Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 20, 2022

I don’t write enough about special needs so when Rose contacted me with an article idea, I was thrilled. Rose Scott is a literary teacher with a goal of making education comfortable for students with special needs. Her dream is to help students explore their talents and abilities.

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EdTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 18, 2020

Fortunately, thanks to the latest advances in assistive technologies geared toward learning disabilities, educators were able to do that and facilitate remote learning with improved outcomes.

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EdTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

Fortunately, thanks to the latest advances in assistive technologies geared toward learning disabilities, educators were able to do that and facilitate remote learning with improved outcomes.

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TeachThought - Learn better.

JANUARY 6, 2022

What do all of these assistive technology apps in common? The post The 30 Best Assistive Technology Apps appeared first on TeachThought. They empower learners to try & identify resources that will help them be successful.

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TeachThought - Learn better.

MAY 22, 2023

Modeling, mind mapping, fast listening, and hands-on learning are just a few strategies for using assistive technology in the classroom. The post Strategies For Using Assistive Technology In The Classroom appeared first on TeachThought.

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ViewSonic Education

SEPTEMBER 4, 2019

Quick Take: Learn about assistive technology in special education. Assistive technology in special education can bring much-needed help to teachers who have students with disabilities or providing special education services. Understanding Special Education and Assistive Technology.

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Ditch That Textbook

FEBRUARY 24, 2020

Some label assistive technology as unfair. The Myth About Assistive Technology appeared first on Ditch That Textbook. We hold onto myths about it. In this post, Catherine Day identifies and dispels some of those myths. Day currently resides in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. You can connect with her […].

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techlearning

DECEMBER 12, 2023

The impact AI can have on assisted technology is hard to overstate.

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N2Y

AUGUST 7, 2020

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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Cycles of Learning

JANUARY 23, 2023

I have written in the past about the Assistive Technology projects my engineering students have created usingthe MakeyMakey as the primary electronics interface and Instructables as the medium for public display. I am proud to share that the team at MakeyMakey has shared the work of my students via a featured blog post.

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SplashLearn

DECEMBER 20, 2023

This question deeply resonates as we contemplate the profound and transformative influence of assistive technology in the classroom. Now, take a moment to pause […] The post 5 Best Examples of Assistive Technology in the Classroom first appeared on SplashLearn Blog. Approximately 1.3

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EdTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 7, 2017

By Meghan Bogardus Cortez Thanks to tools from tech giants such as Microsoft, students with disabilities are flourishing.

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Twinkl International Publishing

OCTOBER 21, 2024

The DfE evaluates the Assistive Technology (AT) Test and Learn programme.

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Cycles of Learning

JANUARY 6, 2023

I have written previously about Assistive Technology projects I have implemented as part of my engineering elective courses.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Have you considered how assistive technologies like text-to-speech can be tailored to individual needs? Engaging them in decision-making won’t only empower them but also increase the likelihood that they’ll embrace the technology.

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N2Y

JUNE 12, 2020

Join us to see how to prepare students with new assistive technology tools and organizational techniques for transition planning, as students move from high school to post-secondary education, vocational training, employment, adult services, independent living, or community participation. Save your seat today! Can’t attend?

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EdTech Magazine

APRIL 14, 2020

When the Academy of Whole Learning, a K–12 private school in Minnesota for students with autism spectrum disorder and individual learning needs, introduced virtual reality technology in their classrooms, students could not contain their excitement.

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EdTech Magazine

APRIL 12, 2020

When the Academy of Whole Learning, a K–12 private school in Minnesota for students with autism spectrum disorder and individual learning needs, introduced virtual reality technology in their classrooms, students could not contain their excitement.

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EdTech Magazine

APRIL 11, 2020

When the Academy of Whole Learning, a K–12 private school in Minnesota for students with autism spectrum disorder and individual learning needs, introduced virtual reality technology in their classrooms, students could not contain their excitement.

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EdTech Magazine

APRIL 3, 2020

When the Academy of Whole Learning, a K–12 private school in Minnesota for students with autism spectrum disorder and individual learning needs, introduced virtual reality technology in their classrooms, students could not contain their excitement.

