Monday 28th September – Sunday 4th October 2020
Launch of the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion event series
| Monday 28th September 2020 | ||
| Improving the accessibility of content in Blackboard An introduction to Blackboard Ally and how it can be used to check and improve the accessibility of your course content in Blackboard. Presented by: Stuart Hepplestone |
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Web Accessibility drop-in sessionsAn informal space to drop-in and ask the web accessibility team any questions you might have or get support with any problems you have encountered. |
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| Tuesday 29th September 2020 | ||
Web Accessibility drop-in sessionsAn informal space to drop-in and ask the web accessibility team any questions you might have or get support with any problems you have encountered. |
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| Wednesday 30th September 2020 | ||
Web Accessibility drop-in sessionsAn informal space to drop-in and ask the web accessibility team any questions you might have or get support with any problems you have encountered. |
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| Improving the accessibility of content in Blackboard An introduction to Blackboard Ally and how it can be used to check and improve the accessibility of your course content in Blackboard. Presented by: Stuart Hepplestone |
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| Improving the accessibility of content in Blackboard An introduction to Blackboard Ally and how it can be used to check and improve the accessibility of your course content in Blackboard. Presented by: Stuart Hepplestone |
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| Thursday 1st October 2020 | ||
Web Accessibility drop-in sessionsAn informal space to drop-in and ask the web accessibility team any questions you might have or get support with any problems you have encountered. |
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Creating Accessible Digital ContentA one hour session exploring the SCULPT model – a six step guide to success
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Inclusive Web Communication PracticesThis one hour session will provide an opportunity to explore the tools and practices that can be utilised to create safe conversation spaces using Zoom. In addition to exploring basic functionality and essential room control it will focus on key considerations that help shape and develop an inclusive online experience. Presented by: Neil Mayne |
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| Friday 2nd October 2020 | ||
Web Accessibility drop-in sessionsAn informal space to drop-in and ask the web accessibility team any questions you might have or get support with any problems you have encountered. |
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| Improving the accessibility of content in Blackboard An introduction to Blackboard Ally and how it can be used to check and improve the accessibility of your course content in Blackboard. Presented by: Stuart Hepplestone |
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| Hallam Guild Community of Inclusive Practice Come and join us to hear about our Hallam Guild group Community of Inclusive Practice. We will introduce ourselves, talk through our vision, mission, principles and goals, launch our CIP Coffee events and share our suggested programme of workshops for your consideration. Everyone is welcome, ask any questions and join our online community. Take a look at;
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| Being an Inclusive Fellow How changes to the Advance HE Fellowship scheme will enhance inclusive practice and promote your contribution to this vital University and national agenda. For more information visit the TALENT website. |
Hallam Guild
The Guild’s overarching aims are to create and cultivate inclusive communities of practice, with staff and students working collaboratively across disciplines, engaging in scholarship, research and practice, and developing a culture of educational excellence and innovation through building expertise and best practice. Over 30 groups have been established in the past 3 years, with more in development. Take a look at the Hallam Guild website to find out more about our groups and how you can get involved – and do sign up to our mailing list to be notified of future events and opportunities.
South Yorkshire activities
Sunday 13th September 2020 – Wednesday 16th September 2020
South Yorkshire Autism Virtual Fayre 2020
A selection of speakers from around the world including our very own;
- Luke Beardon, Senior Lecturer – talking about anxiety in autistic children, prior to the release of his new book in December 2020 on the topic.
- Visit his personal Blog
- Access Luke’s thesis ‘Asperger Syndrome and Perceived Offending Conduct’
- Buy Autism and Asperger Syndrome in Childhood
- Buy Autism and Asperger Syndrome in Adults
- Apply for the Post Graduate Certificate in Autism and Asperger Syndrome
- Follow @sheffieldluke on Twitter
- Follow SIOE Blog –
- Stephen Connolly, course leader on the MA Autism Spectrum degree – talking about his experiences of Higher Education, as well as the best way to manage transitions for autistic people during this time including his experiences of the sensory world, what does (and doesn’t) help when experiencing sensory overload, and what parents/carers and educators can do to support individuals during difficult times.
National activities
An informative webinar discussing the law in relation to Education, Health and Social Care for young people aged 0-17 with SEND – 9th September 2020 and a Virtual SEND Covid-19 Webinar which took part on 16th September 2020. Both hosted by Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Barrister Steve Broach. Based at 39 Essex Chambers in London, he has a wide-ranging public law practice with a particular focus on the law and policy affecting children and disabled people. Prior to becoming a barrister, Steve worked extensively in the voluntary sector on behalf of disabled children and adults.
Pearn Kandola Webinar Series – Creating a truly inclusive organisation