#ATchat Archive

#ATchat makes education and educational materials accessible to all students.

Wednesday March 14, 2018
8:00 PM EDT

  • KarenJan - Moderator Mar 14 @ 8:00 PM EDT
    Welcome to the March 14th edition of #ATchat. Thrilled you can join us as we continue to learn and share together.
  • KarenJan - Moderator Mar 14 @ 8:00 PM EDT
    I've created my own. I typically include the uPAR and WPP. #ATchat
    In reply to @mswhitson
    • mswhitson Mar 14 @ 7:26 PM EDT
      What AT templates to relay evaluation outcomes do you prefer or use? #Atchat
  • SarahGeissWood Mar 14 @ 8:00 PM EDT
    Glad to be here. #ATchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • KarenJan - Moderator Mar 14 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    These are the questions we will discuss tonight if you didn't already have a chance to check them out ahead of time. #ATchat https://t.co/Rgxj5TebBA
  • KarenJan - Moderator Mar 14 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    Welcome! First one here! #ATchat How did you like #LDchat earlier today?
    In reply to @SarahGeissWood
  • Gonzale86480369 Mar 14 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    Hi, I’m studying to become a teacher at Colorado State University. I was wondering how SWAAAC comes into play when a teacher needs access to assistive technologies for a student? #atchat
  • SarahGeissWood Mar 14 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Just to clarify what does wpp stand for? #atchat
    In reply to @KarenJan, @mswhitson
  • mmatp - Moderator Mar 14 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Hey Now #ATchat Checking in from CT tonight. Looking forward to talking with everyone tonight. I figured @KarenJan needs this pic tonight!
  • Gonzale86480369 Mar 14 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Hi, I’m studying to become a teacher at Colorado State University. I was wondering how SWAAAC comes into play when a teacher needs access to assistive technologies for a student? #ATchat
  • iplante Mar 14 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Hello #ATchat sadly missed #ldchat today but glad to be here for a bit
  • wernedat Mar 14 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Glad to be here, and kinda on time #ATChat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • SarahGeissWood Mar 14 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    It went well and it was a good group of people for #ldchat earlier today. #atchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • KarenJan - Moderator Mar 14 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    WPP - Written Productivity Profile. It has been renamed but this is easier for people to understand. https://t.co/GB1NibmV6F #ATchat
    In reply to @SarahGeissWood, @mswhitson
  • Bookshare Mar 14 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Hello #ATchat from Bookshare in Palo Alto
  • iplante Mar 14 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    What?! Your in CT and didn’t tell me?!? #atchat
    In reply to @mmatp, @KarenJan
  • mmatp - Moderator Mar 14 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Check out our #ATchat @flipgrid & tell us what excites you about our profession: Flipgrid link: https://t.co/S4e0EGpomB
  • acherr12 Mar 14 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Hi, my name is Andrew Herr. I'm a grad student at Albright College in Reading, PA. Is this the Assistive Technologies chat? #ATchat
  • wernedat Mar 14 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Just saying, this is kinda what FL looked like today :-0 #ATchat
    In reply to @mmatp, @KarenJan
  • MagisterCook Mar 14 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Second year teacher, newbie to #atchat , but excited to be here and learn from everyone!
  • mmatp - Moderator Mar 14 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    #Atchat
    • KarenJan - Moderator Mar 14 @ 8:04 PM EDT
      Q1: What book(s) have you read recently to inform your practice? How did you choose the book(s)?
  • KarenJan - Moderator Mar 14 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Welcome to all of you! Yes, this is an Assistive Technology chat. #ATchat
    In reply to @Gonzale86480369
  • SarahGeissWood Mar 14 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Yes it is! I am also a graduate student . Study text-to-speech and reading comprehension. What do you study? #atchat
    In reply to @acherr12
  • SarahGeissWood Mar 14 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    Welcome! It is a great group and we all learn a lot together! #atchat
    In reply to @MagisterCook
  • mmatp - Moderator Mar 14 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    I snuck in when nobody was looking! Doing a training in Meriden tomorrow for The Arc of Meriden #ATchat
    In reply to @iplante, @KarenJan
  • wernedat Mar 14 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    A1: Seems like I'm reading manuals for devices, and Medicaid funding websites more than books. #ATPLife #ATChat definitely want and need IDEAS! #whenischrisbbookout?
    In reply to @mmatp
  • bcdtech Mar 14 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    Hello from western MA. Nice to hear that you guys over in Boston got a bunch of snow! We only got ~12 inches this time. #atchat
  • KarenJan - Moderator Mar 14 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    Thanks @mmatp Q1: What book(s) have you read recently to inform your practice? How did you choose the book(s)? forgot to add #ATchat!!!!
  • acherr12 Mar 14 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    I am working on getting my certification to teach secondary social studies. I have a bachelor's in History and am working on the teaching classes. #atchat
    In reply to @SarahGeissWood
  • KarenJan - Moderator Mar 14 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    We got over 22 inches of snow yesterday! #ATchat
    In reply to @bcdtech
    • bcdtech Mar 14 @ 8:06 PM EDT
      Hello from western MA. Nice to hear that you guys over in Boston got a bunch of snow! We only got ~12 inches this time. #atchat
  • wernedat Mar 14 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    A1: Seems like I'm reading manuals for devices, and Medicaid funding websites more than books. #ATPLife #ATChat definitely want and need IDEAS! #whenischrisbbookout?
