Described and Captioned Media Program

Continuing Education and Professional Development DCMP offers several free online courses to support those who work with students with special needs, and many offer RID and ACVREP credit. Courses for students are also available, including those to support transition, peer notetaking, and learning about audio description. https://dcmp.org/elearning

Did you know March is Brain Injury Awareness Month? ?? “The Resilient Brain” by Katianne (Rothstein) Olson and illustrated by Yana Kozak is now available as an audiobook via Described and Captioned Media Program just in time for Brain Injury Awareness Month! ?? The Described and Captioned Media Program provides premium media designed for students with disabilities and leads as a resource for families and teachers, supported by the Department of Education. Listen to “The Resilient Brain” now! ?? https://lnkd.in/ggVX6DPd [Image Description: A dark gray graphic features the headline: “The Resilient Brain.” Below is a screencap from the audiobook. Below is a photo of the author and their book cover.] ? ? ? ? ? #braininjury #childrensbooks #audiobooks

"When creating a lesson plan, I always scan DCMP's site for accessible videos." Teachers can find tools that help streamline the process of selecting videos for lessons. Videos can be browsed and searched for by subject and subtopic, grade levels, accessibility (captions, audio description, & ASL), state standards, and language.

Want to make your classroom more accessible to students who are deaf, hard of hearing, blind, low vision, or deaf-blind? DCMP is offering free online classes for teachers and other professionals. April 7 - 27, 2025 These classes are pre-approved for 1.5 GS RID CEUs and 15 hours of ACVREP credit. If you have questions please contact Cindy Camp, [email protected]. The following online classes are free of charge to teachers and professionals working with students who are deaf, hard of hearing, blind, low vision, and deafblind in the K-12 setting. They are facilitated classes with weekly assignments and deadlines but no required meeting times. Using Accessible Media in the?Classroom with Students who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing and Using Accessible Media in the?Classroom with Students who are Blind and Visually Impaired Explores the benefits of using media in the classroom. Explains the importance of accessible media for students with sensory impairments as well as students with and without disabilities. Learn to evaluate the quality of accessibility features and various techniques for utilizing media to enhance classroom instruction. This class is three weeks of asynchronous, online training. Choose your preferred time during the week to work online and meet weekly deadlines. Expect to spend approximately five hours per week completing the required work. When you successfully complete the class, you will receive a certificate for 15 continuing education credits. Free of charge and fully accessible. Go to?www.dcmp.org?and create your account or sign in. Then go to: https://lnkd.in/e-VeTGFs and click on the registration button for the class you want to join.

"I am elated to announce with the incredible support of DCMP The Resilient Brain has officially expanded its accessibility for ALL to access it. Here’s a little clip to enjoy but to gain access to the full version head to DCMP website!" — Katianne Olson (@theresilientbrain on Instagram) Thank you to special education teacher and author Katianne (Rothstein) Olson for expanding access to the video version of her book. It's now available to all visitors of DCMP.org, not just registered members. It has captions, #AudioDescription, and #ASL. The Resilient Brain is about traumatic brain injury, and it is both educational and empowering. Through a heartfelt narrative, readers will discover:? ? an educational resource about this common invisible injury. ? support and understanding when discussing the challenges of navigating a traumatic brain injury and the rehabilitation journey. ? kid-friendly explanations of the brain and all it's incredible functions. ? a message of hope and resilience. View video here: https://lnkd.in/ggVX6DPd Original Instagram post: https://lnkd.in/epgRD3kc

?? We Bring Award-Winning Environmental Films to Your Classroom! ???? #Teachers and #homeschoolers—want to engage your students with high-quality, award-winning films that bring science to life? Schoolyard Films provides FREE educational films, each paired with custom study guides and hands-on activities aligned to state and national science standards! ???? ALL AVAILABLE AT NO CHARGE! ? Captivating storytelling ?? ? Science-backed learning ?? ? Ready-to-use classroom materials ?? ? Perfect for schools & homeschool groups ???? Make #science real, relevant, and exciting for your #students! Explore our FREE library today at SchoolyardFilms.org. #K12 #stem #STEAM #homeschool #education #environmentaleducation #servicelearning #environmentalscience #lifescience #ecology #naturecenter #visitorcenter

Rhonda Weiss Center for Accessible IDEA Data team members presenting at the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) Conference. Contact us for any support you need on making your data and documents accessible for parents and others to inform their educational choices.

Already familiar with Universal Design for Learning? This live virtual class is designed for educators ready to apply UDL at a deeper level, redesign learning environments, and build engagement strategies. Class runs April 24-25, 2025. Register now: https://lnkd.in/gEjiGBWt

We're excited to present "Simplifying Accessibility for Educational Videos: AI Assistance with Captions, Audio Description, & Sign Language" at Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) 2025!

The #CAST team is ready to welcome Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) 2025 attendees! Stop by Booth #224 to explore innovative resources and connect with our team. Plus, we can’t wait to see our friends Alexis Reid and Lisa Carey, two incredible #CAST authors! #CEC2025 ?? Kelli Suding, M.Ed. Michelle Soriano Mia Laudato Christine Fox