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Developed by: Marfilius, S & Zabala, J.S. (2009)
Ten Inviting Tips for Trainers!: Getting Teachers, Therapists,and Caregivers Started with Technology 
"Ten Inviting Tips for Trainers!: Getting Teachers, Therapists,and Caregivers Started with Technology"
Scott Marfilius
1) Make Connections!
Technology, when paired with effective teaching strategies:
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leads to improved learning outcomes
 
for many students.
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supports different learning preferences, speeds, and styles
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helps teachers do what they are required to do more quicklyand easily…
after the learning curve! 
 
2) Address their agenda beforeyours… integrate yours intotheirs!
Make sure they know what’s in it for them!
3) Integrate technology traininginto existing initiatives…local, state, national
RTI, Accessible Instructional Materials, Participation inLarge-scale assessment, Literacy, etc.Universal Design for Learning
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Multiple representations of material
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Multiple means of engagement
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Multiple means of responsePrograms that are universally designed do not = UDLUniversal Design for Learning
 
Is not always computer-based
 Intersect between AT and UDL
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Assistive Technology looks at the specific barriers a studentmay face in whatever environment they find themselves
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Universal Design looks to make the learning environment asflexible and accommodating as possible
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Both approaches strive to insure the access, participation &progress of students with disabilities.
4) Start Small and Build onSuccess
Don’t try to do it all at one time
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Match training content and strategies to what the learner canhandle.
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Develop environment in which participants feel capable & able
and with that in mind…
 
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During training, the trainer should NOT manipulate theparticipant’s mouse!
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Teachers are in charge! They lead the technology… it needs tolearn to mind them!
5) Provide access to thetechnology tools used intraining
Consider this in planning
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How can they practice?
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Check out?
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Take?
6) Provide access to “Just inTime” support before it isneeded
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Onsite Teachers?
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Students?
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Local contact person?
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Electronic “Just in Time” help?
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