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Background to this professional learning event
The Victorian government has made a strong commitment to improving access to and participation in learning for children and young people with special needs. It has outlined its vision for inclusive school education in the Education State, the publication of the Program for Students with Disabilities Review and the Government’s Response, Inclusive education for all students with disabilities and additional needs. http://www.education.vic.gov.au/about/programs/needs/Pages/disabilityprogram.aspx
What is the workshop program?
The program includes an overview of key Department of Education and Training documents and resources and Sovereign Hill and Museum Victoria case studies which address the needs of children on the autism spectrum. It will conclude with a practical workshop of how to develop social stories.
| Speakers | Presentations |
| Jackie BrienManager, Inclusion, Access & Participation
Department of Education and Training |
An overview of the disability standards for education – introduction to recent developments and resources published online.
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| Peter Hoban Education Team LeaderSovereign Hill |
Meet Xavier – the inspiration behind Sovereign Hill’s Social Stories.
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| Adrienne LeithSenior Programs Officer
Melbourne Museum |
Autism Friendly Museum – overview of project and practical working session on how to develop sensory maps and social scripts. NB Bring your own device, map of your venue and photographs of the public spaces of your institution for the workshop.
WORKSHEETS: |
AMaGA Education 