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Resources & MaterialsTraining Webinars, Videos, and MaterialsThe Utah Parent Center is very excited to announce that you can access various webinars, trainings, presentations, and information related to different events that we host. Please make sure that you have speakers connected to your computer. In order for you to view any of these webinars, Wimba (the web conferencing software used by the Utah Parent Center) will need to take you through a couple of simple steps. The steps will ensure that your computer is ready to view the webinar. Training ModulesParents as Partners in the IEP Process From NO Where to KNOW Where: Transition to Adult Services WebinarsWhat is a webinar? A webinar provides you with the opportunity to obtain valuable information from the comfort of your home, office, or other location. On your computer you will be able to view the PowerPoint slides while you listen to the presenter. Following you will find links to webinars that have been hosted by the Utah Parent Center. Prior to viewing any of the following webinars, you will need to run the WimbaMedia wizard. It can be accessed by visiting: http://67.202.210.77/wizard/launcher.cgi?wc=wms If you need help or more instructions on setting up your computer to view any of these webinars or if you receive any error messages, visit: http://d2.parature.com/ics/support/default.asp?deptID=8052. If you are still experiencing problems, contact Katie Rowley at the Utah Parent Center. Special WebinarsMay 19, 2009 – Big Changes at DSPD – Ready or Not…Here They Come! Presented by: Alan Ormsby, Division of Services for People with Disabilities Running Time: 1 hour 51 minutes In this webinar, Alan Ormsby, the current director of the Division of Services for People with Disabilities talks about the recent changes that are happening within DSPD and how the changes will impact families across Utah. Click here to view the archive of this webinar.
Individualized Education Program (IEP) WebinarsThanks to a special one-time grant we have received from the Interagency Outreach Training Initiative (IOTI) for 2008 – 2009, we were able to host three unique webinars on individualized education programs (IEP) for individuals with disabilities. The following will allow you to link to the archives of these webinars. The archives are available only after the webinar has occurred. Please take the time to complete the brief evaluation that will appear at the conclusion of the webinar.May 12, 2009 – Assessment: What Parents Need to Know About Students with Disabilities' Participation in Schoolwide Assessments Presented by: Wendy Carver, Utah State Office of Education Running Time: 1 hour 11 minutes In this webinar, Wendy focuses on the assessments that all students, including students with disabilities take, how accommodations are selected, and how and when they can be used. May 21, 2009 – Everything You’ve Always Wanted to Ask about the IEP and the Special Education Process and Early Dispute Resolutions: Questions and Answers Presented by: Glenna Gallo, Utah State Office of Education; and Adina Zahradnikova, Disability Law Center Running Time: 58 minutes In this webinar, the presenters focus on how using the IEP process correctly and using early dispute resolution options can help to resolve problems. Time was allowed for participants to ask questions.
May 27, 2009 – Positive Behavioral Supports: How Using Positive Behavioral Supports and the IEP Process to Deal with Behavior Problems can Help Prevent Discipline Problems at School and at Home Presented by: Rebecca Turley, Utah Parent Center Running Time: 1 hour 13 minutes Click here to view the archive of this webinar.
Transition to Adult Services WebinarsThanks to a special one-time grant we have received from the Interagency Outreach Training Initiative (IOTI) for 2008 – 2009, we were able to host three unique webinars on transition to adult services for individuals with disabilities. The following will allow you to link to the archives of these webinars. The archives are available only after the webinar has occurred. Please take the time to complete the brief evaluation that will appear at the conclusion of the webinar.April 21, 2009 – Planning for Employment for Students with Disabilities Presented by: Carol Ruddell, Work Ability Utah Running Time: 1 hour 18 minutes In this webinar, Carol presents on the different supports and services people with disabilities can access in order to be successfully employed. There are many new programs that help people keep their benefits while employed. Parents and students should learn about the various options and make connections while students are still in school. Click here to view the archive of this webinar. Click here to view the transcript of this webinar.
May 5, 2009 – What Students with Disabilities Need to Know about Going to College Presented by: Steven Lewis, Salt Lake Community College Running Time: 54 minutes In this webinar, Steven discusses what college or university programs are appropriate, the availability of support services, campus accessibility, what accommodations are available, whether to take a part-time or full class load, and documentation required to obtain services. Preparation for postsecondary education also includes the skills necessary for the student to become a self-advocate and deal with both the academic and social challenges presented by college.
May 19, 2009 – What Parents and Youth Should Know About Transition Presented by: Susan Loving, Utah State Office of Education Running Time: 49 minutes In this webinar, Susan discusses what parents and students should do in order to work with the school to plan a successful transition.
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