#ATchat Archive

#ATchat makes education and educational materials accessible to all students.
Wednesday November 9, 2016
8:00 PM EST
  • KarenJan - Moderator Nov 9 @ 8:00 PM EST
    Greetings to all as we start the November 9th #ATchat! How is everyone today?
  • KarenJan - Moderator Nov 9 @ 8:01 PM EST
    Tonight we have an Open Forum night. @mmatp can't join us as he's traveling home from Jacksonville. #ATchat
    In reply to @mmatp
  • KarenJan - Moderator Nov 9 @ 8:01 PM EST
    What questions do you have or what problems would you like to solve tonight? Ask away! #ATchat
  • KarenJan - Moderator Nov 9 @ 8:02 PM EST
    How did that happen? #ATchat How are you and welcome tonight!
    In reply to @wernedat, @mmatp
  • MrPumaMath Nov 9 @ 8:02 PM EST
    Tony Puma, HS Math teacher, Syracuse, NY #atchat
  • EGraniero Nov 9 @ 8:03 PM EST
    Emily from CT. Doing very good on road to getting a job as a paraprofessional. One interview down two more coming up. #atchat
  • bcdtech Nov 9 @ 8:03 PM EST
    Hello from western MA... tired- didn't get enough sleep last night #atchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • wernedat Nov 9 @ 8:03 PM EST
    Super odd question for the group but anyone work for a school system as a related service pers and billing Medicaid for AT eval? #atchat
  • KarenJan - Moderator Nov 9 @ 8:04 PM EST
    @EGraniero @bcdtech @major_education Welcome! Remember to use the #ATchat hashtag Great to see you all!
    In reply to @MrPumaMath, @EGraniero, @bcdtech, @major_education
  • wernedat Nov 9 @ 8:05 PM EST
    ok, really happy Friday is a holiday for me -translation - paperwork-catch-up-day-I-don't-get-paid-for. :) to be here #atchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • KarenJan - Moderator Nov 9 @ 8:05 PM EST
    @wernedat It's a great question to ask the group -I don't have an answer since I'm a private AT Consultant. Maybe someone else knows #ATchat
    • wernedat Nov 9 @ 8:03 PM EST
      Super odd question for the group but anyone work for a school system as a related service pers and billing Medicaid for AT eval? #atchat
  • KarenJan - Moderator Nov 9 @ 8:06 PM EST
    Yes, we love days off to catch up on the paper work and report writing! #ATchat In fact, I have to finish one tonight. ugh!
    In reply to @wernedat
    • wernedat Nov 9 @ 8:05 PM EST
      ok, really happy Friday is a holiday for me -translation - paperwork-catch-up-day-I-don't-get-paid-for. :) to be here #atchat
      In reply to @KarenJan
  • KarenJan - Moderator Nov 9 @ 8:07 PM EST
    Any one have success stories to share tonight? #ATchat
  • KarenJan - Moderator Nov 9 @ 8:08 PM EST
    What has been working well in your district the last few weeks? Please share! #ATchat
  • EGraniero Nov 9 @ 8:08 PM EST
    How would I work AT into paraprofessional job? Simply noticing a student struggles and making suggestions. or are there other ways? #atchat
  • bcdtech Nov 9 @ 8:09 PM EST
    I have regular scheduled time to meet with a 1:1 para to help figure things out for her Ss. #atchat
    In reply to @EGraniero
  • KarenJan - Moderator Nov 9 @ 8:09 PM EST
    Can you share your expertise? Have you had a chance to look at students' IEPs so you know what goals they are working on? #ATchat
    In reply to @EGraniero
    • EGraniero Nov 9 @ 8:08 PM EST
      How would I work AT into paraprofessional job? Simply noticing a student struggles and making suggestions. or are there other ways? #atchat
  • gallianstone Nov 9 @ 8:09 PM EST
    My Ss used their devices to #mysteryskype today. The kids we were skyping made yes/no cards to answer us with! #inclusion #udl #ATchat
  • den_hunt Nov 9 @ 8:10 PM EST
    Denise Hunt finally getting a chance to join after a day of learning with Don Johnston in beautiful SoCal! #ATchat
  • AssignmentHelpN Nov 9 @ 8:10 PM EST
    Top 10 Halloween Classroom Parties Snack Ideas https://t.co/OadBuvYIx0 #atchat #AVIDchat #BigBeacon #csk8 #currichat #EdBeat #2ndchat
  • massignmenthelp Nov 9 @ 8:10 PM EST
