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Build lessons, develop teaching materials, and vary your approach so that all students, regardless of where they are starting from, can learn content effectively, according to their needs.

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How math choice boards can enable new elementary teachers to meet the needs of their individual learners while employing mathematical rigor.

Though remote learning during the pandemic has brought many challenges, some students seem to be thriving in the new circumstances. What can we learn from them?

Support every student by breaking learning up into chunks and providing a concrete structure for each.

Five ways teachers can celebrate and extend the linguistic expertise of young students who speak two or more languages.

Every teacher already has the tools to differentiate in powerful ways for all learners.

Teachers can use artificial intelligence tools like ChatGPT to generate rich math tasks and differentiate instruction.

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Build lessons, develop teaching materials, and vary your approach so that all students, regardless of where they are starting from, can learn content effectively, according to their needs.

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What is AT? - Assistive Technology Industry Association

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Learn more about assistive technology: products, equipment, and systems that enhance learning, working, and daily living for persons with disabilities.

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Some examples of assistive technologies are:

Mobility aids, such as wheelchairs, scooters, walkers, canes, crutches, prosthetic devices, and orthotic devices.

Hearing aids to help people hear or hear more clearly.

Cognitive aids, including computer or electrical assistive devices, to help people with memory, attention, or other challenges in their thinking skills.

Computer software and hardware, such as voice recognition programs, screen readers, and screen enlargement applications, to help people with mobility and sensory impairments use computers and mobile devices.

Tools such as automatic page turners, book holders, and adapted pencil grips to help learners with disabilities participate in educational activities

Closed captioning to allow people with hearing problems to watch movies, television programs, and other digital media.

Physical modifications in the built environment, including ramps, grab bars, and wider doorways to enable access to buildings, businesses, and workplaces.

Lightweight, high-performance mobility devices that enable persons with disabilities to play sports and be physically active.

Adaptive switches and utensils to allow those with limited motor skills to eat, play games, and accomplish other activities.

Devices and features of devices to help perform tasks such as cooking, dressing, and grooming; specialized handles and grips, devices that extend reach, and lights on telephones and doorbells are a few examples.

For more information about types of assistive devices, check out the following resources:

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What are some types of assistive devices and how are they used?

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Some examples of assistive technologies are:

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Teachers are able to meet all students at their current ability levels. Those who are struggling and those who are excelling will both benefit.

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Allows students to focus on their learning, instead of their daily challenges. AT enables students to gain the confidence and independence needed to thrive.

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1) Content
2) Process
3) Product
4) Learning Environment

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Students receive assistive technologies through their IEP's

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Students receive assistive technologies through their IEP's

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Tiered activities with different levels of support
Varied time frames
Flexible grouping
Choice in texts

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Electronic Worksheets
Timers
Audio Players & Recorders
Seat Cushions
Text to Speech Tools

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Adapting lesson plans to meet all students needs, learning styles, and abilities.

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Any product used to increase the abilities of those who have a disability