Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 20, 2022

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

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The Thinking Stick

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

In this episode, we sit down with Fiona Goodall, a leading expert on the social applications of assistive technologies. Fiona helps us understanding how emerging technologies, particularly AI, can benefit neurodivergent learners and support social-emotional development.

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EdTech Magazine

JULY 18, 2019

How to Leverage Mainstream Technology to Boost Special Education. Federal laws such as the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) , as well as state allocations and local funding, give schools access to resources to support students with special needs. Assistive technology may be the best option.

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EdTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 18, 2020

In the summer months, educators had to determine the most effective way to adapt their classrooms for this unprecedented transition while ensuring accessibility. Shifting to remote learning because of the pandemic also posed additional challenges for these students.

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EdTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

In the summer months, educators had to determine the most effective way to adapt their classrooms for this unprecedented transition while ensuring accessibility. Shifting to remote learning because of the pandemic also posed additional challenges for these students.

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ViewSonic Education

APRIL 7, 2022

Equality vs equity: which one is more important in achieving accessible education? Educators and academic institutions already know this and aspire to provide s tudents with access to the best possible high-quality education regardless of their background and characteristics. What is Accessible Education? .

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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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ViewSonic Education

OCTOBER 1, 2024

The benefits of AI in education are creating waves, transforming how we learn and teach. But, amid all the excitement, some worry that AI will make us too dependent on technology. If you’re eager to see AI education tools in action, explore ViewSonic’s Education Software and witness the future of learning.

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Neo LMS

NOVEMBER 26, 2019

Inclusion is an important topic of discussion within special education. Read more: How AI is changing special education. In recent years, the amount of time that students with disabilities spend in general education classrooms has shown an increase, signaling that inclusive practices are being adopted. Decrease the stigma.

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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. Now in its 44th year, the conference will run from Jan. 23-26 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Fla.

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ViewSonic Education

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Continue reading to learn how mobile learning can benefit education in and out of the classroom. . If you’re interested in how to better integrate technology into your classroom, visit ViewSonic Education. . While the benefits of technology in the classroom have been well established, mobile devices are another issue.

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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. Vrain Valley Schools in Colorado, said on an episode of Focus on EDU.

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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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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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The CoolCatTeacher

FEBRUARY 25, 2019

This free tool helps educators around the world connect their students. Friedlander is a school psychologist with expertise in assistive technology. Dr. Friedlander is an Associate Professor of Education at the College of St. Friedlander talks about the Amazon Alexa devices and why so many teachers are excited about them.

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Educational Technology Guy

MARCH 2, 2016

One of the things I do in my role as a K-12 Education Strategist is work on resources for schools to use. 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 -.

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ViewSonic Education

DECEMBER 12, 2022

Read on to find out how, or choose to learn about myViewBoard Sens and other ViewSonic’s Education Solutions. This is especially true when it comes to artificial intelligence, virtual assistants, and s tudent-centered i nsight technology, which can all help educators to easily detect signs of engagement or disengagement.

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ViewSonic Education

APRIL 23, 2019

After a long wait, the Department for Education (DfE) announced its EdTech strategy in early April. Collaboration underpins the most successful technology companies. The lessons that ViewSonic learns from supplying technology to the corporate sector, and to education sectors across the world, are applied to what we do in the UK.

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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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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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Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Assistive technology tools for writing. HS Curricula and Career Education. Here are the most-read posts for the month of October, including: Freebie for history teachers. Digital Citizenship Week. 100+ Digcit websites. Dyslexia Awareness Month. Bully Prevention Month. Exercises to Strengthen Fingers for Keyboarding.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 22, 2021

Illuminate Education has an interesting video (on-demand) about Navigating a New Era of Special Education. In this on-demand webinar, experts provide guidance on how to ensure students receive adequate supports while reducing unnecessary special education referrals. A Helping Hand: Assistive Technology Tools for Writing.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 3, 2022

Long-Term Benefits of Bilingual Education. Assistive Technology in Colleges. Here are the most-read posts for the month of April. National Library Week April 3-9. Preparing for College or Career. How to Become a Tech Teacher. Tech Tools for Reading Fluency. Resources to Teach Taxes. How to Make a Program Easy to Find.

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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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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 26, 2016

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

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The CoolCatTeacher

SEPTEMBER 26, 2017

See: 15 Best Google Drive Add-Ons for Education. Friedlander is a school psychologist with expertise in assistive technology. Dr. Friedlander is an Associate Professor of Education at the College of St. where he coordinates Graduate Programs in Special Education and teaches graduate courses in assistive technology.

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ViewSonic Education

JANUARY 18, 2019

Barriers to educating students with special needs include: Negative opinions and stereotypes. Special ed teachers rely on assistive learning devices to address the needs of student challenges. Referred to as assistive technology (AT), these devices are often decidedly low tech. Teaching is a demanding profession.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 5, 2024

Here are the most-read posts for the month of December: The Role of Assistive Technology in Promoting Inclusive Education Here’s Why Your Kids Should Participate in Extracurricular Activities Coding Activities by Grade 9 Unusual Hour of Code Projects 5 Unplugged Hour of Code Activities 12 Ways to Update Your Online Presence 8+ Ways to Speed Up Your (..)

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 21, 2022

In education, it is not uncommon to accommodate dyslexic students with special devices, additional time, varied format approaches (such as audio or video), and others. Most prominent educational testing centers (like SAT, ACT, PARC, and SBACC) make these available for most of the tests they offer. offer an alternative answer sheet.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 6, 2021

In education, it is not uncommon to accommodate dyslexic students with special devices, additional time, varied format approaches (such as audio or video), and others. Most prominent educational testing centers (like SAT, ACT, PARC, and SBACC) make these available for most of the tests they offer. offer an alternative answer sheet.

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SpeechTechie

SEPTEMBER 19, 2011

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.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 2, 2019

In education, it is not uncommon to accommodate dyslexic students with special devices, additional time, varied format approaches (such as audio or video), and others. Most prominent educational testing centers (like SAT, ACT, PARC, and SBACC) make these available for most of the tests they offer. offer an alternative answer sheet.

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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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Waterford

OCTOBER 21, 2020

Chief among those is determining how to support students with special educational needs. In the United States, about 14 percent of students in public schools receive specialized education services.[1] Families whose students have an IEP may need extra support in managing distance learning and special education.

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ViewSonic Education

AUGUST 5, 2024

Forget passive lectures – here, education is a lively, hands-on adventure that sparks curiosity, amplifies engagement, and lets collaboration flourish. Plus, you’ll want to prioritize EdTech with accessibility features like screen readers, speech-to-text software, and other assistive technologies. Keep reading to find out!

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EdTech Magazine

AUGUST 1, 2019

That’s why Microsoft is working with schools and school districts around the country to ease the transition from Windows 7 to Windows 10 for Education. Through Windows 10, educators can deliver a unique experience to students, as well as enhance the educational experience and encourage collaboration.

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User Generated Education

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

I have always been an experiential educator. The ultimate goal is to get students at any level of education to become as mentally and physically engaged as possible in the learning process, regardless of the subject they are studying. Some have struggled with student-centric and hands-on learning.

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