Dear EdEquity Listserv:
Our information for EdEquity Weekly resource list comes from various
e-sources, including external list serves and web sites, EDC, and our own
work. Some information is excerpted with permission from FAPE Newsletter
(www.fape.org).
BOOK:Women and Computing
I'm pleased to announce the publication of Jane Margolis's and my book,
"Unlocking the Clubhouse: Women in Computing" by MIT Press. It describes
our research project at Carnegie Mellon (see www.cs.cmu.edu/~gendergap) and
the subsequent dramatic increase in the number and percentage of women
entering the undergraduate computer science program there. It's available
at fine on-line bookstores near you.
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DISABILITIES:
The following resources were provide by FAPE Newsletter Dated December 17,
2001 Web site: www.fape.org, E-mail: fape@pacer.org.
New Course on Self-DeterminationNorthern Arizona University has announced a
Spring 2002 Web-based course, Principles and Practices of Family Support,
Self-Determination and Disability. This course is designed for students,
individuals with disabilities, family members, and professionals from a
variety of disciplines who provide service to the disability community,
(e.g., teachers, service coordinators, therapists, medical professionals,
counselors). Course activities feature online lectures and readings, group
and individual web-based assignments, and a virtual conference center. The
following topics will be addressed:
· Philosophy of Family Support, Cultural Competence;
· Assessing Needs and Determining Supports;
· Identifying and Coordinating Resources; and,
· Skills for Working Together with Families.
Becky Raabe, course instructor, is the parent of a child with Down
syndrome.For more details about the course contact the instructor via
e-mail at Becky.Raabe@nau.edu. Northern Arizona University, Office of
Distributed Learning, P.O. Box 4117, Flagstaff, Arizona 86011, 928.523.4212
(voice), 800.426.8315 (toll-free), 928.523.1169 (fax),
www.nau.edu/statewide (web), statewide.programs@nau.edu (e-mail).
New! Quick and Easy Access to OSEP's Interpretation of IDEA and the
Regulations The U.S. Department of Education, Office of Special Education
Programs (OSEP), announced that a link to policy documents is now available
on the OSEP Web site, www.ed.gov/OFFICES/OSERS/OSEP/Policy/policy_letters,
in both Microsoft Word and PDF formats. Policy documents, which include
selected OSEP memoranda as well as letters of clarification, describe the
Department's interpretation of IDEA and/or the regulations that implement
IDEA.
The correspondence will begin during the quarterly period of July through
September 2000. Some correspondence will also be posted for the time
periods January through March and April through June of 2000.
If you do not have access to the Internet, you can get a copy downloaded
and sent to you for free. ED Pubs, P.O. Box 1398, Jessup, Md. 20794-1398,
877.4ED.PUBS (voice), 877.576.7734 (TTY/TDD), 301.470.1244 (fax),
www.ed.gov/pubs (web), CustomerService@inet.ed.gov (e-mail).
Resources for Individuals Traumatized by Disaster
Project Cope is a national clearinghouse for resources in the aftermath of
disaster. This clearinghouse was formed in response to the events of
September 11. Its mission is to educate and support individuals who are
susceptible to traumatic stress. Project Cope emphasizes special
populations, including children with disabilities, adults with
disabilities, and individuals with prior trauma (e.g., children in foster
care).
The website, www.nymc.edu/wihd/projectcope, offers information about
traumatic stress, timely coping guides, referrals for mental heath
intervention, and links to resources for parents, educators and
professionals. Project Cope is a program of the Westchester Institute for
Human Development, A University Center for Excellence located at in
Valhalla, New York.
Project Cope at Westchester Institute for Human Development, Cedarwood
Hall, Room 338, Valhalla, NY 10595-1689, 914.493.5202 (voice),
914.493.1973 (fax), www.nymc.edu/wihd/projectcope (web),
ProjectCope@nymc.edu (e-mail).
Research Note: Autism Fact Sheets Now Available from National Institute of
Child Health and Human Development
Fact sheets describing the latest research findings on autism are now
available from the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development
(NICHD). At least one in Autism is a neurodevelopmental disorder of early
brain development that affects at least one in 500 people. The disorder is
characterizes by communication problems, difficulty with normal social
interactions, and a tendency to repeat specific patterns of behavior.
Because these symptoms and behaviors can vary greatly among individuals,
doctors consider autism to be a spectrum disorder--a group of disorders
with various degrees of impairment for the set of similar features.
