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Student Engagement and Assistive Technology Use

Student Engagement and Assistive Technology Use

The student needs to understand what assistive technology (AT) is and isn't and how it can help. The AT user also needs to know they are in control, and they get to make decisions about what they like and don't like. As an expert in the field, my knowledge and opinion on an AT user's best fit are trumped by the user's view. Why?
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5 More Remote/Hybrid Learning Tools

5 More Remote/Hybrid Learning Tools

With schools quickly transitioning back to full remote learning environments, we thought it would be a good time to introduce five more learning tools to help teachers and students.

Keeping lessons engaging and supporting student focus feels like an impossible task when teaching in a remote environment. Here are a few ideas to help you switch it up and keep it fresh.

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Five Chrome Extensions for Remote Teaching

Five Chrome Extensions for Remote Teaching

Many schools across the states have implemented either full or a hybrid learning scenario. Both teachers and students are navigating new teaching and learning experiences. To make this endeavor easier and more fun for everyone, below are must-have Chrome Extensions for remote learning.
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Built-in Accessibility Features Series – Part 3

Built-in Accessibility Features Series – Part 3

In our last two blogs, we shared information about built-in accessibility features for Apple OS and Windows. This month, we will be discussing built-in accessibility for Google and Chrome. With many schools working remotely right now, this topic is even more timely.

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Built-in Accessibility Features Series–Part 2

Built-in Accessibility Features Series–Part 2

In our last blog, we shared information about built-in accessibility features for Apple OS. This month, we will be discussing built-in accessibility for Windows. With over one billion computer users needing accessibility options, Microsoft is another software company that has been pumping up its built-in features. From vision, hearing, cognition, to physical limitations, Windows has everyone covered.
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