Researchers from Australian Catholic University are testing a new measure to describe how a child uses vision in everyday activities. This measure was initially developed for use with parents of children with cerebral palsy, and researchers are now looking at its usefulness with children with vision impairment. They are seeking:

• parents and caregivers of children with vision impairment up to the age of 6 years (from birth to 5 years 11 months); and
• parents and caregivers of children with cerebral palsy, or at high risk of developing CP, up to the age of 6 years. In this group we need parents and caregivers of children with good visual abilities and poor visual abilities, and everything in-between.

If families choose to participate, they will be asked to complete an online survey. There are some questions about them and their child, and the ‘Measure of Early Vision Use’ (MEVU) to complete. The MEVU consists of 14 questions and should not take more than 10 minutes to answer, however completion of the entire survey may take up to 40 minutes depending on how many sections completed.

The project is now at a second stage where we are hoping to investigate the use of  MEVU on children with vision impairment.  We have approval with the RIDBC Research Committee to advertise the project to RIDBC families, to invite them to participate. The project also has full ethics clearance with the Australian Catholic University and The University of Newcastle Human Research Ethics Committee.

If you are interested please go on to read the Participant Information Sheet.

Participant Information Sheet_v2_20.3.20

Click on the link below to read more:

https://www.afb.org/aw/20/7

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DADAA will be at Skyworks 2019 for the third year in a row. We will be providing an Audio Described service for people who are blind or vision-impaired. Audio Description will be provided live, as the action happens.

An Auslan Interpreter service will also be offered.

We will be in a grassed area right on the foreshore about 800 metres from Elizabeth Quay Train Station and 350 metres from the Bell Tower. As this is a large public event, we will be located in a cordoned-off area, making this a comfortable space for people with disability, including for children with ASD and their families. The City of Perth also has a quiet space nearby for families with children with autism needing respite. DADAA will manage arts activities in these quiet zones.

To participate in the Audio Description service, you will need to provide your own earphones to connect to DADAA’s audio description unit.

Once booked, you will not need to arrive early to secure your spot, as it will be held for you.

Enjoy the entertainment and food at Langley Park, only 200 metres from the Audio Described viewing area, before joining us for the show.

Bring a rug or a chair, a picnic or food from one of the many food stalls.

Bookings are essential as spaces are limited.

To book or for further information, email jacqueline@dadaa.org.au or call 0400 111 018.

Once booked, you will receive further information on the event.

This is a free event.

https://mailchi.mp/afb/jvibseptoct2018-497993?e=6292a038d9

https://mailchi.mp/ridbc.org.au/enewsdecember?e=75b50115e5

https://www.artgallery.nsw.gov.au/calendar/drop-in-and-make-colour-pattern-rhythm-shape/?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Artmail%2011%20December%202018%20-%20Whiteley&utm_content=Artmail%2011%20December%202018%20-%20Whiteley+CID_afb1d6217243dc3392d3386bd082335a&utm_source=Email%20marketing%20software&utm_term=Learn%20more

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Ballyland Code 1: Say Hello starts with a game Tutorial, called ‘Play with Coding’, introducing the basic concept of coding. You will code and create a mini audio play with the Ballylanders. In an accessible panel you need to select options in a specific sequence. You start with choosing a Ballylander, then what he/she needs to do, then how many times, and then you pick the end. Play and learn about sequencing, patterning, navigating the coding panel, selecting options, and the basic concept of coding.

• Fun, accessible introduction to computational thinking and coding
• No coding experience required
• The perfect gift for the holidays!

Available from the AppStore Get it now!https://itunes.apple.com/au/app/ballyland-code-1-say-hello/id1384987610?mt=8

For more information, visit the Sonokids website, at http://www.sonokids.org
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