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Past Keynotes & Presentations

This is a collection of keynotes and presentations given at the Collaborative Experience conferences over the years. They are intended to be a resource for teachers of the deaf, deafblind and hard of hearing, school professionals, and families. 

Special thanks to our presenters, speakers, and interpreters for their work.

Educational Equity for Language and Disability Justice with Dra. Gloshanda Lawyer
1:29:34
11/03/2024
This is a live recording from the 2024 Collaborative Experience Conference. The interpretations and captions were produced for the live audience in attendance at the conference. Some anomalies may exist due to the audience needs and the nature of simultaneous interpreting. This interpretation has not been reviewed by the presenter. We appreciate the interpreters' and CART provider's willingness to include their work with this recording. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent, including the State of Minnesota.
Variable Language Input and Early Vocabulary of Development with Dr. Naomi Caselli
1:27:12
11/02/2024
This is a live recording from the 2024 Collaborative Experience Conference. The interpretations and captions were produced for the live audience in attendance at the conference. Some anomalies may exist due to the audience needs and the nature of simultaneous interpreting. This interpretation has not been reviewed by the presenter. We appreciate the interpreters' and CART provider's willingness to include their work with this recording. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent, including the State of Minnesota.
The Science of Reading with Dr. Stacey Tucci
1:28:20
11/02/2024
This is a live recording from the 2024 Collaborative Experience Conference. The interpretations and captions were produced for the live audience in attendance at the conference. Some anomalies may exist due to the audience needs and the nature of simultaneous interpreting. This interpretation has not been reviewed by the presenter. We appreciate the interpreters' and CART provider's willingness to include their work with this recording. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent, including the State of Minnesota.
Suicide Prevention with Lori Vigesaa
57:55
11/04/2022
A live recording from the 2022 Collaborative Experience Conference. The interpretations for this presentation were produced for the live audience in attendance at the conference. Some anomalies may exist due to the audience needs and the nature of simultaneous interpreting. This interpretation has not been reviewed by the presenter. We appreciate the interpreters' and CART provider's willingness to include their work with this recording. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent, including the State of Minnesota.
Creating and Implementing Story Boxes: Experience Books and Authentic Choice-Making Opportunities with Dr. Susan Bruce
57:36
11/04/2022
A live recording from the 2022 Collaborative Experience Conference. The interpretations for this presentation were produced for the live audience in attendance at the conference. Some anomalies may exist due to the audience needs and the nature of simultaneous interpreting. This interpretation has not been reviewed by the presenter. We appreciate the interpreters' and CART provider's willingness to include their work with this recording. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent, including the State of Minnesota.
So Now You're Woke? What's Next? with Valerie Shirley
1:02:02
11/03/2022
A live recording from the 2022 Collaborative Experience Conference. The interpretations for this presentation were produced for the live audience in attendance at the conference. Some anomalies may exist due to the audience needs and the nature of simultaneous interpreting. This interpretation has not been reviewed by the presenter. We appreciate the interpreters' and CART provider's willingness to include their work with this recording. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent, including the State of Minnesota.
Executive Functioning: Enhancing Self-Regulation in Deaf & Hard of Hearing Children Keynote with Dr. Peter Isquith
1:30:02
11/04/2022
A live recording from the 2022 Collaborative Experience Conference. The interpretations for this presentation were produced for the live audience in attendance at the conference. Some anomalies may exist due to the audience needs and the nature of simultaneous interpreting. This interpretation has not been reviewed by the presenter. We appreciate the interpreters' and CART provider's willingness to include their work with this recording. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent, including the State of Minnesota.
Families, Adults who are Deaf/Hard of Hearing & Professionals Coming Together to FOSTER Joy Keynote with Dr. Amy Szarkowski
1:15:06
11/05/2022
A live recording from the 2022 Collaborative Experience Conference. The interpretations for this presentation were produced for the live audience in attendance at the conference. Some anomalies may exist due to the audience needs and the nature of simultaneous interpreting. This interpretation has not been reviewed by the presenter. We appreciate the interpreters' and CART provider's willingness to include their work with this recording. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent, including the State of Minnesota.
Assessment Results as a Tool for Effective Family-Based Communication Development with Kristina Blaiser
1:07:34
11/08/2019
A live recording from the 2019 Collaborative Experience Conference. The interpretations for this presentation were produced for the live audience in attendance at the conference. Some anomalies may exist due to the audience needs and the nature of simultaneous interpreting. This interpretation has not been reviewed by the presenter. We appreciate the interpreters' and CART provider's willingness to include their work with this recording. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent, including the State of Minnesota.
Language Justice for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Students: Bringing 'Translanguaging' to Life with Gloshanda Lawyer
1:12:46
11/09/2019
A live recording from the 2019 Collaborative Experience Conference. The interpretations for this presentation were produced for the live audience in attendance at the conference. Some anomalies may exist due to the audience needs and the nature of simultaneous interpreting. This interpretation has not been reviewed by the presenter. We appreciate the interpreters' and CART provider's willingness to include their work with this recording. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent, including the State of Minnesota.
Language Play Through ASL Rhymes and Rhythms with Hands Land
1:20:57
11/07/2019
A live recording from the 2019 Collaborative Experience Conference. The interpretations for this presentation were produced for the live audience in attendance at the conference. Some anomalies may exist due to the audience needs and the nature of simultaneous interpreting. This interpretation has not been reviewed by the presenter. We appreciate the interpreters' and CART provider's willingness to include their work with this recording. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent, including the State of Minnesota.
Raising the Bar for Postsecondary Success with Stephanie Cawthon
1:16:04
11/08/2019
