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MrsMurat Oct 19 @ 8:00 PM EDT

What is YOUR social brand?https://t.co/n3qGyv17rw #atchat #avidchat #csk8 #fledchat #gwinchat #ldcchat #ncadmin #currichat #novaedchat

KarenJan - Moderator Oct 19 @ 8:00 PM EDT

If this is your first time joining #ATchat, please let us know. We LOVE newbies and welcome all.

attipscast Oct 19 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Thanks for inviting me to host! I’m super excited to get started! #Atchat

KarenJan - Moderator Oct 19 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Our topic tonight is "How do we inspire other educators to embrace inclusive practices?" Share your secrets and strategies. #ATchat

mmatp - Moderator Oct 19 @ 8:02 PM EDT

So excited to have @attipscast lead our discussion tonight. Joining in from the #ATK16 conf in MI. Follow over the next couple days #ATchat

attipscast Oct 19 @ 8:02 PM EDT

@KarenJan Right! No more secrets! The time to share is now! #Atchat

KarenJan - Moderator Oct 19 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Hope that there are others at #CTG16 who can join us. #ATchat

mmatp - Moderator Oct 19 @ 8:03 PM EDT

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

KarenJan - Moderator Oct 19 @ 8:03 PM EDT

@attipscast Absolutely. We gotta share what works so all kids benefit. So glad you can lead us tonight. #ATchat

KarenJan - Moderator Oct 19 @ 8:04 PM EDT

@mmatp Woohoo! Just noticing the new twitter pic. When did you change it? #ATchat (I like it)

attipscast Oct 19 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Okay! Here comes Question 1 for #Atchat

mmatp - Moderator Oct 19 @ 8:04 PM EDT

@KarenJan thx! I changing it over the summer. #ATchat

den_hunt Oct 19 @ 8:04 PM EDT

#atchat hopeful to hear good suggestions. Denise from CA JOINING.

attipscast Oct 19 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Q1: Where do you work, in what capacity, and with whom? #ATchat

KarenJan - Moderator Oct 19 @ 8:05 PM EDT

@mmatp Yikes, shows how observant I am. #ATchat

attipscast Oct 19 @ 8:05 PM EDT

@den_hunt Welcome Denise! #Atchat

mmatp - Moderator Oct 19 @ 8:05 PM EDT

@den_hunt So glad you can join us Denise #ATchat

KarenJan - Moderator Oct 19 @ 8:06 PM EDT

A1 - I'm an AT Consultant - work in school districts in the Greater Boston area. We are swamped with referrals to support Ss and Ts #ATchat

azspeechguy Oct 19 @ 8:06 PM EDT

@attipscast A1: I work for @PrentkeRomich as the central/northern AZ Consultant, work with kids to adults -setup,training,support #atchat

darlaashton Oct 19 @ 8:06 PM EDT

A1: public school system, AT Coordinator and Bx Team member, w/ students and coaching teachers #Atchat

attipscast Oct 19 @ 8:06 PM EDT

A1: Northern VA, I work as an "Assistive Technology Trainer" helping educators brainstorm what to do to help Ss meet goals. #Atchat

bcdtech Oct 19 @ 8:06 PM EDT

@KarenJan @mmatp Hello from western MA... sorry to be late- was setting up a breakout for 5th grade tomorrow. #Atchat

den_hunt Oct 19 @ 8:07 PM EDT

I am a new AT specIalist. Took on this overwhelming job partially because I hoped to facil inclusion. #atchat

KarenJan - Moderator Oct 19 @ 8:07 PM EDT

@azspeechguy @darlaashton @bcdtech Great to see you all here tonight - looking forward to our discussion! #ATchat

attipscast Oct 19 @ 8:07 PM EDT

@bcdtech @KarenJan @mmatp Do you mean @breakoutEDU ? #Atchat

NellyKaakaty Oct 19 @ 8:07 PM EDT

@KarenJan This is my first time! Happy to be here! #ATchat

MaegeK Oct 19 @ 8:07 PM EDT

A1 - I am an SLP working in a school in CT for children with autism direct and consultant. I am in process of becoming the school AT #ATchat

mmatp - Moderator Oct 19 @ 8:07 PM EDT

A1: AT consultant from NJ (checking in tonight from #ATK16 in MI) #ATchat

JudithSchoonov1 Oct 19 @ 8:07 PM EDT

@attipscast A-1 I work in Loudoun County Virginia as an assistive technology trainer with you! #ATchat

attipscast Oct 19 @ 8:07 PM EDT

@den_hunt Good on your Denise! #Atchat

KarenJan - Moderator Oct 19 @ 8:08 PM EDT

Big Cheer for @NellyKaakaty! She's a first timer - how did you hear about the chat? #ATchat https://t.co/DejMjH9Wuk

NellyKaakaty Oct 19 @ 8:07 PM EDT

@KarenJan This is my first time! Happy to be here! #ATchat

NellyKaakaty Oct 19 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1. Independent school as a learning specialist & work with students/teachers/admin/counseling/parents #Atchat

attipscast Oct 19 @ 8:08 PM EDT

@NellyKaakaty Welcome! Welcome! #Atchat

den_hunt Oct 19 @ 8:08 PM EDT

Q1. So Cal K-12 district. We are just now implementing some co-teaching. #atchat

bcdtech Oct 19 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1: Western MA, small public school district, tech integration specialist, work with Ts to integrate tech, Ss to make it all work #Atchat

