Educational Technology Guy

MARCH 2, 2016

One of the things I do in my role as a K-12 Education Strategist is work on resources for schools to use. I've been working on a resource document that has resoures on Assistive Technology and Accessibility and thought I would share it here: Related: More Accessibility Resources Google Accessibility Features and Resources -.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Released at an October event on Capitol Hill, the Software & Information Industry Association (SIIA), the leading trade association for the business of information, released Principles for the Future of AI in Education , which will help the edtech industry as it works alongside educators during AI-infused learning.

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ViewSonic Education

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

For educators, it is crucial to not only understand what the metaverse is and its uses within education but to also realize the benefits of immersive learning with the metaverse. With that being said, metaverse learning is a relatively new concept and one that many educators are still getting to grips with.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 10, 2024

Sessions, keynotes, discussions, and the expo hall will connect attendees with need-to-know details on the latest edtech innovations shaping the education landscape. Plus, they’ll learn best practices and current trends to best leverage educational technology resources. 23, 2024 in Orlando.

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Hubbli

AUGUST 14, 2023

Introduction School finance is more than just numbers and budgets; it’s a pivotal aspect of educational excellence. In this article, we’ll explore how strong school finance management translates into improved educational outcomes. Investing in Teachers Investing in educators is a critical aspect of school finance.

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ViewSonic Education

MAY 22, 2022

What is digital accessibility – this simple question is, actually, fundamental in the technologically advanced era we’re in. This matter is important in all aspects of life and it’s especially valid in education. Robust: the content should be able to be reliably interpreted by user agents such as assistive technology. .

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Edsurge

MAY 31, 2023

The goal of inclusive education is to ensure that every student, regardless of their background or abilities, has an equal opportunity to learn and succeed. By designing instruction that meets the diverse needs of all learners, educators can help to create an environment that is welcoming and supportive for everyone.

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ViewSonic Education

NOVEMBER 20, 2021

Using video for learning in the classroom has been around for decades, but with the growth of digital technology in recent years, the range of opportunities is now greater than ever before. In this article, we look at twelve ways to integrate video in the learning process in the right way to improve the student experience.

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Educational Technology Guy

MARCH 26, 2019

Accessibility is an important topic in education and encompasses the classroom space, digital tools and resources and much more. This post originally appeared on Educational Technology Guy. Feel free to share summaries and links to these articles, but do not copy and repost entire article.

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Shake Up Learning

JULY 5, 2022

Mike doesn’t have a typical education career. The school needed his expertise to help keep its assistive technology up and running as it was a school for children and adults with disabilities. In the beginning, Mike fixed wheelchairs and such, but as technology expanded so did his work assisting students with disabilities.

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Educational Technology Guy

AUGUST 31, 2017

This post originally appeared on Educational Technology Guy. Feel free to share summaries and links to these articles, but do not copy and repost entire article. Follow me on Twitter and Google+.

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Neo LMS

APRIL 30, 2019

Obviously, struggling with a formal education system that requires so very much reading and writing creates a certain degree of grit and perseverance in some children. Assistive technologies abound to help younger students to master reading, and older students with note taking and organising their thoughts. A turn of the tide.

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Edsurge

APRIL 27, 2018

This article is part of a series on innovative teaching methods in higher education. student at the Gevirtz Graduate School of Education at the University of California Santa Barbara. That’s especially concerning to her, given assistive technologies alone won’t always help. You have to advocate for yourself.”

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edWeb.net

OCTOBER 9, 2019

Assistive technology teachers working at schools in the Fairfax County, VA school district, one of the largest in the United States, are finding that the use of audiobooks is improving access to grade-level content while also developing the love of reading that motivates many students to continue improving.

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MindShift

JUNE 9, 2021

During virtual education, he relied on reference materials and parent assistance when available. Despite the difficulties of offering support remotely, Nahal found that virtual learning allowed him to experiment with new technologies that supported his students with learning disabilities. Voice Practice .

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Educational Technology Guy

JULY 16, 2015

Chromebooks and Google Apps are excellent assistive technology (AT) that help students with special needs access curriculum and information. Special Needs Students using Collaborative Google Apps - great article about using Google apps collaboration features with students who have special needs. What can you do on a Chromebook?

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ViewSonic Education

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

There has always been technology in the classroom, even if it hasn’t always been welcome. Take a brief look at the history of technology’s uneasy relationship with education. Continue reading to learn everything you always wanted to know about technology in the classroom. . A Brief History of Technology in the Classroom.

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Shake Up Learning

AUGUST 3, 2021

Listen to this article. . Optimize access to tools and assistive technology. . Summer VACAY Bingo (Anderson One Instructional Technology Team). Pam also shares in a blog post how she has used choice boards to help teachers learn technology. Back to School is the PERFECT time to jump into choice boards!

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 22, 2018

Using assistive technology in the form of computer-based text-to-speech or human-recorded audiobooks can help students with reading problems sooner and more comprehensively. For example, if listening comprehension is no better than reading comprehension, assistive technology may not be beneficial. About the Presenter.

