The following are links to various videos and websites to support learners, organized by type of tool or topic.
Accessibility Tools
**Before choosing a tool, start with the student using the SETT framework - please refer to this video.
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For reading in Microsoft Office apps:
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Immersive Reader with Office Lens
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Immersive Reader and Read Aloud with Edge
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For writing/dictating in Microsoft Office apps:
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Voice Typing with Google
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To get the Dyslexic font in various formats, go here (https://opendyslexic.org/download)
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To make math digital: Equatio extension on Chrome: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ffQDCSC67dQ&t=1s
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Tools for visual processing while reading: http://www.see-n-read.com/
. . .Other Assistive Tech
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Ear plugs to filter noise and manage distractors
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Print on demand to supplement note-taking -- consider for students who struggle with fine motor skills:
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Smartpens -- assists with audio and digital recordings of notes
Learning & the Brain
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Self-regulation
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video series, lesson 1 starts here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q6vqSehMYQQ&t=2s
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Growth Mindset
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video series, lesson 1 starts here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=blwujFXq-HI
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Learner Pathways with Mineola Grows!
Math
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Interactive math learning websites:
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Search by topic area for high school math interactives: http://www.shodor.org/interactivate/activities/
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IXL math - utilized by many schools, offers practice with all Math and English grade levels: https://ca.ixl.com/math
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Matific K-6 math activities for students: https://www.matific.ca/ca/en-ca/home/
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Kahn Academy free online courses, lessons & practice:
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To make math digital: Equatio extension on Chrome: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ffQDCSC67dQ&t=1s
In progress
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TBD