Podcast
Inclusion Matters is a podcast produced by CICC. Early childhood experts discuss a wide array of important topics for early childhood professionals.
Inclusion Matters is also available on Spotify, Overcast, Google Podcasts, and Radio Public.
Using Visual Supports in Early Childhood Programs: Part One
In this two part series on effective use of visual supports, Cindy Croft and Priscilla Weigel discuss the importance of using visuals when creating a positive social emotional and cognitive learning environment for young children. Examples and strategies for introducing and implementing a visual schedule and other visual supports in the early childhood setting are given.
(Length: 12:31)Help Me Grow Part 2-- When I make a referral, what happens next?
Join Cindy Croft and Priscilla Weigel as they continue their discussion with Jayne Cox-Lindsey, Early Childhood Referral In-Take Specialist. Jayne shares with our listeners the next steps that occur once a child enters the Help Me Grow referral process. An example of a referral success story is shared by Jayne which points out the collaborative process that create success for a child and a family.
(Length: 13:29)Help Me Grow Part 1-- What is it and when should I refer a child?
Join Cindy Croft and Priscilla Weigel as they talk with special guest Jayne Cox-Lindsey, Early Childhood Referral In-Take Specialist. Jayne shares information of the roll of Help Me Grow in our state, the referral process, who should be referred, and why child care providers are a critical piece of the early intervention process.
(Length: 15:45)Understanding Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: Part Three
Mary Beth Kelley and Martha Moriarty share common red flags for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and who should make the diagnosis. Cindy Croft and Priscilla Weigel facilitate the conversation with their guests and discuss common misconceptions between a learning disability and ADHD. ADHD as a disorder is defined and the process of a diagnosis is covered based on the criteria in the DSM-V.
(Length: 10:08)Understanding Learning Disabilities: An Overview of Learning Disabilities and Diagnosis: Part Two
Cindy Croft and Priscilla Weigel welcome guests Martha Moriarty and Mary Beth Kelley from the Learning Disabilities Association of Minnesota for further discussion on what a learning disability may look like in young children. We will also discuss what the road to diagnosis can look like for families.
(Length: 15:24)Understanding Learning Disabilities--Learning Disabilities Association of Minnesota: Part One
Cindy Croft and Priscilla Weigel welcome special guests Martha Moriarty and Mary Beth Kelley from the Learning Disabilities Association of Minnesota. This podcast series begins with an overview of services that this organization provides to children and adults of all ages in Minnesota.
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