#ATchat Archive

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Wednesday September 13, 2017
8:00 PM EDT
  • mmatp - Moderator Sep 13 @ 8:00 PM EDT
    Welcome to #Atchat. Please let us know who you are and where you are from? Tonight we will be discussing AT Assessments and Consultations
  • participatechat Sep 13 @ 8:00 PM EDT
    Participate in the upcoming #ATchat by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/LbdD5CgZib
  • The_app_guide Sep 13 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    John O'Sullivan Chelmsford High School Librarian/AT Specialist #atchat
  • mmatp - Moderator Sep 13 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    AT Specialist from NJ & your fearless leader tonight for #ATchat
  • edukate5334 Sep 13 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    First twitter chat! #edt5334 #atchat
  • mmatp - Moderator Sep 13 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    hey John. Glad you are here tonight #ATchat
    In reply to @The_app_guide
  • mmatp - Moderator Sep 13 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Missing my partner @KarenJan tonight - will be typing like crazy to keep up! #Atchat
  • JoanneSabo Sep 13 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Joanne Sped inclusion teacher MA #atchat
  • mmatp - Moderator Sep 13 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Hey Kate! So glad you could join us tonight. Tell us about yourself and how you heard about #ATchat
  • mmatp - Moderator Sep 13 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Hi Joanne! Glad you are here tonight #ATchat
    In reply to @JoanneSabo
  • aarrii_demos Sep 13 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    I'm Arianna, I am at student at Michigan State University studying Elementary Education #Atchat
  • wernedat Sep 13 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Sad I'll have to catch the day after report on this one...still in hurricane recovery mode here in FL #atchat
    In reply to @mmatp
  • mmatp - Moderator Sep 13 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    We will use the Q1, A1 format today. Don’t forget to include #atchat hashtag
  • The_app_guide Sep 13 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    It is good to be here! #atchat
    In reply to @mmatp
  • pbuckingks Sep 13 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Paige from Kansas- Special Education Facilitator focusing on AT. #atchat
  • JoanneSabo Sep 13 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Thanks Mike! Glad to be here! #atchat
    In reply to @mmatp
  • edukate5334 Sep 13 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    I'm a first year teacher, and am working on my Master's specializing in EdTech. #1stgrade #TX #atchat
  • mmatp - Moderator Sep 13 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    HI Arianna. So glad you are joining us tonight! #Atchat
    • aarrii_demos Sep 13 @ 8:03 PM EDT
      I'm Arianna, I am at student at Michigan State University studying Elementary Education #Atchat
  • mmatp - Moderator Sep 13 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Q1a: Who conducts your AT assessments? Do you have an in-district team or use outside support? #atchat
  • mmatp - Moderator Sep 13 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Hey Elisa. Hope everything is OK with you and your family. #ATchat
    In reply to @wernedat
  • mmatp - Moderator Sep 13 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Hi Paige! Glad you are here tonight. Looking forward to your thoughts #Atchat
    In reply to @pbuckingks
  • Robertawhalen1 Sep 13 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Roberta from MA first time actually joining #ATchat
    In reply to @mmatp
  • mmatp - Moderator Sep 13 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    Q1b: If you have in district team: How are team members selected to ensure collective knowledge+skills to meet all S needs? #Atchat
  • JoanneSabo Sep 13 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    My heart goes out to you! My parents and sister live in Naples! #atchat
    In reply to @wernedat, @mmatp
  • mmatp - Moderator Sep 13 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    So glad you are joining us tonight! Looking forward to your insights #ATchat
    In reply to @Robertawhalen1
  • ZajacSLP Sep 13 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    Kim Zajac SLP from Norton, MA MS & HS level. Excited to hear views & practice patterns tonight. #ATChat
  • pbuckingks Sep 13 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    A1- IEP teams lead by the SLP and I am support as the team needs it. Teams call me to step in at any point they need me. #atchat
  • mmatp - Moderator Sep 13 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    Hey Kim! Thanks for joining us tonight #ATchat
    In reply to @ZajacSLP
  • VickiBostonSLP Sep 13 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    Hello- I'm Vicki- used to coordinate AT in Boston & now clinical professor for SLPs in Memphis #Atchat
  • The_app_guide Sep 13 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    It is good to see you, Kim! #atchat
