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| Happy New Year from NYDBC! |
| Dear Friends & Colleagues,
As the New Year begins we at the NYDBC are excitedly rolling up our sleeves for another busy year of technical assistance on behalf of children and young adults who are deaf-blind, their families and educators. As you may have seen in a previous e-newsletter we announced the launching of our new online learning modules. Please read below for further details and how to obtain log-in credentials.
As always, we will continue to share information that is pertinent to you and your constituents. We ask that you share this information with whomever you see fit and continue to inform us as to content of interest regarding hearing and vision loss.
With appreciation, NYDBC Staff - Susie, Sam, Clara & Eneida
NYDBC Queens College Flushing, New York 11367-1597 718-997-4856 |
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| | Online Learning Modules in Deaf-Blindness |
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| Free Professional Development for New York State Residents
 The NYDBC has designed a series on online learning modules in deaf-blindness. The following topics are currently available for viewing: - Overview of Deaf-Blindness & Early Identification
- Communication Strategies for Learners who are Deaf-Blind
- Instructional Strategies for Learners who are Deaf-Blind
- Orientation & Mobility for Travelers who are Deaf-Blind
- Person Centered Planning
- Self-Determination for Children & Young Adults who are Deaf-Blind
- Transition Planning for Young Adults who are Deaf-Blind
- Physical Education, Recreation & Sport
These modules are available to NYS residents. Upon completion of all of the required components (pre-post assessment, evaluation and course learning activities) a certificate of completion will be granted.
We are in the process of obtaining accreditation from various national organizations. We have already received approval from AER (Association for Education and Rehabilitation for the Blind & Visually Impaired) for the first module and are in the process of obtaining approval from ASHA (American Speech Language Hearing Association) for the first three modules.
All other professionals are encouraged to take the modules for self-study and submit them along with the certificates of completion to their respective organization for credit.
Click here for further details. For log-in credentials please email Eneida at
Happy learning!
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| | "Interpreting Strategies for Individuals who are Deaf-Blind" Professional Seminar |
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Dates: Part I - 2/24/2012-3/2/12 & Part II - 3/11/2012-3/14/12
Location: Helen Keller National Center
Instructor: Susanne Morgan Morrow, MA, CI, CT
Cost: $550, includes lodging, meals, professional training and manual*
CEUs: 2.8 Professional Studies
An intensive two-part hybrid seminar (Part I - online, Part II - face-to-face in NY) that is designed to enhance adult learning styles with the use of multi-media tools and face-to-face hands-on learning activities. Participants will leave with a strong working knowledge in the following areas: types of deaf-blindness, common eye diseases, communication modalities used within the community, assistive technology, interpreting strategies for visual and tactile communicators, human guide techniques, and cultural awareness. The seminar will allow participants to apply the knowledge they learn online and the skills that are learned on-site through hands-on activities.
Click here to Register or for more information email Doris at: doris.markham@hknc.org.
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| | RCSN Camp Fair Downstate NY |
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Date: Saturday, January 28, 2012
Time: 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Location: Church of St. Paul the Apostle (Between West 59th and 60th Street)
Cost: Free Event
The RCSN (Resources for Children with Special Needs) fair features day camps in New York City and sleep-away camps in the Tri-State area. There will be information on travel programs, remedial education programs, volunteer and job opportunities, and early childhood programs available. Parents can meet experts from over 60 summer programs serving children and youth with special needs.
Visitors will receive a free copy of RCSN's Camps 2011-12 Directory.
Click here for more information or email: info@resourcesnyc.org. |
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