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IRIS Priority Practice Series #3: Universal Design for Learning

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IRIS Priority Practice Series #3: Universal Design for Learning This Prep Talk will highlight CAST and IRIS resources about the Universal Design for Learning framework. When: 1 pm ET/noon CT, Monday, November 6, 2023 Learn more about Universal Design for Learning: Check out the CAST Website for more information on the Universal Design for Learning framework[…..]
Read MoreIRIS Priority Practice Series #2: Secondary Transition

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IRIS Priority Practice Series #2: Secondary Transition This Prep Talk will highlight NTACT:C and IRIS resources about effective transition practices to support post-secondary success. When: 1 pm ET/noon CT, Thursday, October 12, 2023 Learn more about OSEP’s new initiative: Expect, Engage, and Empower: Successful Transitions for All Register Here: https://vanderbilt.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMlc-qqqjgrG9Tm7x98EsvCUWXPu3hxry32 Session experts: Mary Morningstar and Deanne Unruh,[…..]
Read MoreIRIS Priority Practice Series #1: Positive Supports for Behavior and Discipline

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When: 1 pm ET/noon CT, Friday, September 22, 2023 IRIS Priority Practice Series #1: Positive Supports for Behavior and Discipline This Prep Talk will highlight resources from PBIS, Ci3T, and IRIS that align with recent OSEP guidance on positive and proactive approaches to discipline. Session experts: Heather George, Center on PBIS; Kathleen Lane, Ci3T; Joey[…..]
Read More2023 TED Conference

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2023 TED Conference October 30 – November 2 Conference Theme: Seas the Day: Progress Waits for No One We hope you can join us at the 2023 TED Conference in Long Beach, CA, October 30-November 2. Don’t pass up these opportunities to learn about the exciting new and updated IRIS resources to support your teacher preparation[…..]
Read More2023 DCDT International Conference

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2023 DCDT International Conference October 18 – 21 Reno, Nevada We hope to see you at the DCDT International Conference in Reno, NV, October 18-21. Be sure to drop by the Exhibit Hall to learn about our resources that can be used to support secondary transition and how our resources can be used in teacher preparation[…..]
Read MoreNeed ideas about how to use IRIS resources in your courses?

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College and university faculty, instructors, and graduate teaching assistants: Do you have questions or need ideas about how to use IRIS resources in your courses? Would you like to improve the effective use of these resources across multiple courses in your teacher preparation programs? If so, please join us for IRIS Office Hours! Individuals[…..]
Read MoreIRIS New Module Webinars for Educators, School Leaders, and PD Providers

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Attention: Educators, school leaders, and professional development providers: Interested in updated modules? Want to learn more about the newest IRIS Modules? If so, please join us for these upcoming IRIS Webinars: August 24 (1:00- 1:45 pm ET) – Universal Design for Learning: Designing Learning Experiences that Engage and Challenge All Students Register Here: IRIS Webinar[…..]
Read MoreIRIS New Module Webinars for College and University Faculty

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Attention: College and university faculty, instructors, and graduate teaching assistants: Want to learn more about the newest IRIS Modules? If so, please join us for these upcoming IRIS Webinars: August 22 (1:00- 1:45 pm ET) – Universal Design for Learning: Designing Learning Experiences that Engage and Challenge All Students Register Here: IRIS Webinar Registration
Read MoreIRIS Office Hours for College and University Faculty

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College and university faculty, instructors, and graduate teaching assistants: Do you have questions or need ideas about how to use IRIS resources in your courses? Would you like to improve the effective use of these resources across multiple courses in your teacher preparation programs? If so, please join us for IRIS Office Hours on August[…..]
Read MoreIRIS Center Funding Renewed

IRIS Center funding renewed with $6 million grant IRIS Center Receives 5 More Years of Funding from the U.S. Department of Education. Read more in Vanderbilt University News.
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