    How to Combat Plagiarism in Class https://t.co/6UNOBWDAE2 #atchat #AVIDchat #csk8 #ctedlead #currichat #EdBeat #edubkcl #2ndchat
  • KarenJan - Moderator Nov 9 @ 8:10 PM EST
    That is so cool! How did the kids respond? #ATChat
    In reply to @gallianstone
  • KarenJan - Moderator Nov 9 @ 8:10 PM EST
    Welcome - what were your big takeaways? #ATchat
    In reply to @den_hunt
    • den_hunt Nov 9 @ 8:10 PM EST
      Denise Hunt finally getting a chance to join after a day of learning with Don Johnston in beautiful SoCal! #ATchat
  • KarenJan - Moderator Nov 9 @ 8:11 PM EST
    What interests you about our topic and chat? Love that a future special educator is interested in AT! #ATchat
    In reply to @major_education
  • gallianstone Nov 9 @ 8:11 PM EST
    knowing tech/options will be a great asset to many Ts you work with #atchat
    In reply to @EGraniero
  • KarenJan - Moderator Nov 9 @ 8:12 PM EST
    Yes, Share your knowledge but in a way to suggest trialing something to replace something less effective. #ATchat
    In reply to @gallianstone, @EGraniero
  • rtopp Nov 9 @ 8:13 PM EST
    Learning about AT outside of school in adult life looking at a new job position #atchat
  • major_education Nov 9 @ 8:13 PM EST
    First time using a twitterchat and first time using twitter. Hi there, so excited!! #ATChat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • gallianstone Nov 9 @ 8:13 PM EST
    mine? They love it. The typical kids? Seemed to just take us in stride. The way I think it should be! #atchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • lrdichiara Nov 9 @ 8:13 PM EST
    Leslie from LI, NY jumping in late! One of these days I'll get my kids to bed earlier #atchat
  • KarenJan - Moderator Nov 9 @ 8:13 PM EST
    As the population ages, there will be an incredible need for AT for a variety of purposes. What are you hoping to do? #ATchat
    In reply to @rtopp
    • rtopp Nov 9 @ 8:13 PM EST
      Learning about AT outside of school in adult life looking at a new job position #atchat
  • EGraniero Nov 9 @ 8:14 PM EST
    not officially I've only discussed students needs with case managers and obtained goals that way. how I've done projects #atchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • KarenJan - Moderator Nov 9 @ 8:14 PM EST
    Welcome - great you made it here. The power of twitter is in the hashtags! #ATchat
    In reply to @major_education
  • gallianstone Nov 9 @ 8:14 PM EST
    being able to set up/troubleshoot is a really appreciated skill too! #atchat
    In reply to @KarenJan, @EGraniero
  • KarenJan - Moderator Nov 9 @ 8:15 PM EST
    So glad you could make it, people are sharing success stories - please share! #ATchat
    In reply to @lrdichiara
  • den_hunt Nov 9 @ 8:15 PM EST
    I'm having a difficult time convincing my admin that I can't see how a tool is working if it is not tied to a goal.#ATchat
  • rtopp Nov 9 @ 8:15 PM EST
    #ATchat AT position open with State working with home modifications and AT in the community
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • KarenJan - Moderator Nov 9 @ 8:15 PM EST
    Tell more about your inclusive model! #ATchat
    In reply to @gallianstone
    • gallianstone Nov 9 @ 8:13 PM EST
      mine? They love it. The typical kids? Seemed to just take us in stride. The way I think it should be! #atchat
      In reply to @KarenJan
  • MrPumaMath Nov 9 @ 8:16 PM EST
    First time using Twitter also! #atchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • wernedat Nov 9 @ 8:16 PM EST
    Then it becomes about how you write your goals #atchat #playtheirgame
    In reply to @den_hunt
  • KarenJan - Moderator Nov 9 @ 8:16 PM EST
    What are you currently doing? So you are going for a new position outside of schools? #ATchat
    In reply to @rtopp
  • lrdichiara Nov 9 @ 8:16 PM EST
    Training the paras is my greatest struggle w/ AT implem. bc there isn't time when they aren't w/ S, yet it's so impressed #atchat
    In reply to @EGraniero
  • den_hunt Nov 9 @ 8:16 PM EST
    #atchat wondering the same.
