Oklahoma ABLE Tech June 2019 Edition

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June 2019


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Registration Open for 2019-2020 AT Training Workshops

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Register now to participate in the FREE Oklahoma ABLE Tech AT Assessment Workshop Series for the 2019-2020 school-year. The 3-part series will be offered in Enid during the fall school semester and repeated in Shawnee in the spring.

AT Support Team Workshop webpage


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AT Online Curriculum

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Educators can learn about AT processes at their own pace and receive credit through Oklahoma EDPlan. The process takes two steps: first, complete the ABLE Tech Online Curriculum Courses, and then upload your completion certificates into the ABLE Tech AT Training Modules in the Pepper Network to get your continuing education credits in EDPlan. 

ABLE Tech AT Online Curriculum


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AT for Computer Access

Many students with disabilities are unable to interact with computers in the same way as their typically-developing peers. Specialized software and devices such as modified keyboards and switches provide alternatives for entering and receiving information.

Visit AT Discovery for Computer Access to learn more.

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Learning Ally Enhances Services

Learning Ally recently added note-sharing and dictionary features to its mobile app which students can use to access the library of more than 80,000 audiobooks. Learning Ally provides lesson plans to teach students the skills and strategies necessary for learning auditory and the Educator Dashboard allows teachers to monitor student progress. 

Visit Learning Ally to learn more. 

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Career-Centered Active Listening Game

The Center on Technology and Disability (CTD) has introduced a new job skills training tool to help provide job-coaching tips and advice. The Career-Centered Active Listening Game, or C-Cal, includes a series of modules designed to strengthen auditory processing skills and prepare students for the workforce. Scenarios include the interview process, getting started on the job, workplace experiences, and standing up for yourself.

Try the Career-Centered Active Listening Game. 

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Linda Jaco, Oklahoma ABLE Tech Director Kimberly Berry, Assistive Technology Teacher

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Oklahoma ABLE Tech

Oklahoma State University

1514 W. Hall of Fame

Stillwater, OK 74078

Phone: 800.257.1705

Email: abletech@okstate.edu