    In reply to @KarenJan, @mmatp
  • hillarygfphdatp Mar 14 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    @attipscast’s Book is pre-ordered- looking forward to diving in to use in K-12 and Higher Ed settings! #AtChat
    In reply to @wernedat, @mmatp, @attipscast
  • iplante Mar 14 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    A1: that is a hard one...have a few books for different reasons but to relat me to AT, likely The Differentiated Classroom #ATchat
  • hillarygfphdatp Mar 14 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    We got close to two feet here. Made for some gummy snowshoeing this afternoon. #ATChat
    In reply to @bcdtech
  • KarenJan - Moderator Mar 14 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1 - Reading Joyful Learning: Acitve and Collaborative Strategies for Inclusive Classrooms. #ATchat
  • SarahGeissWood Mar 14 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    It is awesome you are interested in assistive technology. Have you checked out any of the commlit history materials? If so what do you think of them. They have text-to-speech tools built in. I just learned about them. #atchat
    In reply to @acherr12
  • iplante Mar 14 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    Also working with resources to teach literature with graphic novels with @OGwithTLC @TheSouthportSch #ATchat
  • mmatp - Moderator Mar 14 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1: I am reading Lifelong Kindergarten now as part of the #LifelongKDG chat on Thurs nights @ 7pm. I haven't made the chat yet but the book is great so far! #ATchat
  • bcdtech Mar 14 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    Not AT related... Google Apps for Littles and a bunch of makerspace stuff. #ATchat
    In reply to @KarenJan, @mmatp
  • iplante Mar 14 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    Um hello you could say hi 🤣🤣🤣 #atchat
    In reply to @mmatp, @KarenJan
  • KarenJan - Moderator Mar 14 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    Oops!! Great to see you tonight, Sharon! #ATchat
    • iplante Mar 14 @ 8:11 PM EDT
      Um hello you could say hi 🤣🤣🤣 #atchat
      In reply to @mmatp, @KarenJan
  • MagisterCook Mar 14 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    So far, haven't had to use much AT in my classroom, but as a language teacher (Latin), can anyone recommend any resources I can use to be better prepared? #atchat
  • acherr12 Mar 14 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    Actually, I'm a bit of a Luddite, I'm afraid. Not the biggest techie, but curious by nature. I've never heard of commlit! Do you have a link for them? #atchat
    In reply to @SarahGeissWood
  • iplante Mar 14 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    Always exploring new resources from books to blogs... #ATchat
  • bcdtech Mar 14 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    We're all happy to see you Sharon! @lplante #atchat
    In reply to @iplante, @mmatp, @KarenJan, @lplante
  • KarenJan - Moderator Mar 14 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    Q2: What were some of the biggest takeaways? What difference has it made in your professional practice? #ATchat
  • hillarygfphdatp Mar 14 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    A1: I’m digging @KatieNovakUDL’s UDL Now and waiting for Let’s Talk:Executive Functioning. #atchat
  • iplante Mar 14 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    First tool that comes to mind is @Flipgrid I use it for fluency but know some foreign language Ts that use it engage in language practice #atchat
    In reply to @MagisterCook, @Flipgrid
  • SarahGeissWood Mar 14 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    Just curious. Have you also looked at commonlit? If so what do you think? They seem to have a variety of materials. #atchat
    In reply to @iplante, @OGwithTLC, @TheSouthportSch
  • alysstets Mar 14 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    A1: #ATCHAT Assistive Technology Solutions in Minutes https://t.co/r7EMKn5aoo
  • iplante Mar 14 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    So good of you to join in to learn... start with one tool #atchat
    In reply to @acherr12, @SarahGeissWood
  • Gonzale86480369 Mar 14 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    A2: we had a guest speaker discussing assistive technologies in our education class, and the main takeaway I had was that assistive technologies help students mobility, communication and participating in a classroom #ATchat
  • iplante Mar 14 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    Made sure to be here ! Such a great group #atchat
    In reply to @bcdtech, @mmatp, @KarenJan, @lplante
  • bcdtech Mar 14 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    I look at most of the books I read now thru an AT/UDL lens. How can I make decisions in the STEAM lab to be as inclusive as possible, etc. #ATchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • wernedat Mar 14 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    https://t.co/2IBcLhPmWU this time for real... #ATChat
    In reply to @acherr12, @SarahGeissWood
  • hillarygfphdatp Mar 14 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    Hi Corey- text to speech and speech to-text on a device can help. It all depends on what your students need access to in order to be successful in your class. I’m curious as to what would that be? #ATChat
    In reply to @MagisterCook
  • kbehnke Mar 14 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    Hello #ATchat .. sorry I was at a course sign up for my son's Senior year at his high school. Just came in now. A1 My reading material has been #ATchat :-)
  • KarenJan - Moderator Mar 14 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    A2 - Joyful Learning - love learning from Paula Kluth and Judy Wilis #ATchat Biggest takeaways are the need to promote joy in the classroom for learning that sticks.
