#ATchat Archive
#ATchat makes education and educational materials accessible to all students.
Wednesday June 22, 2016
8:00 PM EDT
KarenJan
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:00 PM EDT
Welcome to our last
#atchat
before we break for the summer!
AssignmentHelpN
Jun 22 @ 8:00 PM EDT
A Guide to Competency-Based Education Model
https://t.co/EzJ05wjifc
#2ndChat
#atchat
#AVIDchat
#BigBeacon
#csk8
#CBE
https://t.co/hJIj7ZlTR9
mmatp
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:01 PM EDT
Hey now
#ATchat
AT Specialist from NJ & co-mod. Looking forward to wrapping up the year & celebrating our successes
KarenJan
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:01 PM EDT
Please Introduce yourself and tell us where you are from. Most schools in MA finally finished this week. Some are still in session!
#atchat
wernedat
Jun 22 @ 8:01 PM EDT
@KarenJan
I made it! although it’s felt like summer here in FL for weeks
#ATChat
possbeth
Jun 22 @ 8:01 PM EDT
Hi from Maryland! Happy summer!
#ATChat
KarenJan
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:01 PM EDT
@wernedat
When was your last day? Great to see you here tonight!
#ATchat
KarenJan
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:02 PM EDT
@possbeth
Hey, Beth - Are you done with school?
#ATchat
mmatp
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:02 PM EDT
@wernedat
Hey Elisa - glad you are here tonight
#ATchat
LizRudolph91
Jun 22 @ 8:02 PM EDT
Hi, I'm Elizabeth from Texas A&M - Corpus Christi. This is my second
#atchat
mmatp
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:03 PM EDT
@possbeth
Hi Beth - glad you are here to wrap up the year with us
#ATchat
mmatp
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:03 PM EDT
We will use the Q1, A1 format today. Don’t forget to include
#atchat
hashtag
mkeeneyAT
Jun 22 @ 8:03 PM EDT
Hello from Phoenix, AZ. Year-round employee here. :(
#ATchat
wernedat
Jun 22 @ 8:03 PM EDT
@KarenJan
Ss reg year finished 6/9; EY through June; on/off working most of July. so. never.
#ATChat
DareAlicious
Jun 22 @ 8:03 PM EDT
Are we discussing the book out of my mind this evening ?
#ATchat
KarenJan
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:03 PM EDT
@LizRudolph91
So glad you came back for more. Looking forward to your contributions tonight!
#ATchat
mmatp
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:03 PM EDT
@mkeeneyAT
Hi Mary. I know the feeling - year round work here too :)
#ATchat
KarenJan
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:03 PM EDT
@DareAlicious
Sorry- that was last week. Check the storify.
#ATchat
KarenJan
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:04 PM EDT
We want to thank
@singoffpitch
since we “borrowed” some of the final
#spedchat
questions for our discussion tonight
#ATchat
tracee092
Jun 22 @ 8:04 PM EDT
Hi, Tracy from Texas A&M- Corpus Christi.
#Atchat
DareAlicious
Jun 22 @ 8:04 PM EDT
Hello, I'm Darion from A&M Corpus Christi and this is my first session so I'm not sure how this works
#ATchat
mmatp
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:04 PM EDT
That was last week. Here is the Storify:
https://t.co/Bi9sawsQvU
#ATchat
https://t.co/Icm12JTpeT
DareAlicious
Jun 22 @ 8:03 PM EDT
Are we discussing the book out of my mind this evening ?
#ATchat
KarenJan
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:04 PM EDT
@mkeeneyAT
@tracee092
Welcome! Great to see you both here tonight as we chat for the last time before the break.
#ATchat
jamyzil
Jun 22 @ 8:04 PM EDT
Hi Jennifer from Georgia, first time participating.
#ATchat
rziolkowski
Jun 22 @ 8:05 PM EDT
#atchat
Hello everyone-finally made it on a Wed night!
kopecky_sarah
Jun 22 @ 8:05 PM EDT
I am a student at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi, TX. I am Taking a SPED class, students with multiple or physical disabilities
#ATchat
KarenJan
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:05 PM EDT
Q1: What are you MOST proud of doing/accomplishing this year? Personal or professional. This is an invitation to high-five yourself
#ATchat
KarenJan
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:05 PM EDT
@jamyzil
@DareAlicious
We love newbies. Welcome! As the questions come, remember to add the A1/A2 format and the
#ATchat
hashtag.
mmatp
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:06 PM EDT
@DareAlicious
Hi Darion. So glad you are here. Just follow the
#ATchat
hashtag. Make sure to include that in your tweets so we all see them
KarenJan
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:06 PM EDT
@rziolkowski
Great to see you Ruth. Hope all is well!
#ATchat
KarenJan
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:06 PM EDT
@kopecky_sarah
Thanks for joining us!
#ATchat
Green_0815
Jun 22 @ 8:06 PM EDT
Crystal from Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi!
#ATchat
mmatp
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:06 PM EDT
@mkeeneyAT
I hear you! I just put my head down and keep on working
#ATchat
KarenJan
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:06 PM EDT
@Green_0815
You have a classmate in the chat. Welcome!