    In reply to @mmatp, @ZajacSLP
  • ZajacSLP Sep 13 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    A1: Our district refers out for comprehensive AT Evals. Informal low to mid tech trials are done by treating SLP. #ATChat
  • krista_bolen Sep 13 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    Krista from Nashville TN. AT and special educator. #ATchat
  • edukate5334 Sep 13 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    What is included in an AT assessment? #atchat
  • mmatp - Moderator Sep 13 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    A1a: As a consultant, I am brought into teams to provide guidance related to AT issues #Atchat
  • mmatp - Moderator Sep 13 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    Hi Krista. Glad you are here tonight #ATchat
    In reply to @krista_bolen
  • pbuckingks Sep 13 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1b: We did training to all SLPs on AT/AAC and how to do evals. They lead IEP team at building instead of outside group coming in #atchat
    In reply to @mmatp
  • The_app_guide Sep 13 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1: IEP team lead by a chair with all the specialists that work with the student, sped teacher and regular ed teacher #atchat
  • MrsMcGarryNMS Sep 13 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    Tracy from Norton here. 8th grade Learning Specialist. AT is not my area of expertise but excited to join in. #ATChat
  • mmatp - Moderator Sep 13 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    How does the district team decide what constitutes a referral out of district? #Atchat
    In reply to @ZajacSLP
  • krista_bolen Sep 13 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    A1a our district team does most formal Evals. We also accept outside evals. #ATchat
  • krista_bolen Sep 13 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    A1b our district teams consists of OT, SLP, special ed T , TVI. We also have access to audiologist if needed. #ATchat
  • kjgeorge71 Sep 13 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    Hi! Kayla, SpEd Teacher from Texas. #atchat #edt5334
  • mmatp - Moderator Sep 13 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    Q2: Do you have procedures for all aspects of AT assessment & are they clearly defined and consistently applied #ATchat
  • mmatp - Moderator Sep 13 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    #ATchat
    • ZajacSLP Sep 13 @ 8:12 PM EDT
      Case by case basis. Look at what is in place, what's working/not, trials, seek input if needs are not met by former steps.
      In reply to @mmatp
  • ColleenGorman13 Sep 13 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    #atchat A1. I do all the AT Evals for the Public school i work in. Sometime we have outside evals.
  • VickiBostonSLP Sep 13 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    A1: In Boston we mostly did our own but outside people certainly weighed in. In Memphis, I've been asked to consult a few times. #Atchat
  • kjgeorge71 Sep 13 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    Q2 Not that I know. #atchat #edt5334
  • attipscast Sep 13 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    A1a: In-district people (like me), but a better way might B 4 people like me to train others on how to better consider AT #capacity #ATchat
    In reply to @mmatp
  • krista_bolen Sep 13 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    Also, super excited we added an ATP to our team this year!! @AliRando1231 #Atchat
    In reply to @AliRando1231
  • mmatp - Moderator Sep 13 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    YES! YES! YES! Let's shut the chat down now :) Agree completely #ATchat
    • attipscast Sep 13 @ 8:14 PM EDT
      A1a: In-district people (like me), but a better way might B 4 people like me to train others on how to better consider AT #capacity #ATchat
      In reply to @mmatp
  • The_app_guide Sep 13 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    I write the reports. I have a list of steps I go through #atchat
  • kjgeorge71 Sep 13 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    Q1 I believe the Occupational Therapist in District. At least that is the one that comes into my classroom to teach AT. #atchat #edt5334
  • mmatp - Moderator Sep 13 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    A2: If you have procedures in place, why not share with the rest of us! #ATchat
  • pbuckingks Sep 13 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    A2: We have a manual that pulls in forms/ideas from GPAT, Illinois, WIAT, QIAT team uses SETT to lead discussion then set up trials #atchat
  • attipscast Sep 13 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    A1b: Everyone (Educators, Parents, Students) has knowledge & ability to brainstorm what a S needs, some know more in different areas #ATChat
    In reply to @mmatp
  • krista_bolen Sep 13 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    #micdrop #ATchat
    In reply to @mmatp
