[MDPOBC] FW: Upcoming Webinars for parents to help with virtual learning

Tue Nov 10 19:48:52 UTC 2020

Garret 

James G. Mooney

President, Maryland Organization of Parents of Blind Children 

(480) 433-8003 

james.garret.mooney at gmail.com

From: Melissa Sheeder <melissas at mdschblind.org> 
Sent: Tuesday, November 10, 2020 11:44 AM
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Subject: FW: Upcoming Webinars

Hope some of you find one or more of these helpful. 

From: APH <communications at aph.org <mailto:communications at aph.org> > 
Sent: Tuesday, November 10, 2020 9:50 AM
To: Melissa Sheeder <melissas at mdschblind.org <mailto:melissas at mdschblind.org> >
Subject: APH: Upcoming Webinars

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Access Academy (formerly  <https://aph.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=f36877787e431c3edc0020ff5&id=bd29224088&e=84675e66dd> #AtHomeWithAPH) is the education professional’s one-stop resource for the training webinars you need to get the most out of APH products and services. The majority of Access Academy webinars also provide  <https://aph.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=f36877787e431c3edc0020ff5&id=3361d0affa&e=84675e66dd> Academy for Certification of Vision Rehabilitation & Education Professionals (ACVREP) credit.

JAWS with Google Classroom 
November 11, 2020, 11:30 AM-1:00 PM EST
Are you new to Google Classroom? Do you want to learn more about using screen reader software to navigate and complete classwork within Google Classroom? Join this webinar to preview the Google Classroom interface, navigate using keyboard commands, and explore other various components using JAWS.   
 <https://aph.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=f36877787e431c3edc0020ff5&id=92e0ca7c35&e=84675e66dd> Register Here

MATT Connect: Enabling Accessibility Options in the Android Tablet and Prodigi Application to Benefit Students with Low-Vision  
November 13, 2020, 12:00 to 1:00 PM EST 
In this webinar, focusing on the MATT Connect, we will explore standard accessibility options built into the Android tablet. We will also explore accessibility options in the Prodigi app. Together, these options provide students with low-vision, a dynamic solution to access classroom content. 
 <https://aph.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=f36877787e431c3edc0020ff5&id=f7f18e7c06&e=84675e66dd> Register Here

For more information about Access Academy and upcoming Access Academy webinars, please visit the  <https://aph.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=f36877787e431c3edc0020ff5&id=38344bbe24&e=84675e66dd> About Access Academy webpage. 

As our nation continues to adjust with some schools and students remaining in virtual instruction, APH’s Virtual ExCEL Academy offers FREE engaging lessons for students with a variety of abilities. Live lessons are held Tuesday-Thursday at 2p EST, and are organized by age/grade level.

Tuesday (4th-6th Graders)
November 10, 2020, 2:00 - 3:00 PM EST
The Most Magnificent Thing – Developing a Growth Mindset 

Wednesday (Middle and High School Students)
November 11, 2020, 2:00 - 3:00 PM EST
Communicating about Visual Impairment and Handling those Not-So-Fun Uncomfortable Situations 
Let’s face it… having any sort of difference can sometimes lead to other people acting “strange” or uncomfortable. Most individuals with visual impairments can recall loads of times when they were asked awkward questions or faced with uncomfortable situations as a result of having a disability. This lesson aims to investigate ways to communicate confidently about differences including visual impairments and help prevent or respond in those oh so awkward of moments in middle and high school.  

Thursday (Students with Multiple Disabilities)
November 12, 2020, 2:00 - 3:00 PM EST
Understanding my Breath 
Through this wonderful time together we will learn about the parts of our bodies which helps us breathe. We will also have the opportunity to practice the art of deep breathing through different sensory channels.  

For more information about Virtual ExCEL Academy, to register, and for a listing of upcoming webinars,  <https://aph.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=f36877787e431c3edc0020ff5&id=70c8d569fd&e=84675e66dd> visit the Virtual ExCEL Academy webpage. 

The APH ConnectCenter includes FamilyConnect, CareerConnect, and VisionAware – a hub of websites that offer curated advice and resources to assist children, parents, adults, job seekers who are blind or visually impaired, and their associated professionals, leading to greater independence and success in their lives.

