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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Enhancing Disability Inclusion in Tertiary Education Survey
ADCET is currently working on future planning and we are hoping that you can help us out by providing your views on what the future of disability inclusion in tertiary education should look like, and the role ADCET might play in this. It is timely to take stock of the big picture due to recent reforms occurring in the disability sector. We have prepared a survey which aims to seek insight from those with an interest in disability inclusion in tertiary education that you can complete (anonymously if you would like) to express your thoughts.
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Let a thousand (sunflower) blossoms bloom!
In defiance of the colder weather, sunflowers are blooming at Australian Catholic University (ACU) – but they aren’t in the garden. They’re on lapels and around collars, and they symbolise something vitally important to the university’s students. ACU has recently become a proud member of the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program on campus, with staff donning sunflower-adorned lanyards or pins to discreetly show their support for students with invisible disabilities.
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Unmasking literacies - A model for developing academic literacy in the neurodiverse enabling classroom
This presentation will share a nuanced understanding of literacy to transform learning in the neurodiverse classroom. Dr Angela Jones will explore critical approaches to new literacy studies, with a particular focus on the importance of neurodivergent literacies. This presentation will share the process for developing a pedagogical approach to developing academic literacies and skills in a neurodiverse enabling education classroom. When: Thursday 5 September 2024
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Celebrating Student Success – Embedding Inclusive Practices into Graduation
This presentation, by Kylie Austin, explored how inclusive practices were embedded in the University of Wollongong (UOW) graduation ceremony. This initiative was led by Jaymee Beveridge and Kylie Austin. In 2022, the University of Wollongong reimagined their Graduation ceremonies, connecting these celebrations with their rich Indigenous history and ensuring that Graduation practices were inclusive of gender and disability. UOW’s Graduation ceremonies are an example of shifting the narrative from potentially exclusive practices, to celebrating the success of students in inclusive ways.
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Workshop: UDL implementation and inclusive design
Exploring opportunities for reciprocal dialogue between faculty and students around UDL implementation and inclusive design. Lessons from a Canadian study on authentic dialogue between stakeholder groups. This workshop, led by Dr Frederic Fovet, engaged participants in exploring and discussing the key themes that emerged from a research project undertaken in West Canada that explored the way stakeholder groups envisage faculty-student dialogue in relation to UDL implementation across an institution.
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A Needs-Based Funding Approach for Students with Disability - What are the opportunities and challenges?
This insightful and critical panel discussion focused on a possible needs-based funding approach for students with disability in Australian tertiary education and its potential for enabling a better experience for students with disability. This was in response to the Australian higher education sector looking to transition to a Needs Based Funding model, as recommended under the Australian Universities Accord.
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
- Practice Spotlight: Let a thousand (sunflower) blossoms bloom!
- ADCET News: Enhancing Disability Inclusion in Tertiary Education Survey
- ADCET News: Needs-Based Funding Implementation Consultation - ADCET Submission
- ADCET News: Australian Tertiary Education Commission (ATEC) and a Managed Growth Funding System - ADCET Submission
- ADCET News: Vale Trevor Allan
- ADCET News: Wrap-up of the 2024 ADCET UDL Symposium
Upcoming events
- ADCET Webinar: Unmasking literacies - A model for developing academic literacy in the neurodiverse enabling classroom
- IPEd Workshop: Accessibility in action - Editing for equal access and inclusion
- Access and Success for Students with Disabilities
- Learning Support Forum
- IPEd Workshop: Accessibility in action - Creating useful image descriptions
- ACEN 2024 Conference
Sector news & positions vacant
- Job: Access and Disability Officer - William Angliss Institute
- Job: Disability & Access Advisor - TAFE Gippsland
- Job: Manager, Inclusion and Disability - The University of Sydney
- Job: Consultant: Equity Diversity & Inclusion - University of South Australia
- Job: Equitable Learning Advisor - RMIT University
- Sector News: Accessibility, creativity and universality at the ADCET Symposium
Latest links & articles
- Video: ADCET Webinar: Celebrating Student Success – Embedding Inclusive Practices into Graduation
- Article: Book: Universal Design for Learning - Principles, Framework, and Practice
- Video: ADCET Workshop: Exploring opportunities for reciprocal dialogue between faculty and students around UDL implementation and inclusive design
- Video: ADCET Panel Session: A Needs-Based Funding Approach for Students with Disability - What are the opportunities and challenges?
- Article: Designing Learning Experiences for Inclusivity and Diversity: Advice for Learning Designers
- Video: ADCET Webinar: Are inherent requirements a barrier to diversity?
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.