Networks' Adaptations for Living

SEASON 1, EPISODE 9: LET’S GET COMFORTABLE! _understanding sensory processing and differences in ourselves and others _ RECORDING DATE: July 8, 2019 TRANSCRIPT: Download available here: https://bit.ly/2zi71HK [https://bit.ly/2zi71HK] Keywords: Sensory processing, sensory modulation, adaptations for sensory differences, sensory differences, sensory comfort Episode summary: This informational session was developed to help provide a greater understanding of sensory processing and sensory differences in ourselves and others. The purpose is to provide guidance and support for sensory needs by providing examples of strategies for all areas of sensory processing to help us feel comfortable at home, work, school, and in the communities in which we live. Topical Index: * Introduction [00:01] * Our eight senses [01:34] * Hyposensitivity [04:50] * Hypersensitivity [07:54] * Sensory self awareness [10;11] * Auditory Sensitivity [12:05] * Visual Sensitivity [15:24] * Tactile or Touch Sensitivity [19:08] * Olfactory Sensitivity or Sensitivity to Smell [23:31] * Vestibular or Movement Sensitivity [25:50] * Proprioception or Body Awareness [30:07] * Oral Motor Sensitivity [34:10] * Self Application [36:53] * Sensory Input [37:38] * Sensory Modulation [38:09] * Closing [40:29] Subscribe to our podcast. Find out more at https://networks-adaptations-for-livin.pinecast.co [https://networks-adaptations-for-livin.pinecast.co] This podcast is powered by Pinecast [https://pinecast.com].

SEASON 1, EPISODE 8: ACCESSIBILITY THROUGH COLLABORATION RECORDING DATE: September 8, 2018 TRANSCRIPT: Download available here: https://bit.ly/3cHHaYp [https://bit.ly/3cHHaYp] Keywords: product development, usability, accessible products, collaboration during product development, collaboration, Washington University, accessible glucose monitor Episode Summary: This episode explores the potential benefits when product developers include end-users throughout the development process. The gains for true accessibility are explored. Topical Index: * Introduction [00:07] * The problem [00:47] * Current solutions [03:33] * Collaboration [06;15] * The solution [07:53] * Lessons to be Learned [12:04] * Closing [13:24] Resources: * Talk is Cheap But Access is Golden - Connie Kleinbeckhttps://www.nfb.org/sites/www.nfb.org/files/images/nfb/publications/vod/vod [https://www.nfb.org/sites/www.nfb.org/files/images/nfb/publications/vod/vod]241/vodwin0910.htm * American Council of the Blind Diabetes Resourceshttps://acb.org/diabetic-resources [https://acb.org/diabetic-resources] * National Federation of the Blind Diabetes Resourceshttps://www.nfb.org/search?keys=diabetes&form [https://www.nfb.org/search?keys=diabetes&form]buildid=form-OsI9H94Y8ckySnf8qGBNhzRlIy3e3evP1mZsmrozl5s&formid=searchapipageblockformsearch Subscribe to our podcast Find out more at https://networks-adaptations-for-livin.pinecast.co [https://networks-adaptations-for-livin.pinecast.co] This podcast is powered by Pinecast [https://pinecast.com].

EPISODE 7: ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY & SPECIAL EDUCATION LAW In Summary - What Can We Do? RECORDING DATE: 2008 TRANSCRIPT: Download available here: https://bit.ly/2xaB97i [https://bit.ly/2xaB97i] Keywords: Assistive Technology, responsibilities to students, opening conversations about AT, consequences of school failure, compensatory education, Judy Gran Episode Summary: Today's episode closes out the Assistive Technology & Special Education Law series with a brief conversation about what we can do to promote assistive technology implementation in schools, and the repercussions of choosing to do nothing. Subscribe to our podcast Notes go here Find out more at https://networks-adaptations-for-livin.pinecast.co [https://networks-adaptations-for-livin.pinecast.co] This podcast is powered by Pinecast [https://pinecast.com].

EPISODE 6: ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY & SPECIAL ED. LAW PART 6 - Assistive Technology, LRE, and the IEP RECORDING DATE: 2008 TRANSCRIPT: Download available here: https://bit.ly/2UNEDpc [https://bit.ly/2UNEDpc] Keywords: LRE, least restrictive environments, IEP, implementation of assistive technology, mainstream, assistive technology, special ed law, compensatory education, Judy Gran Episode Summary: Today's Episode is the 6th part of a seven-part series on Assistive Technology and Special Education Law. Part 6 explores the impact assistive technology can have on providing the least restrictive environment for students (LRE), and the importance of following recommendations in the IEP. Topical Index: * Introduction [00:00] * Jason - Assistive Technology and LRE [00:28] * David - Assistive Technology and the IEP [01:58] * David - Failure to properly implement assistive technology [02:53] * David - the need to provide instruction in use of AT [03:46] * Raphael - Independent AT evaluation [04:28] * Raphael - Need for staff to be trained in use of AT [05:17] * Raphael - failure to use mainstream technology that already exists [07:56] * Lessons to be Learned [09:18] * Closing [10:56] Subscribe to our podcast Notes go here Find out more at https://networks-adaptations-for-livin.pinecast.co [https://networks-adaptations-for-livin.pinecast.co] This podcast is powered by Pinecast [https://pinecast.com].

EPISODE 5: CASE LAW - FAILURE TO IMPLEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS FOR ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY RECORDING DATE: 2008 TRANSCRIPT: Download available here: https://bit.ly/39X2qHT [https://bit.ly/39X2qHT] Keywords: Assistive Technology, special education law, Special ed. Law, Compensatory Ed., Compensatory Education, Judy Gran, Failure to Implement Assistive Technology, Schools and Special Ed Law Episode summary: This episode is Part 5 of a 7-part series on Assistive Technology and Special Ed. Law presented in 2008 to graduate students at Arcadia University. Although recorded some time ago, the principles and lessons learned are relevant today, and much of the regulations are the same. Topical Index: * Introduction [00:00] * Christy - Failure to Evaluate [00:22] * Carola - Failure to provide recommended AT [01;48] * Failure to provide training for recommended AT [02:23] * Failure to implement AT recommendations in a timely manner [03:24] * Hakeem - Failure to provide AT across all environments [03:46] * Alba - history of the case [05:46] * Alba - AT recommendations ignored by school [06:40] * Alba - Failure to teach [08:03] * Alba - program finally provided [08:34] * Alba - additional compensatory education sought [09:11] * Alba's hearing - relief denied [10:27] * Alba - federal court reverses decision [11:13] * Closing [13:56] Subscribe to our podcast Find out more at https://networks-adaptations-for-livin.pinecast.co [https://networks-adaptations-for-livin.pinecast.co] This podcast is powered by Pinecast [https://pinecast.com].