As a teacher of the talented and gifted, I have not had to use adaptive or assisted technology with my students. Prior to my research I was not aware of the many opportunities available should I need to use it. I reviewed the CAST website. CAST focuses on Universal Design for Learning (or UDL). These types of lessons reach out to all students, but specifically those in need of assistive technologies. There is even a strategy tutor that helps students in need of assistance. One of the most exciting things is that most resources on this website are free!
A few other assistive technology websites I have found are:
Kids Together Inc.
This website is especially helpful for people like me who are unfamiliar with assistive technologies. The Kids Together website includes descriptions and resources.
LD Resources
What I really like about this website is that it is very personal yet professional. There is an updated blog, success stories, resources, and even games!
Showing posts with label Technology. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Technology. Show all posts
Wednesday, June 1, 2011
Tuesday, May 24, 2011
Wikipedia
I have never used Wikipedia for the purpose of discussion and debate, so I am a little leery of allowing my students to do so. Although the website shuts down specific sites when they become to biased, it is not always an instant fix. There is always the possibility that students will be exposed to inappropriate content or language on the discussion site before it is removed.
One purpose I DO use Wikipedia for is to find various sited resources. I encourage my students to use Wikipedia to search their topic, and to check out the resources sited at the bottom of the page.
One purpose I DO use Wikipedia for is to find various sited resources. I encourage my students to use Wikipedia to search their topic, and to check out the resources sited at the bottom of the page.
Monday, May 23, 2011
SIRS Issues Researcher
One of the AEA resources that will become available in August of 2011 is SIRS Issues Researcher. What caused me to look further into this article is it's emphasis on critical thinking and debate. My students really enjoy healthy debates on current issues. I can really appreciate that this resource gives ALL sides of an ishttp://www.blogger.com/img/blank.gifsue so students can form their own educated opinion. I am really excited for this resource to become available, especially since we do a persuasive unit each year.
SIRS Issues Researcher
SIRS Issues Researcher
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