The A.T.TIPSCAST: Recent Episodes
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The A.T.TIPScast: Assistive Technology Tools In Public Schools is a podcast about using technology to help students meet their educational goals. Each episode features at least one “A.T.TIP” that can be used to provide more options for students.
Episode #155 features a recording of a conversation between Chris and his wife Melissa which takes place during a baby sitting session. The episode explores early language development and describes the strategy of Aided Language Stimulation (ALgS) necessary for teaching language to a user of augmentative/alternative communication. http://attipscast.com
Episode #154 features a discussion on the concept of using motor plans and motor memory to become automatic at using an AAC device. A.T.TIPS in this Episode - A.T.TIP #486: Plan for motor memory right from the onset of device implementation. A.T.TIP #487: Don't mess with the motor plan once established. Attribution Notification - Portions of the following musical tracks were used in this episode: https://www.freesound.org/people/Lemoncreme/sounds/186942/ https://www.freesound.org/people/ValentinSosnitskiy/sounds/218799/ https://www.freesound.org/people/ValentinSosnitskiy/sounds/234354/ https://www.freesound.org/people/ValentinSosnitskiy/sounds/218800/ This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp, provider of the award-winning Read&Write software solutions. http://texthelp.com
Episode #153 features a discussion on which vocabulary to target when teaching language to a student who uses an augmentative/alternative communication device. This is the episode for 2016 Better Hearing and Speech Month. This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp, provider of the award-winning Read&Write software solutions. http://texthelp.com
Episode #152 is a discussion on how to teach language by breaking it down into component parts and structuring lessons around language concepts. http://attipscast.com This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp, provider of the award-winning Read&Write software solutions. Click on the banner above to learn about the amazing Read&Write products. http://texthelp.com
A discussion of the philosophy of Spontaneous Novel Utterance Generation (SNUG) and what the term ''Presuming Competence'' means in relation to teaching language to users of augmentative/alternative communication. This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp, provider of the award-winning Read&Write software solutions. Click on the banner above to learn about the amazing Read&Write products. http://texthelp.com
Episode #150 is a review of the film Star Wars: The Force Awakens from an educational perspective. This episode is sponsored by http://texthelp.com
Episode Overview - Episode #149 explores the idea that the cultural perception of school is a miserable experience that people need to trudge through rather than actively enjoy and suggests ways to change that perception. A.T.TIPS in this Episode - A.T.TIP #476: The C.U.R.R.E acronym (Curiosity, Uniqueness, Risk-Taking, Real World, and Enjoyment) This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp, provider of the award-winning Read&Write software solutions. http://texthelp.com
Episode #147 features an interview with Marjee Chmiel, the Associate Director of Curriculum and Communications for Smithsonian Institution, to discuss the launch of Good Thinking! The Science of Teaching Science -- a free, engaging and entertaining new web series designed to support science educators which addresses the need for accessible professional development tools that help teachers break down barriers to understanding scientific principles and increase their classroom skills. A first-of-its-kind series, Good Thinking! comprises short, animated videos that explore pedagogical ideas across a range of subject-matter topics like energy, cells, and gravity as well as cognitive research findings on topics like student motivation or the myth of left- and right-brained people. Good Thinking! shines a light on the classroom and pedagogical challenges teachers face, and provides solid, science-based ideas that keep their teaching on track. The series enhances K-8 science education and deepens understanding of STEM topics, for teachers and students alike. Melissa Bugaj, a special education teacher who team teaches in a Conceptual Physics class also participates as a special guest host. This episode is sponsored by the book, The Practical (and Fun) Guide to Assistive Technology in Public Schools).
Episode #146 features more answers to questions from listeners who have written e-mails over the past few years. There are a few more movie quotes thrown in for fun. Can you name the movies? Please support the sponsors http://texthelp.com and http://easygradeapp.com
Episode #145 features answers to questions from listeners who have written e-mails over the past few years. There are few movie quotes thrown in. Can you name the movies? http://attipscast.com This episode is sponsored by http://texthelp.com and http://easygradeapp.com.
Episode #144 features a description of three tools useful for supporting reading by minimizing distractions, providing statistics, and helping to decrease the complexity of difficult vocabulary within bodies of text.
