Learning Disabilities Issues | 
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How to Discuss LD with Students | |
| Workshop Title | Date, Time, Length |
| Identifying and Accommodating the LD Adult ESOL Student Robin Schwarz - LD/ESL Specialist, ELI/American University, Washington, DC Margaret Kiernan - ESL Coordinating Teacher, Adult Education, Virginia Beach City Public Schools, Virginia Beach, VA | |
| This workshop will describe some �best practices� for screening ESOL students for learning disabilities and for accommodating and teaching them, especially within the context of a tutoring environment. 2 sessions: Complete workshop requires both sessions Target audience: GA, Student Friendly
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11/12/99 8:15 AM & 3:30 PM |
| Learning Differently - Dispelling the Myths Thelma Giles - LVA VITA, LVA National, Syracuse, NY Anne Helmholz - Director, Washington State Literacy Center, Seattle, WA Alex Hurder - Director of the Law Clinic, Vanderbilt Law School, Nashville, TN | |
| Expand your awareness of the range and effects of Learning Disabilities and how they can impede productive, fulfilling lives for many non-reading adults. Two adult learners share their experiences of �learning differently�. A practicing attorney, specializing in pertinent legislation provides information on legal implications and issues. Target audience: TU, STU, BM, M, TR, PS, GA, Student Friendly
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11/11/99 10:30 AM |
LD - Recommended Strategies and Materials | |
| Workshop Title | Date, Time, Length |
| Addressing Learning Differences through EFF Jim Carabell - Tutor, Vermont Adult Learning, Randolph, VT Margaret Lindop - Staff Development Coordinator, Center for Literacy Studies, University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN | |
| Equipped for the Future (EFF) supports student-centered, responsive teaching. This workshop will demonstrate how EFF�s focus on student�s real-life goals helps address learning differences and disabilities. Target audience: TU, STU, M, TR, PS
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11/12/99 8:15 AM |
| Alternative Techniques for Reading and Writing Richard Cooper, Ph. D., - Learning Specialist, Director, Center for Alternative Learning, Havertown, PA | |
| This workshop will describe and demonstrate alternative techniques and materials for helping adults with written language problems. Target audience: TR, PS, STU, Student Friendly
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11/11/99 2:00 PM |
| An Instructional Sampling of Bridges to Practice Thelma Giles - LVA VITA, LVA National, Syracuse, NY Anne Helmholz - Director, Washington State Literacy Center, Seattle, WA Alex Hurder - Director of the Law Clinic, Vanderbilt Law School, Nashville, TN | |
| Integrative Instruction is
key to effective and responsive literacy programs that
address the needs of the �invisible handicaps�
of adults with Learning Disabilities. �Bridges to Practice�
is the centerpiece product of the National Institute for Literacy�s
(NIFL) 3-year investment in developing concrete, educational
research-based tools related to L.D. Preview core instructional strategies suitable for immediate application for all adult learners. Target audience: TU, BM, TR, S
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11/11/99 2:00 PM |
| Current Research in Learning Disabilities: Implications for Adult Literacy Programs Sheldon H. Horowitz, Ed.D. - Director of Professional Services, National Center for Learning Disabilities, New York, NY Douglas Fuchs, Ph. D. - Professor of Special Education, Co-Director of the Institute of Education and Learning, John F. Kennedy Center, Peabody College, Nashville, TN | |
| Discover some of the most effective, research-based, instructional practices. Discuss these proven instructions and how they might be utilized successfully by adult literacy providers. Implications for research and policy will also be discussed. Target audience: TU, M, TR, PS
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11/11/99 10:30 AM |
| Identifying and Accommodating the LD Adult ESOL Student Robin Schwarz - LD/ESL Specialist, ELI/American University, Washington, DC Margaret Kiernan - ESL Coordinating Teacher, Adult Education, Virginia Beach City Public Schools, Virginia Beach, VA | |
| This workshop will describe some �best practices� for screening ESOL students for learning disabilities and for accommodating and teaching them, especially within the context of a tutoring environment. 2 sessions: Complete workshop requires both sessions Target audience: GA, Student Friendly
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11/12/99 8:15 AM & 3:30 PM |
| Learning Differently - Dispelling the Myths Thelma Giles - LVA VITA, LVA National, Syracuse, NY Anne Helmholz - Director, Washington State Literacy Center, Seattle, WA Alex Hurder - Director of the Law Clinic, Vanderbilt Law School, Nashville, TN | |
| Expand your awareness of the range and effects of Learning Disabilities and how they can impede productive,