#ATchat
LizRudolph91
Jun 22 @ 8:07 PM EDT
A1: Doing a presentation on AT for class this summer. It was hard to fit everything within the time limit.
#ATchat
wernedat
Jun 22 @ 8:07 PM EDT
A1: diving into PD in a new way 4 me->led to more out of the box PD for people I supervise->both end of year and next year.
#ihope
#ATChat
jamyzil
Jun 22 @ 8:07 PM EDT
A1: Finished my first year toward my Doctorate
#ATchat
KarenJan
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:07 PM EDT
A1 - Just surviving the year. We were swamped with requests. My goal is to work myself out of a job and it's not happening.
#ATchat
mkeeneyAT
Jun 22 @ 8:08 PM EDT
A1 Well, I haven't retired yet. :) And made it through another year still loving my job.
#ATchat
tracee092
Jun 22 @ 8:08 PM EDT
I am most proud of teaching my brother who has cerebral palsy using voice to text on his cell phone. He gets so happy to text
#ATchat
Preston_lynch23
Jun 22 @ 8:08 PM EDT
I'm Preston and I'm in a SPED class at tamucc and this is my first
#ATchat
rziolkowski
Jun 22 @ 8:08 PM EDT
@KarenJan
#atchat
A1: Most proud of shift from the AT failure model to using data to proactively show Ss strengths & raise vision!
mmatp
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:08 PM EDT
@rziolkowski
Hi Ruth! Glad you are here tonight
#ATchat
KarenJan
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:08 PM EDT
@jamyzil
Wow! congratulations. What are you working on?
#ATchat
ActKimberly
Jun 22 @ 8:08 PM EDT
Glad to be participating tonight.
#ATchat
#ACT4access
wernedat
Jun 22 @ 8:08 PM EDT
A1: new screening process in place that helps schools take ownership of problem solving
#ATChat
KarenJan
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:09 PM EDT
@tracee092
Awesome for both of you!
#ATchat
https://t.co/VAaHKYWBwX
tracee092
Jun 22 @ 8:08 PM EDT
I am most proud of teaching my brother who has cerebral palsy using voice to text on his cell phone. He gets so happy to text
#ATchat
mkeeneyAT
Jun 22 @ 8:09 PM EDT
@jamyzil
In what?
#ATchat
jamyzil
Jun 22 @ 8:09 PM EDT
@KarenJan
#ATchat
Educational Innovation with focus in Curriculum & Instruction. I work as a Special Ed Coordinator
mmatp
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:10 PM EDT
A1: Big accomplishment. I did 2 Keynotes at 2 diff. AT conf. So exciting
#ATchat
massignmenthelp
Jun 22 @ 8:10 PM EDT
5 Writing Tips to Help the Writing Process
https://t.co/Q43AcaSTzf
#2ndchat
#atchat
#AVIDchat
#BigBeacon
#csk8
#currichat
#EdBeat
#FLedchat
KarenJan
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:10 PM EDT
@rziolkowski
I think that is what's unique about AT we promote success and independence and DJ is part of it
#ATchat
https://t.co/1YCQLk4A90
rziolkowski
Jun 22 @ 8:08 PM EDT
@KarenJan
#atchat
A1: Most proud of shift from the AT failure model to using data to proactively show Ss strengths & raise vision!
massignmenthelp
Jun 22 @ 8:10 PM EDT
5 Writing Tips to Help the Writing Process
https://t.co/ZmJUj4bzd1
#2ndchat
#atchat
#AVIDchat
#BigBeacon
#csk8
#currichat
#EdBeat
#FLedchat
kopecky_sarah
Jun 22 @ 8:10 PM EDT
A1: I am about to finish my last classes at TAMUCC and in the fall I will Field Base and Student teach.
#ATchat
PattyATP
Jun 22 @ 8:10 PM EDT
@KarenJan
Chiming in from Katy TX for last ATchat
#atchat
tracee092
Jun 22 @ 8:10 PM EDT
@KarenJan
Thank you he is still working on it but getting better each day. :)
#ATchat
DareAlicious
Jun 22 @ 8:11 PM EDT
A1: I'm most proud of myself to be almost done with my major classes and off to Field basing this coming fall 😁👍🏻
#ATchat
KarenJan
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:11 PM EDT
@PattyATP
Great to see you here. Lots from Texas in the
#ATchat
tonight!
Green_0815
Jun 22 @ 8:11 PM EDT
What is the discussion tonight?
#ATchat
KarenJan
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:12 PM EDT
@Green_0815
Reflecting on the year, lots of good questions- it's our last
#ATchat
before summer break.
mmatp
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:12 PM EDT
@Green_0815
Hi Crystal. Glad you are here. This is our last
#Atchat
for the school year. We are celebrating our successes
KarenJan
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:13 PM EDT
Love reading what everything has accomplished this year - Great things are happening!
