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Using Assistive Technology for Your Struggling Readers

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Eighty-five percent of what we learn we learn is by listening and students can listen and comprehend two grade levels above their reading levels. Assistive technology, especially audiobooks, provide both multisensory reading and writing experiences and enhance word recognition. is “As often as they need it.”

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How to create a dyslexia-friendly environment in your school

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In “ Creating a Dyslexia-Friendly School ,” Terrie Noland, national director, Educator Engagement for Learning Ally, presented on early intervention for dyslexic students, using the right AT (assistive technology) tools and accommodations for each learner, and creating environments in which students can thrive. Ensure Proper PD.

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Create a Dyslexia-Friendly Environment in Your School

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In “ Creating a Dyslexia-Friendly School ,” Terrie Noland, National Director, Educator Engagement for Learning Ally, presented on early intervention for dyslexic students, using the right AT (assistive technology) tools and accommodations for each learner, and creating environments in which students can thrive.

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An Inside Look at the Edtech Purchasing Process

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Daryl Diamond is the director of innovative learning in Broward County Public Schools. She supervises the district’s instructional technology program, instructional and digital materials adoption and distribution process, library media, gifted and talented students, and the district’s global scholars program. and Mark C.

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A day in the life with Student Dashboard Digital Backpack

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and Mrs. Perkins, a fifth-grade teacher, browses the district’s library of content in H?para One of Mrs. Perkins’s learners uses assistive technology , a screen reader, to read and can also access the digital materials. It’s 6:30 a.m., para for a text she can teach in her science class. By 2:30 p.m.,

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64 predictions about edtech trends in 2024

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Graham Glass, CEO & Founder, CYPHER Learning Finding new and innovative ways to support teachers will continue to be a priority for schools and districts this coming year and beyond. To combat this in 2024, districts should look to lean more on technology to support teachers and onboard new ones. Do you need infrastructure updates?

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Innovative Communication Techniques for Individuals with Autism

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He is the recipient of the Goldenson Award for Innovations in Technology from United Cerebral Palsy Association. VizZle provides a library of more than 14,000 lessons and the tools and media to customize them or create your own from scratch. He’s been featured on 60 Minutes , Larry King Live , Dateline , 20/20 , and Frontline.

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