JULY 2008

IES Research Training Institute: Cluster-Randomized Trials
Institute
Date: July 6, 2008 - July 18, 2008
Location: Evanston, IL
Website: http://ies.ed.gov/whatsnew/conferences/?id=310
Abstract: The National Center for Education Research (NCER) in the Institute of Education Sciences (IES), U.S. Department of Education, announces its second Summer Research Training Institute on Cluster-Randomized Trials to increase the national capacity of researchers to develop and conduct rigorous evaluations of the impact of education interventions.

2008 School of the 21st Century National Conference
Conference
Date: July 14, 2008 - July 16, 2008
Location: New Haven, CT
Website: http://www.yale.edu/21c/200821cconference.html
Abstract: Sponsored by The School of the 21st Century (21C), this conference focuses on Changing Roles of Schools: Schools of the 21st Century. Participants will have an opportunity to network with others committed to making schools responsive to the needs of children and families and choose from almost 40 sessions that tie research to everyday practice and provide tools to enhance every aspect of program development, administration, and evaluation. Experts and practitioners will present updates in the policy arena as well as provide tools to help parents become involved and engaged in their children’s education.

2008 Georgetown Training Institutes: Developing Local Systems of Care for Children and Adolescents with Mental Health Needs and Their Families: New Directions to Improve Care
Institute
Date: July 16, 2008 - July 20, 2008
Location: Washington, DC
Website: http://gucchd.georgetown.edu/
Abstract: This institute will offer in-depth, practical information on how to develop and operate systems of care and how to provide high-quality, effective, clinical interventions and supports within them, with special focus on three “new directions” to strengthen systems of care and improve outcomes, each comprising a distinct track: Implementing a Public Health Approach, Partnering With Schools, and Partnering With Child Welfare.

National Institute of Justice Annual Conference
Conference
Date: July 21, 2008 - July 23, 2008
Location: Arlington, VA
Website: http://www.ojp.usdoj.gov/nij/events/nij_conference/welcome.htm
Abstract: The Office of Justice Programs’ National Institute of Justice will hold its annual conference which brings together criminal justice scholars, policymakers, and practitioners at the local, state, and federal levels to share the latest research findings and technology. This year’s conference includes a panel on youth gang research and best practices organized by the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, and panels on commercial sexual exploitation of children, school-based prevention programs, and bullying. Conference registration is free, and early registration is recommended.

 

August 2008

Icon to I Can: Visual Teaching Strategies and Supports for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Date: August 22, 2008
Location: Heartspring Conference Center, Wichita, KS
Contact Information: Bethany Lippe (ph) 316-634-8723, (fax) 316-634-0555
email: blippe@heartspring.org
Website: www.heartspring.org, , 8700 E 29th St N, Wichita, KS  67226
Abstract: This seminar is designed to meet the needs of both student and educator for effective, easy to implement instructional supports. Current best practice guidelines and links to educational research will form the foundation for a day filled with “on the go” teaching strategies and low maintenance materials.  There will be an emphasis on social communication, academic/vocational skills, daily living abilities and behavior management for students in both self-contained  and included settings.  Extensive handout materials will include a multi-use “Take and Make” project, an easy to reference resource guide and laminated samples of core visual supports. Special educators, general educators, therapists, support personnel (music, art and p.e.) administrators and family members will find that this workshop provides valuable insights regarding teaching style and problem solving for both  school and home settings.

 

September 2008

The Contours of Inclusion: Universal Design for Learning for Arts in Education
Date: Friday, September 19, 2008 - 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Location: Holiday Inn Capitol - Washington, DC
Abstract: VSA arts is convening arts educators for a full-day conference that explores the application of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) to arts curriculum, instruction, and assessment.Dr. Tracey Hall, Center for Applied Special Technology (CAST), will provide a keynote to frame UDL principles and practices. Participants will then engage with examples of UDL in presentation workshops and discussion groups facilitated by expert practitioners from the VSA arts affiliate and program networks.
Information: Leah Barnum - 202-628-2800 or LJBarnum@vsarts.org 

 

JANUARY 2009

TRLD 2009 - Technology, Reading & Learning Diversity Conference
Date: January 22-24, 2009
Location: Hyatt Regency Hotel, San Francisco, CA
Abstract: TRLD (http://www.trld.com/) celebrates its 27th year and will focus on professional development opportunities that “Open the Door to Universal Learning”. Educators will gather to pursue the realities of providing equitable and flexible access to learning concepts and ideas for all students.  Share and learn how to apply new strategies to empower students to become active learners in this digital age.  David Warlick is the keynote speaker, who among other outstanding speakers and trainers will design hands-on workshops and interactive sessions to focus on the critical issues facing K-12 and higher education.  TRLD is recognized for bringing together leading educators in a unique think-tank environment to leverage the collective intelligence of many thought leaders.  Learn more about successful intervention models, discuss ways to implement systematic reform, strategize ideas to prepare tomorrow’s teachers, explore innovative technologies to enhance literacy skills and implement validated instructional models. TRLD is hosted by Don Johnston.

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