KarenJan - Moderator Oct 19 @ 8:08 PM EDT

@MaegeK @den_hunt Welcome to the AT Field - AT makes a difference for kids! #ATchat

attipscast Oct 19 @ 8:09 PM EDT

@JudithSchoonov1 I know you! You were the person who kept my head nodding all meeting today. #SheIsWise #Atchat

KarenJan - Moderator Oct 19 @ 8:09 PM EDT

@attipscast @JudithSchoonov1 Please share! #ATchat https://t.co/nAu15h1aB6

attipscast Oct 19 @ 8:09 PM EDT

@JudithSchoonov1 I know you! You were the person who kept my head nodding all meeting today. #SheIsWise #Atchat

VickiBostonSLP Oct 19 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1: I used to coordinate AT/AAC for Boston. Now I focus on AAC as a clinical prof at U of Memphis, teach SLPs to be & work in clinic #Atchat

mmatp - Moderator Oct 19 @ 8:10 PM EDT

Keep the convo going. Join our #ATchat Facebook group. https://t.co/Ab65dJYnFw

KarenJan - Moderator Oct 19 @ 8:10 PM EDT

@VickiBostonSLP Welcome Vicki - was in your old district yesterday! #ATchat

UDLIRN Oct 19 @ 8:10 PM EDT

Tweet questions for @DavidRose_CAST using #UDLIRN - Ask away now! #udlchat #edchat #atchat

attipscast Oct 19 @ 8:11 PM EDT

Q2: What’s the one thing you wish every educator knew to help you with your practice & to help the people you both serve? #Atchat

den_hunt Oct 19 @ 8:11 PM EDT

@MaegeK #atchat need to compare notes and help each other.

attipscast Oct 19 @ 8:11 PM EDT

@VickiBostonSLP But you still have the accent, right? You're wicked smaht! #Atchat

MaegeK Oct 19 @ 8:11 PM EDT

@den_hunt Yes Definitely! #ATchat

mmatp - Moderator Oct 19 @ 8:12 PM EDT

So happy to have you join us! It is fun every week #ATchat https://t.co/mEiWGiqAQd

NellyKaakaty Oct 19 @ 8:11 PM EDT

@KarenJan Thanks so much! I follow @mmatp, saw his posts, and knew I needed to join the fun! :)

KarenJan - Moderator Oct 19 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A2 - that's it's all about kids, promoting independence, creativity and engaged learning! #ATchat

VickiBostonSLP Oct 19 @ 8:12 PM EDT

@attipscast well I haven't picked up a southern accent yet... #Atchat

darlaashton Oct 19 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A2: everyone belongs in your classroom. Everyone. Fair isn't always equal. #atchat

lrdichiara Oct 19 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Leslie from LI, NY jumping in late! #Atchat

PattyATP Oct 19 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Hello from Katy, TX #ATCHAT

KarenJan - Moderator Oct 19 @ 8:13 PM EDT

@PattyATP Welcome, Patty - how are things in Texas? #ATchat

den_hunt Oct 19 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Q2. AT works best when it supplements GRADE-level goals. Don't modify goals to unredognizabl and hen ask for AT. #atchat

KarenJan - Moderator Oct 19 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Do you think anyone will join from #CTG16? #ATchat

cybraryman1 Oct 19 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A2 Teachers should be trained to work with all different types of learners & realize not every student learns the same way. #ATchat

bcdtech Oct 19 @ 8:13 PM EDT

@attipscast A2: I wish that all Ts knew that UDL beats the heck out of differentiation. #Atchat

MaegeK Oct 19 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A2: I wish they knew how important communication (written, verbal, etc) is as adults for kids with complex communication needs. #ATchat

lrdichiara Oct 19 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Q2: I wish others saw the transformational power when the right tech is in the right hands. It lowers walls & breaks down barriers. #atchat

JenniferSavedge Oct 19 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A2 it's worth the effort and not as hard as they think it will be! #atchat

attipscast Oct 19 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A1: The 1 thing I wish every T knew was to use the least dangerous assumption when designing lessons & making decisions about tech #Atchat

KarenJan - Moderator Oct 19 @ 8:14 PM EDT

@cybraryman1 Welcome, Jerry - thanks for "crashing" our chat. So how do we ensure that? #ATchat https://t.co/XNGx4WiPKi

bcdtech Oct 19 @ 8:13 PM EDT

@attipscast A2: I wish that all Ts knew that UDL beats the heck out of differentiation. #Atchat