  • iplante Mar 14 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    @CommonLit a great tool as is @activelylearn along with @InsertLearning #atchat and @litcharts
    In reply to @SarahGeissWood, @OGwithTLC, @TheSouthportSch, @CommonLit, @activelylearn, @InsertLearning, @litcharts
  • alysstets Mar 14 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    A2: hardware stores are great, cheap resources; campaign signs so versatile; easy to make AT with step by step pics #Atchat
  • acherr12 Mar 14 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    A2: Christian, how do you find AT helps with participation in the classroom? #atchat
    In reply to @Gonzale86480369
  • iplante Mar 14 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    A great trifecta #atchat
    In reply to @bcdtech, @KarenJan
  • VickiBostonSLP Mar 14 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    Hi all- I’ve been slowly reading Giving Voice: mobile communication, disability as inequality by Meryl Alper. I wouldn’t call it AAC directive but there are many good points raised regarding the social context. #ATchat
  • KarenJan - Moderator Mar 14 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    Yes, Those are some of my favorites! Excellent tools for UDL in the ELA classroom. #ATchat
    In reply to @iplante, @SarahGeissWood, @OGwithTLC, @TheSouthportSch, @CommonLit, @activelylearn, @InsertLearning, @litcharts
  • adaptechcf Mar 14 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    Hi ATChat! So glad I am able to make it tonight #atchat
  • KarenJan - Moderator Mar 14 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    @alysstets @adaptechcf @kbehnke @hillarygfphdatp @wernedat @SarahGeissWood Great to see so many "regulars" here tonight! Welcome! #ATchat
    In reply to @VickiBostonSLP, @alysstets, @adaptechcf, @kbehnke, @hillarygfphdatp, @wernedat, @SarahGeissWood
  • Gonzale86480369 Mar 14 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    Our guest speaker discussed a certain technology for a student that can control computer functions with their eyes, which helped one student who could not use his arms participate and excel in a computer design class #atchat
    In reply to @acherr12
  • MagisterCook Mar 14 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    Hi Hilary, so far there hasn't been a need. But want to make sure my class is ready should the need arise. Most of what we do is reading/translating. Not much in the way of conversational Latin. #atchat
    In reply to @hillarygfphdatp
  • acherr12 Mar 14 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    A2 -- I like that idea: "Joy in the classroom." Not the feeling I usually associate with school! #atchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • VickiBostonSLP Mar 14 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    Gah- missed a typo. That subtitle should be: mobile communication, disability AND inequality. #ATchat
  • iplante Mar 14 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    Using things like backchannels such as Today’s Meet allows conversations that from those hesitant to speak up #atchat or who need Technology to support thought formation.
    In reply to @acherr12, @Gonzale86480369
  • hillarygfphdatp Mar 14 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    Eye gaze- kind of like Stephen Hawking. #ATChat
    In reply to @Gonzale86480369, @acherr12
  • SarahGeissWood Mar 14 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    Researchers like myself need to work collaboratively with schools from the conception of a research idea to the end. Also, we need to make sure we join chats like #atchat so we know what is happening in the field outside academia.
    • KarenJan - Moderator Mar 14 @ 8:13 PM EDT
      Q2: What were some of the biggest takeaways? What difference has it made in your professional practice? #ATchat
  • KarenJan - Moderator Mar 14 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    What are your biggest takeaways? #ATchat
    In reply to @VickiBostonSLP
    • VickiBostonSLP Mar 14 @ 8:19 PM EDT
      Gah- missed a typo. That subtitle should be: mobile communication, disability AND inequality. #ATchat
  • iplante Mar 14 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    So many applicantiosn for this tool! #atchat
    In reply to @Flipgrid, @MagisterCook, @iPlant
  • acherr12 Mar 14 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    Fascinating! I can definitely see the benefit there. How about with students without disabilities? Any thoughts on them? #atchat
    In reply to @Gonzale86480369
  • rziolkowski Mar 14 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    #atchat Hi All! It's Ruth Z from @DonJohnstonInc A2: Moments by Chip & Dan @chipheath
  • hillarygfphdatp Mar 14 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    Low tech is highlighting tape and page markers. What access to technology (devices) do your students have? #ATchat
    In reply to @MagisterCook
  • KarenJan - Moderator Mar 14 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    Q3: Did the book include research? If so, how did you use the research to support your work? #ATchat
  • wernedat Mar 14 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    Speaking of Hawking - watch The Theory of Everything (amazon video rental/purchase...maybe some other places) watching it again right now, in tribute. #ATchat
    In reply to @hillarygfphdatp, @Gonzale86480369, @acherr12
  • KarenJan - Moderator Mar 14 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    Search for the #ATchat hashtag and then follow the tweets
    In reply to @Tere74782818, @Gonzale86480369
  • acherr12 Mar 14 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    Interesting thought abut those hesitant to speak up. I understand that. But how can technology support thought formation? I'm afraid you've got me there! :) #atchat
    In reply to @iplante, @Gonzale86480369
  • hillarygfphdatp Mar 14 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    Agree! Padlet is a great curation tool as well. #ATChat
    In reply to @iplante, @acherr12, @Gonzale86480369
  • kbehnke Mar 14 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    #ATChat Love the connections, the topics and sharing of ideas to help establish our community of practice!
