TeachThought - Learn better.

JANUARY 6, 2022

What do all of these assistive technology apps in common? The post The 30 Best Assistive Technology Apps appeared first on TeachThought. They empower learners to try & identify resources that will help them be successful.

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EdTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 18, 2020

Fortunately, thanks to the latest advances in assistive technologies geared toward learning disabilities, educators were able to do that and facilitate remote learning with improved outcomes.

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EdTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

Fortunately, thanks to the latest advances in assistive technologies geared toward learning disabilities, educators were able to do that and facilitate remote learning with improved outcomes.

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Ditch That Textbook

FEBRUARY 24, 2020

Some label assistive technology as unfair. The Myth About Assistive Technology appeared first on Ditch That Textbook. We hold onto myths about it. In this post, Catherine Day identifies and dispels some of those myths. Day currently resides in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. You can connect with her […].

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ViewSonic Education

SEPTEMBER 4, 2019

Quick Take: Learn about assistive technology in special education. Assistive technology in special education can bring much-needed help to teachers who have students with disabilities or providing special education services. Understanding Special Education and Assistive Technology.

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Cycles of Learning

JANUARY 23, 2023

I have written in the past about the Assistive Technology projects my engineering students have created usingthe MakeyMakey as the primary electronics interface and Instructables as the medium for public display. I am proud to share that the team at MakeyMakey has shared the work of my students via a featured blog post.

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N2Y

AUGUST 7, 2020

For many students with disabilities, assistive technology (AT) is critically important in removing barriers to mobility, communication, socialization, and learning. Download this white paper to learn more about: How assistive technology supports students in the 13 IDEA categories of disability.

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Cycles of Learning

JANUARY 6, 2023

I have written previously about Assistive Technology projects I have implemented as part of my engineering elective courses.

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MiddleWeb

JUNE 27, 2019

In the 3rd edition of Assistive Technology in Special Education, author Joan Green helps readers navigate the complex topic with a straight forward, organized approach to understanding and effectively implementing AT. Green's handbook is the resource Carol Willard has long sought.

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EdTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 7, 2017

By Meghan Bogardus Cortez Thanks to tools from tech giants such as Microsoft, students with disabilities are flourishing.

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N2Y

JUNE 12, 2020

Join us to see how to prepare students with new assistive technology tools and organizational techniques for transition planning, as students move from high school to post-secondary education, vocational training, employment, adult services, independent living, or community participation. Save your seat today! Can’t attend?

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EdTech Magazine

APRIL 12, 2020

When the Academy of Whole Learning, a K–12 private school in Minnesota for students with autism spectrum disorder and individual learning needs, introduced virtual reality technology in their classrooms, students could not contain their excitement.

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EdTech Magazine

APRIL 14, 2020

When the Academy of Whole Learning, a K–12 private school in Minnesota for students with autism spectrum disorder and individual learning needs, introduced virtual reality technology in their classrooms, students could not contain their excitement.

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EdTech Magazine

APRIL 11, 2020

When the Academy of Whole Learning, a K–12 private school in Minnesota for students with autism spectrum disorder and individual learning needs, introduced virtual reality technology in their classrooms, students could not contain their excitement.

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EdTech Magazine

MARCH 31, 2020

When the Academy of Whole Learning, a K–12 private school in Minnesota for students with autism spectrum disorder and individual learning needs, introduced virtual reality technology in their classrooms, students could not contain their excitement.

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EdTech Magazine

MARCH 31, 2020

When the Academy of Whole Learning, a K–12 private school in Minnesota for students with autism spectrum disorder and individual learning needs, introduced virtual reality technology in their classrooms, students could not contain their excitement.

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EdTech Magazine

APRIL 3, 2020

When the Academy of Whole Learning, a K–12 private school in Minnesota for students with autism spectrum disorder and individual learning needs, introduced virtual reality technology in their classrooms, students could not contain their excitement.

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EdTech Magazine

AUGUST 22, 2023

A new tongue-operated device could mean K–12 students with disabilities who can’t use other types of assistive technology can still work with laptops, tablets and other classroom tools. MouthPad, a custom-fitted interface that attaches to users’ upper teeth like a retainer, functions somewhat like a trackpad.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 24, 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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eSchool News

APRIL 9, 2020

If you or your students are suddenly at home with no access to your AT software, Freedom Scientific has you covered. Your health and safety are just as important to us as accessibility. We know many of you must remain at home and will need to continue to work or attend school remotely.

