Teaching math to people with Down syndrome, and other hands-on learners

Teaching math to people with Down syndrome, and other hands-on learners: Strategies and materials is a 372-page text written by a retired educator who is a former instructor of special education and speech, language, and communication. This second edition is a straightforward guide to teaching both children and adults with down syndrome or other developmental disabilities real-world mathematics such as keeping score in a game, counting money, and telling time. The book offers hands-on practice with concrete and practical strategies to teach recognition and number writing, time and measurement, fractions, and more!

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

What's New

Wow! March the 1st certainly held up to the old adage, "in like a lion," didn't it? And spring is definitely rearing its lovely head with the grasses that are greening up and new shoots sprouting. It makes me want to take a book out to the back yard and read in the warm sunshine.

Before we get too far into March, though, let's first take a look back at the new materials that came in to the library last month. We received several titles around the education of children and adults with disabilities, one on autism, and a few that might make doing some research a bit easier.

For a look at the complete list, please visit:
https://www.iidc.indiana.edu/pages/whats-new

What's New

Wondering what's new in the library lately? Well, you're in luck! Each month, we take a quick look back at the new titles that came in last month and offer them to you to check out. From titles on autism to parenting to transition, take a look at the list at:

https://www.iidc.indiana.edu/pages/whats-new

Quality indicators for assistive technology: A comprehensive guide to assistive technology services

Quality indicators for assistive technology: A comprehensive guide to assistive technology services is a 301-page guide for assessing children's needs and choosing and implementing the right technologies and services for them. Written by a team of education specialists, this book offers help in training education professionals on how to optimize learning.

With examples and case studies found throughout, each chapter begins with a few key points to consider and end with a summary and suggested activities to continue the learning. In-depth exploration of the Quality Indicators for Assistive Technology (QIAT) is covered including the matrix broken down step-by-step.

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

Educating students with severe and multiple disabilities: A collaborative approach

Educating students with severe and multiple disabilities: A collaborative approach is a 552-page fifth edition of a bestselling textbook that offers a thoroughly updated, and streamlined version. Written for both current and future educators, this book is packed with research and teaching strategies in a team-based, collaborative approach. Folks from special education, physical therapy, occupational therapy, communication, counseling, and pediatrics fields all had a hand in this edition. New to this edition are chapters on teaching strategies and transition to adulthood, cutting-edge information on assistive technology and understanding challenging behaviors, case stories at the start of each chapter, and more!

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

Universal design for learning: Theory and practice

Universal design for learning: Theory and practice is a 200-page guide written for educators to build their understanding of the tenets of universal design for learning (UDL). Published by CAST professional publishing, the authors are co-founders of the publishing company and a couple of them also authored the universal design for learning principles and framework in the 1990s.

This book offers a comprehensive look at the principles and practices of UDL. It includes new insights drawn on research and implementation from the past decade. Tons of free online videos and "dig deeper" sections are offered throughout the book to help explain and enrich the text.

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

Direct behavior rating: Linking assessment, communication, and intervention

Direct behavior rating: Linking assessment, communication, and intervention is 306 pages of guidance on using Direct Behavior Rating (DBR) as a tool for behavior support. The authors are all three prolific writers and researchers interested in the field of educational evaluation and assessment.

Educators in grades K-12 can learn the benefit of linking assessment to communication and intervention to support their students while working on positive behaviors and self-management. Strategies are offered to help provide educators with ways of using DBR in conjunction with multi-tiered systems of support. It is easy to use and can make a difference in informing intervention decisions school-wide. Step-by-step guides, worksheets, checklists, and forms all work together to help make this accessible tool useful for all types of administrators and teachers.

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

Assistive Technology

Assistive Technology is a 328-page guide to help educators and other professionals understand how the use of assistive technology can improve the lives and learning of people with disabilities throughout their lifespan, from early childhood through school and into adulthood. The author is an Associate Professor of Special Education at Michigan State University and got her doctorate in special education emphasizing her research and publications on mathematics and functional life-skills education for students with disabilities with a central theme of assistive technology.

This book highlights the support assistive technology can provide to people with disabilities and the purpose for its use rather than assigning technology based on a student's diagnosis. It offers plenty of case studies and activities to do to find the best way to match a person with the technology available. Both advantages and limitations of assistive technology are discussed as well as the range of low to high technology and free to purchasable choices.

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

Mobile App Monday - SkyView® Free - Explore the Universe

"You don't need to be an astronomer to find stars or constellations in the sky, just open SkyView® Free and let it guide you to their location and identify them. SkyView® Free is a beautiful and intuitive stargazing app that uses your camera to precisely spot and identify celestial objects in sky, day or night. Find your favorite constellations as they fade in and out while you scan across the sky, locate the Moon, discover distant galaxies, and witness satellite fly-bys." -iTunes

Great for all ages and abilities!

