#ATchat Archive | Participate

KerriHslp Sep 21 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Assistiveware Core Word Classroom https://t.co/ZqqHoBYG11 looks interesting! #ATchat

KarenJan - Moderator Sep 21 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Tonight’s topic is AT Implementation. And we have a special guest moderator tonight - @JenniferSavedge #ATchat

KarenJan - Moderator Sep 21 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Welcome to #Atchat Looking forward to this one!

mmatp - Moderator Sep 21 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Hey now #ATchat Looking forward to the topic. Excited to work w/ @KarenJan & @JenniferSavedge tonight. Special welcome to our #atudl16 group

JenniferSavedge Sep 21 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Always happy to be able to participate in #atchat

lrdichiara Sep 21 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Leslie from NY! Looking forward to another insightful #ATchat

bcdtech Sep 21 @ 8:01 PM EDT

@KarenJan Hi Karen et al Should be an interesting chat. Checking in from western MA #atchat

wernedat Sep 21 @ 8:01 PM EDT

@KarenJan Me too - such an impt topic! #ATChat

mmatp - Moderator Sep 21 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Introduce yourself and tell us where you are joining us from tonight #Atchat

JenniferSavedge Sep 21 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Delighted to have our #atudl16 group joining in with us! #atchat Lot's of new tweeters!

Lydia_Schuck Sep 21 @ 8:02 PM EDT

visiting first time. I design curriculum for Hadley Institute, distance ed for blind individuals. #atchat

Joangrowthminds Sep 21 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Looking forward to my first real tweeting session with #atudl16 at #atchat

KarenJan - Moderator Sep 21 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Wonderful to have #ATUDL16 join #ATchat tonight.

speechrockerPC Sep 21 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Joining in from Clarksburg MA #atchat

KellyFonner Sep 21 @ 8:02 PM EDT

#atchat Hi! glad 2 b reminded 2 join tonight!

wernedat Sep 21 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Hi! Elisa from FL - where Fall is still not happening - 90 degrees today #ATChat

JenniferSavedge Sep 21 @ 8:02 PM EDT

(1/2) AT Impl pertains to the ways that AT devices&services, as included in the IEP are delivered&integrated into the Ss ed program #ATchat

EGraniero Sep 21 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Emily from CT #atchat

jose_deborah Sep 21 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Excited to get some wisdom from our AT pals! I teach beginning ELLS in Newton, MA #atchat

Sheilaw8 Sep 21 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Happy to learn more, thanks #atchat

KarenJan - Moderator Sep 21 @ 8:02 PM EDT

@wernedat @bcdtech @lrdichiara So glad you can join us tonight! #ATchat We have a lot of newbies joining us

CwiseCarol Sep 21 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Tweeting from Hingham MA - first time with #ATchat

AhteachermomMA Sep 21 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Ali, elementary Special Ed teacher from Newton, MA #atchat #atudl16

mmatp - Moderator Sep 21 @ 8:02 PM EDT

@Lydia_Schuck Hi Lydia. Glad you are here tonight #ATchat

mmatp - Moderator Sep 21 @ 8:03 PM EDT

We will use the Q1, A1 format today. Don’t forget to include #atchat hashtag

anneriello Sep 21 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Joining from Pittsfield MA! #atchat

EVteacherHES Sep 21 @ 8:03 PM EDT

This is my first time tweeting so lots to learn. Betty from Hadley, Special Ed Teacher.#atchat

LoriWild56 Sep 21 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Lori W- special Ed teacher in Leominster #ATchat

RMJBaz Sep 21 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Hello from Pittsfield! I'm looking forward to learning new things to bring back to my firsties and peers! #atchat #atudl16

KarenJan - Moderator Sep 21 @ 8:03 PM EDT

@speechrockerPC @KellyFonner Welcome! Great to see you tonight! #ATchat

K_Gagnon6 Sep 21 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Sitting in the hair salon excited for my first #atchat #atudl16

speechrockerPC Sep 21 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Q1A1???#atchat

HollyMacKay7 Sep 21 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Holly, special education teacher from Weymouth, MA #atchat

mmatp - Moderator Sep 21 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Happy to help figure out the time zone differences :) Glad you are here tonight #ATchat https://t.co/WN1CQKRmqH

KellyFonner Sep 21 @ 8:02 PM EDT

#atchat Hi! glad 2 b reminded 2 join tonight!

JenniferSavedge Sep 21 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Joining in from Boston! #atchat

Mrbrown1701 Sep 21 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Eric from western MA here. Let's get crackin' folks!! #atchat

mmatp - Moderator Sep 21 @ 8:04 PM EDT

If you haven’t explored the QIAT website - you are missing a wealth of information on best practices in AT https://t.co/ihzx1YQHW3 #ATchat

KelbRiechers Sep 21 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Kelly Preschool Special needs teacher #atudl16 #atchat

KarenJan - Moderator Sep 21 @ 8:04 PM EDT

@KelbRiechers HI Kelly - great to see you hope all is well! #ATchat

Kellyherbertedu Sep 21 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Excited to chat tonight! Chatting from Quincy #atchat #atudl16

tdcraw Sep 21 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Tiffany from Oklahoma. Did you see @Bookshare hit 10,000,000 downloads! #Atchat

michugo17 Sep 21 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Michelle virtually visiting from Norwood.#atchat

krinewong Sep 21 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Excited to join in today's chat #ATchat

mpdoty Sep 21 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Hi there , Mary from East LOngmeadow, Ela 6th #ATchat

LoriWild56 Sep 21 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Q1format ? #ATchat

JenniferSavedge Sep 21 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Are we ready to roll out the questions? #atchat

LoriWild56 Sep 21 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Assuming one question one answer? #ATchat

mmatp - Moderator Sep 21 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Resource: SET/BC Guide to Develop AT Implementation Plan. https://t.co/0tu3mUGrAI #ATchat

RobynLawson413 Sep 21 @ 8:06 PM EDT

#atudl16 #atchat Excited to learn more! Following from the Berkshires.

JenniferSavedge Sep 21 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Q1: Once the tool is identified, we must develop an implementation plan. How do you approach this? Do you have a policy/procedure? #ATchat

mmatp - Moderator Sep 21 @ 8:06 PM EDT

@LoriWild56 Yes exactly! We will post questions every 7-8 minutes for discussion #ATchat

KellyFonner Sep 21 @ 8:06 PM EDT

#atchat Residence in Wisconsin, work from Gate 65 at the Milwaukee Airport, today in San Diego, doing PODD training tomorrow

wernedat Sep 21 @ 8:06 PM EDT

A1: meet with team, work out a WHO, WHAT, WHEN chart #ATChat

mnld1124 Sep 21 @ 8:07 PM EDT

laura driscoll special educator from Dover #atchat #atudl16

wernedat Sep 21 @ 8:07 PM EDT

A1: it breaks down what is happening when and who is responsible - includes training etc. #ATChat

KarenJan - Moderator Sep 21 @ 8:07 PM EDT

A1 - Ideal is to write out an AT Implementation Plan with the team, doesn't always happen. #ATchat