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 28, 2018

But as Terrie Noland, National Director of Educator Engagement for Learning Ally, pointed out in a recent edWebinar, those services are not consistently available to students across the United States. Finally, administrators can look for ways to pool resources from different budget streams to assist students. About the Presenter.

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techlearning

MAY 15, 2018

District and school leaders talk about the need to bridge the gap between curriculum and educational technology, but often fall short of succeeding. The same is true when considering curriculum initiatives; technology is left out of the discussion. The tech department is often treated as a separate entity in schools.

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SpeechTechie

JANUARY 23, 2016

The path to getting assistive technology accommodations in the hands of students that need it is not always clear, so it is helpful for as many educators as possible to know about available (and free) tools such as this! Texthelp's guide to using the keyboard is available at this link.

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edWeb.net

SEPTEMBER 13, 2017

According to the National Assessment of Educational Progress, 80% of students with learning disabilities have dyslexia. Principals should make sure teachers get the training they need to use the assistive technology. “If This article was modified and published by eSchool News. WATCH THE EDWEBINAR RECORDING.

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EdTechTeam

NOVEMBER 21, 2017

When I first began my job as an Assistive Technology Coordinator in my district back in 2008, the lines between educational tech and assistive tech were pretty crisp. First, many of our special education parents were asking that their students be educated alongside their peers in a more inclusive setting.

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Shake Up Learning

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Chromebook Accessibility Tools for ALL Learners In today’s rapidly evolving educational landscape, Chromebooks have become a popular choice for both students and educators. By using ChromeVox, visually impaired learners can engage with online resources, read articles, and access textbooks with ease.

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Graphite Blog

JANUARY 17, 2018

Can the content be interpreted by assistive technologies? According to the Assistive Technology Industry Association , "[a]ssistive technology (AT) is any item, piece of equipment, software program, or product system that is used to increase, maintain, or improve the functional capabilities of persons with disabilities.

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Edsurge

AUGUST 10, 2017

Earlier this year, an article in the Atlantic lamented the dismantling of what it called “the greatest humanistic project of our time.” And print-disabled users can use assistive technologies to read scanned books that might otherwise be difficult if not impossible to find in accessible formats. Schonfeld says.

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ViewSonic Education

JANUARY 16, 2023

Despite their novelty, avatars can appeal to a generation of students who have grown up using technology in almost every aspect of their day-to-day lives. Keep reading to learn more about how to teach tech-savvy students using metaverse avatars or visit UNIVERSE, ViewSonic’s metaverse education solution. .

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edWeb.net

JULY 22, 2019

How do you approach purchasing education technology tools? Noakes: Likewise, she always encourages educators to ask: How might tech support educators’ ability to differentiate learning in the classroom? Howard: Her concern is the amount of training educators need with new edtech. WATCH THE EDWEBINAR RECORDING.

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SpeechTechie

NOVEMBER 4, 2017

newsela is a very nice resource of electronic news articles designed with education in mind, another e-resource to have in your toolkit along with EPIC! The site offers quite a lot to educators for free, and a "pro" tier is available. Books and ReadWorks. You can access it through a web browser or free app for iPad.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 20, 2023

The transition from using toys, games, animal assisted therapy, art, music, movement, and parent-child attunement enhancing interventions to connecting through a digital screen seemed at times to be an impossible mission.

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Shake Up Learning

SEPTEMBER 15, 2020

In this interview episode with three AMAZING “Flipgridders” and educators, Ann, Jess, and Jornea, share how you can use Flipgrid to support remote learning, building community, academic support, and more. Listen to this article. . The educator posts a prompt in Flipgrid, and then students respond via video.

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The Innovative Educator

APRIL 3, 2016

Do innovative educators have it all wrong? In a post that is making its rounds in education circles, John Vallance, headmaster of Sydney Grammar School told “ The Australian ” that computers in schools are a “scandalous waste of money.” Measurable results Vallance blasts technology for not producing measurable results.

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ViewSonic Education

DECEMBER 4, 2022

The concept of digital signage in schools is becoming more necessary as educators and academic leaders grow increasingly aware of its numerous potential benefits. One of the key ways in which schools can improve on-campus communication is through organized use of digital signage technology. ViewSonic Education. Learn more >.

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edWeb.net

MAY 12, 2017

The VIS uses technology to show visual symbols, maintain children’s attention, and provide compelling multimedia language instruction. Wearable technology, like the Apple Watch, allows for discrete support that is there whenever the individual needs it. This article was modified and published by eSchool news.

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Reading By Example

OCTOBER 31, 2019

Many educators and parents, including the readers of this blog, may know that October is Dyslexia Awareness Month. What follows are a diverse and interesting set of responses, coming from some of the most valuable perspectives available across the education field. Visit Regieroutman.org to learn more. Additionally, visuals are helpful.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 20, 2023

The transition from using toys, games, animal assisted therapy, art, music, movement, and parent-child attunement enhancing interventions to connecting through a digital screen seemed at times to be an impossible mission.

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