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When Universal Design Promotes Inclusion of All Students

Edsurge

Christopher Bugaj Assistive Technology Specialist, Loudoun County Public Schools One way for educators to meet the needs of students is to integrate Universal Design for Learning (UDL) into their instructional practices. In short, UDL is a launching point for providing personalized learning experiences.

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Importance of Assistive Technology

N2Y

For many students with disabilities, assistive technology (AT) is critically important in removing barriers to mobility, communication, socialization, and learning. Download this white paper to learn more about: How assistive technology supports students in the 13 IDEA categories of disability.

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The NEO Blog is now 4!

Neo LMS

Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is thought to be the solution for this. The online world has a vast number of web and mobile applications and programs that claim to enhance critical thinking. Technology in the classroom has come a long way. 14 Awesome examples of Critical Thinking EdTech.

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PleIQ: the interactive smart toy that fosters multiple intelligences through Augmented Reality

Ask a Tech Teacher

Eight beautifully tangible cubes displaying each letter, number, and a handful of special symbols come to life before your eyes through the accompanying mobile app for smartphones and tablets. We know that teachers are often asked to promote technology use in the classroom to prepare students for the digital world around them.

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PleIQ: the early-years interactive smart toy that fosters multiple intelligences through an Augmented Reality experience

Educational Technology Guy

Eight beautifully tangible cubes displaying each letter, number, and a handful of special symbols come to life before your eyes through the accompanying mobile app for smartphones and tablets. We know that teachers are often asked to promote technology use in the classroom to prepare students for the digital world around them.

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Here’s the Syllabus for Your Summer Crash Course in Online Education

Edsurge

Some students may encounter challenges participating in online courses, either because they don’t have technology resources or because they need special accommodations. Is your course mobile-phone friendly? Tony) Bates (book), explores teaching with technology and gives a framework for making teaching decisions.

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Book Review: The Ultimate Guide to Assistive Technology in Special Education

SpeechTechie

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.