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Why My Transition Presentation?
High school students will learn what college is really about. The laws change, IDEA v. ADA, and so do the supports. Know what to expect in college with regards to your academic accommodations. Learn what classes you should be taking in high school to best prepare for postsecondary institutions.Gina Carson, Education Coach
I have seen the need for students, primarily high school students transitioning, but could be as young as elementary age, to be "coached" in what classes to take in order to best prepare for after graduation. We need to remember we are all entitled to a Free and Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) and we should make the most of it. This may mean you need my services to analyze your secondary path. Although students have disabilities, we still want them to be challenged at school, and to receive the most rigorous education available. This means taking 4 years of math in high school, and cutting out study hall for an additional academic class. For a nominal fee, I will meet with you and analyze your situation and give you a plan of action.Hire Me
I can provide your institution with high-quality professional development sessions to move your faculty and staff from the traditional teacher centered instructional approach to today’s technology-based learning environments. As NJ’s premiere Instructional Technology Consultant for online and blended/hybrid class usability, your faculty and staff will walk away with a wealth of knowledge and concrete strategies for implementing technology into their workday immediately.Why my PD worskshop?
I am available to educate faculty and staff on accessibility concerns including information about Section 508 requirements for web page content. Instructors will leave my workshop with UD action steps they can immediately implement in any classroom. Instructors will learn how to create course documents that are accessible to all students.
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Start a Good Habit with Assistance from Technology
I started forging a new habit today! Thanks to my pal Keith for the HabitForge.com introduction a few days ago. The free version allows for one new habit per day, so make a list and get forging… Exercise more. Eat … Continue reading
Free Smartphone Apps That Educate, Support Veterans with PTSD and TBI
BrainLine, a national multimedia project offering information and resources about preventing, treating, and living with traumatic brain injury (TBI), recently showcased six free smartphone applicationscreated for veterans with disabilities and their families. The applications address issues ranging from stress and … Continue reading
MyStudyBar Benefits All Students AT=UD
Easy, free tech tool that benefits all learners… AT=UD MyStudyBar is a tool which helps overcome problems that students commonly experience with studying, reading and writing. The tool consists of a set of portable open source and freeware applications, assembled … Continue reading
Microsoft Mathematics 4.0 FREE download
Microsoft Mathematics 4.0 FREE download It has a step-by-step equation solver, graphing calculator, formulas and equations library, triangle solver, and a unit conversion tool.
AT TIP: Use MsgMe.at for Simple Email Reminders
Lacking executive functions, or just sometimes forgetful? Take advantage of this simple, free service MsgMe.at to set up email reminders to better organize your life. College students need to better utilize assistive technologies like this. Simplify life. Use Google Chrome … Continue reading
Post-Secondary Disabilities Group for Students
This is a great online resource for SWD across the country. For any young person to be a successful student, they must really be involved in their education in order to get the most out of it. This type of … Continue reading
10 Ways to Use Evernote to Study Smarter, Not Harder
10 Evernote Tips For School 10 Great Ways Students Can Use Evernote to Study Smarter, Not Harder.
Website Accessibility and Usability
Website Tips: There are lots of bright ideas out there. These will make your website better and your job easier. Just because a website meets the “requirements”, doesn’t mean it is truly accessible. Free Assistive Software ITTATC maintained a list … Continue reading
Free Online Course: How to Accommodate College Students with Disabilities
Wonderful resource for post-secondary instructors. The ASD Project: Accommodating Students with Disabilities This online course covers fundamentals of: * disability law * the accommodation process * working with students who have disabilities * universal design These materials have been developed … Continue reading
LowBrowse™ Free Screen Magnifier
Browsing the Internet for the Visually Impaired LowBrowse™ is a new way for those with low vision to access web documents, embodied in a Firefox extension. You’ll need to know the basics of Firefox use to use LowBrowse™ most effectively, … Continue reading
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