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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Hubbli

AUGUST 14, 2023

School Finance: The Foundation of Education The effective management of school finance ensures that resources are allocated appropriately and that students have access to the tools and support they need. Transparency: Clear financial reporting and oversight foster accountability, build trust, and facilitate informed decision-making.

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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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ViewSonic Education

MAY 22, 2022

Robust: the content should be able to be reliably interpreted by user agents such as assistive technology. . Equal Access to Resources . Another reason why digital accessibility matters in education is because it helps with the goal of providing equal access to resources.

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Ditch That Textbook

MARCH 28, 2016

I’m a huge fan of creating custom resources for student learning. For me, that often came in the form of Google Docs with information my students were responsible for and a website for pointing students [.].

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ViewSonic Education

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

The metaverse is an emerging technology that is gradually becoming more mainstream within education, in part because it delivers immersive learning experiences for students. What’s more, the metaverse itself can be accessed using a variety of devices. This is the basis of immersive learning as a concept.

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Neo LMS

OCTOBER 1, 2020

However, voice-assisted technology isn’t the only one making a splash in universities; text-based communication is also a big hit. It’s no secret that younger generations prefer text-based communication and they expect to find accurate information whenever and wherever they might be.

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Neo LMS

APRIL 30, 2019

However, with the emergence of the industrial revolution – and the rapid advances of the printing press – education became less about artisans and apprentices, and more about encoding information in books, and being able to scale it to industrial levels across hundreds of schools. A turn of the tide.

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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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N2Y

APRIL 29, 2021

Gain information about resources, including equipment and assistive technology, that support school-based, community-based, and home-based play. In this webinar, you’ll: Discover the science behind play and learn how play supports and enhances development, learning, health, and well-being. Save your seat today!

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 20, 2020

Tobii Dynavox, the global leader in assistive technology for communication, today announced the new generation of its special education platform Boardmaker. For more information, visit: [link].

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Edsurge

JANUARY 7, 2019

Of course, this is also essential assistive technology. Although it’s true that the law requires this kind of assistive technology at some schools, I believe ASR is now more than just assistive technology; it’s on its way to becoming foundational educational technology for all students.

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Waterford

OCTOBER 21, 2020

Fortunately, teachers have plenty of options when it comes to online learning tools and parent resources for special education. There are many useful online resources to help students engage with each other.[14] Some of these might include captioning or building in additional “wait time” to let the child process information.[10].

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Edsurge

APRIL 27, 2018

That’s especially concerning to her, given assistive technologies alone won’t always help. That includes the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), for example, or Section 508 in the Rehabilitation Act, which states electronic and information technology must be accessible to all people including those with disabilities.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 1, 2020

There is a dearth of evidence to help teachers make informed choices on how to allocate time to asynchronous vs. synchronous online learning. Be sure the material is organized, with concise and consistent instructions and resources that are easy to find.

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Edsurge

APRIL 1, 2020

What resources are they turning to? We know that learners vary in how they engage, how they take in information and also how they’re able to show what they know. How do you vet resources for special education and make sure that they’re appropriate for your needs? Because if I can’t do that, then neither can assistive technology.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 7, 2019

Of course, this is also essential assistive technology. Although it’s true that the law requires this kind of assistive technology at some schools, I believe ASR is now more than just assistive technology; it’s on its way to becoming foundational educational technology for all students.

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Cycles of Learning

JULY 16, 2018

* Click here if your are not familiar with the MakeyMakey #1: Assistive Technology Development Rather than simply developing video game controllers, empower your students to use the MakeyMakey to create Assistive Technology for individuals with various physical disabilities (Quadriplegia, Cerebral Palsy, etc.).

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eSchool News

JANUARY 1, 2024

By leveraging AI technologies, educators can overcome the limitations of time and resources, offering a level of personalization that enhances the learning experience for each individual student. There is a clear need for science-driven curriculum, and the thoughtful implementation of emerging technologies.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 18, 2020

On the flip side, technology caused stress in families where parents became navigators for students who could not use assistive technology independently. Rosenblum says one issue that carried over into the fall is the systemic problem of access to information. It’s why she works so hard to get him every resource she can.

