Shake Up Learning
JULY 5, 2022
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. What is Inclusion. About Mike Moratta.
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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eSchool News
SEPTEMBER 4, 2017
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.
edWeb.net
FEBRUARY 28, 2018
Academically, an investment at the elementary age can keep students reading on level; emotionally, it gives them confidence and makes them feel included with their peer group. In addition, school leaders should investigate and invest in learning tools that specifically address the challenges of dyslexia. Join the Community.
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. Join the Community.
edWeb.net
SEPTEMBER 13, 2017
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.
edWeb.net
JULY 22, 2019
Once the test team gives the go ahead, he then has a group of teacher ambassadors to train their colleagues and advocate for the new tool. Furman: Once he’s examined a product, he brings in a small team of teachers—typically one from each grade level—to road test it. She thinks the industry is lagging behind. She received her B.S.
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