#ATchat Archive

#ATchat makes education and educational materials accessible to all students.
Wednesday April 5, 2017
8:00 PM EDT
  • participatechat Apr 5 @ 8:00 PM EDT
    Participate in the upcoming #ATchat by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/LbdD5CgZib
  • KarenJan - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:00 PM EDT
    Welcome to #atchat! Tonight we will discuss Building Capacity.
  • UDL_Center Apr 5 @ 8:00 PM EDT
    #UDLchat w/ @min_d_j starts in one hour! Time to brace yourself for some #UDLconfessions... https://t.co/gscX4gv8h0 #UDLrockstars #ATchat
  • LREjubilee Apr 5 @ 8:00 PM EDT
    Welcome Alesha! It's awesome that you're making good teacher habits now :) #atchat
    In reply to @MsAleshasEdTalk
  • KarenJan - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    Please introduce yourself and tell us: Are you part of an AT Team or a “Lone Ranger”? #ATchat
  • EGraniero Apr 5 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    Emily from CT.#atchat
  • esampsonSLP Apr 5 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    Hi! I'm Elizabeth. I am from Texas and I am the lead AT specialist for my district. #atchat
  • LREjubilee Apr 5 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    I'm Elizabeth from FL... I'm a T of Ss w/ autism / self-contained #atchat
  • mmatp - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Hey Now #ATchat AT Specialist & "Lone Ranger" from NJ. Co-mod w/ @KarenJan Looking forward to the conversation tonight
  • Shaun_SLP Apr 5 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    #atchat Shaun from Calgary. SLP. I'm part of an AT team, though in my spare time I am a lone ranger as well!
  • mmatp - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    We will use the Q1, A1 format today. Don’t forget to include #atchat hashtag
  • KarenJan - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Welcome everyone - so great to see we are active right from the start! #ATchat
  • The_app_guide Apr 5 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    John O'Sullivan from Chelmsford MA. Assistive Technology Specialist and Librarian #atchat
  • at_makers Apr 5 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Bill from Florida (also tweeting for @LessonPix) #atchat
  • JudithSchoonov1 Apr 5 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Hi Everyone! I'm Judie Schoonover, Loudoun County Public Schools, part of a team. #ATchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • Megmburns02 Apr 5 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Meghan from Rochester, NY. Part of a team of 8 working in a co-op (BOCES) across 14 districts among all of us. #atchat
  • lrdichiara Apr 5 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Leslie from Long Island, NY. Lone Ranger AT specialist in a K-6 district #hopingnotforlong #atchat
  • KarenJan - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Two full time jobs! #ATChat
    In reply to @The_app_guide
    • The_app_guide Apr 5 @ 8:03 PM EDT
      John O'Sullivan from Chelmsford MA. Assistive Technology Specialist and Librarian #atchat
  • KarenJan - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Q1: Complete this thought: IEP team members are______ to use AT because ________ . #ATchat
  • krista_bolen Apr 5 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Krista from Nashville. Part of an AT team in the largest district in TN. #atchat
  • KarenJan - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    The first question is coming up in a minute. #atchat
  • VickiBostonSLP Apr 5 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Hi All- I built my team in Boston but now I'm starting over in a different role in Memphis. Hopefully not a Lone Ranger for too long #atchat
  • mmatp - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    So excited to see a large group tonight - this will be an exciting conversation #ATchat
  • LREjubilee Apr 5 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    I'm new to #atchat... can someone explain the lone ranger reference?
