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Strand E, Session 1: Technology-Based Teacher Planning and Collaboration Tools
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Teacher planning is a critical issue associated with the effective use of special education technology. This session will highlight ways in which teachers are using new planning and collaboration tools (e.g., Thinkfinity, Google for Educators, Yahoo! Teachers) to enhance learning. (11776)
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April 3, 2009 / 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
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4C-1
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Demonstration
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| Topic Area: |
Instructional Design and Strategies
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| Leaders: |
Dave Edyburn, University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee
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| Presenters: |
Jennifer Fritschi, Verizon Foundation, Washington, DC; Jaime Messinger-Willman, Washington State University, Pullman
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Strand E, Session 2: Technology Toolkits
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Research has documented that the creation of technology toolkits is an effective strategy for helping general and special education teachers utilize technology in the classroom. Particular emphasis will be placed on toolkits for teachers working with young children, and students with learning disabilities (reading, writing, and math). (11777)
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April 3, 2009 / 9:45 AM - 10:45 AM
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| Room Number: |
4C-1
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| Format: |
Demonstration
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| Topic Area: |
Instructional Design and Strategies
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| Leaders: |
Jim Gardner, University of Oklahoma, Norman
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| Presenters: |
Sharon Judge, Old Dominion University, Norfolk, VA; Kathleen Puckett, Arizona State University, Phoenix; Cheryl Wissick, University of South Carolina, Columbia
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Strand E, Session 3: Designing and Using Flexible Digital Media in the Classroom
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The provision of access to digital instructional materials was mandated in IDEA 2004. This session will explore research, practice, and policy issues associated with designing, converting, and using digital instructional materials. (11778)
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April 3, 2009 / 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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| Room Number: |
4C-1
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| Format: |
Demonstration
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| Topic Area: |
Instructional Design and Strategies
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| Leaders: |
Randy Boone, University of Nevada, Las Vegas
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| Presenters: |
Kyle Higgins, University of Nevada, Las Vegas; Joy Zabala, Center for Applied Special Technology, Wakefield, MA
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Strand E, Session 4: Exploring the Possibilities of Emerging Technologies
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The rate of innovation in the field of technology means that there is always something new to learn. This session will introduce a variety of new technologies with important classroom applications: 1-1 Laptop Initiatives, Second Life, and multiplayer games. (11779)
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| Date/Time: |
April 3, 2009 / 1:15 PM - 2:15 PM
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| Room Number: |
4C-1
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| Format: |
Demonstration
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| Topic Area: |
Instructional Design and Strategies
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| Leaders: |
Deb Newton, Southern Connecticut State University, New Haven
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David Davis, FDLRS Technology Coordinating Unit, Chipley, FL; Matthew Marino, Washington State University, Pullman; Betty Nelson, University of Alabama, Birmingham
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Strand E, Session 5: Accessible Curriculum for Students With Moderate and Severe Disabilities
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Students with moderate and severe disabilities often require assistive technology in order to access and manipulate the curriculum. This session will highlight innovative accessible curriculum materials. (11780)
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| Date/Time: |
April 3, 2009 / 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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| Room Number: |
4C-1
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| Format: |
Demonstration
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| Topic Area: |
Instructional Design and Strategies
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| Leaders: |
Kathy Howery, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada
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| Presenters: |
Suzanne Feit, Cambium Learning Technologies, Marina Del Rey, CA; Anne Meyer, AbleNet Inc., Roseville, MN; Kathy Stauger, News-2-You, Inc., Huron, OH
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Strand E, Session 6: Universal Design for Learning: Research and Practice
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Universal design for learning (UDL) is recognized as an important new paradigm for helping diverse students access and make progress in the general curriculum. This session will examine the latest efforts regarding UDL research and classroom practice. (11781)
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| Date/Time: |
April 3, 2009 / 3:45 PM - 4:45 PM
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| Room Number: |
4C-1
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| Format: |
Demonstration
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| Topic Area: |
Instructional Design and Strategies
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| Leaders: |
Tara Jeffs, East Carolina University, Greenville, NC
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| Presenters: |
Mallory Burton, SET-BC, British Columbia; Vicki Hershman, Promoting Acheivement Through Technology and Instruction for All Students, Indianapolis, IN; Jenna Wasson, Center for Applied Special Technology, Wakefield, MA
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