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KarenJan - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:00 PM EST

Welcome to the weekly #atchat! Tonight we will cover a topic we haven't discussed before.

andycinek Mar 2 @ 8:00 PM EST

Excited to join #ATchat this evening and discuss the impact of #GoOpen

KarenJan - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:01 PM EST

Our topic tonight is Open Education Resources #OER & #GoOpen. #ATchat

KarenJan - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:01 PM EST

Please introduce yourself and tell us where you are from. If you are new to the chat, please let us know. We love twitter newbies! #atchat

mmatp - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:01 PM EST

Hey Now #Atchat AT Specialist from NJ & co-mod w/ @KarenJan Looking forward to our topic tonight

KarenJan - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:01 PM EST

My tweetdeck columns aren't working for me tonight! Aargh! #ATchat

rtopp Mar 2 @ 8:01 PM EST

I'm excited to learn - Rebecca Topp Nebraska #atchat

mwilliamsAT Mar 2 @ 8:01 PM EST

Hi folks! Marvin Williams, AT Guy from Fresno happy to be here tonight for #ATchat

EGraniero Mar 2 @ 8:01 PM EST

Emily from CT #ATchat

mmatp - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:01 PM EST

@andycinek So happy to have you here with us. Thx for participating #ATchat

mkeeneyAT Mar 2 @ 8:02 PM EST

@KarenJan Hello. Mary Keeney here. Hello from beautiful Phoenix AZ. #atchat

KarenJan - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:02 PM EST

@andycinek Honored to have you here tonight.Can u share your role with us and why this topic is imp. to you? #ATchat https://t.co/SL9sgb4zAH

andycinek Mar 2 @ 8:00 PM EST

Excited to join #ATchat this evening and discuss the impact of #GoOpen

mmatp - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:02 PM EST

We are happy to have @mwilliamsAT with us tonight as a co-moderator. #atchat

mmatp - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:02 PM EST

@rtopp Hi Rebecca. Thx for joining us tonight #ATchat

andycinek Mar 2 @ 8:02 PM EST

Andrew Marcinek Open Education Advisor US Department of Education Washington DC #ATchat

gallianstone Mar 2 @ 8:02 PM EST

SR severe sped T from MA. Haven't researched much into #OER since college in the early 2000s so I'm excited to catch up! #atchat

mmatp - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:02 PM EST

@EGraniero Hi Emily! Good to see you tonight #ATchat

KarenJan - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:02 PM EST

@rtopp @EGraniero @mkeeneyAT @gallianstone Welcome to #ATchat tonight!

DonnaWaldman Mar 2 @ 8:02 PM EST

#ATChat Donna Waldman AT Coor Newport News Public Schools

mmatp - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:02 PM EST

@mkeeneyAT Hello Mary. Glad to have you with us tonight #ATchat

mwilliamsAT Mar 2 @ 8:03 PM EST

@mmatp Great to be on board, Mike! #ATChat

mmatp - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:03 PM EST

Read the blog post I wrote - inspired by this topic & my brainstorming w/ my Twitter pal @mwilliamsAT https://t.co/GOvWBJTi3h #Atchat

gallianstone Mar 2 @ 8:03 PM EST

@KarenJan I had to restart tweetdeck about half an hour ago to get it to behave for me. good luck taming your gremlins! #atchat

mkeeneyAT Mar 2 @ 8:03 PM EST

@mmatp Thanks, Mike! #ATchat

KarenJan - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:03 PM EST

@andycinek How did you get involved in this program?#GoOpen #ATchat https://t.co/IQKZJVuB60

andycinek Mar 2 @ 8:02 PM EST

Andrew Marcinek Open Education Advisor US Department of Education Washington DC #ATchat

bcdtech Mar 2 @ 8:03 PM EST

tech integration specialist from western MA... looking forward to learning from Marvin #ATchat

mmatp - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:03 PM EST

@DonnaWaldman Hey Donna! So glad you are here - ever since #ATIA16 you are a twitter pro. #ATchat

KarenJan - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:03 PM EST

@gallianstone So it's not just me - interesting. #ATchat

rtopp Mar 2 @ 8:04 PM EST

can only stay a while have to be on the road in 30 #atchat

mwilliamsAT Mar 2 @ 8:04 PM EST

We will use the Q1, A1 format tonight, and don’t forget to include #atchat hashtag on your tweets!

mmatp - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:04 PM EST

What is #OER ? check out this link: https://t.co/lo8J7FZV8D #ATchat

mwilliamsAT Mar 2 @ 8:04 PM EST

@bcdtech Glad to see you here, Maureen! #ATchat

andycinek Mar 2 @ 8:04 PM EST

When districts have local control over resources, the ability to modify/share with @creativecommons license improves accessibility #ATchat

mmatp - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:04 PM EST

@bcdtech Hey Maureen! Glad to have you with us tonight #ATchat

mmatp - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:04 PM EST

@KarenJan @gallianstone I had the same problems too. Seems OK now #ATchat

mwilliamsAT Mar 2 @ 8:05 PM EST

Q1: What does #OER mean to you & your students? #atchat

AssignmentHelpN Mar 2 @ 8:05 PM EST

10 Things You Need to Know to Develop #GrowthMindset https://t.co/H4M9QnjHSc #atchat #AVIDChat #BigBeacon #csk8 https://t.co/juBdZMg9rM

WISCOMACO Mar 2 @ 8:05 PM EST

Amy from Milwaukee - can't wait to hear about this topic - I'm so green! #ATchat

mkeeneyAT Mar 2 @ 8:05 PM EST

@andycinek @creativecommons Yes, things that are "born digital" make life easier for us AT folks and more importantly our Ss. #ATchat

