Special education

Two Iowa youth honored for volunteerism at national award ceremony in Washington, D.C.

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Monday, April 30, 2018
Ethics, Civil society, Giving, Philanthropy, Altruism, Social ethics, Best Buddies International, Prudential Financial, Volunteering, Special education, Virtue, Human behavior

This opened my eyes to a whole world full of social issues surrounding the population that has special needs."

Key Points: 
  • This opened my eyes to a whole world full of social issues surrounding the population that has special needs."
  • Kaleb started volunteering for organizations that promote inclusion and equality for special needs individuals, such as Special Olympics, Best Buddies and Camp Courageous.
  • In the past 23 years, the program has honored more than 120,000 young volunteers at the local, state and national level.
  • For B-roll of Iowa's honorees at the 2018 national recognition events, contact Prudential's Harold Banks at (973) 216-4833 or [email protected].

Global Autism Spectrum Disorders Market Forecasts 2018-2028: Focus on 22 Major Markets Split by Gender and 5-Year Age Cohort

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Wednesday, April 25, 2018
Psychiatry, Psychiatric diagnosis, Learning disabilities, Abnormal psychology, Pervasive developmental disorders, Health, Autism, Special education, Asperger syndrome, Spectrum disorder, Childhood disintegrative disorder, Outline of autism

The "Epiomic Epidemiology Series: Autism Spectrum Disorders Forecast In 22 Major Markets 2018-2028" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Key Points: 
  • The "Epiomic Epidemiology Series: Autism Spectrum Disorders Forecast In 22 Major Markets 2018-2028" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) or Pervasive Developmental Disorder (PDD) defines a group of developmental disability disorders.
  • These disorders include: Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorder not otherwise specified (PDD-NOS), Asperger syndrome, Rett syndrome and Childhood Disintegrative Disorder (CDD).
  • This report provides the current prevalent population for autism spectrum disorders across 22 Major Markets (USA, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, UK, Poland, Netherlands, Austria, Denmark, Sweden, Russia, Turkey, Japan, China, South Korea, Singapore, India, Australia, Brazil, Mexico) split by gender and 5-year age cohort.

Program to Assist Virginia Students with Disabilities Expands

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Tuesday, April 24, 2018
Education, Educational psychology, Special education, Human behavior, Developmental disability, Peer mentoring, Learning disability

ALEXANDRIA, Va., April 24, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) Alexandria Campus and College Steps announced a new partnership to enhance the college experience for students with disabilities, including but not limited to Autism Spectrum Disorders, Learning Disabilities, and Developmental Disabilities.

Key Points: 
  • ALEXANDRIA, Va., April 24, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) Alexandria Campus and College Steps announced a new partnership to enhance the college experience for students with disabilities, including but not limited to Autism Spectrum Disorders, Learning Disabilities, and Developmental Disabilities.
  • "We are thrilled to expand upon this partnership NOVA currently has with College Steps to better serve our students."
  • It serves both high school transition students interested in a college-primer experience prior to graduation, as well as students already enrolled in college.
  • Students work with trained peer mentors who are supported by a full-time, on-site Program Coordinator.

John's Crazy Socks Owners Represent The National Down Syndrome Society Before Congress On Importance Of Ending The Practice Of Paying Individuals With Disabilities Subminimum Wage

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Tuesday, May 8, 2018
Down syndrome, National Down Syndrome Society, Special education, Genetics, Medicine, NDSS

At NDSS, we aren't just focused on creating jobs, we are focused on creating career opportunities for all individuals with Down syndrome."

Key Points: 
  • At NDSS, we aren't just focused on creating jobs, we are focused on creating career opportunities for all individuals with Down syndrome."
  • While we are successful small business owners, we are also paving the way for other individuals with differing abilities," Mark said.
  • To learn more about John's Crazy Socks and how to get involved with the National Down Syndrome Society, please visit www.johnscrazysocks.com and www.ndss.org .
  • The National Down Syndrome Society is the leading human rights organization for all individuals with Down syndrome.

Canvas Celebrates National Teacher Appreciation Day, Launches Nationwide 'Teacher of the Year' Awards

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Tuesday, May 8, 2018
Education, Channel 5, Digital television, Internet television, TalkTalk Group, YouView, Educational technology, Canvas element, Instructure, Special education, K12, Cloud computing

Each winner will receive:

Key Points: 
  • Each winner will receive:
    Complimentary registration code to InstructureCon 2018 (July 24-26, 2018)
    Inclusion in a national press release, Canvas blog, and Canvas social media channels
    Nominations will be judged on the following criteria:
    How does this teacher redefine traditional classroom activities to prepare students for college and careers?
  • Through open, usable, cloud-based technologies, Canvas enables easy integration of the content, tools and services that teachers need and students want.
  • So, in the end, investing in 21st-century education technology actually makes teaching and learning easier (like it's supposed to).
  • Learn more about Canvas for higher ed and K12, and Bridge for the corporate market, at www.Instructure.com .