  • SteveDollahan Sep 13 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    A1: Steve Dollahan, a Lead Special Ed teacher/Coordinator in Indiana. #ATchat
  • mmatp - Moderator Sep 13 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    A2: Check out the SETT documents to help support the AT consideration process. https://t.co/cAGQx5OuBz #ATchat
  • attipscast Sep 13 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    I'd bet you know more than you think you know! #ATchat
    In reply to @MrsMcGarryNMS
  • pbuckingks Sep 13 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    SETT is critical in the AT process #ATchat
    In reply to @mmatp
  • edukate5334 Sep 13 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    A1b: I am in a small district, on a PK-1 campus. I believe our SpEd team handles all AT evals/assessments #atchat
  • mmatp - Moderator Sep 13 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    I agree with Chris. We all have so much to share throughout this process. #WeAreInThisTogether #Atchat
    In reply to @attipscast, @MrsMcGarryNMS
  • mmatp - Moderator Sep 13 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    Q3: How does your district determine whether to complete an AT Evaluation or a consult? Do you have procedures in place? #ATchat
  • krista_bolen Sep 13 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    A2 part 1 we use ASNAT to gather prelim info before working with S. Also using SETT with teams. Focus on eval being data for the #ATchat
  • mmatp - Moderator Sep 13 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    This might be a great time to reach out to them & ask about the process. The process only works if we all know what it is! #Atchat
    • edukate5334 Sep 13 @ 8:18 PM EDT
      A1b: I am in a small district, on a PK-1 campus. I believe our SpEd team handles all AT evals/assessments #atchat
  • kjgeorge71 Sep 13 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    Q3 The ARD Committee decides from documentation by the teacher. #atchat #edt5334
  • JoanneSabo Sep 13 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    Agree and so helpful - great organizational tool to help TEAM focus on essentials when considering needs #atchat
    In reply to @pbuckingks, @mmatp
  • krista_bolen Sep 13 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    A2 part 2 data for the team to consider AT, and not being the "experts" on the S and the classroom #ATchat
  • SteveDollahan Sep 13 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    Whoops! Forgot to include #ATchat. Many apologies!
    In reply to @mmatp
  • mmatp - Moderator Sep 13 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    A3: I strongly encourage consult vs eval. Eval feels like a "drive by" See a Student, write a report, hopefully see them soon #ATchat
  • ColleenGorman13 Sep 13 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    I like the app AT Eval. It helps me organize my report and is a good check to make sure everything is included. #ATchat
  • mmatp - Moderator Sep 13 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    A3: Consult gives the process a chance to "breathe" Gather input from teams on trials. Leads to more complete solutions #Atchat
  • pbuckingks Sep 13 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    A3-Start with SETT which guides questions AT eval when new question comes up that cannot b answered w/ quick consideration. #atchat
    In reply to @mmatp
  • edukate5334 Sep 13 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    A3: This decision is made by the ARD committee #atchat
  • ZajacSLP Sep 13 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    A3: Case by case.Would love more of a map for reaching determination of E vs C more objectively. #ATCHAT
    In reply to @mmatp
  • JoanneSabo Sep 13 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    To my knowledge we do not but the tendency was to go for evals however in my opinion the consult is more meaningful, and efficient #atchat
    In reply to @mmatp
  • attipscast Sep 13 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    A3: ALWAYS contact us first, & we'll chat. Very frequently, we can provide some ideas for the IEP Team to consider just by talking. #ATChat
    In reply to @mmatp
  • mmatp - Moderator Sep 13 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    It is more efficient. Others don't think so but over time leads to better match between needs/abilities & features of tools #ATchat
    • JoanneSabo Sep 13 @ 8:23 PM EDT
      To my knowledge we do not but the tendency was to go for evals however in my opinion the consult is more meaningful, and efficient #atchat
      In reply to @mmatp
  • pbuckingks Sep 13 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    A3-Eval if need cannot be met with items available in building- we have lots of tech that all students can use #ATchat
    In reply to @mmatp
  • The_app_guide Sep 13 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    A3 Many of the consultations had AT eval already. It all depends on the need. I get to follow up. #atchat
  • attipscast Sep 13 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    ARD? #ATchat
