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What:
Classifiers are a feature used in ASL to describe objects: a surface, the depth and width of things, the volume or amount of a liquid or a gas, the external shape of an object or the movement of large groups of persons or things. The goal of this training is to introduce you to the rules for production of classifiers and to cover a variety of content areas you will encounter in the K-12 setting where classifiers are necessary. We will use new classroom content for practice purposes with a focus on Science, Social Studies and History.

When:
Saturday, December 7, 2013
9:00 am - 1:00 pm Mountain

Where:
Montana School for the Deaf and Blind
3911 Central Ave.
Great Falls, MT 59405

Cost:
The Montana Office of Public Instruction is happy to announce that it will sponsor all four (4) video conferences.

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If you want to register to attend on-location at the School for the Deaf and Blind, please send your name, address, phone number, E-mail address and the name of the video conference(s) you want to attend to Francisco J. Román at froman@mt.gov, 444-1373 (fax) or by mail at Office of Public Instruction, PO Box 202501, Helena, MT 59620

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What:
This video conference will focus on the skills necessary to effectively interpret for child signers. We will discuss techniques to enhance comprehension skills and techniques to facilitate delivery of an equivalent message. We will look at child signers of all ages across the K-12 setting. The training will incorporate some lecture, some small group work and some large group discussions. The goal of this training is to introduce you to a variety of practice strategies that you can incorporate as part of your professional development plan.

When:
Saturday, October 12, 2013
9:00 am - 1:00 pm Mountain

Where:
Montana School for the Deaf and Blind
3911 Central Ave.
Great Falls, MT 59405

Cost:
The Montana Office of Public Instruction is happy to announce that it will sponsor all four (4) video conferences.

Register for this event:
If you want to register to attend on-location at the School for the Deaf and Blind, please send your name, address, phone number, E-mail address and the name of the video conference(s) you want to attend to Francisco J. Román at froman@mt.gov, 444-1373 (fax) or by mail at Office of Public Instruction, PO Box 202501, Helena, MT 59620

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What:
The Common Core State Standards for Mathematical Content are designed to be focused and coherent in order to improve mathematics achievement. These content standards are articulated over time as a sequence of topics and performances that are logical and move students to deeper understanding of mathematics. The standards stress conceptual understanding of key mathematical ideas and incorporate research-based learning progressions about how students mathematical knowledge, skill, and understanding develop over time. These workshops are presented as a series of four sessions. Each session will build on the previous sessions. Participants must attend all four sessions.

When:
Grades K-5 Series: October 1, 2013; November 12, 2013; January 21, 2014; & February 25, 2014
Grades 6-12 Series: October 3, 2013; November 14, 2013; January 23, 2014; & February 27, 2014
All sessions 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Mountain, registration each session 7:30 am - 8:00 am

Where:
MSU Billings, College of Education Building, Room 122
1500 University Dr.
Billings, MT 59101

Cost/Credits:
No Charge. 28 OPI Renewal Units, College Credit Pending.

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What:
If you have younger kids, please consider sending them to Eagle Mount's Kids Night Out.  It happens one Saturday a month and is like Saturday Night Out but for younger children.  You have to RSVP for each one individually.

When:
Saturday, September 14, 2013
4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Mountain

Where:
Eagle Mount
6901 Goldenstein Lane
Bozeman, MT 59715

Cost:
No cost

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What:
As a young person with a developmental disability transitioning from high school to your adult life, you've probably been thinking about where you want to live after you graduate. (In an apartment with friends?  In a college dorm? In your own condo or house?) You can start planning NOW to create the future living situation you want. One of our presenters will describe how she made her housing dream come true. Our second presenter will introduce you to Montana options and resources that can help you achieve your housing goals, whatever they might be.

When:
Tuesday, September 17, 2013
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Mountain

Cost:
No cost

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What:
Plan to attend this two day symposium featuring presentations from experts in the fields of special education law and advocacy, effective teaching practices, ABA therapy, transition services and customized employment, juvenile justice crossover, and more. Ron Hager, Senior Staff Attorney with the National Disability Rights Network will be the Keynote Speaker and a presenter. Ron has
specialized in disability law, particularly special education, since 1979.