Although there is no cure, there are educational and drug interventions
that can help individuals with autism. There is active research into the
nature and treatment of autism, as well as many folk remedies.
Current research findings suggest that autism has a strong inherited
component. Scientists think the disorder is the result of a complex
interaction between several different genes involved with brain signaling
and development. Unknown factors in a child's surroundings are also likely
to play a role.
The six new autism-related fact sheets are:
· Autism Facts--presents a general overview of what autism is, behaviors
that might indicate that a child has autism, and available treatments;
· Autism Questions and Answers for Health Care Professionals--provides
answers to questions commonly asked by health care professionals about
autism, including frequency, causes, symptoms, diagnostic tools, and
treatment choices;
· Autism and Genes--provides a summary of current scientific research
into the inherited bases of autism;
· Autism and the Measles Mumps Rubella Vaccine--describes the scientific
evidence around the supposed link between autism and vaccines as well as
current research efforts directed at shedding light on this question;
· Rett Syndrome?discusses a disorder caused by a single genetic
mutation; this syndrome causes autism-like symptoms in girls; and,
· The NICHD/NIDCD Network on the Neurobiology and Genetics of Autism:
the Collaborative Programs of Excellence in Autism --describes the largest
single, autism-specific research effort to date and provides contact
information for each of the 10 research sites involved.
These fact sheets are available from the NICHD autism page at
www.nichd.nih.gov/publications/pubskey.cfm?from=autism, or may be
ordered from NICHD free of charge. Comments on the publications may be
addressed to the NICHD Clearinghouse. E-mail to the Clearinghouse
regarding these fact sheets should list the word "Autism" in the subject
line.
NICHD Clearinghouse, PO Box 3006, Rockville, MD 20847, 800.370.2943
(voice), 301-984-1473 (fax), www.nichd.nih.gov (web),
NICHDClearinghouse@mail.nih.gov (e-mail).
A Parent's Guide Learning Differences
A Parent's Guide to Differences and Disabilities in Learning is a new
booklet available for free from SchwabLearning.org. the Guide is a workbook
that offers reliable information, practical guidance and note-taking space
for parents to organize and record their action steps. Included are action
steps you can take to provide effective support for your child. You can
order your free copy or download this publication from the SchwabLearning
Web at http://www.schwablearning.org/main.asp?page=3.9.
SchwabLearning.org, Schwab Learning Center, 1650 South Amphlett Boulevard,
Suite 300, San Mateo, CA 94402, 650-655-2410 (voice), 650.655.2411
(fax), www.schwablearning.org (web), infodesk@scwablearning.org
(e-mail).
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ONLINE COURSES:
On Sexual Harassment
McGrath CyberSchool Launches First Distance Learning Program:Sexual
Harassment: Minimize the Risk A Legally Fit and Educationally Sound
Distance Learning Program
For Complaint Intake, Management, and Investigation
Sexual Harassment: Minimize the Risk, the first course in our distance
learning curriculum, is now in the final stages of production. The course
is
geared for site administrators, managers, school counselors, and personnel
directors at all levels of education, from elementary through higher
education. We recommend that a school district or institution provide
"seats" in this self-paced distance learning course for all of their
administrators to whom staff and/or students may bring a sexual harassment
complaint.
An in-depth course
We will deliver the level of quality, interactivity, and thorough coverage
of
the subject matter that our customers have come to expect from McGrath
Systems. The CyberSchool version of this course covers the comprehensive
McGrath system for handling complaints, including all templates, forms,
checklists and procedures, leaving participants with the confidence that
their actions are legally sound, incorporating due process and just cause.
Lesson 1: What is Sexual Harassment?
Lesson 2: How Can You Tell if Sexual Harassment is Going On?
Lesson 3: What is Your Duty to Protect Students and Staff?
Lesson 4: How are You Supposed to Interact with the Police and Regulatory
Agencies?
Lesson 5: What is Your Liability for Sexual Harassment or Abuse in School?
Lesson 6: What Proactive Measures Can You Take?
Lesson 7: How Do You Handle Complaints about Sexual Harassment?
Lesson 8: What is an Environmental Scan and Why Should You Conduct One?
Lesson 9 What's Your Game Plan?
Lesson 10: Who? What? Where? When? Why? How do You Conduct Thorough and
Legally Fit Interviews?
