GMU Special Education and disAbility Research

01/06/2021

Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Five Tips for Better Digital Classroom Accessibility. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.

Webinar: Five tips for better digital classroom accessibility
Jan. 13, 2021
6 p.m. (EST)
Digital accessibility benefits many students in general and special education settings but takes planning and skill to integrate into your online classroom. This session will provide a basic overview of accessibility and five quick tips to start using now in your materials and virtual classroom.

Register here: https://gmu.zoom.us/webinar/register/9516081698824/WN_d-IWy9pqSo6SSRnMAVbsCw?utm_source=E-newsletter+Contacts&utm_campaign=0f90a43942-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_12_07_03_08_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_defb35414a-0f90a43942-108147845&mc_cid=0f90a43942&mc_eid=34c2d5b417

Digital accessibility benefits many students in general and special education settings but takes planning and skill to integrate into your online classroom. This session will provide a basic overview of accessibility and five quick tips to start using now in your materials and virtual classroom.

01/06/2021

You are invited to join a webinar: Creating and Maintaining a Community of Learners at a Distance. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.

Webinar: Creating and maintaining a community of learners at a distance
Jan. 7, 2021
6 p.m. (EST)
Teaching and learning at a distance doesn't have to feel isolating. In this webinar we will share specific strategies for establishing and maintaining a strong sense of community online.

Register here: https://gmu.zoom.us/webinar/register/8616081698152/WN_0YxZrQw0TC-_bFwBjk4Mzw?utm_source=E-newsletter+Contacts&utm_campaign=0f90a43942-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_12_07_03_08_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_defb35414a-0f90a43942-108147845&mc_cid=0f90a43942&mc_eid=34c2d5b417

Teaching and learning at a distance doesn't have to feel isolating. In this webinar we will share specific strategies for establishing and maintaining a strong sense of community online.

12/18/2020

Virtual Elementary Math Test Preparation Workshop (5003)

Registration information: https://cehd.gmu.edu/oes/praxis/

12/17/2020

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12/17/2020

FCPS Virtual Job Fair tomorrow!

Registration information: https://app.brazenconnect.com/events/g6Vy0?utm_medium=Flyer&utm_source=Flyer

12/07/2020

Virtual Celebration of Student Scholarship
December 9 - 11

Mason's Office of Student Scholarship, Creative Activities, and Research (OSCAR) is celebrating the hard work of undergraduate researchers with their Virtual Celebration of Student Scholarship this week. You're invited to view the presentations, share in discussion, and offer feedback.

More information and access to the event can be found here: https://oscar.gmu.edu/virtual-celebration/

12/07/2020

PWCS Tuesday Chat with HR
Tuesday, December 15
3:00 - 4:00 pm

Future educators, Prince William County Schools (PWCS) Human Resources is eager to talk to you during their next Tuesday Chat! Log in and learn about what happens after you’ve completed your PWCS application, interviewing techniques and skills, and dressing to impress!

Register here: https://lu.ma/PWCSTuesdayChatwithHR121520

12/07/2020

PWCS Digital Day Trip
Monday, December 14
8:30 - 11:45 am

Interested in a career with Prince William County Schools (PWCS)? Learn more about PWCS by joining them for a virtual visit to several schools throughout the division. Meet with principals, experience learning in progress, and see communities that work collaboratively with teachers. Registration closes on December 10.

Register here: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=bZqwF-SVHk2F4xzg1N5_wZKI3GwUCfJEkYhB1-omhAZUN1lBU05OMzhYWDZZMDlINzVHMVAyUjdOVS4u

Or Register on Handshake:
https://gmu.joinhandshake.com/events/626581/share_preview

11/24/2020

LCPS substitute teacher interest night on Thursday, December 10, 2020 from 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM through Google Meet.