When:
October 3-4, 2013

Where:
Flathead Valley Community College
Kalispell, Montana

Cost:
Parents, Family Members, and Students: $25
Attorneys receiving 6.25 CLE credits: $185
Teachers receiving CEU/TRU credit (approval pending): $185
Administrators, Service Providers, Counselors: $185

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What:
The webinar will describe and discuss strategies for implementing AAC systems across the day and in multiple settings. Implementation can be one of the most challenging parts of AAC and requires collaboration by multiple team members. The webinar will explain the importance of recognizing and creating communication opportunities throughout the day. The webinar will give examples and suggestions of implementation strategies related to multiple settings, including home, school and in the community. This training is appropriate for professionals and family members who support a person or people using an AAC system to gain information and ideas for implementation of that system in multiple settings.

When:
Thursday, September 26, 2013
1:00 pm Mountain

Cost:
No cost

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Course # 3236 - 6 OPI Renewal Units

What:
ReadWell is an evidenced-based comprehensive reading program.  Participants will become familiar with both the whole class and the small group components of ReadWell.  The instructional presentation skills necessary to effectively and efficiently teach for mastery will be modeled and opportunities for practice will be provided. Target Audience:  K-2 Teachers, Reading Specialists, Special Educators, Paraeducators, Administrators, Parents

When:
Friday, September 27, 2013
9:00 am - 4:00 pm Mountain

Where:
Ramsay Elementary School
3 Russell Street
Ramsay, MT 59748

Cost:
No cost

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Course # 3238 - 6 OPI Renewal Units

What:
When upper elementary or secondary students fail written assessments, teachers often assume it's because they lack specific content knowledge. But what if it's simply because they cannot read the multisyllabic words? All reading consists of three components: word identification, vocabulary, and comprehension. Word identification is often overlooked and can be the root of students' failure. Hear about new evidence-based data on prefixes, suffixes, and Greek roots occurring most often in content-area words that supports a shared responsibility for strengthening students' literacy skills. Discover quick, formative assessments for upper elementary and secondary teachers that measure students' ability to use knowledge of syllable types, syllable division patterns, and common morphemes (e.g., prefixes, suffixes, Greek roots) to decode multisyllabic words. The CORE Teaching Reading Sourcebook, a comprehensive resource in teaching research based reading instruction, is used during the session as a resource in helping teachers improve instruction in multisyllabic word instruction.

When:
Thursday, Sept. 26, 2013
8:30 am - 3:30 pm Mountain

Where:
Bozeman Public Library
626 E. Main
Bozeman, MT

Cost:
No cost

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Course # 3237 - 6 OPI Renewal Units

What:
It is well known among secondary teachers that an increasing number of students are ill equipped to read and comprehend the textbooks designed for proficient secondary readers.  Reading instruction is a responsibility shared by all teachers, regardless of level or content. Educators who accept this idea are already a step ahead - but for secondary teachers who may have never had the opportunity to learn how to teach basic reading strategies, the task is daunting.  This session will examine Before, During, and After reading strategies that can be applied in all content area classrooms and support increased comprehension of the text. When all subject area teachers have students use common strategies, it leads to greater independence, more responsibility in the learning, and increased student outcomes for all students.

When:
Wednesday, September 25, 2013
8:30 am - 3:30 pm Mountain

Where:
Bozeman Public Library
626 E. Main
Bozeman, MT

Cost:
No cost

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What:
We have all heard the hype about iPads and how this mobile device will change the way that we use technology, but what does that mean for education? If you are looking for an interactive, hands-on workshop that will help you realize the power of this device and how it can be used in a K-12 classroom, then this is the one for you. This workshop is designed to introduce educators to using the iPad as a tool to enhance their teaching and thus improve student learning. This course looks at iPad basic operations as well as advance configurations and use as a teaching tool integrated into existing content. During this workshop you will have the opportunity to discover the countless ways you can use this device to change the way you "do" education. This workshop will assist you in learning the basics of working with your iPad, how to research apps to determine which ones are right for your classroom, and introduce the many accessories that can be added to your iPad to extend its functionality. This workshop is for the beginner to the old pro.

When:
September 25-26, 2013

Where:
Montana State University
College of Education, Room 122
1500 University Dr.
Billings, MT 59101

Cost:
Free of charge

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What:
The Montana School for the Deaf and the Blind is offering a free Braille inservice. Lodging on campus will be available to participants on a first-come first-served basis. The inservice is titled "Untangling the Dots." CEU/renewal units and university credits are available.

