MTT038| Assistive Technology Part 3, Dive Into UDL - Luis Perez & Kendra Grant
10/11/19 • 42 min
MTT038| Assistive Technology Part 3, Dive Into UDL - Luis Perez & Kendra Grant
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Luis Perez joins us again with co-author, Kendra Grant, of the book “Dive Into UDL”. Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is a framework for designing instruction that meets the needs of every learner. They discuss an overview of UDL, showing how to offer flexibility in methods of presentation, student participation and expression to support high achievement for all students, including those with disabilities or limited English proficiency.
“Dive into UDL” shows K-12 educators how to incorporate UDL in their instructional design and engage in continuous professional growth. The book also appeals to those in coaching positions and to administrators seeking to support their staff. The book offers three modes of entry to allow educators to “start where they are” in their understanding of UDL and how it applies to their areas of instruction; shows educators how to enhance and transform their instructional practices by applying a UDL lens to analyze and redesign lessons; illustrates how to design accessible materials and use technology to provide more options for learners; and highlights how UDL is foundational to inquiry-based, project-based and constructivist hands-on learning.
Luis Perez
Luis Pérez is a technical assistance specialist for the National Center on Accessible Educational Materials. In this role, he promotes the creation, delivery and use of high quality accessible educational materials and technologies to support equitable learning opportunities for all students. He holds a doctorate in special education and a master’s degree in instructional technology from the University of South Florida. He was selected as an Apple Distinguished Educator (ADE) in 2009, and as a Google in Education Certified Educator in 2014, and he is the current President of the Inclusive Learning Network of the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE), which named him its 2016 Outstanding Inclusive Educator. Luis has published three books on accessibility, mobile learning and UDL: Mobile Learning for All (Corwin Press), Dive into UDL (ISTE) and Learning on the Go (CAST Publishing). His work has also appeared in publications such Teaching Exceptional Children, Closing the Gap Solutions, THE Journal, and The Loop Magazine. In addition to his work in educational technology, Luis is an avid photographer whose work has been featured on Better Photography magazine, Business Insider, the New York Times Bits Blog and the Sydney Morning Herald.
Contact: Luis Perez
Twitter: @eyeonaxs
Instagram: Luis Perez Instagram
Email: [email protected]
Kendra Grant
Kendra Grant has held many roles in education, including teacher, district special education coordinator and assistive technology (AT) specialist in a large school district. She currently works with Quillsoft as director of professional development and learning, and was formerly co-founder and chief education officer for a professional learning company delivering large-scale technology implementation across North America. Grant holds a master’s of educational technology from the University of British Columbia with a focus on professional learning, eLearning (K-20) and the application of UDL to both. She is a past president of ISTE’s Inclusive Learning Network.
Contact: Kendra Grant
Twitter: @KendraFGrant
Items mentioned in Episode 38:
Three principles of UDL
Multiple Means of Engagement
Multiple Means of Representation
Multiple Means of Action and Expression
National Center on Accessible Educational Materials
Twitter: AEM_Center
MTT038| Assistive Technology Part 3, Dive Into UDL - Luis Perez & Kendra Grant
Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, we will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase.
Luis Perez joins us again with co-author, Kendra Grant, of the book “Dive Into UDL”. Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is a framework for designing instruction that meets the needs of every learner. They discuss an overview of UDL, showing how to offer flexibility in methods of presentation, student participation and expression to support high achievement for all students, including those with disabilities or limited English proficiency.
“Dive into UDL” shows K-12 educators how to incorporate UDL in their instructional design and engage in continuous professional growth. The book also appeals to those in coaching positions and to administrators seeking to support their staff. The book offers three modes of entry to allow educators to “start where they are” in their understanding of UDL and how it applies to their areas of instruction; shows educators how to enhance and transform their instructional practices by applying a UDL lens to analyze and redesign lessons; illustrates how to design accessible materials and use technology to provide more options for learners; and highlights how UDL is foundational to inquiry-based, project-based and constructivist hands-on learning.
Luis Perez
Luis Pérez is a technical assistance specialist for the National Center on Accessible Educational Materials. In this role, he promotes the creation, delivery and use of high quality accessible educational materials and technologies to support equitable learning opportunities for all students. He holds a doctorate in special education and a master’s degree in instructional technology from the University of South Florida. He was selected as an Apple Distinguished Educator (ADE) in 2009, and as a Google in Education Certified Educator in 2014, and he is the current President of the Inclusive Learning Network of the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE), which named him its 2016 Outstanding Inclusive Educator. Luis has published three books on accessibility, mobile learning and UDL: Mobile Learning for All (Corwin Press), Dive into UDL (ISTE) and Learning on the Go (CAST Publishing). His work has also appeared in publications such Teaching Exceptional Children, Closing the Gap Solutions, THE Journal, and The Loop Magazine. In addition to his work in educational technology, Luis is an avid photographer whose work has been featured on Better Photography magazine, Business Insider, the New York Times Bits Blog and the Sydney Morning Herald.