    In reply to @wernedat
  • major_education Nov 9 @ 8:17 PM EST
    haha yes. Just learned that from a howto video... #ATChat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • KarenJan - Moderator Nov 9 @ 8:17 PM EST
    Woohoo! We have two twitter newbies tonight! Soglad you could join us @MrPumaMath @major_education #ATchat
    In reply to @MrPumaMath, @major_education
  • MrPumaMath Nov 9 @ 8:17 PM EST
    First year teacher, one AT I've started using is word clouds for math vocabulary #atchat
  • rtopp Nov 9 @ 8:17 PM EST
    #ATchat special education teacher in a life skills classroom trying to get into the AT field not many positions in our state
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • KarenJan - Moderator Nov 9 @ 8:18 PM EST
    So how is AT addressed in your districts? What state are you from? #ATchat
    In reply to @rtopp
    • rtopp Nov 9 @ 8:17 PM EST
      #ATchat special education teacher in a life skills classroom trying to get into the AT field not many positions in our state
      In reply to @KarenJan
  • wernedat Nov 9 @ 8:18 PM EST
    I mean, if you write the goals, esp. Comm/Indep Fxn to include devices - the data coll follow #atchat
    In reply to @den_hunt
  • gallianstone Nov 9 @ 8:19 PM EST
    We don't have physical access to typical peers, so we connect virtually through skype & video messaging. It's been awesome #ATchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • EGraniero Nov 9 @ 8:19 PM EST
    pd days are a possible option for teaching paras about new tech/ implem. correct? #atchat
    In reply to @lrdichiara
  • KarenJan - Moderator Nov 9 @ 8:20 PM EST
    That sounds tremendous. How have you connected with other classrooms? #ATchat
    In reply to @gallianstone
    • gallianstone Nov 9 @ 8:19 PM EST
      We don't have physical access to typical peers, so we connect virtually through skype & video messaging. It's been awesome #ATchat
      In reply to @KarenJan
  • den_hunt Nov 9 @ 8:20 PM EST
    loved seeing uPar data and learned about turning off extensions while working on the internet for privacy #atchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • KarenJan - Moderator Nov 9 @ 8:20 PM EST
    Yes, 1:1 IAs often have the responsibility to implement the AT but don't know how. #ATchat
    In reply to @EGraniero, @lrdichiara
    • EGraniero Nov 9 @ 8:19 PM EST
      pd days are a possible option for teaching paras about new tech/ implem. correct? #atchat
      In reply to @lrdichiara
  • gallianstone Nov 9 @ 8:21 PM EST
    Projects like #GRA16 and #NPHC - just now investigating #mysteryskype. #ATChat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • rtopp Nov 9 @ 8:22 PM EST
    #ATchat by teacher and then we have at specialist through our esu but they are combined. ONLY 5 IN State Of NE
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • lrdichiara Nov 9 @ 8:22 PM EST
    many of my district's paras r PT/may not attend PDs. Also AT is S specific. I can give overview but each S uses it diff. #atchat
    In reply to @EGraniero
  • KarenJan - Moderator Nov 9 @ 8:22 PM EST
    What impact has it had on your Ss ability to generate language? Outside the box thinking. #ATchat #AAC
    In reply to @gallianstone
  • gallianstone Nov 9 @ 8:22 PM EST
    many of those are targeted for district initiatives. After the work days in Sept, it's catch as catch can. #atchat
    In reply to @EGraniero, @lrdichiara
  • EGraniero Nov 9 @ 8:22 PM EST
    how are IAs different then paras or are those interchangeable? #atchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • rtopp Nov 9 @ 8:22 PM EST
    #ATchat each school district has own policies. Our district has a coordinator we talk with and then go from there.
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • KarenJan - Moderator Nov 9 @ 8:23 PM EST
    How do FIVE people cover the entire state? #ATchat
    In reply to @rtopp
    • rtopp Nov 9 @ 8:22 PM EST
      #ATchat by teacher and then we have at specialist through our esu but they are combined. ONLY 5 IN State Of NE
      In reply to @KarenJan
  • lrdichiara Nov 9 @ 8:23 PM EST
    This is so true. I'm still trying 2 find a way 2 bridge this gap because their support is critical in + implem. #atchat
    In reply to @KarenJan, @EGraniero
  • KarenJan - Moderator Nov 9 @ 8:23 PM EST
    Interchangeable #ATchat
    In reply to @EGraniero
  • den_hunt Nov 9 @ 8:23 PM EST
    I'm not supposed to write goals either bcs I can't take data on whether goals are met. #atchat
    In reply to @wernedat
  • major_education Nov 9 @ 8:24 PM EST
    (take 2 with hashtags)ever meet staff who doesn't use AT bc they tried it once unsuccessfully? #atchat
    In reply to @KarenJan, @EGraniero, @lrdichiara
  • KarenJan - Moderator Nov 9 @ 8:24 PM EST
    Great question - can you ask again with #ATchat hashtag so the group sees it?
