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Join us to explore the foundations of the National Education Technology Plan to close the digital divides that exist in today's educational landscape!
When implemented in harmony, the philosophies and technologies of UDL (Universal Design for Learning), AEM (Accessible Educational Material) & AT (Assistive Technology), the result is a more accessible and equitable learning environment. Our subject matter experts will share their deep knowledge, best practices, and passion for helping learners build agency and equity in the classroom and promote learning for all students.
We will be hosting a raffle for attendees! One attendee's name will be drawn at random for an Equitable Trifecta T-shirt from the Joy Zabala Fellowship Foundation.
Presenters:
UDL: Janea Menicucci, New Mexico Coordinator for Universal Design for Learning at Central Regional Educational Cooperative
AEM: Kelli Suding and Michelle Soriano of CAST
Michelle Soriano: In her roles as an Accessibility Specialist on CAST's Accessibility team and a Technical Assistance Specialist for the Center on Inclusive Technology & Education Systems (CITES), Michelle promotes inclusive and accessible instructional opportunities for special education students using accessible materials and technologies. Before joining CAST, Michelle was a Regional Education Specialist in Texas, providing technical assistance, professional development, instructional coaching, and creating state and regional documents and training. She has also worked as a school administrator, behavior specialist administrator, PK-12 instructional coach, general education teacher, and special education teacher. Michelle is passionate about supporting educators in embracing learner variability through Universal Design for Learning, empowering students to guide their own learning journeys based on their preferences and needs.
Kelli Suding, M.Ed.: As an Accessibility Specialist on CAST's Accessibility team and a Technical Assistance Specialist for the Center on Inclusive Technology & Education Systems (CITES), Kelli ensures accessible educational materials and technologies for equitable learning opportunities. She has extensive presentation and training experience and excels at connecting theory to practice. Kelli holds a teaching license in general education and special education, aligned with her masters in Learning and Technology. Her instructional background includes working with students needing various levels of intervention. Before CAST, Kelli was a Specialist for the state education agency in Indiana, supporting and leading public schools in providing equitable access through assistive and accessible technologies, accessible educational materials, and Universal Design for Learning.
AT: ReadSpeaker's Colleen Sandquist & Ginger Dewey
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With over 20 years of education and AT experience, I happily join the ReadSpeaker Team! Looking to share my experiences and passion for helping all gain access and understanding to the written word. Mom of 2 grown daughters, foodie and tennis enthusiast.
Ginger Dewey taught for 38 years in K12 and higher ed, mostly in higher ed. After retiring from higher ed, she transitioned to for ReadSpeaker, doing what she loves - faculty training. She is married with two adult children: daughter - Civil Engineer, & son - Marine Corps.Sergeant.
ReadSpeaker has 25 years experience providing lifelike online and offline text-to-speech solutions to over 10,000 organisations in 70+ countries.
