Title:

Assistive Technology Use in Content Classroom 

Presenter:

Carol Moffett 

Short Description:

Participants will learn about how to use technology to enhance the learning of special needs students in content area classrooms. 

Category:

Classroom 

Length:

1 hour(s)

Skill Level:

Intermediate 

Long Description:

Examine the uses of adaptations, accommodations and modifications Examine the variety of print material adaptations Expand knowledge of the use of written adaptations in the content classroom Examine examples of adaptations to content area manipulatives Experience examples of oral reports and participation supports through software and Augmentative/Alternative Communication devices  

ISTE Standards:

TF-I.B. Demonstrate continual growth in technology knowledge and skills to stay abreast of current and emerging technologies. TF-II.A. Design developmentally appropriate learning opportunities that apply technology-enhanced instructional strategies to support the diverse needs of learners1. TF-II.E. Plan strategies to manage student learning in a technology-enhanced environment. Candidates:  

Research:

Teaching Every Student in the Digital Age: Universal Design for Learning David H. Rose & Anne Meyer ASCD, 2002 Using technology to address Language Arts standards Eagleton, M. & Hamilton, M. (2002). New England Reading Association, 38(1).