Episode #143 features a description of different engaging tools and strategies used by a 9 year old in fourth grade to complete monthly book study projects. Each month the student was assigned a genre of book to read. After reading the book the student was asked to complete a worksheet of questions, some form of graphic organizer, and then create their own artifact demonstrating that they understood the book. This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp, provider of the award-winning Read&Write software solutions. http://attipscast.com
Episode #142 features a discussion of different ways educators can support the writing abilities of students by crafting authentic writing opportunities. This episode is sponsored by http://texthelp.com. http://attipscast.com
Episode #141 features a discussion of how collection and analysis of student data can be simplified and streamlined using Google Forms. This episode is sponsored by http://texthelp.com. http://attipscast.com
Episode #140 is a Christmas present from Chris's wife, Melissa, not only to Chris, but to all of you! Melissa surprised Chris with a recording of her describing a tool she uses in her high school reading class http://newsela.com. This episode is sponsored by http://texthelp.com
Episode #139 features three song parodies from The Nightmare Before Christmas. My apologies to Tim Burton and Danny Elfman. As you listen, please keep in mind that I've never had one singing lesson, ever. Sing along with the lyrics at http://attipscast.com This episode is sponsored by http://texthelp.com
Episode #138 features a recording of a Google Hangout on the concept of Universal Design for Learning. Derek Kaufman, a Google certified educator in Northern Virginia invited me to say a few words describing Universal Design for Learning. To our surprise, two leaders in the field of assistive technology and Universal Design for Learning showed up to participate in the discussion! Luis Perez and Marvin Williams added their own insights and experiences to help explain why developing curriculum and lesson plans using a Universal Design for Learning approach is necessary in contemporary education. This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp, provider of the award-winning Read&Write software solutions. Click on the banner above to learn about the amazing Read&Write products. http://texthelp.com http:/attipscast.com
Episode #137 is sponsored by Texthelp. This episode features a recording of a Google Hangout interview with Jason Carroll, the Global Product Manager at Texthelp.com. We discuss the features of the popular Read&Write literacy support software for students who are struggling with reading and writing including an analysis of how to implement some of the most popular and well-utilized features. Features like text-to-speech, word prediction, highlighting, highlight collection, voice notes, picture dictionary, and vocabulary list maker are all discussed. http://attipscast.com
Episode #136 features a description and tutorial for the free game Spirit Animals by Scholastic. http://attipscast.com This episode is sponsored by http://texthelp.com
Someone takes their love of educational strategies one step too far. Solving these problems is going to be murder. Don't answer the phone. This is the 2014 A.T.TIPSCAST Halloween episode. http://attipscast.com This episode is sponsored by http://texthelp.com.
Episode #134 questions the usage of the phrase ''able to'' when reporting on the abilities of students. This is the Season 8 premiere. http://attipscast.com This episode is sponsored by http://texthelp.com
Episode #133 features the third in a series of episodes which share stories of how educators supported the needs and preferences of students by selecting accessible instructional materials. This episode focuses on purchasing materials that are accessible so one doesn't have to modify materials after implementation. This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp, provider of the award-winning Read&Write software solutions. Use promotion code ATTIPS14SAVE20 to get 20% off online orders of Read&Write! Cannot be combined with other offers. Offer expires June 30, 2014. http://attipscast.com
Episode #132 features the audio from a Google Hangout held with Lindsey Hill from Evanced Solutions discussing their free application, Wandoo Planet the world's first kid-powered interest genome project. Students make selections based on their interests to discover associated media suggestions (books, movies, etc.). Lindsey also describes activities students might encounter when they are visited by the Banish Boredom library tour. This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp, provider of the award-winning Read&Write software solutions. Click on the banner below to learn about the amazing Read&Write products. Banner ad to get 20% an online order of Read & Write Gold from Texthelp.com Use promotion code ATTIPS14SAVE20 to get 20% off online orders of Read&Write! Cannot be combined with other offers. Offer expires June 30, 2014.
Episode #131 features the second in a series of episodes which share stories of how educators supported the needs and preferences of students by selecting instructional materials that were provided in a digital format. This episode references materials based on a question from an educator working at the secondar level. This episode is sponsored by http://texthelp.com, provider of the award-winning Read&Write software solutions. Use promotion code ATTIPS14SAVE20 to get 20% off online orders of Read&Write.
