Assistive Technology and Differentiated Instruction by https://padlet.com/jlaboar1/96rb5q9nnx3pq6gj Empowering All Learners in the Classroom en-us 2024-09-26 03:41:38 UTC 2025-03-04 00:59:07 UTC hello@padlet.com What is Assistive Technology? jlaboar1 https://padlet.com/jlaboar1/96rb5q9nnx3pq6gj/wish/3139475001 Assistive technology (AT) refers to any device, software and/or equipment that helps accommodate individuals with disabilities perform certain tasks.

]]> 2024-09-26 03:41:39 UTC https://padlet.com/jlaboar1/96rb5q9nnx3pq6gj/wish/3139475001 Types of Assistive Technology jlaboar1 https://padlet.com/jlaboar1/96rb5q9nnx3pq6gj/wish/3139475005 AT comes in many forms, including:
- Text-to-speech software
- Speech-to-text tools
- Alternative keyboards
- Mobility aids
- Magnification software
- Noise-cancelling headphones
- Hearing aids

]]> 2024-09-26 03:41:39 UTC https://padlet.com/jlaboar1/96rb5q9nnx3pq6gj/wish/3139475005 Benefits of Assistive Technology jlaboar1 https://padlet.com/jlaboar1/96rb5q9nnx3pq6gj/wish/3139475006 Implementing AT in the classroom can:

- Foster inclusion
- Increase student independence
- Improve access to curriculum
- Boost confidence
- Enhance participation
- Support personalized learning experiences

]]> 2024-09-26 03:41:39 UTC https://padlet.com/jlaboar1/96rb5q9nnx3pq6gj/wish/3139475006 What is Differentiated Instruction? jlaboar1 https://padlet.com/jlaboar1/96rb5q9nnx3pq6gj/wish/3139475011
“Differentiated instruction is the process of tailoring lessons to meet each student’s individual interests, needs, and strengths.”


Four ways educators can differentiate their instruction through:

  1. Content: What is being taught to the class.

  2. Process: How instruction is taught to the class.

  3. Product: The result of what students learned or how they demonstrate what they learned.

  4. Enviornment: How the classroom is manipulated or aides students.


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]]> 2024-09-26 03:41:39 UTC https://padlet.com/jlaboar1/96rb5q9nnx3pq6gj/wish/3139475011 ISpy Instructional Strategy Ex: jlaboar1 https://padlet.com/jlaboar1/96rb5q9nnx3pq6gj/wish/3139475012 For iSpy it is expected for students’ to work in groups. While students are working on tasks within their groups there is one spy in each group allowed to “Spy” on another group without any interactions and report back their original with any new information gained.This level of guided inquiry allows students to collaborate with their peers before asking assistance from a teacher. It promotes asking like-minded peers for help, as well as creativity by seeing different approaches their peers might have on whatever task they’re working on.

]]> 2024-09-26 03:41:39 UTC https://padlet.com/jlaboar1/96rb5q9nnx3pq6gj/wish/3139475012 Differentiation Strategies jlaboar1 https://padlet.com/jlaboar1/96rb5q9nnx3pq6gj/wish/3139475013 -Tiered learning activities

-Online activities that personalizes learning

-Student collaboration

-Gallery Walks

-Seating arrangments

-Choice Boards

-“Must do, May do”

-Exit Tickets

-Pre-assessments




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