**The ECC: Webinar #3 – Social Skills and Self-Determination
Ann Adkins, Educational Consultant for TSBVI Outreach Programs, TSBVI Curriculum specialists Debra Sewell and Jeri Cleveland review multiple resources for teaching Social Interaction Skills and Self-Determination as part of the Expanded Core Curriculum (ECC). Chapters include:
- Introduction & Handouts
- Social Interaction Skills
- Self-Determination
- Self-Control
- Employment
**Sensory Learning Kit Study Group 2
The second study group session for TVIs learning how to effectively use the Sensory Learning Kit (SLK).
VISSIT – How to webinar
This webinar is a brief overview and demonstration of the Visual Impairment Scale of Service Intensity of Texas (VISSIT). The VISSIT is designed to guide teachers of students with visual impairments (TVIs) in determining the type and amount of itinerant TVI services to recommend for students on their caseloads. Dr. Rona Pogrund, Texas Tech University describes the design and testing of the VISSIT. Chrissy Cowan, Statewide Mentor Coordinator for TSBVI Outreach shows where to find the VISSIT online and additional resources; and Cyral Miller, TSBVI Outreach Director demonstrates how to complete the document, using data from a real-world student scenario.
**Early Learning Step by Step – Chapter 3 – Movements: A Prerequisite for Learning
The ability to move is a prerequisite for learning. But how does an infant learn to move? This webinar looks at both typical development and the differences for a child with visual and multiple impairments or deafblindness in this area.
In "Early Learning - Step by Step" Dr. Nielsen discusses how environmental intervention can facilitate the child who is visually impaired with additional disabilities achieve motor and other abilities through Active Learning. This book contrasts how children, with and without visual impairment and additional disabilities, achieve the prerequisites for learning, for example, to sit unsupported, to eat, to walk and to play constructively. This book may be purchased at www.lilliworks.com if you would like to more fully benefit from these study group webcasts.
**The ECC: Webinar #2 – O&M
The ECC: Webinar #2 - Orientation & Mobility Christy Householter, from Region X Education Service Center, Ruth Ann Marshal and Chris Tabb, both Statewide O&M Consultants for TSBVI Outreach Programs provide detailed information regarding the Orientation and Mobility (O&M) requirements of the Expanded Core Curriculum (ECC).
**Sensory Learning Kit Study Group 1
SLK Study Group is a forum for professional education staff to learn and discuss how to use the Sensory Learning Kit to assess and develop instructional routines for students with visual and multiple impairments. The study group is hosted by Scott Baltisberger and Sara Kitchen, TVIs and Educational Consultants for Outreach at the Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired. Webinar #1 gives an overview of the purpose and structure of, both, the Study Group and the Sensory Learning Kit
Administrator’s webinar: Addressing the ECC
Essential information for administrators, TVIs and COMS about the Expanded Core Curriculum (ECC) and requirements for evaluation and instruction in the nine areas of the ECC. Christy Householter, Region X Education Service Center leads the discussion.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nemeth Code Part 2/4
In Video 2 of this informational series, Susan Osterhaus presents resources for learning the Nemeth code and producing materials in the Nemeth code. The majority of the specific resources mentioned are available both in print and in Braille on federal quota money or are free and available for downloading.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nemeth Code Part 3/4
In Video 3 of this informational series, Susan Osterhaus shares three common mistakes learners make when using the Nemeth code
Frequently Asked Questions about Nemeth Code Part 4/4
In video 4 of this informational series, Susan Osterhaus provides background information on Dr. Abraham Nemeth, the creator of the Nemeth code.