Episode #130 features the first in a series of episodes which share stories of how educators supported the needs and preferences of students by selecting instructional materials that were accessible. This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp, provider of the award-winning Read&Write software solutions. Click on the banner below to learn about the amazing Read&Write products. Banner ad to get 20% an online order of Read & Write Gold from Texthelp.com Use promotion code ATTIPS14SAVE20 to get 20% off online orders of Read&Write! Cannot be combined with other offers. Offer expires June 30, 2014. http://bit.ly/attips14save20
Episode #129 features a reading of the blog post which outlines challenges with the current definition of an assistive technology device and proposes a new way to define the term. This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp, provider of the award-winning Read&Write software solutions. Click below to learn about the amazing Read&Write products. Texthelp ad that links to http://www.texthelp.com/north-america/campaigns/attips Use promotion code ATTIPS14SAVE10 to get 10% off online orders of Read&Write! Cannot be combined with other offers. Offer expires March 31, 2014. http://attipscast.com
Episode #128 features a reading of Chris' automatic email reply message while he is away at the Assistive Technology Industry Association conference which features app review resources and strategies for teaching reading of multisyllabic words. This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp, provider of the award-winning Read&Write software solutions. Click on the banner below to learn about the amazing Read&Write products. Texthelp ad that links to http://www.texthelp.com/north-america/campaigns/attips Use promotion code ATTIPS14SAVE10 to get 10% off online orders of Read&Write! Cannot be combined with other offers. Offer expires March 31, 2014. http://attipscast.com
Episode #127 features a discussion of the benefits of inviting secondary students to listen to audio fiction. This episode features a bumper from David Jackson from Lafayette, Indiana. This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp, provider of the award-winning Read&Write software solutions. http://texthelp.com Use promotion code ATTIPS14SAVE10 to get 10% off online orders of Read&Write! Cannot be combined with other offers. Offer expires March 31, 2014.
Episode #126 features a recording of the first draft of the ''Classroom-based Technology Tools'' chapter for the book Technology Tools for Students with Autism published by Brooke's publishing. The chapter was authored by Christopher Bugaj, Melissa Hartman, and Mark Nichols. When the chapter was first drafted, it was written as a story following a fictional student with Autism named Mike through his day describing the tools he and his classmates used to accomplish different tasks. Unfortunately, when the chapter was pieced together with the other chapters in the book it just didn't seem to flow properly. The chapter was re-written to follow a more traditional, essay-like approach. This episode features a reading of the original chapter. In this episode we hear about Mike's afternoon following lunch which starts with a sensory break followed by math, recess, science, and concluding with packing up for the day. http://attipscast.com This episode is sponsored by http://texthelp.com
Episode #125 features a recording of the first draft of the ''Classroom-based Technology Tools'' chapter for the book Technology Tools for Students with Autism published by Brooke's publishing. The chapter was authored by Christopher Bugaj, Melissa Hartman, and Mark Nichols. When the chapter was first drafted, it was written as a story following a fictional student with Autism named Mike through his day describing the tools he and his classmates used to accomplish different tasks. Unfortunately, when the chapter was pieced together with the other chapters in the book it just didn't seem to flow properly. The chapter was re-written to follow a more traditional, essay-like approach. This episode features a reading of the original chapter, which the authors believe still has its merits as a useful way to help people learn about different ways to implement technology in the contemporary classroom for students with Autism. In this episode we hear about Mike starting his day on the bus to school, completing his morning work, participating at the writing station, going to art, and then transitioning to lunch. This episode is hosted by two of the co-authors of the chapter, Melissa Hartman and Mark Nichols. http://attipscast.com This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp, provider of the award-winning Read&Write software solutions. http://texthelp.com
Episode #124 features a recording of the events that transpired when Chris and his wife, Melissa, went on a romantic, rustic retreat only to discover an iPad in an abandoned cabin in the woods. This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp, provider of the award-winning Read&Write software solutions. http://texthelp.com http://attipscast.com
Episode #123 features a recording of a statement by the spokesman for N.O.T.S.I.C.K., the faux National Organization for Training and School Improvement in Classrooms for Kids, pertaining to the outbreak of the PD2.0 virus. A text version of this statement including additional visuals can be read at the Microsoft Partners in Learning Hot Topics Accessibility blog.This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp, provider of the award-winning Read&Write software solutions. http://texthelp.com http://attipscast.com
Episode #122 features an original short story written for the Closing The Gap Solutions publication about a frustrated assistive technology specialist who is ready to throw in the towel and look for a new career due to the number of reports she is writing. During a serendipitous meeting she finds two colleagues who offer suggestions as to how she might solve her problem. A big thanks to Melissa Bugaj for narrating the story. If you prefer to read the text version of the article complete with illustrated comics you can subscribe to Closing The Gap Solutions. http://attipscast.com This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp, provider of the award-winning Read&Write software solutions. http://texthelp.com
