http://d411.jinkle.com/images/disability411-logo.png http://disability411.jinkle.com/shownotes.xml http://disability411.jinkle.com/rss Disability411 Web Site en-us http://disability411.jinkle.com/ Disability411 provides audio workshops, interviews and information on disability-related topics for those who work with individuals with disabilities, including college disability counselors, rehabilitation counselors, K-12 special education teachers, employers, or anyone who works in the disability field. Information is also of interest for individuals with disabilities and their families. Hosted by Beth Case, a disability counselor with 10 years of experience in postsecondary disability services. http://disability411.jinkle.com/show00.htm Intro Show This first broadcast of the Disability411 podcast explains how the project came to be and what it hopes to become. Postsecondary Education Programs Network (PEPNet) Postsecondary Education Consortium (PEC) http://disability411.jinkle.com/show01.htm Show 01 -- Transition from High School to College This week's show looks at the differences in disability law between high school and college and what high school students with disabilities can do now to help them succeed in college. AHEAD in Texas conference information Southeast Regional Institute on Deafness conference PEPNet conference call for proposals http://disability411.jinkle.com/show02.htm Show 02 -- Legal Update This week's show has an interview with Vinh Nguyen of the Disability Law Resource Project. Vinh gives us a preview of the cases the Supreme Court will be hearing this year that have a direct or indirect impact of people with disabilities. Also, lots of new features with this show, including music, a voicemail phone number(281-668-4662) and a highlight of the week. Thanks to the Brobdingnagian Bards for letting me use their music! Schaffer v. Weast http://disability411.jinkle.com/show03.htm Show 03 -- When Civil Rights is Not Enough "When Civil Rights is Not Enough" -- when do we need to go beyond the letter of the law to meet the spirit of the law? A fascinating and motivating interview with well-known disability expert, Jane Jarrow. Peace Corps Disability Access Information and Support http://disability411.jinkle.com/show04.htm Show 04 -- Web Access for Non-Techies Are you concerned that your web site might not be accessible, but don't know HTML from a hole in the ground? Be sure and listen in to this show! While it won't guarantee your site will be accessible, it does tell you some common inaccessible features that anyone...yes, even you... can look for. Then you can call in your friendly techie to fix it! The Carroll Center for the Blind PEPNet Resource Center http://disability411.jinkle.com/show05.htm Show 05 -- Project Access This week's show features an interview with Susan Foster and Gary Long, two of the developers of Project Access and the ClassAct website. ClassAct website BookSurge (to order the Project Access Workshop Planner's Guide) 100 Things Every College Student With a Disability Ought to Know http://disability411.jinkle.com/show06.htm Show 06 -- Holiday Special A different kind of show this week! A couple of Christmas songs and gift ideas for the people in your life who have disabilities. The podcast may be on hiatus for a couple of weeks while I go on vacation, but don't worry! I'll be back with lots of great interviews and information after the first of the year. Don't forget that you can go back and listen to past shows if you need something to listen to in the meantime. Happy Holidays, everyone! HEATH mention of the Disability411 podcast Scroll down about halfway and you'll see this: http://disability411.jinkle.com/show07.htm Show 07 -- Employment Your host lost her voice over the holidays, so no announcements or Feature this week. But there is a great interview with Diego Demaya from the Disability Law Resource Project on how to address your disability during the pre-employment process. Some exciting news next week, so be sure to listen in! http://disability411.jinkle.com/show08.htm Show 08 -- Speech to Text This week's show looks at using speech-to-text services in the classroom. Association on Higher Education and Disability Assistive Technology Cast CART resources http://disability411.jinkle.com/show09.htm Show 09 -- Technical Standards Interview with Jane Jarrow on technical standards in college programs. A little longer than usual, but worth it! California's Hire the Disabled Career Expo Olhmstead and Community On-line Training http://disability411.jinkle.com/show10.htm Show 10 -- Captioned Media Program Today's show features an interview with Cindy Camp, talking about the Captioned Media Program. Association on Higher Education and Disability (AHEAD) Captioned Media Program 1-800-237-6213 http://disability411.jinkle.com/show11.htm Show 11 -- Career Services Today's show features an interview with Alan Muir. Alan will be presenting a web cast on Wednesday, February 8 on "Bridging the Gap Between Disability Support Services and Career Services on College Campuses". The times are 3pm ET, 2pm CT, 1pm MT, and 12pm PT, 11am Alaska and 9am in Hawaii. You can listen in and get more information at ILRU Webcasts Article on the history of the Captioned Media Program Call for papers for Australian Association of the Deaf conference Leadership Enrichment Adventure Program http://disability411.jinkle.com/show12.htm Show 12 -- Social Security