    In reply to @major_education
  • gallianstone Nov 9 @ 8:24 PM EST
    The real impact I see is on social language. Motivation to interact. I did a lot with twitter last year too-same effect #ATchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • bcdtech Nov 9 @ 8:25 PM EST
    Can paras have time on their regular schedule for checkin type PD? first year that I have a para with time on grid.#atchat
    In reply to @EGraniero
  • den_hunt Nov 9 @ 8:25 PM EST
    Success: meeting with an SLP who was interested in learning about ALgS, PAS, Podd, and core vocab. #ATchat
  • gallianstone Nov 9 @ 8:25 PM EST
    unfortunately, yes. Takes lots of modeling to get them over that! #ATchat
    In reply to @major_education, @KarenJan, @EGraniero, @lrdichiara
  • KarenJan - Moderator Nov 9 @ 8:25 PM EST
    Yes, but a trial of once is not a trial. Compare to baseline (pre-AT implementation) #ATchat
    In reply to @major_education, @EGraniero, @lrdichiara
    • major_education Nov 9 @ 8:24 PM EST
      (take 2 with hashtags)ever meet staff who doesn't use AT bc they tried it once unsuccessfully? #atchat
      In reply to @KarenJan, @EGraniero, @lrdichiara
  • major_education Nov 9 @ 8:26 PM EST
    like with a mentality that all children are the same? so sad...#atchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • KarenJan - Moderator Nov 9 @ 8:26 PM EST
    @den_hunt Fantastic! Tell us more! #ATchat
    In reply to @den_hunt
    • den_hunt Nov 9 @ 8:25 PM EST
      Success: meeting with an SLP who was interested in learning about ALgS, PAS, Podd, and core vocab. #ATchat
  • EGraniero Nov 9 @ 8:26 PM EST
    what about once they have been with student/ while target pd to different student profiles. (contt) #atchat
    In reply to @lrdichiara, @KarenJan
  • wernedat Nov 9 @ 8:26 PM EST
    that's why i collab with team and help T write goals that they can take data on... #atchat
    In reply to @den_hunt
  • rtopp Nov 9 @ 8:27 PM EST
    #ATchat they are more consulting and the school district implements. Most schools have tech integration people
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • KarenJan - Moderator Nov 9 @ 8:27 PM EST
    One size never fits all, didin't in the past and definitely applies now. #ATchat
    In reply to @major_education
    • major_education Nov 9 @ 8:26 PM EST
      like with a mentality that all children are the same? so sad...#atchat
      In reply to @KarenJan
  • lrdichiara Nov 9 @ 8:27 PM EST
    It's hard when AT fails during 1st experience. makes me work harder to show benefits when it's right #atchat
    In reply to @major_education, @EGraniero
  • wernedat Nov 9 @ 8:28 PM EST
    @major_education @EGraniero @lrdichiara model, show up ongoing & go to their biggest argument against and prob solve THAT 1st... #atchat
    In reply to @major_education, @EGraniero, @lrdichiara
  • KarenJan - Moderator Nov 9 @ 8:28 PM EST
    IEP teams must consider AT. Typically one trial doesn't meet the need to consider. How do they justify that? #ATchat
    In reply to @major_education
  • EGraniero Nov 9 @ 8:28 PM EST
    cont.. or make aware of websites with recrded webinars sucj as @ctdinstitute @understood #atchat
    In reply to @lrdichiara, @KarenJan, @CTDInstitute, @understood
  • KarenJan - Moderator Nov 9 @ 8:29 PM EST
    It's Open Forum night tonight - add your questions and ideas! I'm the guide on the side in the absence of @mmatp #ATchat
    In reply to @mmatp
  • major_education Nov 9 @ 8:30 PM EST
    Isn't it wonderful when something as minuscule as a widget to hold during morning meeting helps a child focus! #atchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • KarenJan - Moderator Nov 9 @ 8:30 PM EST
    With no support, aren't they setting student up for failure? How do they justify that? #ATchat
    In reply to @den_hunt
    • den_hunt Nov 9 @ 8:29 PM EST
      They are not established practices in my district. Ss would get an iPad w P2G and absolutely no support, training, trials.
      In reply to @KarenJan
  • KarenJan - Moderator Nov 9 @ 8:31 PM EST
    Yes! sometimes it's the simple, low-tech solutions that work best! #ATchat
    In reply to @major_education
    • major_education Nov 9 @ 8:30 PM EST
      Isn't it wonderful when something as minuscule as a widget to hold during morning meeting helps a child focus! #atchat
      In reply to @KarenJan
  • lrdichiara Nov 9 @ 8:31 PM EST
    Has anyone had success using AT for behavioral support? #atchat
  • bcdtech Nov 9 @ 8:32 PM EST
    Can you explain a bit more about what you mean? #atchat
    In reply to @lrdichiara
  • KarenJan - Moderator Nov 9 @ 8:32 PM EST
    Like what?Many behaviors are the result of tasks which are difficult. AT bypasses the learning challenge, reduces behvrs #ATchat
    In reply to @lrdichiara
  • lrdichiara Nov 9 @ 8:32 PM EST
    That's terrible! If there's no follow up support the success rate will plummet! #atchat
    In reply to @den_hunt, @KarenJan
  • VickiBostonSLP Nov 9 @ 8:33 PM EST
    Success story today- my student used a switch independently 14x to turn the TarHeelReader page & her #AugComm to comment 4x! #atchat
  • MrPumaMath Nov 9 @ 8:33 PM EST
    anyone have any good AT ideas to helpsupport ENL students in mathematics? #atchat
  • gallianstone Nov 9 @ 8:33 PM EST
    almost all of my behavior support strategies that aren't environmental mods are AT, but did you mean high-tech? #ATchat
    In reply to @lrdichiara
  • den_hunt Nov 9 @ 8:33 PM EST
    they couldn't, and we have many upset parents and kids who have lost out on years of language learning. #atchat. Tide will turn.