  • mmatp - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    An AT Specialist who is the only one in their school providing service #ATchat
    In reply to @LREjubilee
  • at_makers Apr 5 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    It just means they're the only AT supporting their students (nobody to play with) #atchat
    In reply to @LREjubilee
  • alysstets Apr 5 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    Hershey PA, team member #ATchat
  • mmatp - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    Exactly! #ATchat
    In reply to @at_makers, @LREjubilee
  • possbeth Apr 5 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    Beth from Maryland! #atchat
  • KarenJan - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    Hi Elizabeth - meaning are you part of a team in your district or do you work alone as an AT specialiast. Does that make snese. #atchat
    In reply to @LREjubilee
  • The_app_guide Apr 5 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    @KarenJan I do both jobs in my district. I work the same hours as everyone else. #atchat
    In reply to @KarenJan, @KarenJan
  • krista_bolen Apr 5 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    A1: IEP teams are afraid to use AT because they think don't have devices or funding. #atchat
  • mmatp - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    Here is Q1 again if you missed it (Like me!) #Atchat
  • LREjubilee Apr 5 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    A1: IEP team members are hesitant to use AT because it's often misunderstood. (my perspective as the Team Lead) #atchat
  • alysstets Apr 5 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    A1: reluctant bc depth of understanding of what AT is/is not needs more PD #ATchat
  • Shaun_SLP Apr 5 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    #atchat plus you explained the whole "Boston" name thing :p
    In reply to @VickiBostonSLP
  • mmatp - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    A1: Sometimes reluctant because they think it is hard or more work #ATchat
  • JudithSchoonov1 Apr 5 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    reluctant...because they are not sure what it is & may not realize they don't need someone to do an AT assess to provide #ATchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • at_makers Apr 5 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    A1: IEP team members are UNLIKELY to use AT because THEY THINK IT IS A LAST RESORT #atchat
  • mmatp - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    A1: So interesting that 3 of us used the word Reluctant. #ATchat
  • KarenJan - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    A2 - IEP teams are reluctant to use AT because they are satisfied with their current instructional methods and don't see the need. #ATchat
  • LREjubilee Apr 5 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    nobody to play with ... great way to put it. I'm not a lone ranger, but there's only 1 T at my S who does what I do so I empathize #atchat
    In reply to @at_makers
  • AssignmentHelpN Apr 5 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    #atchat #AVIDchat #csk8 #ctedlead #currichat #EdBeat #2ndchat A Beginner’s Guide on How to Make Mind Maps https://t.co/HMbTauQCs5
  • possbeth Apr 5 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1 former AT team member, forner curriculum@writer, current sped admin and hopeful Assistant Principal! #atchat
  • alysstets Apr 5 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1-wow....so many people using "reluctant"! #ATchat
  • bAaLc6O5xjH98iG Apr 5 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    #atchat #facebook govintage #cam #boobs juicyalicee #models #teens bigtits #fitness
  • LREjubilee Apr 5 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    yes! At my school we call the singletons. I think I prefer Lone Ranger! #atchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • Shaun_SLP Apr 5 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    #atchat A1) IEP team are (can be) hesitant to use AT because they think it will cause additional work/learning
  • KarenJan - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    Does anyone see IEP teams excited to use AT? #ATchat
  • at_makers Apr 5 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    A1: Lori (SPED Pre-K) dreads it because the support is so poor. She instantly is on a deserted island (lucky we have you folks!) #atchat
  • Megmburns02 Apr 5 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    A1: behind in their thinking to consider AT bc some only think of it at the CSE table (after much of the year has passed) #atchat
  • esampsonSLP Apr 5 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    A1: sometimes reluctant because they have to step out of their comfort zone #atchat
  • VickiBostonSLP Apr 5 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    On the other hand: IEP team thrilled to get their hands on AT b/c they think it will solve all their problems #atchat
  • The_app_guide Apr 5 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    @KarenJan Well said. #atchat
    In reply to @KarenJan, @KarenJan
  • mmatp - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    Only after we have built capacity about what AT is and how beneficial it can be #ATchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • Spedtechmia3 Apr 5 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    #ATchat Mia from Orlando, jumping in as soon as we stop driving around… I'm the M-uber! mom-uber!😬
  • Shaun_SLP Apr 5 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    #atchat pfft show off! :p
    In reply to @possbeth
  • LREjubilee Apr 5 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    oh no! I thought I could handle 2 chats at once... and they're both on Q2! #fledchat #atchat
  • possbeth Apr 5 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    A1 Q1: IEP team members are learning to use AT because they see it's potential #ATchat
  • mmatp - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    Q2: How does your team “consider” AT? How well did the process work for your IEP teams? #Atchat
  • alysstets Apr 5 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    #atchat YES! Our team for 2ndry multiple disabilities support is!!!!!
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • at_makers Apr 5 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    HA! Lucky girl! #atchat
    In reply to @possbeth
  • Shaun_SLP Apr 5 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    #atchat definitely... Once they see the success that AT can bring and feel comfortable with the technology (e.g. have capacity)
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • The_app_guide Apr 5 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    A1: I think some of the reluctance is changing as technology is getting better. #atchat
  • KarenJan - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    Great A1 answers -time to change the reluctant/hesitation to excitement. For the sake of their students! #ATchat
  • at_makers Apr 5 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    A2: Luckily most of my work is outside the system, so we simply support parents and ATPs who have unmet needs #atchat
  • LREjubilee Apr 5 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    I've seen it both ways! That's a good observation! #atchat
    In reply to @VickiBostonSLP
  • Shaun_SLP Apr 5 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    #atchat I really like use of comfort zone here!
