https://padlet.com/abriem1/ln16num6f2v4h2ty In this digital poster I will explore both Assistive Technology and Differentiated Instruction. Both aspects are geared towards individuals with specific needs that need to be met in order for them to succeed. In this Padlet, you will find out what Assistive Technology and Differentiated Instruction are, examples of each, and why they are important in Early Childhood Education classrooms. en-us 2021-10-07 17:17:44 UTC 2025-11-23 00:49:31 UTC hello@padlet.com abriem1 https://padlet.com/abriem1/ln16num6f2v4h2ty/wish/1800524751 Assistive technology is any piece of equipment, software, etc. that is used to help and support individuals with disabilities. Assistive technology is used to assist individuals with disabilities to perform tasks that would otherwise be difficult for them. This type of technology varies based on the need of the individual, the technologies range from programs to mobility devices.]]> 2021-10-07 17:19:43 UTC https://padlet.com/abriem1/ln16num6f2v4h2ty/wish/1800524751 abriem1 https://padlet.com/abriem1/ln16num6f2v4h2ty/wish/1800525481 Differentiated Instructing is tailoring instruction to meet the needs of individuals. Differentiated Instruction is aimed to enhance learning and understanding while improving learning outcomes for success. Teachers use DI to reach all their students and meet them where they are with their reading levels, strengths, weaknesses, interests, and goals.]]> 2021-10-07 17:20:02 UTC https://padlet.com/abriem1/ln16num6f2v4h2ty/wish/1800525481 abriem1 https://padlet.com/abriem1/ln16num6f2v4h2ty/wish/1800528627 https://www.atia.org/home/at-resources/what-is-at/
https://www.washington.edu/accesscomputing/what-assistive-technology
https://www.teachthought.com/pedagogy/what-is-differentiated-instruction/]]> 2021-10-07 17:21:12 UTC https://padlet.com/abriem1/ln16num6f2v4h2ty/wish/1800528627 abriem1 https://padlet.com/abriem1/ln16num6f2v4h2ty/wish/1800529785 There are many different types of assistive technologies to support the different disabilities. In the classroom, you would find technologies such as highlighters, enlarged worksheets, large print, pencil grips, and captioning. The types of AT used within the classroom is beneficial to students with and without disabilities. ]]> 2021-10-07 17:21:37 UTC https://padlet.com/abriem1/ln16num6f2v4h2ty/wish/1800529785 abriem1 https://padlet.com/abriem1/ln16num6f2v4h2ty/wish/1800530096 Teachers strive to teach each of their students and support their individual needs. With DI, there is not one particular way that things should be done, there are multiple. Ways that they do this is by implementing different types of differentiated instruction into their classroom and lessons. For example:
One-on-one teaching
Small groups designed for students to help each other
Allowing students the option for how to complete a given assignment
Various methods to answer questions

]]> 2021-10-07 17:21:46 UTC https://padlet.com/abriem1/ln16num6f2v4h2ty/wish/1800530096 abriem1 https://padlet.com/abriem1/ln16num6f2v4h2ty/wish/1800659226 Assistive Technology is important in the classroom because it helps to ensure that students with disabilities have the same opportunity for education as students without. Assistive technology bridges the gap for the students with disabilities and allows them to learn on the same level as their peers. Assistive technology gives students the opportunity to learn new skills, communicate and gives them access to an equal education. ]]> 2021-10-07 18:16:40 UTC https://padlet.com/abriem1/ln16num6f2v4h2ty/wish/1800659226 abriem1 https://padlet.com/abriem1/ln16num6f2v4h2ty/wish/1800659757 Differentiated Instruction allows all students to succeed. Differentiated Instruction addresses the needs of each individual student in order for them to be successful and meet the same learning objective. Differentiated Instruction is important in the classroom because the goal is for each student to succeed using their strengths and allows teachers to provide students with the appropriate support they need instead of just grouping them together. ]]> 2021-10-07 18:16:57 UTC https://padlet.com/abriem1/ln16num6f2v4h2ty/wish/1800659757