PattyATP Oct 19 @ 8:14 PM EDT

@KarenJan the new school year has been exceptionally busy for AT. New UDL tools were rolled out! #ATchat

den_hunt Oct 19 @ 8:14 PM EDT

q2 sorry need AT to help me type on the treadmill. #atchat

attipscast Oct 19 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Oops, this should be A2? #Atchat

cybraryman1 Oct 19 @ 8:15 PM EDT

My #UDL Universal Design for Learning page https://t.co/c6eVegzMIL #ATchat https://t.co/uNKCWCGZKE

bcdtech Oct 19 @ 8:13 PM EDT

@attipscast A2: I wish that all Ts knew that UDL beats the heck out of differentiation. #Atchat

massignmenthelp Oct 19 @ 8:15 PM EDT

How to Combat Plagiarism in Class https://t.co/6UNOBWDAE2 #atchat #AVIDchat #csk8 #ctedlead #currichat #EdBeat #edubkcl #2ndchat

JudithSchoonov1 Oct 19 @ 8:15 PM EDT

@attipscast Q-2 I'm "not the boss of them", I don't know all the answers, but I'm willing to work hard to try to help find them #ATchat

attipscast Oct 19 @ 8:15 PM EDT

@darlaashton That image with the kids on the boxes watching the game? #Atchat

KarenJan - Moderator Oct 19 @ 8:15 PM EDT

@cybraryman1 Welcome, Jerry - thanks for "crashing" our chat. So how do we ensure that? #ATchat

den_hunt Oct 19 @ 8:16 PM EDT

Q2 an "I'm too old for tech" attitude doesn't work. #atchat

mmatp - Moderator Oct 19 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2: Everyone learns differently. The RIGHT tech can level the playing field for ALL Ss #ATchat

VickiBostonSLP Oct 19 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2: commit to the idea that every student can learn & accept that it will look different for each student & that's a beautiful thing #Atchat

den_hunt Oct 19 @ 8:16 PM EDT

@attipscast yup #atchat

cybraryman1 Oct 19 @ 8:16 PM EDT

@KarenJan In the 4 schools I taught at general ed & sped teachers never worked with each other. Teachers need relevant PD #ATchat

bcdtech Oct 19 @ 8:16 PM EDT

@den_hunt Specially since I'm older than 95% of the Ts I work with #Atchat

KarenJan - Moderator Oct 19 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2 - we are collaborators helping our students to achieve success and independence helping them to use the tools that work for them. #ATchat

darlaashton Oct 19 @ 8:17 PM EDT

@attipscast that's the one! #atchat

NellyKaakaty Oct 19 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2. I wish more people understood that AT serves and enhances the learning experience for all by improving access for even 1 student #Atchat

attipscast Oct 19 @ 8:18 PM EDT

@cybraryman1 How do we get educators to own their own PD? Not wait to be trained, but got get it! Realize its on you do seek it out? #Atchat

PattyATP Oct 19 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A2-seeing is believing. Demos of tips/tools work best. But hard to spread that method over lg district! #ATchat

cybraryman1 Oct 19 @ 8:18 PM EDT

My AT Assistive Technology page https://t.co/e2yM9t1Mef #ATchat https://t.co/meEl0Ccgpv

NellyKaakaty Oct 19 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2. I wish more people understood that AT serves and enhances the learning experience for all by improving access for even 1 student #Atchat

attipscast Oct 19 @ 8:19 PM EDT

Q3: What positive, encouraging, bright-spot happenings w/ regard to inclusivity of #PWD are you currently seeing in education? #atchat

mmatp - Moderator Oct 19 @ 8:19 PM EDT

@PattyATP Hard to spread the word as a lone wolf. Recruit champions to help spread the word #Atchat

KarenJan - Moderator Oct 19 @ 8:19 PM EDT

These Q2 answers are excellent - definitely need to storify these answers separate from the whole chat story. #ATchat

rziolkowski Oct 19 @ 8:19 PM EDT

@mmatp #atchat I know what you mean but... if a teacher provides a worksheet or test or handout that is accessible all Ss can use it!

JudithSchoonov1 Oct 19 @ 8:19 PM EDT

@kbehnke @joyzabala @carolinevanhowe @akmrail You should be on #ATchat with @attipscast

darlaashton Oct 19 @ 8:19 PM EDT

@lrdichiara @attipscast love this, my 5yo's gen ed teacher shared this at parent night beginning of school year. im like HECK YA! #atchat

KerriHslp Oct 19 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A2 AT is not a choice, it's a necessity #Atchat

mmatp - Moderator Oct 19 @ 8:20 PM EDT

@KarenJan I think I can manage that! #ATchat

attipscast Oct 19 @ 8:20 PM EDT

@PattyATP @KarenJan Help me understand.. What makes a tool a UDL tool? Or, do you mean there are more tools to Ts to choose from? #Atchat

lrdichiara Oct 19 @ 8:20 PM EDT

@darlaashton @attipscast It's so awesome and one of my favs! I have a new post coming up next week (I think) as a follow up to this #atchat

attipscast Oct 19 @ 8:20 PM EDT

@JudithSchoonov1 And now my neck is even more sore. :) #Atchat

mmatp - Moderator Oct 19 @ 8:21 PM EDT

@rziolkowski Yes for sure! We spent LOTS of time yesterday at #ctg16 discussing that point. #Atchat

bcdtech Oct 19 @ 8:21 PM EDT

@attipscast what is pwd? #Atchat

JenniferSavedge Oct 19 @ 8:21 PM EDT

@PattyATP #atchat - I'm trying to centralize resources to clone myself!

