Transforming Education EDU620: MEETING INDIVIDUAL STUDENT NEEDS WITH TECHNOLOGY TATEANA PEDDIE-VICKS INSTRUCTOR: ADRIANE WHEAT MARCH COMMUNITY REPRESENTATIVE

Station 1: Universal Design for Learning(UDL) Audience & Interaction:  To introduce an audience to this station by having a model comparison of a traditional classroom versus a classroom that incorporates the principles of UDL. There will be two model sized classrooms set up right next to each other. One being the traditional classroom will only include an instructor sitting at their desk in front of a black board facing row after row of student desks. The other will have an instructor working with students either at computer/lab/or module stations that boarder a horseshoe shaped desk format with the instructors desk in the middle of the classroom. The audience would be to activate a commentary on each model that gives an example in the difference between the two classrooms by pushing a button.

Principle 1 This principle asked to provide multiple means of representation. This means that the instructor introduces the concept or lesson in various forms for example video, or presentation, or even illustration. Principle 2 This principle asks the instructor to provide multiple means of action and expression for the student. The instructor can accomplish this by asking students about their prior knowledge before teaching the subject. The students can accomplish this using different mediums such as writing, illustration, or verbal communication. Principle 3 This principle asks for the instructor to provide multiple means of engagement. This can be done by asking for feedback, or providing work stations for students to research and get more involved in their own education. They activate their own learning experience and are more receptive to what is being taught if they are learning how they want to learn. Information: Differentiation: The concepts of UDL incorporate and support differentiation by meeting students at their need level. The students have multiple opportunities to learn how they want to learn depending on their own interests and skill set. Their strengths and weaknesses are taken into consideration and adaptations to the curriculum are made if needed to ensure all students have access to the same information. Puckett, K.S. (2013). Differentiated Instruction: a practical guide. Bridgepoint Education, Inc. Retrieved from

Demonstration: CAST. (2010, June 6). UDL at a glance [Video file]. Retrieved from

Station 2: Technology and UDL for ALL Learners: Mission, Belief and Goals:  Our goal and mission for our students coming up in our programs are to provide the best education using supporting material and technology to prepare our students for their best possible futures  Goals Align curriculum with technology and tools to allow students to expand their learning capacity beyond the limits of the classroom. Expand upon student interests and skills with the help of technology to involve them in their own learning. Incorporate technology in the classroom for students with special needs and diverse learners.

Course and/or Program Offerings:  Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources (Careers in the development of agricultural commodities)  Architecture and Construction (Careers in construction, engineering, and building structures)  Arts, A/V Technology & Communications (Careers in writing, publishing, and producing)  Business Management & Administration ( Careers in operating and owning a successful business)  Education and Training ( Careers in providing education and learning support services)  Energy (Careers in transmission, planning, maintaining and distribution of traditional and alternative energy)  Finance (Career development in financial literacy, banking, investing, insurance and risk management)  Information Technology (Engages students in hands-on learning to prepare for careers in graphics, multi-media, animation and web design) Retrieved from gadoe.org

Station 3: 21 st -Century Skills Acquisition and Employability Technology and 21 st - Century Skills: One of the courses that involves the use of technology for its students would be “Information Technology”. It employs skills from all four 21 st century outcomes represented in the “Partnership for 21 st century skills. Students gain hands on experience learning how to do animation, graphics and web design which are “information, media and technology skills”. Throughout this course students must learn the applications of these skills and how they apply to real world career settings therefore developing life and career skills. They will learn communication and collaboration as well as initiative and self direction into the career path of their choosing under this course. Learning these skills will make students easier to transition into job placement. Employers are looking for their employees to already have these skills which will cost them less to have them trained.

Tools Computer’ CPU’s Hard drives, Web page design and building software Tablets Modules Interaction The audience can use tablets or computers to create illustrations, build a web page from scratch, or research information. New Technology Students, and community programs would benefit from upgraded technology because it would give everyone the same opportunity to better themselves. Learning how to use it would better prepare them for an ever changing technological world. Employers are always upgrading their technology for better convenience and they are looking for employees who know how to use it. Students have to be able to keep up with the demand of employers.

Employers & Technology “Needing Horticultural Skills”“What Employers Want”

References Association for Career and Technical Education. (n.d.). What is CTE? Retrieved from CAST. (2010, June 6). UDL at a glance [Video file]. Retrieved from CAST UDL Lesson Builder. (n.d). Explore model UDL Lesson Plans. Retrieved from Edyburn, D. L. (2013). Inclusive technologies: Tools for helping diverse learners achieve academic success. San Diego, CA: Bridgepoint Education, Inc. Retrieved from Georgia Department of Education. (2015). Career Clusters/Pathways Resource Page. Retrieved from Partnership for 21st Century Skills. (n.d.) Framework for 21st century learning. Retrieved from