Best Acccess Podcasts (2024)

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Creating Inclusive Classrooms: Strategies, and Building Relationships 17:09

1M ago17:09

17:09

Summary: In this episode of "Practical Access," hosts Lisa Dieker and Rebecca Hines are joined by Dr. Maggie Mosher, an assistant research professor at the Achievement and Assessment Institute at the University of Kansas. Dr. Mosher specializes in using evidence-based practices and innovative technologies to improve academic, social, emotional, and…

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Unleashing Student Potential: Strategies from a Veteran Teacher including using AI 17:35

2M ago17:35

17:35

Summary: In this episode of "Practical Access," hosts Lisa Dieker and Rebecca Hines welcome special guest Dave Stewart Jr., a veteran high school teacher with nearly two decades of experience teaching English and history and his journey with AI. Dave also writes articles and books to support fellow educators in their classroom practices. The conver…

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S11: E2 Beyond the Screen: Social Learning with VOISS in VR environments with Dr. Sean Smith 18:47

2M ago18:47

18:47

Summary: In this week's episode, we delve into the cutting-edge realm of virtual reality (VR) technology, specifically tailored to assist students in mastering problem-solving within social contexts through simulated scenarios mirroring real-world challenges. Our guest, Sean Smith, serves as the Principal Investigator for Project VOISS, alongside h…

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S11: E1 The Rise of EL and AI in Classroom Learning with Tiffanie Zaugg 13:32

2M ago13:32

13:32

Summary: Join us as we delve into the developing world of AI and the impacts it has in classrooms. Explore it's benefits, power, and mind-bending potential within the classroom. Tiffanie, a former AAC Coordinator in the school district of Iowa, joins us to elaborate on the integration of AI technology in classrooms. Meet El, Tiffanie's innovative c…

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S10 E7: Embracing Accessibility with Luis Perez 15:03

6M ago15:03

15:03

Summary: In this engaging episode of "Practical Access," hosts Lisa Dieker and Rebecca Hines invite Luis Perez, the Disability and Digital Inclusion Lead at CAST, to discuss the vital topic of accessibility and universal design for learning (UDL). Perez shares his personal journey, having been diagnosed with a visual impairment as an adult, and how…

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S10 E6: Inclusive Education for Diverse Needs (including visual needs) with Dr. Avien Henry 20:24

6M ago20:24

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This episode of Practical Access features Avien Henry, the Principal of the Children's Learning Center at Helen Keller Services. During this episode, she, along with Drs. Lisa Dieker and Rebecca Hines provide valuable insights into early childhood education for children with special needs. Dr. Henry's experience and strategies offer practical advic…

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S10 E5: Using Technology Based-Solutions for Professional Development 11:22

6M ago11:22

11:22

This episode of Practical Access discusses Drs. Lisa Dieker & Rebecca Hines' Federal Grant project called FLIGHT STEM Coaching, which focuses on assisting math and science coaches in supporting special education teachers. The project utilizes a tool called Debriefscape, offering a comprehensive coaching and professional development approach. FLIGHT…

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S10 E4: Enhancing Social Skills and Learning through AI and Robotics 15:15

6M ago15:15

15:15

In this episode of Practical Access, Lisa Dieker and Rebecca Hines discuss Project RAISE (Robots and Artificial Intelligence to Improve Social Skills for Elementary Students), a federally funded initiative aimed at integrating AI and robotics in educational settings. The project is a collaboration with UCP of Central Florida and led by computer sci…

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S10 E3: A.I. in Education: Opportunities and Challenges 21:38

6M ago21:38

21:38

In this follow-up episode on Artificial Intelligence (AI), Drs. Lisa Dieker and Rebecca Hines explore its multifaceted role. The discussion is framed around a book by Reid Hoffman, written in collaboration with ChatGPT, focusing on the impact and potential of AI in enhancing human capabilities in educational settings. Link to Reid Hoffman & ChatGPT…

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S10 E2: Harnessing A.I. 11:34