#ATchat
wernedat
Jun 22 @ 8:13 PM EDT
@rziolkowski
atchat, bullet journals, book studies 4me have led to creative ways to get ESPs, teachers, and more PD where they are
#atchat
PattyATP
Jun 22 @ 8:13 PM EDT
@KarenJan
A1: most proud of ed re: UDL in our district and Ed into OT programs @ AT!
#ATChat
tracee092
Jun 22 @ 8:13 PM EDT
@Green_0815
Q1: What are you MOST proud of doing/accomplishing this year? Personal or professional.
#ATchat
KarenJan
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:13 PM EDT
@rziolkowski
Tell us more about the impact this has had on student achievement.
#ATchat
https://t.co/1YCQLk4A90
rziolkowski
Jun 22 @ 8:08 PM EDT
@KarenJan
#atchat
A1: Most proud of shift from the AT failure model to using data to proactively show Ss strengths & raise vision!
mmatp
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:14 PM EDT
Q2: Describe your biggest success, or a-ha moment from this past school year
#ATchat
wernedat
Jun 22 @ 8:14 PM EDT
@rziolkowski
AT consideration in every way -comm to access; using UDL tools & Tt supports. beginning of our referral process now
#atchat
KarenJan
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:15 PM EDT
A2 - so many success this year. Seeing more Teacher willingness to incorporate AT, it's easier than ever. We've simplified the tech.
#ATchat
DareAlicious
Jun 22 @ 8:15 PM EDT
This year I got a raise at work, got all A's in my spring semester AND I get to two weeks paid vacation . 👍🏻 it's been a great year!
#ATchat
mmatp
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:15 PM EDT
Thx! I really like sharing with others. I learn just as much as I share. Makes us all better
#ATchat
https://t.co/tDtqsKzs7M
rziolkowski
Jun 22 @ 8:14 PM EDT
@mmatp
Congrats! That's an honor and a testament to how you inspire others!
mkeeneyAT
Jun 22 @ 8:15 PM EDT
Biggest AHA moment- when delivering PD, don't design it so it's exactly like the class no kid wants to be in.
#ATchat
KarenJan
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:16 PM EDT
@DareAlicious
Congratulations!
#ATchat
https://t.co/7FavPff5bo
DareAlicious
Jun 22 @ 8:15 PM EDT
This year I got a raise at work, got all A's in my spring semester AND I get to two weeks paid vacation . 👍🏻 it's been a great year!
#ATchat
Green_0815
Jun 22 @ 8:16 PM EDT
A1: Most proud of how far I have come and how much I have learned about AT
#ATchat
mmatp
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:16 PM EDT
A2: Finally moved away from evals at one district; focus moved to consideration, trials and consults
#ATchat
wernedat
Jun 22 @ 8:17 PM EDT
@rziolkowski
Ts, IEP team discussion, Parent request, (next year at 4 sites uPAR :))
#ATChat
mkeeneyAT
Jun 22 @ 8:17 PM EDT
Biggest AHA moment- when developing PD, don't design it so it's exactly like the class no kid wants to be in.
#ATchat
jamyzil
Jun 22 @ 8:17 PM EDT
A2: a-ha moment realization that AT is not used to the fullest extent in my district
#ATchat
KarenJan
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:17 PM EDT
A2 - big success was changing the minds of Ts at an independent LD school for remediation. They are finally seeing AT has a role.
#ATchat
rziolkowski
Jun 22 @ 8:17 PM EDT
@KarenJan
#atchat
Stories of Ss on alt degree track or out of district placement who just needed accommodations! Huge shift in Ss confidence
Green_0815
Jun 22 @ 8:17 PM EDT
A2: Biggest success passing the classes I thought were the most difficult!
#ATchat
mmatp
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:18 PM EDT
Love it! I have been moving more towards
#edcamp
style PD. Encourage conversation and sharing.
#Atchat
https://t.co/3rmNmfXncQ
mkeeneyAT
Jun 22 @ 8:17 PM EDT
Biggest AHA moment- when developing PD, don't design it so it's exactly like the class no kid wants to be in.
#ATchat
possbeth
Jun 22 @ 8:18 PM EDT
Q2 my biggest success was my work on UDL and appropriate use of technology in Early Childhood
#ATChat
Preston_lynch23
Jun 22 @ 8:18 PM EDT
I have a few more classes to take in the fall and hopfully spring I'll start field basing
#Atchat
rziolkowski
Jun 22 @ 8:18 PM EDT
#atchat
A2: AT tools are for students so why do we start our trainings with teachers? Start with Students
LizRudolph91
Jun 22 @ 8:18 PM EDT
A2 - AHA moment was realizing how many people don't realize that AT doesn't have to be high-tech, complex, or expensive.
#ATchat
mmatp
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:18 PM EDT
Big moment for sure. Now to raise awareness + get the right tech in the hands of students
#ATchat
https://t.co/IbUzmowP3W
jamyzil
Jun 22 @ 8:17 PM EDT
A2: a-ha moment realization that AT is not used to the fullest extent in my district
#ATchat
KarenJan
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:19 PM EDT
@rziolkowski
Yes! AT makes a diff.Too many Ss were denied the AT they needed in the past. There's a shift.