    In reply to @esampsonSLP
  • EGraniero Apr 5 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    A1: they may also not have much knowledge about it depending on what their field is. Knowledge is power #atchat
    • JudithSchoonov1 Apr 5 @ 8:08 PM EDT
      reluctant...because they are not sure what it is & may not realize they don't need someone to do an AT assess to provide #ATchat
      In reply to @KarenJan
  • LREjubilee Apr 5 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    I was just in a mtg where everyone was excited! But it was bc we had GREAT team. With different teams, it's always different #atchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • Shaun_SLP Apr 5 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    #atchat this would be a great question as well @KarenJan @mmatp
    In reply to @LREjubilee, @VickiBostonSLP, @KarenJan, @mmatp
  • Megmburns02 Apr 5 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    I definitely agree with this. Have seen a huge difference with districts that have gone 1:1 with devices #atchat
    In reply to @The_app_guide
  • alysstets Apr 5 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    A2...constant SSP, always striving to stay updated, always re-evaluating/revisiting the SETT, high expectations for Ss #ATchat
  • JudithSchoonov1 Apr 5 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    A2 "consider" it by reviewing accommodations. Some r still confused with the continuum & what they may already be providing #ATchat
    In reply to @mmatp
  • alysstets Apr 5 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    So true! Every team is a personality unto itself. #atchat
    In reply to @LREjubilee, @KarenJan
  • possbeth Apr 5 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    A1 90% of the IEP meetings I attend have Att on there even if it's just low tech #atchat
  • Shaun_SLP Apr 5 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    #atchat A2) I am lucky in that the teams I work with are typically very excited to see AT solutions due to past success. This is as a whole
  • KarenJan - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    Off topic question - I'm finding Chrome and gmail running so s-l-o-w-l-y. Any ideas how to overcome this? #ATchat
  • mmatp - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    Really good point. They may have done Consideration already + finding success #Atchat
    In reply to @JudithSchoonov1
  • The_app_guide Apr 5 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    A2 I think the IEP teams sees AT as being very important. I think it helps that I taught speical ed and understand their job #atchat
  • MsAleshasEdTalk Apr 5 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    Important thing to know is teaching is life long learning. Teachers I encounter are eager to learn more about AT. #atchat
  • alysstets Apr 5 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    So much AT is overlooked as being AT for ind. Ss...esp. the no/low tech #atchat
    In reply to @JudithSchoonov1, @mmatp
  • mmatp - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    Close some tabs! That should help. Are you on Chromebook or Mac? #ATchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • Shaun_SLP Apr 5 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    #atchat A2) there are those where the capacity is not as high, and require more effort... As a "lone ranger", this is a different story!
  • mmatp - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    Did you know #ATchat has a @voxer group too? Check out https://t.co/4NWoxLzrWg to sign up
  • EGraniero Apr 5 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    try clearing the cache and fully shutting down the chrome browser and restarting it #atchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • KarenJan - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    Using Mac andOne Tab extension. #ATchat
    In reply to @mmatp
  • esampsonSLP Apr 5 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    A2: all schools complete an AT consideration Guide at every ARD. If they need assistance they contact our team to consult. #atchat
  • krista_bolen Apr 5 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    A2: we have a referral process to req eval from our team. But would love teams to collect data and "consider" before referring. #atchat
  • KarenJan - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    Thanks. Will try that AFTER #ATchat
    In reply to @EGraniero
  • mmatp - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    If you are on CB-I go into settings every once in a while and Power Wash the system. Cleans out everything-makes it like new #ATchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • Spedtechmia3 Apr 5 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    A1: this is what we encourage in our Region- AT is not ONLY hightech... should be considered and Federal definition followed #atchat
    • possbeth Apr 5 @ 8:16 PM EDT
      A1 90% of the IEP meetings I attend have Att on there even if it's just low tech #atchat
  • mmatp - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    Do you have a bunch of extensions on? Even if you are not using them, they might slow system down #ATchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • EGraniero Apr 5 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    try thinning out the amount of tabs you have in one tab #atchat
    In reply to @KarenJan, @mmatp
