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Family University Blind/Visually Impaired/DeafBlind Zoom Meeting on March 18! Join us as we learn from Rachel Schulz, a member of the Center for Excellence, who will discuss Universal Design for Learning, (UDL), why it’s important, is your child receiving UDL, and why UDL is helpful for students. Part two of the session will include Dr. Al LaBarre sharing on chapter 7 of the book, "All About IEPs- Special Factors." Register today: https://lnkd.in/epkujQXV

Overwhelmed by Options? Navigating AT&AEM for Your Student's Success Join us March 18th on Zoom! With so much information out there, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed when trying to understand Assistive Technology (AT) and Accessible Educational Materials(AEM). What do these terms really mean? What does the law say about your child’s right to access? Whether you're just getting started or looking for reliable resources, this session will give you the knowledge and tools you need to confidently support your student's learning— without the overwhelm. This webinar is brought to you by the Ohio Coalition for the Education of Children with Disabilities in partnership with OCALI's AT&AEM Center, with presenter Stacy Springer. Register now: https://qrco.de/bfnCHY

Interested in submitting a proposal for #OCALICON2025? You've got two weeks left! Monday, March 31 is the deadline to submit your ideas for the premier #autism and #disabilities conference! https://bit.ly/OCALICONCfP

Family University Blind/Visually Impaired/DeafBlind Zoom Meeting on March 18! Join us as we learn from Rachel Schulz, a member of the Center for Excellence, who will discuss Universal Design for Learning, (UDL), why it’s important, is your child receiving UDL, and why UDL is helpful for students. Part two of the session will include Dr. Al LaBarre sharing on chapter 7 of the book, "All About IEPs- Special Factors." Register today: https://lnkd.in/epkujQXV

Learn how to support people with autism through the use of our book studies. Check out the newest book study resource: When Down Syndrome and Autism Intersect: A Guide to DS-ASD for Parents and Professionals, Second Edition by Margaret Froehlke, RN, BSN and Robin Sattel, MS. Also available to borrow in the OCALI Lending Library! Explore now. https://lnkd.in/eb2DxbrA

EXCITING NEWS! ?? OCALI’s Assistive Technology & Accessible Educational Materials Center (AT&AEM) will be working with the National Center on Accessible Digital Educational Materials & Instruction (NCADEMI) to improve the accessibility of digital educational materials and instruction for learners with disabilities from toddlers to high school students. Learn more: https://ncademi.org/

Are you looking to boost your team’s knowledge and capacity for family engagement? Sign up for your cross-agency training! Together, we can inform and empower families to create a more seamless transition from secondary education to adulthood. [email protected].

Join the OCALI team as a Regional Autism Specialist, creating and providing professional development, coaching, and consultation regionally for those who work with children and young adults with autism, developmental disabilities, trauma, and complex behavior challenges. The ideal candidate will have an Ohio Teaching License in special education with a master's degree and at least 5 years of experience implementing evidence-based practices related to autism. OCALI provides paid holidays, flexible work environment, and access to excellent retirement and healthcare benefits. Apply today: https://lnkd.in/e7cZYBe6 #OhioJobs #AutismSpecialist #NowHiring #SpecialEducation

The Journey: Community of Practice on March 31 Join us for The Journey: Community of Practice, a revitalized format for The Journey webinar series! In these live Zoom sessions, you will network with teachers and other professionals around the state, learn about popular transition topics, share what your team is doing within these areas, and find solutions together while highlighting useful tools and best practices. Register today: https://lnkd.in/ewbdC_Q2

Looking to expand your knowledge of autism and evidence-based strategies while earning graduate credit? Autism Internet Modules (AIM) Winter/Spring Courses are now available through Ashland University! Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eAigKsFf #AIMCourses