#ATchat
https://t.co/QgDmcs84qt
rziolkowski
Jun 22 @ 8:17 PM EDT
@KarenJan
#atchat
Stories of Ss on alt degree track or out of district placement who just needed accommodations! Huge shift in Ss confidence
kopecky_sarah
Jun 22 @ 8:19 PM EDT
A2: my biggest a-ha moment was learning all the different AT devices to help individuals reach their personal goals.
#ATchat
KarenJan
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:20 PM EDT
@possbeth
Yes - you are becoming the go to resource for Tech and Early Childhood
#ATchat
https://t.co/j970VmtcPG
possbeth
Jun 22 @ 8:18 PM EDT
Q2 my biggest success was my work on UDL and appropriate use of technology in Early Childhood
#ATChat
DareAlicious
Jun 22 @ 8:20 PM EDT
Man!! This past semester I learned how to hyperlink in my assistive technology course so now I use it all the time . Ah-HA!!!
#ATchat
KarenJan
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:21 PM EDT
Q3: What do you like best about
#ATChat
? How has the chat helped you professionally? What suggestions do you have for next year?
KarenJan
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:21 PM EDT
@rziolkowski
It's part of the shift. We always thought PD had to start with Ts. Now Ts learn from Ss.
#ATchat
https://t.co/hJOhz1EGBk
rziolkowski
Jun 22 @ 8:18 PM EDT
#atchat
A2: AT tools are for students so why do we start our trainings with teachers? Start with Students
tracee092
Jun 22 @ 8:21 PM EDT
My aha moment was realizing so many of the apps and programs I use can be used as At for students. There is so much tech around us
#ATchat
mkeeneyAT
Jun 22 @ 8:21 PM EDT
@DareAlicious
This is how our students feel when we show them something new that makes life easier for them. :)
#ATchat
mmatp
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:21 PM EDT
@KarenJan
@possbeth
I agree completely! Beth is my go to resource for tech and early childhood. Thx for all your sharing
#ATchat
Preston_lynch23
Jun 22 @ 8:21 PM EDT
It's funny how something so low-tech can work just as good, if not better than high-tech AT
#ATchat
DareAlicious
Jun 22 @ 8:22 PM EDT
A2: we start with teachers because we need to be educated on how low and high tech devices work so that we can teach our students
#ATchat
ActKimberly
Jun 22 @ 8:22 PM EDT
@KarenJan
like the contacts and knew ideas. Expands my world.
#ATChat
ACT4access
possbeth
Jun 22 @ 8:22 PM EDT
@KarenJan
it's a whole different ball game with mobile tech and what I like to call the
#swipegeneration
#atchat
mmatp
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:22 PM EDT
A3: Where do I start!! I love everything about
#ATchat
So honored to share + learn each week w/ all of you
wernedat
Jun 22 @ 8:22 PM EDT
A4: diversity of knowledge; resources; collegial group, helps decrease the trapped on a desert island feeling of AT professionals
#ATChat
tracee092
Jun 22 @ 8:23 PM EDT
A3: Even though this is only my 2nd time there were some great links about AT I enjoyed looking at
#ATchat
adaptechcf
Jun 22 @ 8:23 PM EDT
A3:
#atchat
is a great way to learn about how others are integrating tech in their schools. Good to hear other's perspectives
PattyATP
Jun 22 @ 8:23 PM EDT
Q2: biggest success was admin agreement to UDL tools. Districtwide availability of tools next SY!
#atchat
KarenJan
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:23 PM EDT
@wernedat
Love it. Keep coming back so we can learn from you!
#ATchat
https://t.co/06FYpApdrq
wernedat
Jun 22 @ 8:22 PM EDT
A4: diversity of knowledge; resources; collegial group, helps decrease the trapped on a desert island feeling of AT professionals
#ATChat
mkeeneyAT
Jun 22 @ 8:23 PM EDT
A3: Because I'm the only ATS in my office, and I'm not in a district or classroom anymore, it helps me feel connected.
#ATchat
Plus I learn.
possbeth
Jun 22 @ 8:24 PM EDT
Q3 so much of my job is now not necessarily related to AT that
#atchat
feels like coming home
#mypeeps
#ATChat
possbeth
Jun 22 @ 8:24 PM EDT
Q3 so much of my job is now not necessarily related to AT that
#atchat
feels like coming home
#mypeeps
#ATChat
KarenJan
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:24 PM EDT
@adaptechcf
Hey, Cheryl. Great to see you here tonight!
#ATchat
JudithSchoonov1
Jun 22 @ 8:24 PM EDT
@possbeth
@KarenJan
our AT team has "11 month" contracts to support extended school year and special initiatives.
#ATchat
Green_0815
Jun 22 @ 8:24 PM EDT
A3:
#ATchat
is cool because it lets people from other places give their input, opinions, expierences which helps you learn more!
KarenJan
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:24 PM EDT
@PattyATP
Awesome - what will you introduce next year?
