About the Mini Course Series
The Mini Course Series on Disabilities welcomes experts from around the country to present information about cutting-edge technology, research, policy and other important topics for people interested in enhancing their knowledge of innovative practices for people with disabilities.
In Spring and Fall Each year, the Mini Courses are held throughout Pennsylvania to reach as many people as possible. While the series is designed for the community at large, the topics are of special interest to people with disabilities and their family members, health care professionals, educators, therapists and other service providers to people with disabilities.
Mini Course events are scheduled on select weekdays, from 9:30 a.m. to noon.
The Fall 2007 Mini Course Series held in Bethlehem and Philadelphia, welcomed Michael Lawler, Senior Rehabilitation Specialist and Instructor at the University of Wisconsin-Stout, who presented "Expanding Our Reach—Maximizing the Potential Transitioning to Employment Using Assistive Technology."
Mr. Lawler presented an overview of a model for comprehensive assessment of an individual's abilities and disabilities to determine needed assistive technology and job accommodations.
The Spring 2007 Mini Course featured Daniel Gottlieb, PhD, Psychologist and Family Therapist, Radio Talk Show Host, Lecturer and Author in both Pittsburgh and Philadelphia, giving a moving presentation titled "What it Means to be Different, What it Means to be Human."
Immediately following Dr. Gottlieb's presentation, Kevin T. Casey, Deputy Secretary, Office of Developmental Programs, PA Department of Public Welfare led a panel which included an individual with autism, his parent, and a professional in the field of Autism.
Dr. Gottlieb's Book and Presentation are NOW Available
DVD of Dr. Gottlieb's Presentation
Contact us to receive a copy of Dr. Gottlieb's moving presentation on DVD. The cost is $15.
Email: iod@temple.edu or
Phone: 215-204-1356 (voice/TTY)
Dr. Gottlieb's Book
Dr. Gottlieb's latest book Letters to Sam: A Grandfather's Lessons on Love, Loss, and the Gifts of Life, through the Institute on Disabilities for $20 each.
Email iod@temple.edu or
Phone: 215-204-1356 (voice/TTY)
The Set: Book and DVD
Purchase BOTH the book and DVD and receive a special price of $30 for both.
Email iod@temple.edu or
Phone: 215-204-1356 (voice/TTY)
The profit from the sale of these books will be donated to the Institute on Disabilities.
Past topics and speakers from the Mini Course Series on Disabilities
- "Cultural Shifting: Building Inclusive Communities for All"—Al Condeluci
- "Dealing with Technology other Four Letter Words"—Ed Bell
- "Beyond High School: Preparing Adolescents for Tomorrow's Challenges"—Frank Rusch
- "Reframing Disability Through the Arts"—Simi Linton
Coming Soon!! Information about Spring '08 Mini Course.
For More Information About the Mini Course Series on Disabilities
Contact:
Mary Jones-Furlow
Project Coordinator
215-204-6563
mjonesf@temple.edu
Para información en español: 215-204-9348 o por correo electrónico al latino@temple.edu
The Mini Course Series on Disabilities is brought to you by The Institute on Disabilities, which is funded by the US Department of Health and Human Services, Administration on Developmental Disabilities. Co-sponsors of the series are the Pennsylvania Developmental Disabilities Council, and Disability Rights Network of Pennsylvania, Inc.
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