The Special Education Technology Center at Central Washington University is hosting three great professional development opportunities:
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Designing for Equity in Remote Learning through a UDL and Accessibility Lens
August 19, 2020 – 2:00-4:00pm
Objectives:
- Discuss three key principles of Universal Design for Learning concerning Online/Remote Learning
- Be able to name at least two accessibility considerations when selecting and/or designing the digital curriculum.
- Learn about tools to assist with needs assessment and decision making around access to online learning
- Target two resources to share with their district or agency in support of student engagement and accessibility
Cost: $25 per district
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Conversations around Remote Learning, Accessible Technology, & Meeting the Needs of ALL Students
August 20, 2020 – 2:00-4:00pm
Objectives:
- Provide resources on accessibility solutions for online learning
- Generate solutions to accessibility challenges for students with learning disabilities to access curriculum, including attention and organizational issues
- Share resources for supporting inclusion of all students in online learning.
- Discuss and generate supports for staff, students, and parents for success in online learning
- Share resources for supporting inclusion of all students in online learning.
No Cost
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Believe in Assistive Technology: Strategies for Children with Significant Disabilities Across ALL Learning Environments
SETC Fall Conference
September 25, 2020
Objectives:
- Consider meaningful ways to connect with parents and caregivers for effective online service delivery model
- Understand key issues around access methods, including how movement and positioning can improve engagement in learning for students with complex bodies
- Learn five Augmentative and Alternative Communication options, including low tech, light tech, cost-conscience tech, AAC apps, and high-tech options.
- Experience implementation strategies for expanding language and increasing literacy skills for in-person or online service delivery models.
- Observe demonstrations of online AAC therapy strategies for students with visual impairments.
- Investigate free and cheap AT and Online resources to meet student needs.
Cost: $45 per person