Empower Your Students: Integrate Assistive Technology
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Good morning! I survived our school play weekend and am finally in countdown mode! 7 1/2 more school days until summer break! I feel like most of the country is already done, so when I see teachers on Instagram celebrating their break, I remember that I'll be off until Sept. Today's blog post is about assistive technology, what it is, how to use it, and some ideas for your classroom Check it out! Using Assistive Technology to Support Your Students You'll be happy to know that I finished Here One Moment in time for Wednesday's book club meeting. I liked it, although it wasn't super popular among the ladies. They said it was a bit morbid, but they loved The Measure which I think was comparable. The next book on my to read list is James. Have you read it? I have only heard great things. Enjoy your week! XOXO, Katie |
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