6M ago11:34

11:34

This episode of Practical Access offers a comprehensive look at how AI can be a valuable asset in education, from assisting in lesson planning to enhancing student engagement. Drs. Lisa Dieker & Rebecca Hines encourage educators to explore AI tools, considering ethical considerations and the potential for increased efficiency and customization in t…

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S10 E1: Embracing Change & Advancing Education through Technology 10:28

6M ago10:28

10:28

In this insightful episode of Practical Access, hosts Drs. Lisa Dieker and Rebecca Hines discuss the evolving landscape of education, particularly focusing on technology's role in shaping flexible learning methods. The episode opens with Dr. Dieker sharing her recent move to the University of Kansas, where she highlights her involvement in the Scho…

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S9 E11: Teacher Preparation with Dr. Mary Little 12:28

1y ago12:28

12:28

Today we interview Dr. Mary Little, a Professor of Exceptional Student Education at the University of Central Florida and in expert in partnerships. Tune in to learn about her experience and her goal to improve K-12 student learning, especially within diverse, urban schools. Don't forget we love to hear from our listeners. If you have any questions…

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Season 9 Bonus: Call Me MISTER 17:52

1y ago17:52

17:52

Less than 2 percent of public school teachers in the United States are African American men. Call Me MISTER (Mentors Instructing Students Toward Effective Role Models) was established to help increase the number of African American males in the classroom. Call Me MISTER is an innovative and effective leadership development program for African Ameri…

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S9 E9: Reinvigorating Teacher Prep Programs with Dr. Eileen Glavey 13:58

1+ y ago13:58

13:58

By Eric Imperiale

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S9 E8: Inspire of Central Florida 10:22

1+ y ago10:22

10:22

In today’s episode, we have two special guests from Inspire of Central Florida, Nashalie Soto and Liliana Continanzi. Tune in to learn more about Inspire of Central Florida and how they provide educational, vocational, residential, and transportation services to adults with special needs in Central Florida. Their various Special Needs Adults Day Pr…

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S9 E7: Supporting Doctoral Students 12:15

1+ y ago12:15

12:15

What does obtaining a Doctoral of Philosophy (Ph. D) mean? How can we support more individuals to get a terminal degree in Special Education? Why is research so important in special education? Tune in to today's episode to hear how Drs. Lisa Dieker and Rebecca Hines tackle these questions and more! Don't forget we love to hear from our listeners! I…

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S9 E6: Supporting Students with Emotional Behavioral Disorder (EBD) 12:40

1+ y ago12:40

12:40

In today’s episode, we talk about how to support students with Emotional Behavioral Disorders (EBD). Don't forget we love to hear from our listeners! If you have any questions, feel free to reach out. We look forward to receiving your questions on our Google Phone (407) 900- 9305, Facebook (Practical Access), Twitter (@AccessPractical), or Instagra…

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S9 E5: Let's talk about Nonverbal Communication 10:41

1+ y ago10:41

10:41

In today’s episode, we talk about all Nonverbal Communication! Don't forget we love to hear from our listeners! If you have any questions, feel free to reach out. We look forward to receiving your questions on our Google Phone (407) 900- 9305, Facebook (Practical Access), Twitter (@AccessPractical), or Instagram (@Practical_Access).…

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S9 E4: Post Pandemic Concerns 9:24

1+ y ago9:24

9:24

Studies have shown the cumulative impact of the COVID-19 pandemic in the educational setting. This impact includes learning loss but also how we interact with one another. In today's episode, Drs. Lisa Dieker and Rebecca Hines talk about post-pandemic learning concerns. Please tune in to hear some of their tips on increasing students' executive fun…

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S9 E3: Co-Teaching Part 2: How to Make it Work 12:20

1+ y ago12:20

12:20

Co-taught inclusion classes can look wildly different depending on how the model is implemented, and there's no silver bullet on how it's done. In today's episode, Drs. Rebecca Hines and Lisa Dieker continue their conversation on co-teaching and share some tips on how they've collaborated successfully to help build an effective teaching partnership…

