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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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Fighting Exclusion: Shake Up Inclusive Learning – SULS0164

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The post Fighting Exclusion: Shake Up Inclusive Learning – SULS0164 appeared first on Shake Up Learning. In this episode, Kasey interviews Mike Marotta, co-author of Inclusive Learning 365. Together they discuss how inclusive learning is meeting the needs of all learners. Every teacher should fight exclusion!

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5 Steps For Addressing Equitable Learning Using Technology

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Sponsored by ClassLink While giving all students access to high-speed internet and a working computer are strong steps towards creating equitable learning opportunities, there’s one area schools often miss: technical assistance for students with learning differences. The website includes a framework of evidence-based practices.

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Using Inclusive Technology to Break Barriers and Empower Learners

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CITES advances the conventional definitions of accessible and assistive technologies by providing a practical blueprint for districts to create inclusive environments for all members of their population. She advocated forming a robust team of leaders to discern when and how additional tools can assist students’ learning.

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2024 National Education Technology Plan targets the digital divide

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Department of Education’s National Educational Technology Plan (NETP) takes aim at several obstacles limiting edtech’s ability to transform teaching and learning. “We are proud to stand at the forefront of this exciting journey, advocating for effective integration of technology in education systems nationwide.”

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edWeb 2024 Survey: Impact of Staffing Shortages on Special Needs Students

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edWeb.net, in partnership with Stages Learning , has published the results of the second annual survey on the “Impact of Staffing Shortages on Special Needs Students.” Paraprofessionals are, for the most part, “not supported” by any of these professional learning options. But, it still is not enough.

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4 Strategies to Engage Families in Tech Partnerships

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Consider using these strategies to jumpstart district/school and family collaboration: Gathering Data Collecting data on families’ assistive tech needs and wants—and identifying the learning goals they have for their children—frames their engagement. Technology can be a facilitator of such collaboration.