technology and training
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TNT: Blast into the 21st Century
Kirk Behnke, M.Ed, ATP/S
Region 4 Education Service Center
Mike Marotta, ATP
CP of New Jersey
Learner Objectives
Participants will:• Learn strategies to provide professional
development opportunities to reluctant technology learners.
• Explore the numerous ways in which software, hardware, and web based strategies can provide opportunities for learners.
• Apply new strategies and acquire new tools and resources surrounding the 21st century classroom.
Who are we talking about?
According to Wikipedia -
Technophobia is a fear of, or revulsion to, modern technology.
Characteristics of Late Adopters
Late adopters:
• Want proof of results before they buy.
• Want a complete, finished product before they buy.
Strategies to Reach Late Adopters and Reluctant Technology Users
(McKenzie)
1. Clarify the bottom line: Gains in student performance.
2. Deliver a complete package.
3. Eliminate risk and surprise.
4. Speak their language.
5. Offer continual support.
Strategies to Reach Late Adopters and Reluctant Technology Users
(McKenzie)
6. Emphasize teams.
7. Find out what turns them on.
8. Provide rewards and incentives.
9. Don’t rely on pioneers alone to plan for reluctants.
What is Universal Design for Learning?
UDL means more flexibility & a wider range of activities rather than uniformity of any kind (Reed)
Three Qualities of Universal Design for Learning
Multiple Means of Representation
Multiple Means of Expression
Multiple Means of Engagement
(CAST)
General Technology
Types of Classroom Technology
• Computers• Internet access• Digital white board• Digital camera• Scanner• Video camera
• Television• Overhead projector• VCR / DVD• Slide projector• Chalk Board• Flip chart / Easel pad• Bulletin Boards
Utilize software you already have
• Operating System Accessibility Features
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft PowerPoint
Web 2.0 Tools
Podcast / Webcast
Blog WIKIs
Educational Technology
Assistive Technology
Assistive technology means any item, piece of equipment or product system, whether acquired commercially off the shelf, modified, or customized, that is used to increase, maintain, or improve the functional capabilities of children with disabilities.
Federal Register
August 19, 1991
The Process of Writing with Voice..
Think
Compose
Talk
ReadCheck
Edit
(Fonner)