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  • The_app_guide Apr 5 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    Awesome! thank you for sharing. #atchat
    In reply to @mmatp, @voxer
  • KarenJan - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    Wow - how did you put that into place? Can you share your guide? #ATchat
    In reply to @esampsonSLP
    • esampsonSLP Apr 5 @ 8:18 PM EDT
      A2: all schools complete an AT consideration Guide at every ARD. If they need assistance they contact our team to consult. #atchat
  • massignmenthelp Apr 5 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    #atchat #AVIDchat #csk8 #ctedlead #currichat #EdBeat #edubkcl #2ndchat 15 Websites to Increase Productivity https://t.co/t6CXdTeYbl
  • KarenJan - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    Please keep blocking and reporting the spam. We need #twitter to take action against linking those hashtags to #ATchat
  • attipscast Apr 5 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    All. The. Time. Especially when they don't think of it as AT. When they think of it as just T to help S, there's less hand wringing #atchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • atslp_jan Apr 5 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    Yes, I have a few #Atchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • KarenJan - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    Q3 Building capacity means moving away from the expert model. How do you do that with your teams? #atchat
  • KarenJan - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    And here's Chris to the rescue! @attipscast #ATchat
    In reply to @attipscast, @attipscast
    • attipscast Apr 5 @ 8:21 PM EDT
      All. The. Time. Especially when they don't think of it as AT. When they think of it as just T to help S, there's less hand wringing #atchat
      In reply to @KarenJan
  • mmatp - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    A3: Find small victories & use that to layer deeper learning on new tools/tasks #ATchat
  • Megmburns02 Apr 5 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    Yes! Usually teams that have already received a lot of PD or who are truly intrinsically motivated to find the best way for students #atchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • KarenJan - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    I do often as well. Yesterday, I stayed after the IEP meeting to show the team tools they were so excited to implement. #ATworks #ATchat
    In reply to @attipscast
  • alysstets Apr 5 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    A3: professional development & hands on experience key to moving to integrated intervention model #atchat
  • krista_bolen Apr 5 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    A3: trying to send out more video how tos instead of running out to a school to fix something. #youtube #empowerment #atchat
  • EGraniero Apr 5 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    A3: colaboration, start with an idea then have each team member add something to it #atchat
  • alysstets Apr 5 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    A3: nothing beats an intrinsically motivated team or team member! #ATchat
  • mmatp - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    Great idea. Find ways to duplicate ourselves! #ATchat
    In reply to @krista_bolen
  • KarenJan - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    Having the expectation for AT consideration is key. #ATchat
    • esampsonSLP Apr 5 @ 8:24 PM EDT
      It was actually an expectation before I started on the team. Lots of training and support from our directors. And yes I will share.
      In reply to @KarenJan
  • possbeth Apr 5 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    A3 by helping them reflect on what they are already doing that is actually AT and how they can expand on that #atchat
  • JudithSchoonov1 Apr 5 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    A3 pointing out what they are already doing right, de-mystifying the idea of AT and modeling a continuum of options #ATchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • Shaun_SLP Apr 5 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    #atchat A3) start small, work for quick success and build from there. Important to not come across as the know it all AT person too!
  • atslp_jan Apr 5 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    Q3: Training and collaborating as much as I can. Try to keep everyone informed of changing technology and options. #atchat
  • wernedat Apr 5 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    A3: try to let them lead - what they want to try 1st = buyin #atchat
  • LREjubilee Apr 5 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    I make sure they're educated re: the topic at hand b/f the mtg. I frame my professional judgements around the child, not myself #atchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • Shaun_SLP Apr 5 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    #atchat A3) moving away from the expert model involves doing what you have to do to make others feel like experts!
  • attipscast Apr 5 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    A3: ask way more guiding questions prompting to think of ideas themselves. "Sounds like U think S needs something to X. Like what?" #atchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • gallianstone Apr 5 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    Oh, hey look, it's wednesday! SR, severe SPED T from MA joining #ATchat quite late.
