Understanding the Components of Instructional Technologies | Origin: ED126
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Integrating Technology into Education --> Understanding the Components of Instructional Technologies
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how to think of all categories of students
Accesability to required technology to complete courses/lessons.
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Special attention for easy use of technology for disabled students and its availability for international students.
Our instituion has many different software programs that we are free to use within our classroom setting. They offer internal education and if not the vendor has given us access to learn how to incorporate it into the classroom. It is helpful and allows diversity in the classroom so students stay alert and involved.
A lot of this section's content was a recap for me, but it's always nice to know you're on the right track industry standard-wise! I hadn't considered, however, ensuring computers' operating systems need to be accessible as well. It's certainly something I'd like to look into since my students use both their own and campus devices.
Learning Management Systems are great for online learning and it is essential that we provide access to our disabled population can be included in these great technologies.
There are multiple means to make LMS accessible for the student with a disability.
I am glad we have so much for our diabled students.
Reply to Anwar Chowdhury's post:The student can also be directed to seek out a public network that can be joined... Local library, complete work at their school or perhaps a starbucks... best to check the internet secured sites and involve the IT department for guidance.
I am a special needs teacher. So, I really found the section on inclusive materials beneficial. I appreciated the link to Setion 508 best practices and valuable resources. This is a handy reference for all teachers as we will all have many students throughout our career that need these considerations.
I have learned that there are many ways to make higher education accessible to those with disabilities.
Reply to Satwinder Bindra's post: I agree, there are many resources available to enhance student knowledge using technology. Technology provides them with unlimited resources. I have found that most Learning Platforms have resources for accomodating students with disabilities.
With technology involving so quickly, it would be essential for it to be a part of the classroom.
Our school uses the Blackboard LMS and it has a lot of built-in functions. I'm glad we have experts at our school who can provide me with the instruction needed to learn how to use the tools available so I don't have to spend time trying to figure it all out myself. The information in this module about Section 508 of the ADA is a good reminder about the importance of making all technology used in instruction accessible to all students.
How to create digital content to comply with Section 508.
Good information about students with disabilities. Alot of this information I already knew but it was a very good refresher.
There are many resources available to enhance student knowledge using technology. It is a good idea to get familiar with these products so the instructor can assist students for better outcomes. Every student should be treated equally even if they have a disabilty.
Technology is very important in teaching nursing.
Reply to Gail Lewis's post:Hi Gail, yes that can be a very challenging situation for you as a teacher. I belive every institution has a dedicated IT department with access to help desk that you can refer your student(s) to to seek technical help. However, if this issue is related to your student's internet access to his/her home, then there is nothing you can do except advise them to contact their internet provider, they may need to upgrade their speed or/and connection.
Pay special attention to disabled student is an important part of teaching and learning. We as teachers must ensure that all students including those with disabilities (physical, mental, cognitive) have equal access to learning materials and learning resources so that everyone can have equal opportunity to learn the subject matter.