PattyATP Oct 19 @ 8:21 PM EDT

@attipscast @KarenJan we made tools like word prediction and text to speech available to all Ss. Home or at school.#ATchat

attipscast Oct 19 @ 8:21 PM EDT

@den_hunt Agreed. Now, how to convince them that there is no such animal? We all know tech, just at different levels #Atchat

KarenJan - Moderator Oct 19 @ 8:22 PM EDT

PWD - people w/ disabilities. #ATchat https://t.co/C1sZrM0Ppd

bcdtech Oct 19 @ 8:21 PM EDT

@attipscast what is pwd? #Atchat

KaraGuiff Oct 19 @ 8:22 PM EDT

Joining Late - Kara Guiff - 7th/8th Intervention and Resource in Indiana #atchat

mmatp - Moderator Oct 19 @ 8:22 PM EDT

@JudithSchoonov1 @kbehnke @joyzabala @carolinevanhowe @akmrail @attipscast Good job recruiting for #ATchat

rtopp Oct 19 @ 8:22 PM EDT

Becky from Nebraska. Sped Teacher for severe/profound mild/moderate @attipscast #ATchat

lrdichiara Oct 19 @ 8:22 PM EDT

@attipscast Such a sticky area 2 "make" anyone "want" 2 do something! As w/ anything in life, there has 2 be an intrinsic motivation #atchat

JenniferSavedge Oct 19 @ 8:22 PM EDT

@rziolkowski @mmatp I keep hoping for fewer tests, worksheets, and handouts...:-( #atchat

KarenJan - Moderator Oct 19 @ 8:22 PM EDT

@rtopp Welcome - so glad you could make it! #Atchat

NellyKaakaty Oct 19 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A3. Training & PD that involve simulations for Ts to experience what it is like to have a learning difference --> increase empathy #atchat

darlaashton Oct 19 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A3: general education Ts saying, "They might be sped, but they are MY student." so proud of those Ts I have the honor to work with! #atchat

JudithSchoonov1 Oct 19 @ 8:23 PM EDT

@attipscast A-3 Actually saw you do it when I backed you up. We should strive 2B "America's Top Modelers". Gets 'me every time! #ATchat

bcdtech Oct 19 @ 8:23 PM EDT

@KarenJan Ahh... acronyms- TBOMYE ( the bane of my existence)#Atchat

attipscast Oct 19 @ 8:23 PM EDT

@cybraryman1 Yikes, lots of typos here, but I hope you know what I meant :) #Atchat

lrdichiara Oct 19 @ 8:23 PM EDT

@mmatp @PattyATP I couldn't agree more! When you have cheerleaders in your corner more people want to get on board/see the value! #atchat

attipscast Oct 19 @ 8:24 PM EDT

@bcdtech #PWD = People/Persons with Disabilities #Atchat

KaraGuiff Oct 19 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A2: I wish the general education staff, administration, and uncertified staff acknowledged the anxiety my students deal with. #atchat

darlaashton Oct 19 @ 8:25 PM EDT

@lrdichiara @attipscast i can't make you do it. i can't will you to do it. but i can influence your mind set. #atchat

rtopp Oct 19 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A2: don't be afraid have High expectations, listen and learn, give time #Atchat

JudithSchoonov1 Oct 19 @ 8:25 PM EDT

@mmatp @kbehnke @joyzabala @carolinevanhowe @akmrail @attipscast R member what u once said about my nose :-) #ATchat

attipscast Oct 19 @ 8:25 PM EDT

@cybraryman1 I like that! Modeling and setting an expectation. #Atchat

PattyATP Oct 19 @ 8:25 PM EDT

@attipscast @KarenJan admin are embracing idea of flexibl options. Adding these tools is huge step fwd in my district of 75,000 Ss!#ATchat

KarenJan - Moderator Oct 19 @ 8:25 PM EDT

@KaraGuiff So true. See it so often in elementary school students when it comes to writing. Huge meltdowns. #ATchat https://t.co/S8Jz5E2wj2

KaraGuiff Oct 19 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A2: I wish the general education staff, administration, and uncertified staff acknowledged the anxiety my students deal with. #atchat

KaraGuiff Oct 19 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A2: That most of the time my kids are not just giving up, they just need someone to believe in them - all the time! #atchat

rtopp Oct 19 @ 8:26 PM EDT

@attipscast #PWD #atchat what's PWD?

attipscast Oct 19 @ 8:26 PM EDT

@rziolkowski @mmatp Perhaps a different solution would not to have a worksheet at all! #Atchat

darlaashton Oct 19 @ 8:27 PM EDT

@KaraGuiff yes, difficult to change mind set towards kids who do not have a visible disability. #atchat

rtopp Oct 19 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A3 We have unified bowling starting! #PWD #atchat

attipscast Oct 19 @ 8:28 PM EDT

Q4: How do you spread success practices? How do you get those NOT on #atchat to try, implement, & then embrace successful practices?

