ADCET - Australian Disability Clearinghouse on Education and Training
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Featured news, events and articles from across the sector.
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ADCET Elevates User Experience with Revamped UDL Pages
We are excited to announce a significant enhancement to our website with the recent update of our Universal Design for Learning (UDL). The highlight of this update is the introduction of user-friendly tiles, strategically designed to elevate the overall user experience. These tiles are crafted to facilitate quick access to a range of resources, including UDL podcasts, webinars, checklists, case studies, and more.
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Enabling inclusive employability - designing work-integrated learning
This ADCET webinar, Enabling inclusive employability - designing work-integrated learning that supports students in uncovering who they are, and who they want to become, presented by Emily Jones, provided an overview of her doctoral research project that explores utilising UDL principles to design work-integrated learning. The presentation included an overview of the research aims, the different stages of the research and the concept of utilising UDL for WIL.
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Universal Design for Learning in Action - Dr Thomas Tobin's Keynote
This podcast is from Dr Thomas Tobin's keynote presentation at the ADCET UDL Symposium, "Reach Everyone and Teach Everyone with Universal Design for Learning". Discover how to implement UDL in the design of interactions with learners, creating spaces for best teaching practices to take place – in the classroom and beyond.
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Needed Now: Real, tangible supports for students with disability
In a recent article, Darlene McLennan, Manager, ADCET, discussed the need for substantial support and systemic changes in tertiary education for students with disability, as nine out of ten future jobs will require postsecondary education, posing a substantial risk for this group. She also highlights the underfunding of the tertiary sector, particularly ADCET, emphasising the need for a well-funded and deliberate response to ensure equitable access for students with disability in tertiary education.
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12@12: Are you there yet?
Are you there yet? Do self-doubts and worries about failing stop you doing things? Do you sometimes feel like an imposter at work? Learn how a growth mindset can boost your confidence. These short 12@12 session recordings are presented by Debbie Hindle.
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Enabling inclusive employability - designing work-integrated learning
This ADCET podcast is the audio version of our webinar: Enabling inclusive employability - designing work-integrated learning that supports students in uncovering who they are, and who they want to become. The presenter, Emily Jones (PhD candidate at the University of Wollongong), provided an overview of her doctoral research project that explores utilising Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles to design work-integrated learning (WIL).
What People Say
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Michelle Anderson, ManagerAccess & Inclusion, University of SA
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ADCET provides the Tertiary Education Sector with the most up to date current professional training. The webinars provided professional training over the breadth of a worker’s carer. This training has embedded a high quality of service across Tertiary Education Sector in Australia.
Liz Sullivan, ManagerUniAccess, Student Success and Wellbeing, University of Western Australia -
When I arrived in Australia 8 years ago and then landed my first role as a disability practitioner on Aussie soil, ADCET was my source of truth! I was the only disability advisor in the university and having ADCET to refer to ensured that I aligned with best practice in the sector. I have also referred countless academics and students to the website, to explore teaching strategies and assistive technology options. ADCET ensures that we as practitioners are all on the same page which benefits students with disability in tertiary education. Thank you ADCET for supporting us to support students with disability equitably, and I look forward to the next 25 years!
Veronica Nelson, Access and Inclusion AdvisorUniversity of SA -
A TAFE QLD practitioner for 28 years; I moved into a disability educational role in 2017. The ADCET team and their amazing suite of innovative and inclusive resources immediately made me feel comfortable, in control and totally supported. Through their modelling and encouragement I now get involved with the development and trialling of resources for our industry! The ADCET team genuinely cares for student and practitioner growth, both professionally and personally.
Meredith Jackson, Leading Vocational TeacherStudent Support, TAFE Queensland -
As a disability practitioner who often provides discrete support to our students, ADCET has been my ‘go-to’ resource for technology know-how, practitioner best practice and often just the simple but vital confirmation that I’m doing the best I can for our students engagement, independence and progression. ADCET is a wonderful resource. Happy 20th birthday!
Brandon Taylor, ManagerTAFE Queensland
ADCET news
- ADCET News: ADCET Elevates User Experience with Revamped UDL Pages
- ADCET News: Ally for ADCET - Alternative File Formats now available
- ADCET News: Needed Now: Real, tangible supports for students with disability combined with sector leadership and systemic supports
- ADCET News: WCAG 2.2 Released
- Practice Spotlight: Telepresence robots and Tertiary Education: The next frontier of remote learning?
- Practice Spotlight: Lessons in inclusion from student-led success in Vietnam
Upcoming events
Sector news & positions vacant
- Sector News: Research participants wanted for a Pilot Questionnaire
- Sector News: Feedback wanted: NCSEHE Data Website
- Sector News: Survey: Accommodating students with physical disabilities on placement in the human services
- Sector News: Contemporary Approaches to University Teaching MOOC
- Sector News: Applications now open: NCSEHE Visiting Fellowships
- Sector News: Join the DREAM Employment Network!
Latest links & articles
- Article: Final Report: 2023 UDL Strategic Project –Advancing Universal Design for Learning (UDL) in tertiary education
- Podcast: Talking APAC: Overcoming the challenges of disability
- Article: Good Practice Guidelines for Engaging with People with Disability
- Podcast: Podcast: Enabling inclusive employability - designing work-integrated learning
- Article: UQ Neurodiversity Hub: Tailoring Support for Neurodivergent Students.
- Article: Applying a UDHE Framework to an Online Learning Program
As a newcomer to the tertiary education sector, ADCET has been an enormous source of information, wisdom and support in all things education related. I’ve worked in the disability sector for over 30 years and ADCET is by far the most comprehensive and professional resource I have ever come across. The collegiality and willingness of practitioners across the country to share their knowledge and expertise is truly inspirational.