Blog Assignment 13

We've discussed the use of PBL and technology in typical education classroom settings, but what about special education classrooms? Some disabilities effect motor skills, making class discussions and/or group projects difficult. For this reason, technology is a major asset in special education classrooms.
Special Education teacher, Lace Cook, says her vision for her classroom is, "To teach them more about new technology that's coming out so that they can transfer those skills into their work experiences in the future, and continue using it." Imagine you are a teacher for children with special needs beginning to use technology for your class. What is your vision for your classroom,and how will you use technology, or PBL, to accommodate your students' needs and goals?
Here are the sources for you to use when answering these questions:
Technology in Special Education:Lace Cook
Integrating Technology in a Special Needs Classroom
Project Based Learning for Special Education and Inclusion
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Over the semester I have studied and learned many things about PBL and technology in the classroom. Although some students lack motor skills, they are still capable of actively participating in their education, thanks in major part to technology. The video,Technology in Special Education:Lace Cook, shows students communicating through their technology, and enhancing their education. For example, one student couldn't write easily so he fell behind. By using his computer and typing his work instead, he doubled his speed. My vision for my classroom is to give my students a voice not only in the classroom, but around the world.
Assistive technology will provide this voice while motivating the students to learn, according to Integrating Technology in a Special Needs Classroom. I agree! Allowing the students to use technology gives them opportunity to explore, and exceed our expectations. Just as the students in the video did. Their voices can be heard around the world through a class website that would be set up showcasing their work and accomplishments thus far.