Human Development Institute

Tag: University Lecture Series

  • The Olmstead Decision and Why It Matters

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    Beth Potter
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    On June 22, 1999, the US Supreme Court held in Olmstead v. L.C. (Olmstead) that unjustified segregation of persons with disabilities constitutes discrimination in violation of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act. This session will provide an overview of Olmstead, including Kentucky’s Olmstead Compliance Plan. Participants will learn how Kentucky’s plan reflects the…

  • Parenting a Child with a Disability

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    Beth Potter
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    This lecture focuses on the experiences of parenting a child with Down Syndrome from the moment of diagnosis to the first day on the job as an adult. We identify important milestones including, but not limited to, rebuilding dreams after diagnosis, developmental milestones through early intervention, preparing for school, cultivating healthy sibling relationships, promoting community…

  • Early Childhood: Learn the Signs. Act Early

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    Beth Potter
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    This lecture provides an overview of the Center for Disease Control’s “Learn the Signs. Act Early” campaign, which addresses the early identification of children with autism and other developmental disabilities so that children and families can access the services and support they need. Christine Hausman

  • Principles to Advance Ideas for Improvement Within a System

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    HDI Staff
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    Those who are closest to the work know the most about it. Often, they have great ideas related to improvement. At the same time, these individuals are often not in a position to compel actions they believe can improve processes and results. Some of the best ideas for improvement and innovation may never see the…

  • Employment First Kentucky

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    HDI Staff
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    Pursuant to Kentucky Revised Statutes 151B.211-214, “is the General Assembly finds and declares that it is thepolicy of the Commonwealth of Kentucky that competitive integrated employment shall be considered the first and primary option for persons with disabilities of working age who desire to become employed.” This policy is intended to increase meaningful opportunities for…

  • HDI Research and Educational Opportunities for UK Students

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    HDI Staff
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    This lecture will explain the interdisciplinary training aspect of the HDI’s Graduate Certificate in Developmental Disabilities, the Undergraduate Certificate in Universal Design, and the Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities (LEND) program, as more on- campus students become involved with HDI projects. The lecture will discuss research opportunities available for students to engage with HDI projects,…

  • Design and Development of Problem-Based Online Learning

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    Online learning has become a mainstay in early care and education professional development. This session is for trainers or faculty interested in developing online training, or for anyone who is training online and would like to make content interactive, engaging, and universally designed. Two stages of development will be discussed, as well as turning problems…

  • Disability Awareness & Universal Design: Supporting All Students

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    HDI Staff
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    This presentation explores barriers faced by people with disabilities in various aspects of life including real life stories. Discussion and activities will consider how Universal Design principles promote accessibility to the broadest array of users, including discussion around etiquette and myths related to a variety of disabilities. Learn about strategies that maximize usability in policy,…

  • Universal Design: Creating Utopia Starts with a Plan

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    Universal Design is creating spaces, products and policies that are usable by the greatest amount of people, and benefit everyone, which results in a reduced need for modifications and accommodations. Universal design principles can build environments that are accessible to the broadest array of users. Learn about strategies that maximize usability in physical and virtual…

  • Assistive Technology

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    This session will explain assistive technology (AT) terminology and practice. We’ll discuss categories of AT, and how it can be applied to promote greater independence across the life span. We’ll examine AT’s usefulness for independent living, employment, community participation, and education. Christina Espinosa, Jason Jones