KarenJan - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:05 PM EST

@andycinek What definition of accessibility are your using? are you thinking in terms of print disabilities? #ATchat https://t.co/Q7Te1Mhs88

andycinek Mar 2 @ 8:04 PM EST

When districts have local control over resources, the ability to modify/share with @creativecommons license improves accessibility #ATchat

mmatp - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:05 PM EST

A1: #OER resources are flexible and accessible to ALL learners including those who need AT supports #Atchat

mmatp - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:06 PM EST

Has your state adopted #OER - check here: https://t.co/n70J0vqh2u #ATchat

rtopp Mar 2 @ 8:06 PM EST

A1-- pretty new at this but accessible materials for all. --- participation for students #atchat

mkeeneyAT Mar 2 @ 8:06 PM EST

@mmatp Yes, AZ is in the first cohort. #atchat

adaptechcf Mar 2 @ 8:06 PM EST

Cheryl from MA #atchat

andycinek Mar 2 @ 8:06 PM EST

#GoOpen is focused on accelerating and expanding use of openly-licensed edu resources in PK-12 Learn more https://t.co/hNPzLruIhq #ATChat

andycinek Mar 2 @ 8:07 PM EST

All digital resources that are openly-licensed should be born accessible #ATchat

iplante Mar 2 @ 8:07 PM EST

Hellooooo #ATchat Sharon #ldtechnologist in CT

gallianstone Mar 2 @ 8:07 PM EST

A1. Means I have the flexibility/resources to try/get what I need for my school full of singles/uniques #atchat

bcdtech Mar 2 @ 8:07 PM EST

@mwilliamsAT A1: Don't know nearly enough about OER... hoping it means more accessbility for all my Ss #ATchat

iplante Mar 2 @ 8:07 PM EST

Hey @mwilliamsAT nice new pic 🙂 #ATchat

mmatp - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:08 PM EST

@iplante hello Sharon! It must be hours since we talked :) #ATchat

MaegeK Mar 2 @ 8:08 PM EST

Maegan from CT #ATchat

andycinek Mar 2 @ 8:08 PM EST

With traditional textbooks, accessibility features are limited and it creates more work for educators and students. #ATchat

wernedat Mar 2 @ 8:08 PM EST

Elisa, from FL, really excited to learn about this tonight.... #ATChat

KarenJan - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:08 PM EST

@andycinek How can we ensure that? It's not happening as readily as expected. #ATchat https://t.co/MtERy50Wn2

andycinek Mar 2 @ 8:07 PM EST

All digital resources that are openly-licensed should be born accessible #ATchat

bcdtech Mar 2 @ 8:09 PM EST

@iplante Hi Sharon! Coming to edcampBoston on Saturday? #ATchat

EGraniero Mar 2 @ 8:09 PM EST

@iplante where in CT are you from Im from the south coast in Old Saybrook. #ATchat

iplante Mar 2 @ 8:09 PM EST

New Open eBook App Just Out: All SPED Teachers Qualify Free: So How Accessible Is The Text? #atchat via @aimnoncat https://t.co/fQe0ygsGyy

KarenJan - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:09 PM EST

@andycinek Thank you for getting it. You are advocating for Ss with disabilities. #ATchat https://t.co/LSatLYLYGK

andycinek Mar 2 @ 8:08 PM EST

With traditional textbooks, accessibility features are limited and it creates more work for educators and students. #ATchat

mwilliamsAT Mar 2 @ 8:09 PM EST

It certainly can, but a lot depends on the materials. Again, digital <> always accessible. #ATchat https://t.co/CPAieSv6EQ

bcdtech Mar 2 @ 8:07 PM EST

@mwilliamsAT A1: Don't know nearly enough about OER... hoping it means more accessbility for all my Ss #ATchat

iplante Mar 2 @ 8:10 PM EST

@EGraniero I teach in Ffld county at Indy LD school you should come to @EdCampSWCT #ctedu #atchat

KarenJan - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:10 PM EST

@andycinek Are you involved with the Open eBook app? #ATchat

JudithSchoonov1 Mar 2 @ 8:10 PM EST

@mmatp yes, according to the map (thanx 4 the link, Mike). Looking forward 2 learning more! #ATchat

mrs_howarth33 Mar 2 @ 8:10 PM EST

Cherie from NJ #ATchat

andycinek Mar 2 @ 8:10 PM EST

Connect with @OfficeofEdTech story engine and find educators across the country using open resources https://t.co/L35NkBhLri #ATchat

bcdtech Mar 2 @ 8:10 PM EST

@iplante Didn't realize that did not have to be Title1! Thanks for clarifying! #ATchat

mmatp - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:10 PM EST

This is the real issue - reminding people that digital doesn't automatically make it accessible #ATchat https://t.co/VRsFJ0d0c9

mwilliamsAT Mar 2 @ 8:09 PM EST
It certainly can, but a lot depends on the materials. Again, digital <> always accessible. #ATchat https://t.co/CPAieSv6EQ
- bcdtech Mar 2 @ 8:07 PM EST
  
  @mwilliamsAT A1: Don't know nearly enough about OER... hoping it means more accessbility for all my Ss #ATchat

KarenJan - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:10 PM EST

@mrs_howarth33 @wernedat @MaegeK Great you can join us tonight. #ATchat

mmatp - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:11 PM EST

Get your tix today. Early Bird: $99; ends 4/15. Inclusive Tech Institute. 6/25/16 @ #iste16 https://t.co/8woVObcrQw #ATchat

andycinek Mar 2 @ 8:11 PM EST

@KarenJan We need to talk with #edtech developers and encourage schools to create and share their resources with @creativecommons #Atchat

iplante Mar 2 @ 8:11 PM EST

@bcdtech I hope to make #edcampaccess in April but this Sat hoping to head to @EdcampAccessNJ #atchat

bcdtech Mar 2 @ 8:11 PM EST

@mmatp Can you or Marvin talk more about this? #ATchat

gallianstone Mar 2 @ 8:11 PM EST

@mmatp I sometimes find digital is less accessible - because I can't modify as easily.... #atchat

iplante Mar 2 @ 8:12 PM EST

@mmatp hello this is.... Lol #ATchat

mmatp - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:12 PM EST

@mrs_howarth33 Hi Cherie. So glad to have you here! Where in NJ are you? Hope you can join us Sat for @EdcampAccessNJ #ATchat

