eSchool News

NOVEMBER 20, 2020

Tobii Dynavox, the global leader in assistive technology for communication, today announced the new generation of its special education platform Boardmaker. Boardmaker 7 includes a modern and streamlined user interface allowing users to easily create and deliver print or interactive curriculum and communication support.

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Edsurge

MAY 31, 2023

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. Despite having dyslexia, he knew that he had ideas he wanted to communicate.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 24, 2018

EdSurge spoke with Häkkinen about the impact of new speech synthesis technologies on student assessments, and how his company is making the most of them. EdSurge: First, when we say “assistive technologies,” what exactly are we talking about? How do you present science, technology, engineering, and math content?

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eSchool News

AUGUST 27, 2024

Approaches to handle bullying: Enforcing rules around behavior in schools, establishing communications between families and schools, and having open conversations about bullying with children have been shown to decrease bullying. The COVID effect has impacted students’ communication, critical thinking, and motivation.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

Digital textbooks offer interactive content, and assistive technologies like speech-to-text tools support diverse learning needs, collectively creating a dynamic and enriched learning environment for students. How does technology help students learn? Technology streamlines efficiency and productivity.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 17, 2021

In fact, 95% of teachers nowadays report that they use technology regularly in their classrooms. From using video streaming services to presentation tools, digital curriculum, and assistive technologies, teachers are incorporating technology into their classrooms now more than ever.

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Edsurge

APRIL 1, 2020

We’re communicating in real time using a platform called Zoom. It can be one of the oldest forms of digital communications we have: email. Because if I can’t do that, then neither can assistive technology. Perez : We’ll start with synchronous because that’s what we’re actually doing right now. It can be texting as well.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 1, 2024

Anne Brown, CEO & President, Cook Center for Human Connection More meaningful, tailored school-home communication will be imperative to supporting academic recovery and addressing chronic absenteeism. Communications with student-level data tied to outcomes feel relevant and actionable to families.

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eSchool News

JULY 1, 2022

PRNewswire/ — Texthelp , a global leader in literacy and assistive technology, announced it has appointed Gus Schmedlen, Ed.D., Dr. Schmedlen brings over two decades of experience in the education technology sector to Texthelp. WOBURN, Mass. as its Chief Revenue Officer (CRO).

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 6, 2015

Here’s what he came up with: Handling the technology needs of a public school system can be a daunting task at times. Online testing, BYOD, 1:1 computing, and assistive technology are only a handful of the variety of technical challenges that flow through the department every day. There’s no question of that.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 18, 2020

I can't do that through a computer, so how do I communicate with that child?” On the flip side, technology caused stress in families where parents became navigators for students who could not use assistive technology independently. Rosenblum says. “I

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

The rise of collaborative learning environments within hybrid and blended learning models is another notable development in K-12 technology trends. Online collaboration tools and platforms let students work together seamlessly, helping them build teamwork and communication skills that are essential for the future.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 28, 2019

Minecraft, Autism and 21st Century Learning I was unaware of this early on, but eventually discovered that I wasn’t the only one who found Minecraft useful as an assistive technology for people with autism. Research shows how players “modded” their environment to “support self-regulation and community engagement.”

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eSchool News

JANUARY 20, 2023

Options include non-binary gender expression, assistive technology and mobility devices, culturally diverse articles of clothing, diverse religious settings and symbols, many skin tones, different body shapes, and unlimited options for family structures.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 8, 2017

He says some of the issue was how the plan was initially communicated, and the he feels that faculty input is improving the implementation. Tim Ferebee, acting assistive technology coordinator at Northern Virginia Community College, says that he sees the same problem on his campus with math and science courseware.

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Teach Hub

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Students that are hard of hearing struggle with communication in school as delays in language and speech can often be present. Find the Best Ways to Communicate. Another way to best communicate with students that are hard of hearing is to use nonverbal cues such as body language, hand signals, and facial expressions.

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Faculty Focus

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Assistive Technologies: Integrating assistive technologies, such as screen readers and speech-to-text tools, can enhance accessibility for students with disabilities. Online platforms should facilitate easy communication and collaboration among students. References Aspelin, Jonas. 6 (August 26, 2020): 58896.

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Faculty Focus

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Assistive Technologies: Integrating assistive technologies, such as screen readers and speech-to-text tools, can enhance accessibility for students with disabilities. Online platforms should facilitate easy communication and collaboration among students. References Aspelin, Jonas. 6 (August 26, 2020): 58896.

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Faculty Focus

AUGUST 13, 2023

Accommodations involve individual adjustments like assistive technology or alternate formats. Additionally, ensure compatibility with assistive technologies like screen readers or text-to-speech software. viii] If necessary, include local sign language in the video to cater to students who rely on it for communication.

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Faculty Focus

AUGUST 13, 2023

Accommodations involve individual adjustments like assistive technology or alternate formats. Additionally, ensure compatibility with assistive technologies like screen readers or text-to-speech software. viii] If necessary, include local sign language in the video to cater to students who rely on it for communication.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 5, 2024

Anne Brown, CEO & President, Cook Center for Human Connection More meaningful, tailored school-home communication will be imperative to supporting academic recovery and addressing chronic absenteeism. Communications with student-level data tied to outcomes feel relevant and actionable to families.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 20, 2023

Options include non-binary gender expression, assistive technology and mobility devices, culturally diverse articles of clothing, diverse religious settings and symbols, many skin tones, different body shapes, and unlimited options for family structures.

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Edsurge

AUGUST 10, 2017

And print-disabled users can use assistive technologies to read scanned books that might otherwise be difficult if not impossible to find in accessible formats. Courant and others involved in the early days of the scanning work acknowledge both the benefits and the shortfalls.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 1, 2025

By integrating these systems with other emergency response technologies, schools can create a cohesive and adaptable security infrastructure. As a result, districts are shifting away from ESSER-funded technology subscriptions in favor of free solutions that enjoy enthusiastic grassroots support in classrooms and communities.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 2, 2025

We’ll see more districts move toward personalized, two-way school communications that create trust with parents and the larger school community. — Janine Walker-Caffrey , Ed.D., –Trent Workman, SVP for U.S.

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