  • adaptechcf Mar 14 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    A1: I just ordered "Lead Like a Pirate" after attending an EdCamp and everyone in that session was raving about it. #atchat
  • mmatp - Moderator Mar 14 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    A2: Biggest takeaway so far is the concept of promoting an environment that encourages creativity. Like the parallels with concepts of UDL #Atchat
  • iplante Mar 14 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    Love @padlet @GoogleKeep #atchat
    In reply to @hillarygfphdatp, @acherr12, @Gonzale86480369, @padlet, @GoogleKeep
  • Gonzale86480369 Mar 14 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    We focused on assistive technologies for students with disabilities, but I feel like for students who do not want to speak in class, which could be for several reasons outside of having a disability, I think some technologies could be used to involve those students more #atchat
    In reply to @acherr12
  • mmatp - Moderator Mar 14 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    it is really good so far. make sure to check out #LifelongKDG hashtag. amazing info there from the weekly chats #Atchat
    In reply to @proudone2
  • MagisterCook Mar 14 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    Our school (suburbs of Harrisburg, PA) is working on going 1:1, but most technology is currently accessed in computer labs and/or the resource room. A few students have personal AT devices. We don't use much tech in Latin class (yet). #atchat
    In reply to @hillarygfphdatp
  • SarahGeissWood Mar 14 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    It is a great place to learn from:) #atchat
    In reply to @kbehnke
  • KarenJan - Moderator Mar 14 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    A3 - Research - we need more to support what we know instinctively. #ATchat
  • kbehnke Mar 14 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    A2 #ATchat - Funny, I'm giving a presentation on inclusion in two weeks for the Competence and Confidence, Partners in Policymaking parent/consumer group. Bringing in AT and UDL as cornerstone pillars of good inclusion practices.
  • acherr12 Mar 14 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    Good point. #atchat
    In reply to @Gonzale86480369
  • iplante Mar 14 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    You can provide a way for those to share via a modality that works best for them and in an asynchronous format so can do when they are ready #ATchat
    In reply to @acherr12, @Gonzale86480369
  • MaestraOlguin Mar 14 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    This is my first time doing this, is there a question to respond to? #ATchat
  • hillarygfphdatp Mar 14 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    A3. Of course! UDL is rooted in neuroscience and the author connects to research throughout. #atchat
  • mmatp - Moderator Mar 14 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    I wish I could favorite this 100x !! #Atchat
    In reply to @iplante, @hillarygfphdatp, @acherr12, @Gonzale86480369, @padlet, @GoogleKeep
  • KarenJan - Moderator Mar 14 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    That's the start of UDL - put things in place for students with disabilities and all students benefit. #ATchat
    • Gonzale86480369 Mar 14 @ 8:23 PM EDT
      We focused on assistive technologies for students with disabilities, but I feel like for students who do not want to speak in class, which could be for several reasons outside of having a disability, I think some technologies could be used to involve those students more #atchat
      In reply to @acherr12
  • hillarygfphdatp Mar 14 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    It helps by supporting those areas of weakness in a multitude of ways- tool to task! #ATChat
    In reply to @acherr12, @iplante, @Gonzale86480369
  • VickiBostonSLP Mar 14 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    So far- 1: lack of culturally appropriate voices for AAC is a barrier to implementation that manufacturers are overlooking. 2. iPad cases cause a lot of grief that could be mitigated. 3. How families talk about AAC devices varies widely. #ATchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • iplante Mar 14 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    A3: hard part is timeline of research to practice is still too long #ATchat
  • SarahGeissWood Mar 14 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    Is this the correct book? #atchat https://t.co/Gr29BhLdpP i
    In reply to @rziolkowski, @DonJohnstonInc, @chipheath
  • wernedat Mar 14 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    might be interesting to use Google Expeditions and AR/VR for history/context of Latin concepts...pretty engaging stuff... #ATChat
    In reply to @MagisterCook, @hillarygfphdatp
  • hillarygfphdatp Mar 14 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    That Absolutely can and should happen- that’s where Universal Design for Learning (UDL) Comes in #ATChat
    In reply to @Gonzale86480369, @acherr12
  • KarenJan - Moderator Mar 14 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    We are talking about what we've read recently and sharing ideas? WE're up to question 3 #ATchat
    In reply to @MaestraOlguin
  • mmatp - Moderator Mar 14 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    So glad you are here Diana! You can follow the questions here on the Smore: https://t.co/jVb6tD5xsq #ATchat
  • acherr12 Mar 14 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    By asynchronous, I suppose you mean the students can respond in their own best time. Interesting. What are some programs/processes you use in your classroom to facilitate interaction? #atchat
    In reply to @iplante, @Gonzale86480369
  • alysstets Mar 14 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    A3: Dr Wilkomm’s book- not research persay, but tons of application. She’s the MacGuyver of AT. #ATchat
  • hillarygfphdatp Mar 14 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    Do you use DuoLingo? Keep thinking about speech to text and text to speech for alternate ways to access. Also @Flipgrid would be just cool for collaborative conversations. #ATChat
    In reply to @MagisterCook, @Flipgrid
  • MagisterCook Mar 14 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    Great ideas! Thank you @wernedat! #atchat
    In reply to @wernedat, @hillarygfphdatp, @wernedat
  • acherr12 Mar 14 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    What is Universal Design for Learning? #atchat
    In reply to @hillarygfphdatp, @Gonzale86480369
  • Gonzale86480369 Mar 14 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    We actually use asynchronous twitter chats for my education class to discuss readings we do for class, which seems like a cool way to involve all students #atchat
    In reply to @acherr12, @iplante
  • cybraryman1 Mar 14 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    @Gonzale86480369 My Assistive Technology page https://t.co/e2yM9t1Mef Yes, technology could involve students more. #ATchat
  • alysstets Mar 14 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    #atchat by the time research process occurs and is vetted, its often antiquated in classroom practice.
