Technology allows exceptional students to be easily mainstreamed into the classroom. In this article by Rosemary Shaw (2004), she states that computers “help equalize the learning and playing field for a lot of students. Also, when working in technology, students have a better opportunity to learn at their own pace, as well as to learn in their own unique ways.” This is important because students with learning disabilities do not have to feel singled out and different. Technology has something to offer every student.
Shaw, R (2004) Mainstreaming exceptional students into technology classrooms. Reterieved March 24, 2008 from http://www.techlearning.com/story/showArticle.php?articleID=18400987
Source: Atlanta Parent Magazine
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Your comment about technology has something to offer everyone is correct. Whether an individual has a disability or not, everyone can enjoy from some type of technology tool.
I believe that this is an excellent point to be made about technology. Everyone does not learn at the same pace, so if technology can help to not single people out that are going out a slower pace, then why not use technology in the classrooms? There are so many benefits to integrating technology in the classroom. The only downfall is there are some schools who do not have the funds to afford these technological advancements in the classroom.
Just as the video on your blog states, students do not mind being corrected by a computer, and keeping a student's level of confidence up is especially important if he/she has exceptional needs that may alter how and how fast he/she learns.
I was asked by a friend to sign in to your blog and make a contribution. I am employed as an Instructional Technology Specialist in the Forsyth County School System. While the content of all your blogs are fascinating this one is personal for me.
I'm the mother of a special needs child. My son has autism and he benefits from the use of technology in his classroom. His teacher uses an electronic whiteboard every day to enhance her teaching. He is also comfortable with creating electronic presentations, photostories and podcasts.
Students today learning differently and it is critical that we recognize that a 21st century classroom is very different from one in the 20th century.
Interesting comment that students do not mind being corrected by a computer. I agree that this allows the student to maintain their self esteem while being corrected. It does not become personal but continues to be instructional.
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