During this first-ever Virtual Substitute Interest Night, the Sub-Central team will give you an overview about subbing for LCPS and a panel of current substitutes will share their insights and experiences with you.
This event will be held online using Google Hangout/Meet. You do not need a Gmail address to use Google Hangout/Meet. Prior to the date/time of this event, please click on this link to test your connection with the Google Hangout/Meet platform--https://meet.google.com/. Depending on which browser you use, you may need to download Chrome or the Google Hangout/Meet App. Please refer to the Google Meet support page at https://support.google.com/meet/answer/7290445?hl=en if you need additional information.

11/17/2020

Mason Impact and The Office of Undergraduate Education is excited to offer a full-time (enrolled for 6 or more credits) Mason graduate student the exciting opportunity to work as a graduate professional assistant (GPA) for the spring of 2021 and beyond. The Graduate Assistant will be expected to support the overall mission of Undergraduate Education, including supporting our events, helping to organize our various communications, working on our video projects, and supporting our assessment. The student must be flexible, well organized, comfortable in groups or working independently, and have excellent communication skills. Position starts spring semester, and the position includes a stipend and tuition support. Please search “Job ID# 4177202” on Handshake to see the full listing and apply.

11/17/2020

The CEHD Student Success Team and Office of Doctoral Studies cordially invite you to PhD Fête, a virtual event honoring our summer and fall 2020 PhD graduates. This event will feature congratulations from leadership in the college, a live feed of each PhD graduate as they “receive” their CEHD Academic Achievement Medal and brief remarks and a toast to honor the CEHD PhD Class of 2020.
We hope you will join us in celebration of our PhD graduates! Please register here to receive the event link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2020-phd-winter-fete-registration-128888189043

11/17/2020

The PA application deadline has been extended to December 11.
Peer Advisors (PAs) will co-teach UNIV 100 in the fall semester with a faculty member and will educate first-year students on the value of time management, Mason resources, student involvement, and more. Skills students will gain In this position include facilitation, public speaking, and program development (just to name a few). This is a paid position. Students will receive a stipend of $1050 paid biweekly.

Student can learn more about the position and complete the application at: https://transitions.gmu.edu/peer-advisors-new/.

11/17/2020

Effective online teaching requires different strategies and skills than what are required for in-person teaching. Learning Technologies Associate Professor Jered Borup and Lees Corner Elementary School sixth-grade teacher and CEHD alumna Christine McLaughlin ('18) will host a CEHD Cares webinar at 6 p.m. (EST) on Nov. 17 entitled "Transforming Learning Activities to Better Engage Students Online" that will provide frameworks, strategies, and examples that will help teachers to transform their learning activities to better engage students online.

You can register here: https://gmu.zoom.us/webinar/register/5216009601150/WN_2C0r6r4FSRW2xSiQiweB4g?utm_source=E-newsletter+Contacts&utm_campaign=8071bec2b3-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_05_04_11_39_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_defb35414a-8071bec2b3-108147845&mc_cid=8071bec2b3&mc_eid=34c2d5b417

11/11/2020

University Career Services is offering what looks to be a great panel tomorrow afternoon on How to Find a Mentor… especially when you’re the only person who looks like you in the room. In this virtual career panel, you will hear from professionals on strategies and resources for finding a mentor. The panelists will share their experiences seeking and/or being a mentor as women or people of color in STEM fields.

Zoom Link:
https://gmu.zoom.us/j/92406380925?pwd=SXpDOWIydjRlQ25rd1Q4TmgzV0VzUT09

10/28/2020

Ed Tech Resources to Support Special Education Practitioners

“Education Technology Resources to Support Students With or At Risk for Disabilities During COVID19”

A WEBINAR for Special Education Practitioners, Administrators, Parents, and Stakeholders

Wednesday, October 28, 1PM to 2PM eastern

(plus an “overtime” Q&A session from 2:00PM to 2:15PM)

REGISTER HERE: https://bit.ly/30HMSG3

Register for this Upcoming Session on October 28th, 2020 at 1:00PM EDT

10/26/2020

10/26/2020

Managing Burnout from Online Classes
The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in virtual classes, virtual work, and virtual social activities. All this screen time can result in burnout. This session, presented by Student Health Services and Learning Services, will help participants understand burnout, identify the signs, and apply strategies to reduce burnout.