HollyMacKay7 Sep 21 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1: Team approach. No set protocol and plan is developed based on individual case. #atchat

KelbRiechers Sep 21 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1:We are developing a policy/procedure currently! For now we collect data as we see fit. #atchat

Joangrowthminds Sep 21 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1: Recently used the SETT plan to plan out specifics & describe current performance and specific next steps using AT #atchat

mmatp - Moderator Sep 21 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1: As a consultant I find this part hard b/c staff make assumptions that I will be doing everything to implement tech #ATchat

lrdichiara Sep 21 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1: I work in an elem district so I train Ts 1st, Ps 2nd and Ss last. #ATchat

JenniferSavedge Sep 21 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1: I have been using shared Implementation Plan google docs with all members of the team #atchat

KerrinMartins Sep 21 @ 8:08 PM EDT

Special educator checking in from Tiverton, RI after an amazing sunset!#atchat

swimbikerun18 Sep 21 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1: No set protocol. Looking for some ideas. #atchat

Lydia_Schuck Sep 21 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1 I'm just -- new position. Deliver curriculum in several formats, large print, braille, online, first step what formats?#atchat

AhteachermomMA Sep 21 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1: Our AT specialist usually comes up with the implementation plan with input from team. #atchat

wernedat Sep 21 @ 8:09 PM EDT

@JenniferSavedge YEP - ours goes in Google Docs too #ATChat

EGraniero Sep 21 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1: making sure that those suporting the student understand how to appropriately support and use the tool. #atchat

tosipenko Sep 21 @ 8:09 PM EDT

@mmatp I am here but not sure how to tweet #atchat

KarenJan - Moderator Sep 21 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1 Must include trials and training, Provision of the device doesn't gaurantee effective implementation. #ATchat

mnld1124 Sep 21 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1. I think we rely on our OT and our technology integration specialist. No formal plan in place #atchat #atudl16

mpdoty Sep 21 @ 8:09 PM EDT

@JenniferSavedge We have sped meeting ad procedures are being developed #atchat

K_Gagnon6 Sep 21 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1 - implementation plan with team members organized by outside consult #atchat #atudl16

lrdichiara Sep 21 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1 con't: I also utilize a Google form survey to follow up after training. Lots of check ins w/ Ta, Ss and Ps to ensure success #ATchat

JenniferSavedge Sep 21 @ 8:10 PM EDT

@Joangrowthminds The SETT forms are also a great way to collect info and then track. #atchat

massignmenthelp Sep 21 @ 8:10 PM EDT

How to Combat Plagiarism in Class https://t.co/6UNOBWlZfs #atchat #AVIDchat #csk8 #ctedlead #currichat #EdBeat #edubkcl #2ndchat

RobynLawson413 Sep 21 @ 8:10 PM EDT

#atchat No policy or procedure set in my school or district. Hoping to get information tonight.

Lydia_Schuck Sep 21 @ 8:10 PM EDT

My role will be coordinating implementation for curriculum that I am designing #atchat

mmatp - Moderator Sep 21 @ 8:10 PM EDT

@tosipenko Hello Tatyana. Just follow the #ATchat hashtag to see comments. To add your comment, just make sure to add #ATchat

mmatp - Moderator Sep 21 @ 8:10 PM EDT

@tosipenko Hello Tatyana. Just follow the #ATchat hashtag to see comments. To add your comment, just make sure to add #ATchat

KellyFonner Sep 21 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A1 part of my Impl.Plans always include Dr.Gary Cumley's Roles& Responsibilities matrix. Each Per signs up 4 their own, not assigned #atchat

anneriello Sep 21 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A1. We would meet with a TEAM and figure out best way to implement #atchat

speechrockerPC Sep 21 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A1: No procedure in place #atchat

jose_deborah Sep 21 @ 8:11 PM EDT

I need advice. I'm looking for help. Anyone know if AT is being used with new ELLs to enhance comprehension in English? #atchat

tosipenko Sep 21 @ 8:11 PM EDT

@mmatp I have just figured out how to respond to you. How would I add a comment? #atchat

Kellyherbertedu Sep 21 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A1: we don't have a formal implementation plan in place- usually a team member will take the lead and share with others #atchat

JenniferSavedge Sep 21 @ 8:11 PM EDT

@mpdoty Collaboratively figuring out and agreeing to a process is a great place to start and create common language! #atchat

mmatp - Moderator Sep 21 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Q2: The AT person can’t do everything! How do you divide the responsibilities for AT implementation? #atchat

mpdoty Sep 21 @ 8:12 PM EDT

@JenniferSavedge @Joangrowthminds trying to get our team to use them #atchat

michugo17 Sep 21 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A1 currently no formal evaluation or procedures in our district, but am finding the SETT form super helpful #atchat

JenniferSavedge Sep 21 @ 8:12 PM EDT

@lrdichiara I too find Google Forms to be invaluable for Collecting information and following up for checkins #atchat

Mrbrown1701 Sep 21 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A1: SPED director for our district has her office in our building. I had a meeting with her regarding any procedural ?s #atchat

KelbRiechers Sep 21 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A2: we don't have an AT person... we consult with someone, but this is part of the reason things fall apart #atchat

KellyFonner Sep 21 @ 8:13 PM EDT

@KellyFonner #atchat researched based intervention. written up in Journal of AAC, also Beukleman & Mirenda AAC book

KarenJan - Moderator Sep 21 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A2 - trying to build capacity through professional development and coaching so teams embed UDL/AT and don't need me. #ATchat

Joangrowthminds Sep 21 @ 8:13 PM EDT

@JenniferSavedge Have found the modified SETT form shared in class #ATUDL16 to be very helpfu #atchat

JudithSchoonov1 Sep 21 @ 8:13 PM EDT

@JenniferSavedge A-1 Sit down with the team & model how to use the tool, & discuss/model embedding it throughout the day #ATchat

HollyMacKay7 Sep 21 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A2: Team members typically volunteer for roles #atchat

anneriello Sep 21 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A2. We don't have a AT person. I feel it's divided according to teacher strengths #atchat

dana_huekell Sep 21 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A1We identify the need & tool with a screening by assistive tech/OT person who provides the tool and the training to the student #atchat

wernedat Sep 21 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A2: trying to increase school level ownership and knowledge one step at a time, but it's…struggle still… #ATChat

JenniferSavedge Sep 21 @ 8:13 PM EDT

@speechrockerPC "No procedure in place...YET!" :-) #atchat

lrdichiara Sep 21 @ 8:13 PM EDT

@JenniferSavedge It was a new addition this year which was necessary. So far it's been extremely insightful and promotes success #atchat

krinewong Sep 21 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A!:Depends on the case and the recommendations. Typically it would layout roles and responsibilities of the team members involved. #atchat

Sheilaw8 Sep 21 @ 8:14 PM EDT

#atchat slp and ot tend to do most of the work in our school, Google docs to help share roles and follow-up data

