Reflection on Assistive/Adaptive Technology (movie clip)

Beauty Letewasiyal
Dr. Cyrus
ED451-01
10 April 2008

Reflection on Lesson plan (Assistive/Adaptive Technology)
Technology is widely present, touching almost every part of our lives, our communities, our homes especially for disable people. Yet most schools are far behind when it comes to integrating technology into classroom learning. Many are just beginning to explore the true potential technology offers for teaching and learning. Properly used, technology will help students acquire the skills they need to survive in a complex, highly technological knowledge-based economy.
Integrating technology into classroom instruction means more than teaching basic computer skills and software programs in a separate computer class. Effective tech integration must happen across the curriculum in ways that research shows deepen and enhance the learning process. In particular, it must supporting four key components of learning: active engagement, participation in groups, frequent interaction and feedback, and connection to real-world experts.
I believe that technology-enabled project learning is the new plus ultra of classroom instruction. Teachers and educators should revise their lesson plan to meet the needs of students with disabilities. Learning through projects while equipped with technology tools allows students to be intellectually challenged while providing them with a realistic snapshot of what the modern office looks like. Through projects, students acquire refine their analysis and problem-solving skills as they work individually and in teams to find, process, and synthesize information they've found online.
Teachers and educators should start developing technology enhanced lesson plans that use instructional and assistive technology. Unfortunately, the educators have limited experience in developing lesson plans that include technology lack information on how technology is used in the lesson to maximize student performance and achievement.
Technology changes the way teachers teach, offering educators effective ways to reach different types of learners and assess student understanding through multiple means. It also enhances the relationship between teacher and student. When technology is effectively integrated into subject areas, teachers grow into roles of adviser, content expert, and coach. Technology helps make teaching and learning more meaningful and fun.

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