    In reply to @kjgeorge71
  • mmatp - Moderator Sep 13 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    Such a good point. Start the conversation - that is at the core of AT consideration. Talk about it! #ATchat
    In reply to @attipscast
  • attipscast Sep 13 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    Do you mean ATEval2Go? #ATchat
    In reply to @ColleenGorman13
  • ColleenGorman13 Sep 13 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    A3:currenty AT Evals but working towards consults. At the end of my Evals I recommend we continue with the app/ tool make changes #ATChat
  • MrsMcGarryNMS Sep 13 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    Consult feels more meaningful in most cases. Builds more relationship. #ATCHAT
    In reply to @mmatp
  • SteveDollahan Sep 13 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    A2 cont: always amazed at how we forget to include supports & tools that are available to ALL Ss w/ or w/out disabilities. #ATchat
    In reply to @mmatp
  • mmatp - Moderator Sep 13 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    Good point. Consults build relationships-which helps build capacity. See @attipscast it always comes back around to that! #Atchat
    In reply to @MrsMcGarryNMS, @attipscast
  • kjgeorge71 Sep 13 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    I'm new at this. Not sure if I'm supposed to have logged in somewhere. I've been commenting through hashtags. Please, help. #atchat #edt5334
    In reply to @mmatp, @attipscast
  • mmatp - Moderator Sep 13 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    Q4: How does your district include functional assessment in your student’s customary environments #atchat
  • MrsMcGarryNMS Sep 13 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    Agree! I know so little of how we handle this. Would love more conversations to happen. Then classroom Ts can better implement.#ATCHAT
    In reply to @ZajacSLP, @mmatp
  • VickiBostonSLP Sep 13 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    I tried to do as much as possible through consult- so much could be quickly addressed by providing information on existing tools #Atchat
  • mmatp - Moderator Sep 13 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    You are doing great! We see your comments. As long as you add #atchat to your tweets, everyone will see them
    In reply to @kjgeorge71, @attipscast
  • Robertawhalen1 Sep 13 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    #ATchat Q3 our AT has been a huge resource through consultation. We used to do more assessments.
    In reply to @mmatp
  • SteveDollahan Sep 13 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    SETT and WIAT = great places to start. Haven't reviewed Illinois. Added to my list. Thanks for sharing! #ATchat
    In reply to @pbuckingks
  • attipscast Sep 13 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    You think there's "AT People" who prefer evaluation from experts over consults & IEP Teams doing it on own (w/ guidance)? #ATchat #fishy
    In reply to @mmatp
  • pbuckingks Sep 13 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    Tweet Deck is really helpful when doing twitter chats. Allows you to follow a hashtag #ATchat
    In reply to @mmatp, @kjgeorge71, @attipscast
  • JoanneSabo Sep 13 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    A3 think that as tech becomes more integrated and UDL embedded the CONSULT model will become more acceptable #atchat
  • MrsMcGarryNMS Sep 13 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    Yes! The more we collaborate the more successful our Ss can be. #atchat
    In reply to @ZajacSLP, @mmatp, @NPSPPS
  • mmatp - Moderator Sep 13 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    I do think this happens. Not sure why they wouldn't want to be part of the solution. It is discouraging #ATchat
    In reply to @attipscast
  • edukate5334 Sep 13 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    Collaboration is definitely the key to finding success for our Ss #atchat
  • attipscast Sep 13 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    What if there wasn't a thing called "AT Assessment"? Instead, when an IEP team was stuck, they just asked for assistance. #ATChat
  • krista_bolen Sep 13 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    A3: If the IEP team needs data for AT consideration, we do evals. But we also consult with teams as part of evals. #ATchat
  • pbuckingks Sep 13 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    ppl still ask for AT eval even when there is effective consideration They don’t understand u still get results wi/ consideration #atchat
    In reply to @attipscast, @mmatp
  • VickiBostonSLP Sep 13 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    I had a constant battle on that exact thing with a former coworker. She seemed to like guarding information. #AtChat
    In reply to @attipscast, @mmatp
  • mmatp - Moderator Sep 13 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    Next week @JessicaStoverAT leads #Atchat Our focus is AT across the Lifespan. Make sure to join us for a great convo
