Monday, April 7, 2014

Low Tech vs. High Tech Adaptations when Completing Math Assignments


When completing mathematic assignments and tasks, many students are accessible to low technology devices such as calculators. However, there are a variety of advanced adaptations that can be implemented within a math lesson. For example, students who have visual impairments would benefit from the use of talking calculators. Talking calculators allow students with disabilities to check their completed work by having what is input into the calculator, read back to the learner. There are also calculators that are enlarged, creating a bigger range to press a particular number, as well as ease when reading the numbered text. As well as standardized calculators, there are also devices titled “coin-u-lator”, which provides aide when completed lessons that involve coins and basic counting of money. Adaptations such as the ones listed above, provide a target instruction for all learners, which is a main focus when referring to UDL instruction. 


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