  • rtopp Apr 5 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    #ATchat scared they don't understand
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • VickiBostonSLP Apr 5 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    A3: during every eval & consult take the time to share your thoughts, solicit theirs & create buy-in & natural AT/AAC ambassadors #atchat
  • mmatp - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    Better late than missing it! Happy to have you here #ATchat
    In reply to @gallianstone
  • Megmburns02 Apr 5 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    A3: difficult for me at times, but trying to be better about meeting them where they are at #atchat
  • krista_bolen Apr 5 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    A3: also, helping Ts find peers in the building that can support or model #ATchat
  • gallianstone Apr 5 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    Can someone RT the last q? Playing catch-up and can't find it in the timeline! Thanks! #ATchat
  • KarenJan - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    Asking guiding questions is key. I often ask, "what are you currently doing and how is it working?" #ATchat
    In reply to @attipscast
    • attipscast Apr 5 @ 8:26 PM EDT
      A3: ask way more guiding questions prompting to think of ideas themselves. "Sounds like U think S needs something to X. Like what?" #atchat
      In reply to @KarenJan
  • VickiBostonSLP Apr 5 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    I was only on time because I'd just finished the USSAAC webinar & was already here! #ATchat
    In reply to @gallianstone
  • mmatp - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    Q4: How do you reach those reluctant staff members and create innovative solutions to meet S needs? #ATchat
  • KarenJan - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    Great to see you - are you bringing a team to #EdCampAccesss on Saturday? #ATchat
    In reply to @gallianstone
  • mmatp - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    Keep the convo going. Join our #ATchat Facebook group. https://t.co/Ab65dJYnFw
  • VickiBostonSLP Apr 5 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    yep, patience is key- but if they can get themselves to the next step, it's worth waiting for. #ATchat
    In reply to @Megmburns02
  • esampsonSLP Apr 5 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    A3: I've found that a gradual release model can be helpful: I do, we do, you do #atchat
  • gallianstone Apr 5 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    Trying. You'd think with needing to network for jobs next year my coworkers would be excited to join me... #ATchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • The_app_guide Apr 5 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    A4 You have to come up with good ideas get results and sell them on how it will make thier classroom better #atchat
  • alysstets Apr 5 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    A4: TBH, this is my struggle be I'm such an intrinsically motivated person. I get frustrated when others aren't constantly striving. #ATchat
  • alysstets Apr 5 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    What do you do to "sell it"? #atchat
    In reply to @The_app_guide
  • JudithSchoonov1 Apr 5 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    A4 "catch 'em being good. There is always something that can be built upon...plus chocolate #ATchat
    In reply to @mmatp
  • mmatp - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    I have that same problem too. I don't understand why people won't participate in chats at night or go to an edcamp! #Atchat
    In reply to @alysstets
  • wernedat Apr 5 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    A4: Teach Ss first, let their success speak louder than your words #atchat
  • gallianstone Apr 5 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    A4. Having ready-made models they can use helps motivate Ts to try and make more on their own. Also having my Ss incidentally model. #ATchat
  • KarenJan - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    I often feel the same way - what do you think they are experiencing? I try to understand where they are coming from. #ATchat
    In reply to @alysstets
    • alysstets Apr 5 @ 8:33 PM EDT
      A4: TBH, this is my struggle be I'm such an intrinsically motivated person. I get frustrated when others aren't constantly striving. #ATchat
  • Shaun_SLP Apr 5 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    #atchat A4) hack away with small victories; be sure to work closely with them, being patient and kind, point out what Ss and other Ts doing
  • LREjubilee Apr 5 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    this is my daily struggle. Nothing makes a T who's trying madder than a complacent T. #atchat
    In reply to @alysstets
  • atslp_jan Apr 5 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    A4: That's a tough one. Persistence, I guess. Providing examples of how it's working for other students. #atchat
  • gallianstone Apr 5 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    So much this. If they see the kids using/trying to use it, they're more likely to try and support it. #ATchat
    • wernedat Apr 5 @ 8:34 PM EDT
      A4: Teach Ss first, let their success speak louder than your words #atchat
  • KarenJan - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    I've heard for some, it's because EdCamps are on Satrurday. They say it should be during the week. #ATchat
    In reply to @mmatp, @alysstets
    • mmatp - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:34 PM EDT
      I have that same problem too. I don't understand why people won't participate in chats at night or go to an edcamp! #Atchat
      In reply to @alysstets
  • alysstets Apr 5 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    Or set high expectations or presume competence! I'm always looking for 'better'; hard for me to relate w those who 'do minimum' #atchat
    In reply to @mmatp
  • Shaun_SLP Apr 5 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    #atchat I do my best to try and put myself in somebody else's shoe... What if I was complacent? Set in my ways? Scared? What would I need?
    In reply to @KarenJan, @alysstets
  • Megmburns02 Apr 5 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    A4: I've tried to get someone else in their immediate environment on board #atchat
  • mmatp - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    I hear that often. Learning happens all the time-even on Saturday!! #ATchat
    In reply to @KarenJan, @alysstets
  • The_app_guide Apr 5 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    I taught special ed for 10 years. I understand their job and I talk about their concerns and how I can address those concerns. #atchat
    In reply to @alysstets
  • alysstets Apr 5 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    #atchat empathy is my strong suit, but I don't know how to inspire intrinsic motivation
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • KarenJan - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    What answers have you come up with? #ATchat
    In reply to @Shaun_SLP, @alysstets
    • Shaun_SLP Apr 5 @ 8:37 PM EDT
      #atchat I do my best to try and put myself in somebody else's shoe... What if I was complacent? Set in my ways? Scared? What would I need?
