FETC 2018

Chromebooks: The Essential Toolkit for Supporting Students With Learning Challenges (Room Bayhill 23 & 24)

25 Jan 18
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Tracks: Future of EdTech Special Education

In today's schools, special and general educators must stay up to speed on how to use the latest tools in Chromebooks to successfully support students with learning disabilities in inclusive settings. In this fast-paced BYOD workshop, you will learn how to use essential Chromebook features when serving students with most common learning challenges. Specifically, you'll learn about the leading apps and extensions to support students with reading and writing disabilities, as well as how to successfully make use of word prediction, graphic organizers, text-to-speech and audio books. You'll also find out about the latest Chromebook tools to intervene for students with dysgraphia in the area of math, and gain updates about the best features to improve students' notetaking and organization. Importantly, you will walk away with practical know-how to immediately use in the classroom.