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Resources on Autism Spectrum Disorders

The National Professional Development Center on Autism Spectrum Disorders has posted a number of resources for the public on their Web site, including: (1) Evidence-Based Practices for Children and Youth with Autism Spectrum Disorders; (2) Autism Internet Modules; and (3) Foundations of Autism Spectrum Disorders Online Course content. To learn more, go to http://www.fpg.unc.edu/~autismPDC/resources/resources_public_ebp.cfm  and http://www.fpg.unc.edu/~autismPDC/resources/resources_public_ebp.cfm 

The National Professional Development Center on Autism Spectrum Disorders is a multi-university center, funded through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Special Education Programs to promote the use of evidence-based practices for children and youth with autism spectrum disorders. Information on becoming a state partner is available at http://www.fpg.unc.edu/~autismPDC/training/index.cfm and  http://www.fpg.unc.edu/~autismPDC/training/index.cfm

Source: National Professional Development Center on Autism Spectrum Disorders - Retrieved October 22, 2009; NECTAC eNotes October 23, 2009


Free Publication Offers Diverse Views of Early Childhood Inclusion

How can families and early childhood professionals provide quality, inclusive early childhood education for young children with and without disabilities? That's the question posed in the Summer/Fall issue of Impact. In its pages, parents reflect on their experiences with early childhood education and inclusion for their children - what was helpful, what was not, and lessons learned from the experience. Researchers and practitioners discuss practical strategies for supporting quality early education experiences for young children with disabilities, as well as the necessity and benefits of inclusion for all students. Innovative inclusive early childhood programs from around the country talk about what they're doing and the outcomes. And complementing the stories and strategies are listings of a wide range of resources that may be of use to families and professionals who are parenting or working with young children with disabilities.
The articles are short and meaty - perfect for a staff meeting, student assignment, parent newsletter, or policy briefing. Don't miss "How Inclusion is Benefiting One Child Without Disabilities: Dillon's Story" to get a unique perspective on the value of quality inclusion for young children with and without disabilities. Impact is published by the Institute on Community Integration, a federally-designated University Center for Excellence in Disability, at the University of Minnesota. To receive a free print copy of this issue, call the Institute's Publications Office at 612-624-4512, or e-mail icipub@umn.edu  You can access this issue online at  http://ici.umn.edu/products/impact/221/221.pdf

www.caeyc.org 

HISTORY OF CAEYC
Nursery Education Associations, as they were referred to in 1926, were created over seventy years ago as a result of dedicated nursery school professionals who gathered together in order to share and disseminate information and support for this emerging profession known as child care. In California, the Associations were divided into Northern and Southern California Associations for Nursery Education and developed separately until 1955 when both sections came together as CANE (California Association for Nursery Education) at the first annual meeting of the board of directors, presided by Elizabeth Woods, the first state president.

In 1966, CANE saw an increased scope of membership and adopted a new name that reflected the goals of the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), and became the California Association for the Education of Young Children (CAEYC).

Following 40 years of growth and development, CAEYC has become a vital force uniting educators of young children and advocating for political and professional leadership. CAEYC sponsors an annual state conference bringing together more than 50 chapters of regional Associations, and is the primary sponsor of the Annual Public Policy Symposium.

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Based off the American Academy of Pediatrics’ (AAP) Reducing the Risk of SIDS in Child Care
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A Place of Our Own

TV and website for people who care for kids

KCET’s A Place of Our Own (and Los Niños en Su Casa in Spanish) is a daily television series, a website, and an extensive outreach program devoted to the unique needs of people who care for children.

Family, friends and neighbors – everyone who takes care of young children – are child care providers. Every interaction and every activity of these adults with their charges provide valuable opportunities to help children learn and grow.