Exploration

These online activities and resources are short and focused, providing essential information in user friendly formats. Some of these are information resources that are used in conjunction with other professional development activities.

Screenshot of Assistive Technology and the IEP Website

This site includes information and resources to assist educators, therapists, parents, and students in understanding how assistive technology can make a difference in a child's life.

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This site will guide you in exploring myths and truths around assistive technology.

Screenshot of IDEA & AT Spinner Game

This interactive "game" will quickly introduce you to some of the basics of AT.

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UDL Principles


Explore the three fundamental principles of Universal Design for Learning.

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ICEL and UDL Principles


This resource provides ideas and information on designing universal instruction in the domains of:

 

  • instruction
  • curriculum
  • environment
  • learner

 

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Adventures in Reading Comprehension


Strategies for developing reading comprehension in a multi-tiered system of supports.

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Understanding Dysgraphia


This interactive "game" will quickly introduce you to some of the basics of dysgraphia.

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Closing the Gap


This site provides several ideas on how to start reducing the academic performance gap often found with students with disabilities. 

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Math Tools for Students


For students (and teachers), this site provides resources that can be used to help complete math assignments and projects.

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AT in the Classroom


Resources and materials for the Assistive Technology in the Classroom training.

screenshot of module: closing the performance gap
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Science Tools for Students


Resources and Materials on Science tools for Students.

Game of Access

Resources and materials for the Game of Access training.

Below are tools that are useful when doing a presentation, face-to-face training, or online support and coaching.

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Classroom Screen


A selection of online tools that are free to use, including name selection, timers, drawing tools, and writing tools.

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Padlet


Easy way for a group to contribute information to a single online board; great for sharing in a meeting.

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Wheel Decide


Customize this spinning wheel and use it to make decisions, such as selecting a group to share out in a meeting.

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Poll Everywhere


Have a class or group respond live to a poll, with the results appearing in a PowerPoint presentation. Free for up to 40 responses per poll, K-12.

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Plickers


Free student response system that is card/paper based. The only person who needs a device is the teacher.


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Kahoot


Game based learning platform. Great for students and adults.

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