| New Technologies to Support Students with Reading Challenges: Using Audio Supported Reading and Web-based Resources to Improve Curriculum Access and Student Outcomes |
Learn about the tools, strategies and resources that support independent reading by students with a variety of reading challenges, including general learning disabilities, dyslexia and visual impairments. Presenters will speak from both personal and professional experiences.
This workshop is appropriate for special education professionals, college disability services, reading and technology specialists, and related service providers.
When:
Wednesday, May 14, 2014, 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Where:
Chicopee Public Library
449 Front Street
Chicopee, MA
Presenters:
- Richard M Jackson, Ed.D., Associate Professor, Lynch School of Education, Boston College, Senior Research Scientist, Center for Applied Special Technologies (CAST)
- Eileen Curran, M.Ed., Teacher of Students with Visual Impairments and AT Consultant
- Richard P Ely, Ed.D., Teacher of Students with Visual Impairments and AT Consultant
Registration and Fee:
Registration fee of $75 includes morning coffee and lunch. Certificates of Attendance for 6.0 hours of instruction will be provided.
Please visit the Carroll Center website for more information and to download the registration form.
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