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  • Live or Work Near Worcester?  Take the City's Office on Disabilities Survey: How You'd Like to Celebrate 25 Years of the ADA

    Posted Wednesday December 10 2014 at 9:37 pm in News

    City of Worcester

    The City of Worcester's Office on Disabilities contacted us to get the word out that they are seeking your input.  Please take their short, online survey.

    "July 2015 is the 25th Anniversary of the American with Disabilities Act, the civil rights legislation for people with disabilities.  The City of Worcester is working with community partners who work with people with disabilities.  We are gathering information about how the community would like to celebrate this special occasion.  This can be done by completing our Celebrate 25 Years of the ADA Survey."

    Thank you.



    Free Webinar: Using iMovie to Create Video Self-Modeling with Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders

    Posted Tuesday December 09 2014 at 11:06 pm in Education

    Student with iPad

    Video can be used in a number of ways to enhance classroom instruction.  A review will be provided of a creative use of video in the classroom.  A rationale will be offered.  Uses and applications will be discussed.  Step by step instruction will be provided in the use of iMovie to create video projects.  Basic video making techniques will be highlighted for student production and editing of a project.  Technical challenges and potential solutions will be addressed.

    The use of technology to create video supports the principles of universal design.

    Takeaways:
    1. How to take a good video
    2. How to use iMovie app
    3. How to apply the use of video in classroom context

    Level: Beginner/Intermediate
    December 16, 2014  3-4pm

    Register Here



    ASL Interpreted Critter Day at Boston Children's Museum

    Posted Saturday December 06 2014 at 6:32 pm in Cultural Inclusion

    Boy Petting Reptile

    Are snakes really slimy?  How many teeth does an alligator have?  Can a turtle climb out of its shell?  Find out the answers to these and other questions as we celebrate the scaly creatures of the animal kingdom - the reptiles!

    December 20, 2014  11:30 am and 12:30 pm  ASL-Interpreted
    Free with paid Museum admission.

    For more information, visit the Museum website or contact:
    Saki Iwamoto, Health and Wellness Educator
    Iwamoto@BostonChildrensMuseum.org
    617-986-3697