Hello All!
Here is the link to my powerpoint on Deaf-Blindness. I hope you were all enlightened by my presentation....even though you all saw the same thing the week before. =) Anyway, the link to the video that I showed you is on the powerpoint (on the video slide). Enjoy! =)
http://www.slideshare.net/lealani/deaf-blind-presentation-786232
Tuesday, December 2, 2008
Sunday, November 23, 2008
Lois' PECS Device Presentation
Lois’ AAT (PECS) Device Presentation
Lois’ HafaBlog URL: http://ltgumaaat69.blogspot.com/
ED443G Class Blog URL: http://assist-tech.blogspot.com/
The Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS), is an Augmentative/Alternative Communication (AAC) device. It was first developed in 1985 for autistic children or adults by Andy Bondy, Ph.D. and Lori Frost, CCC/SLP. It was first used at the Delaware Autistic Program. The PECS teaches children and adults with autism and also those with communication disorder to initiate communication so that they will have the skills to communicate their wants and needs. Children and adults with communication disorder who use the PECS build independent communication skills. Don’t think that there is no need for training for the trainer just because pictures are used and it is a low technology device. There is a manual and the training program prepares you to work with a learner through six phases. For more information, visit “Pyramid Educational System” @ www.pecs.com/.
QUESTIONS:
1. What are some advantages of using the PECS?
2. What are some disadvantages of suing the PECS?
Lois’ HafaBlog URL: http://ltgumaaat69.blogspot.com/
ED443G Class Blog URL: http://assist-tech.blogspot.com/
The Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS), is an Augmentative/Alternative Communication (AAC) device. It was first developed in 1985 for autistic children or adults by Andy Bondy, Ph.D. and Lori Frost, CCC/SLP. It was first used at the Delaware Autistic Program. The PECS teaches children and adults with autism and also those with communication disorder to initiate communication so that they will have the skills to communicate their wants and needs. Children and adults with communication disorder who use the PECS build independent communication skills. Don’t think that there is no need for training for the trainer just because pictures are used and it is a low technology device. There is a manual and the training program prepares you to work with a learner through six phases. For more information, visit “Pyramid Educational System” @ www.pecs.com/.
QUESTIONS:
1. What are some advantages of using the PECS?
2. What are some disadvantages of suing the PECS?
Thursday, November 20, 2008
Joe Anyone
With Joe's disability of severe CP, I feel that just by reading this, he gets frustrated when he is misunderstood. Although he uses glasses with straps, he manages to pull it off. Maybe we as a class will be able to figure out what AT Device he could utilitze so that he doesn't feel as misunderstood as he does.
Helene Cruz
Helene Cruz
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
google apps
Hafa Adai Everyone!
The Google Apps is a valuable tool to share and collaborate with other university students from around the world. You are able to connect on educational ideas, resources, activities and events that students are involved in. Thanks Dr. Cyrus!
David Gofigan ED446G
Note: The technology and I are getting to know each other. I am learning and practicing!
Maulek!
The Google Apps is a valuable tool to share and collaborate with other university students from around the world. You are able to connect on educational ideas, resources, activities and events that students are involved in. Thanks Dr. Cyrus!
David Gofigan ED446G
Note: The technology and I are getting to know each other. I am learning and practicing!
Maulek!
Tuesday, November 18, 2008
The Sock Aid
Hafa Adai Everyone!
The sock aid is a low tech device used as a dressing aid. It is made of durable plastic that conforms with the foot and shin structure. It has two nylon ropes that are fitted with soft padding for handles and a padding in the front to secure the sock. It is a five step process:
l. Secure the sock aid on your lap.(Bottom part facing up)
2. Carefully pull the sock over bottom part of the sock aid. (full length of the sock)
3. Gently grasp the two nylon ropes and place the sock aid in front of the right/left foot.
4. Slowly put your foot into the opening of the sock aid.
5. Pull the sock aid handles simultaneously to secure the sock on your foot.
*Follow the same procedure for the other foot. Good Job!
Question: Can you think of other dress aids that may assist in basic dressing?
You may view the slide on: http://www.slideshare.net/davidtgofigan/aat-demonstration-2-presentation
David Gofigan
The sock aid is a low tech device used as a dressing aid. It is made of durable plastic that conforms with the foot and shin structure. It has two nylon ropes that are fitted with soft padding for handles and a padding in the front to secure the sock. It is a five step process:
l. Secure the sock aid on your lap.(Bottom part facing up)
2. Carefully pull the sock over bottom part of the sock aid. (full length of the sock)
3. Gently grasp the two nylon ropes and place the sock aid in front of the right/left foot.
4. Slowly put your foot into the opening of the sock aid.
5. Pull the sock aid handles simultaneously to secure the sock on your foot.
*Follow the same procedure for the other foot. Good Job!
Question: Can you think of other dress aids that may assist in basic dressing?
You may view the slide on: http://www.slideshare.net/davidtgofigan/aat-demonstration-2-presentation
David Gofigan
Thursday, November 13, 2008
Tokbox Live Video Calling
Hello, Everyone!
Have you tried the Tokbox video calling that Dr. Cyrus shared with us? It was great! Dr. Cyrus was so clear and as if she was talking to us in person. I was excited to try it. I signed up for it, but unfortunately I was not able to reply with Dr. Cyrus because I didn't have a webcam. However, I tried video calling my sister and it worked. I will surely utilize this website to communicate with my friends and family abroad and also to my students' parents who have access with computers. Please try it and you will love it!
Have you tried the Tokbox video calling that Dr. Cyrus shared with us? It was great! Dr. Cyrus was so clear and as if she was talking to us in person. I was excited to try it. I signed up for it, but unfortunately I was not able to reply with Dr. Cyrus because I didn't have a webcam. However, I tried video calling my sister and it worked. I will surely utilize this website to communicate with my friends and family abroad and also to my students' parents who have access with computers. Please try it and you will love it!
Wednesday, November 12, 2008
Lolita Siguenza-Low Tech Device
Tic Tac Toe Wooden Board Game
Manufactured by Worldwide
1. Divide a class into (x’s) and (o’s), and come up with a question for each nine spots on the board. In order to move, the team has to get the correct answer first.
2. You can use the board to review vocabulary words and concepts and can be easily adaptable into any subject area.
3. When students are finished with their independent seat work, give them the game as a reinforcer.
4. When student gives a correct response in Direct Instruction Program (Reading Mastery, Language for Learning and Distar Math), they will gain one chip and then at the end they can play with the game.
5. Teaches them to take turns and to share – Helps develop their social skills.
6. Improves their Math Skills such as Patterning.
7. Helps to develop fine motor skills.
You can purchase similar wooden game at
http://www.heritagetoys.com/Tic-Tac-Toe-Wooden-Board-Game-Small-pr-17258.html Price: $9.95
What other ways can you use a low tech device such as the Tic Tac Toe for children with special needs?
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