AhteachermomMA Sep 21 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A2: Usually case manager takes the lead in our school. Trains aides, teachers, etc. #atchat

kclarke5240 Sep 21 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Karen-OT in Framingham- learning about AT #ATchat

swimbikerun18 Sep 21 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A team approach. Great idea! We can problem solve together. #atchat

michugo17 Sep 21 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A2 our AT and OT people are super savvy and willing to help & instruct us, we then pass it on to others within our team of building #atchat

mnld1124 Sep 21 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A2 I think we need more PD around AT. Our tech integrator has provided several classes but not all staff members attend.#atchat #atudl16

lrdichiara Sep 21 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A2: I'm currently doing it all and finding this impossible as the needs are growing. Looking to turnkey point Ts in each school #ATchat

K_Gagnon6 Sep 21 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A2 - Agreed. We don't have AT person but consult. As SPED teacher working w/ student implementation falls mostly on me #atchat #atudl16

Parker52315 Sep 21 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A2. I like the SETT forms! Very helpful in designating tasks! #atchat

EVteacherHES Sep 21 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A1: Trial with the student and involve others (ESP, classroom teacher, OT, parents). Collect data and observe.#atchat

Lydia_Schuck Sep 21 @ 8:15 PM EDT

Team process is great but takes lots of time. #atchat

LoriWild56 Sep 21 @ 8:16 PM EDT

#atchat we don't have an -at person to share responsibilities with

jose_deborah Sep 21 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2: we have pretty good coordination between SpEd and ELL. Sped Coordinators take lead. #atchat

wernedat Sep 21 @ 8:16 PM EDT

@LoriWild56 how do you make decisions about AT supports? #ATChat

speechrockerPC Sep 21 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2: we have a new consultant who is assigning the different roles. This is new to our school, but changes are beginning to happen.#atchat

KarenJan - Moderator Sep 21 @ 8:17 PM EDT

@Lydia_Schuck That's when using social media and other just in time tools are needed by the team. #ATchat

dana_huekell Sep 21 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2 the OT is our assistive tech person #atchat

Joangrowthminds Sep 21 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2: Our Team identifies and works closely with the IT person at our school - no AT person in our district #atchat

rziolkowski Sep 21 @ 8:17 PM EDT

#atchat Hi everyone-here late but glad to be here! Ruth Ziolkowski from @DonJohnstonInc

kclarke5240 Sep 21 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A1. Depends on school- each has its own procedures and expectations. #ATchat

krinewong Sep 21 @ 8:17 PM EDT

The principals of the program are the go to person when I am not on campus. They pass along information for students to look out for.#atchat

mmatp - Moderator Sep 21 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2: team members must work hard to ensure work is evenly split. Having AT person helps; not critical as long as team has skills #ATchat

EVteacherHES Sep 21 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2: But our AT person is so smart!!(Maureen) Seriously, need everyone involved learning at least a small part, so more PD.#atchat

JenniferSavedge Sep 21 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2: gradually working on building capacity in the district, central sharing of resources, global AND individual approach #atchat

mmatp - Moderator Sep 21 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Let’s dive deep into these four areas of implementation plans: Equipment Support, Training, Program Integration and Monitoring #ATchat

benncsb Sep 21 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A2 we are going to try the SETT forms #atchat

JenniferSavedge Sep 21 @ 8:18 PM EDT

@KarenJan YES! #atchat

KelbRiechers Sep 21 @ 8:18 PM EDT

@Mrbrown1701 would love to hear what you found out #atchat

Lydia_Schuck Sep 21 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Good communication ahead of time eliminates wasted group planning time #atchat

Parker52315 Sep 21 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A2. I'm hoping to get other teachers and service providers on board with utilizing these forms... #atchat

rziolkowski Sep 21 @ 8:18 PM EDT

@EVteacherHES #atchat We r finding some students need practice with TTS. We might need to redefine to practice/skil buildingl vs. trial

Parker52315 Sep 21 @ 8:18 PM EDT

so far, I have experienced resistance when speaking of utilizing them... groans of "not more paperwork"...it can be frustrating! #atchat

mpdoty Sep 21 @ 8:19 PM EDT

@KarenJan @Lydia_Schuck the sped director includes one team teacher in meetings #atchat

KarenJan - Moderator Sep 21 @ 8:19 PM EDT

@JenniferSavedge Yup. still trying to work myself out of a job. Busier than ever! #ATchat

JenniferSavedge Sep 21 @ 8:19 PM EDT

@wernedat I feel you! It is a process. We keep moving forward. And NEED supports like #atchat

rziolkowski Sep 21 @ 8:19 PM EDT

@LoriWild56 #atchat Sounds like lots of districts don't have AT teams and then it slides. Does that mean the value of AT is unknown?

carson_bug Sep 21 @ 8:19 PM EDT

TEC asks for consult; AT specialist hears difficulties, makes suggestions and tries a few out@#atchat

mmatp - Moderator Sep 21 @ 8:19 PM EDT

Good tool for organization. QIAT Assessment Planner form. https://t.co/IfsLr24WKE #ATchat

mmatp - Moderator Sep 21 @ 8:20 PM EDT

Join me Sat 9/24 12PM ET for @liveclass20 webinar: AT for Struggling Readers. https://t.co/mPufJSR0lC #ATchat #atudl16

Lydia_Schuck Sep 21 @ 8:20 PM EDT

Hadley Institute @hadleyinstitute #atchat We have classroom of 1. distance ed for HS completion and enrichment.

K_Gagnon6 Sep 21 @ 8:20 PM EDT

@rziolkowski @LoriWild56 Value of AT certainly seems unknown in my district. Hoping to change that!! #atchat #atudl16

rziolkowski Sep 21 @ 8:20 PM EDT

@mmatp #atchat Yes doesn't everyone play a role? positioning, language, communication-no one can be an expert at it all.

mmatp - Moderator Sep 21 @ 8:20 PM EDT

@carson_bug Great start. Need to find ways to build local capacity so teams can assume more involved role #ATchat

JenniferSavedge Sep 21 @ 8:20 PM EDT

Q2: That ongoing PD in a variety of representations is SO important to build momentum and capacity. #atchat

bcdtech Sep 21 @ 8:21 PM EDT

@rziolkowski @LoriWild56 It seems that at least in my district the assumption is made that IT + sped = AT for less $$ #atchat

lrdichiara Sep 21 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A2 con't: currently developing PD to educate and train the psychologists, behav. spec., social workers, etc so hopefully this helps #ATchat

benncsb Sep 21 @ 8:21 PM EDT

@JenniferSavedge I think whole school PD would help so all on the same page #atchat

rziolkowski Sep 21 @ 8:21 PM EDT

#atchat A2: I'm always curious why co-teachers don't have a stronger role. They see Ss daily and are in best position to build use habits.

