This document discusses how assistive technology can help students with special needs in the classroom. It provides examples of low-tech, high-tech, and software-based assistive technologies that can aid students with disabilities or conditions like ADHD. The document also lists online resources for teachers to utilize, including websites that provide educational tools, lesson plans, and information to support student learning and achievement.
Implementing a New Digital Literacy Initiativetweisz
This was a presentation for the Alaska School Leadership Conference as part of the Festival of Ideas. I discuss the how we came to the decision to create and implement our technology class as part of a larger digital literacy initiative.
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This was a presentation for the Alaska School Leadership Conference as part of the Festival of Ideas. I discuss the how we came to the decision to create and implement our technology class as part of a larger digital literacy initiative.
1) A guide to the selection of instructional materials.
2) Introduction to the various roles of instructional materials in different teaching/ learning situations.
3) Different types of instructional materials that are available today.
4) Selecting suitable materials specific purposes.
Simmons College Assistive Technology Program Information 2016Jennifer Edge-Savage
Information about the Simmons College Assistive Technology Program. This is an off-site blended learning program. Cohorts meet in Williamstown, MA or Walpole,
What do I need to know about incorporating technology into my classroom?
Presentation at 2014 VATFACS Professional Development Institute in Roanoke, VA
1) A guide to the selection of instructional materials.
2) Introduction to the various roles of instructional materials in different teaching/ learning situations.
3) Different types of instructional materials that are available today.
4) Selecting suitable materials specific purposes.
Simmons College Assistive Technology Program Information 2016Jennifer Edge-Savage
Information about the Simmons College Assistive Technology Program. This is an off-site blended learning program. Cohorts meet in Williamstown, MA or Walpole,
What do I need to know about incorporating technology into my classroom?
Presentation at 2014 VATFACS Professional Development Institute in Roanoke, VA
Incorporating social media in the classroom to support self-determined (heuta...Lisa Marie Blaschke
Social media has become more ubiquitous within higher education and can play an important role in helping students become more self-determined in their learning and in building and sustaining a personal learning network (PLN) throughout their studies and beyond. This lecture will provide a framework for defining and choosing social media for use in the classroom, based on using a heutagogical (self-determined learning) approach to course design. The lecture will also demo a variety of ways for incorporating social media such as Twitter, e-portfolios, mind-mapping, GoogleDocs, and Diigo within the classroom.
This is a presentation pertaining to the use of Smartboards in classrooms today. The presentation includes an example of a lesson plan that is shown from a Smartboard.
How to Plan a OBE Lesson incorporating ICT to support aspects of Learning & Thinking
In the Classroom by Ceanlia Vermeulen attending the
INNOVATE 2008 SCHOOLS’ ICT CONFERENCE
CAPE TOWN 1-3 OCTOBER 2008
Techspo Digital Stories and Creative Commonsjpuglia
This is the presentation handout from the Bedminster Township session by Jen Giordano and James Puglia. It is titled Digital Stories in the Classroom: Incorporating the Creative Commons Network and Other Gadgets. Presented at Techspo in Atlantic City, NJ on February 1, 2008. This presentation is licensed under the creative commons network "share alike" license.
Creating Connections: Collaborations Between Museums and SchoolsJ S-C
This presentation was for the 2015 Association of African American Museums Conference. It addresses the collaborative partnership between the National Civil Rights Museum and the Martin Luther King Jr. College Preparatory High School.
Engaging All Learners: 5 Steps to Creating More Inclusive ClassroomsBrookes Publishing
This webinar focused on creating seamless and truly inclusive educational experiences for all learners. Dr. Julie Causton presented many useful strategies for creating warm and welcoming classrooms equipped to support all students. Alternatives to pull-out therapy and resource services were discussed, and many examples of how to provide collaborative and inclusive services were shared.
Julie covered these five steps for creating more inclusive classrooms:
• Creating a community of belonging
• Rethinking challenging learners
• Integrating IEP goals into the schedule
• Providing thoughtful differentiated academic supports
• Effective utilization of paraprofessionals
This webinar will benefit any K-12 general or special education teacher, related service provider, parent or administrator who seeks to create more inclusive classrooms and schools.
Ethnobotany and Ethnopharmacology:
Ethnobotany in herbal drug evaluation,
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Role of Ethnopharmacology in drug evaluation,
Reverse Pharmacology.