Episode #122, the first episode of Season 7, features an article written for the Assistive Technology Industry Association's (ATIA) newsletter about the implementation of digital games to target educational goals. A big thanks to my wife, Melissa Bugaj, for narrating the article. http://attipscast.com This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp, provider of the award-winning Read&Write software solutions. http://texthelp.com
This episode features a discussion of different tools and strategies that can be used to review and reinforce vocabulary acquistion skills. This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp, provider of the award-winning literacy solution Read&Write GOLD. Use promotion code ATTIPS13SAVE10 to get 10% off online orders of Read&Write GOLD! http://bit.ly/attips13save10 Cannot be combined with other offers. Offer expires July 31, 2013. http://attipscast.com
Episode #119 features a review, including spoilers (you have been warned), of the new Superman movie, Man of Steel, and how it relates to contemporary assistive technology and educational practices. Special thanks to Carrie Baughcum from the blog, Hold On To Your Chair, for creating the super picture at the top of the blog post! http://attipscast.com This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp, provider of the award-winning literacy solution Read&Write GOLD. Use promotion code ATTIPS13SAVE10 to get 10% off online orders of Read&Write GOLD! Cannot be combined with other offers. Offer expires July 31, 2013. http://bit.ly/attips13save10
Episode #118 features an interview with Michael Milliman, a 2012 Teacher of Merit from Amherst, New York at Smallwood Drive Elementary, who describes his implementation of Edmodo.com with his fifth grade classroom. http://attipscast.com This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp, provider of the award-winning literacy solution Read&Write GOLD. http://texthelp.com
Episode #117 features an interview with Keith Hicks, technology resource teacher at Woodgrove High School in Purcellville, Virginia who describes Scratch a free website created by MIT where you can program your own interactive stories, games, and animations. http://attipscast.com This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp, provider of the award-winning literacy solution Read&Write GOLD. http://texthelp.com
Episode #116 features a description of how and why to use core vocabulary (high frequency words) as the basis for an augmentative/alternative communication system. The entire episode was generated using only ''Frequently Occurring Home and School Words'' from the list generated in the article ''Vocabulary-Use Patterns in Preschool Children: Effects of Context and Time Sampling'' by Christine A. Marvin, David R. Beukelman, and Denise Bilyeu published in Augmentative and Alternative Communication, Volume 10 in December, 1994. The episode demonstrates that using only high frequency words users can still elicit complex, generative language. You might find it beneficial to listen to the episode twice or to read along as you listen to the episode. TRANSCRIPT: http://bit.ly/howtohelpsaythingstranscript This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp, provider of the award-winning literacy solution Read&Write GOLD. http://bit.ly/attips13save10
Episode #115 features a review of a few resources and strategies useful for learning, practicing, and reinforcing vocabulary. This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp, provider of the award-winning literacy solution Read&Write GOLD. Use promotion code ATTIPS13SAVE10 to get 10% off online orders of Read&Write GOLD! Cannot be combined with other offers. Offer expires May 31, 2013.
Episode #114 features a reading of the extended version of an article written for the Assistive Technology Industry Association's April Newsletter. The article describes a effective professional development practices useful for any institution. http://attipscast.com This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp, provider of the award-winning literacy solution Read&Write GOLD. Use promotion code ATTIPS13SAVE10 to get 10% off online orders of Read&Write GOLD! Cannot be combined with other offers. Offer expires May 31, 2013. http://bit.ly/attips13save10
Episode #113 features a description of the implementation of the free screen mirroring tool http://screenleap.com This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp, provider of the award-winning literacy solution Read&Write GOLD. To learn about Read&Write Gold and their suite of web apps click on the banner below! Use promotion code ATTIPS13SAVE10 to get 10% off online orders of Read&Write GOLD! Cannot be combined with other offers. Offer expires May 31, 2013. http://bit.ly/attips13save10 http://attipscast.com
Episode #112 features the second half of the recording of a live presentation by Christopher and Melissa Bugaj at the 2012 Virginia Society for Technology in Education Conference about commonly recommended, evidence-based reading solutions. Access the entire presentation from http://bit.ly/vste12literacy. This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp, provider of the award-winning literacy solution Read&Write GOLD. Use promotion code ATTIPS13SAVE10 to get 10% off online orders of Read&Write GOLD! Cannot be combined with other offers. Offer expires May 31, 2013. http://bit.ly/attips13save10 http://attipscast.com
This episode features a recording of a live presentation by Christopher and Melissa Bugaj at the 2012 Virginia Society for Technology in Education Conference about commonly recommended, evidence-based reading solutions. http://attipscast.com This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp, provider of the award-winning literacy solution Read&Write GOLD. Use promotion code ATTIPS13SAVE10 to get 10% off online orders of Read&Write GOLD! Cannot be combined with other offers. Offer expires May 31, 2013. http://bit.ly/attips13save10
Episode #110 features a discussion about coming together to create a centralized repository of resource slides from which people can draw upon to create their own Strategy-A-Day Calendar. http://attipscast.com This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp Systems, provider of award-winning literacy solutions including Read&Write GOLD and Fluency Tutor. To learn about these products and their suite of web apps click on the banner below! Use promotion code ATTIPS13SAVE10 to get 10% off online orders of Read&Write GOLD! Cannot be combined with other offers. Offer expires May 31, 2013. http://bit.ly/attips13save10
Episode #109 features a discussion of the approach to augmentative / alternative communication known as Language Acquisition through Motor Planning (LAMP).
