SPLASH
(Strategies for Programming Longitudinally for All Students with Severe Handicaps)
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Goal: To support teachers in the education of students with significant cognitive disabilities with a focus of Access to the General Curriculum and Inclusive Programming.

SPLASH will consist of twelve 3 hour modules of instruction available through the University of Kentucky Blackboard (Bb) system. Each module will have a similar structure and consist of an overview, lecturettes (PowerPoint and audio), activities, and discussion board, released at intervals from October through May. There will be an orientation meeting on October 5th, 2006, in Lexington, to introduce participants to the Bb system and give an overview of expectations. In April HDI will hold a closing session with a national speaker, a review of the modules, and a plan for continuing best practice.

Module topics will include:
  • Orientation;
  • Access to the General Curriculum - a process for access, Universal Design for Learning, Assistive Technology;
  • Accommodating the Unique Characteristics of Learners with Significant Cognitive Disabilities;
  • Communication;
  • Instruction and Assessment Methods;
  • Positive Behavior Supports;
  • IEP Planning;
  • Collaborative Partnerships;
  • Transitions;
  • Administrative Leadership Module.
(See letter sent to all Directors of Special Education for complete information)
REGISTRATION:
To register for SPLASH, complete the information below by Tuesday, September 27th, 2006. You will be assigned a UK account so that you may sign-up for SPLASH modules through Blackboard.
Click here to go to the Registration page.