      In reply to @KarenJan, @alysstets
  • KarenJan - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    Q5: How often do you reflect on your practices? What does it look like for you? Is this important to do as AT professionals? #ATchat
  • gallianstone Apr 5 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    I see mindset of "(s)he doesn't need it/is doing fine without it, so it's one more thing 'they' keep adding to what I have to do" #ATchat
    In reply to @KarenJan, @alysstets
  • mmatp - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    A5: Reflection is key in order to grow. We must make time for this. #ATchat
  • VickiBostonSLP Apr 5 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    A4: I honestly didn't try to hard w/some people when I started. I have only so much time & focused on what I could change. (1/2) #atchat
  • gallianstone Apr 5 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    In fact, that's an almost direct quote from a coworker for whom this is a frequent challenge/source of discussion/debate. #ATchat
    In reply to @KarenJan, @alysstets
  • LREjubilee Apr 5 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    A4: this is a relevant Q for every school, T & S in every discipline. I see it in some form in most chats. Unfortunately, idk #atchat
    In reply to @mmatp
  • Shaun_SLP Apr 5 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    #atchat It is very individualized but for instance, if I'm "scared" of something. What helps me? Small steps, slow introductions, discussion
    In reply to @KarenJan, @alysstets
  • KarenJan - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    Yup. Agreeing on what "fine" means is the challenge. It's often not "fine." #ATchat
    In reply to @gallianstone, @alysstets
    • gallianstone Apr 5 @ 8:38 PM EDT
      I see mindset of "(s)he doesn't need it/is doing fine without it, so it's one more thing 'they' keep adding to what I have to do" #ATchat
      In reply to @KarenJan, @alysstets
  • alysstets Apr 5 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    A5: every minute of every day #ATchat
  • wernedat Apr 5 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    A5: I do the QIAT indicators at the end of every school year - very reflective and good mission setting for new year. #ATchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • VickiBostonSLP Apr 5 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    Then, once there were clear examples of effective AT/AAC, that tended to change a school's culture & it wasn't just me pushing #ATchat (2/2)
  • mmatp - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    CONGRATS-YOU WIN THE CHAT! #ATchat
  • alysstets Apr 5 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    A5: observe, SSP, video samples, formative assessment, criterion referenced assessment #ATchat
  • atslp_jan Apr 5 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    A5: I feel like I do it quite often. Always thinking of ways to refine and revise my practice. #atchat
  • Shaun_SLP Apr 5 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    #atchat A5) all the time. I am constantly reflecting on my latest meeting, discussion, sessions, piece of information. I take notes of how
  • JudithSchoonov1 Apr 5 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    A5 Reading, writing, & conferences. Love learning about what others are doing! #ATchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • esampsonSLP Apr 5 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    A4: modeling, starting small, getting their feedback, praising the awesome work they are doing #atchat
  • KarenJan - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    A5 - keeps me up at night. #ATchat
  • alysstets Apr 5 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    😁Score! #atchat!
    In reply to @mmatp
  • Shaun_SLP Apr 5 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    #atchat A5) cont... Notes on what I can do different next time, even if it's just a tone of voice or semantics
  • The_app_guide Apr 5 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    I catalog the best AT and related edtech that I find. I find expert power goes a long way. https://t.co/b4kkBXO3yq #atchat
    In reply to @alysstets
  • KarenJan - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    A5 - reflecting often involves asking Ss their thoughts #ATchat
  • mmatp - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    Great point. It can be the little things that change the next interaction. Tone of voice, head nod, offer support #ATchat
    In reply to @Shaun_SLP
  • VickiBostonSLP Apr 5 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    A5: this is part of why I like presenting at conferences, going to EdCamps & teaching- have to reflect to do those well #atchat
  • gallianstone Apr 5 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    A5. More about implimentation than about tech decisions themselves. B/c w/o tech my Ss do not have access. #ATchat
  • Shaun_SLP Apr 5 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    #atchat honestly, this is HUGE in getting away from the "expert" model.
    In reply to @mmatp
  • alysstets Apr 5 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    #atchat and how many sleepless nights do you have!?!? 😝
    In reply to @Shaun_SLP
  • esampsonSLP Apr 5 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    Self reflection is huge! After every visit and training I do I constantly think of ways to improve. #atchat
  • KarenJan - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    Are you coming to #EdCampAccess in Burlington on Saturday, or sending any of your teams? #ATchat
    In reply to @The_app_guide, @alysstets
  • mmatp - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    A5: In addition to personal reflection, I really enjoy talking with my #PLN about how to be better. #ATchat makes me better every week
  • The_app_guide Apr 5 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    A5 I constantly search for new AT and related edtech. I reflect often on what I do #atchat
  • gallianstone Apr 5 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    Interviewed at a school recently with only bare minimum of low-tech access tools available. Reminded me just how far we've come #ATchat
  • Shaun_SLP Apr 5 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    #atchat I do my best to shut myself off from work when need be! I also have a wife who kicks my butt if I do too much of it!