Want to learn more about it? Please visit:
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/id413936865

An introduction to educational research: Connecting methods to practice

"Written specifically for education practitioners, An Introduction to Educational Research: Connecting Methods to Practice approaches research methods from a practice-first perspective that aligns research with professional experiences and identifies the tools and resources readers can use when conducting their own research. Throughout the book, authors Chad R. Lochmiller and Jessica N. Lester illuminate complex research concepts using problems of practice confronting educators to help readers make meaningful connections with key concepts and research practices." -publisher

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

Alzheimer’s Association Education Conference

The Alzheimer’s Association Greater Indiana Chapter will host its statewide education conference on Friday, May 6, 2016 at the Indianapolis Marriott North.  Whether you are a professional, family caregiver, friend, or someone who would like to learn more about the disease, this conference has something for you! Attendees will learn from a variety of presenters to better understand the disease and how to best care for those with Alzheimer’s and other dementia.

Registration fee is $110.00 for professionals and $60.00 for families, care partners, friends, and students. 5.25 CEUs will be available for social workers and health facility administrators through the Alzheimer’s Association.

For more information and to register, please visit:
http://alz.org/indiana/in_my_community_102064.asp

Teaching students with special needs in inclusive classrooms

Teaching students with special needs in inclusive classrooms "will provide the skills and inspiration that teachers need to make a positive difference in the educational lives of struggling learners. The text is written to meet the needs of those majoring in general education, special education, and blended teacher education programs." -publisher

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

School shadow guidelines

"Your child may find it difficult to adapt to new surroundings and learning environments from time to time. School Shadow Guidelines helps guide your child to develop appropriate behaviors in school, establish an environment that helps to strengthen academic ability, and also build up on his/her social interaction skills with the goal of independence. Special needs children can benefit from having inclusive education to aid in their development and growth; this is where school shadowing serves vital roles." -publisher

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

The educator's handbook for inclusive school practices

The educator's handbook for inclusive school practices is "filled with ready-to-use teaching tips, insights from inclusive educators, and examples that relate directly to everyday classroom experiences. This book will help general and special educators collaborate effectively and build a great "toolbox" of strategies to support all learners within inclusive classrooms." -publisher

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

What's New?

Wondering what's new in the library? Each month we take a look back at the new items that came in. From autism to education to occupational therapy, we have the entire list at: http://www.iidc.indiana.edu/pages/whats-new

Practical parenting and learning disabilities: A simple guide for teachers and parents

Practical parenting and learning disabilities: A simple guide for teachers and parents is a two part guide written in order to help parents simplify their lives as well as their children's lives. The first part is a straightforward guide to discipline that will help make everyone's lives more secure and content. It helps parents establish limits and guidelines for what their children are or are not allowed to do. The second part is a guide to help parents secure and receive the proper education for their children. It helps to identify learning styles and learning disabilities.

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

Handbook of effective inclusive schools: Research and practice

The purpose of Handbook of effective inclusive schools is to summarize the research literature regarding how students might be provided classrooms and schools that are both inclusive and effective. Inclusive schools are defined as places where students with disabilities are valued and active participants in academic and social activities and are given supports that help them succeed. Effectiveness is addressed within the current movement toward multi-tiered systems of support and evidence-based practices that meet the demands of high-stakes accountability. -book description

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

Mobile App Monday - Kid Awesome Kindergarten

Interested in helping your young child develop critical academic skills? Kid Awesome Kindergarten is designed with a carefully constructed curriculum path and with the power to adapt to your child, Kid Awesome Kindergarten assures kids are presented with critical material at the right speed and level. Your child will save kittens and puppies and best of all race ahead to build a foundation for English, Reading and Math achievement that can last a lifetime! -iTunes

Want to learn more about it? Please visit:
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/kid-awesome-kindergarten-whole/id896015593?mt=8

Careers in Computing

AccessComputing, a National Science Foundation funded project, aims to increase the participation of people with disabilities in computing careers by providing mentoring and funding for career development activities for students with disabilities computing-related fields.

Want to learn more about this project? Please visit:
http://www.washington.edu/accesscomputing/get-involved/students/join-accesscomputing-team

Educating exceptional children

Now in its 14th edition, Educating Exceptional Children introduces readers to thirteen disability categories and discusses the needs of children who are gifted and talented. This edition provides new material about such important hot topics as genetics, neurology, inclusion, assistive technology, and information processing.

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