EGraniero Mar 2 @ 8:12 PM EST

@iplante @EdCampSWCT when is that? Do you know if there is on in southeastern CT? #atchat

bcdtech Mar 2 @ 8:12 PM EST

@iplante @EdcampAccessNJ Ah! Tell Billy et al that I said hello #ATchat

mrs_howarth33 Mar 2 @ 8:12 PM EST

@mmatp @EdcampAccessNJ I teach in Somerset County #ATchat

rtopp Mar 2 @ 8:13 PM EST

I agree with this. I need to modify things but when they are pdf and locked doesn't help #atchat https://t.co/qQj0NWGRIB

gallianstone Mar 2 @ 8:11 PM EST

@mmatp I sometimes find digital is less accessible - because I can't modify as easily.... #atchat

mwilliamsAT Mar 2 @ 8:13 PM EST

As @gallianstone just pointed out, sometimes digital text is less malleable. #atchat https://t.co/mNRkN8tJAt

bcdtech Mar 2 @ 8:11 PM EST

@mmatp Can you or Marvin talk more about this? #ATchat

mmatp - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:13 PM EST

This is great news! What a nice surprise. Excited to see you Saturday @EdcampAccessNJ #ATchat https://t.co/belo45Xecr

iplante Mar 2 @ 8:11 PM EST

@bcdtech I hope to make #edcampaccess in April but this Sat hoping to head to @EdcampAccessNJ #atchat

iplante Mar 2 @ 8:13 PM EST

@MaegeK hey welcome to another #ctedu to #atchat love to see you @EdCampSWCT

mwilliamsAT Mar 2 @ 8:14 PM EST

One #OER initiative directly addresses Equity. https://t.co/O0lL4JnRAE Mentions access for Ss w/disabilities broadly. #atchat

andycinek Mar 2 @ 8:14 PM EST

The more districts we can get to #GoOpen the more openly-licensed edu resources there will be for all to use https://t.co/F5Sb6JY4lf #ATchat

mwilliamsAT Mar 2 @ 8:14 PM EST

Plus it has to be true digital text, not an image of text. PicturePDF’s are often less valuable than printed text, IMO. #ATchat

KarenJan - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:14 PM EST

@andycinek We need to make sure the digitial resources aren't locked PDFs. #notaccessible #ATchat

mmatp - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:14 PM EST

@bcdtech @mwilliamsAT Some digital materials are not accessible to AT tools due to DRM (digital rights management) #ATchat

mkeeneyAT Mar 2 @ 8:14 PM EST

Much of what we hear/read about open access sounds very UDL-ish. #ATchat

iplante Mar 2 @ 8:14 PM EST

@adaptechcf hello my friend #atchat

bcdtech Mar 2 @ 8:14 PM EST

@mwilliamsAT @gallianstone I can usually edit with adobe acrobat pro or open in gdocs,etc... Not as easy as word, but... workable #ATchat

bcdtech Mar 2 @ 8:14 PM EST

@mmatp @mwilliamsAT True... wasn't considering DRM #ATchat

iplante Mar 2 @ 8:15 PM EST

@bcdtech @EdcampAccessNJ wish we could all convene...might need an edcampaccessCT to marry to two #atchat

mwilliamsAT Mar 2 @ 8:15 PM EST

Q2: What accessibility features must be available in #OER to support ALL learners? #atchat

mkeeneyAT Mar 2 @ 8:15 PM EST

@mmatp @bcdtech @mwilliamsAT But this stuff will all be Creative Commons, right? #ATchat

andycinek Mar 2 @ 8:15 PM EST

Agreed. Locked PDFs or Free-copyrighted materials are not openly-licensed to modify and share #GoOpen #ATchat https://t.co/WFBmeKk3yT

KarenJan - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:14 PM EST

@andycinek We need to make sure the digitial resources aren't locked PDFs. #notaccessible #ATchat

iplante Mar 2 @ 8:16 PM EST

@andycinek @OfficeofEdTech love seeing your voice here #ATchat

bcdtech Mar 2 @ 8:16 PM EST

@mwilliamsAT Do you mean images with text or photos? Or scanned docs without OCR or ?#atchat

gallianstone Mar 2 @ 8:16 PM EST

@bcdtech @mwilliamsAT it can be easier to Velcro a picture/object symbol onto a page then to try and insert it into a digital text #atchat

rtopp Mar 2 @ 8:16 PM EST

I use adobe pro but when locked I can't get around.sometimes PDF expert on my ipad will give me a workaround #atchat https://t.co/VC9VYx2VJs

bcdtech Mar 2 @ 8:14 PM EST

@mwilliamsAT @gallianstone I can usually edit with adobe acrobat pro or open in gdocs,etc... Not as easy as word, but... workable #ATchat

mwilliamsAT Mar 2 @ 8:16 PM EST

A2: First and foremost, content needs to be true, digital OCR’ed text. #ATchat

mmatp - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:16 PM EST

@iplante @bcdtech @EdcampAccessNJ YES! Let's talk about this and make it happen #Atchat

bcdtech Mar 2 @ 8:17 PM EST

@iplante @EdcampAccessNJ As long as it's northwestern CT works for me :) #ATchat

andycinek Mar 2 @ 8:17 PM EST

It’s where I learn how I can do better in my role #ATchat https://t.co/oL5Wo43WHL

iplante Mar 2 @ 8:16 PM EST

@andycinek @OfficeofEdTech love seeing your voice here #ATchat

iplante Mar 2 @ 8:17 PM EST

@EGraniero @EdCampSWCT #edcampswct 3/12 I don't think there is one in SECT, @edcampct is in NE but check out RI #atchat

mwilliamsAT Mar 2 @ 8:17 PM EST

Scanned without OCR. When text isn’t OCR’ed, it’s about as good as a picture of it. #ATchat https://t.co/GGDWNDIuHu

bcdtech Mar 2 @ 8:16 PM EST

@mwilliamsAT Do you mean images with text or photos? Or scanned docs without OCR or ?#atchat

rtopp Mar 2 @ 8:17 PM EST

A2 use of switches,voice over, text 2speech, highlights #atchat

adaptechcf Mar 2 @ 8:17 PM EST

@iplante Hello to you too! Glad I could make the chat tonight #atchat

mkeeneyAT Mar 2 @ 8:17 PM EST

@mwilliamsAT Q2: Yes. And ALL video content CCaptioned would be nice. #ATchat

iplante Mar 2 @ 8:18 PM EST

@andycinek @OfficeofEdTech give regards to my girl @KatrinaStevens1 love you both doing great work #atchat