    In reply to @alysstets
  • krista_bolen Apr 5 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    A5: Most Wednesday evenings hearing about what others do and thinking about different perspectives. #ATchat4ever #atchat
  • alysstets Apr 5 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    #atchat student voice & choice so important, right @ivesenglish 😉
    In reply to @KarenJan, @ivesenglish
  • mmatp - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    This might have to show up on our next #ATchat t shirt: #ATchat4ever
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  • Megmburns02 Apr 5 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    A5 can proudly say I'm part of a team that does this daily. We are in constant communication most days & nights about this! #atchat
  • at_makers Apr 5 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    A5: I write guides & publish them.. you have to rethink the whole project when you document it https://t.co/l0CfCpagNh #atchat
  • The_app_guide Apr 5 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    I was just looking for that. You read minds. Can you tweet the link to it? I want to go. #atchat
    In reply to @KarenJan, @alysstets
  • mmatp - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    Don't forget. We are looking for people to moderate #ATchat Have a topic idea? Fill out the form: https://t.co/wUQEjDPamL
  • KarenJan - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    Worked with a team who was denied use of iPads with their K1 Ss with complex needs by IT department. #educationalmalpractice #ATchat
  • rtopp Apr 5 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    #ATchat A5. All the time. Always wondering if could do differently
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • mmatp - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    Q6: Let’s look at mentoring. What types of reflective questions can you ask other educators to foster personal reflection & growth? #atchat
  • wernedat Apr 5 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    Me too - but mostly because I keep reading and bookmarking other things to read #ATaddicted #ATchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • gallianstone Apr 5 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    Seriously??? I understand not having access to iPads, (my learners finally got them as teens) but denied access??? #JustWrong #ATchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • KarenJan - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    Share the link. scroll down to register https://t.co/UzZY2jqXQr #ATchat
    In reply to @The_app_guide, @alysstets
  • alysstets Apr 5 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    Been there. My class has the oldest laptops in district but is highest users of read and write for google. #atchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • at_makers Apr 5 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    A6: I regularly ask that they get to know their High School STEM coordinator. Does that count? #atchat
  • mmatp - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    Resource on Reflective Questioning. https://t.co/0UAZABiHDh #ATchat
  • gallianstone Apr 5 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    That's when you start a @donorschoose or @pledgecents campaign to get a set just for that classroom under the control of the T! #ATchat
    In reply to @KarenJan, @DonorsChoose, @PledgeCents
  • The_app_guide Apr 5 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    I just signed up for #edcampaccess Burlington #atchat
    In reply to @KarenJan, @alysstets
  • VickiBostonSLP Apr 5 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    I ran into a school that didn't want their K-2 students to have "screen time." Luckily the parent was a strong advocate. #ATChat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • KarenJan - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    Yes. Appalling. Who appointed the IT department as god? This group of students absoltely needed access to iPads for many reasons. #ATchat
    In reply to @gallianstone
    • gallianstone Apr 5 @ 8:48 PM EDT
      Seriously??? I understand not having access to iPads, (my learners finally got them as teens) but denied access??? #JustWrong #ATchat
      In reply to @KarenJan
  • alysstets Apr 5 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    A6: what can I do to help you make the first step; reassure we will grow together and are life long learners #ATchat
  • at_makers Apr 5 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    FYI, I heard that @karenJan finagled awesome door prizes and discounts for the #edCamp #atchat
  • gallianstone Apr 5 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    That's an interesting topic to talk about more. I'm seeing a lot of new research about the neg effects of screens in classrooms. #ATchat
    In reply to @VickiBostonSLP, @KarenJan
  • KarenJan - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    Awesome - can you share the link with your special educators and anyone else who works with struggling learners? #ATchat
    In reply to @The_app_guide, @alysstets
  • LREjubilee Apr 5 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    A6: Maybe I could ask: Do you think we've done this kid justice? Did we write what (s)he needs (instead of what we want)? #atchat
  • VickiBostonSLP Apr 5 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    or why does IT get to make educational decisions that have an effect on IEP implementation? #ATchat
    In reply to @KarenJan, @gallianstone
  • at_makers Apr 5 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    Hey, Lori has a kiddo this year (non-AT) who is 100% addicted to screens - it's scary (I get that AT is different) #atchat