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • lrdichiara Nov 9 @ 8:34 PM EST
    sure! I've used AT to increase task compliance or visual schedules ASD Ss. Was curious if others use AT 2 support this too! #atchat
    In reply to @bcdtech
  • MelissaDerrAT Nov 9 @ 8:34 PM EST
    have used ipods or student phones with google forms to create indiv. positive behavior&strategies tracking forms #atchat
    In reply to @lrdichiara
  • gallianstone Nov 9 @ 8:34 PM EST
    Awesome! #ATChat
    • VickiBostonSLP Nov 9 @ 8:33 PM EST
      Success story today- my student used a switch independently 14x to turn the TarHeelReader page & her #AugComm to comment 4x! #atchat
  • den_hunt Nov 9 @ 8:34 PM EST
    @KarenJan this SLP has a great deal of pull in the district. She was convinced to implement! #ATchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • lrdichiara Nov 9 @ 8:35 PM EST
    yes high tech! I've had tremendous success using high tech AT for behavioral supports. Was curious if others did too! #atchat
    In reply to @gallianstone
  • rtopp Nov 9 @ 8:35 PM EST
    #ATChat my district doesn't use the AT person as we have tech people within district that train and suggest.
    In reply to @lrdichiara, @KarenJan
  • bcdtech Nov 9 @ 8:35 PM EST
    I battle against the AT ( tech) as a reward in my school. I see the connection for visual schedules, token economy. #atchat
    In reply to @lrdichiara
  • den_hunt Nov 9 @ 8:36 PM EST
    that's so fun to see Ss succeed! #atchat
    In reply to @VickiBostonSLP
  • KarenJan - Moderator Nov 9 @ 8:36 PM EST
    Welcome -and love that success story -that's what we're talking about! #ATchat
    In reply to @VickiBostonSLP
    • VickiBostonSLP Nov 9 @ 8:33 PM EST
      Success story today- my student used a switch independently 14x to turn the TarHeelReader page & her #AugComm to comment 4x! #atchat
  • lrdichiara Nov 9 @ 8:36 PM EST
    What about a talking calculator? They can connect the number with the words. #atchat
    In reply to @MrPumaMath
  • KarenJan - Moderator Nov 9 @ 8:37 PM EST
    Visual supports are AT. I find many schools do that part of AT implementation well but they stop short. #ATchat
    In reply to @lrdichiara, @bcdtech
    • lrdichiara Nov 9 @ 8:34 PM EST
      sure! I've used AT to increase task compliance or visual schedules ASD Ss. Was curious if others use AT 2 support this too! #atchat
      In reply to @bcdtech
  • VickiBostonSLP Nov 9 @ 8:37 PM EST
    we were so proud! We finally figured out she likes reading about the weather & feeling the fan. #ATChat
    In reply to @gallianstone
  • KarenJan - Moderator Nov 9 @ 8:38 PM EST
    Still not clear what you mean? What are the behaviors and antecedents? #ATchat
    In reply to @lrdichiara
    • lrdichiara Nov 9 @ 8:35 PM EST
      yes high tech! I've had tremendous success using high tech AT for behavioral supports. Was curious if others did too! #atchat
      In reply to @gallianstone
  • gallianstone Nov 9 @ 8:39 PM EST
    That is so cool! I had a S who used to love blowing paper (and other things) around her tray with a fan in science! #ATChat
    In reply to @VickiBostonSLP
  • KarenJan - Moderator Nov 9 @ 8:39 PM EST
    Question for the group - how successful are you recommending AT Consultation instead of AT Evaluations? #ATchat
  • wernedat Nov 9 @ 8:39 PM EST
    we have given S older ipods with apps like classdojo on it and reward music - AT bc they needed it to meet goals. #atchat
    In reply to @lrdichiara
  • lrdichiara Nov 9 @ 8:41 PM EST
    Success story: T shared today how her 4th gr S has made gains this year w/ AT support place & is blown away by what she can do ind #atchat
  • bcdtech Nov 9 @ 8:41 PM EST
    So far this year- 0 for 1... parents want an outside expert- full eval. #atchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • gallianstone Nov 9 @ 8:41 PM EST
    Heh. Any AT my Ss get is what I can convince my SLP or OT of. (Good thing they trust me!) #ATchat
    • KarenJan - Moderator Nov 9 @ 8:39 PM EST
      Question for the group - how successful are you recommending AT Consultation instead of AT Evaluations? #ATchat
  • wernedat Nov 9 @ 8:41 PM EST
    google docs with g(Math) add on #atchat
    In reply to @MrPumaMath
  • den_hunt Nov 9 @ 8:41 PM EST
    #ATchat need help with this! Too many evals for one person! I have 20 to do before end of Dec!