Episode #108 features my 4 year old daughter taking listeners on a tour of her pre-kindergarten program describing aspects of stations including the Discovery Area, the Music Area, the Dramatic Play Area, the Puzzle Area, the Building Center, the Sensory Table, and the Book Corner. http://attipscast.com
Episode #107 features a brief discussion of the tools and uses of Read & Write for Google Docs in the Chrome browser created by Texthelp. http://attipscast.com
Episode #107 features a brief discussion of the tools and uses of Read & Write for Google Docs in the Chrome browser created by Texthelp. http://attipscast.com
Episode #106 features a brief discussion of a number of assistive technology tools Chris is thankful to have access to use for himself, to share with educators, and the can be used with students. http://attipscast.com
Episode #105 features a brief discussion about what to look for when evaluating storybook apps and an example of a quality storybook app. It also announces the first e-book from Night Light Stories. http://attipscast.com http://nightlightstories.net
This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST features a recording of the events that transpired in the attic of the Bugaj household on a stormy night in October 2012 which involves electricity, a tablet computer, some spare parts, and (of course) some strategies that can help students. http://attipscast.com
This episodes describes ATEval2Go an iPad app designed to help professionals conduct assistive technology consultations and evaluations. http://bit.ly/ateval2go http://attipscast.com
Episode #102 of the A.T.TIPSCAST features a brief discussion of technical and practical uses of the digital storytelling site http://Britely.com. Miss Mel (Chris's wife) stars in a guest segment where she describes the uses and benefits of http://Britely.com. More information at http://attipscast.com
Episode #101 of the A.T.TIPSCAST features a brief discussion about what comes next in one's personal quest to learn more about the implementation of the Universal Design for Learning framework. http://attipscast.com
Episode #100 of the A.T.TIPSCAST features an audio version of all of the Assistive Technology Movie reviews done so far, previously only available as blog-only posts. These include all of the following: Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol Moneyball The Hunger Games The Avengers This episode also features a bumper from Dr. Joy Zabala, the director of technical assistance at the Center for Applied Special Technologies and the National Center on Accessible Instructional Materials who invites you to check out all the resources at http://aim.cast.org and let's you know you are listening to the A.T.TIPSCAST! http://attipscast.com
Episode #99 features a brief discussion of how digital literacy skills and appropriate technology practices can be ingrained into the habits of young students by introducing them to fictional stories at an early age. The episode also includes an interview and review by a rising second grader who read each of the books. This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is supported by the International Society for Technology in Education who is the publisher of the Piano & Laylee Learning Adventures series. http://bit.ly/pianoandlaylee
Episode #98 features a discussion of how literacy skills can be improved by simply turning on the captions while watching television and other videos. This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp Systems, provider of award-winning literacy solutions including Read&Write GOLD and Fluency Tutor. To learn about these products and their new suite of web apps go to http://texthelp.com. More at http://attipscast.com
Episode #97 features an interview with Becky Switalski, the National Buddy Walk Director for the National Down Syndrome Society, who shares some history, insights, and awesome experiences from annual Buddy Walk events.
Episode #96 defines and examines the benefits of a language-based curriculum and discusses strategies for how teachers can implement this approach into their classrooms. http://attipscast.com This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp Systems, provider of award-winning literacy solutions including Read&Write GOLD and Fluency Tutor. To learn about these products and their new suite of web apps go to http://www.texthelp.com.
Episode #95 features a discussion of implementation strategies and tools for accessing technology using switches. This episode also features a bumper from Kirk Behnke, from the Texas Assistive Technology Network, who offers an invitation to the statewide assistive technology conference coming up in June. http://attipscast.com. This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp Systems, provider of award-winning literacy solutions including Read&Write GOLD and Fluency Tutor. To learn about these products and their new suite of web apps go to http://texthelp.com.
