Making Technology Work for Learners With Special Needs Practical Skills for Teachers

Beginning with an overview and basic review of technology found in the classroom, this book provides teachers and teacher candidates with the information they need to be effective in the classroom. Hands-on exercises, intended for both in-class work and independent study, keep students up-to-date with current technology. Categorized types of educational software and a comprehensive software checklist help students gain a broader understanding of the various types of technology and their use in the classroom. Examples come from various subject areas and grade levels, including sequenced instruction in designing and making overlays for IntelliKeys a and Discover a keyboards. Excellent appendices include charts of special characters for Mac/PC, keyboard alternatives for talking word processors, activities to accompany the computer adaptations chapter, resources, and printouts of accompanying on-line documents. "The readability and clarity of this text are flawless... I think that this book simultaneously serves as a resource, a tutorial, a reference, and a compilation of relevant and necessary information to which all special educators need exposure." Jennie Schaff, George Mason University "I love the book!!!... The organization is great! The author did a fabulous job in providing all the supporting information as evidenced in the examples, tips for troubleshooting, appendices, and checklists. The book is well-designed and I believe teachers would very much appreciate the developmental approach. " Rita Mulholland, California State University - ChicoUlman, Jean G. is the author of 'Making Technology Work for Learners With Special Needs Practical Skills for Teachers', published 2004 under ISBN 9780205407453 and ISBN 0205407455.