Classroom Resources and Information
Classroom Tools - Activity Downloads
- ELR Software Pty Ltd: some free downloads for language and literacy programs
- vocabulary.co.il: vocabulary work sheets
- Literacy on Line: free literacy game downloads
- Widgit resources: a huge number of downloads (quite a lot free) on a range of subjects including literacy, numeracy and independent living skills .The site is worth browsing
- Spectronics: free on line activities in a range of subjects including literacy and numeracy
- The Math Worksheet Site: create an endless supply of free printable math worksheets.
- Reading Freedom: reading and adult literacy software - not free
- Literacy Centre: very basic literacy aimed at early childhood
- Learning Resources: stories with activities attached; newspaper level reading
- ABCteach: free worksheets, crosswords, puzzles, games
Classroom Strategy Resources for Teaching People With Disability
Inclusive Communities Resource Manual (0.3MB PDF file)
Written for neighbourhood houses: includes Model Policies (also in Easy English), tips and examples on class room techniques and teaching strategies, duty of care and a range of other disability related topics.
Partner-Assisted Learning (PALS)
Also written for the adult learning sector: a series of training modules and user handbooks covering topics such as Making Friends, Fitting In, Self Advocacy. Available from im.org.au
The Right to be Here - Mental Health Handbook
The Right to be Here (2.4MB PDF) Handbook and case studies on inclusion of people with mental health disorders.
Australian Disability Clearinghouse on Education and Training (ADCET)
In order to facilitate successful outcomes and improve the educational experience for students with disability, ADCET provides information, advice and resources to disability practitioners, academics, teachers and students on inclusive practices within the post-secondary education sector. Go to website: Australian Disability Clearinghouse
Teaching People With a Disability
- This "E-How" is for children but tips provided are still relevant for adults with disability
Other Classroom Resources
- Extra Language Resources (ELR): review of speech, language and literacy resources
- Spectronics: Product reviews
- TKI: Search facility provides massive listings - mainly New Zealand based
Disability Awareness Publications and Staff Training Resources
- Maroondah Council: Communicating with People with Disabilities (446KB PDF)
- Teachers’ Domain : professional development for teachers
ACE DisAbility Network publications
- Disability Information & Support Listing for Training Providers (0.23MB PDF)
- It Takes Two To Tango - Partnerships, Disability and the ACE and TAFE Sectors (0.31MB PDF)
- Better Than It Was
Disability Services Directories
Inclusion Websites
Assistive Technology
- Assistive software for sale
- Statewide Vision Resource Centre: Suppliers of Access Technology for People with Vision Impairments
- Spectronics (www.spectronicsinoz.com): supplies special needs software and assistive technologies