Word Prediction in Action: Teaching, Data Collection, and Classroom Strategies for Student Writing Success

Presenter(s)

Event Details

Topic:

accessibility & UDL

Format:

lecture

Subject Level:

n/a

Age Span:

kindergarten - grade 6
grades 7-12
adult

Target Audience:

AT specialist
autism specialist
consultant
deaf / hard of hearing
educator
family member / caregiver

K-12 administration
occupational therapist
paraprofessional
physical therapist
special educator

teacher of the visually impaired
university professor / personnel
vision impairment specialist

Professional Development Credits

IACET CEUs:

0.01

ACVREP CEs:

1

Presentation Length: 1 hour

Location:

Bloomington

Description:

You may have students using word prediction, but have they actually been taught how to use it before adding it to the IEP? We developed an easy yet systematic approach for teaching and implementing word prediction so students can use it effectively as a writing support. The session will include a step-by-step 1:1 lesson plan for introducing and integrating word prediction, and data collection strategies to measure effective use, and to compare writing tools. A group lesson for teaching word prediction to an entire class will also be shared. Attendees will leave with a ready-to-use word prediction implementation guide.

Learning Outcomes:

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

• Participants will be able to utilize a scaffolded process for teaching word prediction to students.

• Participants will develop plans for integrating word prediction into everyday writing activities, increasing student independence, confidence, and writing efficiency.

• Participants will learn how to collect and analyze data to measure the effectiveness of word prediction for individual students and compare its impact with other writing supports.

Disclosures:

Kelly is employed by Barrington 220

Erin is employed by Glenview School District 34.