fulfilling lives for many non-reading adults. Two adult learners share their experiences of �learning differently�. A practicing attorney, specializing in pertinent legislation provides information on legal implications and issues. Target audience: TU, STU, BM, M, TR, PS, GA, Student Friendly
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11/11/99 10:30 AM |
| Providing Effective Services to Adults with Learning Disabilities Mary Lou Belisle - Program Consultant and Trainer, Racine Literacy Council, Racine, WI | |
| Learn about some of the key elements of the National Learning Disabilities Training and Dissemination Project. We will explore screening, curricular options, and material selection. Target audience: TU, M, TR, PS
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11/12/99 8:15 AM |
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The Stevenson Language Skills Program - An Overview Thomas J. Diebold, Ph. D - Consultant, Central Ohio SEREC, Columbus, OH Pat Wittlinger - ABLE Instructor/LVA Tutor, Literacy Coalition of Delaware County, Delaware, OH | |
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Discover how this multi-sensory structured instructional approach can be used
to teach literacy skills to individuals with dyslexia, specific learning
disabilities, or cognitive delays. Target Audience: TU, TR, PS, GA
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11/12/99 8:15 AM |
LD - Research, Materials, Methods, Screening, Legal Issues, Diagnosis, Training Volunteers | |
| Workshop Title | Date, Time, Length |
| An Instructional Sampling of Bridges to Practice Thelma Giles - LVA VITA, LVA National, Syracuse, NY Anne Helmholz - Director, Washington State Literacy Center, Seattle, WA Alex Hurder - Director of the Law Clinic, Vanderbilt Law School, Nashville, TN | |
| Integrative Instruction is key to effective and responsive literacy programs that address the needs of the �invisible handicaps� of adults with Learning Disabilities. �Bridges to Practice� is the centerpiece product of the National Institute for Literacy�s (NIFL) 3-year investment in developing concrete, educational research-based tools related to L.D. Preview core instructional strategies suitable for immediate application for all adult learners. Target audience: TU, BM, TR, S
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11/11/99 2:00 PM |
| Identifying and Accommodating the LD Adult ESOL Student Robin Schwarz - LD/ESL Specialist, ELI/American University, Washington, DC Margaret Kiernan - ESL Coordinating Teacher, Adult Education, Virginia Beach City Public Schools, Virginia Beach, VA | |
| This workshop will describe some �best practices� for screening ESOL students for learning disabilities and for accommodating and teaching them, especially within the context of a tutoring environment. 2 sessions: Complete workshop requires both sessions Target audience: GA, Student Friendly
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11/12/99 8:15 AM & 3:30 PM |
| Learning Differently - Dispelling the Myths Thelma Giles - LVA VITA, LVA National, Syracuse, NY Anne Helmholz - Director, Washington State Literacy Center, Seattle, WA Alex Hurder - Director of the Law Clinic, Vanderbilt Law School, Nashville, TN | |
| Expand your awareness of the range and effects of Learning Disabilities and how they can
impede productive, fulfilling lives for many non-reading adults. Two adult learners share their experiences of �learning differently�. A practicing attorney, specializing in pertinent legislation provides information on legal implications and issues. Target audience: TU, STU, BM, M, TR, PS, GA, Student Friendly
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11/11/99 10:30 AM |
| Learning Disability, Gender Bias and Welfare Issues Glenn Young - Disability and Adult Education Specialist, U.S. Department of Education, Office of Adult Education, Washington, DC | |
| Women have long been under-identified in schools as having learning disabilities. Current welfare programs are continuing this bias. Both have negative affects on women with LD. This workshop will discuss the issue and how to address it. Target audience: M, TR, PS, GA, Student Friendly
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11/12/99 3:30 PM |
| Overcoming Barriers to Change John Tibbetts - Consultant, Daly City, CA | |
| Programs may have to undergo systemic changes to serve adults with learning disabilities. Discover how to plan and implement these changes through force-field analysis. Target audience: PM, PS
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11/11/99 2:00 PM |
| Providing Effective Services to Adults with Learning Disabilities Mary Lou Belisle - Program Consultant and Trainer, Racine Literacy Council, Racine, WI | |
| Learn about some of the key elements of the National Learning Disabilities Training and Dissemination Project. We will explore screening, curricular options, and material selection. Target audience: TU, M, TR, PS
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11/12/99 8:15 AM |