Lesson 11: McGrath Investigation Tools that Incorporate Due Process and
Just
Cause
For more information and to discuss discounts for early enrollment, please
contact us at 800/733-1638. (www.mcgrathinc.com)
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POSTERS:
NEW RESOURCE FOR SEXUAL HARASSMENT AWARENESS AND PREVENTION
A set of four full-color posters, each with its own discussion guide. The
11X17" posters address common misunderstandings about sexual harassment,
including "She asked for it......" "I was only kidding......" "Do we have
to stop
jokes, compliments, touching.....?" The fourth poster says: "Federal law
says it's illegal; You don't need laws to tell you it's wrong." Discussion
guides give background information and definitions, questions for group
discussion and a personal commitment statement. See the posters at
www.apogeetraining.com They are in use in 17 states and Canada. The cost
is
$30 for the complete set, plus $5 s/h. For more information or a brochure,
contact Nancy Huppertz at nih2@aol.com or 503 691-1166. ("We really like
the posters. They are now framed and
hanging in one of our corridors." FDA, Washington D.C.)
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SEMINARS:
1)The Science of Ecosystems: A week-long accredited professional
development
seminar for science educators. The Island of Kauai, Hawaii, with its
unique volcanic origins and nearly closed ocean-isolated environmental
settings, represents a world-class destination for the investigation of the
character and interactive aspects of a wide variety of ecosystems ranging
from mountain-top bogs and rain forests to lush erosional valleys, arid
beach/dune complexes and coral/algal fringing reefs. The 7-day program (8
nights lodging) involves 5 days of orientation lectures, daily interactive
field trips (hiking/snorkeling) and numerous practical lesson-plan
exercises; 2 free mid-seminar days allow for additional self-guided
learning. The influence of the island's human inhabitants on these
watershed-organized ecosystems is emphasized. All sessions are conducted
by scientists with international experience teaching at university and
post-graduate levels. Seminar fee - $1,150; lodging available at
$65/night; graduate credit (3 units) available through California State
University at $80/unit. Dates available for summer 2002 - June 8-15, July
20-27, August 17-24. For informative brochure and application form contact
Dr. Charles T. Blay, TEOK Investigations, 1770 Pe`e Rd. (PO Box 549),
Poipu, Kauai, HI 96756; toll free 888-233-8365; local 808-742-8305; email;
website.Kauai, Hawaii Cost: $1,150
2)Geoscience on the Big Island: A week-long (5-days, 6-nights) accredited
professional development seminar, sponsored by the International Science of
California State University and conducted by TEOK Investigations, provides
science educators the opportunity to upgrade their skills in earth science
instruction. Geoscience comes to life on the Big Island. In addition to
discussions of the plate-tectonic origin of the Hawaiian Archipelago,
participants observe active volcanoes and their various molten rock
products and check out faults representing major structural failures along
the volcano's growing slopes. You hike through Pleistocene glacial deposits
and dig in soil layers. You snorkel among the beautiful corals of the
island's growing reefs and examine various black, green and white sandy
beaches. A lesson-plan approach is emphasized in the many hands-on field
exercises. All sessions are conducted by scientists with international
experience teaching at university and post-graduate levels. Seminar fee -
$1,100; lodging available at $85-95/night (single/double occupancy);
graduate credit (3 units) available through California State University at
$80/unit. Dates available for summer 2002 - July 7-12, August 4-9. For
informative brochure and application form contact Dr. Charles T. Blay, TEOK
Investigations, 1770 Pe`e Rd. (PO Box 549), Poipu, Kauai, HI 96756; toll
free 888-233-8365; local 808-742-8305; email; website.
Hawaii Island, Hawaii Cost: $1,100
Charles T. Blay, Ph.D.
TEOK Investigations & Kauai Nature Tours
1770 Pe`e Rd. (PO Box 549)
Poipu, Kauai, HI 96756
tele/fax 808-742-8305
toll free 888-233-8365
web site: http://www.teok.com
e-mail: teok@aloha.net
WEBSITE:
EDC's Center for Science Education has developed a resource called a
toolkit (TIPS) filled with downloadable tools and lists of print and web
resources. There was one on Testing and Assessment: Overview of Science
Education Reform: http://www2.edc.org/cse/products/toolkit/testing.asp
Final note:Information on these resources is provided as a service to
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subscribers. EdEquity does not review or necessarily endorse these
publications or events.
Happy Holidays!
Hilandia Rendon
EdEquity Moderator
EdEquity-admin@mail.edc.org
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