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Category: Creativity
What We Can Learn from “The Peanut Butter Falcon” about Spreading Inclusion
In Hollywood, diversity and inclusion have become a frequent topic of discussion over the past few years. There has been a push from both within and outside the industry to shed light on the stories of the marginalized and underrepresented, including people of different races and genders. Though there is still much room for growth,…
Everyone Can Create: Apple’s Educational Campaign is a Step Toward Inclusion
After two years of promoting its “Everyone Can Code” campaign that pushed for incorporating STEM and especially coding into schools’ learning objectives and curricula, Apple has shifted its focus to the notion that “Everyone can Create.” Through using their products, Apple hopes that not only will students be able to learn now to think creatively in a way that keeps them engaged, but teachers will also be able to be supported in incorporating new and creative ways into their curriculum that includes all types of students.
5 Must-Have AAC Apps For Adults
Augmented and Alternative Communication (AAC) apps for adults can be used for varied reasons from a temporary disability to a permanent one. Using a device or AAC app for nonverbal communication gives the user freedom to express him/herself where otherwise they may have not been able to do. The app can be helpful for family…
3 App Developers That Are Contributing to Their Communities
We live in a time when the influx of technology is exponentially growing on a daily basis. Something that was ground-breaking yesterday is old news today. We are constantly building and working off of past achievements, looking toward the future for the newest app or device. As we continue into this ever-growing market of technological…
Emotional Regulation Part 2: Practical Tools for You and Your Child to Use
As discussed in Part I of this series, emotional regulation is the ability to regulate our emotions to adapt to our environments. It is crucial to the quality of our socio-emotional development, academic growth, and overall well-being. While emotional regulation can be almost second nature for most, there are individuals who struggle and need to…
4 Tips for Better Working With People With Disabilities
The United States Census reports that among the 53.9 million school-aged children (age 5-17), there are 2.8 million with a disability (5.2 percent). This number is accurate, compelling, but capable of being ignored, since the majority of children in school do not have a disability. According to the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), “some 93…