Integrating Instruction and AT in GED Classrooms Session T1302

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Integrating Instruction and AT in GED
ClassroomsSession T1302

• Patti White, M. Ed.
• Disabilities Project Manager, AALRC
• Klaus Neu, Dipl. Paed.
• Media Coordinator

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Developing a Process for Using Assistive
Technology

• Important Start with proven strategies,
  knowledge of how adults learn, and knowledge of
  adults with learning disabilities.
• Determine the best strategy for teaching a given
  skill.
• Determine the technologies that are possible.
• Choose the technologies that best fit the student
  profile and the strategy.

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Custom-fitting technology to students

• Include student in selection process.
• Start with diagnosis
• Strengths
• Difficulties
• Determine goals.
• Consider portability.
• Select compatible technologies.
• Promote independence

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Integrating Instruction with Assistive Technology
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Processing Sequencing
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Direct, Explicit Instruction

• Research-based strategy for adults with learning
  disabilities
• One-on-one
• Sequential
• Explain what youre doing and why

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StepPad
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www.attainmentcompany.com
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Inspiration
www.inspiration.com
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Pocket Charts
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Paraphrasing

• Another research-based strategy for teaching
  adults with learning disabilities
• Should accompany all direct instruction

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Voice-Recording Devices

• Step-Pad
• Handheld organizers
• Microsoft Word voice recorder
• Inspiration voice recorder

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FM System
699 (but check E-bay)
http//www.beyondhearingaids.com
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WhisperPhone
9.95
http//www.whisperphone.com
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AlphaSmart
Neo or Dana Wireless Sync with Palm
Organizers and PCs.
www.alphasmart.com
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Repetition

• Practice is important. Repetition is essential.
  Homework is GOOD.
• What assistive technology device might be used
  for homework drills?

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Digital Audio Products

• Now available from RFBD
• Instant access to any part of the book
• Better audio quality
• Convenient....usually one whole book on a CD
• www.rfbd.org

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Talking Scientific Calculator
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http//sun1.aph.org/products/orion.htm
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GED Accommodations
Form required to request GED accommodations for
learning disabilities
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Sample GED Accommodations(others may be
available upon request approval)

• Private setting for learning and testing, free
  from interruptions and distractions
• Extra time to complete tasks
• Note-takers
• Repeated instructions or directions
• Audio cassettes

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Sample GED Accommodations(continued)

• Large-print text or Braille text
• Readers
• Sign-language interpreters
• Assistive listening devices
• Talking calculator

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GED Interventions Allowed With NO Disability
Documentation

• use of large-print version of the test
• use of a straight-edge (no markings) or guide to
  facilitate the reading of the text
• use of colored overlays for reading
• request to sit near a window, away from
  fluorescent lights, etc. when possible
• use of graph paper for working out math problems

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GED Interventions Allowed With NO Disability
Documentation (continued)

• taking individual tests on different days (at the
  discretion of the center and available
  personnel)
• use of clear, transparent overlays with
  highlighter
• earplugs
• magnifying device and
• priority seating.

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Time Timer
25 and up
www.timetimer.com
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Maybe just a fan
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If you treat an individual as he is, he will stay
as he is. But if you treat him as if he were
what he ought to be and could be, he will become
what he ought to be and could be. - Goethe
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