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S9 E2: Co-Teaching Part 1 13:47

1+ y ago13:47

13:47

In today’s episode, Dr. Rebecca Hines interviews Dr. Lisa Dieker about Co-Teaching. Co-teaching is a collaborative approach to instruction in which two teachers, typically a general education teacher and a special education teacher, work together to plan and implement instruction for a class that includes students with disabilities. Tune in to this…

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S9 E1: Our Favorite Things 10:37

1+ y ago10:37

10:37

Drs. Rebecca Hines and Lisa Dieker are back for season nine! This season we are talking all about "their favorite things." This includes topics such as co-teaching, technology, and a few special guests! Please tune in today as they kick off the first episode of the season and focus on technology. Don't forget we love to hear from our listeners! If …

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S3 E11: Season Wrap Up 11:04

2y ago11:04

11:04

Today we wrap up Season 11 with Drs. Lisa Dieker and Rebecca Hines. Don't forget we love to hear from our listeners! If you have any questions, feel free to reach out. We look forward to receiving your questions on our Google Phone (407) 900- 9305, Facebook (Practical Access), Twitter (@AccessPractical), or Instagram (@Practical_Access).…

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S8 E9: Knoebels Amusement Park with Stacy Yutko 14:17

2y ago14:17

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Today we have a special guest for you! We have Stacy Yutko from Knoebels Amusement Park. Don't forget we love to hear from our listeners! If you have any questions, feel free to reach out. We look forward to receiving your questions on our Google Phone (407) 900- 9305, Facebook (Practical Access), Twitter (@AccessPractical), or Instagram (@Practica…

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S8 E8: Chance 2 Dance with Nicole Warren 15:42

2y ago15:42

15:42

Today we have a special guest for you! We have Nicole Warren from Chance 2 Dance (C2D). In 2018, Nicole Warren designed the blueprints for a new dance studio vision; C2D built out the state of Florida's First sensory-friendly dance studio and black box theater to provide a safe, inclusive, and accommodating atmosphere for all individuals to receive…

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S8 E7: Arts for Autism with Audrey Amadeo 14:04

2y ago14:04

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In today's episode, Drs. Lisa Dieker and Rebecca Hines sit down with the owner of Arts for Autism, Audrey Amadeo. Audrey was born and raised in Miami, Florida, and has always been passionate about giving back to her community by teaching and working with individuals with Autism. Audrey earned a Master’s degree in Developmental Disabilities with a s…

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S8 E6: Orlando Ballet with Catherine Linder 18:03

2y ago18:03

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In today's episode, Drs. Lisa Dieker and Rebecca Hines converse with Catherine Linder from the Orlando Ballet. Catherine uses her passion for dance to advocate for the inclusion of arts in education to enable children and students to become more conscious, creative, and innovative. Tune in to learn about Orlando Ballet's commitment to expanding opp…

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S8 E5: Autism on the Seas with Dr. Janet Bertoni 16:23

2y ago16:23

16:23

Today we have a special treat for you! Our hosts Drs. Dieker and Hines get to sit down with Dr. Janet Bertoni, a part of Autism on the Seas. Autism on the Seas is an international organization that develops cruise vacation services to accommodate adults and families living with children with Special Needs. This includes but is not limited to, Autis…

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S8 E4: A Mom's Story with Kathleen Williams 16:08

2y ago16:08

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Today we have a special treat for you! Our hosts, Drs. Dieker and Hines get to sit down with a friend of the show and mom, Kathleen Williams. Kathleen is not only a part of the UCF Exceptional Education family but also a mother to a son with special needs. In this episode, she shares her experiences as a mother to a social and lovable son with Auti…

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S8 E3: Inclusive Impact with Andrea Piazza 11:14

2y ago11:14

11:14

In today’s episode, Drs. Lisa Dieker and Rebecca Hines have a conversation with Andrea Piazza. Andrea Piazza graduated from the University of Central Florida with a Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. She is passionate about working with underserved communities such as individuals with special needs, eating disorders, complex trau…