When:
October 17-18, 2013

Where:
Montana School for the Deaf & Blind
3911 Central Av.
Great Falls, MT 59404

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What:
This workshop is designed for the general population and those interested in learning basic skills to prevent suicide.
WORKSHOP OBJECTIVES:
1. Increase awareness of ways to address stigma and suicide in our rural Montana culture.
2. Gain insight regarding suicide ideation related to issues of mental illness.
3. Appreciate ways and resources that foster life oriented recovery.
4. Engage in open dialogue which contributes to increased understanding and hopefulness for suicide risk recovery.
5. Describe basic skills to intervene with persons at risk of suicide.
6. Explore how Montana communities can address creating a culture for suicide prevention.

When:
Monday, September 30, 2013
8:00 am - 4:00 pm Mountain

Where:
Mansfield Center
Located in the Yellowstone Medical Center West
2900 12th Ave. N.
Billings, MT 59102 (west side St. Vincent Healthcare)

Cost:
$25.00 per person, light lunch and refereshments included.

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What:
The Helena Chapter of Montana Association for Education of Young Children is having a conference for Early Childhood Professionals across the state. The conference will provide education for those who work in the early childhood field. The education is focused on: Honoring Our Children : culture in working with young children.

When:
October 25 - 26, 2013

Where:
Red Lion Colonial Hotel
2301 Colonial Dr.
Helena, MT 59601

Cost:
$150.00 per person full conference or $75.00 single day fee

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What:
A series of classes using the "Think Social" Curriculum to help kids ages 9-14 who need extra support. Participants will increase confidence and self-esteem, learn to work with other, improve communication and listening skills, enhance coping skills, practice etiquette and social skills, and learn to manage conflict. Two groups are available, one for all boys and one for all girls.

When:
Thursdays between September 26, - November 14th, 2013
4:45 pm - 6:15 pm Mountain

Where:
Easter Seals-Goodwill
800 Kensington, Suite 100
Missoula, MT 59801

Cost and Registration:
$200.00 for the entire 8 week session
To register contact Abby Hood at abigailh@esgw.org or call 406-217-8768

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What:
A series of classes using the "Think Social" Curriculum to help kids ages 9-14 who need extra support. Participants will increase confidence and self-esteem, learn to work with other, improve communication and listening skills, enhance coping skills, practice etiquette and social skills, and learn to manage conflict. Two groups are available, one for all boys and one for all girls.

When:
Wednesdays between September 25, - November 13th, 2013
4:45 pm - 6:15 pm Mountain

Where:
Easter Seals-Goodwill
800 Kensington, Suite 100
Missoula, MT 59801

Cost and Registration:
$200.00 for the entire 8 week session
To register contact Abby Hood at abigailh@esgw.org or call 406-217-8768

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What:
This evidence-based visual support strategy has proven effective in meeting the learning and behavioral needs for students of all ages with ASD. This fast-paced webinar will define, for participants, the function or purpose of individual visual schedules and share critical design decisions for creating schedules for all students with ASD. Low tech to high tech examples of individual visual schedules will be shared, including iTechnology visual schedule apps.

When:
Thursday, January 9, 2014
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm Mountain

Cost:
$55.00 per person

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What:
The student has used the same computer year after year. Suddenly, a rush of new technology filters its way into the classroom! Which apps and programs have functionalities that "cross all platforms," from computer to IOS to the Android platform, with switch, text-to-speech, word banks and more? Examples demonstrated will include creating switch access to an eBook on a computer, switch access to that same eBook on an iPad and Android device, text-to-speech support for a writing document when starting on one platform, then moving to another to continue writing and more.

When:
Monday, December 16, 2013
9:00 am - 10:30 am Mountain

Cost:
$55.00 per person

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What:
How do you work with a mixed environment of iPads and Android devices? See the similarities, as well as the differences, between the hardware platforms, what apps and programs can be used by both, multiple options for moving files between the different devices, document cameras that can broadcast to both platforms at the same time and more! See them all as just tools for learning and teaching.

When:
Monday, December 2, 2013
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm Mountain

Cost:
$55.00 per person

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What:
Aurasma is a new free app on the scene for both IOS and Android. It is similar to using QR codes, but without the need to print out or stick a code onto a page. Instead, it uses the image of the page as the "trigger" to play a video, display text, play a sound, etc. when the page or image is viewed using the app, through your device's camera. This session will demonstrate how to use Aurasma, the differences between using it and QR codes to adapt materials, ideas for use and requirements for use.

When:
Monday, November 18, 2013
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm Mountain

Cost:
$55.00 per person