lecture 15 assistive tech

VideosAssistive technology video: Cerebral pa

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Assistive technology video: Visually impairments

Assistive technology video: Physical impairments (music)

Assistive technology video: Visually impaired (music)

Lecture 15Social Issues: Digital Divide, Gender, and

Assistive Technology

GenderRecreational and entertainment

technologies and softwareCompetitionProblem-solvingNon-social motivation

Math, science, programming

Aggressive nature of young males and access

The Final LectureTTL is open M-F this week from 9am –

6pm

Everything is due in lab this week Except final ePortfolio

Course evaluationLectureLab

Social IssuesDigital divide

Gender

Assistive technology

OthersLiving in a remote placeTeacher skill in technology useLanguage barriers

Digital DivideRefers to the gap between those who

are able to benefit from digital technology and those who are not4.1:1 Nationwide4.3:1 High-poverty schools (2004)

E-rateDiscount

School Access

Home Access

OLPC

Something to think about if you are in a lower SES region…

Assigning homework on computers may not be an option – but there’s always the library!

Assistive TechnologiesAny equipment or software that is used

to maintain or improve the functional capabilities of individuals with disabilities Wheelchair = adjustable computer table

in lab

http://www.ataccess.org/resources/atk12/default.html

Dramatization

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Inclusion7th English Grade Teacher

Inclusion Co-TeacherMr. Ottenbreit

Planning Session

Planned LessonLocate information by using a variety

of consumer and public documents.

Example: Choose a radio or watch to purchase, based on a Consumer Reports review of different radios or watches. Then, compare advertisements from different stores to decide which store is offering the best price.

Planned LessonStep 1: Short Article to Read

Step 2: WebQuest

Step 3: Create Report

Step 4: Convince Me

Learning DisabilitiesLarry Duncan (LD)

Higher listening comprehension than reading

Make accessible to LD

Text readerPDF text filePremiere Assistive TechnologyUniversal Reader Plus – Talking PointerWord Prediction Software

Text-to-Voice

Text-to-VoiceScans and reads printed text

Talking Word Processor Voices

Books on CD Legal part of IDEA Act

Surf the web

Kurzweil 3000

Word Prediction Software

Word Prediction Software for word processors and emailWord predictionGrammar supportVocabulary support

Co:Writer WordQ

Reading/Language Software

Learning Disabilities and/or students struggling in a particular academic areaStruggling readersLanguage development

earobics Rosetta Stone

Start-to-Finish Books

Planned LessonStep 1: Short Article to Read

Text Reader – (LD)

Step 2: WebQuestText Reader (LD)

Universal Reader Plus – Talking Pointer

Step 3: Create ReportWord Prediction Software (LD)

Step 4: Convince Me

Visual ImpairmentsValerie Issacs (VI)

Use vision as primary learning Low vision – enhancedWord Magnifier

Talking word processorWebQuest – Zoom in

Planned LessonStep 1: Short Article to Read

Text Reader – (LD)

Step 2: WebQuestZoom-in (VI)Text Reader (LD)

Step 3: Create ReportWord Prediction Software (LD)

Step 4: Convince Me

Physically ImpairedPaul Ingram

Cerebral PalsyLimited physical mobility

Computer desk that’s handicap accessibleRepositioned every 20 minutesSwitch – allow access

Other Assistive Technology for Physical Disabilities

Adapted hardwareAlphaSmart

keyboardsTouch ScreensBig KeysHalf Qwerty

Keyboard

AlphaSmart

Touch Screens

Big Keys

Half Qwerty

Planned LessonStep 1: Short Article to Read

Text Reader – (LD)

Step 2: WebQuestZoom-in (VI)Switch (PI)Text Reader (LD)

Step 3: Create ReportWord Prediction Software (LD)

Step 4: Convince Me

ADD/ADHD (attention variance)AnDrew Denton

Lack time management skillsMaintain attention for 10 minutesRefocus attention every 8 minutes

Timer

Lack organization skillsDirections

Board, physical copy, peer check Ask students for directions (make sure to check with

Andrew)Help organizing facts

Inspiration outline

DistractibilityMonitor use – too focused on other websites or games

Planned LessonStep 1: Short Article to Read

Text Reader – (LD)

Step 2: WebQuestZoom-in (VI)Switch (PI)Text Reader (LD)Timer (ADD)Monitor Computer Use (ADD)Directions (ADD)

Step 3: Create ReportInspiration (ADD)

Step 4: Convince Me

Hearing ImpairmentsHector Iglesias

Teacher communicationPhonic ear (wear headset)Computer lab (headset with his hearing

aid)

Other studentsTraining required – group work – focused Microphones (hand-held)

Planned LessonStep 1: Short Article to Read

Text Reader – (LD)

Step 2: WebQuest Zoom-in (VI) Switch (PI) Text Reader (LD) Timer (ADD) Monitor Computer Use (ADD) Directions (ADD) Headset (HI)

Step 3: Create Report Inspiration (ADD)

Step 4: Convince Me Handheld microphone (HI)

Why should I do this?You make instruction better for ALL

students

Universal Design for Learning

Let’s give our guest speaker

a round of applause

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Lecture Question #1How can Universal Design for Learning

make you a better teacher?

Things I’ve learned in w200Lecture Worksheet #2

If you had to tell an incoming freshman what they’ll learn in w200, what would you tell them. What have YOU LEARNED (not what have we taught you)?

What you (hopefully) DIDN’T learn in w200

1. Technology is “the one thing education needs”

Lec WS #2 – All we need is…

Education has been improving…

2. Technology makes learning happen

Quote

“Any teacher who can be replaced by technology should be.”

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3. No technology = No engagementKids won’t pay attention without it!

Lecture WS #3Think of something “hi-tech” that

engages you. Is it really the technology itself that is engaging? If not, what is?

4. Technology guarantees engagement

We use technology…Are you always engaged?

5. You are now ‘up-to-date’ on educational technology

Professional development plans!

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Remaining AssignmentsLab Workout #15

Assistive Technology

Make sure to check ALL grades in OnCourse Gradebook!

TTL Open until 6 this week!Come visit me Wednesday or Thursday

from 4-6

ePortfolio FinalKnow your due date and where to submit!