Thursday, August 29, 2013

CeDIR Closed Tomorrow

CeDIR will be closed tomorrow and Monday in observance of the Labor Day Holiday. We will re-open at 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday, September 3rd.

Have a safe and enjoyable holiday weekend!

Wednesday, August 28, 2013

Emotions! Making Sense of Your Feelings



Emotions! Making sense of your feelings was written by a clinical psychologist to help teens learn more about motivation, self-awareness, social relationships, decision-making, self-control, and the ability to achieve goals. The book looks at shame, anger, hope, and happiness and shows teens where each emotion originates, how it makes people feel physically and mentally, and what can be done about it if it feels too big or out of control.

Want to check it out? Email us at cedir@indiana.edu or use worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.

Tuesday, August 27, 2013

Vocabulary-building site

Looking for a website that will help your students build their vocabulary? Check out Rewordify.com. Much like a translation site, Rewordify.com will take your difficult text and replace the harder words with easier-to-understand synonyms or explanations. It will highlight the words that are changed and even place them side-by-side with the original words so that the meaning is clear. For those with reading disabilities, this free site might prove to be beneficial.

Monday, August 26, 2013

Mobile App Monday - Sign 4 Me



"Sign 4 Me is the ULTIMATE tool for learning sign language. The ONLY iPad app using a full-body avatar providing sign language instruction in 3D! Our 3D character can be zoomed in or out and rotated to give you the best vantage point for every sign. YOU control the placement of the character - not us! No other product lets you do this!" -iTunes

Want to learn more? Please visit: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sign-4-me-for-ipad-signed/id383462870?mt=8

Friday, August 23, 2013

Holiday Hours Next Week



One last vacation before summer ends....

In observance of the upcoming Labor Day holiday, next week CeDIR will close at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 29th and will re-open at 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday, September 2nd.

Happy Trails!

Thursday, August 22, 2013

Disabled Education: A Critical Analysis of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act


Book Description:
"Enacted in 1975, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) provides all children with the right to a free and appropriate public education. On the face of it, the IDEA is a shining example of law’s democratizing impulse. But is that really the case? In Disabled Education, Ruth Colker digs deep beneath the IDEA’s surface and reveals that the IDEA contains flaws that were evident at the time of its enactment that limit its effectiveness for poor and minority children.

"Through an examination of the evolution of the IDEA, the experiences of children who fought for their education in court, and social science literature on the meaning of “learning disability,” Colker reveals the IDEA’s shortcomings, but also suggests ways in which resources might be allocated more evenly along class lines."

Want to check it out? Email us at cedir@indiana.edu or use worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.

Wednesday, August 21, 2013

Succeeding As a Student in the STEM Fields With an Invisible Disability



The STEM fields (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) attract many students with invisible disabilities who sometimes struggle with independent living and a different way of learning that comes with higher education. Succeeding As a Student in the STEM Fields With an Invisible Disability will help prepare students and their families with everything they need to know about the university experience. Classroom behavior, study skills, self-reliance, accessing support services, and more are covered.

The time is right! Email us at cedir@indiana.edu to check out this title or use worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.

Tuesday, August 20, 2013

Action Research in Education



Book Description for Action Research in Education:
This accessible, pragmatic text shows educators step by step how to conduct classroom- and school-based studies to improve instructional practices. The book presents methods and strategies for implementing each stage of the action research cycle, providing balanced coverage of qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-methods approaches. Readers learn how to: select and define a research topic; develop a literature review; choose a design; formulate data collection strategies; design and/or evaluate assessment tools; and interpret, analyze, and report study results. Helpful examples and vignettes depict a variety of real-world teaching and learning situations, school subjects, and age groups (PreK-12).

Want to check it out? Email us at cedir@indiana.edu or use worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.

Monday, August 19, 2013

Mobile App Monday - Pictello



Pictello is a simple way to create talking photo albums and talking books. Each page in a Pictello Story can contain a picture, up to five lines of text, and a recorded sound or text-to-speech using high-quality voices. Stories can be shared using iTunes File Sharing or via WiFi with other Pictello users through a free account on the Pictello Sharing Server. Stories can be shared with non-Pictello users as PDF files through email or iTunes File Sharing. -iTunes

Want to learn more about this versatile app? Please visit: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/pictello/id397858008?mt=8

Friday, August 16, 2013

Creating effective programs for gifted students with learning disabilities



Looking for help understanding what gift students with learning disabilities need? Pick up Creating Effective Programs for Gifted Students With Learning Disabilities. It offers suggestions for creating assessment and programming for this classroom population in the era of Response to Intervention. Current research and case studies are both provided.