#ATchat
https://t.co/mPoRMGNDjx
PattyATP
Jun 22 @ 8:23 PM EDT
Q2: biggest success was admin agreement to UDL tools. Districtwide availability of tools next SY!
#atchat
mmatp
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:24 PM EDT
Great point! I am a lone wolf AT Specialist so I rely on
#Atchat
to keep me connected to my people
https://t.co/fYiTXAxolB
mkeeneyAT
Jun 22 @ 8:23 PM EDT
A3: Because I'm the only ATS in my office, and I'm not in a district or classroom anymore, it helps me feel connected.
#ATchat
Plus I learn.
tracee092
Jun 22 @ 8:24 PM EDT
A3: I think this is a great way to connect with other educators who work with AT right now I am only a student but this is helpful
#ATchat
mkeeneyAT
Jun 22 @ 8:25 PM EDT
@mmatp
Lone wolves, but right now we are running with our pack. :)
#ATchat
adaptechcf
Jun 22 @ 8:25 PM EDT
@mkeeneyAT
I agree, as an Independent Contractor I often feel "alone", so this is a great resource to be a part of the larger group
#ATchat
mmatp
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:25 PM EDT
Exactly. Love this
#ATchat
pack
https://t.co/vh3N6wvb6Q
mkeeneyAT
Jun 22 @ 8:25 PM EDT
@mmatp
Lone wolves, but right now we are running with our pack. :)
#ATchat
wernedat
Jun 22 @ 8:26 PM EDT
@mkeeneyAT
@mmatp
I like your metaphor better than mine about islands…
#caniswitch
?
#atchat
KarenJan
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:26 PM EDT
@mkeeneyAT
@mmatp
I also learn alot from other chats -
#spedchat
#udlchat
#edtech
#satchat
, etc.
#ATchat
https://t.co/Xk91m2mj5A
mkeeneyAT
Jun 22 @ 8:23 PM EDT
A3: Because I'm the only ATS in my office, and I'm not in a district or classroom anymore, it helps me feel connected.
#ATchat
Plus I learn.
rziolkowski
Jun 22 @ 8:26 PM EDT
A3: Love
#atchat
. Feels like we are trying to evolve AT Services
VickiBostonSLP
Jun 22 @ 8:26 PM EDT
A3:
#ATchat
is great for different perspectives resources & also you feel like you know people when you meet at conferences!
deTechtive1
Jun 22 @ 8:26 PM EDT
A3
#ATchat
connecting. Taking a trip off the island.
mkeeneyAT
Jun 22 @ 8:26 PM EDT
@tracee092
I envy the district that gets you and Crystal and any other preservice Ts on here! :)
#ATchat
Preston_lynch23
Jun 22 @ 8:27 PM EDT
A#.
#ATchat
seems like a cool idea because it lets so many great minds collaborate
KarenJan
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:27 PM EDT
Sometimes the 140 character limit works, sometimes it's too limiting.
#ATchat
kopecky_sarah
Jun 22 @ 8:27 PM EDT
A3: my first time using ATchat I am so excited to continue the chats, learn as I go about AT so I can help my students in the future
#ATchat
JudithSchoonov1
Jun 22 @ 8:27 PM EDT
@rziolkowski
@mkeeneyAT
Amen 2 that! Been working in schools since '75 & there's always something new & exciting to pique interest
#ATchat
KarenJan
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:28 PM EDT
@kopecky_sarah
We will be on hiatus but come back September.
#ATchat
mkeeneyAT
Jun 22 @ 8:28 PM EDT
and Sarah and Preston!
#ATchat
PattyATP
Jun 22 @ 8:29 PM EDT
Q3: even though I connect infrequently, hearing from AT community is beneficial.
#atchat
DareAlicious
Jun 22 @ 8:29 PM EDT
This is my first session but I feel like ATchat is great because we all share an interest in AT and know the impacts is has on us
#ATchat
tracee092
Jun 22 @ 8:29 PM EDT
@mkeeneyAT
@Green_0815
Thank you I have learned so much this past year I am excited to one day use it in my classroom
#ATchat
KarenJan
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:29 PM EDT
If you are new to
#ATchat
, check out the past chats at the Participate website. (scroll down). Good summer activity.
https://t.co/9boRR6kHPw
rziolkowski
Jun 22 @ 8:29 PM EDT
@rziolkowski
PS-Love our
#atchat
fearless leaders
@KarenJan
@mmatp
!
KarenJan
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:30 PM EDT
@rziolkowski
Feeling the love. Thank you, Ruth. We need you here every week with your valuable perspective.
#ATchat
mmatp
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:30 PM EDT
Q4:
#ATchat
- What conferences do you plan to attend this summer? Do you have any book recommendations? Learning never stops! Please share
The_app_guide
Jun 22 @ 8:30 PM EDT
FREE 300pg
#edtech
guide + assistive technology
https://t.co/7EAlGKKyQY
#specialedchat
#web20tools
#digcit
#edtechcridge
#atchat
#csk8
JudithSchoonov1
Jun 22 @ 8:30 PM EDT
@LizRudolph91
@mmatp
Agreed! We made lots of lit kits, core kits, & simple learning tools. Empowering door openers 4 technophobes
#ATchat
mmatp
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:30 PM EDT
Thx Ruth! So happy to work w/
@KarenJan
every week.