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • DHHteacherISin Nov 9 @ 8:41 PM EST
    Just popping in here. I follow Wisconsin's protocol https://t.co/mexU7QiWbB #atchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • major_education Nov 9 @ 8:41 PM EST
    @gallianstone I use alternative seating AT for behavior to minimize distractibility #atchat
    In reply to @KarenJan, @lrdichiara, @gallianstone
  • VickiBostonSLP Nov 9 @ 8:41 PM EST
    engagement makes all the difference! Next step is to hook a switch to the TarHeelReader voice output. #ATchat
    In reply to @gallianstone
  • KarenJan - Moderator Nov 9 @ 8:42 PM EST
    If it's ok with everyone, I need to leave by 8:45. Have to finish an AT Evaluation tonight! Keep the conversation going #ATchat
  • TaraWineinger Nov 9 @ 8:42 PM EST
    My SD purchased read&write for the entire district! 2 years of UDL conversation and data pays off. #ATchat #texthelp
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • wernedat Nov 9 @ 8:42 PM EST
    we call them AT Screenings and they have been super successful #atchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • gallianstone Nov 9 @ 8:42 PM EST
    Have you tried tumblebooks with her. My S is in love with them! I'm sure they have some good weather titles! :) #ATchat
    In reply to @VickiBostonSLP
  • KarenJan - Moderator Nov 9 @ 8:43 PM EST
    That is awesome. AT promotes independence. What can the student now do? #ATchat
    In reply to @lrdichiara
    • lrdichiara Nov 9 @ 8:41 PM EST
      Success story: T shared today how her 4th gr S has made gains this year w/ AT support place & is blown away by what she can do ind #atchat
  • MrPumaMath Nov 9 @ 8:43 PM EST
    I've never heard of the g(Math) add on, i will definitely check that out! TY! #atchat
    In reply to @wernedat
  • KarenJan - Moderator Nov 9 @ 8:43 PM EST
    Congratulations - you made a difference! #ATchat
    In reply to @TaraWineinger
    • TaraWineinger Nov 9 @ 8:42 PM EST
      My SD purchased read&write for the entire district! 2 years of UDL conversation and data pays off. #ATchat #texthelp
      In reply to @KarenJan
  • VickiBostonSLP Nov 9 @ 8:44 PM EST
    when I was in Boston we were somewhat successful b/c we had 2 people doing just consults who could consult sooner. #ATchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • KarenJan - Moderator Nov 9 @ 8:44 PM EST
    Do you work with the student as part of a screening? Does that then make it an evaluation with parent permission? #ATchat
    In reply to @wernedat
    • wernedat Nov 9 @ 8:42 PM EST
      we call them AT Screenings and they have been super successful #atchat
      In reply to @KarenJan
  • gallianstone Nov 9 @ 8:44 PM EST
    I hate that they're not connected. Really decreases S independent use of the books! #ATchat
    In reply to @VickiBostonSLP
  • den_hunt Nov 9 @ 8:44 PM EST
    #ATchat psychs think that bc parents ask for an AT evaluation they must followthru for timeline compliance. How do others handle?
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • KarenJan - Moderator Nov 9 @ 8:45 PM EST
    Yes, that's the big advantage. much quicker implementation. Ss with high incidence issues don't always need an eval #ATchat
    In reply to @VickiBostonSLP
    • VickiBostonSLP Nov 9 @ 8:44 PM EST
      when I was in Boston we were somewhat successful b/c we had 2 people doing just consults who could consult sooner. #ATchat
      In reply to @KarenJan
  • wernedat Nov 9 @ 8:45 PM EST
    add in voice typing in Gdocs and it's awesome for most everyone #atchat
    In reply to @MrPumaMath
  • DHHteacherISin Nov 9 @ 8:46 PM EST
    Depends - if it's for communication & parents request, that's an ADA issue. No timelines. #atchat
    In reply to @den_hunt, @KarenJan
  • KarenJan - Moderator Nov 9 @ 8:46 PM EST
    WE explain the difference and that there is more immediate implementation. Often parents like that. #ATchat
    In reply to @den_hunt
    • den_hunt Nov 9 @ 8:44 PM EST
      #ATchat psychs think that bc parents ask for an AT evaluation they must followthru for timeline compliance. How do others handle?