JenniferSavedge Sep 21 @ 8:21 PM EDT

@K_Gagnon6 I think even WITH an AT person in school - it can't all fall on them either. It needs to be a shared buy-in/burden #atchat

mmatp - Moderator Sep 21 @ 8:21 PM EDT

@rziolkowski so true. Sometimes need to remind team members that we all have expertise to share. #ATchat

joysped Sep 21 @ 8:22 PM EDT

@mmatp How long will it run? #atchat

JudithSchoonov1 Sep 21 @ 8:22 PM EDT

@KarenJan @JenniferSavedge I Teams may always need an AT professional, but focus can shift to going farther once team is empowered. #ATchat

rziolkowski Sep 21 @ 8:22 PM EDT

@K_Gagnon6 @LoriWild56 #atchat-Exciting. What is your vision to do that?

dana_huekell Sep 21 @ 8:22 PM EDT

@bcdtech @rziolkowski @LoriWild56 That sound familiar #atchat

mpdoty Sep 21 @ 8:23 PM EDT

@JenniferSavedge @K_Gagnon6 It needs to have everyone involved #atchat

AhteachermomMA Sep 21 @ 8:23 PM EDT

Some training happening in my district, but tools not widely available, so things are forgotten quickly #atchat

rziolkowski Sep 21 @ 8:23 PM EDT

@JenniferSavedge @K_Gagnon6 #atchat excactly-AT folks see a student only a couple times a year. We need those working with students daily!

mmatp - Moderator Sep 21 @ 8:24 PM EDT

@JudithSchoonov1 @KarenJan @JenniferSavedge We always try to work ourselves out of jobs! So happy when team assumes responsibility #Atchat

mpdoty Sep 21 @ 8:24 PM EDT

@JudithSchoonov1 @KarenJan @JenniferSavedge I Agree #atchat

rziolkowski Sep 21 @ 8:24 PM EDT

@mpdoty @JenniferSavedge @K_Gagnon6 #atchat so here is the elephant in the room. What do we do when people do not play their role?

JenniferSavedge Sep 21 @ 8:24 PM EDT

@EVteacherHES No matter how good and strong those shoulders are, it simply can not rest on ONE person. Not sustainable. #atchat

KarenJan - Moderator Sep 21 @ 8:24 PM EDT

@AhteachermomMA What would work better? any ideas? #ATchat https://t.co/YXpVdcGfV8

AhteachermomMA Sep 21 @ 8:23 PM EDT

Some training happening in my district, but tools not widely available, so things are forgotten quickly #atchat

benncsb Sep 21 @ 8:24 PM EDT

@AhteachermomMA Yes it does no good to train if you can't use. #atchat @JenniferSavedge

tdcraw Sep 21 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A2 provide layers of personal that know the program- teacher, counselor, librarian- so student has more than one to go to. #Atchat

mrswwax Sep 21 @ 8:24 PM EDT

Limited space remaining for EdCampAccessNY near Albany, NY on 10/22/16 Register now at https://t.co/ZBsKDD1AYt #edtech #atchat

dana_huekell Sep 21 @ 8:24 PM EDT

@rziolkowski @JenniferSavedge @K_Gagnon6 and the students need to use the tools daily. #atchat

LoriWild56 Sep 21 @ 8:24 PM EDT

#atchat interesting connection Maureen. It does seem to be used for sped only.

rziolkowski Sep 21 @ 8:25 PM EDT

@AhteachermomMA #atchat after 20+ years training teachers who leave & forget-we have found training Ss with teachers in the room best

KarenJan - Moderator Sep 21 @ 8:25 PM EDT

@rziolkowski Great question. Interested to see the responses. #ATchat https://t.co/RsZiXd1DUz

rziolkowski Sep 21 @ 8:24 PM EDT

@mpdoty @JenniferSavedge @K_Gagnon6 #atchat so here is the elephant in the room. What do we do when people do not play their role?

JudithSchoonov1 Sep 21 @ 8:25 PM EDT

@rziolkowski often paras get left out as well, plus aren't included or paid for staff development #ATchat

speechrockerPC Sep 21 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A2:not enough professional development in my district. discussed creating an AT team that could gather and brainstorm ideas. #atchat

JenniferSavedge Sep 21 @ 8:26 PM EDT

@rziolkowski @LoriWild56 There is still too much "awareness" work to be done. How are we working "smarter"? #atchat

benncsb Sep 21 @ 8:26 PM EDT

@JudithSchoonov1 @rziolkowski Yes and no time to meet and plan with paras #atchat

carson_bug Sep 21 @ 8:26 PM EDT

when one person has to do most of it, its not efficient and students lose out #atchat

mmatp - Moderator Sep 21 @ 8:26 PM EDT

@JudithSchoonov1 @rziolkowski That gets me on my soapbox! Paras are with Ss more than any other staff yet get left out. Frustrating #Atchat

K_Gagnon6 Sep 21 @ 8:27 PM EDT

@dana_huekell @rziolkowski @JenniferSavedge Currently working with 1 student using AT daily..major improvement in confidence :) #atchat

rziolkowski Sep 21 @ 8:27 PM EDT

@speechrockerPC #atchat Plus PD is typically district wide-so job enbedded works better! Last week I trained over 160 students in 1 1/2 days

Lydia_Schuck Sep 21 @ 8:27 PM EDT

When people don't play their role, we have to find out why. Are they afraid, disenchanted, overwhelmed. Gotta get alongside them #atchat

mpdoty Sep 21 @ 8:27 PM EDT

@mmatp @JudithSchoonov1 @rziolkowski our paras are never considered #atchat

mmatp - Moderator Sep 21 @ 8:28 PM EDT

Q4:Successful AT implementation can’t occur without PD and student training? What does that look like in your school? #atchat

mmatp - Moderator Sep 21 @ 8:28 PM EDT

@KarenJan @rziolkowski I think as professionals we need to be strong enough to have open conversation w/ others about shared respon. #Atchat

HollyMacKay7 Sep 21 @ 8:28 PM EDT

@mmatp @JudithSchoonov1 @rziolkowski Yes! So that leaves the training of the para onto the teachers creating one more barrier #atchat

dana_huekell Sep 21 @ 8:28 PM EDT

@mmatp @JudithSchoonov1 @rziolkowski I'm training the paras as I train the students. #atchat

Lydia_Schuck Sep 21 @ 8:28 PM EDT

For blind kids, paras can be a barrier to ss interacting together. Gotta find the best way to use their skills in the group. #atchat

mmatp - Moderator Sep 21 @ 8:29 PM EDT

Going to #atia17 ? Join us for @edcampaccessint Fri night 1/20/17 https://t.co/DOerIDWfNh #ATchat

JudithSchoonov1 Sep 21 @ 8:29 PM EDT

@mmatp @rziolkowski right, & educators may not have time or confidence to train so person w/most contact may be left out of loop #ATchat

JenniferSavedge Sep 21 @ 8:29 PM EDT

@rziolkowski interesting,I think that may lead us back to ways of supporting buy-in,collaboration,exciting evidence of effectiveness #atchat

mmatp - Moderator Sep 21 @ 8:29 PM EDT

@dana_huekell @JudithSchoonov1 @rziolkowski That is great! You will see more success for sure #ATchat

HollyMacKay7 Sep 21 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A4: I can't remember a PD on AT happening in my district...#atchat

rziolkowski Sep 21 @ 8:29 PM EDT

#atchat Agreed. This is the expert model which puts everyone in Triage mode which means some get treated and many don't!