    In reply to @SarahGeissWood, @rziolkowski, @DonJohnstonInc, @chipheath
  • SarahGeissWood Mar 14 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    I will get to work right away. Anyone feel free to suggest research questions. I am mainly focused on text-to-speech and reading comprehension for students with dyslexia. #atchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • MagisterCook Mar 14 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    I've personally used DuoLingo, but for other languages. Need to test it out for Latin and classroom/course implementation. #atchat
    In reply to @hillarygfphdatp, @Flipgrid
  • iplante Mar 14 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    Use tools like @Flipgrid Today’s Meet @AdobeSpark or something that allows all students to engage at their best pacing #atchat
    In reply to @acherr12, @Gonzale86480369, @Flipgrid, @AdobeSpark
  • acherr12 Mar 14 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    What is the problem with iPad cases exactly? Just curious! #atchat
    In reply to @VickiBostonSLP, @KarenJan
  • iplante Mar 14 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    I like Apple Clips app too #atchat
    In reply to @acherr12, @Gonzale86480369
  • mmatp - Moderator Mar 14 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    Q4: Did the author provide a suggested reading list and/or resources to dive deeper into this topic? #ATchat
  • hillarygfphdatp Mar 14 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    Wicked! #ATChat
    In reply to @wernedat, @MagisterCook
  • MaestraOlguin Mar 14 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    I am reading The Visual Connection by Dr. Bobbe Baggio. I learned that almost 85% of students are visual learners and instruction should be geared with this in mind. #atchat
  • proudone2 Mar 14 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    A1: Out of our minds by @SirKenRobinson is the one I am reading. Thinking about how to teach creativity in today's schools. #atchat
  • KarenJan - Moderator Mar 14 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    Do we have any authors in our chat tonight? #ATchat
  • SarahGeissWood Mar 14 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    We are trying to speed up this process. Also by focusing on individual features of the technology (like speech rate, highlighting) rather than specific products this makes the research applicable across a more products. #atchat
    • alysstets Mar 14 @ 8:29 PM EDT
      #atchat by the time research process occurs and is vetted, its often antiquated in classroom practice.
      In reply to @SarahGeissWood, @rziolkowski, @DonJohnstonInc, @chipheath
  • mmatp - Moderator Mar 14 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    Apple Clips has become a bit of an obsession lately! Showing it to everyone. Love making accessible movie clips to use in projects #ATchat
    In reply to @iplante, @acherr12, @Gonzale86480369
  • hillarygfphdatp Mar 14 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    The best thing ever. It’s applying universal design principles to curriculum. FMI. Check out @CAST_UDL and @UDL_Center #ATChat
    In reply to @acherr12, @Gonzale86480369, @CAST_UDL, @UDL_Center
  • acherr12 Mar 14 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    Christian, so your students will chat while at home, etc.? This gives them all enough time to give a thoughtful response, I suppose! #atchat
    In reply to @Gonzale86480369, @iplante
  • mmatp - Moderator Mar 14 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    Saw him keynote at FETC. Outstanding. I am planning to read Creative Schools next #ATchat
    In reply to @proudone2, @SirKenRobinson
  • VickiBostonSLP Mar 14 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    There’s an entire chapter from which I’ll quote: “her new iPad case enabled her to demonstrate her competence, whereas her old school district had presumed her incompetence.” The case didn’t protect well so she could only use the iPad (her AAC system) sitting at a desk. #ATchat
    In reply to @acherr12, @KarenJan
  • hillarygfphdatp Mar 14 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    I had that happen. By the time my book was published, the tool that was used to conduct the training had been scrapped. But the outcomes still live, I suppose. #ATChat
    In reply to @alysstets, @SarahGeissWood, @rziolkowski, @DonJohnstonInc, @chipheath
  • cfrost_frost Mar 14 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    Sounds amazing. We all need more kindergarten in our lives #Atchat
    In reply to @mmatp
  • SarahGeissWood Mar 14 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    https://t.co/G34yJW8ZeG this link should have the questions for you. Welcome to the first chat. #atchat
    In reply to @MaestraOlguin
  • Gonzale86480369 Mar 14 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    I am a student, I’m studying to be a teacher, I go to Colorado State! Yes we do the readings and then have a twitter chat and our professor can see our responses to see that we read what we were supposed to, and gives everyone a chance to respond at their own rate #atchat
    In reply to @acherr12, @iplante
  • Tere74782818 Mar 14 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    How do I access Apple Clips? Is it an app or extension?#ATchat #AppleClips
    In reply to @mmatp, @iplante, @acherr12, @Gonzale86480369
  • acherr12 Mar 14 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    Interesting... So she was more effective using the iPad while standing up or lying down, etc.? #atchat
    In reply to @VickiBostonSLP, @KarenJan
  • hillarygfphdatp Mar 14 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    Yes. #ATChat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • KerriHslp Mar 14 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    This book looks really interesting! #ATchat
    In reply to @VickiBostonSLP, @KarenJan
  • bcdtech Mar 14 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    Did it get easier to use? I know when it first came out, it seemed a bit glitchy/clunky #ATchat
    In reply to @mmatp, @iplante, @acherr12, @Gonzale86480369
  • rziolkowski Mar 14 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    #atchat Here are my ?..1.How much time using TTS is needed to see comprehension gains? 2.Are there certain characteristics of students to see remedial impacts of TTS? 3.For students where comprehension w/ human reader >than TTS, how much time needed with TTS so human=TTS?