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EdTech Magazine

MARCH 31, 2020

When the Academy of Whole Learning, a K–12 private school in Minnesota for students with autism spectrum disorder and individual learning needs, introduced virtual reality technology in their classrooms, students could not contain their excitement.

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EdTech Magazine

MARCH 31, 2020

When the Academy of Whole Learning, a K–12 private school in Minnesota for students with autism spectrum disorder and individual learning needs, introduced virtual reality technology in their classrooms, students could not contain their excitement.

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MiddleWeb

JUNE 27, 2019

In the 3rd edition of Assistive Technology in Special Education, author Joan Green helps readers navigate the complex topic with a straight forward, organized approach to understanding and effectively implementing AT. Green's handbook is the resource Carol Willard has long sought.

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edWeb.net

MAY 14, 2019

Assistive technology, especially audiobooks, provide both multisensory reading and writing experiences and enhance word recognition. Struggling readers themselves, Gavin and Marley, embraced an opportunity from Blackaby to become assistive technology leaders and trainers in their district. is “As often as they need it.”

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 24, 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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EdTech4Beginners

NOVEMBER 29, 2016

Technology certainly has pros and cons. However, assistive technology (technology designed to support people with special educational needs and disabilities – SEND) has had many positive impacts which have been life-changing for some. What technology do you use to support children with SEND?

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Cycles of Learning

JANUARY 9, 2024

Summary My high school students are creating assistive devices for visually impaired individuals using the Arduino Uno platform. This project focuses on developing innovative digital mobility aids, utilizing ultrasonic sensors and small servo motors.

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Cycles of Learning

MARCH 23, 2021

My "E ngineering for Social Good " class just completed a three-week design cycle leveraging the MakeyMakey in the 100% distance learning setting. I have written about similar projects before, and I am, yet again, amazed by the power of the the " shelf " feature in Padlet for student public showcase, collaboration, and tracking of the design cycle.

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EdTech Magazine

JANUARY 17, 2024

Educators, administrators and IT experts will kick off the new year with one of the biggest national ed tech conferences for K–12 educators: the Future of Education Technology Conference. With seven tracks including assistive technology, campus leadership, coaching, IT and library media, the event promises something for everyone.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 26, 2016

I don’t write enough about special needs so when Rose contacted me with an article idea, I was thrilled. Rose Scott is a literary teacher who is interested in making education comfortable for students with special needs. Her dream is to help students explore their talents and abilities. You can follow her on Twitter: @ roserose_sc.

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eSchool News

MARCH 25, 2020

Generally, when we think of edtech and students with disabilities, we think of assistive technology that helps individuals overcome challenges and provides access to areas of learning and independence.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 24, 2024

HumanWare Hardware HumanWare offers assistive technology for people who are blind or have low vision. ChromeSpeak Free apps/extensions At the time of this publication, Chrome offered twelve apps and extensions for reading-challenged users. These include text-to-speech, translations, webpage readers, and more.

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Educational Technology Guy

MARCH 2, 2016

I've been working on a resource document that has resoures on Assistive Technology and Accessibility and thought I would share it here: Related: More Accessibility Resources Google Accessibility Features and Resources -. This post originally appeared on Educational Technology Guy.

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EdTech Magazine

AUGUST 22, 2023

A new tongue-operated device could mean K–12 students with disabilities who can’t use other types of assistive technology can still work with laptops, tablets and other classroom tools. MouthPad, a custom-fitted interface that attaches to users’ upper teeth like a retainer, functions somewhat like a trackpad.

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EdTech Magazine

MAY 11, 2023

As K–12 schools adopt one-to-one device programs, they have the opportunity to introduce more assistive technologies into classrooms. These accommodations can help bring equity into schools, and in ways that don’t make students feel singled out.

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Cycles of Learning

JULY 28, 2016

This has implementation has always inspired me and it has always been my intention to flow from a game design invention cycle in a typical Day 1 of camp, to an invention cycle where campers use MakeyMakey to design assistive technology for individuals with physical disabilities in Day 2.

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District Administration

DECEMBER 22, 2016

Products that help prepare students for life beyond K12 Ray Bendici The ever-increasing pace and variety of technological developments continues to be a challenge for K12 assistive technology products.

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