November 2012 Sharing the Possibilities Todays Objectives Explore the eLearning opportunities available through Perkins Become familiar with the range of content Identify ways in which this can be useful to the field ID: 1042804
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1. Perkins eLearningCharlotte Cushman, M.L.S., M.Ed.November 2012Sharing the Possibilities!
2. Today’s ObjectivesExplore the eLearning opportunities available through PerkinsBecome familiar with the range of contentIdentify ways in which this can be useful to the fieldLearn about how to earn ACVREP and continuing education credits
3. What is Perkins eLearning?Online resources for professional development and support for teachers, families and others interested in the education of children who are blind or visually impaired, including those with additional disabilities and deafblindness
4. Overview of Sites on eLearning PortalThe Activity Bank WorkshopsTutorialsPaths to LiteracyWebinarsWebcastsWonderBabyEducator SeriesScoutTransition Planning AsiaAccessible Science
5. The Activity BankA platform for teachers and others to post activities and practical strategies relating to a range of subjectsOffers continuing education creditsShare and comment on other people’s activitieswww.perkinselearning.org/strategies
6. Online Workshopswww.perkinselearning.org/workshopsOpportunity for educators to earn up to 35 continuing education credits!Topics include: IEPsSocial SkillsAutism & Visual Impairment
7. TutorialsWeb-based, self-guided training materials Bundles of professional development resources Covering a range of topics, including communication, visual impairment & blindness, and curriculum & instructionACVREP and continuing education credits are availablehttp://www.perkins.org/resources/tutorials/
8. Paths to LiteracyInteractive website Collaboration between Perkins and Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired Information on all aspects of literacyIncludes background information, strategies, resources, research, and technology Earn continuing education credits for posting strategieshttp://www.pathstoliteracy.org/
9. WebinarsBroadcast liveFree of chargeInformation on a range of topics related to blindness, including assistive technology, independent living skills, and literacyStreaming video is available within a few days of the original airing.ACVREP and continuing education credits are availablewww.perkins.org/resources/webinars
10. WebcastsAvailable on-demandFree of charge to watchPresented by experts in the fields of visual impairments and deafblindnessTopics include curriculum, assistive technology, families, independent living skills and more!www.perkins.org/resources/webcasts
11. WonderBabySupports parents of children who are blind, including those with multiple disabilitiesRead articles written by parents who want to share what they have learned about raising a child who is blind Find ways to connect with other familieswww.wonderbaby.org
12. Educator SeriesMonthly e-newsletter Online archive Activities, ideas, curriculum, and eLearning opportunities for teachers of the visually impaired (TVIs)http://www.perkins.org/resources/educator-series/
13. ScoutAn information clearinghouse on blindness and visual impairments Searchable list of carefully evaluated resources, articles, and websitesTopics include general information on blindness, support for families, and resources for educators and other professionalshttp://www.perkins.org/resources/scout/
14. Transition Planning AsiaA practical resource for teachers, rehabilitation workers, and parents All aspects of transition for youth in Asia who are blind or visually impaired with additional disabilitiesInteractive features : post case studies, functional activities, resourcesexamples of transition programshttp://www.transitionplanningasia.org/
15. Accessible ScienceCurricular resources for making science accessible to students who are blind or visually impairedTopics: Life Sciences, Physical Sciences, and Technology & EngineeringIncludes ideas for activities & materials http://www.perkins.org/resources/curricular/accessible-science/
16. How to earn creditsContinuing Education Credits free of charge:Posting to Paths to Literacy (2 credits per strategy)Posting to the Activity Bank (2 credits per strategy)ACVREP or Continuing Education Credits for a feeTutorials (bundles of webcasts)WebinarsOnline workshops (not yet available – still in pilot phase)
17. What kind of credit will I receive?AVREP (Academy for Certification of Vision Rehabilitation and Educational Professionals)Continuing Education Credit (depending which state you are from)
18. How much do the credits cost?ACVREP and continuing education credits Based upon clock hours Number of credits will vary, depending on how long or in-depth the materials arePaths to Literacy and The Activity Bank offer free credit in exchange for your posts
19. Posting to Paths to Literacyhttp://www.pathstoliteracy.org/strategiesPost activities or materials you have created or adapted and earn credit!Subject areas:- General Literacy- LMA- Emergent Literacy- Multiple Disabilities- Braille- Struggling Readers- Print- Writing- Dual Media- English Language Learners- Auditory Strategies- Math Literacy
20. Rubric for earning creditTwo credits may be awarded for the successful submission of a strategy or activity to Paths to Literacy http://www.pathstoliteracy.org/strategies.
21. Template for Submitting StrategiesYou must be a registered user and logged in, in order to submit a post.
22. Strategy Post for Paths to LiteracyPosts must have the following elements:TitleDescriptionMaterialsProcedureVariationsAlignment with at least one item in Common Core Standards and/or California Braille Standards Photo of activity
23. Posting to the Activity Bankhttp://www.perkinselearning.org/strategiesSubject Areas:- Adapted Physical Education- Career Education- Early Cognitive Skills/ Concept Development- English Language Arts - Independent Living- Math- Orientation and Mobility- Recreation and Leisure- Science- Social Skills/Sex Education- Social Studies- Technology- The Arts
24. Template for Activity BankYou must be logged in as a registered user in order to add a strategy.Required Fields:TitleDescriptionMaterialsProcedureVariationPhotoSubject Area
25. Earning credit through TutorialsWebcasts and webinars are bundled by topic:Assistive TechnologyCHARGE SyndromeCommunicationCurriculum & InstructionFamiliesIndependent LivingVisual ImpairmentTo earn credit:Watch one or more videos Complete a short test
26. Tutorial topics and creditsCost for tutorials ranges from $25-$99, depending how many credits are awardedThe most comprehensive tutorial:- Watch 8 webcasts- Read accompanying articles - Take a short testEarn 10 ACVREP credits or 10 PDPs
27. Earning credit through WebinarsWebinars can be watched for free at any time or for credit by taking the tutorial.
28. Earning credit through WorkshopsIndividualized Education Programs for Students who are Blind or Visually Impaired including those with Additional Disabilities will be available in January 2013 for 35 credits.Future topics: Sharon Sacks - Social Skills Marilyn Gense - Working with Learners with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Visual Impairments
29. How can these sites be used?Training and professional development for new staff, paraprofessionals, families and others interested in the education of children who are blind or visually impairedSharing ideas!Specialized resourcesOnline arena for discussionsKeeping up with current research Vehicle for earning ACVREP and Continuing Education Credits
30. Contact us!Let us know if you have ideas or questions.Perkins Training & Educational Resources ProgramMary Zatta mary.zatta@perkins.org Charlotte Cushman charlotte.cushman@perkins.org