 The Mature Study resource www.maturestudy.unisa.edu.au (http://www.maturestudy.unisa.edu.au/) is designed for mature age people with disabilities and/or medical conditions considering tertiary education at TAFE, University or with a Registered Training Organisation. The website provides information on all aspects of tertiary study in Australia. The resource also provides information for serivce providers,... Sun, 05 Aug 2007 02:17:38 +0100 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=801&Itemid=295 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=786&Itemid=295 Do you need to know what Assistive Technology can help with Reading, Writing, Spelling, Literacy, Planning and Organising, Maths and Tests? The updated Assistive Technology Resource for Education Will this Help? Computer Technology that may assist students with reading, writing or organising their work is now available. The CD... Wed, 18 Jul 2007 19:44:14 +0100 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=786&Itemid=295 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=768&Itemid=295 Are you in year 10 and thinking about different jobs that interest you? Do you want to know the skills you need and what employers are looking for in over 600 different jobs? Then Job Guide (http://www.jobguide.dest.gov.au/) is for you. The Australian Government produces Job Guide. It is published as a... Thu, 12 Jul 2007 03:13:01 +0100 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=768&Itemid=295