      In reply to @KarenJan
  • VickiBostonSLP Nov 9 @ 8:46 PM EST
    not yet. We haven't run out of fan/weather topics on TarHeelReader yet. 😀 but that's a good idea. #ATchat
    In reply to @gallianstone
  • wernedat Nov 9 @ 8:46 PM EST
    we have 60day timeline for AT evals-but if things are put in place w/screens then teams are usually amenable #atchat
    In reply to @den_hunt, @KarenJan
  • KarenJan - Moderator Nov 9 @ 8:47 PM EST
    So what's the diff between a screening and an eval? #ATchat
    In reply to @wernedat
  • lrdichiara Nov 9 @ 8:48 PM EST
    @gallianstone lack of task compliance (refusal to work), need for visual schedules, social stories, etc #atchat
    In reply to @KarenJan, @gallianstone
  • den_hunt Nov 9 @ 8:48 PM EST
    #ATChat pls explain further the ADA difference.
    In reply to @DHHteacherISin
  • wernedat Nov 9 @ 8:48 PM EST
    screen request happens w/i IEP meeting parent is notified but no consent until full eval. trying 4 school teams to do #atchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • KarenJan - Moderator Nov 9 @ 8:49 PM EST
    task avoidance is often becuz it's hard.remove the difficulty w/ AT which bypasses the challenge. Success/independence! #ATchat
    In reply to @lrdichiara
  • DHHteacherISin Nov 9 @ 8:49 PM EST
    ADA Title II Effective Communication.US DOE & DOJ sent Dear Colleague letter out last Nov. If S requests, must be provided #atchat
    In reply to @den_hunt
  • wernedat Nov 9 @ 8:49 PM EST
    screen=school team doing interventions w/ loan support from us; full eval is us coming in-geared to Sw low incidence dis; #atchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • KarenJan - Moderator Nov 9 @ 8:49 PM EST
    that's great if you can get approval during team meeting. #ATchat
    In reply to @wernedat
  • VickiBostonSLP Nov 9 @ 8:49 PM EST
    also reassured the team that a consult could turn into an eval if necessary (rarely was). #ATchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • tonyvincent Nov 9 @ 8:50 PM EST
    ℹ️ 21 Chrome Extensions for Struggling Students and Special Needs from @ericcurts https://t.co/pmJdou7kjZ #spedchat #atchat
    In reply to @ericcurts
  • lrdichiara Nov 9 @ 8:50 PM EST
    "Ear read" gr level material, STT produce writting. Cognitively had it there...just needed a means to show what she knew #atchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • DHHteacherISin Nov 9 @ 8:50 PM EST
    in a timely manner. This applies to AT communication. No IEP needed. Preferences of S/Fam are paramount. #atchat
    In reply to @den_hunt
  • KarenJan - Moderator Nov 9 @ 8:50 PM EST
    @VickiBostonSLP Great - reassuring for parent that their child will get what they need. #ATchat
    In reply to @VickiBostonSLP
  • wernedat Nov 9 @ 8:50 PM EST
    if parent requests consent for full eval, that's what we do - but usually we go screen 1st. #atchat
    In reply to @DHHteacherISin, @den_hunt, @KarenJan
  • gallianstone Nov 9 @ 8:50 PM EST
    Students do well when they can... Refusal=lack of skills. AT needs to support skill not just compliance/"motivation" #ATchat
    • KarenJan - Moderator Nov 9 @ 8:49 PM EST
      task avoidance is often becuz it's hard.remove the difficulty w/ AT which bypasses the challenge. Success/independence! #ATchat
      In reply to @lrdichiara
  • KarenJan - Moderator Nov 9 @ 8:51 PM EST
    Score for the win! We need more teachers to get it! #ATchat
    In reply to @lrdichiara
    • lrdichiara Nov 9 @ 8:50 PM EST
      "Ear read" gr level material, STT produce writting. Cognitively had it there...just needed a means to show what she knew #atchat
      In reply to @KarenJan
  • DHHteacherISin Nov 9 @ 8:51 PM EST
    Right on if parents ask for eval. If they ask for the auxililary aid/service no waiting on eval. #atchat
    In reply to @wernedat, @den_hunt, @KarenJan
  • den_hunt Nov 9 @ 8:52 PM EST
    Loved chatting. Thanks everyone. #ATchat
  • lrdichiara Nov 9 @ 8:52 PM EST
    @KarenJan Absolutely! Break down the barriers and let the compliance flow! #atchat
    In reply to @gallianstone, @KarenJan
  • DHHteacherISin Nov 9 @ 8:52 PM EST
    Thanks for letting me chime in a little late. #atchat