Now I See: BVI Lessons of Prophecy, Pain, Purpose and Parenting! 
Thursday, November 12, 2020, 2:00 – 3:00 PM EST
Vera Jones, author and motivational speaker, shares the daunting emotional and physical challenges she and her son faced when he was diagnosed with a brain tumor and blindness, Vera reveals critical lessons for resilience, change, and finding significance in the midst of adversity.
NO AVCREP Credits available for this session.
 <https://aph.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=f36877787e431c3edc0020ff5&id=c105c9f4f5&e=84675e66dd> Register Here. 

Promoting Social Connections for Individuals (all ages) with Visual Impairments during Physical Distancing  
November 12, 2020, 6:00 – 7:30 PM EST
As widespread social lockdown and physical distancing remain the new norm due to the Coronavirus pandemic, individuals who are blind and visually impaired face more social challenges than ever. This session aims to explore strategies for preventing isolation, boredom, loneliness, and disengagement during these uncertain times. Activities and other opportunities to create and maintain social connections will be explored for people with visual impairments of all ages.  
AVCREP Credits will be available only for the live session.
 <https://aph.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=f36877787e431c3edc0020ff5&id=6a7913846b&e=84675e66dd> Register Here

Tips and Techniques to Develop Pre-Braille Skills in Toddlers 
Monday, November 16, 2020, 2:00 - 3:30 PM EST 
It is never too early to start incorporating activities that promote the development of pre-braille skills. Sara and Julia will share a variety of strategies that can be implemented within the home to support future braille readers and writers.  Join us to learn more about how household materials or very inexpensive items can be put together to create educational materials that promote growth in different developmental areas with an emphasis on pre-braille skills. Many of the activities shared in the webinar can be adapted to meet learners of all ages needs and interests. 
AVCREP Credits will be available only for the live session.  
 <https://aph.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=f36877787e431c3edc0020ff5&id=f3285e3d0f&e=84675e66dd> Register Here

O&M in a Virtual World: A Model for Providing Services to Deaf-Blind Adults
November 18, 2020, 3:30 – 5:30 PM EST
With the current pandemic Helen Keller National Center (HKNC) had to change its approach to serving Deaf-Blind adults.  This webinar will explore the process as it’s unfolding.  Join us as we explore this model together.
 <https://aph.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=f36877787e431c3edc0020ff5&id=c3838ec16a&e=84675e66dd> Register Here 

For more information about the APH ConnectCenter, including upcoming and previously recorded webinars,  <https://aph.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=f36877787e431c3edc0020ff5&id=6270d63a6c&e=84675e66dd> visit the APH ConnectCenter webpage. The  <https://aph.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=f36877787e431c3edc0020ff5&id=e6d664080e&e=84675e66dd> ConnectCalendar is where people or organizations can share and find information about events taking place across the country. Have an event related to blindness that you want people to know about?  <https://aph.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=f36877787e431c3edc0020ff5&id=ceed45d689&e=84675e66dd> Add it here!

Webinar Opportunities from other Organizations 

Using Your Senses to Present
Presented by Leanne Grillot, in Partnership with AER
November 17, 2020 – 12:00-1:00 PM EST
Presenting virtually? One of the things that’s most different about this past year is how much we’ve had to meet, and present, virtually. While we may know, or sense, that the biggest enemy of virtual presentations is the audience multitasking, learn how it helps to understand the role our senses play in that. 

Think back to the last conference you attended in person. Now use all your senses. All of your senses – sight, touch, taste, smell, hearing – all experienced the same thing: “I’m at an event.” How do you recreate that feeling when people are in the comfort of their own home or contemplating multitasking at the work desk? Learn some strategies for making the most of the virtual environment and meeting those sensory needs of your audience.
 <https://aph.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=f36877787e431c3edc0020ff5&id=95b5237365&e=84675e66dd> Register Here

The Communication Continuum
Presented by Leanne Grillot, in Partnership with AER
November 19, 2020 – 12:00-1:00 PM EST
There are many forms of symbol communication systems. Their purpose is to make communication easier for a student with a visual and multiple impairment who has difficulty with spoken language or difficulty using written language. The symbols are often highly individual but are linked to meaning for a particular student who does not have enough vision to use a visual symbol system. We are going to walk through three products by APH, the communication continuum, and the reasons for each step.  <https://aph.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=f36877787e431c3edc0020ff5&id=d7156458bc&e=84675e66dd> Register Here. 

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