This is a presentation by Dada Robert in a Your Skill Boost masterclass organised by the Excellence Foundation for South Sudan (EFSS) on Saturday, the 25th and Sunday, the 26th of May 2024.
He discussed the concept of quality improvement, emphasizing its applicability to various aspects of life, including personal, project, and program improvements. He defined quality as doing the right thing at the right time in the right way to achieve the best possible results and discussed the concept of the "gap" between what we know and what we do, and how this gap represents the areas we need to improve. He explained the scientific approach to quality improvement, which involves systematic performance analysis, testing and learning, and implementing change ideas. He also highlighted the importance of client focus and a team approach to quality improvement.
The Roman Empire A Historical Colossus.pdfkaushalkr1407
The Roman Empire, a vast and enduring power, stands as one of history's most remarkable civilizations, leaving an indelible imprint on the world. It emerged from the Roman Republic, transitioning into an imperial powerhouse under the leadership of Augustus Caesar in 27 BCE. This transformation marked the beginning of an era defined by unprecedented territorial expansion, architectural marvels, and profound cultural influence.
The empire's roots lie in the city of Rome, founded, according to legend, by Romulus in 753 BCE. Over centuries, Rome evolved from a small settlement to a formidable republic, characterized by a complex political system with elected officials and checks on power. However, internal strife, class conflicts, and military ambitions paved the way for the end of the Republic. Julius Caesar’s dictatorship and subsequent assassination in 44 BCE created a power vacuum, leading to a civil war. Octavian, later Augustus, emerged victorious, heralding the Roman Empire’s birth.
Under Augustus, the empire experienced the Pax Romana, a 200-year period of relative peace and stability. Augustus reformed the military, established efficient administrative systems, and initiated grand construction projects. The empire's borders expanded, encompassing territories from Britain to Egypt and from Spain to the Euphrates. Roman legions, renowned for their discipline and engineering prowess, secured and maintained these vast territories, building roads, fortifications, and cities that facilitated control and integration.
The Roman Empire’s society was hierarchical, with a rigid class system. At the top were the patricians, wealthy elites who held significant political power. Below them were the plebeians, free citizens with limited political influence, and the vast numbers of slaves who formed the backbone of the economy. The family unit was central, governed by the paterfamilias, the male head who held absolute authority.
Culturally, the Romans were eclectic, absorbing and adapting elements from the civilizations they encountered, particularly the Greeks. Roman art, literature, and philosophy reflected this synthesis, creating a rich cultural tapestry. Latin, the Roman language, became the lingua franca of the Western world, influencing numerous modern languages.
Roman architecture and engineering achievements were monumental. They perfected the arch, vault, and dome, constructing enduring structures like the Colosseum, Pantheon, and aqueducts. These engineering marvels not only showcased Roman ingenuity but also served practical purposes, from public entertainment to water supply.
Palestine last event orientationfvgnh .pptxRaedMohamed3
An EFL lesson about the current events in Palestine. It is intended to be for intermediate students who wish to increase their listening skills through a short lesson in power point.
2024.06.01 Introducing a competency framework for languag learning materials ...Sandy Millin
http://sandymillin.wordpress.com/iateflwebinar2024
Published classroom materials form the basis of syllabuses, drive teacher professional development, and have a potentially huge influence on learners, teachers and education systems. All teachers also create their own materials, whether a few sentences on a blackboard, a highly-structured fully-realised online course, or anything in between. Despite this, the knowledge and skills needed to create effective language learning materials are rarely part of teacher training, and are mostly learnt by trial and error.
Knowledge and skills frameworks, generally called competency frameworks, for ELT teachers, trainers and managers have existed for a few years now. However, until I created one for my MA dissertation, there wasn’t one drawing together what we need to know and do to be able to effectively produce language learning materials.
This webinar will introduce you to my framework, highlighting the key competencies I identified from my research. It will also show how anybody involved in language teaching (any language, not just English!), teacher training, managing schools or developing language learning materials can benefit from using the framework.
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Assistive technology powerpoint
1. Introduction
Using Assistive Technology to enhance
the educational experience of special
need students in the classroom.
2. Incorporating Assistive Technology
• Assistive Technology can be a very helpful tool for
teachers who have mild disabilities in their
classroom. Assistive technology is any item used
to improve the functional capabilities of a
student.