Today's show features an interview with Jacquie Brennan. Jacquie will be presenting Part II of SSDI and SSI: Social Security Work Incentives on a web cast hosted by ILRU on February 22nd. You can listen to Part I at ILRU Archives and get more information on Part II at ILRU Webcasts Association of Late Deafened Adults Call for Papers Access Technologists Higher Education Network (ATHEN) http://disability411.jinkle.com/show13.htm Show 13 -- Read Captions Across America This week's show interviews Aaron Chenoweth from the Captioned Media Program about the upcoming "Read Captions Across America" event. PEPNet Conference ADA Symposium and Expo Houston Chronicle article http://disability411.jinkle.com/show14.htm Show 14 -- Workplace Accommodations This week's interview is with John Evans. He tells us how to effectively request accommodtions on the job. Job Accommodation Network 800-526-7234 (V/TTY) http://disability411.jinkle.com/show15.htm Show 15 -- United Nations This week's interview is with Lex Frieden, who fills us in on the proposed UN disability rights convention. I was unable to find the actual text of the proposed convention. If anyone can find it, please email me at disability411@jinkle.com. UN web site Rehabilitation International http://disability411.jinkle.com/show16.htm Show 16 -- Documentation Best Practices Today's interview is with Scott Lissner, Board Member of the Association on Higher Education and Disability (AHEAD). He talks to us about the AHEAD Policies and Procedures best practices, focusing on documentation requirements. Web sites referenced in this episode are: Association on Higher Education and Disability (AHEAD) http://disability411.jinkle.com/show17.htm Show 17 -- AIR High Today's interview is with Annie Hudson of Knowbility. She talks to us about AIR High, a web site accessibility competition for high school students. Knowbility (512) 305-0310 Support me in the March of Dimes WalkAmerica. Or sign up to walk yourself! Visit WalkAmerica http://disability411.jinkle.com/show18.htm Show 18 -- Resources Show 1 Today's show is a little different. Instead of an interview, I'm talking about several resources you might find helpful. I collect so much information at conferences I want to share! PEPNet Resource Center Web Accessibility for All HEATH Resource Center http://disability411.jinkle.com/show19.htm Show 19 -- Resources Show 2 A catch-up show full of useful announcements and resources! Signs of Development Signs of Development Study Group http://disability411.jinkle.com/show20.htm Show 20 -- Learning Disabilities and Reading Today we interview Ellen Engstrom from Landmark College. Ellen is an expert on teaching English to students with learning disabilities. In today's interview, Ellen talks about the difficulties students with learning disabilities face when it comes to reading and some of the techniques and tools available to help students overcome this barrier to information. Landmark College Kurzweil http://disability411.jinkle.com/show21.htm Show 21 -- Access U Review This week's show is a review of Access U, an incredible web accessibility conference I was able to attend at the last minute. Hear some of the information and resources I learned about, as well as planned changes to the Disability411 web site. There are lots of web sites and resources mentioned, which will be added to the links page of Disability411 in the near future. I didn't want to delay the release of this podcast until I had time to add them! So please check back soon for those... Access U http://disability411.jinkle.com/show22.htm Show 22 -- LD and Writing Ellen Engstrom from Landmark College joins us again to talk about learning disabilities and the writing process. Landmark College Wikipedia entry for Dragon Naturally Speaking Wikipedia entry for ViaVoice http://disability411.jinkle.com/show23.htm Show 23 -- Text to Speech I am so sorry for the delay, but Murphy applied his law to everything related to this episode! Pretty much anything that could go wrong did, but now I think everything is falling into place... This episode is dedicated to Jorge Pierea of Tuning in AT. Check it out! Supporting Deaf People 2006 Online conference http://disability411.jinkle.com/show24.htm Show 24 -- More Free Stuff More free and inexpensive software! Remember to send in your comments and recordings for show number 25! You can Skype me at delizcase, call 281-668-4662, or email me at disability411@jinkle.com. Landmark College Summer Institute PEPNet Perspectives AHEAD http://disability411.jinkle.com/show25.htm Show 25 -- Past Present Future We've reached show 25! A look back at where we started, what we've done and where we're going. Enjoy! http://disability411.jinkle.com/show26-5.htm Show 26-5 -- Announcement Have you been anxiously checking your computer, looking for the next episode of Disability411? Don't worry! We're taking a short break, but we'll be back on September 12th with exciting news, a new look, new interviews, and new ways to keep you up to date on everything in the world of disabilities. In the meantime, You can catch up on any past episodes you may have missed. All the past episodes and their transcripts can be found at disability411.jinkle.com. Thanks for you patience, and I'll be talking to you soon! http://disability411.jinkle.com/show26.htm Show 26 -- Manipulatives A fascinating interview with Linda Hecker of Landmark College about the use of tactile materials