Episode #94 features a recording of a live event from the Loudoun County Public School's ActivLoudounPlus conference. Kevin Hale, an Algebra teacher at Loudoun County High School, explains how an accommodation outlined in one student's IEP blossomed into a strategy accessible to any student. This episode also features a bumper from Cheryl Wooline, an assistive technology coordinator from Florida. Cheryl encourages everyone to share the A.T.TIPSCAST with other teachers! http://attipscast.com This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp Systems, provider of award-winning literacy solutions including Read&Write GOLD and Fluency Tutor. To learn about these products and their new suite of web apps go to http://texthelp.com
Episode #93 features a discussion of how the Traitr feature of Toondoo.com can be used to help students working on social - emotional goals. This episode also features a bumper from Marsye Kaplan, the Assistive Technology Team Leader for Baltimore County Public Schools. This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by the book The Practical (and Fun) Guide to Assistive Technology in Public Schools. Learn more at http://iste.org/chewat. http://attipscast.com
Episode #92 features a number of easy-t0-implement strategies to help students learn to be better spellers and to correct spelling errors. This episode also features a bumper from Dr. Denise DeCoste from Montgomery County Maryland encouraging everyone to check out the UDL Resources created by the HIAT team from Montgomery County Public Schools. http://bit.ly/udlhiat This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp Systems, provider of award-winning literacy solutions including Read&Write GOLD and Fluency Tutor. To learn about these products and their new suite of web apps go to http://texthelp.com.
Episode #91 features e-mails, tweets, Facebook comments and other correspondence from listeners. This episode also features a bumper from Mona Pruett, from the Virginia Department of Education's Training and Technical Assistance Center, telling everyone about the assistive technology blog at http://assistivetechnology.vcu.edu. This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by the book The Practical (and Fun) Guide to Assistive Technology in Public Schools. Learn more at http://iste.org/chewat.
Episode #90 features a discussion of tools that can be used to summarize text. This episode also features a bumper from Sharon Jones, from the Virginia Department of Education's Training and Technical Assistance Center, telling everyone about the assistive technology consideration and assessment resources over at http://ttaconline.org/atsdp This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp Systems, provider of award-winning literacy solutions including Read&Write GOLD and Fluency Tutor. To learn about these products and their new suite of web apps go to http://www.texthelp.com. http://attipscast.com
Episode #89 features a look at the free fraction tools provided by ConceptuaMath as well as a few other tools useful for visualizing, representing, and understanding fractions. This episode also features a bumper from Linda Augel, from the Virginia Department of Educations Training and Technical Assistance Center, telling everyone about their A.T.TIP Line (1-804-828-4927) which you can call to get assistance on anything related to assistive technology. This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by the book The Practical (and Fun) Guide to Assistive Technology in Public Schools. Learn more at http://iste.org/chewat. http://attipscast.com
Episode #88 features the second of two episodes describing the use of websites featuring activities which utilize webcams to engage students through interactive, gesture-based activities. This episode also features a bumper from Kelly Ligon, from the Virginia Department of Education's Training and Technical Assistance Center, telling everyone about the new online version of the Techknowledgy Conference which you can access over at http://ttaconline.org/atsdp This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp Systems, provider of award-winning literacy solutions including Read&Write GOLD and Fluency Tutor. To learn about these products and their new suite of web apps go to http://www.texthelp.com. http://attipscast.com
Episode #87 features a discussion of implementation strategies and resources for using free audio fiction in the classroom by special guest host Melissa Bugaj. She also blogs about family exploits and adventures at http://accordingtomags.blogspot.com. Also, I'd like to thank Tom Woodward for contributing the bumper at the beginning of the episode. You can check out his website at http://bionicteaching.com. This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Night Light Stories. Night Light Stories is a free audio podcast featuring original stories for children of all ages! Learn more at nightlightstories.net or subscribe now in iTunes! http://nightlightstories.net
Episode #86 features a round robin resource sharing event conducted during the Virginia Society for Technology in Education 2011 Conference in Roanoke, Virginia known as the Strategy Smackdown. Participants in the Smackdown shared different tools useful to help educate students. Also, I'd like to thank Adam Bellow, for contributing the bumper at the beginning of the episode. You can check out his website at http://edutecher.net. This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp Systems, provider of award-winning literacy solutions including Read&Write GOLD and Fluency Tutor. To learn about these products and their new suite of web apps go to http://texthelp.com. Learn more at http://attipscast.com
Episode #85 features the first of two episodes describing the use of websites featuring activities which utilize webcams to engage students through interactive, gesture-based activities. http://attipscast.wordpress.com This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp Systems, provider of award-winning literacy solutions including Read&Write GOLD and Fluency Tutor. To learn about these products and their new suite of web apps go to http://www.texthelp.com.
Episode #84 features the second of two parts of a recording of a discussion at the George Mason University Assistive Technology Share Fair of 2011 about the educational uses of podcasting. http://attipscast.wordpress.com. This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp Systems, provider of award-winning literacy solutions including Read&Write GOLD and Fluency Tutor. To learn about these products and their new suite of web apps go to http://www.texthelp.com.
