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Tools For Student Learning:Technology
and Instruction
Tools For Student Learning:Technology
and InstructionJerry Oliver Jr
ITEC 7530Spring 2012
Dr. Black
Jerry Oliver JrITEC 7530
Spring 2012Dr. Black
Presentation Goal
Teachers who read this will have a better understanding on teaching students with disabilities.
OverviewCommon Disabilities / Special Needs
Governing Laws and Disabilities
Inclusion
Tools to help you and your students
Your Role as the Teacher
Common Disabilities Found in Schools
ADHD
Auditory
Learning Disabilities specifically related to reading and writing
ADHD and LD
ADHD is a problem with inattentiveness, over-activity, impulsivity, or a combination. To be diagnosed with this, the problems must be out of the norm for children in that age range.
Learning disability is a condition giving rise to difficulties in acquiring knowledge and skills to the level expected of those of the same age, esp. when not associated with a physical handicap
Info retrieved from LDOnline.org
Who can Diagnose a Learning Disability/ ADHD?
Adapted from
http://www.ldonline.org/article/6027/
Professional What can they diagnose?
Clinical Psychologist LD. Yes, by including educational assessment of educational specialist.ADHD- Yes. Cannot prescribe medication for ADHD.
School Psychologist LD-Yes.ADHD- No, in general, but they can with training if its a private practice.
Educational Psychologist
LD- Yes if qualified to do assessmentADHD- Can offer guidance.* Depends of level of training. Cannot prescribe medication
Neuro-psychologist
LD-Yes but may need to obtain educational from educational specialist.ADHD- Yes.
Psychometrist LD- Yes.ADHD- In general no unless they have special training
Educational Specialist
LD-NoADHD-No
School Counselor LD-NoADHD-N0
Vocational Counselor
LD-NoADHD-No
Social Worker LD-NoADHD-No
Speech and Language Specialist
LD-NoADHD-No
Occupational Therapist
LD-NoADHD-No
Psychiatrist LD-NoADHD-Yes. Can prescribe medication
Physician LD-NoADHD-Yes. Can prescribe medication
Governing LAWS That Protect These Students
ADA
IDEA
SECTION 504
A Comparison of ADA, IDEA, and Section 504 (2012).http://www.dredf.org/advocacy/comparison.html
ADA
A civil rights law to prohibit discrimination solely on the basis of disability in employment, public services, and accommodations.
A Comparison of ADA, IDEA, and Section 504 (2012).http://www.dredf.org/advocacy/comparison.html
IDEA
An education act to provide federal financial assistance to State and local education agencies to guarantee special education and related services to eligible children with disabilities.
A Comparison of ADA, IDEA, and Section 504 (2012).http://www.dredf.org/advocacy/comparison.html
504
A civil rights law to prohibit discrimination on the basis of disability in programs and activities, public and private, that receive federal financial assistance.
A Comparison of ADA, IDEA, and Section 504 (2012).http://www.dredf.org/advocacy/comparison.html
FAPE
Schools are required by law to include FAPE in the least restrictive environment that is appropriate to the individual student's needs.
Least Restrictive Environment. (2012) http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Least_Restrictive_Environment
THE LAW AND FAPE(PROVIDING FREE, APPROPRIATE PUBLIC EDUCATION)ADA-ADA protections apply to nonsectarian private schools, but not to organization or private schools, or entities controlled by religious organization; ADA provides additional protection in combination with actions brought under Section 504.
IDEA- A FAPE is defined to mean special education and related services. States are required to ensure the provision of "full educational opportunity" to all children with disabilities. IDEA requires the development of an Individualized Education Program (IEP) document with specific content and a required number of participants at an IEP meeting.
504- Students can receive related services under Section 504 even if they are not
provided any special education. Does require development of a plan, although this written document is not mandated. The Individualized Education Program (IEP) of IDEA may be used for the Section 504 written plan.
A Comparison of ADA, IDEA, and Section 504 (2012).http://www.dredf.org/advocacy/comparison.html
Inclusion of Students With Disabilities
Defined- the practice of educating students with special needs in regular classes for all or nearly all of the day instead of in special education classes
Google Dictionary
Characteristics of an Inclusive School
Supportive Environment
Positive Relationships
Feelings of Competence
Opportunities to Participate
Checkout this site for more info on inclusion.
Inclusion Defined.(2012) Retrieved from (http://www.edu.uwo.ca/inclusive_education/inclusion.asp
What is available to help me work with the students in my class now?
Assistive Technology-IDEA defines AT in terms of "devices" and "services." An Assistive Technology Device is 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" .
Instruction Methods
Definition of Assistive Technology. (2012) Retrieved from http://www.gpat.org/resources.aspx?PageReq=GPATDef#device
Examples: Assisted TechnologyProduct Description
Computer KeyboardBraille keyboards for the blind, smaller keyboards for those with smaller hands, and keyboards with larger
Apple iPad A tablet that can be used along with reading software apps to help students read.
Screen Enlargers See the computer screen more easily with screen enlargers which magnify the computer screen, reduce glare and block UV rays.
Pencil Grips Can be used to help students write who have fine motor skills deficiencies.
Slant Board Can be used to help students write comfortably who have wrist issues and need a slanted surface.
Raised Line Paper Used to help those who have trouble seeing the lines on paper.
Reading Software This software can read what is on the computer screen out loud/
Headphones Can be paired with the reading software or used when watch a video.
Instruction Methods:Suggestions
ADHD: When Possible ignore negative behavior and reward positive behavior, unless the behavior is making learning an issue for the entire class.Give your students a vast amount of options for doing assignments. Try to encourage group activities and movement around the classroom.
Auditory:Speak loud and clear so that all students can hear you. Use gestures and look into the students eyes when speaking. Use pictures. When possible use powerpoints and
provide handouts.
Visual: Speak clearly, have the student sit closer to the front of the class, group work is encouraged.
Inclusion of Children With Disabilities or Other Special Needs Handout. (2011) Retrieved from http://www.childaction.org/families/publications/docs/guidance/Handout48-Caring_For_Children_With_Special_Needs.pdf
Communicate!!!!!!
PLEASE COMMUNICATE WITH STUDENTS, FAMILY MEMBERS, AND YOUR COLLEAGUES.
Communication is the only way to guarantee that the student needs are being met.
ReferencesA Comparison of ADA, IDEA, and Section 504.(2012) Retrieved from http://www.dredf.org/advocacy/comparison.html
Assistive Technology Devices.(2011) Retrieved from http://www.lssproducts.com/category/assistive_technology
Definition of Assistive Technology. (2012) Retrieved from http://www.gpat.org/resources.aspx?PageReq=GPATDef#device
Inclusion of Children With Disabilities or Other Special Needs Handout. (2011) Retrieved from http://www.childaction.org/families/publications/docs/guidance/Handout48-Caring_For_Children_With_Special_Needs.pdf
Inclusion Defined.(2012) Retrieved from (http://www.edu.uwo.ca/inclusive_education/inclusion.asp
Least Restrictive Environment. (2012) Retrieved from http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Least_Restrictive_Environment
Ramp Up to Access: Assistive Technology. (2000) Retrieved from http://uts.cc.utexas.edu/~wilbur/access/assistive.html
What is ADHD?/ (2010) Retrieved from http://www.ldonline.org/adhdbasics/whatisadhd
What is a Learning Disability?. (2010) Retrieved from http://www.ldonline.org/ldbasics/whatisld
Who Can Diagnose LD and/or ADHD. (2002) Retrieved from http://www.ldonline.org/article/6027/