such as Legos, Tinker Toys and wooden rods to teach complex ideas to students with Learning Disabilities. Disability Nation Podcast Landmark College Landmark College Institute for Research and Training http://disability411.jinkle.com/show27.htm Show 27 -- Rachel Simon A fascinating interview with Rachel Simon, author of "Riding the Bus With My Sister" and subject of a Hallmark Hall of Fame movie by the same name. She talks about her experiences having a sister with special needs. You can win an autographed copy of Rachel's book by submitting a question for her by email. Send your question, your email, and your mailing address to disability411@jinkle.com by September 25th, 2006. A winner will be randomly drawn. iLearn Radio Rachel Simon's web site http://disability411.jinkle.com/show28.htm Show 28 -- Beth on Disability Nation This time, I'm being interviewed! This interview was done with Larry Wanger of the Disability Nation podcast. We also cover some of the new developments with the Disability411 podcast and website. Disability Nation podcast iLearn Radio Podcasting Class for AHEAD http://disability411.jinkle.com/show29.htm Show 29 -- Washington Center This week's interview is with Roshni Lal and Sara Mahoney of the Washington Center. Washington Center Disability Services and scholarship information Application http://disability411.jinkle.com/show30.htm Show 30 -- Bookshare Interview with Janice Carter and Susie McKinnon about Bookshare, a great resource for those with print disabilities. Bookshare Chaffee Amendment http://disability411.jinkle.com/show31.htm Show 31 -- eText Initiative Interview with Ron Stewart about the Association on Higher Education and Disability E-Text Initiative. AHEAD E-text Solutions Group American Association of Publishers Publisher Lookup http://disability411.jinkle.com/show32.htm Show 32 -- Rachel Simon Part 2 Show 32 -- Rachel Simon Part 2 Follow-up interview with Rachel Simon, author of "Riding the Bus with My Sister". http://disability411.jinkle.com/show33.htm Show 33 -- Sarah Whitlock In this episode, I talk with Sarah Whitlock, Miss Wheelchair Texas 2005, disability advocate, graduate student, and so much more! You can view the video she created at Next Step Video You can also read the transcript and order a copy on DVD or VHS from links on that page. And be sure to tune in next week when I'll have an interview with Mark Zupan of Murderball, an award-winning film about wheelchair rugby. http://disability411.jinkle.com/show34.htm Show 34 -- Assistive Technology for Blind and Low Vision Today's interview is with Bobby Lakey of Freedom Scientific who shows us some of the new technology available for individuals who are blind or have low vision. AccessAbility Blog Freedom Scientific For more information on any of the products mentioned in this show, you can call Jack Hickman at 214-808-5355 if you're in Texas, or Bobby Lakey at 469-360-1143 anywhere else in the world. http://disability411.jinkle.com/show35.htm Show 35 -- Women's Health We have our first sponsor! Thanks to http://www.disabilityblogger.blogspot.com/ for sponsoring this week's show. Check it out! Today's show is with Sarah Whitlock, former Miss Wheelchair Texas, who talks to us about the importance of overcoming barriers to health care, specifically routine medical exams for women. All in Play http://disability411.jinkle.com/show36.htm Show 36 -- Mark Zupan We're back! And what a show to come back with! It's the lost interview with Mark Zupan, who was featured in the documentary Murderball and author of the book, Gimp. Warning, this interview contains some mild language. I think it's pretty tame, but depending on your sensibilities, I though I'd put out a warning. Also, we have a contest! Listen to the show or read the transcript for details. http://disability411.jinkle.com/show37.htm Show 37 -- Ready Willing Enable In this show, we interview Jennifer Catron from Ready, WIlling, Enable, a new charitable organization. They are sponsoring a trip to the Commonwealth of Dominica to work with youth with disabilities. Learn how you can join them in this podcast. And don't forget our contest! Details in the podcast! Ready, WIlling, Enable http://disability411.jinkle.com/show38.htm Show 38 -- Marcus Engel In this show, we have a listender-submitted interview by Ron Graham. Ron interviews Marcus Engel, an author and speaker with a disability. This will be a two part interview, look for the second half next time! Ron Graham's AccessAbility Blog Marcus Engel's Website Marcus Engel's MySpace http://disability411.jinkle.com/show39.htm Show 39 -- Marcus Engel Part 2 In this show, we have part two of the listener-submitted interview by Ron Graham. Ron interviews Marcus Engel, an author and speaker with a disability. Support the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Read the text of the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. Listen to the Disability411 Interview with Lex Frieden discussing the convention. http://disability411.jinkle.com/show40.htm Show 40 -- Connectivity Source Through Connectivity Source's Hearing Effectiveness Leadership Program (HELP), if you live in the Houston area and have hearing loss, you can get a free hearing aid compatible cell phone by visiting one of these locations. Learn more in the podcast! Houston - 1960 850 FM 1960 West Houston, TX 77090 281-580-7300 http://disability411.jinkle.com/show41.htm Show 41 -- Role Models