• Assistive technology can help students feel fully
included in the classroom.
• AT’s also help students become more
independent and self confident in the classroom.
• (Eric Digest, 2002)
3. Examples of Assistive Technology
• AT devices can range from non technical to very
technical in nature. Example of nontechnical AT could
include note taking where students can simply follow
an outline provided by the teacher. A low tech AT
solution would be allowing students to use an ipad
to work on the mechanics of writing. A high tech AT
would be allowing students to participate in virtual
reality software that allows them to work on speech
and visual skills.
• (Eric Digest, 2002)
4. Assistive Technology Resources for
Special Needs Students
• There are many technical solutions and
resources for teachers to support student
achievement and success in their education.
• Computers, ipads, text to speech softwarem,
voice recognition and voice magnification,
adjustable furniture, desks, writing tools,
adaptive keyboards and mice are just a few of
many At resources at a teacher’s disposal.
• (Eric, 2002)
5. Helpful AT for Children with ADHD
• Teachers can incorporate behavioral strategies that can
help students with ADHD focus and succeed.
• Teachers can begin by creating a routine and posting it
somewhere they can observe so that students can know
what to expect of them each day.
• Teachers can use goals and rewards to help incentivize their
students to display appropriate behavior.
• Discipline students who do not display appropriate
behavior like taking away certain classroom privileges for a
short period of time.
• Encourage students’ talents and praise their behavior when
it is good.
• (Kids health, 2014)
6. AT for Children with Mild Disabilities
• Microsoft word can be a very helpful assistive
tool for students who have mild learning
disabilities or reading and writing disabilities.
• Word can help students with mechanics, spelling,
grammar and other reading and writing barriers
they may need to overcome.
• Word can also be used to help motivate students
to be creative and interested in writing.
• (Kids health, 2014)
7. AT for Children with Auditory
Disabilities
• There are many ways teachers can employ assistive technology in
the classroom to help students with auditory disabilities.
• Make sure the distance between you and your students in minimal.
Always keep in mind the farther away you are to your students the
harder it will be for them to hear you.
• Try to avoid background noises like classroom chatter, adjacent
classroom noise, loud heating and air conditioning ventilation, and
so forth so students do not have to strain to hear you.
• Decorate your classroom with rugs, carpeting, upholstered furniture
and other items that will help absorb noise so your classroom has
good acoustics which can greatly affect how your students hear.
• Teachers can also incorporate voice magnification software for
hearing impaired students in the classroom.
• (Asha.org, 2014)
8. Online Web Resources for Students
with Disabilites
• Teachervision. Com is a wonderful website that
teachers can use to help students with special
needs.
• This site has many educational tools and
resources that can help teachers come up with
helpful strategies for students with special needs.
• The site has ready to use lesson plans, themes,
newsletters, slideshows, clip art, graphic
organizers and printable exercises tailored for
each grade.
• (Teachervision.com, 2014)
9. Online Web Resources for Students
with Disabilities cont.
• Idaamerica.org is also a great online resource for
teachers who have students with learning
disabilities.
• This website helps teachers focus on their
students individual achievement goals and tracks
progress for their students ultimate success.
• The website offers educators access to journals,
resources on teaching, professional organizations,
state resources, and disability rights and
advocacy research.
• Idaamerica.org, 2014)
10. Conclusion
• There are many tools and resources at teachers
disposal that can help enhance the educational level
and opportunities for children who have special needs.
• Assistive technology devices are a great way for
teachers to incorporate learning devices that can help
them modify learning activities that address their
students unique needs.
• Online resources and websites are also available for
teachers that can provide support to educators as well
as help encourage and enhance student learning and
achievement.
11. References
• American Speech Language Impaired Association, Hearing Assistive Technology, retreieved September 20, 2014,
from http://www.asha.org/public/hearing/treatment/assist_tech.htm
• Ericdigests, Assistive Technology for students with mild disabilities, 2002, retrieved September 19, 2014, from
http://www.ericdigests.org/2003-1/assistive.htm
• Kidshealth, Individualized Educational Programs, retrieved September 18, 2014, from
http://kidshealth.org/parent/positive/learning/iep.html
• Learning Disabilities Associates of America, retrieved September 20, 2014, from http://ldaamerica.org/educators/
• TeacherVision, Retrieved September 20, 2014, from https://www.teachervision.com/special-education/teacher-resources/
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