AT 101 Including the work of the ATRC Team of Chicago Public Schools Presenter: Rachel Herron Email: [email protected]

AT 101

Including the work of the ATRC Team of Chicago Public Schools

Presenter: Rachel HerronEmail: [email protected]

Welcome to AT 101Who is here?

Why use AT?

What do you want to know?What do you know?

What is assistive technology? An assistive technology device is “any item,

piece of equipment, or product that is used to increase, maintain, or improve the functional capabilities of a student.”

Assistive technology services include any service that directly assists a student with disabilities in the selection, acquisition, or use of an assistive device.

What is UDL? Universal Design for Learning is a set of principles

for curriculum development that give all individuals equal opportunities to learn.

UDL provides a blueprint for creating instructional goals, methods, materials, and assessments that work for everyone--not a single, one-size-fits-all solution but rather flexible approaches that can be customized and adjusted for individual needs.

http://www.cast.org/udl/

Moving Forward with UDL

http://aim.cast.org/

Universal Design

The Children’sMuseum of Indianapolis

Universal Design

Accessible Playgrounds of Indiana

http://www.accessibleplayground.net/united-states/indiana/

Freedom Field, Columbus,

Indiana

Taylor’s Dream Boundless Playground, Fort Wayne, Indiana

UDL and AT in PartnershipUDL AT

Makes the general education curriculum accessible to students with varying needs

Specifically considered for an individual student

Used by all students with diverse learning needs

Used by a student to meet the expectations of the general education curriculum

Implemented by general and special education teachers

Monitored by special educators but also used by general education teachers

http://marylandlearninglinks.org/3385

IDEA and AT IDEA states that "assistive technology

devices and services" must be provided by school districts to eligible children if necessary to ensure the provision of a free appropriate public education.

IEP teams consider student need for assistive technology. AT should allow the student to perform a skill (read, write, communicate, etc.) more easily or efficiently in the least restrictive environment or with less assistance.

http://www.cast.org/udl/

AT is appropriate when it…

Enables an individual to:Perform functions achieved by no other means Demonstrate age-appropriate fluency, rate, or standards or a higher level of accomplishment Participate in programs or activities which otherwise would be closed to the individual Increase endurance or ability to complete laborious tasksConcentrate on learning rather than mechanicsGain access to information Increase social interactions with peers and adults

http://www.pluk.org/AT1.html#2

AT in Action

Technology currently used in class:Smart boardsIpadsWord WallsPencil GripsThese are ALL examples of AT

What would you LIKE to be using?

Continuum from No/Low Tech to High Tech

AssistiveTechnology

No/Low Tech Mid Tech High Tech

Some TrainingSome MaintenanceSome Electronics

SimpleLow Maintenance

No/Limited Electronics

More TrainingMore Maintenance

Complex Electronics

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http://www.wvstateu.edu/students/colleate-support-counseling/disability-services/learning-disability-simulation.aspx

READING ACTIVITY

I suspect that children with learning disabilities must frequently experience an "Alice in Wonderland" existence. Often we find that they must cope with an unstable world, inconsistent adults and haphazard perceptions. They're confused by crazy symbols we give them, pressured by the length of time in which to do it and frustrated by repeated failures. They do not learn the traditional way, so we must teach them differently.

http://www.wvstateu.edu/students/collegiate-support-counseling/disability-services/learning-disability-

simulation.aspx

Assistive technology devices

The following are ideas of how to use assistive technology to support students in the LRE. Most of these devices do NOT require an assistive tech referral or evaluation.

Reading…

For students displaying difficulty with…

Slow reading rate

Poor recall

Inconsistent visual tracking

Problems with decoding

Unable to turn the page

Vision issues

Reading…

Device Helps students…Colored overlays View text in a clearer manner

Magnetic letters Identify the letters of the alphabet

Reading window Track the lines of print displayed on a page

Audio textbooks Access traditional print textbooks

Color-coded removable plastic flags or tabs

Mark important pages of text and notes

Pocket magnifier Attend visually to text and to task for students with a visual impairment

One line of text shown at a time.

Distractions removed on the page.

Student can focus on relevant text.

Visual tracking is easier.

http://www.onionmountaintech.com

Line Markers/Reading Guides

Colored OverlaysColored overlays

are transparent sheets that come in various colors

When placed over text, this may help a student view the text in a clearer manner

http://www.onionmountaintech.com

Reading…Device Helps students…

Slant board Access written material

Copy of classmate’s/ teacher’s notes

Access subject content

Pre-highlight/underline text

Identify main idea or key points

Reading pen Read words in a line of text aloud

Reading…Device Helps students…

Read Outloud (Free to Indiana Students)

A text reader, that provides access to any book file and to the internet

Booksharewww.bookshare.org

Provides textbooks or novel in a digital format for qualifying students

Optical character recognition software

By scanning text and reading it aloud

Learning Allyhttps://www.learningally.org/state-landing-pages/indiana/

By providing textbooks on tape or CD (previously RFBD)

Read:OutLoud

ACCESSINGRead:Outloud in

Indiana:

http://www.icam.k12.in.us/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=33&Itemid=22

http://donjohnston.com/readoutloud/#.U5UK23JdUz4

Read:Outloud 5 Minute Demo:

BREAK

Spelling…


Letter reversals

Letter omissions

Inventive spelling

Phonetic blend confusion

Spelling…

Device Helps students…

Develop a personal word book or dictionary

Spell words correctly that they use often and continue to misspell

Word processing program with spell check

Spell words they have difficulty spelling but can visually identify

Word walls, word banks

Spell words that are currently related to the curriculum

Portable spell checker/dictionary

Spell words correctly using auditory and visual prompts

WRITING ACTIVITY

Choose a letter of the alphabet and write it on the top of the paper.

