So, as we anxiously await our patent pending royalties... we decided to show you our two low-tech AT inventions. Personality, enviornment, task were all considered when developing these tasks for our Grade 1 student with gross and fine motorskill disabilities. Communicating and involving sndary users on the purpose and proper use of these inventions are critical to success. Involvement is key!
1. Bamboo Placemat- Adapative Keyboard:
- bamboo is soft and smooth
- placemat can be used as a weighted (heavier) lapmat for spacial orientation and direction
- literacy skills (letters & numbers)-easily integrated in IPP
- adapted keyboard (qwerty) for future technology
- possibility for integration within Dragon Speak software
- rubber placemat provides stability for measurement activities (fine motor skills)
- unmoveable ruler provides accessibility to assist with measurment of objects
- pencils - formed model clay (with top direction - "T") provides easier placement of fingers for improved dexterity
Today, I also had the the privledge of viewing the classes innovative and effective low-tech inventions. This was a great learning experience for me; although many of the assistive resources shown were referrenced in a primary/middle academic classroom, I could attempt to transfer this knowledge into an applicable setting for college/mature students.
Shelly,
ReplyDeleteYou and Janice had so many great ideas that you shared in your presentation! Creativity is so evident there and in this blog. As a visual learner, I like the use of these complimentary colours.
I also enjoy your different point of view coming from the post-secondary setting. Your comments have been enlightening and point out just how important AT is for some learners, irregardless of chronological age.
Girls: Your adaptive items were great but I especially liked the pencil with the model clay. Not only did it work as a pencil grip but the texture was comforting on the fingers. I will steal this idea for my classroom.
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