KarenJan - Moderator Sep 21 @ 8:29 PM EDT

@rziolkowski @speechrockerPC Tell us more - how did you arranged that? (awesome, BTW) #ATchat https://t.co/XwPoeGB9A9

rziolkowski Sep 21 @ 8:27 PM EDT

@speechrockerPC #atchat Plus PD is typically district wide-so job enbedded works better! Last week I trained over 160 students in 1 1/2 days

bcdtech Sep 21 @ 8:29 PM EDT

@mmatp A4 It is done on a 1:1 basis as needed/as time permits...not well defined #atchat

wernedat Sep 21 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A4: from my role in the district—> I’ll come train team, do modeling alongside, come back and check in, on and on… #ATChat

JenniferSavedge Sep 21 @ 8:29 PM EDT

@rziolkowski @AhteachermomMA I wholeheartedly agree with the power or empowering students first! #atchat

mpdoty Sep 21 @ 8:30 PM EDT

@mmatp At this time we don't have PD provided from outside the district. #atchat

KelbRiechers Sep 21 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A4: Another not YET in our district. There are some plans in place however #atchat

JenniferSavedge Sep 21 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Next Question: Q3: How do you plan for equipment support: device repair or replacement? #atchat

Joangrowthminds Sep 21 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A4: Would love to have school wide PD on AT so all are able to be on same page #atchat

michugo17 Sep 21 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A4 done as needed or requested, no full training sessions #atchat

wernedat Sep 21 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A4: modeling SO SO important, so I’m there during day, with para, problem solving with Tt etc. but it’s time intensive for sure #ATChat

K_Gagnon6 Sep 21 @ 8:31 PM EDT

@Joangrowthminds AGREED!! #atchat #atudl16

anneriello Sep 21 @ 8:31 PM EDT

To my knowledge there has been no PD. Am I right, @RMJBaz? #atchat

Lydia_Schuck Sep 21 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Twitter chats are PD. #atchat

michugo17 Sep 21 @ 8:32 PM EDT

A3 our IT dept is a great support for devices and trouble shooting in our district, especially the IT person in our building #atchat

benncsb Sep 21 @ 8:32 PM EDT

A4Our PD is very random people going off to workshops #atchat

KarenJan - Moderator Sep 21 @ 8:32 PM EDT

@Lydia_Schuck Yes! And you control the learning. #ATchat https://t.co/yHS801LhSY

Lydia_Schuck Sep 21 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Twitter chats are PD. #atchat

mnld1124 Sep 21 @ 8:32 PM EDT

a4 hoping to use qiat forms to launch school wide pd #atchat #atudl16

Joangrowthminds Sep 21 @ 8:32 PM EDT

A2: Our Team identifies and works with the IT person at our school - no AT person in our district #atchat

LoriWild56 Sep 21 @ 8:32 PM EDT

#atchat some pd on using google docs and other google apps

EGraniero Sep 21 @ 8:32 PM EDT

A4: in the future in envisio people teaching eachother and students supporting other students. builds strong support system #atchat

speechrockerPC Sep 21 @ 8:32 PM EDT

A3: In our school, once a device it passed to the student, there really is no one checking it! #atchat

Parker52315 Sep 21 @ 8:32 PM EDT

If were talking about UDL, then implementing AT within the classroom should benefit all, yes? #atchat

mpdoty Sep 21 @ 8:32 PM EDT

@JenniferSavedge We dont't have a plan, in the process of closing the Middle School---no money is available #atchat

wernedat Sep 21 @ 8:32 PM EDT

A4: defiinitely has to be a better way to do it---duplicate it with one or few trainers #ATChat

bcdtech Sep 21 @ 8:32 PM EDT

@JenniferSavedge A3: No plan that I am aware of #atchat

EVteacherHES Sep 21 @ 8:33 PM EDT

A4: PD mostly when I ask the IT to help me with a student need. Student training hopefully with help of IT. #atchat

JenniferSavedge Sep 21 @ 8:33 PM EDT

@JudithSchoonov1 @mmatp @rziolkowski I always want the para's input included in the initial info gathering and then implementation #atchat

HollyMacKay7 Sep 21 @ 8:33 PM EDT

We put in an IT ticket...and wait....and wait...and wait #atchat

krinewong Sep 21 @ 8:33 PM EDT

A4: PD for AT available within the program and more small group/integration/modeling for students who need more customizations. #atchat

rziolkowski Sep 21 @ 8:33 PM EDT

@KarenJan @speechrockerPC #atchat Class period 1-uPAR Class period 2 Snap & Read. Hit all 6,7,8th ELL students

mmatp - Moderator Sep 21 @ 8:33 PM EDT

YES! UDL is for everyone, not just sped #Atchat https://t.co/LpzjL0uU8S

Parker52315 Sep 21 @ 8:32 PM EDT

If were talking about UDL, then implementing AT within the classroom should benefit all, yes? #atchat

JudithSchoonov1 Sep 21 @ 8:33 PM EDT

@JenniferSavedge Try to always have a back up based on feature match #ATchat

swimbikerun18 Sep 21 @ 8:34 PM EDT

A3: Help ticket sent in then the IT experts call immediately. Very efficient. #atchat

kclarke5240 Sep 21 @ 8:34 PM EDT

A3. Technology department is in charge of setting up devices for students, and repair or replace. #ATchat

jose_deborah Sep 21 @ 8:34 PM EDT

#atchat @rziolkowski What is Snap and Read for ELLs?

mpdoty Sep 21 @ 8:34 PM EDT

@JenniferSavedge @JudithSchoonov1 @mmatp @rziolkowski when filling out forms about a student I ask for the paras input #atchat

Sheilaw8 Sep 21 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Para experience and consultation time is always an issue, but I do build in consult tech time in my student IEPS #atchat #atudl

Joangrowthminds Sep 21 @ 8:34 PM EDT

A3: frequently check in with IT support at our school for equipment support & device repair #atchat

mmatp - Moderator Sep 21 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Q5:How does your team plan for AT integration throughout the school day? What does that look like? #atchat

Lydia_Schuck Sep 21 @ 8:35 PM EDT

UDL offers options and often low-tech, when well-designed #atchat

Mrbrown1701 Sep 21 @ 8:35 PM EDT

A3: We have a tech support person in our building 2 days a week. But I can never remember which 2 days! #atchat

KelbRiechers Sep 21 @ 8:35 PM EDT

A3: small school shared IT guy, he is great and will try to service or find a way if he doesn't know #atchat

JenniferSavedge Sep 21 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A4:multiple plans of attack! Sign-ups,Afterschoolsessions, Teaching Ss side-by-side with Ts, Peer-led sessions rather than by me #atchat

RMJBaz Sep 21 @ 8:36 PM EDT

@anneriello Not yet but I'm hoping it's coming our way! We have to push for it! #atchat #atudl16

mmatp - Moderator Sep 21 @ 8:36 PM EDT

Just a quick tweet to say that all our new #ATchat friends are doing a great job tonight. The convo is fast but keep participating

benncsb Sep 21 @ 8:36 PM EDT

Q5 My student takes his iPad to some of his pullouts with AP overlap #atchat

lrdichiara Sep 21 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A4: I am offering a 90 min PD in my district to support staff and running an AT class at our teacher center. #atchat

tosipenko Sep 21 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A3. I think we can use the help of IT department for repairs #atchat

wernedat Sep 21 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A5: totally depends on Ss and needs - for AAC might be targeted 3 times at first where we are strongly encouraging use with scripts #ATChat

rziolkowski Sep 21 @ 8:37 PM EDT

@mmatp #atchat We have started training AT use habits. When teacher says "Read" that mans....use Snap & Read what ever tools you need!