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S8 E2: Equestrian Horse Therapy 16:44

2y ago16:44

16:44

Drs. Rebecca Hines and Lisa Dieker are starting Season 8 with their first guest, Jeannie to talk about Equestrian Horseback Riding. Please don't forget to tune in! Don't forget we love to hear from our listeners! If you have any questions, feel free to reach out. We look forward to receiving your questions on our Google Phone (407) 900- 9305, Faceb…

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S8 E1: Summer of Fun 11:42

2y ago11:42

11:42

Drs. Rebecca Hines and Lisa Dieker are starting Season 8 with ideas and suggestions for a fun summer. Please tune in today as our first episode as we kick off with our first episode of the summer as we explore fun options and practical tips to enjoy the summer! Don't forget we love to hear from our listeners! If you have any questions, feel free to…

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S7 E16: Wrapping up the Season 5:16

2y ago5:16

5:16

By Eric Imperiale

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S7 E15: CEC Book Share & More with Dr. Tara Courchaine 7:48

2y ago7:48

7:48

In today's episode, recorded live at the CEC 100th Anniversary, we were able to sit down with Dr. Tara Courchaine. She is the Chief Research & Development Officer. Tara comes from the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Special Education Programs. In that role, she helped to support the work in two divisions: Research-to-Practice and the Monito…

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S7 E14: CEC Back to Basics with Dr. Mary Ruth Coleman 13:25

2y ago13:25

13:25

In today's episode, recorded live at the CEC 100th Anniversary, we were able to sit down with Dr. Mary Ruth Coleman. Dr. Coleman is a Senior Scientist, Emeritus, at the FPG Child Development Institute, at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She directs many projects and has numerous publications including the 14th Edition of the semina…

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S7 E13: CEC Incorporating Tech with Dr. Tara Kaczorowski 9:27

2y ago9:27

9:27

Today, we have Dr. Tara Kaczorowski join us in an episode of Practical Access, which was recorded live at the 100th CEC Conference. Dr. Kaczorowski's primary research areas are in teacher/faculty preparation, instructional technology, video-enhanced reflection, and math/STEM instruction for students with high-incidence disabilities. Currently, she …

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S7 E12: CEC Teaching All Kids with Marcee Wilburn and Jolly Piersall 11:07

2y ago11:07

11:07

You are in for a treat! For the first time ever, Drs. Rebecca Hines and Lisa Dieker interview have two guests for one episode! In today's episode, Marcee Wilbrun and Jolly Piersall are the Director and Project Coordinator at the Indiana IEP Resource Center. Tune in as Drs. Rebecca Hines and Lisa Dieker honor, celebrate, and reflect on their careers…

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S7 E11: CEC Developing Culturally Responsive Educators with Dr. Cathy Kea 17:05

2y ago17:05

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Dr. Cathy Kea is a Professor of Special Education at North Carolina A&T State University. Dr. Kea’s research interest and engagement focus on the intersection between general education, special education, and multicultural education- a trilogy to be transformed. Her current research focuses on preparing teachers to design and deliver culturally res…

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S7 E10: CEC Inclusive Education with Dr. Peggy Schaefer-Whitby 11:16

2y ago11:16

11:16

In today's episode, recorded live at the CEC 100th Anniversary, we sit down with Peggy Schaefer Whitby, Ph.D., BCBA-D. She is an associate professor at the University of Arkansas and the program coordinator for Inclusive Education and Clinical Programs. Dr. Whitby has worked in the area of special education and applied behavior analysis for more th…

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S7 E9: CEC CoTeaching & Inclusion with Dr. Wendy Murawski 10:00

2y ago10:00

10:00

In today's episode, recorded live at the CEC 100th Anniversary, we sit down with Dr. Wendy Murawski. She is one of the nation’s top experts in co-teaching. Her research, publications, and presentations have been used nationally and internationally to help schools become more inclusive through the use of collaborative teaching. Dr. Murawski is also …

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S7 E8: CEC Leadership with Dr. Luann Purcell 13:44