EGraniero Mar 2 @ 8:18 PM EST

A2: font/font size must be adjustable. Dictionary integration, text leveling. #atchat

andycinek Mar 2 @ 8:18 PM EST

How can I help all of you to ensure all openly-licensed educational resources are born accessible? #ATchat

eyeonaxs Mar 2 @ 8:18 PM EST

@mwilliamsAT images need to have descriptions, videos w/ captions, attention to color contrast. I can go on. #atchat

mwilliamsAT Mar 2 @ 8:18 PM EST

Can’t forget the growing use of video in AEM. #closecaptioned #audiodescription #ATchat https://t.co/RHBdFMxey8

mkeeneyAT Mar 2 @ 8:17 PM EST

@mwilliamsAT Q2: Yes. And ALL video content CCaptioned would be nice. #ATchat

mmatp - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:19 PM EST

ICYMI: Dive into smart watches w/ me & @eyeonaxs #Atchat https://t.co/TCo6ytFOWL

ATClosingTheGap Feb 29 @ 4:29 PM EST

Smart Watches for Access and Inclusion | Closing The Gap https://t.co/m7UFegtLEB #UDL #accessibility #apple #android https://t.co/4uNGPtYBia

adaptechcf Mar 2 @ 8:19 PM EST

A2: OCT/TTS, images available with captions read aloud so students can experience the entire book #atchat

mwilliamsAT Mar 2 @ 8:19 PM EST

YAASSS! ALL OF THIS! #ATchat https://t.co/OEUm81QLaQ

eyeonaxs Mar 2 @ 8:18 PM EST

@mwilliamsAT images need to have descriptions, videos w/ captions, attention to color contrast. I can go on. #atchat

KarenJan - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:19 PM EST

Important question - @andycinek wants to hear from us. He's in the position in DC to make a difference! #ATchat https://t.co/DLTWKR5nOi

andycinek Mar 2 @ 8:18 PM EST

How can I help all of you to ensure all openly-licensed educational resources are born accessible? #ATchat

gallianstone Mar 2 @ 8:19 PM EST

Glad @EGraniero brought up text leveling. I spend far too much time re-writing texts b/c no-one levels low enough #atchat

bcdtech Mar 2 @ 8:20 PM EST

@mwilliamsAT Do you happen to know what MATN uses on its webinars... wicked fast transcription and fairly accurate #ATchat

mmatp - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:20 PM EST

@andycinek Making sure people understand what accessible means for Ss with dis. All the A2 answers give us a great start #ATchat

iplante Mar 2 @ 8:20 PM EST

Key to create independent learners who know how to use #Edtech to access any materials or to self-advocate for accessible material #ATchat

mwilliamsAT Mar 2 @ 8:20 PM EST

Remember to use #atchat hashtag. Next question coming up!

rtopp Mar 2 @ 8:20 PM EST

A2 rebus wrote material #atchat

mkeeneyAT Mar 2 @ 8:20 PM EST

Yes! Necessary for some students, great for all students. #ATchat https://t.co/TBgKdpxm4T

mwilliamsAT Mar 2 @ 8:18 PM EST
Can’t forget the growing use of video in AEM. #closecaptioned #audiodescription #ATchat https://t.co/RHBdFMxey8
- mkeeneyAT Mar 2 @ 8:17 PM EST
  
  @mwilliamsAT Q2: Yes. And ALL video content CCaptioned would be nice. #ATchat

mwilliamsAT Mar 2 @ 8:20 PM EST

Great starting point is that the text is OCR’ed so AT Tools can access it. #ATchat https://t.co/AXRQpocOrq

andycinek Mar 2 @ 8:18 PM EST

How can I help all of you to ensure all openly-licensed educational resources are born accessible? #ATchat

LeapIntoLD Mar 2 @ 8:20 PM EST

The crossroads of educational technology and learning differences - @TeachersApps https://t.co/kj3RTdgYUa #atchat

iplante Mar 2 @ 8:20 PM EST

The crossroads of educational technology and learning differences - @TeachersApps https://t.co/eiJNzERctn #atchat

mmatp - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:20 PM EST

@mwilliamsAT Close captioned and audio described. #Atchat

mkeeneyAT Mar 2 @ 8:21 PM EST

@eyeonaxs DO go on! :) #ATchat

bcdtech Mar 2 @ 8:21 PM EST

@andycinek Enforce laws on books- still working on getting accessible workbook for Ss. They gave me permission to scan #ATchat

iplante Mar 2 @ 8:21 PM EST

If we create material to be accessed by the learner with most supports needed, we crest it to be accessed by all learners #ATchat

mkeeneyAT Mar 2 @ 8:21 PM EST

@andycinek Do you have AT Specialists working on the project? #ATchat

iplante Mar 2 @ 8:22 PM EST

@bcdtech @andycinek yes permission key, although #spedchat traditionally has had outside the box permission with materials #atchat

rtopp Mar 2 @ 8:23 PM EST

A2 What about programs,apps, and extenstions that allow students to access and participate using one device. #ATchat

mmatp - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:23 PM EST

@mkeeneyAT @andycinek great question! I think there are many voices here tonight that would be willing to partner #ATchat

mwilliamsAT Mar 2 @ 8:23 PM EST

There are some that are ok, but remember, you get what you pay for. Great pay options that aren’t big $ #ATchat https://t.co/Pgu7NuBW09

technolibrary Mar 2 @ 8:22 PM EST

@mwilliamsAT @andycinek Is there free open source OCR software? ;)

eyeonaxs Mar 2 @ 8:23 PM EST

@KarenJan @andycinek Promote the draft guidelines for devs from ARM Center: https://t.co/RcD3GN6VrL #ATchat

bcdtech Mar 2 @ 8:23 PM EST

@iplante @andycinek Right, but I honestly have more to do than scan/OCR books for Ss #ATchat

DonnaWaldman Mar 2 @ 8:23 PM EST

@rtopp #ATchat yes I love this idea where books can sync with many different devices like the Kindle app.

iplante Mar 2 @ 8:24 PM EST

We need to empower the learner with the tools to make text accessible today where's in old days where Edu had to do it #ATchat

mwilliamsAT Mar 2 @ 8:24 PM EST

Q3: Have you used #NIMAS to get Ss w/ print #disabilities access to printed materials? How was it? #atchat

andycinek Mar 2 @ 8:24 PM EST

@mkeeneyAT Not directly, but I am learning from practitioners on what needs to be done and also why I am here to listen #ATchat

mwilliamsAT Mar 2 @ 8:24 PM EST

@andycinek You all may be able to work with the folks from @AEM_Center. They’ve been doing this for a while. #ATchat

bcdtech Mar 2 @ 8:24 PM EST

@mwilliamsAT A3: still in progress (but thanks for your help with resources to contact) #ATchat

iplante Mar 2 @ 8:24 PM EST

@bcdtech @andycinek yes! Learners need to learn scanner tools #atchat

eyeonaxs Mar 2 @ 8:24 PM EST

@mkeeneyAT @mwilliamsAT we need an easy to use tool for audio description. Like there are for captioning. #ATchat

rtopp Mar 2 @ 8:25 PM EST

A3 - I have not at this time. My students need extra support on functional skills --not much material out there #ATchat

mkeeneyAT Mar 2 @ 8:26 PM EST

A3 I can tell you in AZ we do not have nearly the number of students using NIMAS sourced as we SHOULD. #ATchat

