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A top science adviser is severing ties with Autism Speaks over disagreements with the organization on the issue of vaccine research months after an executive from the organization defected for the same reason.

Computer-Based Assessment and Instruction: Do They Make the Grade?

As the digital age remakes almost all aspects of society, including K-12 public school education, it is no wonder that computer-based assessments and instruction are beginning to make inroads into the classroom, where paper-based approaches have held sway for generations.

Since You’re Not A Kid Anymore It’s Time To Be More In Charge Of Your Health Care

Now That You're In High School It’s Time To Be More In Charge Of Your Health Care

Envisioning My Future: A Young Person’s Guide to Health Care Transition

This 18 minute video teaches teens how communicate effectively with health care providers so that they answer teens' questions and give the information and supports teens need to be more in charge of their own health. Teens will also learn how prepare and give health care providers the information they need to give teens the best possible medical care.

Growing up and becoming an adult is difficult for all youth, but can be especially challenging for young people with special health care needs. This video was developed to help youth and young adults with chronic health conditions and their families be better prepared for adulthood, especially the move from pediatric to adult-oriented health care. This video was developed through a contract from Children's Medical Services to the University of Florida. Run time: 29 minutes  (2007)

In many ways, Jeff Walden is a typical college student, but in some ways he is not. He was born with a severe physical disability that has posed many challenges on his road to independence. This video explores the process of transition from pediatric to adult oriented health care and the influences that have contributed to Jeff's success. Run time: 24 minutes  (2004)

Transition is never easy, however this process is usually more difficult for young adults with special health care needs who have been receiving care from specialized pediatric treatment settings and providers.  This video looks at how Jim and his family prepared for health care transition and their current efforts to complete the process. Run time: 10 minutes  (2001)

The first video podcast in ASL that brings you information on the Americans with Disabilities Act and other disability rights laws.

2009 Summer Institute on Assistive Technology   Register today for the 2009 Online Summer Institute on Assistive & Instructional Tecnology. The Institute will take place July 20-31, 2009. This year's topics are: Use of Social Media Tools and Accessible Instructional Materials: NIMAS and Beyond. Whether you participate in the Institute for continuing education credit or just to increase your knowledge, our faculty of assistive technology experts will share successful strategies and useful resources.  Join colleagues throughout the country from the comfort of your office or home.