    In reply to @SarahGeissWood, @KarenJan
  • mmatp - Moderator Mar 14 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    iOS app. https://t.co/FFAfnCw3SH #Atchat
    In reply to @Tere74782818, @iplante, @acherr12, @Gonzale86480369
  • hillarygfphdatp Mar 14 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    It’s as yummy as Google Keep pulling text from a photo. Just sayin. #ATChat
    In reply to @mmatp, @iplante, @acherr12, @Gonzale86480369
  • alysstets Mar 14 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    #atchat the technology is moving SO fast! We need to validate faster sources as acceptable resources, such as blogs or resources like @PrAACticalAAC we know they are hreat, but publishers dont agree
    In reply to @hillarygfphdatp, @SarahGeissWood, @rziolkowski, @DonJohnstonInc, @chipheath, @PrAACticalAAC
  • KarenJan - Moderator Mar 14 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    right back at you! #ATchat
    In reply to @KerriHslp, @VickiBostonSLP
  • iplante Mar 14 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    We you helped us author Using Technology to Engage Studens with Learning Disabilities! Not research based but experiential based #atchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • hillarygfphdatp Mar 14 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    Whaaatt?! #ATChat
    In reply to @VickiBostonSLP, @acherr12, @KarenJan
  • VickiBostonSLP Mar 14 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    Well, it’s her dissertation & it’s good qualitative research. It’s a little dry in parts & there are some things I’m cringing at as an AAC SLP but there are some great insights as well. #ATchat
    In reply to @KerriHslp, @KarenJan
  • SarahGeissWood Mar 14 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    https://t.co/djLbivHT6b I wrote this research paper on text-to -speech and reading comprehension. #atchat
  • mmatp - Moderator Mar 14 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    agreed! #atchat
    In reply to @hillarygfphdatp, @iplante, @acherr12, @Gonzale86480369
  • Tere74782818 Mar 14 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    Thank you @mmatp! This will be another cool tool to explore tonight!#ATchat
    In reply to @mmatp, @iplante, @acherr12, @Gonzale86480369, @mmatp
  • KarenJan - Moderator Mar 14 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    Here's a chance to plug your book - can you share your biggest takeaways as an author? #ATchat
    • iplante Mar 14 @ 8:38 PM EDT
      We you helped us author Using Technology to Engage Studens with Learning Disabilities! Not research based but experiential based #atchat
      In reply to @KarenJan
  • proudone2 Mar 14 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    A2: I keep pondering the start of the book - most kids think they are creative, most adults do not. #atchat
    In reply to @mmatp, @SirKenRobinson
  • mmatp - Moderator Mar 14 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    Q5: What new things did you learn AND what questions do you still have about the topic?#ATchat
  • mmatp - Moderator Mar 14 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    It seems pretty bulletproof lately. Haven't had any issues #Atchat
    In reply to @bcdtech, @iplante, @acherr12, @Gonzale86480369
  • SarahGeissWood Mar 14 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    I see this problem. I am just not completely sure what to do about it. #atchat
    • hillarygfphdatp Mar 14 @ 8:35 PM EDT
      I had that happen. By the time my book was published, the tool that was used to conduct the training had been scrapped. But the outcomes still live, I suppose. #ATChat
      In reply to @alysstets, @SarahGeissWood, @rziolkowski, @DonJohnstonInc, @chipheath
  • VickiBostonSLP Mar 14 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    She was only allowed to have the iPad- aka her ability to communicate- while sitting at a desk. That’s not effective communication. #ATchat
    In reply to @acherr12, @KarenJan
  • rziolkowski Mar 14 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    #atchat I talk in terms of genres. This helps avoid all the trends and shifts. Plus over the last 30+ years the key genres that students need haven't changed (AAC, word prediction, TTS, etc)
    In reply to @alysstets, @hillarygfphdatp, @SarahGeissWood, @DonJohnstonInc, @chipheath, @PrAACticalAAC
  • iplante Mar 14 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    I love it! My only challenge is it doesn’t work on older iPads. Currently use it to have students make multi sensory representations of Latin/Greek roots, prefixes and suffixes for review. #atchat with @OGwithTLC
    In reply to @bcdtech, @mmatp, @acherr12, @Gonzale86480369, @OGwithTLC
