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Selecting technology to support literacy and independence in the primary classroom

June 1, 2012 by blennzict | 0 comments

Student using Mountbatten and cake board

Figure 1 Student using Mountbatten and cake board

Shannon, aged 10, accesses reading and writing by using Braille. As she is becoming a more confident and competent reader and writer, she has needed to evaluate her technology options to ensure that they are supporting her learning rather than holding her back.

Alison Prskawetz (BLENNZ Resource Teacher Vision) describes the process of finding a successful technology solution in collaboration with Shannon, her parents and whānau and Shannon’s wider education team. Continue Reading →

Using a mobile braille notetaker and a laptop to access the curriculum

May 12, 2012 by blennzict | 0 comments

Setting up PacMate with laptopAt 11 years old, Michael is a proficient braille user who has recently moved to intermediate school.

At primary, Michael had been using the Mountbatten brailler, but both he and his team felt he was ready to move onto a more sophisicated and mobile notetaker.

Isobel describes the process of selecting the “best fit” to meet Michael’s needs.

She also highlights the need for flexibility, resilience and humour in both the student and the teaching team, as they adjust to new ways of working. Continue Reading →

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