This article explores the way technology is assisting people with disabilities. It states how technology is helping in these areas: word processing, computer based instruction in all academic areas, interactive videodisc interventions for math, and technologies for daily life. I feel that it is important that technology grows in this area, especially with the “No Child Left Behind” goal at this time and with the disability students and their test scores joining the mainstream students. Every bit of aid and help that this demographic can get the better.
Title: Assistive technology and learning disabilities: today's realities and tomorrow's promises., By: Lewis RB, Journal of Learning Disabilities, 00222194, January 1, 1998, Vol. 31, Issue 1
Sunday, June 10, 2007
Thursday, June 7, 2007
Sites of the Week
Site 1
www.Edhelper.com
This site is used for teachers that need to get more help with curriculum ideas using worksheets, puzzles, and other materials. It can focus on giving the students more hands-on experience in covering the material in the different units. They have sections that deal with all subject matter and from grades K-12.
Materials for grades K-12
Special education materials, including Hi/Lo reading comprehensions
Class Builder grade book
STATE GOAL 1: Read with understanding and fluency.
Learning Standard:
1B2d- Read age appropriate material aloud with fluency and accuracy
Site 2
http://www.studyisland.com/
Study Island is a leading provider of web-based state assessment preparation programs and standards based learning programs.
Learn about Study Island's
State Assessment Preparation Programs
* instructional & diagnostic
* web-based
* research-based
* state standards-based
This site gives great tools for the students to go in and practice the information that they are learning in the classroom using worksheets and games among other items. It can be used toward any subject. I use this in my 2nd grade classroom to quiz the students on their knowledge of what principals, mayors, and teachers are responsible for.
ILS 17A
Site 3
http://mikids.com/
Meeting the Needs of Students, Teachers and Schools by…
enabling schools to successfully integrate technology into the core curricula;
addressing the social, legal and ethical issues associated with technology use;
supporting information and technology literacy;
helping busy teachers make student technology use more effective;
teaching the ground rules for online behaviors that are acceptable, appropriate and effective;
and, involving families.
This site gives all kinds of ideas but I found this particular section interesting since it fits in with what we are trying to achieve with this course. The site can be used for all subject matter and gives wonderful lesson plans along with activities and ideas.
Technology Foundation Standards for Students
This site covers the following standards:
Basic operations and concepts
Students demonstrate a sound understanding of the nature and operation of technology systems.
Social, ethical, and human issues
Students understand the ethical, cultural, and societal issues related to technology.
Students practice responsible use of technology systems, information, and software.
Students develop positive attitudes toward technology uses that support lifelong learning, collaboration, personal pursuits, and productivity
Site 4
http://puzzlemaker.com/
Puzzlemaker is a puzzle generation tool for teachers, students and parents. Create and print customized word search, crossword and math puzzles using your word lists. Great tool to use for building vocabulary and spelling word skills.
State Goal 1: Apply word analysis and vocabulary skills to comprehend selections.
Illinois Learning Standard 1.A.3a: Apply knowledge of word origins and derivations to comprehend words used in specific content areas (e.g., scientific, political, literary, mathematical).
www.Edhelper.com
This site is used for teachers that need to get more help with curriculum ideas using worksheets, puzzles, and other materials. It can focus on giving the students more hands-on experience in covering the material in the different units. They have sections that deal with all subject matter and from grades K-12.
Materials for grades K-12
Special education materials, including Hi/Lo reading comprehensions
Class Builder grade book
STATE GOAL 1: Read with understanding and fluency.
Learning Standard:
1B2d- Read age appropriate material aloud with fluency and accuracy
Site 2
http://www.studyisland.com/
Study Island is a leading provider of web-based state assessment preparation programs and standards based learning programs.
Learn about Study Island's
State Assessment Preparation Programs
* instructional & diagnostic
* web-based
* research-based
* state standards-based
This site gives great tools for the students to go in and practice the information that they are learning in the classroom using worksheets and games among other items. It can be used toward any subject. I use this in my 2nd grade classroom to quiz the students on their knowledge of what principals, mayors, and teachers are responsible for.
ILS 17A
Site 3
http://mikids.com/
Meeting the Needs of Students, Teachers and Schools by…
enabling schools to successfully integrate technology into the core curricula;
addressing the social, legal and ethical issues associated with technology use;
supporting information and technology literacy;
helping busy teachers make student technology use more effective;
teaching the ground rules for online behaviors that are acceptable, appropriate and effective;
and, involving families.
This site gives all kinds of ideas but I found this particular section interesting since it fits in with what we are trying to achieve with this course. The site can be used for all subject matter and gives wonderful lesson plans along with activities and ideas.
Technology Foundation Standards for Students
This site covers the following standards:
Basic operations and concepts
Students demonstrate a sound understanding of the nature and operation of technology systems.
Social, ethical, and human issues
Students understand the ethical, cultural, and societal issues related to technology.
Students practice responsible use of technology systems, information, and software.
Students develop positive attitudes toward technology uses that support lifelong learning, collaboration, personal pursuits, and productivity
Site 4
http://puzzlemaker.com/
Puzzlemaker is a puzzle generation tool for teachers, students and parents. Create and print customized word search, crossword and math puzzles using your word lists. Great tool to use for building vocabulary and spelling word skills.
State Goal 1: Apply word analysis and vocabulary skills to comprehend selections.
Illinois Learning Standard 1.A.3a: Apply knowledge of word origins and derivations to comprehend words used in specific content areas (e.g., scientific, political, literary, mathematical).
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