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An example of a PicLit created by a 2nd grader using "camel" which was a word on his spelling list.

Interactive table of color-coded visualization methods. Mouse over to view pop-up example

scroll down to DYNAMIC DISPLAY EXAMPLES Downloadable powerpoints which provide practice in creating sentences, targeting, commenting, cause & effect http://www.childrenshospital.org/centers-and-services/programs/a-_-e/augmentative-communication-program/downloads

Example of different ways to use mindmaps

If you found this site by searching for Be More Awesome during an Escape The Room with Instructional Strategies session, guess what?!?! You're doing it! We encourage you to search the LCPS AT Diigo site to find other resources to help you provide options for students! Try searching for "reading" or "math" or anything else you're interested in learning about. Now be even more awesome by going to the link associated with this resource to discover your next clue OR, if you use a screen reader, do another search in the LCPS AT Diigo Group for the tag "BeMoreAccessible".

"Google Story Builder is a fun Google tool that will get your students developing their basic writing skills. You don't need a Google account to participate and younger students can easily navigate through the Google Story Builder steps. Once the students have finished writing their story, they can add music and watch the animated video of their writing experience."

Ace is a 12 year old boy diagnosed with Glutaric Acidemia Type 1. Ace is Physically Disabled but intellectually he is as bright as a button with a sense of humour beyond his years. He is currently in grade 6 advanced and is one of the School Captains voicing his opinions through his ECO2 Device. Devoted supporter of the Brisbane Lions Football club, lover of Documentries including Steve Irwin David Attenborough, Man vs Wild and War Documentries. He also surfs the net on his Eco2 finding out all sorts of information, even does his shopping on Ebay :) He has also figured out that if l am out enjoying a few hours of respite he can message me through Facebook :D. He is a beautiful example of what you can do if you believe in yourself and just keep trying !!

Example of a timeline created by a 4th grade student

Clear and simple definitions in basic American English from North America's leading language experts. More usage examples than any other dictionary

Spreadsheet used as a scavenger hunt/Webquest for http://lcps.org/at. Good example of how to use Google Docs Spreadsheets collaboratively. Note the tabs at the bottom of the screen

These are some great ideas for using foldables in the classroom.

Self directed course as well as a variety of video interviews with teachers and students of UDL classrooms, classroom strategies, implementation plans, and theoretical framework descriptions

This website shares a wonderful collection of resources. Here are examples of communication resource samples. Communication placemats, books, and other great ideas to integrate communication

While this informatation is hosted on the Dynavox site, there are pdfs, websites, and videos that may be generally useful when seeking communication solutions. be sure to check out the AAC Needs Assessment, accessed by doing a search on the posted link. The Implementation Toolkit was designed for you! It provides hundreds of real-life resources and examples that promote successful communication in daily life using AAC. Use the resources for your personal growth or to train others. The resources found in the Toolkit cover topics related to AAC, its users and the people who support them. A variety of print materials, as well as instructional videos, feature essential information about AAC, lesson and therapy plans, techniques for communication partners, an introduction to our language software, InterAACt, and much more! The Toolkit is easy-to-use and will save you valuable time. Learn about common AAC topics using the "Learning Paths" tab, and find resources quickly using the "Search Resources" tab. You can also save selected resources to "My Favorites" so you can access them efficiently each time you visit.

Use digital graphic organizers like SpiderScribe.net so students can take advantage of all the benefits of writing digitally including spell check, word prediction, adding pictures, text to speech, adding maps, sharing their work to the world and more!

"This collection of visual supports and other resources provides examples of various strategies that  can be used to support students on the autism spectrum, as well as others with and without disabilities.  Some of these visuals have also been used as part of a school's Response to Intervention (RTI) or as part of School-wide Positive Behavior Supports (PBIS).  Many of the visuals can also be used with families to assist their son/daughter at home. Others may benefit adults on the spectrum, as well. "

"Windows Speech Recognition lets you control your PC by voice alone, without needing a keyboard or mouse. The following tables list commands that you can use with Speech Recognition. If a word or phrase is bold, it's an example. Replace it with similar words to get the result you want. For info on how to set up Speech Recognition for the first time, see Use speech recognition."

"The National Education Technology Plan is the flagship educational technology policy document for the United States. The 2016 Plan, Future Ready Learning: Reimagining the Role of Technology in Education, articulates a vision of equity, active use, and collaborative leadership to make everywhere, all-the-time learning possible. While acknowledging the continuing need to provide greater equity of access to technology itself, the plan goes further to call upon all involved in American education to ensure equity of access to transformational learning experiences enabled by technology. The principles and examples provided in this document align to the Activities to Support the Effective Use of Technology (Title IV A) of Every Student Succeeds Act as authorized by Congress in December 2015."