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. This promotes a sense of ownership and shared purpose among participants.

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eSchool News

MARCH 21, 2025

Jones , CEO of CAST, Lindsay Kruse, CEO of All Means All, and Rachell Johnson , director of assistant technology at SCATP, will participate in a general session, Leadership, Not Bystanders, moderated by Sarah Radcliffe , director of Future Ready Learning in the School District of Altoona.

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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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Edsurge

OCTOBER 1, 2020

Online environments can be set up to support assistive technologies such as closed captions on videos and text to speech. Synchronous interaction also gives teachers the opportunity to model and explain how to use technology, to coach students on asynchronous assignments, and to provide guidance or “course corrections” in real-time.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 20, 2023

She was enrolled in our virtual connection therapy group due to her severe anxiety about participating on screen. After three weeks of participating via the monkey, the client felt comfortable and connected enough to join the handshake, and soon after that, to join the entire group session. The “monkey” joined in the handshake!

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Edsurge

JANUARY 7, 2019

Of course, this is also essential assistive technology. Although it’s true that the law requires this kind of assistive technology at some schools, I believe ASR is now more than just assistive technology; it’s on its way to becoming foundational educational technology for all students.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 18, 2016

Individual students, entire classrooms, schools and other organizations serving children between the ages of 5-21 (in grades K-12) are encouraged to participate. This year’s challenge invites kids to think about a real-world health problem and come up with a solution.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 27, 2024

This helps our teachers strengthen their practices and participate in ongoing, reflective coaching at their own pace. 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. –David Baker, Professional Development Coordinator.

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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? Coding programs such as Scratch foster critical thinking and problem-solving.

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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. So, I paid for a small private server for my students to explore and work together safely.

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EdTech Magazine

AUGUST 1, 2019

Windows 10 devices can be equipped with a wide variety of assistive technology as well. With Skype, students can participate in virtual field trips to places they might otherwise not have the opportunity to visit, such as the Louvre Museum in Paris. Provide Feedback Seamlessly with Windows 10 Devices.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 7, 2019

Of course, this is also essential assistive technology. Although it’s true that the law requires this kind of assistive technology at some schools, I believe ASR is now more than just assistive technology; it’s on its way to becoming foundational educational technology for all students.

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Study Lecturing Assistive Technology Exams 100

eSchool News

JANUARY 1, 2024

As we look ahead, it’s important that players in the education industry create products and tools that are accessible regardless of their abilities or disabilities and have equal opportunities to learn and participate in educational activities. This rapidly evolving technology has only begun to make an impact in the field of education.

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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].” Learning spaces I.

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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].” Learning spaces I.

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Disabilities Learning Spaces Universal Design Learning Disabilities 98

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. Effective inclusion involves providing appropriate accommodations and support tailored to the unique needs of each student (Dyer 2022, 1712). Dyer, Rebekah.

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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. Effective inclusion involves providing appropriate accommodations and support tailored to the unique needs of each student (Dyer 2022, 1712). Dyer, Rebekah.

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Accessibility Disabilities Education Culture 98

eSchool News

JANUARY 20, 2023

She was enrolled in our virtual connection therapy group due to her severe anxiety about participating on screen. After three weeks of participating via the monkey, the client felt comfortable and connected enough to join the handshake, and soon after that, to join the entire group session. The “monkey” joined in the handshake!

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Activities Mobile Devices Culture Participation 130

Teach Hub

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

It can be difficult for students to understand directions from teachers or to participate in class discussions. Hearing Assistance Technology. Students that are hard of hearing struggle with communication in school as delays in language and speech can often be present.

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Edsurge

JUNE 29, 2016

I had the opportunity to participate in it through Mouse Design League , a group of high school students from around NYC that come together to design assistive technology. This year was my first year at Emoti-Con.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 10, 2015

Add to this the fact that between 10 and 15 per cent of the US population are dyslexic, as well as the numerous obstructed readers and writers we have, and you start to realise that this isn’t an individually unique problem with limited participants. I tried numerous different solutions.

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Technology Universal Design Learning Writing 95

eSchool News

JANUARY 5, 2024

As we look ahead, it’s important that players in the education industry create products and tools that are accessible regardless of their abilities or disabilities and have equal opportunities to learn and participate in educational activities. This rapidly evolving technology has only begun to make an impact in the field of education.

Gamification 130

Gamification Intelligence Reading Ethics 130

eSchool News

JANUARY 1, 2025

Efforts like direct presentations to students and better communication with parents and teachers can double participation in tutoring programs. In other words, students become active participants in their education driving into areas of interests and aptitudes. –Paige Whitlock, Literacy Director, NoRedInk

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