Wed, October 28, 2020
4:00pm -5:15pm
http://cglink.me/r873305

Thurs, November 19, 2020
4:30pm - 5:45pm
http://cglink.me/r873326

10/21/2020

10/21/2020

Virtual Praxis Core Math Test Preparation Workshop (5733)
Starting November 21, 2020
Registration Now Open: https://cehd.gmu.edu/oes/praxis/
*Please note that all registrations and payments must be processed via the online portal only. No alternative payment and registration methods will be accepted.

10/20/2020

URSP Proposal Writing Workshop
If you are an undergraduate applying to OSCAR's Undergraduate Research Scholars Program, the last workshop before the deadline will take place tomorrow, October 21, 2020!
Register here: https://oscar.gmu.edu/students/ursp/

10/19/2020

FAMILY WEEKEND 2020

University Life is offering live events that you can participate in from the comfort of your home. Online registration is required for most events, and the registration links are listed within the Schedule of Events at MasonFamilyEvents.gmu.edu!

10/19/2020

Register here: https://mason360.gmu.edu/CWB/rsvp_boot?id=856600

10/16/2020

Learn practical strategies and examples for personalizing students' learning online during the pandemic and beyond.

CEHD Cares Webinar
Personalizing Learning During Uncertain Times
Oct 21, 2020 06:00 PM

Learning Technologies Associate Professor Jered Borup will host a CEHD Cares webinar catered toward parents and teachers at 6 p.m. (EST) on Oct. 21 that will provide strategies and examples for personalizing students' learning during the pandemic and beyond.

"Quality instruction is not one-size-fits-all. Instead, quality instruction allows students to personalize the time, place, pace, and path of their learning. Allowing their students to personalize their learning is important in any environment but it is especially important during uncertain times. In this presentation, we will share practical strategies and examples for personalizing students' learning online during the pandemic and beyond."

For more information and registration, please visit https://gmu.zoom.us/webinar/register/6716009599736/WN_J7a2Kud2RZCNntGn4T2WqA?utm_source=E-newsletter+Contacts&utm_campaign=d5b2272061-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_05_04_11_39_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_defb35414a-d5b2272061-108147845&mc_cid=d5b2272061&mc_eid=34c2d5b417

Quality instruction is not one-size-fits-all. Instead, quality instruction allows students to personalize the time, place, pace, and path of their learning. Allowing their students to personalize their learning is important in any environment but it is especially important during uncertain times. In...

10/14/2020

Late Night Advising
Access the advising session here: https://bit.ly/2GGNyor

10/12/2020

It’s Registration Awareness Week! The spring 2021 schedule is up now. Schedule your academic advising appointment here: https://education.gmu.edu/special-education/current-students/advising

10/06/2020

The Center for the Advancement of Well-Being continues to offer daily mindfulness sessions with a variety of facilitators. Please see the Zoom meeting information below. This is open to everyone in the Mason community – faculty, staff, and students

Join Zoom Meeting
https://gmu.zoom.us/j/99936517619
Meeting ID: 999 3651 7619

10/06/2020

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Educators Rising Collegiate (ERC)
Thursday, October 8
7:30 pm

ERC's next General Body meeting is this Thursday. Participate in their "1 More Campaign" and bring a friend! Learn more about Educators Rising Collegiate here: https://mason360.gmu.edu/erc/home/

Educators Rising Collegiate strives to help prepare individuals in becoming effective educators and advocate for their profession by providing professional development, leadership development, and opportunities geared towards allowing aspiring educators to make an impact.

10/05/2020

Maximizing Productivity in Graduate School: The Perils of Perfectionism in Grad School - Learning Services

The Perils of Perfectionism in Grad School Workshop
Tuesday, October 6
3:00 - 4:15 pm

While perfectionism seems like a worthy trait to have because it involves hard work and meticulousness, it has its downsides. Pursuing perfection is stressful and time-consuming and can actually result in poor academic performance. This Maximizing Productivity during Graduate School workshop will explore the perils of perfectionism and assist participants in setting more realistic goals (https://gradlife.gmu.edu/maximizing-productivity-workshops/)

Registration for The Perils of Perfectionism in Grad School workshop here: https://mason360.gmu.edu/LearningServices/rsvp_boot?id=767017

While perfectionism seems like a worthy trait to have because it involves hard work and meticulousness, it has its downsides. Pursuing perfection is stressful and time consuming and can actually re...