rtopp Oct 19 @ 8:28 PM EDT

The use of general tech helps to make more accessibility #PWD #atchat

mmatp - Moderator Oct 19 @ 8:28 PM EDT

@JudithSchoonov1 @kbehnke @joyzabala @carolinevanhowe @akmrail @attipscast Yes I remember! It just made me laugh out loud #ATchat

JenniferSavedge Oct 19 @ 8:28 PM EDT

@attipscast AMEN!!! #atchat https://t.co/zCIqMTTL05

attipscast Oct 19 @ 8:26 PM EDT

@rziolkowski @mmatp Perhaps a different solution would not to have a worksheet at all! #Atchat

den_hunt Oct 19 @ 8:28 PM EDT

@attipscast #atchat 9 Rolling out S&R and CoWriter this month. Hope to peek interest in the most jaded (and get parents demanding it.)

KarenJan - Moderator Oct 19 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A3 - when you show students tricks with the iOS devices at school and they set them up on their own devices at home. #score #ATchat

bcdtech Oct 19 @ 8:28 PM EDT

@attipscast A4: I work with them, beside them with their students. Build capacity- slowly, ever so slowly #Atchat

mmatp - Moderator Oct 19 @ 8:29 PM EDT

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

KaraGuiff Oct 19 @ 8:29 PM EDT

Q2 - I wish a lot! That GenEd would offer tools to anyone who wants, as then those who need would feel more comfortable using. #atchat

lrdichiara Oct 19 @ 8:29 PM EDT

@darlaashton @attipscast Absolutely! I try 2 lead by example. I feel passionate about what I do & I hope that translates to others #ATchat

rtopp Oct 19 @ 8:29 PM EDT

@KarenJan #Atchat thanks. Have a meeting at 8:30 on weds every week. Going to be on road soon

attipscast Oct 19 @ 8:29 PM EDT

@lrdichiara Perhaps if we point out the problem, w/o giving a solution, & invite educators to help solve it, they'd be more invested #Atchat

attipscast Oct 19 @ 8:30 PM EDT

@JenniferSavedge @rziolkowski @mmatp It starts with hope, but what else can we do to make that hope a reality? #Atchat

darlaashton Oct 19 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A4: share your success stories, let others be a part of your success stories, positive reinforcement #atchat

KaraGuiff Oct 19 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Someone please help me know what PWD is??? #atchat

rtopp Oct 19 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A4 show progress, do videos, show off the students. #atchat

attipscast Oct 19 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Looks like you found your champion! #Atchat https://t.co/KwvXzGkyA2

darlaashton Oct 19 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A3: general education Ts saying, "They might be sped, but they are MY student." so proud of those Ts I have the honor to work with! #atchat

PattyATP Oct 19 @ 8:31 PM EDT

@attipscast @KarenJan @mmatp we've had over 100 ATeval requests so far this yr. #Atchat

KarenJan - Moderator Oct 19 @ 8:31 PM EDT

A4 - Data! you have a baseline, how they are doing pre-AT, introduce AT and then evaluate the difference. #ATchat

NellyKaakaty Oct 19 @ 8:31 PM EDT

@KaraGuiff People/persons with disabilities :) #ATchat

lrdichiara Oct 19 @ 8:31 PM EDT

A4: My district and local SEPTA shared and spoke at a BOE my district webpage and AT blog (had no idea they were...I was so excited) #atchat

KarenJan - Moderator Oct 19 @ 8:31 PM EDT

@PattyATP That's crazy - how are you doing transitioning from Evals to consults? #ATchat https://t.co/4SXZc3NxYD

PattyATP Oct 19 @ 8:31 PM EDT

@attipscast @KarenJan @mmatp we've had over 100 ATeval requests so far this yr. #Atchat

JudithSchoonov1 Oct 19 @ 8:31 PM EDT

@attipscast A-4 DO ask, DON'T tell. Spend more time getting T perspective before giving your own. Everyone wants/needs 2B heard. #ATchat

den_hunt Oct 19 @ 8:32 PM EDT

A4 a little off topic, but most of my Evals contain teaching methods. Know it's not AT but can't solve bad teaching.. #atchat

mmatp - Moderator Oct 19 @ 8:32 PM EDT

A4: Spread success via stories. Everyone loves a good story! Share in staff mtgs, video testimonials, post on website #Atchat

lrdichiara Oct 19 @ 8:32 PM EDT

A3: When Ts begin recognizing what AT is appropriate 4 what Ss w/o guidance and coming to me with it! I feel like a proud mama! Lol #Atchat

KaraGuiff Oct 19 @ 8:32 PM EDT

@NellyKaakaty Thanks! Need to learn my shortcut lingo! #atchat

JenniferSavedge Oct 19 @ 8:33 PM EDT

Modeling, spreading excitement, including Ss and Ts in the process, success stories,patience and persistence #atchat https://t.co/FD5PYm58Hs

attipscast Oct 19 @ 8:30 PM EDT

@JenniferSavedge @rziolkowski @mmatp It starts with hope, but what else can we do to make that hope a reality? #Atchat

