1. TitleTown Community Event Chelsea Lewis-District Educator Tamara Carter (Edu620) 12/13/2015

2.  To raise awareness of and interest in technology integration in the learning environment  Technology integration helps students apply computer and technology skills  Helps students learn to apply both computer and technology skills Why are we here

3.  Learning is not the same for every student. Many students need computers, smart boards and IPads  All people learn differently (never assume). There are kinesthetic, auditory and visual learners.  There are different networks for learning:  Recognition- helps learners recognize what they see (visual images)  Strategic- - provides learners with a plan of action  Affective- makes learning more engaged Universal Design to Learning Audience

4. 3 MAJOR PRINCIPLES  Multiples means of representation  Multiple means of action and expression  Multiple means of engagement Essentials of UDL

5.  Computer and Smart Board  Students with Disabilities  Such as executive functioning  The UDL framework typically involves efforts to expand executive capacity in two ways: 1) by scaffolding lower level skills so that they require less executive processing; and 2) by scaffolding higher level executive skills and strategies so that they are more effective and developed. (Hiramoto 2015)  8 key executive functions (Understood.org) UDL “Demonstration”

6. Promotes a culture of high expectations for all students is a fundamental goal of the Common Core State Standards  Physical Disabilities-Hearing Impaired Students Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (section 504)  ELL Students(English Language Learners)- are students who are unable to communicate fluently or learn effectively in English  (KEEP IN MIND) Multiple means of action and expression UDL “Differentiation”

7. UDL “Interaction” 1.Creates/Promotes Collaboration 2.Creates/ and Promotes Individualism 3.Questions/Concerns will be answered 4.UDL is implemented

8.  The Mission Statement for the Titletown School District is to promise quality teaching and learning that results in superior performance for all individuals  We believe that a safe, positive, and supportive atmosphere inside and outside the classroom is invaluable  We believe that instruction should meet the needs of all students, regardless of their level of learning or the way in which they learn.  We believe that technology positively impacts student achievement as it changes the teaching and learning environment. Mission Statement/Belief Statements

9. Elementary School: English Science Mathematics Middle School: Computer Class Home Economics Art High School: Welding Dance Class Theater Programs Offered

10. 21 st Century Technology/Employability  Global Awareness  21 st Century Skills  Life and Career Skills  Information Media and Technological Skills  ICTC Skills  Using Digital Technologies  Understanding Ethical and Legal Issues  Using Technology as Research  Tools: Computers/Ipads/Iphones  Students can learn about websites that cater to their local community (volunteering)  Students can also set up professional sites/create resume (Linkend)  Safety Precautions to take when utilizing social media sites  Increased Professional Development  Prepares for transition  Diversity Increased

11.  Common Core Standards  Edyburn, D. L. (2013). Inclusive technologies: Tools for helping diverse learners achieve academic success. San Diego, CA: Bridgepoint Education, Inc.Inclusive technologies: Tools for helping diverse learners achieve academic success  Merickel, M. (1998). Reflective Practice: The reflective practitioner. Retrieved from http://oregonstate.edu/instruct/pte/module2/rp.htm  http://www.p21.org/about-us/p21-framework http://www.p21.org/about-us/p21-framework  http://www.nea.org/home/32346.htm  UDL Website References