Federal Definition: “…any item, piece of equipment or product system, whether acquired commercially off the shelf, modified, or customized, that is used to ___________________________________________ functional capabilities of ______________________________________________.” [20 U.S.C. Chapter 33, Section 1401 (250)]
In other words, a broad term referring to any kind of technology that helps people with disabilities _______________________________________________
Information Technology (IT)
Refers to anything related to computing technology, such as networking, hardware, _________________, the Internet, or the people who work with these technologies.
Let’s take a look at IT and AT merged…examples of tools that could be both instructional and assistive technology: _____________________________________
Postsecondary Technology Tools for Learning
Why is it important?
AT (assistive technology) helps students with learning differences be more ___________________ in college.
Students report that AT resources help them learn more effectively and __________________, making learning less ________________
Students who use AT in high school are ____________________ to use AT in college.
Let’s Explore: Types of Assistive Technology
Speech-to-___________ Software
Install on your computer
You ________, it __________
Example: Dragon Naturally Speaking
Smart Pens
Ballpoint pen with embedded digital _________ recorder
Synchronizes written notes on special paper with audio recording
Example: Livescribe
Text-to-_____________ Software
Install on your computer and control via floating taskbar
____________________________________
Many other features such as dictionary, phonetic spell checker, screen masking, and converting to mp3 files
Example: textHELP Read & Write Gold
Classmate
Portable audio book player
Reads aloud while _____________________________________________
Includes integrated dictionary, voice or text notes, highlighting, and bookmarking passages
Laptop Computers
Netbook
Smaller and lighter than a traditional laptop to increase ______________
Less power and fewer features than traditional laptop, with focus on basic functions
Tablet PC
Display panel swivels and folds down to allow _________________________
Stylus input allows for handwriting on screen instead of typing
Numerous ____________ for different types of supports as needed
Research
Select one of the following AT items to explore on your own and share with class in the next session
iPod
iPad
Audio recorder
Smart pen
Netbook
Smartphone
Speech-to-text software
Inspiration graphic organizer software
Other
Online Learning
Learning Online
Postsecondary settings have two aspects of online learning:
Online learning __________________
Online course ___________________
Online Learning Platforms
Set of online tools that work together so that there is one place for access to:
Email
Message boards
_____________________________
Text and __________ conferencing
Shared diaries
Online social areas
Assessment, _____________ management, and tracking tools
Commonly Used Learning Platforms
______________________: widely used education system that includes course management, content authoring, collaborative discussions, virtual classrooms, as well as testing and grading
Skills are more than just how to use it; need to be truly savvy about technology
Why do you use technology? __________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________
Technology’s benefits usually _______________________ its risks
However, serious problems can arise if you’re not _____________________________ when using technology
Types of Technology-Related Risks
Security Issues
_____________ Issues
_____________ Issues
Data Integrity Issues
If You Post It, They Will Find It
Anyone can find a lot of information about you online.
All it takes to find many details about you is…
The motivation and persistence to look for them
A small amount of prior knowledge about you
If you are ___________________ about online safety and security, they may also be able to access more ______________________________ information about you.
What Can I Find Out About YOU?
Where you go to school
Who your friends are
Your favorite sports teams
What kind of car you drive
Where to find you on Tuesday evenings
Your sexual orientation
What you did last Saturday night
_________________ activities you’ve participated in
Other: Can you think of additional online resources where you may inadvertently be sharing more than you realize? ______________________________________________
Potential Consequences of Irresponsible Technology Use
Disciplinary action from ___________________________________________
Losing a _________________________ or athletic eligibility
Stalking
Use of posted information as incriminating evidence in legal matters
__________________________________
Being passed over for new ______________ or internship
Disciplinary action from an employer, including ____________________________
How can you deal with the risks inherent in using technology?
You can’t ______________ the risks, but you also can’t ______________ technology entirely.
The solution is to become “_________________” and technologically-______________
Don’t forget about external devices like _______________________
Connect with Caution
Access Wi-F- hotspots wisely
Pay attention to the networks you connect to
Set ___________________ privacy controls for ____________________ networks
Don’t conduct sensitive business on public Wi-Fi
Make sure you’re using secure sites for all _____________________________
Protect your accounts with strong passwords and additional identity-verification measures
Create Strong Passwords
Minimum length of _________ characters
Include at least _____ different types of characters:
Uppercase letters (A B C) Lowercase letters (a b c)
Numbers (1 2 3) Symbols (@ & % ? * / + ~)
NO ___________________ information
e.g., pet’s name, significant dates, favorite teams, etc.
NO dictionary words or ____________
NO reverse-spelled words or common ______________________
e.g., regrubeseehc, LuvDaPir@tez1, 3L!z@b3t4
Don’t Even Think About Using These Passwords…
These are the 25 “Worst Passwords of 2012” as compiled by SplashData, a company that makes password management software
password monkey iloveyou 123123 jesus
123456 letmein trustno1 welcome michael
12345678 dragon 1234567 shadow ninja
abc123 111111 sunshine ashley mustang
qwerty baseball master football password1