NellyKaakaty Oct 19 @ 8:33 PM EDT

A4. People can relate to human experiences. Share students’ success stories! Or share research w/ those who speak data :) #atchat

darlaashton Oct 19 @ 8:33 PM EDT

@KarenJan it's pretty hard to argue against data:) #atchat

PattyATP Oct 19 @ 8:33 PM EDT

@KarenJan @attipscast @mmatp it's a process. Parents request Evals most.#Atchat

mmatp - Moderator Oct 19 @ 8:33 PM EDT

@VickiBostonSLP So happy to hear you will be with us again for @edcampAccessInt Bigger & Better this yr #Atchat

attipscast Oct 19 @ 8:33 PM EDT

@KarenJan @KaraGuiff https://t.co/ArweZdGqgp You might like this Thinglink #Atchat

VickiBostonSLP Oct 19 @ 8:34 PM EDT

A4: Start early: I'm lucky to be in a position to influence SLPs in grad school & they've already heard from me about UDL & AAC. #Atchat

KaraGuiff Oct 19 @ 8:34 PM EDT

A4: Share, share, share. . .did I mention SHARE! And co-teachi - able to show T/Ss on the spot how something helps! #atchat

attipscast Oct 19 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Q5: What strategies have you found to maintain the promotion of successful practices? What can be done to give them staying power? #Atchat

PattyATP Oct 19 @ 8:35 PM EDT

@KarenJan @attipscast @mmatp I'm hoping once we spread the word of free tools it will lessen the # of requests #atchat

KaraGuiff Oct 19 @ 8:35 PM EDT

We have unified basketball and baseball - LOVE IT!!! @rtopp #atchat https://t.co/5uaAvLZMpj

rtopp Oct 19 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A3 We have unified bowling starting! #PWD #atchat

rtopp Oct 19 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A5 continued use of modeling consistency not giving up when it doesn't work #Atchat

MaegeK Oct 19 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A5: Reviewing data throughout the process with the people working with the student. Show videos, remind where we started. #ATchat

attipscast Oct 19 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A3: "Don't need to implement that accommodation for this student. That's an option for all my students!" Say that, I hug you. #Atchat

JudithSchoonov1 Oct 19 @ 8:36 PM EDT

@mmatp yes, & 4 many of us who travel from site to site, we can spread the good news that's happening & help folks make connections #ATchat

KarenJan - Moderator Oct 19 @ 8:37 PM EDT

@attipscast @KaraGuiff Love it - Tucker is a rock star! Are his teachers listening? #ATchat https://t.co/P5QroMsChG

attipscast Oct 19 @ 8:33 PM EDT

@KarenJan @KaraGuiff https://t.co/ArweZdGqgp You might like this Thinglink #Atchat

attipscast Oct 19 @ 8:37 PM EDT

@lrdichiara @darlaashton Yes! Passion is infectious #Atchat

VickiBostonSLP Oct 19 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A4: taking the time to figure out what someone's concerns really are re: AT can help b/c you can shatter some myths #Atchat

KarenJan - Moderator Oct 19 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A5 - it starts with one T who sees the difference and then shares their enthusiasm. Spread the ideas within the building. #ATchat

PattyATP Oct 19 @ 8:38 PM EDT

Challenge is providing edu & support to Ts & Ss when AT Evals r priority. #ATchat

attipscast Oct 19 @ 8:38 PM EDT

@KaraGuiff Perhaps, we need to be the genies to turn that wish into a reality! #Atchat

KaraGuiff Oct 19 @ 8:39 PM EDT

Since we have become a Google School, practices stick better. All students have access to text to speech and speech to txt always #atchat

NellyKaakaty Oct 19 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A5. Keeping up with research best practices, data & progress monitoring, then sharing that to support the practices #atchat

KarenJan - Moderator Oct 19 @ 8:39 PM EDT

.@attipscast As always,I wonder if one of the reasons this is so hard is because of the AT name and association with special ed only #ATchat

attipscast Oct 19 @ 8:39 PM EDT

@KaraGuiff Sorry! PWD = People With Disabilities #Atchat

KaraGuiff Oct 19 @ 8:39 PM EDT

@attipscast Yes, Yes, Yes #atchat

KaraGuiff Oct 19 @ 8:40 PM EDT

Working oh my genie certification as I type!!! #atchat @attipscast

attipscast Oct 19 @ 8:40 PM EDT

@mmatp @joyzabala I might suggest "staff empowerment"? #Atchat

rtopp Oct 19 @ 8:41 PM EDT

@KaraGuiff #atchat we need to do better about teaching the students to use it and following up with them

attipscast Oct 19 @ 8:41 PM EDT

@PattyATP @KarenJan @mmatp Eeep! #Atchat

mmatp - Moderator Oct 19 @ 8:41 PM EDT

@attipscast @joyzabala Staff empowerment is good. I feel they have to be engaged b4 they can be empowered #Atchat

attipscast Oct 19 @ 8:42 PM EDT

Q6: How can we measure the change in inclusive practice? How do we provide evidence that there is an increase in inclusive practice? #Atchat

KarenJan - Moderator Oct 19 @ 8:42 PM EDT

@KaraGuiff @attipscast May be more meaningful than ATP certification :-) #ATchat https://t.co/9SrpeOljSO