Want to check it out? Email us at cedir@indiana.edu or use worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.

Thursday, August 15, 2013

How do you doodle?



Gold Medal Winner, Mom's Choice Awards

How Do You Doodle? is a drawing book to help kids get in touch with and learn to express their emotions. Activities such as "name your feelings," "what do you feel when," and "how does it feel when" will help readers start thinking about what they experience when they are feeling an emotion. A "Note to Parents" is included.

Want to check it out? Email us at cedir@indiana.edu or use worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.

Wednesday, August 14, 2013

Inclusion Coaching



Inclusion coaching for collaborative schools can help lead your team to inclusion success. Equip yourself with this hands-on guide with an emphasis on establishing coaching baselines, introducing research-based inclusion strategies, and promoting inclusion schoolwide.

Want to know more about it? Check it out my emailing us at cedir@indiana.edu or using worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.

Tuesday, August 13, 2013

Starbrite Traveler



Looking to help make traveling with children with special needs a little easier? Starbrite Traveler is an easily accessible, illustrated guide that gives families a well-organized travel resource. This guide shows you how to follow the 5 D’s of travel, Dream, Determine, Dry Run, Depart, and Destinations to plan an amazing trip for your family.

Want to check out this title? Email us at cedir@indiana.edu or use worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.

Monday, August 12, 2013

Mobile App Monday - Speak it! Text to Speech



"Future Apps presents Speak it!, the highest quality text to speech App available for the iPhone, iPod Touch, and now iPad! Speak it! utilizes the same voice synthesis engine that has made our iSpeak translator apps such a great hit. The text to speech engine is so powerful, it reproduces speech which is clear and natural sounding." - iTunes

Want to learn more about this app? Please visit: https://itunes.apple.com/app/speak-it-text-to-speech/id308629295?mt=8#

Friday, August 9, 2013

Supporting Communication for Adults with Acute and Chronic Aphasia



Looking for a textbook to help SLPs, OTs, PTs, and other service providers support adults with aphasia? Supporting communication for adults with acute and chronic aphasia can help. This text provides readers with both electronic and non-electronic options to aid communication and offers case studies to cast light on strategies and tips for professionals working with those who have aphasia.

Want to check it out? Email us at cedir@indiana.edu or use worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.

Wednesday, August 7, 2013

News from VSA Indiana

Saturday Community Classes are back!

We're enrolling now for our Saturday Community Arts Class for youth with disabilities! Classes start August 17th from 10:30 - noon each Saturday through October 5th. Each class includes a clay and 2-D visual arts activity. Tuition is on a sliding scale, starting at $2.50/class. Visit our website or call us at 317-974-4123 to enroll!

http://www.vsai.org/what-we-do/community-arts-classes

Tuesday, August 6, 2013

Body Talk: Teaching Students with Disabilities about Body Language


Children and teens with developmental disabilities sometimes have trouble understanding the language of nonverbal communication. With the practical strategies developed by veteran special education teacher Pat Crissey, Body Talk offers more than 100 activities break down elements of body language into teachable components. Role playing, games, art activities, watching video clips, and using worksheets, quizzes, and charts will all help you teach kids how to understand body language.

Want to check it out? Email us at cedir@indiana.edu or use worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.

Monday, August 5, 2013

Mobile App Monday - ABA Flash Cards - Animals


"Kindergarten.com’s Animal Flash Card set offers 100 beautiful animal photos. With early learners in mind, we’ve included a fun audio description of each animal. Our hope is that by offering descriptive language, beyond the label, your child will begin to develop and comprehend further language concepts." -iTunes

Want to learn more about this app? Please visit: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/aba-flash-cards-zoo-animals/id340012302?mt=8#

Friday, August 2, 2013

What's New?

Each month, we pause to take a look back at the new items we received in the library the previous month. From autism to nutrition to education, we were able to cover a few different topics. To view the entire list, please visit: http://www.iidc.indiana.edu/index.php?pageId=2317