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The Stevenson Language Skills Program - An Overview Thomas J. Diebold, Ph. D - Consultant, Central Ohio SEREC, Columbus, OH Pat Wittlinger - ABLE Instructor/LVA Tutor, Literacy Coalition of Delaware County, Delaware, OH | |
|
Discover how this multi-sensory structured instructional approach can be used
to teach literacy skills to individuals with dyslexia, specific learning
disabilities, or cognitive delays. Target Audience: TU, TR, PS, GA
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11/12/99 8:15 AM |
Learning Disability, Gender Bias and Welfare Issues | |
| Workshop Title | Date, Time, Length |
| Learning Disability, Gender Bias and Welfare Issues Glenn Young - Disability and Adult Education Specialist, U.S. Department of Education, Office of Adult Education, Washington, DC | |
| Women have long been under-identified in schools as having learning disabilities. Current welfare programs are continuing this bias. Both have negative affects on women with LD. This workshop will discuss the issue and how to address it. Target audience: M, TR, PS, GA, Student Friendly
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11/12/99 3:30 PM |
Legal Aspect of Dealing with LD | |
| Workshop Title | Date, Time, Length |
| Learning Differently - Dispelling the Myths Thelma Giles - LVA VITA, LVA National, Syracuse, NY Anne Helmholz - Director, Washington State Literacy Center, Seattle, WA Alex Hurder - Director of the Law Clinic, Vanderbilt Law School, Nashville, TN | |
| Expand your awareness of the range and effects of Learning Disabilities and how they can impede productive, fulfilling lives for many non-reading adults. Two adult learners share their experiences of �learning differently�. A practicing attorney, specializing in pertinent legislation provides information on legal implications and issues. Target audience: TU, STU, BM, M, TR, PS, GA, Student Friendly
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11/11/99 10:30 AM |
Multiple Intelligences | |
| Workshop Title | Date, Time, Length |
| Culture, Language, and Resilience: A Foundation for Literacy DonnaMarie Marlow - Team Leader, Family & Workforce Literacy, U.S. Department Education, Office of Migrant Education, Washington, DC Beatriz Ceja - Education Program Consultant, Office of Migrant Education, Washington, DC | |
| ESOL students bring a variety of strengths into their learning environment.
Learn about the latest research in strength-based strategies (resilient characteristics and reading skill development, and brain research) that support the use of culturally-grounded literacy activities such as story-telling, game playing, values sharing, and goal setting. Target audience: GA, TU, BM, M, TR, PS
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11/12/99 3:30 PM |
| Orchestrating a Learner Assessment System That�s Music to your Program�s Ears! Pamela Rausch - President/Trainer, LVA Pulaski County, IN | |
This workshop will:
Target audience: PS, M, TR, BM
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11/11/99 2:00 PM |
| Taking ESOL from Pictures to Computers Heide Spruck Wrigley - Senior Research Associate, Aguirre International, San Mateo, CA Jim Powrie - Director of Development, Aguirre International, San Mateo, CA | |
| This workshop demonstrates effective ways of linking learners with low-end and
high-end technologies, such as evocative pictures, video, tapes, Email and Internet projects to increase communication and literacy skills. Examples will be linked to principles of engaged learning and other frameworks. Target audience: TU, STU, M, TR, Student Friendly
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11/11/99 2:00 PM |
Screening Learners with LD | |
| Workshop Title | Date, Time, Length |
| Preparing Adults with Learning Disabilities to be Self-Determined Individuals Juliana M. Taymans, Ph.D. - Professor of Special Education, Department of Teacher Preparation and Special Education, The George Washington University, Washington, DC Mary Ann Corley, Ph. D. - Director, Lindy Boggs National Center for Community Literacy, Loyola University, New Orleans, LA | |
| Self-determination is that ability to define and achieve goals based on knowing and valuing oneself. It is the key to a satisfying adult life. Individuals with learning disabilities may fail to become self-determined because they don't understand their disability. Much research and curriculum development in special education has focused on how programs can structure experiences to help individuals with LD become more self-reliant and accepting of their strengths and needs. We will explore many facets of self-determination and share materials and activities you can incorporate into your literacy program. Target audience: TR, TU, PS, PM, GA
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11/12/99 8:15 AM |
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For general information call Peggy May at 843/671-2008 or E-mail to [email protected]
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