Presentation :
2 Presentation Christine Southard, a special education teacher and NYS certified Assistive Technology Specialist, will showcase a variety of free and fee based tools that will help to support struggling learners in the 21st century classroom.
What is I.T.? :
3 What is I.T.? What is Instructional Technology?
Instructional technology is the use of a variety of teaching tools to improve student learning. IT Definition Source: http://www.u-46.org/it/DefinitionofInstructionalTechnology.htm
What is A.T.? :
4 What is A.T.? What is Assistive Technology?
Assistive technology (AT) can be defined as any item, piece of equipment, or product system, whether acquired commercially off the shelf, modified, or customized, that is used to increase, maintain, or improve the functional capabilities of individuals with disabilities. (29 U.S.C. Sec 2202(2)).
Assistive Technology Considerations :
5 Assistive Technology Considerations
Study Hall :
6 Study Hall