Disability Coordination Office ACT and SE NSW. Stay up to date with new resources that may enhance further education, training and employment opportunities for students with a disability. http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au Tue, 06 Jan 2009 21:35:58 +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=924&Itemid=436 The following case studies were developed by the Ministry of Education, British Columbia, Canada. They illustrate how Individual Learning Plans (called Individual Education Plans in British Columbia) can be developed to meet the needs of two very different students. www.ipp.gov.bc.ca (http://www.ipp.gov.bc.ca) The case studies form part of the following... Thu, 21 Feb 2008 18:06:32 +0100 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=924&Itemid=436 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=923&Itemid=435 Watch this space. Coming soon! Thu, 21 Feb 2008 18:05:25 +0100 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=923&Itemid=435 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=922&Itemid=434 Appendix (index.php?option=com_content task=category sectionid=21 id=132 Itemid=374) - Appendix 3 Symbol Format Pathway Planning Workbook (Reproduced with permission from the Department of Education, Tasmania) My Plan for My Future is a set of resources developed by the Tasmanian Department of Education to assist young people in Years 8, 9 and 10... Thu, 21 Feb 2008 17:54:56 +0100 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=922&Itemid=434 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=919&Itemid=381 This section of the resource includes life-domain worksheets: functional skill checklists and associated information and advice to help you inventory the skills you already possess and identify skills and goals you want to achieve. The checklists are divided into the following 8 life-domains: Personal Presentation Personal Hygiene Physical Health... Wed, 20 Feb 2008 20:33:40 +0100 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=919&Itemid=381 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=918&Itemid=370 The student section of the resource has not been completed. A rough outline of the content is included below. So what are you going to do after school? Thinking about life after school is sometimes both exciting and scary. It can also be a lot of fun as you think... Mon, 18 Feb 2008 12:56:58 +0100 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=918&Itemid=370 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=917&Itemid=432 Appendix (index.php?option=com_content task=category sectionid=21 id=132 Itemid=374) - Appendix 2 Symbol Format Pathway Planning Workbook (Reproduced with permission from the Department of Education, Tasmania) My Plan for My Future is a set of resources developed by the Tasmanian Department of Education to assist young people in Years 8, 9 and 10... Mon, 18 Feb 2008 12:53:14 +0100 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=917&Itemid=432 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=921&Itemid=433 Appendix (index.php?option=com_content task=category sectionid=21 id=132 Itemid=374) - Appendix 1 Symbol Format Pathway Planning Workbook (Reproduced with permission from the Department of Education, Tasmania) My Plan for My Future is a set of resources developed by the Tasmanian Department of Education to assist young people in Years 8, 9 and 10... Mon, 18 Feb 2008 12:53:14 +0100 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=921&Itemid=433 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=916&Itemid=368 ACT Department of Education and Training 2005, Individual Learning Plan Process - Guidelines for ACT Schools - Support Document: Sample forms, accessed 19/11/2007, www.det.act.gov.au/services/word/ACTGuidelinesSampleForms.doc (http://www.det.act.gov.au/services/word/ACTGuidelinesSampleForms.doc) ACT Department of Education and Training 2006, Individual Learning Plan Process - Guidelines for ACT Schools, accessed 19/11/2007, www.det.act.gov.au/services/pdf/final_ilp_book7.pdf (http://www.det.act.gov.au/services/pdf/final_ilp_book7.pdf) ACT Department of Education and Training... Mon, 18 Feb 2008 12:51:39 +0100 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=916&Itemid=368 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=915&Itemid=367 We kept the self-determination checklist brief, primarily because the associated skills and activities are embedded throughout the other life domain worksheets. This is not intended to lessen the importance of the self-determinations skills - rather we felt that it was important to embed the skills throughout the resource as well... Mon, 18 Feb 2008 12:49:39 +0100 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=915&Itemid=367 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=914&Itemid=366 Scary Questions By the time _________________________________ is ____________________ I/he/she will be: Developing and maintaining a satisfying and sustainable social life / social network Actively participating in community life Going out with friends Drinking alcohol Going out on dates Having sex Getting married/ forming a de facto relationship Having children Functional Skills... Mon, 18 Feb 2008 12:48:21 +0100 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=914&Itemid=366 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=913&Itemid=365 Scary Questions By the time _________________________________ is ____________________ I/he/she will: Be living independently - taking on adult rights, responsibilities and household duties Be managing and maintaining my/his/her home. Home may be: own house/flat sharing a house/flat with others remaining in the family home but taking on... Mon, 18 Feb 2008 12:46:40 +0100 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=913&Itemid=365 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=912&Itemid=364 Career Education Competencies Career Education focuses on learning about the world of work and the place of work in society so that students can make informed decisions about their education, training and employment pathways. The checklist below is not a comprehensive list, but has been developed as a guide.... Mon, 18 Feb 2008 12:44:49 +0100 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=912&Itemid=364 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=911&Itemid=363 Teenagers face many challenges when it comes to money management. During these years, they are defining their identity, customs, preferences, and behaviour patterns. At the same time teenagers are experiencing the full influence of peer pressure to conform to the group in combination with consumer advertising campaigns specifically targeted... Mon, 18 Feb 2008 12:43:21 +0100 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=911&Itemid=363 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=910&Itemid=362 There are certain skills that have the capacity to open a large number of doors, SIGNIFICANTLY increasing options and opportunities for your teenager - independent travel is one of these critical skills. Without the ability to get from place to place on your own, your teenager will not only face... Mon, 18 Feb 2008 12:42:02 +0100 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=910&Itemid=362 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=909&Itemid=361 Scary Questions By the time _________________________________ is ____________________ I/he/she will: Be making my/his/her own plans and actions to maintain a healthy and balanced lifestyle including: Identifying factors that affect healthy lifestyles Demonstrating and maintaining healthy lifestyle habits Selecting and participating in sports and recreational activities on their own Taking full... Mon, 18 Feb 2008 12:39:59 +0100 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=909&Itemid=361 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=908&Itemid=360 Personal hygiene involves ensuring ourselves and our clothes are clean and is one of the most effective ways to protect ourselves, and others, from illness. When thinking about personal hygiene it is important to recognise that not all the routines or steps listed below may apply. Personal hygiene is exactly... Mon, 18 Feb 2008 12:38:51 +0100 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=908&Itemid=360 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=907&Itemid=359 Written by Annette Sharma, Migrant Coordinator, Student Services, Canberra Institute of Technology If resilience is strengthened through a sense of belonging or connectedness, how do we foster this connectedness in teenagers from culturally diverse backgrounds who are growing up in an environment with a different set of... Mon, 18 Feb 2008 12:37:32 +0100 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=907&Itemid=359 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=906&Itemid=358 Students with disabilities in mainstream classrooms: A resource for teachers [1] (#_ftn1) by Anthony Shaddock, Loretta Giorcelli and Sue Smith was primarily written for mainstream teachers but it is also useful for parents and carers. The resource is divided into 3 sections: 1. Students with a disability in... Mon, 18 Feb 2008 12:35:15 +0100 http://www.disabilitycoordinationoffice.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=906&Itemid=358