Episode #83 features the first of two parts of a recording of a discussion at the George Mason University Assistive Technology Share Fair of 2011 about the educational uses of podcasting. This episode also features a bumper from Amanda Peters from Atomic Learning inviting everyone to take the Accessibility Instruction Pledge. http://attipscast.wordpress.com
Halloween Episode: Chris and his wife Melissa describe a variety of educational tools as they conduct a paranormal investigation. This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp Systems, provider of award-winning literacy solutions including Read&Write Gold and Fluency Tutor. Check out these titles and their new web apps over at http://texthelp.com
This is the first episode of the fifth season of the A.T.TIPSCAST and features a brief discussion about the technology skill of downloading a file from the Internet. Episode Overview- This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp Systems, provider of award-winning literacy solutions including Read&Write GOLD and Fluency Tutor. To learn about these products and their new suite of web apps go to www.texthelp.com.
Episode #80 features an interview with Mark Barlet, co-founder of the Ablegamers Foundation. Mark describes the goals of the foundation, how people can get involved to support the foundation, and shares some ways the foundation has helped people get their game on! This episode is sponsored by http://texthelp.com. http://attipscast.wordpress.com
Episode #79 features a discussion about the use of the free versions of some common interactive whiteboard software titles. This episode also features a bumper from Becky Switalski who is encouraging people to submit photos to be shown on the big screen in Times Square to raise awareness for National Down Syndrome month and to kick off the Buddy Walk season. If you can, submit a picture for the presentation! This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp Systems, provider of award-winning literacy solutions including Read&Write GOLD and Fluency Tutor. For more information, go to http://www.texthelp.com. For more AT Goodness: http://attipscast.wordpress.com
Episode #78 features an interview with Cynthia Clark, a high school teacher and the receipent of the 2011 Recognition for Excellence in Supporting Special Education Secondary Teacher Award from the Special Education Advisory Committee. Cynthia describes her program where students scan pictures to practice vocational skills. This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp Systems, provider of award-winning literacy solutions including Read&Write GOLD and Fluency Tutor. For more information, go to http://www.texthelp.com. http://attipscast.wordpress.com
This episode features a brief description of optical character recognition (OCR) and features an interview with Steve Gallo from Intel - GE where we talk about the implementation of the Intel Reader for students and in the classroom. This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by the Intel Reader. Learn more about this handheld, portable device with built-in optical character recognition and text-to-speech technology at http://careinnovations.com/reader.
This episode features a brief crisis of conscience moment which leads the host to question the implementation of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) as an educational practice. Chris postulates on what the future of the American workplace would look like if every student learned according to the principles of UDL. This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by the book The Practical (and Fun) Guide to Assistive Technology in Public Schools. Learn more at http://iste.org/chewat.
This episode features a brief look at the different ways one can adjust the way the mouse is controlled using Windows XP & 7...with some cheese added in for flavor. http://attipscast.wordpress.com This episode sponsored by http://texthelp.com
This episode features a description of a scenario where a student with mulitple articulation difficulties is communicating effectively 90% of the time but needs help when telling about novel situations. A strategy was put in place that is effectively helping that student communicate with others during these times. This episode is one of my contributions to Better Hearing and Speech Month by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.
Episode #73 features an audio version of an article about online learning for a partnership between the International Society of Technology in Education (www.iste.org) and the Council of Ontario Directors of Education (www.ontariodirectors.ca). A version of the article is being published by CODE for their newsletter, the CODE Chronicles. According to the spirit of the article, I thought it would be best to have the article exist in multiple formats. You can read the article, listen to the article, and/or enjoy the comic. http://attipscast.wordpress.com This episode sponsored by http://texthelp.com
Not be be outdone my her brother, this Special Episode features a discussion with Maggie Bugaj, a three year old student who attends an half-day preschool program three days a week. With a little help from her big brother, Maggie shares some insights into what it is like to be a preschool aged student. http://attipscast.wordpress.com This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by the book ''The Practical (and Fun) Guide to Assistive Technology in Public Schools''. Learn more at http://iste.org/chewat.
Episode #72 features a discussion of the use of digital video with students, in educational evaluations, and in educational reports. http://attipscast.wordpress.com This episode is sponsored by TextHelp systems http://texthelp.com
This Special Episode features a discussion with Tucker Bugaj, a 5 year old student who attends an all day Kindergarten. With a little help from his baby sister, Tucker explains what it is like to be a Kindergarten student. http://attipscast.wordpress.com This episode sponsored by http://iste.org/chewat
Episode #71 features a clip from a live presentation at Temple University where Beth Poss and I describe http://www.wallwisher.com. The episode also features a bumper from Jennifer Mitchell who mentions the resources at http://www.vcu.edu/ttac. For more info http://attipscast.wordpress.com
Episode #70 features math resources as shared by special guest host Melissa Bugaj, host of the Night Light Stories podcast. The episode also features a bumper from the participants in the Social Media for Speech-Language Pathologists session conducted at the American Speech Language Hearing Association conference of 2010. http://attipscast.wordpress.com & http://nightlightstories.net This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp Systems, provider of award-winning literacy solutions including Read&Write GOLD and Fluency Tutor. For more information, go to http://www.texthelp.com.