DonnaWaldman Mar 2 @ 8:26 PM EST

@mwilliamsAT #ATchat I am in VA we are luck to have AIMVA which has access to NIMAS, Bookstore, Learning Ally - Walmart of Accessible text.

mwilliamsAT Mar 2 @ 8:26 PM EST

Listing of state #AEM contacts via @AEM_Center https://t.co/6JmDOf8W3X #atchat

eyeonaxs Mar 2 @ 8:26 PM EST

@mkeeneyAT there are guidelines but we need to think beyond them. Design with empathy, user input, iterative prototyping. #ATchat

rtopp Mar 2 @ 8:26 PM EST

I agree --students need to be taught the tools to help themselves #ATchat https://t.co/Cxoyf9thvH

iplante Mar 2 @ 8:24 PM EST

@bcdtech @andycinek yes! Learners need to learn scanner tools #atchat

bcdtech Mar 2 @ 8:26 PM EST

@iplante @andycinek If I could get an accessible version I could just pop it into Ss google drive-no scanning... just read with R&W #ATchat

mmatp - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:26 PM EST

Resource: The Audio Description Project https://t.co/EMzrS4k4V3 #Atchat https://t.co/RZCCNfoSFN

eyeonaxs Mar 2 @ 8:24 PM EST

@mkeeneyAT @mwilliamsAT we need an easy to use tool for audio description. Like there are for captioning. #ATchat

atslp_jan Mar 2 @ 8:26 PM EST

A: Yes, having great success with Learning Ally on Chromebooks #ATChat

mwilliamsAT Mar 2 @ 8:26 PM EST

Excellent! Using the tools available to you! #atchat https://t.co/WuU5SJZWbd

DonnaWaldman Mar 2 @ 8:26 PM EST

@mwilliamsAT #ATchat I am in VA we are luck to have AIMVA which has access to NIMAS, Bookstore, Learning Ally - Walmart of Accessible text.

iplante Mar 2 @ 8:27 PM EST

A3: use @Bookshare for text along with @ScannerPro @ClaroPDF @Prizmo @VoiceDreamApp to create accessible text #ATchat #edtechchat

mkeeneyAT Mar 2 @ 8:27 PM EST

@DonnaWaldman @mwilliamsAT Link? Would love a peek to AIMVA #ATchat

gallianstone Mar 2 @ 8:27 PM EST

A3. @Bookshare when relevant - as mentioned before, do a lot of modifying b/c can't get leveled texts that meet our needs. #atchat

mmatp - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:27 PM EST

@bcdtech @iplante @andycinek Yes. We can then spend time supporting Ss vs. constantly modifying content #ATchat

KarenJan - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:28 PM EST

We need educators to use less paper, no handouts or pamphlets. Important starting point. #a11y #ATchat

mwilliamsAT Mar 2 @ 8:28 PM EST

In case it got past you. Here’s the AEM list for all of the states. #ATchat https://t.co/mmsPQ3chc9

mwilliamsAT Mar 2 @ 8:26 PM EST

Listing of state #AEM contacts via @AEM_Center https://t.co/6JmDOf8W3X #atchat

bcdtech Mar 2 @ 8:28 PM EST

@mmatp Anyone use materials/ideas from https://t.co/EMO7DrxlVa #ATchat

eyeonaxs Mar 2 @ 8:28 PM EST

@bcdtech @iplante @andycinek much better to start with a good source document, rather than scan and OCR which is a retrofit. #ATchat

iplante Mar 2 @ 8:28 PM EST

Need @texthelp @DonJohnstonInc @apple @GoogleForEdu to get in the sandbox for #ld learners #ATchat

atslp_jan Mar 2 @ 8:28 PM EST

A3: Use bookshare on iPad for younger students. #ATchat

mmatp - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:28 PM EST

@atslp_jan Link Chrome app from @Learning_Ally is a powerful resource for audiobooks #Atchat

mmatp - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:29 PM EST

Follow #edcampXsNJ this Sat. 3/5/16 to participate in our #edcamp focused on AT & supports for ALL learners #ATchat

wernedat Mar 2 @ 8:29 PM EST

@mwilliamsAT A3: I have used it. It was then worth my time to search high and low for anything but that for him. #clunky #old #ATchat

bcdtech Mar 2 @ 8:29 PM EST

@eyeonaxs @iplante @andycinek Agree- let's use UDL as a starting point vs retrofit #ATchat

cybraryman1 Mar 2 @ 8:29 PM EST

My Go Paperless page https://t.co/47w0pGUDHh #ATchat https://t.co/oJuufa2tb2

KarenJan - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:28 PM EST

We need educators to use less paper, no handouts or pamphlets. Important starting point. #a11y #ATchat

DonnaWaldman Mar 2 @ 8:29 PM EST

@mkeeneyAT @mwilliamsAT #ATchat https://t.co/zy5pS27H9N

mwilliamsAT Mar 2 @ 8:29 PM EST

Leveled texts can be a big issue, indeed. @DonJohnstonInc Snap & Read Universal has a good tool 4 that. #ATchat https://t.co/eDmOZKN4sZ

gallianstone Mar 2 @ 8:27 PM EST

A3. @Bookshare when relevant - as mentioned before, do a lot of modifying b/c can't get leveled texts that meet our needs. #atchat

mkeeneyAT Mar 2 @ 8:29 PM EST

@DonnaWaldman @mwilliamsAT Thanks for the link. #atchat

mmatp - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:30 PM EST

Q4: Share resources you have found to support students using #OER #atchat #GoOpen

mwilliamsAT Mar 2 @ 8:30 PM EST

@wernedat Did you go through your state AIM center? #ATchat

bcdtech Mar 2 @ 8:30 PM EST

@mwilliamsAT @DonJohnstonInc Heading up to Troy, NY to learn more about Snap & Read tomorrow morning. #ATchat

mmatp - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:30 PM EST

@eyeonaxs @bcdtech @iplante @andycinek Yes. UDL! Start w/ flexible support up front vs. differentiate at end. Proactive vs reactive #Atchat

mwilliamsAT Mar 2 @ 8:31 PM EST

For #OER resources - check out the Learning Registry: https://t.co/qZTwmwfqzk #atchat

iplante Mar 2 @ 8:31 PM EST

@bcdtech @eyeonaxs @andycinek if we design lesson to meet needs of "weakest " learner easily address ALL learners #atchat

eyeonaxs Mar 2 @ 8:31 PM EST

@mmatp @mkeeneyAT @mwilliamsAT not much there for average teacher. They are ones creating materials now. Need userfriendly tools. #atchat

