Monday, February 10, 2014

Blog #3 and Entry #2: Assistive Technology: Enhanced Learning for All


Summary:

This article discusses the use of assistive technology in the classroom. There are various forms of technology that can assist students who struggle in various areas. These struggles could be due to learning disabilities, speech disabilities, or literacy disabilities. Students may also struggle if taught in a style that they don’t tend to learn successfully from. Technology is used for projects, classroom activities, practice drills, and many other things. The assistive technology is available to students with disabilities to make participation in these activities easier.

Reflection:

Each student in a classroom is very different from his/her peers. It is vital that I work hand-in-hand with parents to assess areas where struggle is present. Perhaps, a change in teaching style will do the trick. However, if there is a learning disability that hinders the student’s academic success than I will be responsible for providing that child with the means necessary to achieve his/her academic goals. Assistive technology is a great tool to use in helping students overcome difficulties in learning.

Entry: (10th grade ELAR)

It is my desire to provide your child with the necessary tools to be academically successful. Our school provides many various forms of assistive technology devices that can be extremely beneficial to a child struggling with a learning disability. These tools are designed to help participation in classroom activities become easier for the child. These tools do not hinder learning. In fact, assistive technology promotes learning. The child is no longer feeling frustrated in himself/herself and is able to successfully participate in all activities the other students in the class will also be participating in.

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