#ATchat
is so important for all of us so we can keep growing
https://t.co/dXEycwwb5m
rziolkowski
Jun 22 @ 8:29 PM EDT
@rziolkowski
PS-Love our
#atchat
fearless leaders
@KarenJan
@mmatp
!
KarenJan
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:31 PM EDT
@JudithSchoonov1
@rziolkowski
@mkeeneyAT
I wrote a blog post about that.
https://t.co/8pntn9YWYf
#ATchat
mmatp
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:31 PM EDT
A4: Will be attending some local
#edcamp
and Chromecamp events.
#atchat
ActKimberly
Jun 22 @ 8:32 PM EDT
@mmatp
loved TATN in Houston earlier this month
#ATchat
#ACT4access
deTechtive1
Jun 22 @ 8:32 PM EDT
A4
#ATchat
I work 12 mos but often use summer to revisit storified chats. Flipped PD. 🙂 in a sense.
KarenJan
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:32 PM EDT
@mmatp
And a huge thank you to you. You have helped organize the chats. couldn't keep this going without you!
#ATchat
VickiBostonSLP
Jun 22 @ 8:32 PM EDT
A3: I only made it to 1 of the book-focused
#ATchat
but I really enjoyed that new focus- great idea!
wernedat
Jun 22 @ 8:32 PM EDT
A4: diving into this
https://t.co/pKziEtKmgj
maybe.
#atchat
mmatp
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:33 PM EDT
Awww thanks! So happy to work on this together
#ATchat
https://t.co/uB9HqxyXD1
KarenJan
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:32 PM EDT
@mmatp
And a huge thank you to you. You have helped organize the chats. couldn't keep this going without you!
#ATchat
rziolkowski
Jun 22 @ 8:33 PM EDT
#atchat
Going to
@InclusiveLN
wernedat
Jun 22 @ 8:34 PM EDT
@KarenJan
so can I just tell you this is printed and hands on the board in my office? :)
#atchat
mmatp
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:34 PM EDT
A4: Loaded up my tablet with books for the summer. I took the
#sixtybooks
challenge this year. Can't wait to sit outside + read
#Atchat
adaptechcf
Jun 22 @ 8:34 PM EDT
A4: will be spending the summer working towards the Google Certified Trainer application, it seems very overwhelming!
#ATchat
KarenJan
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:34 PM EDT
A4 will be attending BLC2016 and some local
#Edcamps
#ATchat
JudithSchoonov1
Jun 22 @ 8:34 PM EDT
@possbeth
Don't u think u r opening eyes 2 the fact that AT takes many forms in Early Childhood?
#ATchat
JenniferSavedge
Jun 22 @ 8:34 PM EDT
A4: looking forward to holding the AT space at ISTE this summer!
#ATchat
mkeeneyAT
Jun 22 @ 8:34 PM EDT
A4 Just got back from my summer PD- weeklong edtech camp in Tucson. Best week of the year! :)
#ATchat
VickiBostonSLP
Jun 22 @ 8:35 PM EDT
A4: very much looking forward to
#ISAAC16
in Toronto in August.
#ATchat
mkeeneyAT
Jun 22 @ 8:35 PM EDT
@VickiBostonSLP
I'm super jealous! Wow!
#ATchat
KarenJan
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:35 PM EDT
@wernedat
Really?It is the best job isn't it?When we share our eval results,it's all about success and independence,not test scores.
#ATchat
KarenJan
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:36 PM EDT
Great to hear. That is
@mmatp
's idea and he keeps it going.
#ATchat
https://t.co/iFMKgKgWrU
VickiBostonSLP
Jun 22 @ 8:32 PM EDT
A3: I only made it to 1 of the book-focused
#ATchat
but I really enjoyed that new focus- great idea!
LizRudolph91
Jun 22 @ 8:36 PM EDT
A4 - No conference, but I am taking a course about S w/ Emotional & Behavioral Disorders. Hoping to watch some free webinars on AT
#ATchat
KarenJan
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:37 PM EDT
Q5: Who is one person you would like to thank for your success this year? Who was an inspiration to you? Give them a shout out here
#ATchat
JudithSchoonov1
Jun 22 @ 8:37 PM EDT
@mmatp
@mkeeneyAT
#ATchat
https://t.co/RQia0QPX8t
VickiBostonSLP
Jun 22 @ 8:37 PM EDT
@mkeeneyAT
I promise to tweet lots!
#ATchat
mmatp
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:37 PM EDT
So glad you enjoyed it. I will post the link to choose the summer book. We will do 1
#ATchat
in summer to discuss
https://t.co/BlTTeBEEKX
VickiBostonSLP
Jun 22 @ 8:32 PM EDT
A3: I only made it to 1 of the book-focused
#ATchat
but I really enjoyed that new focus- great idea!
jamyzil
Jun 22 @ 8:38 PM EDT
A5: My Director, Teri Pettyjohn, allowed me pursue my passion to help students
#ATchat
KarenJan
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:38 PM EDT
@JudithSchoonov1
@mmatp
@mkeeneyAT
We are a powerful pack. Great pic!