Lydia_Schuck Sep 21 @ 8:37 PM EDT

AT means many different things in the blindness world. Lots of different techniques/devices, many are low tech, though specialized. #atchat

KarenJan - Moderator Sep 21 @ 8:37 PM EDT

@mmatp Agree. Great to see so many new people contributing to the discussion! #ATchat https://t.co/dPdeRvM6lz

mmatp - Moderator Sep 21 @ 8:36 PM EDT

Just a quick tweet to say that all our new #ATchat friends are doing a great job tonight. The convo is fast but keep participating

krinewong Sep 21 @ 8:37 PM EDT

Q3: Love to hear what others are doing. Students are getting 1:1 Chromebooks and there's not much of a plan when they get broken #atchat

rziolkowski Sep 21 @ 8:37 PM EDT

@mmatp #atchat I agree-it is so exciting to see so many new peeps! Yeah!

HollyMacKay7 Sep 21 @ 8:37 PM EDT

@lrdichiara A5: Integration is trial by fire! #atchat

kclarke5240 Sep 21 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A5. Depends on grade and need of student but will start with one class or subject and work on collecting data about effectiveness #ATchat

KellyFonner Sep 21 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A2 rather than AT training being separate, look to embed it into other training events that are going on in the school #atchat

mpdoty Sep 21 @ 8:37 PM EDT

@mmatp We have very little PD, the needest students get what is available. #atchat

JenniferSavedge Sep 21 @ 8:38 PM EDT

@speechrockerPC Sounds like the need for a process! #atchat

HollyMacKay7 Sep 21 @ 8:38 PM EDT

@lrdichiara Love it! Has there been much interest? #atchat

lrdichiara Sep 21 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A4 con't: Modeling the devices in real time is critical for S and T success. Pushing into classes & working 1:1 w/ students is best #atchat

Joangrowthminds Sep 21 @ 8:38 PM EDT

Q5: AT integration through regular consult - classroom teachers & students' team; efficient storage of equipment; freq. check-ins #atchat

dana_huekell Sep 21 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A5. If the student is independently proficient, he takes the tool to all classes. #atchat

mmatp - Moderator Sep 21 @ 8:39 PM EDT

@KellyFonner great point. keeping it separate gives staff reason to say "it's not for me" #ATchat

mnld1124 Sep 21 @ 8:39 PM EDT

in my kids school they have a help desk run by students and a loaner option if yours has to be repaired #atchat #atudl16

lrdichiara Sep 21 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A5: I'm provided sub coverage for class Ts and support staff joins if they can. I meet with Ps separately & push in to work w/ Ss #atchat

carson_bug Sep 21 @ 8:40 PM EDT

@kclarke5240 Karen do you see a student weekly or bimonthly at first? #atchat

JenniferSavedge Sep 21 @ 8:40 PM EDT

@bcdtech I remember a 10% strategy for planning budget for repair, maintenance, etc. #atchat

KellyFonner Sep 21 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A3 1st steps shud b What is the Dstr plan for typical Ss broken Chromebk? or the Districts Chromebk, shud b no diffrnt 4 SpEd CBk #atchat

michugo17 Sep 21 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A5 integration is planned with the classroom teacher, SPED and para is brought on board through consults #atchat

lrdichiara Sep 21 @ 8:40 PM EDT

@HollyMacKay7 The 90 min PD is mandatory 4 all staff to attend through our teacher contract (so they're there interest or not! LOL) #atchat

mpdoty Sep 21 @ 8:41 PM EDT

@lrdichiara That is great #atchat

rziolkowski Sep 21 @ 8:41 PM EDT

#atchat anyone multitasking and watching speechless....OMG this is spot on! Wow!

HollyMacKay7 Sep 21 @ 8:41 PM EDT

@lrdichiara That is fabulous! #atchat

swimbikerun18 Sep 21 @ 8:42 PM EDT

@rziolkowski Yup! #atchat

speechrockerPC Sep 21 @ 8:42 PM EDT

@rziolkowski not that talented! #atchat

mmatp - Moderator Sep 21 @ 8:42 PM EDT

@rziolkowski I was planning to watch it later or tomorrow. I can't focus on too many things at once! #Atchat

dana_huekell Sep 21 @ 8:42 PM EDT

@rziolkowski I'm recording it. #atchat

KellyFonner Sep 21 @ 8:42 PM EDT

@JenniferSavedge @bcdtech yes, percentage r typically what IT decides, Sped should b right in that number, not separate #atchat

MelissaDerrAT Sep 21 @ 8:42 PM EDT

@mpdoty @mmatp @JudithSchoonov1 @rziolkowski YES!fought to get paras to attend PD Friday. Hope to get some buy-in #atchat

MelissaDerrAT Sep 21 @ 8:43 PM EDT

@mpdoty @mmatp @JudithSchoonov1 @rziolkowski paras are with the students the most and could have huge impact #atchat

lrdichiara Sep 21 @ 8:43 PM EDT

@mpdoty I'm VERY lucky 2 work 4 a district who supports my vision 4 AT integration. It's booming @ rapidly b/c it's needed #atchat

wernedat Sep 21 @ 8:43 PM EDT

@mmatp @rziolkowski me too - but, how awesome is the concept of the show to begin with?!?!? #ATChat

MelissaDerrAT Sep 21 @ 8:43 PM EDT

@rziolkowski @speechrockerPC how did you do this? #atchat

JudithSchoonov1 Sep 21 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Hey everyone- I am multitasking during the chat tonight. Be sure to Catch Speechless on ABC! #ATchat

KellyFonner Sep 21 @ 8:44 PM EDT

@rziolkowski Speechless has been endorsed by United Cerebral Palsy Association #atchat

JenniferSavedge Sep 21 @ 8:44 PM EDT

@mmatp so proud of all the #atchat first-timers out there!

KarenJan - Moderator Sep 21 @ 8:44 PM EDT

@JudithSchoonov1 Can't wait but I am DVRing it. #ATchat https://t.co/HwPrCGAJux

JudithSchoonov1 Sep 21 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Hey everyone- I am multitasking during the chat tonight. Be sure to Catch Speechless on ABC! #ATchat

bcdtech Sep 21 @ 8:44 PM EDT

@JenniferSavedge That may have been at a school where they have a replacement cycle and a proactive plan :-) #atchat

MelissaDerrAT Sep 21 @ 8:44 PM EDT

@rziolkowski @mpdoty @JenniferSavedge @K_Gagnon6 Suggestions? I get "yes"-ed to death then no follow thru #atchat

speechrockerPC Sep 21 @ 8:45 PM EDT

@JudithSchoonov1 what is it about? #atchat

LoriWild56 Sep 21 @ 8:45 PM EDT

#atchat trying to keep up but you guys move fast

rziolkowski Sep 21 @ 8:45 PM EDT

@JenniferSavedge @mmatp #atchat How did everyone find this fantastic chat?

mpdoty Sep 21 @ 8:45 PM EDT

@MelissaDerrAT @mmatp @JudithSchoonov1 @rziolkowski . I think it is important our is very short staffed this year #atchat

JudithSchoonov1 Sep 21 @ 8:45 PM EDT

@KarenJan It will definitely be a great #ATchat future topic!