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The Hechinger Report

MARCH 3, 2023

Its goal is to not only provide schools the resources they need to pick equitable ed tech products, but also to hold ed tech companies accountable for tools that could negatively affect historically underrepresented students. AI literacy is going to be a really important part of information literacy,” she said.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

DECEMBER 28, 2023

She emphasizes the importance of autism-assistive technology, like her app Podium, in bridging communication gaps for people with autism, ultimately encouraging a shift in societal perspectives towards autism and recognizing its potential.

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 22, 2018

Phonological processing refers to using speech sounds for coding information when reading, listening, and speaking. To improve identification of individuals with dyslexia, information can be combined. For example, if listening comprehension is no better than reading comprehension, assistive technology may not be beneficial.

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N2Y

SEPTEMBER 7, 2020

If a student with a physical disability like cerebral palsy or Multiple Sclerosis requires assistive technology to move, manipulate classroom learning materials, or communicate , for example, school staff may be more inclined to miss their advanced skills in other areas. What about IDEA? Next steps if you think you have a 2E child.

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Neo LMS

APRIL 25, 2017

Many visually-impaired people use screen readers or other forms of assistive technology to navigate web pages, and heading tags are easier to interpret by such technology. When linking to other learning resources or web pages, make sure the anchor text is also descriptive. Click here” is not descriptive.

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Graphite Blog

JANUARY 17, 2018

Plus, the students who struggled with attention didn't miss out on any information since they could access the content through the voice-over, the visuals in the video, and the text in the captions. Can the content be interpreted by assistive technologies? Research and Resources Accessibility is only the beginning.

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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. Online curriculum and resources allow them to work without distraction, which lowers anxiety. This post originally appeared on Educational Technology Guy.

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 28, 2018

Just as teachers need specialized training to understand how to help students with dyslexia, the teachers also need specialized programs or assistive technology that supports the students’ learning styles. Finally, administrators can look for ways to pool resources from different budget streams to assist students.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 10, 2015

According to CAST, the association working to increase opportunities for everyone to learn, the way we all absorb information is as unique as our fingerprint. I can use the color codes to categorize the recorded information by subject, lecture, or information priority. 11 Resources to Blend Technology and Special Needs.

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Shake Up Learning

AUGUST 3, 2021

Vary demands and resources to optimize challenge. . Offer alternatives for auditory and visual information. . Optimize access to tools and assistive technology. . Here are eight specific principles that will be offered to students in a choice board assignment: . Optimize individual choice and autonomy. .

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Shake Up Learning

FEBRUARY 11, 2020

I’m going to give you tips, tricks, and resources to help use Google accessibility tools to reach all learners. I did a ton of research before deciding to chat about this topic today because I wanted to put together the best resources for you. . The first resource I want to talk about is dictation.io. Use your tools!

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Adam Watson Edtech Elixirs

FEBRUARY 17, 2021

It was a bit of an information blitz and I felt exhausted afterward trying to take notes and keep up. No more lost information from accidentally leaving the page, closing the tab, or losing your Internet connection. The livestream ended with an interesting discussion on the future of Google as assistive technology.

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Edsurge

AUGUST 10, 2017

It’s also a handy resource for other kinds of research. That rich resource has been put to several good uses. 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. Google’s involvement promised to change that.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 5, 2024

By leveraging AI technologies, educators can overcome the limitations of time and resources, offering a level of personalization that enhances the learning experience for each individual student. There is a clear need for science-driven curriculum, and the thoughtful implementation of emerging technologies.

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Hansen's Link to Tech

MAY 17, 2014

Researching the web provides wonderful resources for our students as well as cluttered pages with ads, images, and distractions. Assistive Tech Chromebook Google Apps for Education Google Chrome Internet' As schools continue to progress to 1:1 we as educators need to provide meaningful edtech tools to all learners.

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edWeb.net

OCTOBER 28, 2016

This PLC provides webinars and resources that help support students with dyslexia and specific learning disabilities. Empowering Struggling Readers also provides insight on assistive technology, accommodations, and overall solutions to foster academic success and a love of reading in students.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 20, 2023

A strong sense of connection reduces cortisol and increases dopamine, promoting client’s availability for therapeutic processing as well as resource- and skill-building. Her experience of representation allowed her to process and explore both her limitations and her unique strengths and resources.

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