Assistive Technology

 

Hughes and Roblyer (2023) mentioned how schools are helping students connect to the internet by providing internet service on buses that are parked in internet poor areas.  While this helps students connect to the internet, it doesn’t always ensure that all students can access websites.  One way to increase access to websites is to make sure that the websites are accessible to all students, especially those with disabilities.

In my classroom, I try to use technology that enhances the lesson and meets the needs of my students.  For my visually impaired students, I use high contrast slides.  I also use multiple delivery methods.  I try to offer my students multiple ways to complete their assignments. 

Tutt and Leonard (2025) lists ten edtech tools that can increase accessibility in the classroom.  Of the ones they mention, I want to start experimenting with Google Translate for my ESL students and Google Notebook LM for my students who struggle to process information from readings.  Any technology that I bring into the classroom needs to enhance the lesson and help my students succeed.

References:

Hughes, J. E., & Roblyer, M. D. (2023). Integrating Educational Technology into teaching:
Transforming learning across disciplines. Pearson

Tutt, P., & Leonard, D. (2025, June 6). 10 brilliant uses of Edtech in 2025. Edutopia. https://www.edutopia.org/article/10-brilliant-uses-of-edtech-in-2025