#ATchat
https://t.co/conJLF2PI9
JudithSchoonov1
Jun 22 @ 8:37 PM EDT
@mmatp
@mkeeneyAT
#ATchat
https://t.co/RQia0QPX8t
LizRudolph91
Jun 22 @ 8:39 PM EDT
A5 Definitely my kid brother who has autism, ADD, & Sensory Integration Disorder. He really inspires me to finish my degree in SPED
#atchat
mmatp
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:39 PM EDT
When I think wolfpack....I think of this!
#Atchat
https://t.co/mAYwS7jrEu
KarenJan
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:40 PM EDT
A5 - I am forever grateful for
@Madalaine
. I wouldn't be where I am today without her vision for AT.
#ATchat
mkeeneyAT
Jun 22 @ 8:40 PM EDT
A5 Hmmmm, can I nominate every single person who posts on QIAT and gets on
#ATchat
?
possbeth
Jun 22 @ 8:40 PM EDT
@JudithSchoonov1
I hope so! and UDL is more than digital text.
#atchat
mmatp
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:41 PM EDT
#ATchat
Book Club - Choose summer book.
https://t.co/3ZlqNU95DZ
We will have a chat on August 10th 8PM ET
rziolkowski
Jun 22 @ 8:41 PM EDT
A5:
#atchat
Don't make me pick! All the AT peeps who took a risk & tried proactive process with uPAR-They have data to prove AT works!
tracee092
Jun 22 @ 8:41 PM EDT
A5: My older brother who has cerebral palsy has been the biggest influence in my degree. He inspires me to succeed.
#ATchat
KarenJan
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:41 PM EDT
@mkeeneyAT
Sure, why not? We are a collaborative group, right?
#ATchat
wernedat
Jun 22 @ 8:42 PM EDT
my exec. director Kathy, was supposed to retire but board gave her a shadow year w/incoming director - almost unheard of!
#ATChat
possbeth
Jun 22 @ 8:42 PM EDT
I'd like to thank
@CTDInstitute
for helping spread the word about early childhood and tech
#ATChat
JenniferSavedge
Jun 22 @ 8:42 PM EDT
My Husband..who supports me in all my work and still has time to be Mr.incredible in the kids' dance recital!
#ATchat
https://t.co/xhjy9O2hOL
wernedat
Jun 22 @ 8:43 PM EDT
A5: that is-my exec. director Kathy, was supposed to retire but board gave her a shadow year w/incoming director -almost unheard of!
#ATChat
mmatp
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:43 PM EDT
Mark your calendars!
@edcampglobal
7/29-7/30
#ATchat
will be participating.
https://t.co/M4adrllkHu
mmatp
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:43 PM EDT
@JenniferSavedge
That is great!!
#Atchat
Preston_lynch23
Jun 22 @ 8:44 PM EDT
A5. Definitely my friends sister with cerebral palsy. So much fun to work with her so I wanna help more kids
#ATchat
JudithSchoonov1
Jun 22 @ 8:44 PM EDT
@possbeth
so are Accessible Educational Materials!
https://t.co/17dNA8EW0F
#ATChat
KarenJan
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:44 PM EDT
@JenniferSavedge
What a guy! That's fantastic.
#ATchat
https://t.co/elSaYwM5yc
JenniferSavedge
Jun 22 @ 8:42 PM EDT
My Husband..who supports me in all my work and still has time to be Mr.incredible in the kids' dance recital!
#ATchat
https://t.co/xhjy9O2hOL
mkeeneyAT
Jun 22 @ 8:46 PM EDT
@JenniferSavedge
That's incredibly cool. :)
#ATchat
JudithSchoonov1
Jun 22 @ 8:48 PM EDT
@mmatp
A-6 Increase collaboration & improve documentation
#ATchat
KarenJan
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:48 PM EDT
I have to say, I am constantly inspired by the students (and by my son who uses AT to bypass his LDs).They are why we do what we do.
#ATchat
mmatp
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:48 PM EDT
A6: Personal goal: Planning to complete the Google certification
#ATchat
wernedat
Jun 22 @ 8:50 PM EDT
A6: improve workflow for implementation/data collection for Tts/IEP teams, get OTs elec documentation, & personally take/pass ATP.
#ATChat
JenniferSavedge
Jun 22 @ 8:50 PM EDT
A6: Google certification. Yoga for special education certification - with AT supports of course!!
#atchat
KarenJan
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:50 PM EDT
A6 - Personal goal: Focus on the reading process to think about using technology in new ways. continue to think outside the box.
#ATchat
MalainaVargas
Jun 22 @ 8:50 PM EDT
TAMUCC SPED Major's joinging in on the
#ATchat
Assistive Technology low and high tech are amazing resources!👌
KarenJan
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:51 PM EDT
Final
#ATchat
question of the school year coming up!