Special Episode #5 features a quick introduction to podcasting with a little bit of Mardi Gras nonsense thrown in for fun. Melissa Bugaj, host of the Night Light Stories podcast, co-hosts the episode. http://nightlightstories.net http://attipscast.wordpress.com
Episode #69 is features another recording of a live event from the Techknowledgy 2010 Conference in Richmond, Virginia. At that conference I presented a session called Alternative Professional Development. I use the term presented loosely because, although I was listed as the presenter, the session was more of an integrated brainstorming session. I was more of the moderator for the discussion than a presenter. During the session we tried to outline some of the common problems with staff development happening in public schools and then try to come up with some solutions. During the course of the discussion a bunch of great ideas were mentioned about how to address some of the problems with the typical professional development model. Furthermore, a number of concrete resources are mentioned that can be used to assist students. http://attipscast.wordpress.com The episode also features a bumper from Rochelle Hamilton and Cindy Carmina who are educators from Prince William County, Virginia.
Episode #68 features a round robin resource sharing event conducted during the Orlando ATIA 2011 Conference known as the A.T. Smackdown. Educators like Dave Hohulin, Karen Janowski, Brian Wojcik, and a host of others shared different tools that they have found useful to help educate students. With this go round, I got to be there in person to record the live event! Also, I'd like to thank Eliza Anderson, for contributing the bumper at the beginning of the episode. You can check out the free newsletter/e-zine with information on how to subscrive and contribute over at http://atprogramnews.com Special thanks to Dave Hohulin and Brian Dowd for sharing their notes of the event (which helped tremendously in putting the list below together). http://attipscast.wordpress.com This episode is sponsored by http://texthelp.com
Episode #67 features a recording of a live event from a presentation Beth Poss and I did at Temple University back in November of 2010. Beth and I are doing a Pre-Conference Workshop - UDL 2.0 Hands on! on January 26th from 8:00 am - 4:00 pm. Sign up and join us for a day of interactive fun! The episode also features a bumper from Sean Sweeney. Check out his Edublog Award Winning blog http://www.speechtechie.com.This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp Systems, provider of award-winning literacy solutions including Read&Write GOLD and Fluency Tutor. For more information, go to http://www.texthelp.com
Episode #66 features a round robin resource sharing event called an ''A.T. Smackdown'' conducted during the Techknowledgy 2010 Conference in Richmond, Virginia. A variety of educators shared different tools during an informal ice cream social at the end of the first day of the conference. http://attipscast.wordpress.com This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp Systems, provider of award-winning literacy solutions including Read&Write GOLD and Fluency Tutor. For more information, go to http://www.texthelp.com.
Episode #65 features a round robin resource sharing event conducted during the Chicago ATIA 2010 Conference known as the ''A.T. Smackdown.'' Educators like Dave Hohulin, Karen Janowski, Brian Wojcik, Patrick Black, and host of others shared different tools that they have found useful to help educate students. Lucky for us they had the foresight to make an audio recording of the event! You can check out a full list with brief descriptions of each tool over at http://teachingall.blogspot.com.
Episode #64 features a description of a low-tech strategy for improving handwriting skills. http://attipscast.wordpress.com This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp Systems, provider of award-winning literacy solutions including Read&Write Gold. http://texthelp.com
When Chris and Melissa wake up in a strange room after a Halloween party they meet the notorious Saber Saw who asks them if they want to play a game. Will they win? http://attipscast.wordpress.com This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp Systems, provider of award-winning literacy solutions including Read&Write GOLD and Fluency Tutor. For more information, go to http:// www.texthelp.com.
Episode #62 features a description of different ways students, educators, and schools can get involved in 9/11 National Day of Service activities. http://attipscast.wordpress.com Select music from A-M Classical. This episode is sponsored by http://www.texthelp.com
Episode #61 features a description of two virtual classroom layout tools. This is the first episode of Season 4 of the A.T.TIPSCAST! http://attipscast.wordpress.com This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp Systems, provider of award-winning literacy solutions including Read&Write GOLD and Fluency Tutor. For more information, go to http://www.texthelp.com.
Episode #60 features a description of three random recommendations from actual evaluations. It is also the final episode of Season 3. http://attipscast.wordpress.com This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp Systems, provider of award-winning literacy solutions including Read&Write GOLD and Fluency Tutor. For more information, go to http://www.texthelp.com.