50 Ways to Create Accessible Literacy Experiences with Everyday Technologies (Virtual TechKnowledgy Conference)

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This will be presented by Judith Schoonover, MEd, OTR/L, ATP, FAOTA, and Sally Norton-Darr, MS, CCC-SLP, AT Specialists, Loudoun County Public Schools. Developing multi-modal materials to introduce or extend literacy experiences sets the stage for literacy success. Alternative ways to organize, display and arrange, interact and respond to information produce greater understanding of concepts. Musician Paul Simon proposed a 50-way relationship exit strategy. In this webinar, we propose a 50-way literacy ACCESS strategy. Scaffolds created or displayed with “everyday technologies” such as mobile technology, commonly used software, web-based tools, and classroom manipulatives provide a multitude of creative opportunities in which learners can thrive.

Assistive technology (AT) changes lives and offers educational solutions that can lead to academic success, increased independence, and greater self-confidence for students with disabilities. This VIRTUAL conference highlights evidence-based practices in AT, current trends, and practical AT strategies. It’s also a great way to learn new AT ideas from national presenters and your AT colleagues around Virginia.