  • attipscast Sep 13 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    A4: We do. #ATChat
    In reply to @mmatp
  • MrsMcGarryNMS Sep 13 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    This stuff doesn't need to be mi I tired only by specialists. Ts should be incorporating AT too. #ATCHAT
    In reply to @ZajacSLP, @mmatp, @NPSPPS
  • SteveDollahan Sep 13 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    SETT is a great place to start! Certainly guides your trials and AT eval. AND... who doesn't love Dr. Zabala?! #ATchat @joyzabala 😁
    In reply to @mmatp, @joyzabala
  • mmatp - Moderator Sep 13 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    Those "AT Experts" need to take these professionals under their wings and build confidence to work 2 meet Ss need #Back2Capacity #Atchat
    In reply to @attipscast
  • mmatp - Moderator Sep 13 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    Q5: What are some sources of data your AT team uses to finalize AT recommendations? #atchat
  • MrsMcGarryNMS Sep 13 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    This stuff doesn't only need to be monitored by specialists. Ts should incorporate AT too. #atchat
    In reply to @ZajacSLP, @mmatp, @NPSPPS
  • attipscast Sep 13 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    I think that time in NOW! :) #ATchat #WatchMeAsIJumpThisShark
    In reply to @JoanneSabo
  • JoanneSabo Sep 13 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    Agree - TEAM knows the Ss and the needs much better than an outside expert can determine in the amount of time the spend evaluating #atchat
    In reply to @edukate5334
  • mmatp - Moderator Sep 13 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    Some ind feel that holding onto the info is job security! It is just wrong. We need 2 focus on Ss needs. ##atchat
    • VickiBostonSLP Sep 13 @ 8:33 PM EDT
      I had a constant battle on that exact thing with a former coworker. She seemed to like guarding information. #AtChat
      In reply to @attipscast, @mmatp
  • VickiBostonSLP Sep 13 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    I saw this as the goal- embed tech in UDL, evals should be rare & more for complex cases, although even then consults can work. #ATChat
    In reply to @JoanneSabo
  • kjgeorge71 Sep 13 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    I love my Occupational and Physical Therapists. They always share ideas. I use all kinds AT in my class.#atchat #edt5334
  • pbuckingks Sep 13 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    so important for those the know the S to be part of the eval #ATchat
    In reply to @JoanneSabo, @edukate5334
  • ColleenGorman13 Sep 13 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    #ATChat All evals I do include Ts, Ps, and Ss. I don't make recommendations that cant be implemented by Ts.
  • SteveDollahan Sep 13 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    Absolutely! It's everyone's responsibility! #ATchat
    In reply to @MrsMcGarryNMS, @ZajacSLP, @mmatp, @NPSPPS
  • attipscast Sep 13 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    What kind of data? What kind of evidence? How much? It's tricky, right? #ATchat
    In reply to @krista_bolen
  • The_app_guide Sep 13 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    A5 I read testing, talk to teacher(s)/specialists then match the need w/ the best of my research. #atchat
  • pbuckingks Sep 13 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    consideration process needs to be the focus- problem solving by the team #ATchat
    In reply to @VickiBostonSLP, @JoanneSabo
  • kjgeorge71 Sep 13 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    I have learned a lot from them. They taught me about work boxes & Motor Lab. #atchat #edt5334
  • Robertawhalen1 Sep 13 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    Agreed. There are always more students and more needs. Give em tools for success #ATchat
    In reply to @mmatp
  • The_app_guide Sep 13 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    I believe in collaboration because that is best for positive outcomes. #atchat
    In reply to @mmatp
  • SteveDollahan Sep 13 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    A3: We encourage contact for consult 1st and problem solving discussion with team. Tends to be more effective. #ATchat
    In reply to @mmatp
  • attipscast Sep 13 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    Totes. There's a perspective that "if I'm not doing evals then my job might be cut. What's my purpose?" The answer is "coaching." #ATchat
    In reply to @ZajacSLP, @VickiBostonSLP, @mmatp
  • mmatp - Moderator Sep 13 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    Right. It doesn't benefit anyone to make AT feel more complex. We need to make this easier so people are receptive to solutions #ATchat
    In reply to @attipscast, @ZajacSLP, @VickiBostonSLP
  • ZajacSLP Sep 13 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    A5: Data from Ts,paras, SLP, input from Ts & paras about how impacts function at school;parents about how impacts life out of school #ATchat
