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This works well with Moodle, as students can upload their digital files as components of their assessment (El Tantawi, Abdelsalam, Mourady, & Elrifae, 2015). Other software I incorporate into my classes for teachers includes use of Adobe Photoshop, Captivate, H5P, and the range of Moodle activities and resources types; in particular, quizzes, lessons and assignments (Harris, 2018, November; Nash & Moore, 2014; Seif, Brown, & Annan-Coultas, 2013). Software for learners with special needs includes text-to-speech and speech-to-text apps such as Natural Reader and the native accessibility apps within Google and Microsoft products (Starkey, 2014, December 19). Browser extensions that allow for user adjustment to colour contrast and font size and colour, magnifiers, and trackers such as Autism Tracker benefit those with conditions such as dyslexia or those on the autism spectrum (Jones, Williams, & Rudinger, 2018). Hardware which can assist learners includes large font keyboards, and ergonomic mice. Ensuring the LMS course is completely navigable by using the keyboard assists those who are unable to use a mouse. Lastly, there are live-scribe pens available to assist with writing notes, and touch-free keyboards and mice, using webcam control for those with limited use of their hands (Jones et al., 2018). References
Da Luz Dias, R., Moraes, M. C., & Leite, L. L. (2014). Video Production and Video Tutorials in Professional Health Education: A Mobile Learning Experience. International Journal of Healthcare Information Systems and Informatics (IJHISI), 9(3), 72-80. doi:10.4018/ijhisi.2014070105 El Tantawi, M. M. A., Abdelsalam, M. M., Mourady, A. M., & Elrifae, I. M. B. (2015). e-Assessment in a Limited-Resources Dental School Using an Open-Source Learning Management System. Journal of Dental Education, 79(5), 571-583. Harris, L. (2018, November). How to Use H5P Widgets for Literacy Instruction. Computers in Libraries, 38(9), 16+. Retrieved from http://link.galegroup.com.ezproxy.csu.edu.au/apps/doc/A562236892/EAIM?u=csu_au&sid=EAIM&xid=ef9f69f0 Jones, B., Williams, N., & Rudinger, B. (2018). Designing and Implementing an Assistive Technology Lab for Postsecondary Education. Education Sciences, 8(1). doi:10.3390/educsci8010011 Nash, S., & Moore, M. (2014). Moodle course design best practices : learn the best practices to design and develop interactive and highly effective Moodle courses. Birmingham, England: Packt Publishing. Seif, G. A., PT, DPT,O.C.S., F.A.A.O.M.P.T., Brown, D., PT,D.P.T., M.T.C., & Annan-Coultas, D. (2013). Fostering clinical-reasoning skills in physical therapist students through an interactive learning module designed in the moodle learning management system. Journal of Physical Therapy Education, 27(3), 32-40. doi:http://dx.doi.org.ezproxy.csu.edu.au/10.1097/00001416-201307000-00006 Starkey, T. (2014, December 19). World of ed tech: assistive technology for special education students. The Times, p. 40. Retrieved from https://search-proquest-com.ezproxy.csu.edu.au/printviewfile?accountid=10344
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Bradley Bowman
21/12/2018 05:25:31 pm
Karen, I was very interested to read about the hardware and software for students with special needs. I teach in a small school and none of the teachers are trained to work with students with special needs and there are a few students in the school who have special needs requirements. I am always on the lookout for technology both hardware and software that could assist these students.
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Brad, thanks for your comments. Unfortunately, I have had little to no exposure to any of these technologies; it is all from what I have read. I did find this website regarding Autism Tracker: https://tracknshareapp.com/autism-tracker-app/
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