KaraGuiff Oct 19 @ 8:40 PM EDT

Working oh my genie certification as I type!!! #atchat @attipscast

attipscast Oct 19 @ 8:43 PM EDT

@den_hunt I might say that those, in fact, are AT Services. Maybe that IS AT? Good on you! #atchat

darlaashton Oct 19 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A6: when our secluded and self contained classrooms become ghost towns #atchat

KarenJan - Moderator Oct 19 @ 8:44 PM EDT

@Attipscast re Q6 - are we presuming an increase in inclusive practices? Are we seeing evidence at all grade levels? #ATchat

rtopp Oct 19 @ 8:44 PM EDT

@darlaashton #atchat will probably always be a group of students at least at the high school level that will still need some self-contained

lrdichiara Oct 19 @ 8:44 PM EDT

A5: follow ups w/ Ts&Ps is critical in ensuring success. Ts are overloaded. It's impt they see value & not as another "thing" 2 do. #atchat

JudithSchoonov1 Oct 19 @ 8:44 PM EDT

@attipscast @mmatp @joyzabala or both! They have 2 B engaged 2B empowered & need both 2 effect change #ATchat #CTG16

mmatp - Moderator Oct 19 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Agreed! We need both #Atchat https://t.co/6z5Nxwf4TJ

JudithSchoonov1 Oct 19 @ 8:44 PM EDT

@attipscast @mmatp @joyzabala or both! They have 2 B engaged 2B empowered & need both 2 effect change #ATchat #CTG16

VickiBostonSLP Oct 19 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A5: empowered students are great voices for continuing AT use- I've seen students grab communication books & devices off shelves. #Atchat

lrdichiara Oct 19 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A5: When Ts and Ss feel empowered and experience the tech truly making an impact... that is all you need for staying power #Atchat

lrdichiara Oct 19 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A5: Also being flexible! Sometimes things don't always work. Being open minded that there may be other ways to achieve the same goal #Atchat

KaraGuiff Oct 19 @ 8:47 PM EDT

Q 6: Inclusion isn't always best. In my experience in 7/8th students like pull out if number of students is more than 5 - #atchat

KaraGuiff Oct 19 @ 8:47 PM EDT

Q6: have gen ed intervention class (1/2sped 1/2gened) that is the perfect in between - class cap at 15 - students love/I love #atchat

attipscast Oct 19 @ 8:48 PM EDT

@KarenJan You know I ask that question all the time! #atchat Should it just be called "T" (for "Technology").

attipscast Oct 19 @ 8:49 PM EDT

@KaraGuiff Well, if you need help, let me know. #YouveNeverHadAFriendLikeMe #Atchat

lrdichiara Oct 19 @ 8:49 PM EDT

@JudithSchoonov1 @attipscast @mmatp @joyzabala the term Assitive Technology needs to be changed too....it carries such a stigma! #atchat

KarenJan - Moderator Oct 19 @ 8:49 PM EDT

here's a good blog post from @think_inclusive - 12 Resources Need for the Inclusive Class https://t.co/5PpaCn7OTI #ATchat

attipscast Oct 19 @ 8:50 PM EDT

Q7: What’s 1 real, tangible, “by golly, I’m gonna do this” action you’re going to do to promote inclusive practices due to this #Atchat ?

attipscast Oct 19 @ 8:50 PM EDT

Here's a post about that very thing - https://t.co/Ih5KXt4J8W #Atchat https://t.co/TG1OuSsN3w

lrdichiara Oct 19 @ 8:49 PM EDT

@JudithSchoonov1 @attipscast @mmatp @joyzabala the term Assitive Technology needs to be changed too....it carries such a stigma! #atchat

KarenJan - Moderator Oct 19 @ 8:50 PM EDT

here's a good blog post from @think_inclusive - 12 Resources Need for the Inclusive Class #ATchat https://t.co/5PpaCn7OTI

bcdtech Oct 19 @ 8:50 PM EDT

@attipscast @KarenJan Hows about just the T= tools for learning.... #atchat

mmatp - Moderator Oct 19 @ 8:51 PM EDT

Look how much fun @attipscast is having tonight. We are always looking for guest mods. Fill out the form: https://t.co/wUQEjDPamL #ATchat

VickiBostonSLP Oct 19 @ 8:51 PM EDT

A6: can measure number of students in kinds of classrooms but harder to measure the quality of inclusive services/needs met #Atchat

PattyATP Oct 19 @ 8:51 PM EDT

@KarenJan @mmatp @attipscast Adm buy in @ UDL tk yrs. district tools wr bot. Chalnge is edu and use by Ss & Ts 4 value 2 B realized. #ATchat

attipscast Oct 19 @ 8:52 PM EDT

@mmatp @joyzabala When I watch a movie, I'm engaged but not necessarily empowered. When I'm empowered, I'm always engaged. #Atchat

JudithSchoonov1 Oct 19 @ 8:52 PM EDT

@lrdichiara @attipscast @mmatp @joyzabala Sounds clunky and cumbersome, right? Should have a joyful name #ATchat

