Special Populations in Adult Learning DIGITAL DEVICES Special Populations in Adult Learning Amanda Paul & Maria Macri March 7th, 2011
INTRODUCTION / AGENDA Digital Devices and Special Needs Adults Digital Devices and Marginalized Populations Examples of Digital Devices Concluding Statements Consolidation Questions maria
Digital Devices and Special Needs Adults David’s Story David is 22 years old He is Autistic (PDD) He loves technology because it makes him “less different” Digital devices for David mean freedom, privillege, development and safety while experiencing life. amanda
Digital Devices & Newcomer Adults Adult learners in the Community Setting Case: Background of the community agency The socio-cultural context of the use of digital devices Access Cultural Preservation maria
Digital Devices & Newcomer Adults How digital devices can enhance newcomer learning experiences Newcomer group support services & education (DS, Wii, ELL) The Arts http://interactive.nfb.ca/#/outmywindow http://storycenter.org/index1.html maria
Examples of Digital Devices IPod Touch/IPad (Proloquo2go) MP3/4s and Podcasting The Reading Pen Spelling Ace GPS Technology Wii/Wii Fit/Digital Games Cell Phones (Ad Hoc Application)
CONCLUSION Using Digital Devices with Special Populations … The Benefits The Potential The Challenges
Consolidation Questions Based on what you have learned give an example of how you can utilize digital devices when working with adult learners? What barriers do you anticipate that you will face, and how do you plan on overcoming these barriers to implementation?
Thank You! Any Questions?