JenniferSavedge Sep 21 @ 8:45 PM EDT

@krinewong important to convince admins to include $ for support and training and not devote the entire budget to "stuff" #atchat

Parker52315 Sep 21 @ 8:46 PM EDT

Q5. AT not being utilized enough in the classrooms.... #atchat

lrdichiara Sep 21 @ 8:46 PM EDT

@JenniferSavedge @K_Gagnon6 I agree Jennifer! Im 1 person and it becomes to much to do it all #atchat

KarenJan - Moderator Sep 21 @ 8:46 PM EDT

@JudithSchoonov1 Great idea to discuss the show. Do you want to lead the topic? #ATchat

dana_huekell Sep 21 @ 8:46 PM EDT

This is interesting but I'm too slow. #atchat

mmatp - Moderator Sep 21 @ 8:46 PM EDT

@rziolkowski @JenniferSavedge These new chatters are part of the course that we are teaching in MA #ATchat #atudl16

KellyFonner Sep 21 @ 8:46 PM EDT

@MelissaDerrAT @rziolkowski @mpdoty @JenniferSavedge @K_Gagnon6 so important to try to get an AT member into the IT team meetings #atchat

LoriWild56 Sep 21 @ 8:46 PM EDT

#atchat is there a way to go back and review this? So many people made awesome suggestions of places to research

EGraniero Sep 21 @ 8:46 PM EDT

as software and hardware chnage how do you evaluate when it is necessary to upgrade device #atchat

rziolkowski Sep 21 @ 8:46 PM EDT

@MelissaDerrAT #atchat Used computer cart for computers & took a class period to train the students. Ss helped each other

KellyFonner Sep 21 @ 8:47 PM EDT

@JenniferSavedge @krinewong Yes, there are materials available from ISTE that advise. Jennifer... #atchat

rziolkowski Sep 21 @ 8:47 PM EDT

@JenniferSavedge @krinewong #atchat showing data on outcomes makes it easy!

swimbikerun18 Sep 21 @ 8:48 PM EDT

@rziolkowski @MelissaDerrAT Perfect! Starting with the kids teaching each other is something I will surely do. #atchat

JenniferSavedge Sep 21 @ 8:48 PM EDT

@KarenJan @KellyFonner After 3 years in one district, AT is finally on IT's radar and invited to the TECH PD party! #atchat

MelissaDerrAT Sep 21 @ 8:48 PM EDT

Suggestions for reaching ALL team members for training? hard to get all parties together-Ts have very little time #atchat

rziolkowski Sep 21 @ 8:49 PM EDT

@MelissaDerrAT @mpdoty @JenniferSavedge @K_Gagnon6 #atchat Usage data and data walks starts to address this!

mmatp - Moderator Sep 21 @ 8:49 PM EDT

Q7:What learning opportunities do you create for family members to ensure successful AT implementation? #ATchat

CwiseCarol Sep 21 @ 8:49 PM EDT

@mmatp THANK YOU! This moves so quickly! #atudl16 #atchat

lrdichiara Sep 21 @ 8:49 PM EDT

@EGraniero This happened this year 2 me. I was using one device and a better one came out so I am slowly swapping out the "old" ones #atchat

KellyFonner Sep 21 @ 8:49 PM EDT

@rziolkowski @JenniferSavedge @krinewong We want 2 make sure that the data is not just quantitative. Sometimes # alone R deceptiv . #atchat

bcdtech Sep 21 @ 8:49 PM EDT

@LoriWild56 I use https://t.co/a4ar93JtHS and save the resources #atchat

carson_bug Sep 21 @ 8:50 PM EDT

@JenniferSavedge @KarenJan @KellyFonner Must feel good to be finally invited! #atchat

benncsb Sep 21 @ 8:50 PM EDT

Q7 We really offer nothing to families #atchat

JudithSchoonov1 Sep 21 @ 8:50 PM EDT

@speechrockerPC https://t.co/KiwkIRuMSr Family including child with special needs #ATchat

speechrockerPC Sep 21 @ 8:50 PM EDT

A7 I invite parents to join in my speech sessions so they can use the AT at home. #atchat

mmatp - Moderator Sep 21 @ 8:50 PM EDT

A7: I offer "back to school" AT events at schools. Happen at night-focus on tools the district uses. Opens a dialog for sure #ATchat

KellyFonner Sep 21 @ 8:50 PM EDT

@MelissaDerrAT Tr y 2 think that training does not have 2 b everyone in 1 place together. Use indistrict options- Moodle, Edmodo,etc #atchat

mmatp - Moderator Sep 21 @ 8:51 PM EDT

Don’t forget-we are always looking for guest moderators. Fill out the form: https://t.co/wUQEjE6Lej #ATchat

AhteachermomMA Sep 21 @ 8:51 PM EDT

A7: We invite parents to come in and meet with AT person or case manager and go through recommendations #atchat

anneriello Sep 21 @ 8:51 PM EDT

A7. Finding these q's hard to answer being so unfamiliar with what is available in my district!! #ATchat

michugo17 Sep 21 @ 8:51 PM EDT

A7 monthly consults or a simple call or email to update, train and involve parents in the new AT technology/accessibility #atchat

mpdoty Sep 21 @ 8:51 PM EDT

@bcdtech @LoriWild56 Thanks, I'll have to look into that #atchat

MelissaDerrAT Sep 21 @ 8:51 PM EDT

A7: we have a Sp.Ed. Ps group, I have done presentations for before. Informed of resources in district #atchat

mmatp - Moderator Sep 21 @ 8:51 PM EDT

@benncsb great opportunity to build relationships. Start small-webpage to share info. Use Twitter! #Atchat

dana_huekell Sep 21 @ 8:51 PM EDT

@mmatp Good idea. I'll be ready next year. #atchat

lrdichiara Sep 21 @ 8:51 PM EDT

Q7: Families are provided 1:1 training be4 devices are sent home. I created reference guides for each app and device 2 use at home #atchat

KellyFonner Sep 21 @ 8:52 PM EDT

@michugo17 To get familiar w/what ur District is doing in AT. Go thru the QIAT Qualtity Indicator matrices. https://t.co/lj7btmilE9 #atchat

speechrockerPC Sep 21 @ 8:52 PM EDT

@lrdichiara fantastic! #atchat

rziolkowski Sep 21 @ 8:52 PM EDT

@EGraniero #atchat Great? In cloud based world tools r going 2 change frequently.Simplicity, depth of features vs quantity is our focus.

