Naslov
Preparation of Educators To Provide Effective Computer-Based Assistive Technology Accommodations for Students with Disabilities

Autori
Lamorey, Suzanne ; Batarelo, Ivana

Vrsta, podvrsta i kategorija rada
Radovi u zbornicima skupova, cjeloviti rad (in extenso), znanstveni

Izvornik
Special Needs. [SITE 2001 Section] / Braswell, Ray - : SITE, 2001, 20-21

Skup
Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference

Mjesto i datum
Orlando (FL), Sjedinjene Američke Države, 05.03.2001. - 10.03.2001

Vrsta sudjelovanja
Ostalo

Vrsta recenzije
Međunarodna recenzija

Ključne riječi
Higher Education; Teacher Education; Technology Integration; World Wide Web; Educational Technology; Special Education

Sažetak
As students with disabilities are mainstreamed in regular education setting, teachers need to be knowledgeable about appropriate accommodations, formats, strategies, as well as accessibility issues. Often educators feel overwhelmed by the need to develop and deliver individually effective instructional materials for students with diverse abilities. This is particularly true in light of the current emphasis upon computer-based assistive-technology as well as the need to make the Internet accessible as a learning tool for students with disabilities. There are no specific training competencies for general educators relative to assistive technology or Internet accessibility for students who require accommodations. Based on the emerging literature in this area, a qualitative study was conducted to determine the experiences and needs of teachers in this domain. A series of open-ended questions were used in an interview format. A subsequent analysis of transcribed interviews yielded patterns of teacher responses that will be discussed in terms of implications for training.

Izvorni jezik
Engleski

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