Making Student Gains in Reading & Writing
Making the Most of the Last of Your ARRA $$
Registration Closed.
Last Date to Register: 4/7/2011 12:01 AM
Last Date to Cancel: 4/9/2011 12:01 AM
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Don Johnston company has been a leader in developing software and supports for students with challenges in reading and writing. This workshop is going to be a combination of hands-on and demonstration of the supports available for students with low scores in those areas. Participants will receive a brief overview of AIM (Accessible Instructional Materials), Bookshare and how to convert &/or use Bookshare books on a variety of devices including mobile devices, hands-on activities with mobile e-reader, the Intel Reader and overviews of software (Draft Builder, Co:Writer, Write: OutLoud) that support reading and writing gains. Participants will receive the following professional resources Don Johnston "Train in 30" manuals for providing quick professional development to fellow staff. "Developing Your Assistive Technology Leadership: Best Practices for Success" by Reeder, Temple, Carr, Fleming & Tracy.