Reading Reimagined: Making Literacy Fun for Everyone

Presenter(s)

Event Details

Topic:

instruction, literacy & inclusion

Subject Level:

beginner

Age Span:

preschool
kindergarten - grade 6
grades 7-12

Target Audience:

AT specialist
autism specialist

educator
family member / caregiver

occupational therapist
paraprofessional

special educator
speech language pathologist
teacher of the visually impaired

Professional Development Credits

IACET CEUs:

.3 CEUs

ACVREP CEs:

2.5 CEs

Presentation Length: 2hrs 30mins

Location:

Verandas 2, 4

Description:

Get ready to revolutionize literacy in your classroom! Reading and listening are vital for literacy development, and technology is here to transform the experience. Join us as we explore how educational tech, assistive technology, and UDL strategies empower students of all abilities to engage with reading like never before! Whether it’s a single-switch user or someone needing extra support with comprehension, we’ll showcase resources that make literacy accessible and enjoyable for everyone. Discover how technology can ignite a passion for reading and help students build valuable background knowledge. Bring your curiosity and devices to uncover exciting ways to support independent reading and listening. Let’s dive into the vibrant world of tech-supported literacy and unlock the joy of reading together!

Learning Outcomes:

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

• Assess at least three websites, technology, and/or strategies for accessing literacy activities that can address the individual physical, cognitive, and academic needs of their students.

• Differentiate between assistive technology tools, educational technology tools and universal design for learning (UDL) strategies to determine the optimal supports for their students.

• Compare 3 assistive technology tools for accessing literacy activities.

Disclosures:

salary from employmnt
salary from employment