2y ago13:44

13:44

In today's episode, recorded live at the CEC 100th Anniversary, we sit down with Dr. Luann Purcell. In the past 48 years, she has dedicated her life to learning, leading, and progressing in education. She is currently the president of Luann Purcell, LLC, where she consults and is a strategic analyst for educational and associational organizations. …

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S7 E7: CEC Reflections on Disability with Joan McDonald 10:31

2+ y ago10:31

10:31

Tune in as Drs. Rebecca Hines and Lisa Dieker honor, celebrate, and reflect on Joan McDonald's career, the Council of Exceptional Education (CEC) 's past 100 years while also thinking ahead to the future. Don't forget we love to hear from our listeners! If you have any questions, feel free to reach out. We look forward to receiving your questions o…

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S7 E6: CEC ELA with Dr. Claudia Rinaldi 10:33

2+ y ago10:33

10:33

In today's episode, recorded live at the CEC 100th Anniversary, we were able to sit down with Dr. Claudia Rinaldi. She focuses her work and research on implementing comprehensive school reform efforts using evidence-based models, including Response to Intervention, Positive Behavioral Intervention and Supports, and Multi-Tier System of Support. Her…

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S7 E5: CEC Reading with Dr. Holly Lane 15:48

2+ y ago15:48

15:48

In today's episode, recorded live at the CEC 100th Anniversary, sit down with Dr. Holly Lane. Dr. Lane is an Associate Professor of Special Education at the University of Florida. Her research focuses on literacy intervention and prevention of reading difficulties through effective early literacy instruction and teacher education. She has conducted…

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S7 E4: CEC with Co-Teaching Dr. Marilyn Friend 9:55

2+ y ago9:55

9:55

Today's episode was recorded live at the CEC 100th Anniversary with Dr. Marilyn Friend. Dr. Marilyn Friend is one of the foremost experts on co-teaching. Since the 1990s, she has written extensively about co-teaching, which she suggests can be a highly effective way of providing students with special needs access to the general curriculum in the le…

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S7 E3: CEC Diverse learners and teachers with Dr. Christopher Cormier 13:31

2+ y ago13:31

13:31

In today's episode, recorded live at the CEC 100th Anniversary, we were able to sit down with Dr. Christopher Cormier. Dr. Cormier is a former special education teacher and a current postdoctoral fellow in the Center to Support Excellence in Teaching at the Stanford Graduate School of Education. His research program focuses on the social and cultur…

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S7 E2: CEC with Dr. Angie Jasper 7:10

2+ y ago7:10

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In today's episode, recorded live at the CEC 100th Anniversary, we were able to sit down with CEC President-Elect Dr. Andrea Jasper. Dr. Jasper is a Professor of Special Education at Central Michigan University. Tune in as Drs. Rebecca Hines and Lisa Dieker honor, celebrate, and reflect on CEC's past 100 years while also thinking ahead to the futur…

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S7 E1: CEC 100th Anniversary 6:42

2+ y ago6:42

6:42

As the Council of Exceptional Children (CEC) celebrates its 100th Anniversary, we could not think of a better way to honor the history and integrity of the organization's achievements than recording our entire seventh season at the 2022 Conference. This season we will honor, celebrate, and reflect on CEC's past 100 years while pulling in some fanta…

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S6 E16: Coding with Dr. Hallet-Njuguna 13:07

2+ y ago13:07

13:07

We cannot believe this is the last episode of Season 6. We have a special guest for today's episode, Dr. Rachel Hallet-Njuguna. Listen in to hear her share some practical tips and suggestions with Drs. Lisa Dieker and Rebecca Hines on how to incorporate coding into the classroom. Don't forget we love to hear from our listeners! If you have any ques…

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S6 E15: Transition and Support Services 11:45

2+ y ago11:45

11:45

A key component of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) is to ensure that all children with disabilities have available to them a free appropriate public education that emphasizes special education and related services designed to meet their unique needs and prepare them for further education, employment, and independent living. H…

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