2009+Fall

Region 4 OT/PT Advisory Committee

 * October 2, 2009**

__Resources__

 * TEA Supports** click here

Kirk Behnke, M.Ed, ATP, Education Specialist Region 4 http://UDL2009.wikispaces.com http://theudlrealworld.wikispaces.com
 * Universal Design for Learning**

Links concerning Low Vision
 * Low Vision**

Lok-Lift Double sided "tape"
Double sided mesh tape for temporary securing without damage surfaces, removable, reuable Purchase online at WalMart or AceHardware Uses: Attach objects or large pictures on a communication board Attach bright visual cues for safety around school/classroom Colorful visual cues on academic tasks or work areas Apply texture to items for identifying by touch Hold a writing guide Keep items from rolling or moving on desk, table, WC tray Increase grip on cup, utensil, marker Hold stencil, bowl, acrylic, keyboard, switch in place Hold paper in place on table, slant board, or at computer Quickly post messages or directions around classroom Use when transporting objects on lap of WC user Page turner or pick up paper – attach to end of a stick Try as a fidget item for calming AU or ADHD students Decrease slipping in seat or on commode Position foot rest Temporarily hold positioning supports Use with pink board* to make a foot rest
 * Sheet foam insulation from building supply store
 * Foamular extruded polystyrene insulation

Tips for Student Success:
Students with Visual Impairments in the General Education Classroom Assistive Technology for Students with Visual Impairments Accessible Instructional Materials** Produced by Education Specialists, Special Education Department, Region 4 ESC
 * Students with Visual and Multiple Impairments

Educating Students who have Visual Impairments with Other Disabilities
Sharon Z. Sacks, Rosanne K. Silberman, Brookes Publishing Note these pages: 31 - Influence VI has on learning, 32 - auditory vs visual learning, tactile defensiveness, attention span, 103 - Learning characteristics, 113 - Strategies for teaching ADLs, 128 - Curriculum adaptations, 147 - Touch cues, object cues, 153 - Critial elements for instructional programming, 179 - Environmental Strategies, 269 - Self stim behaviors, 337 - Circle time adaptations, 338 - Art adaptations, 472 - Problem solving, 475 - AT access systems.

**Contacts**
Tricia Peters, OTR, ATP Special Education, Assistive Technology, Region 4 ESC tpeters@esc4.net713-744-6374

Universal Design for Learning Kirk Behnke, M.Ed, ATP Special Education, Assistive Technology, Region 4 ESC kbehnke@esc4.net