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Using Technology to Support Diverse Learners


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We have selected Tech Tip handouts and an overview Tech Tip PowerPoint that can be download for use in your professional development efforts.

Tech Tip Handouts

These handouts are based on selected tip areas such as Digital/Enhanced text, Audio- Talking Text and Selected Word Supports The handouts are periodically updated with new information. If you would like handouts of the other Tech Tip areas please contact us or email jduffie@wested.org.

Handout on E-text Sources
Handout on E-text Sources includes material for younger children, book collections, book summaries, textbooks, adapted books, and college level materials.
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Handout Samples of Tech Tips
Handout samples for selected Tech Tips, including Talking Text.
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Tech Tip Power Point

The Tech Tip PowerPoint presents a generic overview of each of the Tip areas. Permission is given to use and adapt this presentation for your own professional development efforts as long as credit is given to the original source.

Tech Tips Overview Powerpoint Slide Show
This is a sample presentation covers 4 tips (digital text, text to speech, digital enhancements, and Microsoft Word) as an intro. to the site.
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Knowledge Briefs

Cover graphic: Using Flexible Technology to Meet the Needs of Diverse Learners: What Teachers Can Do Using Flexible Technology to Meet the Needs of Diverse Learners: What Teachers Can Do (2005)
Many general education teachers are turning to differentiated instruction to help them meet their students' diverse learning needs. This Knowledge Brief explains how some standard technology resources already available at most schools — talking text, Web resources, graphic organizers, and word processors — can be used to support more tailored instruction. It also tells readers where to find more technology tips.
 


 
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