Meeting old and new contacts within the education space in 2022 was a refreshing change from social distancing. Our Sales Team had energizing conversations with resellers and educators about trending K-12 products and the future of education. We can’t wait to connect with trendsetting K-12 vendors, resellers, and educators in this new year. Are these … Continue reading
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How to Use Assistive Tech to Unleash Creative Writing
Writer’s block may not be the biggest writing challenge students need to overcome. For some students, writing mechanics, including handwriting, typing, or grammar, are hindering students from expressing their creative ideas. When you think of ways to help students become better writers, assistive tech probably doesn’t make it on your list, but it should. Assistive … Continue reading
How Schools Can Advance Accessibility and Equity (3-minute read)
Pandemic learning showcased the state of accessibility and education equity across the U.S. Advancing education for all students starts with reevaluating what inclusive education means at your school. How to reevaluate inclusive education To advance accessibility and promote education equity, one assistive technology specialist believes teachers should reevaluate these 3 inclusive education myths: Myth 1: … Continue reading
Teachers Use Edtech to Invent Open-ended Accessibility Tools
When you think of assistive technology, chances are you’re thinking about specialized technology like speech-to-text software, Braille note-taking devices, and screen magnifiers — tools that serve a specific purpose. Think again. Teachers are using edtech to create homegrown, open-ended accessibility tools for their students and here at Douglas Stewart, Co., we’re loving these teacher-inventors who … Continue reading
K-12 Assistive Tech Highlight: IPEVO Document Cameras
Assistive technology eliminates unnecessary hurdles for students with disabilities and improves their learning experiences and outcomes. Document cameras are one powerful tool that can bring learning materials front and center and in focus to improve educational outcomes in special education classrooms. Today we’re highlighting IPEVO document cameras because IPEVO watches how teachers use document cameras … Continue reading
5 Ways to Create Inclusive Classrooms
When students can feel safe, they can focus on learning. Creating a classroom environment that is friendly and inclusive involves a 360-degree look at your teaching methods and materials. Here are 5 ways to create inclusive classrooms. 1. Prepare for teachable moments Planning for teachable moments will make a difference in developing a safe learning … Continue reading
Computer Science 101: Creating gateways to STEM careers
National Robotics Week, also known as RoboWeek, is well under way for 2022. Here’s why this event matters. Continue reading
Black History Month | Boosting Inclusivity in STEM
AI and machine learning have a dark side. Learn about it in this today’s VAR blog post. Continue reading
K-12 Trends | VR Tech and the Metaverse
Companies like NIKE and Walmart are joining the Metaverse. What does this mean for education? Here are 3 tangible benefits to using VR in school now. Continue reading
3 Reasons Why TCEA is More than PD
Teachers have experienced unprecedented challenges in the last couple of school years. Here are 3 reasons we encourage educators to attend TCEA 2022. Continue reading