CEC Association News
Check us out on YouTube
CEC SmartBrief | Nov 06, 2009
Visit CEC's YouTube channel to watch videos about the inspirational Yes I Can! Awards program and the benefits of CEC membership. Watch now -- it's a great way to keep up with what's happening at CEC.
Interested in the latest data on federal appropriations?
CEC SmartBrief | Nov 06, 2009
Order the 2010 edition of "Federal Outlook for Exceptional Children." From CEC's Policy and Advocacy team, this publication offers critical information and data for all major programs affecting special education. Summaries of each program are provided, including its purpose, funding, types of activities supported, fiscal considerations and CEC recommendations. Find out more.
Registration for the CEC 2010 Convention & Expo is now open!
CEC SmartBrief | Nov 05, 2009
Don't miss CEC's Convention & Expo, to be held April 21 to 24 in Nashville, Tenn. The opportunities to connect, exchange and grow are endless -- and all under one roof at the Gaylord Opryland. Register by Jan. 15 to save up to $100. Find out more.
Are you a long-term CEC member?
CEC SmartBrief | Nov 05, 2009
A special-interest division of CEC, the Pioneers Division, or CEC-PD, is open to past presidents and anyone who has been a CEC member for 20 years or more. CEC-PD members actively support CEC's programs and activities and receive the Pioneers Press newsletter. Find out more and join today.
CEC has more than 4,000 fans on Facebook
CEC SmartBrief | Nov 04, 2009
Are you one of them? Be among the first to know about CEC news and offerings. Become a fan today.
Teaching life skills that work
CEC SmartBrief | Nov 04, 2009
Life Centered Career Education is a comprehensive, evidence-based transition curriculum for classroom, home and community environments. LCCE lesson plans cover daily living skills, personal-social skills, and occupational guidance and preparation. Find out more.
Plan your next career move with CEC's Online Job Board
CEC SmartBrief | Nov 03, 2009
Looking for a new job? CEC's Online Job Board is the perfect place to post your resume. And watch for the latest special-education career opportunities featured right here in CEC SmartBrief. Find out more. Are you an employer? Find out about our great job-posting rates.
It's like the Sears catalog ... but better
CEC SmartBrief | Nov 03, 2009
Almost, but without stereos, bicycles and clothes! The new CEC Publications Catalog is available in print and online, and features the latest products from CEC and our publishing partners. New products on RTI, LD, co-teaching, policy, early childhood, assistive technology and more will add so much to your professional-development portfolio. Look for it in the mail or download it from CEC's Web site.
Great supervision resource for teachers and administrators
CEC SmartBrief | Nov 02, 2009
"Supervising Paraeducators in Educational Settings: A Team Approach" is a valuable tool for teachers, administrators and other professionals working with paraeducators that focuses on effective communication and management strategies. When working in a true team environment, the students become the ultimate winners. Find out more.
Get free weekly policy updates from CEC
CEC SmartBrief | Nov 02, 2009
Now more than ever, special educators need to keep up with what's happening in Washington, D.C. With CEC's Policy Insider newsletter, the latest developments in special- and gifted-education policy are delivered straight to your inbox weekly. This publication is available to both CEC members and nonmembers. Find out more.
Find CEC in the Twittersphere
CEC SmartBrief | Oct 30, 2009
The Council for Exceptional Children is taking the special-education conversation to a new level -- one 140-character message at a time. Through CEC's new Twitter page, Dan Ratner, our new assistant executive director for membership services, will provide an insider's look at the association's work and link followers to valuable resources and special offers. Follow Dan at @CECmembership.
Going Back to School?
CEC SmartBrief | Oct 29, 2009
"Surviving Graduate Study in Special Education: An Insider's Guide," is a go-to resource for those considering graduate studies in special education. From finding the right program to nailing the interview, this guide is a must-read for special-education professionals returning to school. Find out more.
CEC's "Back to School" student-membership campaign is coming to an end
CEC SmartBrief | Oct 28, 2009
Students can save $10 off CEC membership when they join or renew by Saturday. Even better, student members may also pay their dues in three easy installments! Find out more.
