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!

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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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ViewSonic Education

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Continue reading to learn how mobile learning can benefit education in and out of the classroom. . Read on for a list of creative ways you can transform a distracting mobile device into a learning tool. If you’re interested in how to better integrate technology into your classroom, visit ViewSonic Education. .

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ViewSonic Education

APRIL 7, 2022

Equality vs equity: which one is more important in achieving accessible education? Educators and academic institutions already know this and aspire to provide s tudents with access to the best possible high-quality education regardless of their background and characteristics. What is Accessible Education? .

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edWeb.net

MAY 14, 2019

Assistive technology, especially audiobooks, provide both multisensory reading and writing experiences and enhance word recognition. These tools allow students to allocate cognitive resources to comprehension rather than decoding. The answer to the question, “When should students access assistive technology?”

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edWeb.net

AUGUST 4, 2023

Watch the Recording Listen to the Podcast During the edLeader Panel “ Inclusive Technology: Breaking Barriers and Empowering Learners ,” prominent education leaders emphasized the critical role of integrating inclusive technology systems within schools. Department of Education’s Office of Special Education Programs.

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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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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

JANUARY 12, 2021

One of the key strengths of learning technologies and more specifically assistive technologies is that they help students with disabilities tap into their full potential and provide inclusive.read more.

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Cycles of Learning

JULY 28, 2016

As the video so clearly demonstrates, the MakeyMakey is an engaging piece of technology with incredible potential as a tool for budding inventors. Click here to hear Jay Silver, share more about the implications of MakeyMakey in education. Pictures of a few different assistive technology prototypes from are shown below.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 3, 2022

Long-Term Benefits of Bilingual Education. Tech Tools for Reading Fluency. Assistive Technology in Colleges. Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years. Here are the most-read posts for the month of April. National Library Week April 3-9. Preparing for College or Career. Resources to Teach Taxes.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 22, 2021

Illuminate Education has an interesting video (on-demand) about Navigating a New Era of Special Education. In this on-demand webinar, experts provide guidance on how to ensure students receive adequate supports while reducing unnecessary special education referrals. A Helping Hand: Assistive Technology Tools for Writing.

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TeachThought - Learn better.

MAY 19, 2015

15 Assistive Technology Tools & Resources For Students With Disabilities. According to the National Education Association (NEA), the number of U.S. students enrolled in special education programs has risen 30 percent over the past 10 years. Text-To-Speech Assistive Tools.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 21, 2022

In education, it is not uncommon to accommodate dyslexic students with special devices, additional time, varied format approaches (such as audio or video), and others. Most prominent educational testing centers (like SAT, ACT, PARC, and SBACC) make these available for most of the tests they offer. Web-based tool or software.

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Cycles of Learning

JANUARY 20, 2017

The MakeyMakey , given its simple implementation, and incredible potential for open-ended invention has always been an an important tool for sparking an interest in science and invention at my camps. My desire to develop such a course was amplified when I stumbled across this website and the below TEDx talk by educator Tom Heck.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

MARCH 9, 2021

One of the key strengths of learning technologies and more specifically assistive technologies is that they help students with disabilities tap into their full potential and provide inclusive.read more

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The CoolCatTeacher

FEBRUARY 25, 2019

This free tool helps educators around the world connect their students. Friedlander is a school psychologist with expertise in assistive technology. Dr. Friedlander is an Associate Professor of Education at the College of St. Today’s sponsor: Empatico. Elizabeth in Morristown, N.J.,

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 6, 2021

In education, it is not uncommon to accommodate dyslexic students with special devices, additional time, varied format approaches (such as audio or video), and others. Most prominent educational testing centers (like SAT, ACT, PARC, and SBACC) make these available for most of the tests they offer. Web-based tool or software.

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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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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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SpeechTechie

SEPTEMBER 19, 2011

I usually point people in the direction of the collaborative SLP Apps List (top of my blog), but from now on I am also going to be recommending Joan Green''s The Ultimate Guide to Assistive Technology in Special Education as a great resource book for those starting out with iPads (or other technology) for clinical use.

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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. Video content will now often display subtitles or closed captions in order to assist those with hearing impairments.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 15, 2020

In education, it is not uncommon to accommodate dyslexic students with special devices, additional time, varied format approaches (such as audio or video), and others. Most prominent educational testing centers (like SAT, ACT, PARC, and SBACC) make these available for most of the tests they offer. Web-based tool or software.

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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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ViewSonic Education

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

The metaverse is a tool that blends experiences typically associated with either the virtual or physical worlds. 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.

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EdTechSandyK

MARCH 7, 2012

Microsoft has been working with Kinect technology and autistic students. Technology removes barriers and helps them interact with the world. Diagnostic and pre-emptive tools are used. Policy can only take us so far; teacher collaboration is what will move education forward. Don''t forget your passion as an educator.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 2, 2019

In education, it is not uncommon to accommodate dyslexic students with special devices, additional time, varied format approaches (such as audio or video), and others. Most prominent educational testing centers (like SAT, ACT, PARC, and SBACC) make these available for most of the tests they offer. Web-based tool or software.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 14, 2022

10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Texthelp , a global leader in literacy and accessibility technology, today announced that they will acquire the Education Technology Division of Don Johnston Inc., a leading assistive technology and special education curriculum company based outside of Chicago, IL.

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Edsurge

AUGUST 14, 2017

That was the confounding question assistive technology specialist Neal McKenzie faced a year and a half ago from one of the 100-plus visually impaired students he helps in the classrooms of Northern California’s Sonoma County. Technology,” says McKenzie, “has leveled the playing field quite a lot. “What’s an ox?”

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EdTech Magazine

MARCH 27, 2020

It’s a trend Kristen Powell, an assistive technology trainer and consultant with the education agency Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU) in Pennsylvania, noticed a couple of years ago at schools served by the regional education agency. She began to wonder whether VR might work in special education.

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EdTech Magazine

MARCH 26, 2020

It’s a trend Kristen Powell, an assistive technology trainer and consultant with the education agency Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU) in Pennsylvania, noticed a couple of years ago at schools served by the regional education agency. She began to wonder whether VR might work in special education.

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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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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. As technology continues to develop, it is vital to keep educational processes up to date. Let’s look at some of the ways to do that.

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MindShift

NOVEMBER 27, 2019

TECHNOLOGY HELPS—BUT ONLY IF IT CAN BE USED. That’s why advances in technology have been invaluable to students who read and write slowly. But to fully maximize how technology can help students with learning differences, educators’ expectations may need to be shifted. Speech-to-Text.

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Waterford

OCTOBER 21, 2020

Chief among those is determining how to support students with special educational needs. In the United States, about 14 percent of students in public schools receive specialized education services.[1] Families whose students have an IEP may need extra support in managing distance learning and special education.

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Shake Up Learning

OCTOBER 17, 2023

The post Chromebook Accessibility Tools for ALL Learners – SULS0204 appeared first on Shake Up Learning. In this episode, I’m chatting with Pam Hubler, a valued Shake Up Learning team member , about Chromebook accessibility tools for all learners. Pam also shares her Chromebook Accessibility presentation (embedded below).

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Neo LMS

APRIL 22, 2021

The past year has caused significant disruption to the education system, with the need to maintain safe distances resulting in a rapid shift to online learning. However, the nature of online learning and its reliance upon technology that isn’t always well-designed for group education can leave some students at serious disadvantages.

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EdTech4Beginners

DECEMBER 16, 2020

Whilst arguably Assistive Technology is not going to resolve a learner’s challenges, which they may face daily in both their educational and home environment, it should be both identified and used fully as a mechanism of support.

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