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EdTech4Beginners

NOVEMBER 29, 2016

Technology certainly has pros and cons. However, assistive technology (technology designed to support people with special educational needs and disabilities – SEND) has had many positive impacts which have been life-changing for some. What technology do you use to support children with SEND?

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EdTech Magazine

MAY 11, 2023

As K–12 schools adopt one-to-one device programs, they have the opportunity to introduce more assistive technologies into classrooms. These accommodations can help bring equity into schools, and in ways that don’t make students feel singled out.

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edWeb.net

MAY 14, 2019

Assistive technology, especially audiobooks, provide both multisensory reading and writing experiences and enhance word recognition. Struggling readers themselves, Gavin and Marley, embraced an opportunity from Blackaby to become assistive technology leaders and trainers in their district. is “As often as they need it.”

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Cycles of Learning

MARCH 23, 2021

My "E ngineering for Social Good " class just completed a three-week design cycle leveraging the MakeyMakey in the 100% distance learning setting. I have written about similar projects before, and I am, yet again, amazed by the power of the the " shelf " feature in Padlet for student public showcase, collaboration, and tracking of the design cycle.

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eSchool News

MARCH 25, 2020

Generally, when we think of edtech and students with disabilities, we think of assistive technology that helps individuals overcome challenges and provides access to areas of learning and independence.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 26, 2016

I don’t write enough about special needs so when Rose contacted me with an article idea, I was thrilled. Rose Scott is a literary teacher who is interested in making education comfortable for students with special needs. Her dream is to help students explore their talents and abilities. You can follow her on Twitter: @ roserose_sc.

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Educational Technology Guy

MARCH 2, 2016

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 -. This post originally appeared on Educational Technology Guy.

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Cycles of Learning

JULY 28, 2016

This has implementation has always inspired me and it has always been my intention to flow from a game design invention cycle in a typical Day 1 of camp, to an invention cycle where campers use MakeyMakey to design assistive technology for individuals with physical disabilities in Day 2.

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District Administration

DECEMBER 22, 2016

Products that help prepare students for life beyond K12 Ray Bendici The ever-increasing pace and variety of technological developments continues to be a challenge for K12 assistive technology products.

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techlearning

APRIL 4, 2018

Now in seventh grade, she sees a structured literacy tutor weekly, is taking all honors classes, and is getting straight As with appropriate accommodations (mostly technology). Assistive technology helps to level the playing field for many struggling students. Their second daughter’s double deficit dyslexia is more severe.

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EdTech Magazine

JULY 18, 2019

Assistive technology may be the best option. Not only do tools such as audiovisual assistance and voice amplification help students with special needs, they can eventually be transitioned for use in a modern learning environment to serve everyone. . Many Devices Include Assistive Technology Tools. on a podcast.

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Cycles of Learning

JANUARY 20, 2017

The ability to repurpose everyday objects to interact differently with a keyboard, as well as the ability to program and interact with a myriad of different online modules using physical, tactile objects, opens up a world of possibilities for creating Assistive Technology. Back to Intercession.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 3, 2022

Assistive Technology in Colleges. National Library Week April 3-9. Preparing for College or Career. Long-Term Benefits of Bilingual Education. How to Become a Tech Teacher. Tech Tools for Reading Fluency. Resources to Teach Taxes. How to Make a Program Easy to Find. 18 Easter Websites and Apps. Earth Day Classroom Activities.

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Neo LMS

NOVEMBER 26, 2019

The following tips provide strategies for using technology to create inclusive learning environments. Assistive technology, by definition, relates to any equipment that supports a child with a disability and increase or maintain their functioning in different settings. However, merely throwing tools at a class is not enough.

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The CoolCatTeacher

FEBRUARY 25, 2019

Friedlander is a school psychologist with expertise in assistive technology. where he coordinates Graduate Programs in Special Education and teaches graduate courses in assistive technology. Dr. Friedlander is an Associate Professor of Education at the College of St. Elizabeth in Morristown, N.J.,

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TeachThought - Learn better.

MAY 19, 2015

15 Assistive Technology Tools & Resources For Students With Disabilities. One tool to help students with disabilities even in the face of a special education teacher shortage is assistive technology. Today, assistive technology can help students with certain disabilities learn more effectively.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 22, 2021

A Helping Hand: Assistive Technology Tools for Writing. Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years. Favorite Shortkeys for Special Needs. How Smart Tech and IoT are Making Educational Spaces More Accessible. Is Orton-Gillingham Right For Your Students? 3 Great Special Needs Digital Tools.

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