    In reply to @VickiBostonSLP
  • gallianstone Apr 5 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    Last I checked IT is not on the service delivery grid or a member of the IEP team... #ATchat
    • VickiBostonSLP Apr 5 @ 8:52 PM EDT
      or why does IT get to make educational decisions that have an effect on IEP implementation? #ATchat
      In reply to @KarenJan, @gallianstone
  • at_makers Apr 5 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    A6: "We will all (hopefully) be AT users someday, this is just his/her day" ;-) #atchat
  • Shaun_SLP Apr 5 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    #atchat A6) it's an oldey but "how did that feel" after creating a situation where I put a T in a Ss shoes. Then try and dissect from there
  • krista_bolen Apr 5 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    That might be a future topic for #atchat. AT/IT collab
    In reply to @KarenJan, @gallianstone
  • KarenJan - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    Q7:If you could wave a magic wand, what would you change about the AT process in your school/org? Think Big! #ATchat
  • PledgeCents Apr 5 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    Yes!!! We're with @gallianstone :) We'd LOVE 2 help you get a class set of iPads!! Want to chat? #HereToHelp #ATchat
    In reply to @gallianstone, @KarenJan, @DonorsChoose, @gallianstone
  • KarenJan - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    Oh, yeah! We have great prize giveways including codes to @LessonPix! #ATchat
    In reply to @at_makers, @lessonpix
  • Spedtechmia3 Apr 5 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    This is a hot topic! Loved SEE-KS at #UDLIRN ... coaching statements "I noticed" and "I wonder if..." using videotape reflect also #atchat
    • mmatp - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:48 PM EDT
      Q6: Let’s look at mentoring. What types of reflective questions can you ask other educators to foster personal reflection & growth? #atchat
  • at_makers Apr 5 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    A7: I would never ever let anyone "wait on funding". Find another solution in the meantime. #atchat
  • The_app_guide Apr 5 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    Sure. #atchat
    In reply to @KarenJan, @alysstets
  • VickiBostonSLP Apr 5 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    @Shaun_SLP there's a great blog post by @SueReviews on this that I shared w/my AAC class. Let me find it... #atchat
    In reply to @gallianstone, @KarenJan, @Shaun_SLP, @SueReviews
  • alysstets Apr 5 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    A7: everyone presuming competence, high expectations, and intrinsically motivated ---pie in the sky! #ATchat
  • mmatp - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    Did you miss something tonight? Don’t worry-we will post the Storify from tonight’s #ATchat tomorrow morning
  • Shaun_SLP Apr 5 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    #atchat A7) mandatory AT training for all as they come into the organization; continuing AT education for all
  • Spedtechmia3 Apr 5 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    A7: I wish EVERY TEACHER and STAFF member at school could be trained about #AT and WHY it can help them help their students! #atchat
  • at_makers Apr 5 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    @vikibostonslp @karenjan @praacticalaac @mmatp BTW THANKS for teaching me to not just demonstrate Manding in my @CoughDropAAC video! #atchat
  • alysstets Apr 5 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    A7: endless 💰 💰💰💰💰💰💰💰#ATchat
  • esampsonSLP Apr 5 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    A7: getting communication systems in place early and presuming competence #atchat
  • mmatp - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    Make sure to follow everyone from today’s #atchat Let’s continue to learn and share!
  • LREjubilee Apr 5 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    Yes! let's see the work flow change... not ... do we have enough money for ___? it goes straight to Elizabeth needs ____. #atchat
    In reply to @at_makers
  • krista_bolen Apr 5 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    A7: unlimited funding, easier purchasing process, and 1:1 devices in every school. also #UDL in every classroom. #dreambigorgohome #ATchat
  • gallianstone Apr 5 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    A7. Getting all our parents in for training on devices, and getting the kids using them at home! We see such a difference. #ATchat
  • atslp_jan Apr 5 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    Yes! I agree. #atchat
    In reply to @Shaun_SLP
  • at_makers Apr 5 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    Oops! Sorry @vickiBostonSLP - I butchered your name! Thank you - this video was better due to all of you https://t.co/p24LF5xFJn #atchat
  • Shaun_SLP Apr 5 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    and that! #atchat
    In reply to @alysstets
  • KarenJan - Moderator Apr 5 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    Great conversation tonight. So much to reflect on. You guys are awesome! #ATchat
  • gallianstone Apr 5 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    And I don't just mean the devices coming in charged every day, though that helps a lot! #SmallGoalsMatter #ATchat
  • The_app_guide Apr 5 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    A7 I would create a device that would convice students to use AT #atchat
  • at_makers Apr 5 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    NO! We need to fix the fact that AT is still so expensive #applyMooresLaw #unfundedAT #anotherNight ;-) #atchat
    In reply to @alysstets