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Using Inclusive Technology to Break Barriers and Empower Learners

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The panelists delved into several key themes, encompassing an exploration of the CITES framework’s essence, a spotlight on its leadership tools, and insights from districts that have successfully embraced the framework in their educational settings.

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Overcoming the challenges of online learning for students with disabilities

Neo LMS

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. Closed captioning accuracy in live teaching video calls is often subpar, and not all online tools are compatible with assistive technology.

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Thinking differently about dyslexia in the classroom: Part 1

Neo LMS

Assistive technologies abound to help younger students to master reading, and older students with note taking and organising their thoughts. Equally, there are a number of tools and resources online for parents and teachers of students with dyscalculia. A turn of the tide.

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An Inside Look at the Edtech Purchasing Process

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How do you approach purchasing education technology tools? They not only look at how the product would fit with their learning standards and curriculum, but the product must also work within their LMS. What do you look for to know an edtech tool is high quality? Then, learning goals drive the decision.

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4 Tips for using accessibility features to promote inclusion

Neo LMS

However, merely throwing tools at a class is not enough. The following tips provide strategies for using technology to create inclusive learning environments. Assistive technology, by definition, relates to any equipment that supports a child with a disability and increase or maintain their functioning in different settings.

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Technology in the Classroom: The Complete Guide

ViewSonic Education

Continue reading to learn everything you always wanted to know about technology in the classroom. . There has always been technology in the classroom. From books to tablets or slates to interactive whiteboards, humans have used learning tools for as long as we have had formal education. . Types of Technology in the Classroom.

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6 Steps to Take to Boost Tech Accessibility

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A Model Approach Jenks Public Schools’ action steps are grounded in a framework of practices developed by the Center on Inclusive Technology & Education Systems (CITES). Making those assistive technologies available to learners requires a specialized infrastructure.