It is a survey course exploring literature for children from pre-school through the elementary school years. Recommended Junior, Senior status. This course meets the Children's Literature requirement for Maine teacher certification. This course will meet from May 14 to August 18. This course is delivered by videotape and computer conferencing.
Computers are available at sites and centers statewide.
Videotapes must be rented for a fee. This course provides an overview of topics related to assistive technology, specialized software, Web accessibility, and universally designed curriculum. Its aim is to examine how the application of educational technologies can enrich the educational experience of students with disabilities, as well as all students, in the educational setting. Participants will acquire knowledge of assistive technology devices and specialized software, develop skills to accommodate individual needs and learn how appropriate technology options can be selected. Participants will identify technology access strategies that can be developed and implemented for various classroom situations, and reflect on their effect on the support of inclusion and learning styles.