  • mmatp - Moderator Sep 13 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    Q6: What are the components of your written AT recommendations report? #atchat
  • ColleenGorman13 Sep 13 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    Agree most of my job is training and problem solving in the moment #ATchat
    In reply to @attipscast, @ZajacSLP, @VickiBostonSLP, @mmatp
  • attipscast Sep 13 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    Totally! With every interaction with educators ask, "Am I building dependency or building capacity?" #ATchat
    In reply to @mmatp
  • JoanneSabo Sep 13 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    Coaching is absolutely the need that I see! So many times eval provides list of recommendations but no one knows how to implement #atchat
    In reply to @attipscast, @ZajacSLP, @VickiBostonSLP, @mmatp
  • VickiBostonSLP Sep 13 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    Over the 5 years I was there, my job shifted from mostly evaluating to majority training/coaching. I thought this was success! #ATchat
    In reply to @attipscast, @ZajacSLP, @mmatp
  • mmatp - Moderator Sep 13 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    A5: are people using Google Forms to collect data? My teams love it. Very successful #ATchat
  • The_app_guide Sep 13 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    Evals are important. I believe follow up is important. AT should be part of service grid, not a one-time thing. #atchat
    In reply to @attipscast, @ZajacSLP, @VickiBostonSLP, @mmatp
  • kjgeorge71 Sep 13 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    Good question! #atchat #edt5334
    In reply to @attipscast, @mmatp
  • JoanneSabo Sep 13 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    Do you have any forms you could share? I haven't created any yet but one of my goals #atchat
    In reply to @mmatp
  • attipscast Sep 13 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    A5: Stopped using the term "recommendations" in favor of "considerations". Recommendations = I decided. Considerations = You decide #ATchat
    In reply to @mmatp
  • mmatp - Moderator Sep 13 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    Plus we have to tell them that is what we are doing. It isn't about "getting out of work"! It is all about empowerment #ATchat
    In reply to @attipscast
  • mmatp - Moderator Sep 13 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    So important to remember: Words Matter! #ATchat
    • attipscast Sep 13 @ 8:44 PM EDT
      A5: Stopped using the term "recommendations" in favor of "considerations". Recommendations = I decided. Considerations = You decide #ATchat
      In reply to @mmatp
  • attipscast Sep 13 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    #Truth Trust the team. #ATchat
    • JoanneSabo Sep 13 @ 8:36 PM EDT
      Agree - TEAM knows the Ss and the needs much better than an outside expert can determine in the amount of time the spend evaluating #atchat
      In reply to @edukate5334
  • JoanneSabo Sep 13 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    Love this terminology #atchat
    In reply to @attipscast, @mmatp
  • pbuckingks Sep 13 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    I would love to have student AT needs met by teams and I do is train #atchat
  • The_app_guide Sep 13 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    A5: I don't use Google forms. I talk to people one on one and develop relationships. I can't read body language on a form #atchat
  • JoanneSabo Sep 13 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    A5 Big thing is the tech able to remove the barrier, increase Ss participation and provide sense of confidence, empowerment #atchat
    In reply to @attipscast, @mmatp
  • attipscast Sep 13 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    Yes! Coaching at all stages of the process. How to get to what to implement and then how to implement it. #ATChat
    In reply to @JoanneSabo, @ZajacSLP, @VickiBostonSLP, @mmatp
  • KerriHslp Sep 13 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    A5: Google Form for info when req for assistance is made. Shared Google Doc at the meeting with IEP team to collect SETT info #ATchat
  • mmatp - Moderator Sep 13 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    so true! Makes everyone part of the solution. It isn't ME deciding, it is US deciding #Atchat
    In reply to @angrabe, @attipscast
  • mmatp - Moderator Sep 13 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    Q7: What strategies are in place to ensure Ss needs are reassessed as needs change? #ATchat
  • krista_bolen Sep 13 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    THIS!!! Am starting this right now. #ATChat
    In reply to @attipscast, @mmatp
  • ColleenGorman13 Sep 13 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    #ATChat This is an iPad app to develop AT Reports. https://t.co/4KE8lUICDb
    In reply to @SteveDollahan, @attipscast
