Research supports the idea that images connect directly to long-term memory. Images are different from text in that they can communicate “lateral thinking, objectivity and global context”. Acquiring new knowledge is difficult for most learners because they go about it the wrong way. Many of our learners will try to memorize difficult concepts from textbooks. However, our brain isn’t geared
Friday, 28 May 2010
Pictures to Support Learning
Posted on 08:13 by Unknown
Research supports the idea that images connect directly to long-term memory. Images are different from text in that they can communicate “lateral thinking, objectivity and global context”. Acquiring new knowledge is difficult for most learners because they go about it the wrong way. Many of our learners will try to memorize difficult concepts from textbooks. However, our brain isn’t geared
Monday, 26 April 2010
MyStudyBar
Posted on 11:10 by Unknown
MyStudyBar is free to download and is designed to help overcome problems that students commonly experience with studying, reading and writing. MyStudyBar is similar to popular commercial programs which use a floating toolbar to support literacy.It helps to alleviate problems with organization, reading and writing. The toolbar consists of programs assembled into one convenient and
Wednesday, 14 April 2010
AAC Resources
Posted on 08:14 by Unknown
The above graphic is from AAC TechConnect.
When working with students who are using any form of Alternative Augmentative Communication (AAC), it is important to teach several components when using a device. These may be good areas to focus on when writing an IEP:
How to operate the device and take care of it as independently as possible
How to communicate with it, (Eyes, Ears,
Tuesday, 16 February 2010
Writing to Demonstrate Knowledge - Alternative Supports for
Posted on 08:33 by Unknown
A writing-to- demonstrate- knowledge assignment is one that teachers employ when they assign reports, essays, persuasive writing letters and papers, and research papers.
When writing to demonstrate knowledge, students show what they have learned by synthesizing information and explaining their understanding of concepts and ideas. Students write for an audience with a specific purpose. But
Sunday, 14 February 2010
iDevices, Disabilities and Good Things to Know
Posted on 19:56 by Unknown
Apple is really understanding how much of a role they are playing in our world. It is exciting!! What a great time we live in.
Apple Lineup To
Become More Disability Friendly
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