Exciting 2010 leadership opportunity for CEC student members
CEC SmartBrief | Oct 27, 2009
Make a difference, connect to leaders in the field and contribute to the greatest good for children and youth with exceptionalities by joining the CEC Student Committee. Committee members attend the CEC Annual Convention & Expo compliments of CEC. The application deadline is Friday. Apply now!
New from Reality 101!
CEC SmartBrief | Oct 27, 2009
CEC's flagship blog, Reality 101 for New Teachers, has a new look and some new voices. We have chosen four newly minted special educators to share their teaching experiences with the CEC community during the 2009-10 school year. Get to know our bloggers, offer them advice and share your own stories at Reality 101 for New Teachers.
Time is running out for 2010 CEC Student Award and Scholarship nominations
CEC SmartBrief | Oct 26, 2009
These awards recognize CEC student members and faculty advisers who have made outstanding contributions to the organization and to exceptional children. They include the 2010 Outstanding Student Awards, Graduation Awards, the Fearn Ethnic Diversity Scholarship and the Gorin Award. Apply or nominate someone today -- the deadline is this Friday.
Universal design benefits people of all ages and abilities
CEC SmartBrief | Oct 26, 2009
"Universal Design for Learning: A Guide for Teachers and Education Professionals" provides educators with concrete, practical tools to create a UDL environment to benefit all students. Teachers are charged with delivering instruction to a diverse group of learners who come to the learning experience with a variety of cultures, languages, learning styles, abilities and disabilities. Take me to the CEC Store!
How-to guide for differentiating instruction
CEC SmartBrief | Oct 23, 2009
"Differentiating Instruction for Students with Learning Disabilities" provides step-by-step, clear and research-based techniques for implementing differentiated instruction in any classroom. Implementation strategies are given for instructional grouping, self-monitoring, classwide peer tutoring, performance monitoring and more. Take me to the CEC Store!
CEC's "Back to School" student-membership campaign is under way
CEC SmartBrief | Oct 23, 2009
Students can save $10 off CEC membership when they join or renew by Oct. 31. Even better, student members may also pay their dues in three easy installments. Find out more.
Count your pennies
CEC SmartBrief | Oct 22, 2009
As awareness of financial responsibility increases in these challenging economic times, the need for persons with mild-to-moderate disabilities to manage their own finances becomes a greater challenge. Provide your students with the tools necessary to maintain a budget with "The Balancing Act: Teaching Students with Disabilities to Handle a Budget and Bank Account." Find out more.
Submit your proposal for the Riga 2010 conference
CEC SmartBrief | Oct 21, 2009
As an organizing partner, CEC invites you to submit a proposal for "Embracing Inclusive Approaches for Children and Youth with Special Education Needs," to be held July 11 to 14 in Riga, Latvia. This conference will bring together practitioners, researchers, policymakers and NGOs from around the globe to discuss the current state of educating children and youth with special needs. The submission deadline is Dec. 11. Learn more.
CEC's membership-wide election is now open
CEC SmartBrief | Oct 19, 2009
Electing leadership is one of the most important responsibilities of being a CEC member. Be sure to cast your vote for the 2010 Board of Directors and Student Representative to the CEC Representative Assembly by Oct. 23. Learn more and meet the candidates.
Register now for CEC's Response to Intervention Webinars
CEC SmartBrief | Oct 15, 2009
Engage in professional development from your home or office with CEC's webinars. Led by experts in the field, this three-session series includes "Introduction to RTI" on Oct. 22, "Implementation of RTI at the School Level" on Oct. 29 and "Considerations When Using RTI in Diverse Schools" on Nov. 5. Register today.
Save the date for CEC's 2010 Convention & Expo
CEC SmartBrief | Oct 14, 2009
Take part in the premier professional-development event for special educators, to be held April 21 to 24 all under one roof at the Gaylord Opryland in Nashville, Tenn. Visit CEC's Web site to check out the venue, learn more about Nashville and download save-the-date materials. Registration opens tomorrow. Find out more.
An opportunity just for special-education researchers
CEC SmartBrief | Oct 12, 2009
CEC's Division for Research is devoted to advancing research related to the education of individuals with disabilities and gifts and talents. Membership is available exclusively to CEC members and includes the Journal of Special Education, the CEC-DR Focus on Research newsletter and Current Practice Alerts. Find out more and join today.
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