  • VickiBostonSLP Sep 13 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    I got push back when I suggested AT on grid b/c not enough AT people- need to build capacity & have team understanding AT services #ATchat
    In reply to @The_app_guide
  • attipscast Sep 13 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    I was going to write that exact phrase but I ran out of characters! #greatminds #ATChat
    In reply to @mmatp
  • SteveDollahan Sep 13 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    Nailed it! I use the phrase, "considerations for the Case Conference Committee include: ..." It helps with team ownership. #ATchat
    In reply to @attipscast, @mmatp
  • MrsMcGarryNMS Sep 13 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    I think that is a great thought. Would "force" Ts to implement more & be held accountable. #ATchat
    In reply to @The_app_guide, @attipscast, @ZajacSLP, @VickiBostonSLP, @mmatp
  • mmatp - Moderator Sep 13 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    Don’t forget-we are always looking for guest moderators. Fill out the form: https://t.co/wUQEjE6Lej #ATchat
  • ZajacSLP Sep 13 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    A6: Documentation of trials based diagnostic approach is not typically a formal write up. Outside agency eval are& have std format #atchat
  • The_app_guide Sep 13 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    I work in a public school. If there is an issue I can not far away. With follow through you get higher success rates #atchat
    In reply to @VickiBostonSLP
  • attipscast Sep 13 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    I'm so glad you like it! You digging the update? #ATchat
    In reply to @ColleenGorman13, @SteveDollahan
  • 1in5awareness Sep 13 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    As a #sped parent I would B concerned @ a report w/"considerations". The #AT evaluator is the expert not those at the team table #ATchat
    • attipscast Sep 13 @ 8:44 PM EDT
      A5: Stopped using the term "recommendations" in favor of "considerations". Recommendations = I decided. Considerations = You decide #ATchat
      In reply to @mmatp
  • ColleenGorman13 Sep 13 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    #ATChat so far it has been very helpful. I plan on using it this year for evals.
    In reply to @attipscast, @SteveDollahan
  • ZajacSLP Sep 13 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    A7: Being in the classrms & community experiences with Ss. Regular consults w Ts also key. 1st report of shift in Fx = re-eval flag. #ATchat
  • VickiBostonSLP Sep 13 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    This was when we had 4 (3 as part-time) ATs to cover 128 schools in Boston. I'm not arguing against follow-up, just logistics #ATchat
    In reply to @The_app_guide
  • mmatp - Moderator Sep 13 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    Did you miss something tonight? Don’t worry-we will post the Storify from tonight’s #ATchat tomorrow morning
  • mmatp - Moderator Sep 13 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    But the team implements solutions so they should be part of the decision process. AT specialist provides ideas based on S needs #ATchat
    In reply to @1in5awareness
  • The_app_guide Sep 13 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    A6 The report looks similar to other sped testing observation, Background, recommendations summary #atchat
  • SteveDollahan Sep 13 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    Lots to learn from the related services team! I'm always amazed! #ATchat #RelatedServices
    In reply to @kjgeorge71
  • mmatp - Moderator Sep 13 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    Make sure to follow everyone from today’s #atchat Let’s continue to learn and share!
  • e_dauphinais Sep 13 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    #ATchat This is my go-to process. I create a live Doc during collaboration time and the teams add to it on the fly. @joyzabala
  • JoanneSabo Sep 13 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    Thanks for another great chat! #atchat
  • attipscast Sep 13 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    The idea that an AT person is an expert is a myth many in the field want to dis-spell. IEP Team knows best. We're more like guides. #ATchat
    In reply to @1in5awareness
  • mmatp - Moderator Sep 13 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    This was a great conversation tonight. We will revisit this discussion later in the year for sure! #ATchat
  • The_app_guide Sep 13 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    There is not enough AT specialist for follow up. It is a very small field. #atchat
    In reply to @VickiBostonSLP
  • VickiBostonSLP Sep 13 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    If you'd like some #AugComm chat, @gallianstone & I are co-moderating #USSAAChat tomorrow at 8 ET on AAC & Curriculum Access. #Atchat
  • kjgeorge71 Sep 13 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    Thank you! #atchat #edt5334
    In reply to @mmatp