DonnaWaldman Mar 2 @ 8:32 PM EST

#ATChat Least Restrictive are book adoptions with online access to books many have audio built in.

mmatp - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:32 PM EST

Looking 4 student voices to share @ #edcamp How tech has increased independence. Record here: https://t.co/AG9H7T2iuR #ATchat

mmatp - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:32 PM EST

Try Copyfish Chrome ext. OCR text from any source. https://t.co/eB36LjNMfs #ATchat

mwilliamsAT Mar 2 @ 8:32 PM EST

@eyeonaxs We still send out our videos to a contractor who sends me back description files & a script. I assemble. #ATchat

mkeeneyAT Mar 2 @ 8:32 PM EST

@eyeonaxs @mmatp @mwilliamsAT Yes, I kind of gave up after I read "educators this is not your portal to digital resources" #atchat

bcdtech Mar 2 @ 8:32 PM EST

Does https://t.co/S3yEpKkukE still do anything that's useful? #ATchat @eyeonaxs @mmatp @mkeeneyAT @mwilliamsAT

mwilliamsAT Mar 2 @ 8:34 PM EST

@mkeeneyAT @eyeonaxs @mmatp Depending on what you may want, it might already be done. Check with video producers. #ATchat

bcdtech Mar 2 @ 8:34 PM EST

@mmatp The screenshot reader in Read&Write does a good job when I've tried it. #ATchat

mmatp - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:34 PM EST

A4: OER Commons - https://t.co/LIlBjLAoxo #ATchat

eyeonaxs Mar 2 @ 8:34 PM EST

@mmatp @bcdtech @iplante @andycinek with videos, start with text transcript. YouTube does great if you feed it a transcript. #ATchat

mwilliamsAT Mar 2 @ 8:34 PM EST

@gallianstone @DonJohnstonInc Seems like something they should look into then. Feedback helps. #ATchat

mkeeneyAT Mar 2 @ 8:35 PM EST

@mmatp THERE'S the portal! Thanks. #ATchat

eyeonaxs Mar 2 @ 8:35 PM EST

@iplante @bcdtech @andycinek yes, design for the edges, cover everyone in between. #atchat

bcdtech Mar 2 @ 8:35 PM EST

@mmatp I hadn't thought of OER as = to accessible.... Is that the direction that they are heading? #ATchat

DonnaWaldman Mar 2 @ 8:35 PM EST

#ATChat RW has snap shot reader can use to read text from pdf that is locked.OCR really good.Use copier to scan text, OCR with RW =beautiful

mmatp - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:36 PM EST

A4: For my higher ed friend @mwilliamsAT (and everyone else!) College Open Textbooks - https://t.co/Ij2FWLlaJx #ATchat

mwilliamsAT Mar 2 @ 8:36 PM EST

Q5: One #OER initiative focuses on publishing ur own OER Talk about tools/strat you use to create materials to support all learners. #atchat

mwilliamsAT Mar 2 @ 8:36 PM EST

This is the key, and I think the point of some confusion. #ATchat https://t.co/GnWPh1nTr3

bcdtech Mar 2 @ 8:35 PM EST

@mmatp I hadn't thought of OER as = to accessible.... Is that the direction that they are heading? #ATchat

mwilliamsAT Mar 2 @ 8:37 PM EST

Q5 (cont’d): What tools do you use to create your own materials (apps, software, etc.)? #atchat

bcdtech Mar 2 @ 8:37 PM EST

@mwilliamsAT I tried the new , but $ gobook app that Mads has worked on. It has real possibilities #ATchat

mmatp - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:37 PM EST

@bcdtech I feel like we need to drive the convo to remind people accessible = supports for all learners #Atchat

eyeonaxs Mar 2 @ 8:37 PM EST

@bcdtech @mmatp @mkeeneyAT @mwilliamsAT Aimed at developers, not educators. AEM center does a great job of translating WCAG for us. #ATchat

gallianstone Mar 2 @ 8:37 PM EST

@JhJhersh I did look at it. Don't honestly remember much about it. #atchat

mwilliamsAT Mar 2 @ 8:37 PM EST

@mmatp The CSU system actually has an initiative (Affordable Learning Solutions) looking at this. #ATchat :)

mmatp - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:38 PM EST

A4: Open Course Library - https://t.co/KX1E9b3AIH #Atchat

MaegeK Mar 2 @ 8:38 PM EST

A5: I use board maker online to make a lot of materials that can support all learners in my classrooms. #atchat

atslp_jan Mar 2 @ 8:38 PM EST

@DonnaWaldman I also have subscription to their Snapverter tool which has been helpful to convert PDFs. #ATchat #texthelp

bcdtech Mar 2 @ 8:38 PM EST

@gallianstone @JhJhersh I love Read & Write for Google Chrome... excellent tool! Check it again. #ATchat

mmatp - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:38 PM EST

@eyeonaxs @bcdtech Try to reinstall. I have been using it and it works well #ATchat