A live recording from the 2019 Collaborative Experience Conference. The interpretations for this presentation were produced for the live audience in attendance at the conference. Some anomalies may exist due to the audience needs and the nature of simultaneous interpreting. This interpretation has not been reviewed by the presenter. We appreciate the interpreters' and CART provider's willingness to include their work with this recording. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent, including the State of Minnesota.
Supporting the Whole Child: Supporting the Gift of a Different Ability with Karen Putz
1:03:55
11/08/2019
A live recording from the 2019 Collaborative Experience Conference. The interpretations for this presentation were produced for the live audience in attendance at the conference. Some anomalies may exist due to the audience needs and the nature of simultaneous interpreting. This interpretation has not been reviewed by the presenter. We appreciate the interpreters' and CART provider's willingness to include their work with this recording. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent, including the State of Minnesota.
Longitudinal Study: Outcomes for Children with Hearing Loss with Dr. Elizabeth Walker
1:10:12
11/03/2017
A live recording from the 2017 Collaborative Experience Conference. The interpretations for this presentation were produced for the live audience in attendance at the conference. Some anomalies may exist due to the audience needs and the nature of simultaneous interpreting. This interpretation has not been reviewed by the presenter. We appreciate the interpreters' and CART provider's willingness to include their work with this recording. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent, including the State of Minnesota.
Multicultural Education Environment for Diverse Deaf & Hard of Hearing Children with Dr. Laurene Simms
1:04:44
11/03/2017
A live recording from the 2017 Collaborative Experience Conference. The interpretations for this presentation were produced for the live audience in attendance at the conference. Some anomalies may exist due to the audience needs and the nature of simultaneous interpreting. This interpretation has not been reviewed by the presenter. We appreciate the interpreters' and CART provider's willingness to include their work with this recording. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent, including the State of Minnesota.
The Time is Now: Research Shifts in Understanding Language Acquisition Impacts in Deaf Education with Roberta J. Cordano
49:01
11/03/2017
A live recording from the 2017 Collaborative Experience Conference. The interpretations for this presentation were produced for the live audience in attendance at the conference. Some anomalies may exist due to the audience needs and the nature of simultaneous interpreting. This interpretation has not been reviewed by the presenter. We appreciate the interpreters' and CART provider's willingness to include their work with this recording. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent, including the State of Minnesota.
Social and Emotional Functioning's Impact on Academic Success with Mark Rosica
1:01:15
03/31/2016
A live recording from the 2016 Collaborative Experience Conference. The interpretations for this presentation were produced for the live audience in attendance at the symposium. Some anomalies may exist due to the audience needs and the nature of simultaneous interpreting. This interpretation has not been reviewed by the presenter. We appreciate the interpreters' and CART provider's willingness to include their work with this recording. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent, including the State of Minnesota.
Successful Transitioning: A Panel of Successful Adults (ASL and English) with Elise Knopf and Panelists
50:05
04/02/2016
Panelists: Kyle Wright, Moises Prince, Ty Gilson, Tessa Gilson and Brandi Brendmoen. A live recording from the 2016 Collaborative Experience Conference. The interpretations for this presentation were produced for the live audience in attendance at the symposium. Some anomalies may exist due to the audience needs and the nature of simultaneous interpreting. This interpretation has not been reviewed by the presenter. We appreciate the interpreters' and CART provider's willingness to include their work with this recording. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent, including the State of Minnesota.
Weaving Strong Connections in Mainstream Settings with Dr. Linda Lytle
1:14:37
04/01/2016
A live recording from the 2016 Collaborative Experience Conference. The interpretations for this presentation were produced for the live audience in attendance at the symposium. Some anomalies may exist due to the audience needs and the nature of simultaneous interpreting. This interpretation has not been reviewed by the presenter. We appreciate the interpreters' and CART provider's willingness to include their work with this recording. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent, including the State of Minnesota.
What Happens in Preschool Doesn't Stay in Preschool with Dr. Debbie Golos
25:07
04/01/2016
A live recording from the 2016 Collaborative Experience Conference. The interpretations for this presentation were produced for the live audience in attendance at the symposium. Some anomalies may exist due to the audience needs and the nature of simultaneous interpreting. This interpretation has not been reviewed by the presenter. We appreciate the interpreters' and CART provider's willingness to include their work with this recording. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent, including the State of Minnesota.
What's Really Happening in Literacy Education? with Dr. Susan Easterbrooks
1:13:09
04/02/2016
A live recording from the 2016 Collaborative Experience Conference. The interpretations for this presentation were produced for the live audience in attendance at the symposium. Some anomalies may exist due to the audience needs and the nature of simultaneous interpreting. This interpretation has not been reviewed by the presenter. We appreciate the interpreters' and CART provider's willingness to include their work with this recording. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent, including the State of Minnesota.
50 Years: Reflections on Past, Present & Future with Dr. Susan Rose
31:25
04/16/2015
A live recording from the 2015 Collaborative Experience Conference. The interpretations for this presentation were produced for the live audience in attendance at the symposium. Some anomalies may exist due to the audience needs and the nature of simultaneous interpreting. This interpretation has not been reviewed by the presenter. We appreciate the interpreters' and CART provider's willingness to include their work with this recording. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent, including the State of Minnesota.
Cultivating Real World Skill-sets for 21st Century Success with Susan Elliot
1:14:19
04/18/2015
A live recording from the 2015 Collaborative Experience Conference. The interpretations for this presentation were produced for the live audience in attendance at the symposium. Some anomalies may exist due to the audience needs and the nature of simultaneous interpreting. This interpretation has not been reviewed by the presenter. We appreciate the interpreters' and CART provider's willingness to include their work with this recording. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent, including the State of Minnesota.
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