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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Disabilities Technology Assistive Technology Students 148

Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 2, 2023

The Role of Assistive Technology in Promoting Inclusive Education Persons with disabilities may struggle with coordination problems, short attention spans, and limited mobility, which may or may not be obvious. Some disabilities include blindness, deafness, dyslexia, and autism. Let’s find out below.

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Assistive Technology Disabilities Technology Education 97

EdTech Magazine

MARCH 31, 2015

Hayes Schools find there is no one-size-fits-all approach to assistive technology. By Heather B. Access Points Classroom Cloud Mobile Apps Mobility Networking'

Disabilities 167

Disabilities Assistive Technology Students Accessibility 167

eSchool News

JANUARY 14, 2022

10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Texthelp , a global leader in literacy and accessibility technology, today announced that they will acquire the Education Technology Division of Don Johnston Inc., a leading assistive technology and special education curriculum company based outside of Chicago, IL. WOBURN, Mass.,

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 16, 2015

According to a new report, incorporating Universal Design for Learning (UDL) in online courses not only benefits students with disabilities, but can have significant benefits for all students, ultimately increasing retention and improving learning outcomes. New report highlights 10-step plan to applying Universal Design for Learning online.

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EdTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 18, 2020

For students with learning disabilities such as dyslexia and related language processing difficulties, these struggles are amplified even in the most ideal learning environments. Adjusting to a rigorous curriculum, learning new skills and understanding the nuances of classroom learning are just a few of the many pressures students face.

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Assistive Technology Learning Disabilities Disabilities Technology 78

EdTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

For students with learning disabilities such as dyslexia and related language processing difficulties, these struggles are amplified even in the most ideal learning environments. Adjusting to a rigorous curriculum, learning new skills and understanding the nuances of classroom learning are just a few of the many pressures students face.

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Assistive Technology Learning Disabilities Disabilities Technology 78

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 4, 2017

According to the National Assessment of Educational Progress, 80 percent of students with learning disabilities have dyslexia. Principals should make sure teachers get the training they need to use the assistive technology. “If Develop Guidelines. Early intervention is ideal for students with dyslexia. Ensure Proper PD.

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Assistive Technology Learning Disabilities Schools Disabilities 236

Faculty Focus

AUGUST 13, 2023

“A disability may be the result of combinations of impairments and environmental barriers , such as attitudinal barriers, inaccessible information, an inaccessible built environment or other barriers that affect people’s full participation in society [i].” of Australian undergraduate students reported having a learning disability.

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Disabilities Learning Spaces Universal Design Learning Disabilities 98

Faculty Focus

AUGUST 13, 2023

“A disability may be the result of combinations of impairments and environmental barriers , such as attitudinal barriers, inaccessible information, an inaccessible built environment or other barriers that affect people’s full participation in society [i].” of Australian undergraduate students reported having a learning disability.

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Disabilities Learning Spaces Universal Design Learning Disabilities 98

Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 24, 2018

Recent advances in artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) are behind next-generation improvements in a range of software tools for students with sensory or learning disabilities. Speech synthesis in particular is benefiting from deep learning technologies, which are used to generate speech that sounds like a human voice.

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Accessibility Disabilities Assistive Technology Learning Disabilities 167

EdTech Magazine

JULY 18, 2019

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. Many Devices Include Assistive Technology Tools. on a podcast.

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Special Education Technology Assistive Technology Disabilities 166

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. Sometimes a simple edtech tool can make a significant difference.

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Universal Design Disabilities Mobile Devices Students 209

Edsurge

APRIL 27, 2018

But a common problem prevented that: some faculty have been slow to catch up with technological advances, and many wait until students ask for accomodations rather than having accessible materials from the start. “I That’s especially concerning to her, given assistive technologies alone won’t always help.

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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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Assistive Technology Disabilities Technology Middle School 60

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.

Assistive Technology 60

Assistive Technology Disabilities Technology Middle School 60

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.

Assistive Technology 60

Assistive Technology Disabilities Technology Middle School 60

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.

Assistive Technology 60

Assistive Technology Disabilities Technology Middle School 60

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.

Assistive Technology 60

Assistive Technology Disabilities Technology Middle School 60

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.

Assistive Technology 60

Assistive Technology Disabilities Technology Middle School 60

Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 24, 2024

In this monthly column, I share the most popular post from the past month on my writer’s blog, WordDreams : Surprisingly, 15-20% of the population has a language-based learning disability and over 65% of those are deficits in reading. HumanWare Hardware HumanWare offers assistive technology for people who are blind or have low vision.

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Teachers Learning Disabilities Disabilities Assistive Technology 165

Edsurge

OCTOBER 1, 2020

Younger students, and students with disabilities that impact executive function, struggle more in fully asynchronous learning environments, and may require adult supervision to work through asynchronous assignments. Online environments can be set up to support assistive technologies such as closed captions on videos and text to speech.