KarenJan - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:39 PM EST

We spend so much time trying to convert inaccessible to accessible. Must be accessible proactively. #ATchat

gallianstone Mar 2 @ 8:40 PM EST

@JhJhersh trying to get 8th grade content down to 8-10 simple (3-4 word) mostly core vocab k level vocab sentences - tall order #atchat

mmatp - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:40 PM EST

Don't forget. We are looking for people to moderate #ATchat Have a topic idea? Fill out the form: https://t.co/wUQEjE6Lej

bcdtech Mar 2 @ 8:40 PM EST

@atslp_jan @DonnaWaldman I have a scan snap scanner- a bit pricey, but works well and is wicked fast #ATchat

mwilliamsAT Mar 2 @ 8:40 PM EST

There it is! Exactly! #ATchat https://t.co/Citon1NfsD

KarenJan - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:39 PM EST

We spend so much time trying to convert inaccessible to accessible. Must be accessible proactively. #ATchat

mmatp - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:40 PM EST

A5: Using @BookCreatorApp to build materials w/ embedded multimedia for support. Use built in #a11y features for TTS #ATchat

mkeeneyAT Mar 2 @ 8:40 PM EST

@eyeonaxs For sure! I'm like, "What'm I doing on here?" It was the link in AZ Supe's OpenState press release. To that registry thing #atchat

eyeonaxs Mar 2 @ 8:40 PM EST

@mmatp @bcdtech also accessible starts at the source, not after the fact with OCR tools. #ATchat

WISCOMACO Mar 2 @ 8:41 PM EST

I get frustrated when I see a "online textbook" that has no access features #atchat ...is it rocket science?

mmatp - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:41 PM EST

Yes! Exactly. Well said as always #Atchat https://t.co/mdsqnSPV0G

KarenJan - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:39 PM EST

We spend so much time trying to convert inaccessible to accessible. Must be accessible proactively. #ATchat

adaptechcf Mar 2 @ 8:41 PM EST

So many open resources that are "new" to me. Thanks everyone for sharing! #atchat

mwilliamsAT Mar 2 @ 8:41 PM EST

A5: ABBYY FineReaderPro is our go to tool. Great OCR plus control over reading order which is important. #ATchat

bcdtech Mar 2 @ 8:41 PM EST

@eyeonaxs @mmatp So, how do we balance getting what Ss need now with the way we want it to become? #ATchat

gallianstone Mar 2 @ 8:41 PM EST

@bcdtech @JhJhersh I will. I don't remember why I gave up. W/ the images and the text mod sometimes it's easier to write my own... #atchat

eyeonaxs Mar 2 @ 8:42 PM EST

@mmatp @BookCreatorApp need templates for blind students to create books. #atchat

gallianstone Mar 2 @ 8:42 PM EST

@mmatp I LOVE @BookCreatorApp - even have my Ss creating using it! #atchat

mwilliamsAT Mar 2 @ 8:43 PM EST

I think you have to talk with the publishers. Get them to step up with textbooks & other core materials. #ATchat https://t.co/wyQCQtus6L

bcdtech Mar 2 @ 8:41 PM EST

@eyeonaxs @mmatp So, how do we balance getting what Ss need now with the way we want it to become? #ATchat

atslp_jan Mar 2 @ 8:43 PM EST

@KarenJan Spending a lot of time doing this lately! Wish that this was more widely understood. #atChat

mmatp - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:44 PM EST

@eyeonaxs @BookCreatorApp good point. that would also be helpful for Ss with cog dis #ATchat

KarenJan - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:44 PM EST

@bcdtech Great question. We want it now because it's best for all Ss. Tough to be patient, kids left behind. #ATchat https://t.co/alWHUyD7Ao

bcdtech Mar 2 @ 8:41 PM EST

@eyeonaxs @mmatp So, how do we balance getting what Ss need now with the way we want it to become? #ATchat

mmatp - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:45 PM EST

That is exactly what we face too often. Need to educate publishers + content developers about #a11y #atchat https://t.co/rRU77BXFsy

WISCOMACO Mar 2 @ 8:41 PM EST

I get frustrated when I see a "online textbook" that has no access features #atchat ...is it rocket science?

eyeonaxs Mar 2 @ 8:45 PM EST

@bcdtech @mmatp start teaching them about a11y as they become creators. They will be the next gen developers/publishers. #atchat

bcdtech Mar 2 @ 8:45 PM EST

@mwilliamsAT Spent 90 min on phone with Pearson... plus emails, then sent in the Nimas form, then they said no... then contact DESE..#ATchat

mwilliamsAT Mar 2 @ 8:45 PM EST

If you’re in K12, get to your state NIMAS folks & push. If textbooks aren’t there, complain. They should be there. #ItsTheLaw #ATchat

mkeeneyAT Mar 2 @ 8:46 PM EST

@gallianstone EXACTLY why we need good, open source, accessible stuff, right? So we don't ALWAYS have to write our own. #ATchat

mmatp - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:46 PM EST

You beat me to it @eyeonaxs We continue to educate #Atchat https://t.co/zAe20FnF1s

eyeonaxs Mar 2 @ 8:45 PM EST

@bcdtech @mmatp start teaching them about a11y as they become creators. They will be the next gen developers/publishers. #atchat

mwilliamsAT Mar 2 @ 8:46 PM EST

That’s where your state NIMAS ppl can help. They know the process & need to communicate it. #ATchat https://t.co/WOnIAvfqdd

bcdtech Mar 2 @ 8:45 PM EST

@mwilliamsAT Spent 90 min on phone with Pearson... plus emails, then sent in the Nimas form, then they said no... then contact DESE..#ATchat

gallianstone Mar 2 @ 8:47 PM EST

A5. My go-to tool is probably PowerPoint (or keynote on the Mac, really) to create PDFs, or iBooks Author. #atchat

bcdtech Mar 2 @ 8:47 PM EST

@mwilliamsAT I get that we have to advocate, but we also end up losing time with Ss. Wish there was a better way. #ATchat

mkeeneyAT Mar 2 @ 8:47 PM EST

@mwilliamsAT Our teachers are still afraid of the LD thing! #ATchat #dotheyordon'tthey?

