Technology Archives - Brookes Publishing Co.
TPBA2: Can we do assessments via Zoom?
During the COVID-19 pandemic, schools, clinics, and centers are closed, but children still need to be identified for services. This discussion will focus on how to conduct a TPBA2 assessment using Zoom, Skype, or another video conference method. Read More
Literacy-Rich Preschool Environments for All Learners
When you design early literacy environments that meet the needs of children with disabilities, all children benefit. In today’s post, we’re sharing some simple ways to ensure literacy-rich preschool classrooms where books and print are accessible to every student. Read More
INFOGRAPHIC: 5 Low- or No-Tech AT Options for Your Students
This infographic gives you five examples of low-cost, low-tech options—from activity boards to laminated icon cards—for students who need help with their communication skills. Read More
Planning for full participation and learning in the inclusive class
As inclusive classrooms become the standard in education, how will you answer the call for classrooms and curricula that meet all students’ learning needs? Read More
Use of technology in teaching
This chapter discusses the use of technology in teaching students with dyslexia, dysgraphia, OWL LD, and dyscalculia. The use of computers in content area instruction, as well as the use of computers for accommodation and explicit instruction, is covered. Read More
Meeting the needs of learners with autism spectrum disorders
Read the excerpt and discover how universal design for learning (UDL)—an innovative framework for curriculum and instructional design—addresses the needs of learners with ASDs in classrooms. This chapter contains two instructional examples that apply UDL to the development of literacy skills and social and emotion understanding, areas that can be particularly challenging for learners with ASD. Read More
Early intervention and AAC
Read the excerpt and learn about the importance of early intervention for young children with autism spectrum disorders. This excerpt illustrates situations in which AACs should be used, as well as common misconceptions about ASDs and AAC. Read More
Classroom-basedtechnology tools
Read the excerpt and discover a variety of classroom-based tools that can be utilized to reduce and even eliminate educational barriers for students with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs). Read More
19 apps under five dollars for kids with autism
Read the eBooklet and discover a vareity of affordable apps beneficial to kids with autism. Categories include communication & language, organization & motivation, and routines & instructions. Read More
The role of technology for young children in the 21st century
Read the excerpt to discover how technologies can be a tool for learning in early childhood classrooms, barriers to technology use, how to move toward an understanding of instructional technology, types of readily available technology in a classroom setting, and outcomes of integrating technology. Read More