  • wernedat Nov 9 @ 8:53 PM EST
    that is too many. can school SLP or OT help with some of some of them? observations or??? #atchat
    In reply to @den_hunt
  • KarenJan - Moderator Nov 9 @ 8:53 PM EST
    Absolutely agree - no S willingly fails. They are often trying as hard as they can. Need AT to level the playing field #ATchat
    In reply to @gallianstone
    • gallianstone Nov 9 @ 8:50 PM EST
      Students do well when they can... Refusal=lack of skills. AT needs to support skill not just compliance/"motivation" #ATchat
      • KarenJan - Moderator Nov 9 @ 8:49 PM EST
        task avoidance is often becuz it's hard.remove the difficulty w/ AT which bypasses the challenge. Success/independence! #ATchat
        In reply to @lrdichiara
  • major_education Nov 9 @ 8:53 PM EST
    Success story: while subbing 2day I saw a teacher put in a sleeve for a graphic organizer to help a student free write letters #atchat
  • KarenJan - Moderator Nov 9 @ 8:53 PM EST
    All are welcome, whenever! Great you could make it. #ATchat
    In reply to @DHHteacherISin
  • wernedat Nov 9 @ 8:53 PM EST
    always, glad you were here #atchat
    In reply to @DHHteacherISin
  • DHHteacherISin Nov 9 @ 8:54 PM EST
    https://t.co/58pFbMQT1f #atchat
  • KarenJan - Moderator Nov 9 @ 8:54 PM EST
    Thanks for sharing. Success can be as simple as a low-tech solution. #ATchat
    In reply to @major_education
  • lrdichiara Nov 9 @ 8:54 PM EST
    way too much for one person and unrealistic deadline. We give projection dates within the district to manage expectations #atchat
    In reply to @den_hunt
  • KarenJan - Moderator Nov 9 @ 8:55 PM EST
    Any final thoughts or questions as we wind down? (tried to leave by 8:45 but too many good comments!) #ATchat
  • den_hunt Nov 9 @ 8:55 PM EST
    #ATchat such a need at this point that I realize we'll just have to work thru these pains until our process is better established
    In reply to @wernedat
  • DHHteacherISin Nov 9 @ 8:55 PM EST
    Do a time study for a wk where you document every min of what you do - that seems to make an impact for change #atchat
    In reply to @lrdichiara, @den_hunt
  • KarenJan - Moderator Nov 9 @ 8:55 PM EST
    @lrdichiara @den_hunt Unfortunately, we have to complete the evals within a 45 day timeline.Tough to do sometimes. #ATchat
    • lrdichiara Nov 9 @ 8:54 PM EST
      way too much for one person and unrealistic deadline. We give projection dates within the district to manage expectations #atchat
      In reply to @den_hunt
  • EGraniero Nov 9 @ 8:56 PM EST
    Thank you fr your input everyone, very helpful as always #atchat
  • KarenJan - Moderator Nov 9 @ 8:56 PM EST
    Sometimes you have to be out of compliance to get support from admin. #ATchat
    In reply to @DHHteacherISin, @lrdichiara, @den_hunt
    • DHHteacherISin Nov 9 @ 8:55 PM EST
      Do a time study for a wk where you document every min of what you do - that seems to make an impact for change #atchat
      In reply to @lrdichiara, @den_hunt
  • KarenJan - Moderator Nov 9 @ 8:57 PM EST
    Good luck - keep us posted. #ATchat
    In reply to @EGraniero
  • EGraniero Nov 9 @ 8:57 PM EST
    I definitely will. #atchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • KarenJan - Moderator Nov 9 @ 8:57 PM EST
    Good night all. Thanks for joining us. Once again the hour flew by even without @mmatp's commentary! #ATchat
    In reply to @mmatp
  • KarenJan - Moderator Nov 9 @ 8:58 PM EST
    Hoping that @lrdichiara will be co-moderating soon! #ATchat If you are interested, please let us know.
    In reply to @lrdichiara
  • DHHteacherISin Nov 9 @ 8:58 PM EST
    1 district I worked w/ Ts got cell phones (hush $) another district hired 1 more T due to time study #atchat
    In reply to @KarenJan, @lrdichiara, @den_hunt
  • DHHteacherISin Nov 9 @ 8:59 PM EST
    Keep fighting the good fight #atchat
  • den_hunt Nov 9 @ 8:59 PM EST
    #ATchat that is true. I took the job knowing that I was going build AT from ground up in my district. Exhausting, exciting.
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • KarenJan - Moderator Nov 9 @ 8:59 PM EST
    See you next Wednesday! #ATchat