EGraniero Sep 21 @ 8:52 PM EDT

@lrdichiara how do you determine when to wait and when to get a new device when things change so fast, student need/ feature match? #atchat

mmatp - Moderator Sep 21 @ 8:52 PM EDT

@anneriello That's ok. Now you have more questions to ask in your school! Find out how you do things #ATchat

benncsb Sep 21 @ 8:52 PM EDT

@mmatp Ha Ha but a good suggestion. #atchat

tosipenko Sep 21 @ 8:52 PM EDT

Agree, it is in our future #atchat

JudithSchoonov1 Sep 21 @ 8:52 PM EDT

@mmatp Great idea- we were just talking about that at AT Team mtg. today...involving parents more beyond specific training #ATchat

JenniferSavedge Sep 21 @ 8:53 PM EDT

@MelissaDerrAT I am becoming a big fan of centralizing resources and using screencasts! Just-in-time and Repeat! #atchat

Parker52315 Sep 21 @ 8:53 PM EDT

@mmatp Thank you Mike! This is a bit fast paced when you're not used to it...lol.#ATchat.

Mrbrown1701 Sep 21 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A7: Joined Bloomz! Great way to communicate w/family. Can post pics of classroom activities & updates. Have 100% from parents. #ATchat

KellyFonner Sep 21 @ 8:54 PM EDT

@benncsb 1st find out what already exists 4 families on AT, connect to that, build upon it with your local resources, don't reinvent #atchat

mpdoty Sep 21 @ 8:54 PM EDT

@JudithSchoonov1 @mmatp This is important. I like it #atchat

lrdichiara Sep 21 @ 8:54 PM EDT

@EGraniero In this case there was a drastic difference in the overall functioning of the 2nd device. It seemed remiss 2 not upgrade. #atchat

JudithSchoonov1 Sep 21 @ 8:54 PM EDT

@CTDInstitute @possbeth Already signed up! Can't wait! #ATchat

JenniferSavedge Sep 21 @ 8:54 PM EDT

A7: I Always offer/invite meeting with parents and sharing resources shared with the other members of the team. #atchat

mmatp - Moderator Sep 21 @ 8:54 PM EDT

@JudithSchoonov1 works really well. Did trainings last year several times. Hoping to do more this year #ATchat

speechrockerPC Sep 21 @ 8:54 PM EDT

i feel like i should be taking notes to remember everything! #atchat

benncsb Sep 21 @ 8:55 PM EDT

@speechrockerPC I agree #atchat

mmatp - Moderator Sep 21 @ 8:55 PM EDT

Bonus question: Do you want to continue the #ATchat book club this year? Share some book title ideas

LoriWild56 Sep 21 @ 8:55 PM EDT

#atchat thank you Maureen More resources out there I never knew existed for both my students and myself. Alone is full time job

carson_bug Sep 21 @ 8:55 PM EDT

@lrdichiara Wow Leslie, that sounds great and so helpful #atchat

lrdichiara Sep 21 @ 8:55 PM EDT

@speechrockerPC It's been a huge asset. There's a direct correlation in the success rate & the family's ability to support the AT #atchat

JenniferSavedge Sep 21 @ 8:55 PM EDT

@carson_bug @KarenJan @KellyFonner It's a start! #atchat

jose_deborah Sep 21 @ 8:56 PM EDT

#atchat Thx for letting me mostly a lurker tonight. Y'all know so much! Fun to try to keep up.

lrdichiara Sep 21 @ 8:57 PM EDT

Q7: My blog is also posted on the local SEPTA FB page as a resource for families. #atchat https://t.co/DvulOLiZ8U

mmatp - Moderator Sep 21 @ 8:57 PM EDT

Did you miss something tonight? Don’t worry-we will post the Storify from tonight’s #ATchat tomorrow morning

benncsb Sep 21 @ 8:57 PM EDT

Wow some people send devices home? #atchat

mmatp - Moderator Sep 21 @ 8:57 PM EDT

@jose_deborah Glad you were here. You can always review the tweets later #ATchat

dana_huekell Sep 21 @ 8:57 PM EDT

@mmatp I would like to join this year. #atchat

joysped Sep 21 @ 8:57 PM EDT

@mmatp Mike, what book club? #atchat

mpdoty Sep 21 @ 8:57 PM EDT

@mmatp Thank you #atchat

wernedat Sep 21 @ 8:57 PM EDT

@benncsb Yes, if it is needed and warranted, devices go between home and school. in FL it’s almost always that way. #ATChat

mmatp - Moderator Sep 21 @ 8:58 PM EDT

Make sure to follow everyone from today’s #atchat Let’s continue to learn and share!

benncsb Sep 21 @ 8:58 PM EDT

How do we find that tomorrow? @mmatp #atchat

KellyFonner Sep 21 @ 8:58 PM EDT

@benncsb A7 an AT Fam Resource supported w/federal $$ is Center on Technology & Disability https://t.co/JIlFSzPrSc #atchat

possbeth Sep 21 @ 8:58 PM EDT

A7 Chiming in really late, but we do nite parent SEFEL training not really AT but on UDL low tech strategies https://t.co/vjQb88XqfU #atchat

rziolkowski Sep 21 @ 8:58 PM EDT

#atchat It was a fast chat! Have a great week everyone! So glad to see folks build capacity!

mmatp - Moderator Sep 21 @ 8:58 PM EDT

@joysped Last year we did an #ATchat book club. Picked one book a month and dedicated one chat to discuss the book.

swimbikerun18 Sep 21 @ 8:58 PM EDT

@benncsb @mmatp Good Q! #atchat

joysped Sep 21 @ 8:58 PM EDT

@mmatp Sounds terrific! #atchat

lrdichiara Sep 21 @ 8:58 PM EDT

@mmatp I'd love to do a book chat on Fish in a Tree #atchat

mmatp - Moderator Sep 21 @ 8:59 PM EDT

Special thx to the #atudl16 group Hope you become regulars! Follow our hashtag to connect with a great group of AT peeps #ATchat

HollyMacKay7 Sep 21 @ 8:59 PM EDT

@mmatp @joysped I'm in! #atchat

mmatp - Moderator Sep 21 @ 8:59 PM EDT

@benncsb Follow the #ATchat hashtag and I will post the link in the morning to the Storify

KarenJan - Moderator Sep 21 @ 8:59 PM EDT

Thx for making this #atchat one of our best! Please come back next week.

RMJBaz Sep 21 @ 8:59 PM EDT

Lots of things to think about and questions to ask our district! #atchat #atudl16

Joangrowthminds Sep 21 @ 8:59 PM EDT

Thanks everyone! It was quite a "rapid fire" experience! Looking forward to Mike's "Storify" tomorrow and perhaps a future bookclub #atchat

JenniferSavedge Sep 21 @ 8:59 PM EDT

What a fast-paced and wonderfully informative chat! So delighted to be a part of it! #atchat

wernedat Sep 21 @ 8:59 PM EDT

@KarenJan Agreed Karen - this week was fun with lots of new voices! #ATChat

bcdtech Sep 21 @ 8:59 PM EDT

@mpdoty @mmatp https://t.co/lzvPgH2pq4 #atchat