This website was created by Wendy Burkhardt, Assistive technology Specialist for the San Ramon Valley Unified School District. The resources available cover a range of topics from PreK to Transitioning students, and provide links to other sites or documents for further support.
This study, conducted by a student from St. John Fisher College, analyzed the experiences of a group of young teachers in implementing assistive technology (AT) into their classrooms. The study concluded that more professional development is needed for better AT implementation, in order to better assist the educator in ensuring...
There are plenty of reasons why a college or university should strive to make its web content as accessible as possible for its students: it’s mandated by law, it creates market opportunity, and most importantly, accessible resources make it possible for all students to participate and excel in higher education...
VOCAs (Voice Output Communication Aids) come in many shapes and sizes, with different synthesised voices, and may have the ability to record speech. They are very useful for anyone with a speech impediment or disability, or those with Autism. This article describes some different types of VOCAs, and how to...
There are many strategies that can be used to improve executive functions in the classroom. Some are more traditional strategies, like movement breaks, and some involve using technology to help improve these skills. Both types of strategies are listed here to help students improve executive functioning in the classroom....
This article from the Virginia Commonwealth University's Training & Technical Assistance center offers examples of students with significant disabilites benefitting from the various uses of an iPad. It describes how its built-in accessibility software and other tools for communication, reading, and storytelling helps them to connect with their classmates and...
This page from Paths to Literacy provides information about what it means when a child has multiple disabilities, as well as various frameworks, strategies, technologies, and articles. This information can assist teachers when educating students with multiple disabilities, to ensure that they receive the instruction they need to read....
TeAch-nology.com is a website that provides many resources for educators of all backgrounds and disciplines, with free downloadables and other tools and tips for teaching students. The resources are available for virtually every subject, for grades K-12, including Special Education. There are lesson plans, worksheets, tutorials, games, and other activities...
These Alternative & Augmentative Communication (AAC) apps that are listed in this article are some of the best that are available. They can help persons who struggle to speak due to conditions such as autism, brain injuries, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, and stroke. They provide ways to choose words, symbols,...
This page is a compilation of resources for educators and parents to help with students who struggle with executive function. The guides and eBooks are available for free download after completing a form. Topics range from emotional regulation to productivity planning.
Link: https://www.beyondbooksmart.com/executive-function-ebooks-and-guides
