Wednesday, September 27, 2017

Update: Location Change and Date Change for Regional Workshops

The Indiana Resource Center for Autism is announcing a location change and a date change for two of its regional workshops entitled "When Behavior Interferes with Learning: Strategies for Understanding and Managing Challenging Behaviors." The new dates and locations are:

October 2, 2017 - Hammond
October 10, 2017 - Mishawaka
October 11, 2017 - Liberty (location change - previously Connersville)
October 25, 2017 - Indianapolis (Southside)
October 26, 2017 - Zionsville
October 28, 2017 - Vincennes (date change - previously 10/27)
October 31, 2017 - Rensselaer

To find out more information about the workshop and to register, please visit:

Tuesday, September 26, 2017

Can I tell you about multiple sclerosis?: A guide for friends, family and professionals


Can I tell you about multiple sclerosis?: A guide for friends, family and professionals is 48-page book written for kids ages 7-12 that will help them learn about multiple sclerosis and its effect on a person's body and their family.

"This illustrated book will be an ideal introduction to MS for children from the age of 7, as well as older readers. It will help family, friends and carers to better understand and explain MS, and will be an excellent starting point for group discussions." -publisher

Want to check it out? Email us at libiidc@indiana.edu or use worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.

Monday, September 25, 2017

When Behavior Interferes with Learning: Strategies for Understanding and Managing Challenging Behaviors

Staff at the Indiana Resource Center for Autism have announced a new workshop called "When Behavior Interferes with Learning: Strategies for Understanding and Managing Challenging Behaviors." If you work with students who have challenging or difficult behaviors (regardless of their diagnostic label), this workshop may be relevant to you. Strategies offered in the workshop may be applicable to students without disabilities as well as those with disabilities.

This workshop will be offered in the following regions:
October 2, 2017 - Hammond;
October 10, 2017 - Mishawaka;
October 11, 2017 - Liberty (Note: location change; previously Connersville);
October 25, 2017 - Indianapolis (Southside);
October 26, 2017 - Zionsville; 
October 27, 2017 - Vincennes;
October 31, 2017 - Rensselaer

To learn more about this workshop and to register, please visit:
https://www.iidc.indiana.edu/pages/when-behavior-interferes-with-learning-strategies-for-understanding-and-managing-challenging-behaviors

Thursday, September 21, 2017

Still Time to Register!


Learn It Today, Use It Tomorrow

Presenter: Sarah Ward, M.S., CCC-SLP

October 4, 2017
Indianapolis, Indiana

Sponsored by the Indiana Resource Center for Autism
In Collaboration with MSD of Lawrence Township

Workshop Overview
This is a practical strategies seminar! First you will learn how to clearly define what the executive function skills are for the purpose of determining the most effective treatment interventions. Understand the development of the executive function skills and what is meant by the term “executive dysfunction.” You will learn dozens of functional, ready-to-use strategies for teaching students how to develop the executive function skills. Teach students to develop a “memory for the future”, to devise plans to achieve their goal, to use self talk, to self initiate, to transition to the next task of higher priority, and to control their impulses and emotions to successfully complete a task.

Want to learn more? Please visit:
https://www.iidc.indiana.edu/pages/learn-it-today-use-it-tomorrow

Tuesday, September 19, 2017

Addressing the Social, Emotional, Behavioral and Mental Health Needs of Our Students


Looking for a workshop on strategies to use for kids with mental health concerns in schools? The Indiana School Mental Health Initiative at the Indiana Resource Center for Autism will be sponsoring a one-day workshop to be held in seven different locations throughout the state. The goal of this workshop is to delve deeply into how stress and adversity affect brain architecture, therefore affecting behavior and learning. Attendees will walk away with strategies that they can begin to implement immediately in their classrooms and schools.

For more information on this workshop and the dates, locations, and registration, please visit:
https://www.iidc.indiana.edu/pages/addressing-the-social-emotional-behavioral-and-mental-health-needs

Friday, September 15, 2017


Success with IEPs: Solving five common implementation challenges in the classroom is a short 64-page guide for teachers that offers "practical, research-based advice and solutions to five of the most common challenges posed by IEPs: understanding the full scope of the teacher's role, doing the critical prep work for IEP meetings, offering modifications and accommodations, contributing to the IEP team, and monitoring student progress.

"Author and educator Vicki Caruana explores principles that debunk some common misconceptions about how to work with students with disabilities. She offers insights, tips, and strategies that will help teachers fine-tune their practice to better meet each child's unique needs. For teachers uncertain of their ability to meet the needs of students with IEPs, this manageable guide is a great place to start." -publisher

Want to check it out? Email us at libiidc@indiana.edu or use worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.

Thursday, September 14, 2017

Baxter turns down his buzz


"Written for children ages 4 to 8 with ADHD and impulsiveness, Baxter turns down his buzz: A story for little kids about ADHD is the story of a high-energy rabbit who learns to control his activity level. His uncle Barnaby guides Baxter through the steps necessary to "turn down his buzz" through behavioral strategies like mindfulness, progressive relaxation, and visualization, rather than medication. Also includes a "Note to Parents and Caregivers." -publisher

Want to check it out? Email us at libiidc@indiana.edu or use worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.

Tuesday, September 12, 2017

Learn It Today, Use It Tomorrow

Learn It Today, Use It Tomorrow is a practical strategies seminar for SLPs and other professionals as well as family members with children who have executive function deficits. This workshop is sponsored by the Indiana Resource Center for Autism in collaboration with MSD of Lawrence Township and will be held on October 4, 2017, in Indianapolis.

For details on the seminar and to register, please visit:
https://www.iidc.indiana.edu/pages/learn-it-today-use-it-tomorrow

Monday, September 11, 2017

Library Closings for this Week

The Library at the Indiana Institute on Disability and Community will be closed today. If you need to return library materials today, the Institute's receptionist will be available to take them for you.

On Wednesday, the whole Institute will be closed for a staff retreat. If library materials need to be returned, please return them at any of the Indiana University campus libraries statewide.

Thank you!

Friday, September 1, 2017

Library Holiday Hours and What's New

September is here! It's cooler--can you feel it? Monday is Labor Day, and the Library will be closed that day, but we'll be back open on Tuesday the 5th.

But before we get too far into September, let's take a look back at the new items that were received in the Library during August. Items range from the ADA, emotions, mental health, inclusion and more.

To view the full list, please visit:
http://www.iidc.indiana.edu/pages/whats-new