  • Gonzale86480369 Mar 14 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    A5: I learned about apple clips, which seems to be loved, I will do more research imto@that, and I also want to look further into UDL #atchat
  • iplante Mar 14 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    Do you mean more STT rather than TTS? #ATchat
    In reply to @rziolkowski, @SarahGeissWood, @KarenJan
  • hillarygfphdatp Mar 14 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    Published One Size Does Not Fit All: Equity, Access, PD, and UDL https://t.co/dyCGjVtN68 #ATChat
  • Gonzale86480369 Mar 14 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    A5: I learned about apple clips, which seems to be loved, I will do more research into that, and I also want to look further into UDL #atchat
  • acherr12 Mar 14 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    Wow. So she could only communicate through the iPad and they wouldn't let her use it away from the desk. That's rather harsh! #atchat
    In reply to @VickiBostonSLP, @KarenJan
  • hillarygfphdatp Mar 14 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    Revised editions? #ATChat
    In reply to @SarahGeissWood
  • MagisterCook Mar 14 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    This sounds awesome! What kind of multi-sensory representations do your Ss create for those roots? #atchat
    In reply to @iplante, @bcdtech, @mmatp, @acherr12, @Gonzale86480369, @OGwithTLC
  • KarenJan - Moderator Mar 14 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    I'll say the same to you as @iplante - Here's a chance to plug your book and what were your biggest takeaways as an author? #ATchat
    In reply to @hillarygfphdatp, @iplante
  • iplante Mar 14 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    Tools are tools...we need to choose them wisely to meet the strengths and weaknesses of the learner #atchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • mswhitson Mar 14 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    Thanks everyone for sharing their knowledge! #ATchat
  • kbehnke Mar 14 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    #ATChat @hillarygfphdatp Can you sign my copy when I see you next? Which will be...??? :-)
  • VickiBostonSLP Mar 14 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    Yes, because it wasn’t in a sturdy case & they were concerned about the iPad breaking. It’s ridiculous but that’s far from the only story I’ve heard like it. #ATchat
    In reply to @acherr12, @KarenJan
  • iplante Mar 14 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    While I love proven tools to implement, sometimes we can’t wait for the full vetting process. My classes are often my test runs, kids will be so honest on value of tools. #ATchat
  • iplante Mar 14 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    Got it! #atchat
    In reply to @rziolkowski, @SarahGeissWood, @KarenJan
  • alysstets Mar 14 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    #atchat ugh...seriously!? Communication is a right. Not a privilege. Grrrrr
    In reply to @VickiBostonSLP, @acherr12, @KarenJan
  • iplante Mar 14 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    I am always amazed using the UPar for what arises as to best ways to provide resources #atchat
    In reply to @rziolkowski, @SarahGeissWood, @KarenJan
  • hillarygfphdatp Mar 14 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    Worth all of the effort. Would LOVE to collaborate on an extension/revision of the research and integrate more practical application #ATChat
    • KarenJan - Moderator Mar 14 @ 8:43 PM EDT
      I'll say the same to you as @iplante - Here's a chance to plug your book and what were your biggest takeaways as an author? #ATchat
      In reply to @hillarygfphdatp, @iplante
  • KerriHslp Mar 14 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    I've had T's get really angry because I've disabled Safari on some AAC iPads. Just proves that they are not using it for communication as much as they should be :( #ATchat
    In reply to @VickiBostonSLP, @acherr12, @KarenJan
  • mmatp - Moderator Mar 14 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    Q6: Have you shared this book with colleagues? What strategies have you used to engage them in the books' topic? #ATchat
  • mmatp - Moderator Mar 14 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    Don’t forget-we are always looking for guest moderators. Fill out the form: https://t.co/wUQEjDPamL #ATchat
  • MaestraOlguin Mar 14 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    Does anyone have experience using AdobeSpark, is it a useful tool?#atchat
  • rziolkowski Mar 14 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    #atchat Thanks...I agree I consistently hear more success stories because we can quantify the change with uPAR @DonJohnstonInc . I love the combination of the qualitative with quantitative! They go together like PB and chocolate!