mmatp - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:48 PM EST

A5: iBooks Author is a powerful resource for creating materials. Love the widgets! #ATchat

mwilliamsAT Mar 2 @ 8:48 PM EST

I have to wonder how many teaching programs cover #a11y & its need? #ATchat

gallianstone Mar 2 @ 8:48 PM EST

@mkeeneyAT I like creating my own, but wouldn't it be nice to have the option??? *wanders off singing "wouldn't it be nice..."* #atchat

mkeeneyAT Mar 2 @ 8:48 PM EST

@bcdtech @mwilliamsAT Wow, how could they say no? Textbook adoption did not include or what? #ATchat

bcdtech Mar 2 @ 8:48 PM EST

@gallianstone Have you tried Adobe Voice on ipad... easy cheesy- like photostory- video is output, but input is still image/audio #ATchat

mwilliamsAT Mar 2 @ 8:49 PM EST

Gotta gather that army. Parent meetings explaining what’s going on & how they can help. #ATchat https://t.co/CV0IsbzFP7

bcdtech Mar 2 @ 8:47 PM EST

@mwilliamsAT I get that we have to advocate, but we also end up losing time with Ss. Wish there was a better way. #ATchat

kline_barb Mar 2 @ 8:49 PM EST

@andycinek The Palm Initiative? #atchat

eyeonaxs Mar 2 @ 8:49 PM EST

@mmatp IBA supports a11y descriptions, captions, VoiceOver and more. #atchat

gallianstone Mar 2 @ 8:49 PM EST

@bcdtech Never heard of that one! Will have to check it out. Thanks! #atchat

mwilliamsAT Mar 2 @ 8:50 PM EST

@mkeeneyAT @bcdtech Might be because she didn’t go through the state NIMAS DRM person. That’s why they gotta be involved. #ATchat

mmatp - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:50 PM EST

@eyeonaxs That's what makes it so great! #ATchat

bcdtech Mar 2 @ 8:50 PM EST

@mkeeneyAT @mwilliamsAT They said only Textbook, not the student workbook. Still working on it. We paid for print version. #ATchat

eyeonaxs Mar 2 @ 8:50 PM EST

#atchat how to improve a11y of Google Docs docs: https://t.co/smAjiNga3a

mwilliamsAT Mar 2 @ 8:51 PM EST

@bcdtech @mkeeneyAT If it’s considered core instructional material, they could be in big trouble. That’s the challenge to them. #ATchat

andycinek Mar 2 @ 8:51 PM EST

Thank you to everyone for sharing their ideas & insight into this very important issue. I will be sure to follow up with all of you #ATchat

mkeeneyAT Mar 2 @ 8:51 PM EST

@bcdtech @mwilliamsAT Isn't that a core instructional thing if it goes with the textbook? (Stomping feet!) #ATchat

mmatp - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:52 PM EST

@andycinek Thx for participating. We are a passionate group working to meet the needs of ALL learners. Always happy to help #ATchat

mwilliamsAT Mar 2 @ 8:52 PM EST

@andycinek Thank you for being here & participating! Looking forward to hearing more on #GoOpen & #OER #ATchat

mkeeneyAT Mar 2 @ 8:52 PM EST

@andycinek Thanks for joining us this evening. We are on the cusp of something wonderful for Ss with disabilities. #ATchat

bcdtech Mar 2 @ 8:52 PM EST

@mkeeneyAT @mwilliamsAT Yes, I think so. @mwilliamsAT gave me the contact info for state- that's the step I'm on now. #ATchat

KarenJan - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:53 PM EST

@andycinek THank you for joining us tonight. Hope the info everyone shared is helpful. #ATchat https://t.co/kMhAkIFw8k

andycinek Mar 2 @ 8:51 PM EST

Thank you to everyone for sharing their ideas & insight into this very important issue. I will be sure to follow up with all of you #ATchat

mkeeneyAT Mar 2 @ 8:53 PM EST

@bcdtech Go get 'em, tiger! #ATchat

DonnaWaldman Mar 2 @ 8:53 PM EST

#ATchat I have had assistance with my purchasing dept contacting Pearson to get what I needed.

mwilliamsAT Mar 2 @ 8:53 PM EST

One more time! #ATchat https://t.co/mmsPQ3chc9

mwilliamsAT Mar 2 @ 8:26 PM EST

Listing of state #AEM contacts via @AEM_Center https://t.co/6JmDOf8W3X #atchat

bcdtech Mar 2 @ 8:53 PM EST

@andycinek Thanks Andy! I didn't realize that you were in DC now... think I last saw you in Grafton! #ATchat

mwilliamsAT Mar 2 @ 8:54 PM EST

That’s what I’m talking about. Gathering those forces, raising that army! #ATchat https://t.co/h4Q0ROGxh3

DonnaWaldman Mar 2 @ 8:53 PM EST

#ATchat I have had assistance with my purchasing dept contacting Pearson to get what I needed.

eyeonaxs Mar 2 @ 8:55 PM EST

Captioning for iBooks Author w/ MovieCaptioner: https://t.co/09QW6mdmVZ #atchat

mkeeneyAT Mar 2 @ 8:55 PM EST

@mwilliamsAT Great job on the co-moderating! And thanks to @KarenJan and @mmatp Good night all. DInner time here in AZ. #ATchat

bcdtech Mar 2 @ 8:55 PM EST

@mkeeneyAT The Ss is currently in 5th grade... hopefully we can line this up moving forward. #ATchat

KarenJan - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:56 PM EST

@mkeeneyAT So glad you could join tonight! #ATchat

mwilliamsAT Mar 2 @ 8:56 PM EST

@mkeeneyAT @KarenJan @mmatp Thanks! It was a great time! Moves like greased lightning! #ATchat

mmatp - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:57 PM EST

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

mwilliamsAT Mar 2 @ 8:57 PM EST

@bcdtech @mkeeneyAT Getting your purchasing ppl & the contract in can help too. Don’t give up hope. #ATchat

tdcraw Mar 2 @ 8:57 PM EST

A3 not enough students who deserve it have access to material through it. #ATchat

KarenJan - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:57 PM EST

@mwilliamsAT Fantastic job moderating tonight. Thank you for everything. #ATchat

mwilliamsAT Mar 2 @ 8:57 PM EST

@KarenJan It was my pleasure, Karen. Have to do it again sometime. #ATchat

mmatp - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:58 PM EST

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

mmatp - Moderator Mar 2 @ 8:58 PM EST

Great job @mwilliamsAT Powerful insights and amazing conversation tonight. Thx all! See you next week #ATchat

bcdtech Mar 2 @ 8:58 PM EST

@mwilliamsAT @mkeeneyAT Not giving up- all of our Pearson contracts are coming up for renewal. Small school, but some leverage #ATchat

mwilliamsAT Mar 2 @ 8:59 PM EST

@mmatp Thanks to you man! I appreciate your work and help. #ATAvengers #ATchat

bcdtech Mar 2 @ 8:59 PM EST

@mmatp @mwilliamsAT @KarenJan Thanks for moderating! Great topic! See you Saturday Karen! #ATchat