La tecnología de asistencia es cualquier tipo de tecnología que puede utilizarse para mejorar la independencia funcional de una persona con discapacidad. A menudo, para las personas con discapacidades, realizar tareas diarias como hablar con amigos, ir a la escuela y al trabajo, o participar en actividades recreativas es un...
En este video de 15 minutos, que se puede ver en segmentos, los maestros de estudiantes con una variedad de necesidades de aprendizaje discuten las formas en que la tecnología de asistencia puede ayudar. Los maestros brindan ejemplos de herramientas de baja a alta tecnología que se integran fácilmente en...
For some students, writing can be a very hard skill to master. Whether a student struggles with getting their thoughts down on paper, spelling, grammar, or preparing bibliographies, assistive technology (AT) can help. Through the use of AT, students can minimize their frustration with writing by using ‘alternative pencils’, or...
For some teachers, having technology integrated into a classroom is useful; for teachers of students with special or additional needs, however, it can sometimes be necessary. But having or acquiring the funds to obtain these technologies can sometimes be difficult. This article lists some of the ways to make technology...
Alt text is a critical element to ensure digital accessibility. Use this CTD infographic to help you understand how to write alt text for the 5 different types of images.
This session will offer educators the opportunity to learn about how to differentiate instruction with technology-supported evidence-based English Language Arts (ELA) and math strategies, while considering digital accessibility needs, to improve learning outcomes for all students. Grounded in the principles of UDL, educators will learn how to develop lesson...
The key to effective technology implementation is systematic planning that engages all of the principal stakeholders. In this session, education leaders will learn about how to use strategic planning efforts to leverage technology tools to support classroom instruction, address the needs of struggling learners, and improve teaching and learning for...
Ever-changing technology has presented university leaders with new ways to innovate and boost student experiences. Data can increase student success and retention while artificial intelligence can support the personalization of learning. These trends may have popped up first at the most tech-savvy institutions, but they have since become popular across...
In an era of breakneck change and tech innovation, evaluating dyslexia in young students looks much the same today as it has in the past: A struggling reader’s parents and teachers might sit down, gather information and assess the child on their strengths and weaknesses to determine a diagnosis and...