    In reply to @iplante, @SarahGeissWood, @KarenJan, @DonJohnstonInc
  • hillarygfphdatp Mar 14 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    Aww... I’d be honored to sign your copy. When?! Now there’s the million dollar question! ;-) #ATChat
    In reply to @kbehnke
  • KarenJan - Moderator Mar 14 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    Both the PAR/uPAR and WPP have been invaluable tools to help guide AT decisions and recommendations. #ATchat
    • iplante Mar 14 @ 8:47 PM EDT
      I am always amazed using the UPar for what arises as to best ways to provide resources #atchat
      In reply to @rziolkowski, @SarahGeissWood, @KarenJan
  • MagisterCook Mar 14 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    Hate to run, but 7mo pregnant wife pulled the ice cream card! Thanks for some great insights and have a great night #atchat!
  • hillarygfphdatp Mar 14 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    The only thing I have open is the camera for on demand pictures. They’re locked down so that they’re used with the intention they were recommended for. #ATChat
    In reply to @KerriHslp, @VickiBostonSLP, @acherr12, @KarenJan
  • VickiBostonSLP Mar 14 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    In fairness, I have some older AAC users who are great at googling pictures to add to their systems. Or to clarify something in conversation (ex from today- where the U of Memphis baseball team plays). But that took time & maturity. #ATchat
    In reply to @KerriHslp
  • tjoshaughnessy Mar 14 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    How does WPP work? #atchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • iplante Mar 14 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    It provides such relevant information to start conversations #ATchat
    In reply to @rziolkowski, @SarahGeissWood, @KarenJan, @DonJohnstonInc
  • KarenJan - Moderator Mar 14 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    Great you could join us tonight. What flavoir ice-cream? #ATchat
    • MagisterCook Mar 14 @ 8:52 PM EDT
      Hate to run, but 7mo pregnant wife pulled the ice cream card! Thanks for some great insights and have a great night #atchat!
  • SarahGeissWood Mar 14 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    Yes. AT is now developed enough we know it does work well but the questions we need to ask are which tool works best for which student! #atchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • mmatp - Moderator Mar 14 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    As we wrap up this book related #ATchat - I have to ask. Do we want to revisit the Book Club? I would love to revisit those book chats. What say you?
  • MagisterCook Mar 14 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    She's a (dark) chocolate gal! The chocolaty-er the better! #atchat
    In reply to @KarenJan
  • rziolkowski Mar 14 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    #atchat What does this group think about a topic related to ELL students? If there is interest, I would be happy to moderate it.
    In reply to @mmatp
  • KarenJan - Moderator Mar 14 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    It guides decisions for output tools - the Decoste Written Productivity Profile? #ATchat
    In reply to @tjoshaughnessy
  • kbehnke Mar 14 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    #ATChat Thanks for a great chat. Happy Pi day to everyone. So proud of student walkouts/voice today in opposition of gun violence. RIP Stephen Hawking. g'nite!
  • KerriHslp Mar 14 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    Definitely can see this - need to decide on a case by case basis. #Atchat
    In reply to @VickiBostonSLP
  • VickiBostonSLP Mar 14 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    The book addresses family’s ideas about iPads for specific purposes as well. It’s not nearly as clear cut in the home & parents can be frustrated with keeping things too black & white. #ATchat
    In reply to @hillarygfphdatp, @KerriHslp, @acherr12, @KarenJan
  • tjoshaughnessy Mar 14 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    I vote yes 😄 #atchat
    In reply to @mmatp
  • mmatp - Moderator Mar 14 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    I think that is a great topic. Thx for offering to moderate! check out the upcoming schedue and pick an open date. https://t.co/3Cx35PccqB #Atchat
    In reply to @rziolkowski
  • wernedat Mar 14 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    I says yes. @attipscast book? #ATChat
    In reply to @mmatp, @attipscast
  • nlakusta Mar 14 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    Love the versatility of Adobe Spark - post, page, video and all free! #ATchat
    In reply to @MaestraOlguin
  • hillarygfphdatp Mar 14 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    I think it would be a great connection. I enjoy consults with our ELL staff and students. #ATChat
    In reply to @rziolkowski, @mmatp
  • tjoshaughnessy Mar 14 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    ELL? #ATchat
    In reply to @rziolkowski, @mmatp
  • KarenJan - Moderator Mar 14 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    Final thoughts as we wind down the chat tonight? #ATchat What topics should we discuss in the coming weeks?
  • VickiBostonSLP Mar 14 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    Yes, with warning ahead of time in case I read the book a while ago & need time to refresh my memory! #ATchat
    In reply to @mmatp
  • bcdtech Mar 14 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    Now that's a book that would be worth my time, if it's anything like his last one. #ATchat
    In reply to @wernedat, @mmatp, @attipscast
  • mmatp - Moderator Mar 14 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    ok - that's two! @tjoshaughnessy I like the idea of reading @attipscast I bet we could even get him to participate. HINT HINT #Atchat
  • KerriHslp Mar 14 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    I'm defintitely going to read the book - sounds like she touches on lots of things I haven't thought about #ATchat
    In reply to @VickiBostonSLP, @hillarygfphdatp, @acherr12, @KarenJan
  • hillarygfphdatp Mar 14 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    Three! #ATChat
    In reply to @mmatp, @tjoshaughnessy, @attipscast
  • jantechnj Mar 14 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    Maybe if you twist his arm! #atchat
    In reply to @mmatp, @tjoshaughnessy, @attipscast