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The Summer Institute: Finding a Voice, Finding a Place, Finding a Purpose.

The Institute on Communication and Inclusion at Syracuse University invite individuals who communicate by typing to an exciting three day conference July 20-22, 2011.

Learn more about the Summer Institute

REGISTER NOW

WHEN: July 20-22, 2011

WHERE: MIT Media Lab, Cambridge, MA

WHAT: We are excited to invite you to attend our 4th annual Summer Institute on Communication and Inclusion! This three-day event on research, practice, advocacy for individuals who type to communicate will focus on the theme of Finding a Voice, Finding a Place, Finding a Purpose. The conference will begin each day with a keynote presentation, followed by hands-on workshops and concurrent sessions. You can expect to learn more about supported typing, develop your skills with leading communication trainers, and access the latest research on communication support and inclusion.

HOW: Visit the Institute on Communication and Inclusion Homepage ( http://ici.syr.edu) for complete 3-day conference agenda and more details.
WHAT IS “Supported Typing”?

Supported typing, or facilitated communication (FC), is a form of alternative and augmentative communication in which people with disabilities that involve communication impairment express themselves, by pointing at pictures, letters or objects, and more commonly by typing; with the assistance of communication partner, or facilitator. The goal of this communication training and support is physically independent typing, typing with minimal facilitator support, or a combination of speaking and typing.

Registration Fees

$300 individual / $300 individual + 1 facilitator / $500 individual + 2 facilitators /$600 individual + team

For more information contact Institute on Communication and Inclusion at
315-443-9379 or [email protected]