North Harris College student, Myford Collins, gives advice to students with disabilities. Also featured is Jorge Vivar, a recent graduate. Your contributions of role models is needed! Listen to the show for details! http://disability411.jinkle.com/show42.htm Show 42 -- Riding a Wheelie Jamie Jordan is the charismatic host of the Riding a Wheelie Podcast. Oh, and he happens to have CP. Riding a Wheelie Jamie's other podcast, Gaming Uncensored. Warning: It's called "uncensored" for a reason! Email Jamie http://disability411.jinkle.com/show43.htm Show 43 -- J.C. Hutchins J.C. Hutchins is the author of the free podiobook thriller trilogy, 7th Son. Don't know what a podiobook is? Listen to the episode to find out more! 7th Son Homepage Podiobooks Homepage http://disability411.jinkle.com/show44.htm Show 44 -- Derek Colanduno Derek Colanduno is half of the highly successful podcast team, Derek and Swoopy. Their podcast, Skepticality, was one of the first podcasts created and one of the few early podcasts still thriving. In the fall of 2005, Derek suffered a stroke. A young man, with no previous warning signs, Derek woke up three weeks later to find himself in a hospital, hooked up to machines and unable to walk or talk. This is part one of a two-part interview that explores his experiences relearning basic skills and his ongoing struggle to adapt. His story will give you insight into the experiences of someone with a brain injury that may help when you encounter an individual with a brain injury. Skepticality Podcast Riding a Wheelie http://disability411.jinkle.com/show45.htm Show 45 -- Derek Colanduno Part 2 Derek Colanduno is half of the highly successful podcast team, Derek and Swoopy. Their podcast, Skepticality, was one of the first podcasts created and one of the few early podcasts still thriving. In the fall of 2005, Derek suffered a stroke. A young man, with no previous warning signs, Derek woke up three weeks later to find himself in a hospital, hooked up to machines and unable to walk or talk. This is part two of a two-part interview that explores his experiences relearning basic skills and his ongoing struggle to adapt. His story will give you insight into the experiences of someone with a brain injury that may help when you encounter an individual with a brain injury. Skepticality Podcast http://disability411.jinkle.com/show46.htm Show 46 -- Disapedia Disapedia is a fantastic informational website created and maintained by the disability community. Using wikki technology, anyone can add or edit information. This interview with its founder, Peter O'Connell, explores its purposes and goals. Be sure and visit the Disapedia site! There's a lot of great information there! Disapedia Mobility International (MIUSA) http://disability411.jinkle.com/show47.htm Show 47 -- College Internship Program The College Internship Program provides individualized, post-secondary, academic, internship and independent living experiences for young adults with Learning Differences and Aspergers Syndrome. This interview with Janet Miller explains what CIP does, how to apply for admissions, and a little more about what life is like for someone with Aspergers. The College Internship Program http://disability411.jinkle.com/show48.htm Show 48 -- Delta Alpha Pi Delta Alpha Pi is the first and only (that we know of!) National Academic Honor Society for students with disabilities. In this podcast, Edith Miller, Founder of Delta Aplha Pi, explains the benefits of this honor society and how to establish a chapter at your school. For more details and information, contact Edith Miller at candemiller@msn.com. http://disability411.jinkle.com/show49.htm Show 49 -- Read This To Me This show features an interview with Kevin Savetz, the founder of ReadThisToMe.org. Read This To Me is a free service that allows individuals with low vision or blindness to fax a document to an 800 number, then a volunteer calls them and reads it to them. For more information, visit the website at ReadThisToMe.org or call 1-877-333-8847 for an audio explanation. If you're ready to try it out, fax your document to 1-877-333-8848. If you'd like to volunteer or contact Kevin, you can find the information on the ReadThisToMe.org website. http://disability411.jinkle.com/show50.htm Show 50 -- Anniversary Show We did it! We made it to two years and show 50! Hear how we started and where we're going. Also, learn about a new project I'm involved with called the National Sign Language Interpreter Directory and a preview of an upcoming interview with Mur Lafferty, author of the podcast novel, Playing for Keeps. http://disability411.jinkle.com/show51.htm Show 51 -- Mur Lafferty Mur's work: Playing for Keeps Heaven Hell http://disability411.jinkle.com/show52.htm Show 52 -- Updates We're back and with lots of news! Mobility International Entry Point! American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) http://disability411.jinkle.com/show53.htm Show 53 -- Preparing for College Do you know someone with a disabiilty who is planning to attend college in the fall? Then don't miss this show, with lots of good tips for preparing for college, getting services in college, and how live is different for students with disabilities in college than high school. Even if college is a few years away, it's not to early to start looking ahead! Also, we announce the addition of Ron Graham of accessability.blogspot.com to the Disability411 family!