10/02/2020

What students need to know about the Fall Career Fair

When: October 8 & 9, from 11 am to 3 pm EST
Where: jobsconnected.com/gmu
Who will be there: 100 employers: gmu.joinhandshake.com/career_fairs/16529/employers_list
How: Group video and text-based chat
What else: Registration is required by October 6

How Students can prepare for the Fair

September 20-October 31: Suit-up Mason gmu.joinhandshake.com/events/572880/share_preview
Get dressed for success with the JC Penney mega-sale on career wear for the Mason community only.

October 5 & 6: Resume Clinic gmu.joinhandshake.com/jobs/4005878
Register by September 28 for a one-on-one resume review with local employers.

October 7: Prepare for the Fair Workshop gmu.joinhandshake.com/events/573647/share_preview
Learn how to navigate the virtual fair platform and introduce yourself to employers.

09/25/2020

09/25/2020

its.gmu.edu

On Sunday, September 27, 2020, Information Technology Services (ITS) is launching a new Patriot Pass Password Management website (password.gmu.edu). In tandem, the redesign of the Password Management site will also launch the requirement for current Mason students to enroll in Two-Factor Authentication (2FA).

Changes to the Password Management Website
The new Password Management site will have an improved look and feel, including a more modern and user-friendly design, a redesigned navigation to enhance the overall user experience, and responsive design making it optimal on all devices.

Two-Factor Authentication for Students
Effective September 27, when a student’s Patriot Pass Password expires (separate from MasonLive Microsoft Passwords), and they go to password.gmu.edu to reset their password, they will also go through the 2FA enrollment process.

Mason uses Duo Security to deliver 2FA, which is a second layer of protection for Mason websites and applications containing student information. Students do not need to wait for their passwords to expire to get 2FA and are encouraged to enroll early. Blackboard/myMason and MasonLive student email are currently not 2FA enabled.

To learn more or to enroll early, see 2fa.gmu.edu or visit the ITS knowledge base for additional information:
2FA Information and How-tos: https://its.gmu.edu/article-categories/2fa-information/
2FA Frequently Asked Questions: https://its.gmu.edu/article-categories/2fa-faqs/
If you need additional details or assistance, please contact the ITS Support Center at 703-993-8870 or via email at [email protected].

09/24/2020

09/22/2020

Overcoming Procrastination Workshop
Thursday, September 24
12:00 - 1:15 pm
Do you find yourself constantly putting off projects, assignments, or commitments? You may be caught in the “not now, later” trap. Learn the reasons why you might be putting off your work and strategies for how to break out of the procrastination cycle in this workshop offered by Graduate Student Life as part of their Maximizing Productivity during Graduate School Workshop Series.

Registration for the Overcoming Procrastination workshop is available here: https://mason360.gmu.edu/GradLife/rsvp_boot?id=761894

09/22/2020

Virtual Panel on Disability and Education
Tuesday, September 29
6:30 - 8:00 pm

The Future Educators Virtual Learning Community (VLC) invites all CEHD students to join faculty in the School of Education for a for an engaging and insightful virtual panel presentation focused on the perceptions and experiences of students with disabilities and mental health needs, their families, and professionals who work with them in the field of special education. Panel members will describe disempowering and empowering experiences, the impact of disability and mental health on families, and recommendations for families and education professionals. This is a safe space to ask questions about the panel members’ disabilities, life experiences, parenting experiences, and recommendations for educators. Questions? Contact CEHD Student Enrichment Coordinator, Brianna Alford, at [email protected].

Click here to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/from-our-mouth-to-your-ears-parent-student-reflections-on-disability-registration-120424973337