EdTech Enthusiast and Texthelper! Increasing Techquity (digital equity) for ALL learners is my PASSION. Husband, father of 2, and dog lover too.
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ALT Image of EquatIO toolbar 1. Built-in Math, Chemistry, Formulas prediction increases equity and removes barriers. 2. Equation editor lets users create math using words & terms they learn in class. 3. Handwriting recognition allows multi-modal input. 4. Speech Input lets users dictate formulas and equations.
ALT Supercharge Your Math Instruction Screenshot image of EquatIO math editor toolbar with tools listed: - Math, Chemistry and Formulas prediction - Blue EquatIO icon opens Options menu - Equation Editor icon - Desmos Graphing icon - Speech Input icon - Insert Mathspace icon - STEM Tools icon - LaTex Editor icon - Handwriting Recognition icon - EquatIO Mobile icon - Screenshot Reader icon - Copy Math as button - Edit Math button - Insert Math button
ALT Our mic drop moment. Plymouth-Canton Community Schools used NWEA MAP Reading Conditional Growth Index data to show students using Read&Write for Google achieved higher growth compared to control group students. Image of slide - Students at school using Read&Write for Google achieved 0.428 growth compared to students at control group school achieving 0.021 growth. Image of NWEA MAP logo Image of P-CCS A&IT logo
ALT Image asking the following: Are your learning resources accessible to ALL students? Can the text be read aloud to help students read with their eyes & ears? Can the content be accessed in a t least 2 different learning modalities? Can learners use more than one method to complete the assignment?
ALT When students struggle with literacy, they struggle everywhere... - Reading & Fluency - Writing - Math Science - Social Studies - Within your learning resources Image of texthelp character holding umbrella under storm cloud and rain the words Lower growth & Achievement underneath.
ALT Image of EquatIO toolbar that highlights how users can create accessible math using the equation editor, speech input tool and handwriting tool.
ALT Pictures of two recent 2nd grade writing assignments completed by Thomas Degner.
ALT Equity and digital inclusion image that highlights two recent webinars from edWeb.net. Both webinars are sponsored by Texthelp. The first webinar, part one, covers Prioritizing Equitable Access to Learning Through Technology. Webinar presenters include Andratesha Fritzgerald, along with Joni Degner and Rachel Kruzel from Texthelp. The second webinar, part two, covers Techquity, Universal Design, and Decision Making. Webinar presenters include Mirko Chardin and Katie Novak, along with Joni Degner and Rachel Kruzel from Texthelp. Closed captioning will be added to both webinar recordings within two weeks of their live presentation.
ALT Equity and Digital Inclusion image. Equitable access means all students receive access to assistive technology resources. Every student, every assignment, and every environment. To move the needle, maintenance of equity and inclusion matters!