A Quick Look into T2 PAL and EIT

On December 6th, 2012 I was able to present at the T2 PAL Open House. T2 PAL (Teachers and Technology -- Promoting Accessible Learning)  is a new group in the Special Education Department led by Dr. Chris Curran and Dr. Susan Brennan. This group was developed because of a grant that was received to purchase and explore new options of Assistive Technology in the classroom. 

 I have been able to be part of this group through an independent study that I was taking through Dr. Curran.  I was able to present on the Don Johnston Series, the program that I focused on was Co: Writer. Co:Writer is an interactive word prediction software that students can use in the classroom.  I had my own station and was able to present to those who asked about the software.

To get prepared for the presentation I spent multiple hours learning how to use the software and developed a small presentation for the open house that was held on December 6th, 2012. Prior to this event I created a video to help promote the T2 PAL group and the big open house they held. I was able to film and photograph classes using the tools.  As of now T2 PAL has a Facebook page!

Below I have provided a podcast providing my overall thoughts of the open house, my role in the process, and many other thoughts of mine! To listen to the podcast click on the video below!  Enjoy!