Upcoming Events


04 February 2013 | Distance Learning

This course provides an introduction to braille for those who wish to learn the Braille alphabet, numbers and some simple Braille contractions.


12 June 2013 | Matilda Rose Early Learning Centre, Waverley NSW

The aim of the workshop is to provide professionals with the belief and understanding that hearing impaired children who have an additional need are able to develop auditory skills provided there are no contraindications, develop social interaction and play skills to enhance communication, language and maximise educational outcomes.


17 June 2013 | RIDBC Renwick Centre and Online

Traditional orientation and mobility techniques and strategies often have little success with students with hearing loss in addition to their vision impairment. The challenge is not choosing the most appropriate mobility technique, but being able to encourage any type of purposeful movement or effectively communicate with our student. Orientation and mobility,...

About RIDBC Renwick

RIDBC Renwick Centre is a centre for research and professional studies in the field of education for children with sensory disabilities. In partnership with the University of Newcastle, the RIDBC Renwick Centre is committed to the provision of high quality teaching and learning opportunities for professionals in the area of Special Education for students with hearing or vision impairment, research in these same areas, and related community service.

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