KarenJan
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:51 PM EDT
A6 Personal Goal - come up with a better system for tracking AT service requests. There's got to be a better way.
#ATchat
possbeth
Jun 22 @ 8:52 PM EDT
A6 personal goal seeking more opportunities to make an impact, especially in inclusive education w/tech and other supports
#ATChat
KarenJan
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:52 PM EDT
Q7 - What are your plans for the summer? How will you relax and recharge your energy for the new school year? .
#ATchat
KarenJan
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:53 PM EDT
A6 - Explore all the resources I saved in my "to do" lists.
#ATchat
mmatp
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:53 PM EDT
A6: Excited to conduct UDL/AEM institute in Mass. w/
@JenniferSavedge
#Atchat
jamyzil
Jun 22 @ 8:53 PM EDT
A7 Plans for the summer- build my knowledge base to better support my Ss and Ts in my district
#ATchat
JenniferSavedge
Jun 22 @ 8:53 PM EDT
@KarenJan
#atchat
AMEN
KarenJan
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:53 PM EDT
Q7 - Read, play, read.
#ATchat
mkeeneyAT
Jun 22 @ 8:53 PM EDT
A7 Trying to get some exercise in and planning next year's PD calendar :)
#ATchat
Preston_lynch23
Jun 22 @ 8:54 PM EDT
A7. I plan to take more SPED classes to learn all I can about AT
#ATchat
mmatp
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:54 PM EDT
A7: I need to find lots of time to do this during the summer!
#atchat
https://t.co/95B4KxpToA
MalainaVargas
Jun 22 @ 8:54 PM EDT
A2: aha moment, realizing that a picture can help a student communicate
#ATchat
KarenJan
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:54 PM EDT
A7 - plan to beat my sister-in-law in our weekly FitBit challenge.
#ATchat
mkeeneyAT
Jun 22 @ 8:54 PM EDT
@KarenJan
I wanna see it! (your list)
#ATchat
JenniferSavedge
Jun 22 @ 8:54 PM EDT
Right back atcha!
#atchat
https://t.co/xf2pbLwRHk
mmatp
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:53 PM EDT
A6: Excited to conduct UDL/AEM institute in Mass. w/
@JenniferSavedge
#Atchat
wernedat
Jun 22 @ 8:55 PM EDT
A7: long weekends in St. Augustine; 4th with niece/nephew; housework; laying some Pergo floors; trying not to work?!?!
#ATChat
ActKimberly
Jun 22 @ 8:55 PM EDT
@KarenJan
goal read QIAT AT book
#ATchat
LizRudolph91
Jun 22 @ 8:55 PM EDT
A7 Even though I don't get much of a summer due to classes, it is all about the reading to unwind.
#ATchat
LizRudolph91
Jun 22 @ 8:56 PM EDT
A6 Personal Goal - Learning as much as I can before I Field Base in Spring 2017 & Student Teach in Fall 2017
#ATchat
possbeth
Jun 22 @ 8:56 PM EDT
A7 The beach! And getting used to an empty nest come August with both my girls off to college
#ATChat
https://t.co/paKQbtAaJw
MalainaVargas
Jun 22 @ 8:56 PM EDT
A4: I have never been to a conference before but it would be amazing to attend one! Any conferences near Corpus?
#ATchat
JenniferSavedge
Jun 22 @ 8:56 PM EDT
A7 - yoga! Mindfulness retreat for teachers! Reading at the beach!
#ATchat
mmatp
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:57 PM EDT
Did you miss something tonight? Don’t worry-we will post the Storify from tonight’s
#ATchat
tomorrow morning
KarenJan
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:57 PM EDT
@possbeth
Gorgeous beach - where is it?
#ATchat
mkeeneyAT
Jun 22 @ 8:58 PM EDT
@possbeth
The empty nest is the worst and the best thing ever! :)
#ATchat
mmatp
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:58 PM EDT
Make sure to follow everyone from today’s
#atchat
Let’s continue to learn and share!
KarenJan
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:58 PM EDT
Thank you all, this has been a great final
#ATchat
.
KarenJan
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:59 PM EDT
Any final thoughts? Thank you all for sharing what
#ATChat
means to you.
JudithSchoonov1
Jun 22 @ 8:59 PM EDT
@KarenJan
@mmatp
Thank YOU!
#ATchat
mkeeneyAT
Jun 22 @ 8:59 PM EDT
@MalainaVargas
You just missed the Texas AT Network conference, but there's always next year! :)
#ATchat
mmatp
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:59 PM EDT
Thx everyone for making
#ATchat
so valuable! Enjoy the summer. Recharge the batteries. Join
#ATchat
for
@edcampGlobal
+ Book Club 8/10
mmatp
- Moderator
Jun 22 @ 8:59 PM EDT
Thx everyone for making
#ATchat
so valuable! Enjoy the summer. Recharge the batteries. Join
#ATchat
for
@edcampGlobal
+ Book Club 8/10