Copy the words read aloud in a short passage omitting the letter at the top of the page.

Writing…


Mechanics of writing

Low endurance – easily fatigues

Illegible

Time consuming

Writing skills below student’s cognitive abilities

Visual spatial disorientation

Poor visual discrimination

Writing (motor)…Device Helps students…

Paper with bold or raised lines With fine motor or visual impairment to stay within the lines

Graph paper To more evenly space letters and words

Pencil grip With a larger and more supported means of holding a pencil

Soft rubber-like pad Keep papers from slipping off smooth or inclined surfaces

Weighted pencil Hold the pencil in a more stable manner

Digital Recorder Dictate information as an alternate to a written assignment; Take notes

Low technology for writing Paper or book stabilizer

Pen or Pencil grips

Weighted pencil

Slant board

http://www.sammonspreston.com

Writing (motor)…


Portable keyboarding device

Type instead of write

Word prediction software

Reduce keystrokes while typing (lessen the amount)

Alternate keyboards Access the computer to write

On screen keyboard Access the computer to write

Word prediction software

http://donjohnston.com

CO:WRITER DEMONSTRATION

http://donjohnston.com/cowriter-7-resources/#.U5UdA3JdUz4

www.donjohnston.com

Alternate keyboards

Writing (process)…


Graphic organizers Organize ideas

Charts Understand text/ideas

Highlighters Remember important details/ information

Ample space With a larger response area

Highlighting text on computer

Emphasize important text on the computer in word processing programs

Sentence strips Build and organize ideas from text

EyeBoxToolsInc.com

Concept mapping (or webbing) is a great way

to help students organize thoughts. In

addition mapping assists with

comprehension and studying. Color coding makes the web even

more organized.

Graphic organizer

Different colors can mean different things.

Using a favorite color can be more motivating.

Note Taking Pen

Record and playback (up to 400 hours)

Save, Search and Organize

Send and Share

http://www.livescribe.com/en-us/smartpen/echo

Math…


Computations

Concepts

Time consuming math problems

Laborious process

Math…


Calculator/Number line

Who have difficulty with math calculation

Manipulatives/ velcro numbers or symbols

Understand math concepts

Graph paper Who have difficulty lining up numbers on paper

Color coding Who have difficulty with math calculations when there are many numbers involved

Math…


Money calculator Complete math problems involving money

Math software By reinforcing concepts and providing practice

Computation software By aligning numbers and providing an alternate way to complete the problems

Organization…


Organizing their space

Keeping their place in textbooks

Boundaries

Keeping track of assignments/homework

Organization…


Assignment notebook with calendar

Record assignments and key points to remember

Plastic tabs Mark their place in a book

Colored binders Organize their materials by content area

Box top from copy paper

Organize their materials in their desk by using it as a drawer

Lunch tray Create boundaries for their materials and hands

Colored binders

BREAK

Behavior…


Transitions

Taking turns

Following rules

Remaining on task

Behavior…Device Helps students…

Timer (visual and/or auditory) With transitions and to remain on task

Visual representation of classroom rules

Understand classroom rules

Charts and lists of expectations of activity

Understand what is expected of them

Classroom/individual schedules

With transitions and to remain on task

Class Dojo (online behavior program) www.classdojo.com

With visual reminders to stay on task and to monitor behavior.

Communication Activity Pair up and select a

“communicator” and a “listener”

The communicator will place several marshmallows in each cheek and will describe the picture in the provided booklet.

The listener will write down what he or she believes the communicator is trying to describe.

SWITCH

http://crosscultured.com/documents/C%20&%20A%20file/Diverse%20Lrng%20Activities.pdf

Communication…For students displaying difficulty with…

Non-verbal

Delayed speech

Using speech that can be understand by others

Physical disability

Cognitive delay

Communication…


Object symbols/Choice board

Indicate their wants or needs within daily activities

Picture communication boards and books

With frequently communicated messages

Alphabet books Generate new messages through spelling

Communication…


Static display device Communicate using messages pre-recorded by staff or parent

Dynamic display device

Communicate using messages pre-programmed by staff, parents, or the student Communicate using a self-generated message created by the student using vocabulary in the device.

Referral Process for AT and AAC

WATI Referral Page

REFERRAL QUESTIONWhat task(s) does the student need to do

that is currently difficult or impossible, and for which assistive technology may be an

option?

http://www.wati.org/

www.wati.org

PATINS PROJECT http://www.patinsproject.com/

WATI Resource Guide http://www.wati.org/

mATch Up (Maryland Assistive Technology Connection HUB) http://pfs.cte.jhu.edu/pf/mobile/?pf_url=matchup AT Pinterest Boardhttp://www.pinterest.com/ssjcsss/assistive-tech-%2B-

universal-design-for-learning/http://www.pluk.org/AT1.html#2

RESOURCES

Questions

EXPLORE DEVICES

Take time to PLAY!The more you know the better you will

be at implementation.

Documents

AT 101 Including the work of the ATRC Team of Chicago Public Schools Presenter: Rachel Herron Email: [email protected]