KarenJan - Moderator Oct 19 @ 8:53 PM EDT

@bcdtech @attipscast Would love a title change. Requires federal government buy-in to change federal law. #ATchat https://t.co/rV2LDySjuH

bcdtech Oct 19 @ 8:50 PM EDT

@attipscast @KarenJan Hows about just the T= tools for learning.... #atchat

KaraGuiff Oct 19 @ 8:53 PM EDT

Q7: Going to find time to let my Ss explore technologies that may assist them. #atchat

NellyKaakaty Oct 19 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A7. More sharing. The more students use and see AT, the more it becomes "normalized" and the closer we get to inclusive practices #atchat

darlaashton Oct 19 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A7: stop the general educuation/special education teacher separation. Empower ALL the players to empower the kids we share #atchat

attipscast Oct 19 @ 8:53 PM EDT

@darlaashton So, a measure would be a decrease in the number of these classrooms, right? Evidence things are on track? #Atchat

KaraGuiff Oct 19 @ 8:54 PM EDT

#immooc This came from #atchat Empowerment is everywhere!!! https://t.co/EmLaUN5YpH

attipscast Oct 19 @ 8:52 PM EDT

@mmatp @joyzabala When I watch a movie, I'm engaged but not necessarily empowered. When I'm empowered, I'm always engaged. #Atchat

KarenJan - Moderator Oct 19 @ 8:54 PM EDT

@Attipscast Love Q7 - it's all about action. We can be the change! Should we hold ourselves accountable and follow-up next week? #ATchat

lrdichiara Oct 19 @ 8:54 PM EDT

A7: I am going to continue sharing my passion for AT and hoping inspiring others to share that same passion! #Atchat

KaraGuiff Oct 19 @ 8:55 PM EDT

I think I need some AT to make me "think before I tweet" so I put A instead of Q when I'm answeringt!!! #atchat

mmatp - Moderator Oct 19 @ 8:55 PM EDT

Really good point! #Atchat https://t.co/0fdYLQmrAG

attipscast Oct 19 @ 8:52 PM EDT

@mmatp @joyzabala When I watch a movie, I'm engaged but not necessarily empowered. When I'm empowered, I'm always engaged. #Atchat

JenniferSavedge Oct 19 @ 8:55 PM EDT

I like the idea of redefining from "use" to "require" #atchat https://t.co/Zpor66HECL

attipscast Oct 19 @ 8:50 PM EDT
Here's a post about that very thing - https://t.co/Ih5KXt4J8W #Atchat https://t.co/TG1OuSsN3w
- lrdichiara Oct 19 @ 8:49 PM EDT
  
  @JudithSchoonov1 @attipscast @mmatp @joyzabala the term Assitive Technology needs to be changed too....it carries such a stigma! #atchat

KarenJan - Moderator Oct 19 @ 8:55 PM EDT

@KaraGuiff - don't worry - we get it! #ATchat https://t.co/01VzFKs9VL

KaraGuiff Oct 19 @ 8:55 PM EDT

I think I need some AT to make me "think before I tweet" so I put A instead of Q when I'm answeringt!!! #atchat

darlaashton Oct 19 @ 8:56 PM EDT

@attipscast sometimes if there is a sped classroom to send kids to, we skip trying to accommodate in the classroom we started off in #atchat

KaraGuiff Oct 19 @ 8:56 PM EDT

Good Idea! We can all share how our "plan" went! #atchat https://t.co/h28tP6hUdN

KarenJan - Moderator Oct 19 @ 8:54 PM EDT

@Attipscast Love Q7 - it's all about action. We can be the change! Should we hold ourselves accountable and follow-up next week? #ATchat

attipscast Oct 19 @ 8:56 PM EDT

@KarenJan There are indicators that we're moving (slowly), in the right direction. UDL in National Ed Tech Plan of 2016, for ex. #atchat

mmatp - Moderator Oct 19 @ 8:57 PM EDT

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

attipscast Oct 19 @ 8:57 PM EDT

@VickiBostonSLP I would too if I didn't have any other choice! ;) #Atchat

mmatp - Moderator Oct 19 @ 8:58 PM EDT

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

KarenJan - Moderator Oct 19 @ 8:58 PM EDT

Wow, this hour really flew. Thx to everyone for great contributions. Loved the discussion facilitated by @attipscast. Thanks, Chris! #ATchat

KarenJan - Moderator Oct 19 @ 8:58 PM EDT

Any final thoughts? #ATchat

bcdtech Oct 19 @ 8:59 PM EDT

@KarenJan @attipscast @mmatp Thanks all- have a great night! #Atchat

lrdichiara Oct 19 @ 8:59 PM EDT

Really enjoyed tonight's #Atchat Great questions @attipscast!!!!

attipscast Oct 19 @ 8:59 PM EDT

Totes! And how much I'm learning! #Atchat https://t.co/xcI7bsLoHZ

mmatp - Moderator Oct 19 @ 8:51 PM EDT

Look how much fun @attipscast is having tonight. We are always looking for guest mods. Fill out the form: https://t.co/wUQEjDPamL #ATchat