Contact: Luis Perez
Twitter: @eyeonaxs
Instagram: Luis Perez Instagram
Email: [email protected]
Kendra Grant
Kendra Grant has held many roles in education, including teacher, district special education coordinator and assistive technology (AT) specialist in a large school district. She currently works with Quillsoft as director of professional development and learning, and was formerly co-founder and chief education officer for a professional learning company delivering large-scale technology implementation across North America. Grant holds a master’s of educational technology from the University of British Columbia with a focus on professional learning, eLearning (K-20) and the application of UDL to both. She is a past president of ISTE’s Inclusive Learning Network.
Contact: Kendra Grant
Twitter: @KendraFGrant
Items mentioned in Episode 38:
Three principles of UDL
Multiple Means of Engagement
Multiple Means of Representation
Multiple Means of Action and Expression
National Center on Accessible Educational Materials
Twitter: AEM_Center
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MTT037| Thrively, Strength Based Education - Judy Blakeney and Tricia Gee
MTT037| Thrively, Strength Based Education - Judy Blakeney and Tricia Gee
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Tired of only looking at what your students are doing wrong? Interested in building up your student’s self-esteem? Join us as we look at Thrively, where they look at student’s strengths instead of their weaknesses.
Judy Blakeney is an English and Career Technical Education teacher at Aliso Viejo Middle School (Capistrano Unified School District). She also serves as the #CUEchat coordinator, organizing CUE’s weekly Twitter chat that supports CUE’s Leadership, Rockstar, Affiliates, Learning Networks, and Authors connection with CUE members. As a Google Innovator and Trainer, she enjoys exploring ways to support innovative, interactive, and learner-centered professional learning. Her Google Innovator project, StrengthBasedEDU provides professional learning for teachers focusing on their own and students’ strengths, using technology tools like Thrively, Flipgrid, and Google Sites for student digital portfolios. She actively participates in two California Teachers Association-affiliated organizations, the Instructional Leadership Corps (ILC) and Institute for Teaching (IFT), expanding her strength-based educational work. In the 2018-2019 school year, she was awarded a $5,000 grant from the IFT titled, “Prepare for the Future: Coding and Career Focused Education,” to support her strength-based work in her middle school CTE classroom. Additionally, she is pursuing an Ed.D. in Educational Technology at Boise State University, currently working on her dissertation focused on the use of Twitter for educator professional learning.
Contact: Judy Blakeney
Twitter: @judyblakeney
Instagram: judyblakeney1
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/judy.blakeney
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/judy-blakeney/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgd0J-6DLwW0ULbZ8_f52-A?view_as=subscriber
Website: StrengthbasedEDU.com
Over the last 15+ years, Tricia has taught English language arts, History-Social Science 8, and Pre-AP Language and Composition to 7th and 8th graders, and in addition to teaching, she is entering her 2nd year as a part-time TOSA. After a full day of work, Tricia is actively involved with her association as Vice-President, and she is part of CTA’s Instructional Leadership Corps (ILC), Institute for Teaching (IFT) and IFT’s Research and Design Think Tank. Through these three organizations, she has had an opportunity to work on building a #StrengthBasedEDU culture around Strength-Based, Teacher Driven Change.
Contact: Trisha Gee
Twitter: @drtriciagee
Items mentioned in Episode 37:
National Education Association (NEA)
Your Child’s Strengths by Jennifer Fox
Essential Assessment By Cassie Erkins
Collaborative Common Assessments By Cassie Erkins
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MTT039| Empatico, Connecting Classrooms Around The World - Wendy Turner
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Empatico gives teachers and students the tools they need to explore the world through experiences that spark curiosity, kindness, and empathy. Empatico combines live video with activities designed to foster meaningful connections.
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Contact: Wendy Turner
Twitter: @mswendymturner
Wendy Turner’s Delaware Teacher of the Year 2017 Facebook Page
Items mentioned in Episode 39:
Daniel Lubetsky NEA Foundation talk
Fostering Resilient Learners by Kristin Souers and Pete Hall
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