Disability Coordination Office ACT and SE NSW Information. Stay up to date with news and events to assist students with a disability, their families, carers and service providers, as they transition from school to adult life. http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au Tue, 06 Jan 2009 13:09:32 +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=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=878&Itemid=295 The Mental Health Foundation updates its Directory of Mental Health Services in the ACT every 3 months. The latest Directory, and a lot of other useful information, is available on their website www.mhf.org.au (http://www.mhf.org.au) For further details contact Rupert Gerritsen, MHF Community Information and Education Team on (02) 6282 6658.... Mon, 19 Nov 2007 01:12:54 +0100 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=878&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=870&Itemid=295 This Special Election Edition Newsletter includes a summary of the Coalition, Labor, Greens and Democrat's disability policies. deborah@advocacyforinclusion.org (mailto:deborah@advocacyforinclusion.org) Advocacy for Inclusion is jointly funded by the Commonwealth Department of Families, Community Services and Indigenous Affairs and the ACT Department of Disability Housing and Community Services Mon, 19 Nov 2007 00:38:51 +0100 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=870&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=864&Itemid=295 www.grants.act.gov.au (http://www.grants.act.gov.au) The ACT Government Grants Portal website is now available to view funding opportunities accessible to ACT residents. This site has been developed to help you find the best source of funding and, where applicable in the future, manage your grant applications online. Fri, 02 Nov 2007 03:37:42 +0100 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=864&Itemid=295 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=862&Itemid=295 Media Release: 26 October 2007, Minister for Education and Training, Andrew Barr ACT Government will invest over $14.6 million over the next four years in a range of pastoral care and student welfare initiatives for ACT public high school students and their families. Mr Barr said the funding will ensure... Fri, 02 Nov 2007 03:16:54 +0100 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=862&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=836&Itemid=295 The South East NSW Area Consultative Committee (Seacc) has prepared a guide to help strengthen community organisations. Guide can be downloaded from www.seacc.org.au (http://www.seacc.org.au/) . The guide includes information on: Tue, 14 Aug 2007 01:04:35 +0100 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=836&Itemid=295 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=830&Itemid=295 Read the latest Advocacy for Inclusion Newsletter Advocacy for Inclusion Newsletter Issue 13 Aug 2007 (347.05 KB) Fri, 10 Aug 2007 03:22:15 +0100 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=830&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=789&Itemid=295 Disability ACT and the Citizens Advice Bureau are continuing to develop a new online ACT Disability Services Directory. The directory will be a fully searchable database that will provide easily accessible information with regard to disability serivces in Canberra and its surrounding region. Disability ACT and Citizens Advice Bureau... Thu, 19 Jul 2007 01:02:29 +0100 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=789&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