Special education assistive technology has paved the way for students with disabilities to expand the ways in which they learn and grow. At the Watson Institute’s Education Center South, eye […]

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Special Education Assistive Technology is Driving Independence

Makerspace Special Education Initiative

What is Makerspace? A Makerspace is a collaborative work space inside a school, library, or separate public/private facility for making, learning, exploring, and sharing that uses high-tech to no tech […]
A Classroom Therapist’s Career Path Story

As a former community monitor in juvenile probation (JP), Marino Swanson brings a unique perspective to his role as a Classroom Therapist at Friendship Academy. In fact, he learned of […]
Footstool Fit for Kids to Prevent Fatigue
When children sit in chairs with their feet dangling for lengthy periods of time, fatigue can set in and affect the whole body. This can lead to interfering behaviors and difficulty maintaining focus. Try the footstool fit strategy for kids to prevent fatigue and help with focus!
Visual Prompts to Help Students with Homework
Is your child always forgetting to bring home their homework, lunchbox, or other items? Visual prompts may help assist in developing independence in routine tasks such as reminders to bring home necessary items for school.