https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5 This padlet is meant to provide information on assistive technology to support writing. I please encourage you to share your own links and apps on this padlet. It will be posted as soon as it is approved. en-us 2019-07-17 21:55:53 UTC 2024-05-26 10:06:16 UTC hello@padlet.com https://imgglb.padletcdn.com/v13/image?t=g_auto&url=https%3A%2F%2Fpadlet.net%2Ficons%2Fpng%2F270f.png swizeman https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/371490963 Reading Rockets provides a list of different AT supports which are organized by goal. Each AT is linked to the website where the device can be purchased or downloaded.]]> 2019-07-17 22:07:15 UTC https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/371490963 swizeman https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/371491231 Grammarly is a Google product that provides AI assistance in writing on computer devices. The program works with most websites and applications on Windows and macOS. Grammarly has both a basic application you can download that only provides "critical grammar and spelling checks" and a premium option which costs a monthly fee. The premium option provides advanced checks for punctuation, grammar, context, and sentence structure, vocabulary enhancement suggestions, genre-specific writing style checks, and plagiarism. According to google, 85% of users are now stronger writers. ]]> 2019-07-17 22:12:42 UTC https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/371491231 swizeman https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/371946144 The LDRFA provides information on how to access free speech to text on multiple devices and programs.]]> 2019-07-22 23:00:31 UTC https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/371946144 swizeman https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/371946557 Slant boards are a great no-tech tool that allow for students to write. They promote concentration, better posture, and are easier on the eyes.]]> 2019-07-22 23:05:06 UTC https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/371946557 swizeman https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/371947629 This resource provides information on different writing tools like your typical pencil grip and what makes it unique. ]]> 2019-07-22 23:17:48 UTC https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/371947629 swizeman https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/371947995 2019-07-22 23:22:07 UTC https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/371947995 swizeman https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/371948470 This 8 minute video provides a brief overview of low-tech and high-tech tools available. They also model how to use each tool and why it is important.]]> 2019-07-22 23:28:23 UTC https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/371948470 swizeman https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/372204443 Dragon has created a mobile app to allow its users to do everything they would do on their computers on the go and quickly.]]> 2019-07-24 23:04:30 UTC https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/372204443 swizeman https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/372205351 This pen allows its user to take notes with ease. While writing notes the pen records what is being said and all of it is sent to your computer. This allows the user to go back and fill in any missing notes or even just better rehear what was said. ]]> 2019-07-24 23:16:11 UTC https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/372205351 swizeman https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/372206067 This application provides predictive writing, speech recognition, flex spelling, and testing for standardized tests.]]> 2019-07-24 23:23:31 UTC https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/372206067 swizeman https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/372206116 In order to use this app you must be using a Chrome as your search engine. But the app is also available in the IOS app store. ]]> 2019-07-24 23:24:07 UTC https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/372206116 swizeman https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/372611423 The table provides different tools and strategies for different types of writing needs.]]> 2019-07-29 21:44:53 UTC https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/372611423 swizeman https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/372611848 While a long video (1 hour), it provides a vast amount of different tools to assist in writing. Each tool is explained in detail and demoed. ]]> 2019-07-29 21:52:08 UTC https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/372611848 swizeman https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/372612484 This app is a great way to have students write stories using online comic strips.]]> 2019-07-29 22:01:13 UTC https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/372612484 swizeman https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/372612854 This iPad/iPhone app has the learner practice tracing letters, numbers, shapes, and words. This is great when teaching the basics of writing early on. ]]> 2019-07-29 22:04:55 UTC https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/372612854 swizeman https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/372863015 This iOS app was designed with consultation from Occupational Therapist to help improve fine motor skills in the hands to in turn help with writing. The app has three different types of games: tapping objects, pinching objects together, and finally tracing letters. ]]> 2019-07-31 21:50:25 UTC https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/372863015 swizeman https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/372863719 The website provides very easy adaptations for low-tech writing such as slanted boards and pencil groups. ]]> 2019-07-31 22:02:27 UTC https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/372863719 swizeman https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/372863807 Reading rockets provides different low-tech/ not-tech tools to use to help students with writing.]]> 2019-07-31 22:04:42 UTC https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/372863807 swizeman https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/373329472 WordQ is a google chrome app made for Chromebook. The app works with all google applications such as docs and can also work offline. The app provides speech to text and provides word prediction when correcting misspellings.]]> 2019-08-05 21:47:26 UTC https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/373329472 swizeman https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/373329635 This is available on almost all devices. The application checks grammar, rephrases sentences, translates, reads text out loud, has a dictionary, and has a trainer to help teach proper writing. ]]> 2019-08-05 21:49:13 UTC https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/373329635 swizeman https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/373329838 Graphic organizers are a great tool to help students with disabilities organize their thoughts for writing. There are many different types of graphic organizers to use and different programs that help make them. ]]> 2019-08-05 21:51:40 UTC https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/373329838 swizeman https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/373636109 This article provides a wide range of tools to support students with learning disabilities. The tools range from the type of the tech and their purpose. ]]> 2019-08-07 21:29:37 UTC https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/373636109 swizeman https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/373636411 This article organizes tools into child need, such as organization, writing, and literacy. The article is focused on those with learning disabilities. ]]> 2019-08-07 21:35:43 UTC https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/373636411 swizeman https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/373636808 This article from ADDITUDE, a website about ADHD, provides tools to support writing for those with ADHD. ]]> 2019-08-07 21:41:24 UTC https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/373636808 swizeman https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/373637027 This image provides general types of AT for writing. It is a good start when trying to learning about the different types of AT available for writing. ]]> 2019-08-07 21:43:59 UTC https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/373637027 swizeman https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/373637615 This map shows the different tools that can downloaded on a computer or mobile to assist in writing. ]]> 2019-08-07 21:51:10 UTC https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/373637615 swizeman https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/373638605 University of Michigan created a list of different tools, applications, and programs to us to assist with writing. Each tool has a link and tutorial on how to use the tool.]]> 2019-08-07 22:04:14 UTC https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/373638605 swizeman https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/373638971 This video provides information on different low-tech tools for writing. These include different types of pencils/ pens and paper.]]> 2019-08-07 22:10:25 UTC https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/373638971 swizeman https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/374046515 This image shows the transition of writing active technology for low/no-teach to high-tech. This gives a visual of the different forms of AT for writing and the degree of technology needed.]]> 2019-08-12 01:32:11 UTC https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/374046515 swizeman https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/374146498 This application for chrome always for you to use your voice to take notes. You can change the font and color of the text and background.]]> 2019-08-12 16:43:00 UTC https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/374146498 swizeman https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/374150705 This app was created to help users write on computers. It always for the writer to listen to what they wrote in order to hear mistakes. This video provides instruction on how to use the app.]]> 2019-08-12 17:05:26 UTC https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/374150705 swizeman https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/374151005 Here is the link to where you can find more information on the Ghotit app and download it.]]> 2019-08-12 17:07:11 UTC https://padlet.com/swizeman/nduhvb9o6ws5/wish/374151005