Develop a Coaching Mindset to Improve Your AT Implementation

Presenter(s)

Event Details

Topic:

instruction, literacy & inclusion

Format:

networking session / discussion

Subject Level:

advanced

Age Span:

kindergarten - grade 6
grades 7-12

Target Audience:

AT specialist

Professional Development Credits

IACET CEUs:

.3 CEUs

ACVREP CEs:

2.5 CEs

Presentation Length: 2hrs 30mins

Location:

Plaza 6

Description:

This presentation will highlight the crucial role of assistive technology (AT) in enhancing the lives of students with disabilities by promoting access, independence, and engagement. While we recognize the positive impact of AT, one persistent barrier continues to be the implementation and support required beyond the AT specialist for AT to truly be effective. This session will discuss how adopting a coaching mindset fosters collaboration, trust, and capacity-building to enable educators to integrate AT more effectively in the classroom. By combining coaching with expert guidance, AT professionals can address challenges, enhance teacher confidence, and ensure sustainable AT implementation.

Learning Outcomes:

As a result of this activity, participants will be able to:

• Analyze a minimum of 3 AT misconceptions and barriers to gain a greater understanding of the implementation of AT process

• Differentiate across 3 strategies (consultation, collaboration, and coaching) in order to determine which approach to utilize

• Practice 2 coaching conversation techniques to build educator confidence and increase shared responsibility regarding AT implementation

Disclosures:

Janet is employed by Infinitec.
Melynda is employed by Infinitec.
Shonda is employed by Infinitec.