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Lecturing Disabilities Assignments Learning 218

Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 22, 2021

How Wearable Technology is Changing Education and Easing Disabilities. A Helping Hand: Assistive Technology Tools for Writing. If you’re looking for more resources on special education in your classroom, check out our resources: October is Dyslexia Awareness Month. Favorite Shortkeys for Special Needs.

Disabilities 157

Disabilities Special Education Assistive Technology Writing 157

Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Have you considered how assistive technologies like text-to-speech can be tailored to individual needs? Understand Individual Needs Understanding the unique needs of each student with special needs is the first step in effectively using technology to support their learning.

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Technology Assistive Technology Learning Styles Students 173

Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 21, 2022

Surprisingly, 15-20% of the population has a language-based learning disability and over 65% of those are deficits in reading. … It is referred to as a learning disability because dyslexia can make it very difficult for a student to succeed… ” — the International Dyslexia Foundation.

Learning Disabilities 167

Learning Disabilities Disabilities Assistive Technology Languages 167

Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 6, 2021

Surprisingly, 15-20% of the population has a language-based learning disability and over 65% of those are deficits in reading. … It is referred to as a learning disability because dyslexia can make it very difficult for a student to succeed… ” — the International Dyslexia Foundation.

Learning Disabilities 167

Learning Disabilities Disabilities Assistive Technology Reading 167

Edsurge

DECEMBER 18, 2020

A lot of mainstream education tech is not designed with folks with disabilities in mind. Fifty-six percent of the children of survey respondents had disabilities beyond a visual impairment. A huge focus for me is training teachers to use educational technology in a way that’s effective with students that use assistive technology.”

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Disabilities Students Assistive Technology Hybrid Learning 184

Edsurge

APRIL 2, 2020

Accessibility The fast move from print-based to digital materials and from in person learning events to digital learning events can create additional barriers for disabled students. Ultimately, disabled students, who are already a vulnerable population, are going to struggle even more with the shift to remote learning.

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Teaching Disabilities Evaluation Internet 218

Edsurge

DECEMBER 8, 2017

The agreement also calls for the university to perform an accessibility audit of its technology, hire or designate an official to coordinate access issues, and create a grievance process for “vision-related disability issues” for times when students feel an accommodation is not effective. And he wasn’t alone in raising concerns.

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STEM Disabilities Textbooks Culture 147

Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 2, 2019

Surprisingly, 15-20% of the population has a language-based learning disability and over 65% of those are deficits in reading. … It is referred to as a learning disability because dyslexia can make it very difficult for a student to succeed… ” — the International Dyslexia Foundation. DyslexiaIDA. FreedomSci.

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Learning Disabilities Disabilities Assistive Technology Reading 128

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. Texthelp believes in a world where difference, disability or language are no longer barriers.

Disabilities 161

Disabilities Assistive Technology Art Languages 161

Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 15, 2020

Surprisingly, 15-20% of the population has a language-based learning disability and over 65% of those are deficits in reading. … It is referred to as a learning disability because dyslexia can make it very difficult for a student to succeed… ” — the International Dyslexia Foundation. DyslexiaIDA. FreedomSci.

Learning Disabilities 120

Learning Disabilities Disabilities Assistive Technology Reading 120

Elevate k12

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

In the quest for educational equity, it is essential that all students, especially those with specific learning disabilities (SLDs) in reading and math, receive the support they need to succeed. public schools are identified as having specific learning disabilities (SLDs). Here are some key points: Prevalence : About 4.8

Learning Disabilities 52

Learning Disabilities Disabilities Special Education Learning Styles 52

Faculty Focus

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Efforts to include all individuals, including those with disabilities in educational settings should prioritize specific measures to ensure their full participation in all activities. Dyer is passionate about supporting individuals with disabilities, specifically regarding inclusion in all settings.

Accessibility 105

Accessibility Disabilities Education Culture 105

Faculty Focus

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Efforts to include all individuals, including those with disabilities in educational settings should prioritize specific measures to ensure their full participation in all activities. Dyer is passionate about supporting individuals with disabilities, specifically regarding inclusion in all settings.

Accessibility 98

Accessibility Disabilities Education Culture 98

Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 8, 2018

Surprisingly, 15-20 percent of the population has a language-based learning disability, and over 65 percent of those deficits is in reading. More on special needs: Technology Removes Obstructed Writers’ Barriers to Learning. A Helping Hand: Assistive Technology Tools for Writing. Read more on TeachHUB.

Learning Disabilities 95

Learning Disabilities Disabilities Assistive Technology Languages 95

eSchool News

AUGUST 27, 2024

Department of Education and tremendous growth within the assistive technology industry over the last few years, I believe we’re in for a big change.

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Schools Coaching STEM Evaluation 337