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Pre-Conference Information (May 13, 2010)
Session Title: Providing Meaningful Curricular Experiences through Assistive Technologies for Students with Significant Disabilities
Participants will be presented with a systematic way to address integrating assistive technology into the classroom. Teachers and related services struggle with how to make this placement academically appropriate for their students so that time is spent meaningfully. The focus will be on adaptations and accommodations to reading and writing and Communication & Behaviour Supports provided by a variety of assistive technologies. Participants will receive an extensive resource list and an “Assistive Technology Across the Curriculum: planning matrix.
Steve Kukic - Half Day (9 - 12)
Session Title: RTI Leadership That Works: Relentlessly Doing Whatever It Takes to Improve Achievement
RtI starts with effective leadership. How administrators reach decisions, solve problems, and think creatively determines to a great degree whether or not they are effective leaders. Learn the underlying principles and components of an RtI model initiated at the school and agency level, and improve your understanding of critical leadership challenges. All it takes is implementing the 4 roles of leadership and confronting the six secrets of change with unflagging integrity and enthusiasm…that’s all!
Steve Kukic and David Bradburn - Half Day (1 - 4)
Session Title: Using RtI to Synergize Technology and Print Interventions: THE Key for Widespread Student Success
We have the technology and print based interventions to have success with all students. A major dilemma is to determine how to organize these invaluable resources into a proactive strategy that results in improved outcomes. Join us for a discussion of proven and practical strategies for leveraging all our resources within an RTI strategy so that they benefit all students and those who serve them.
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