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AI in Education, how the lines of design need to span all learners.

December 29, 2023 Sharon LePage PlanteLeave a comment

This article from 2016 (https://k12.cioreview.com/cxoinsight/blurring-the-lines-between-educational-technology-and-assistive-technology-nid-23392-cid-143.html) came to light for me recently per a connection that had it cross their path. It led to a very interesting discussion about how relevant this still is in the age of Artificial Intelligence in Education. As AI-driven education tools and platforms enter the marketplace, it’s important to analyze them… Continue reading AI in Education, how the lines of design need to span all learners.

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Supporting LD students with long term school closures

March 17, 2020March 23, 2020 Sharon LePage PlanteLeave a comment

As many of us have already gone into school closures for an undefined amount of time, there are so many things to consider when it comes to supporting learners. My school is a school just for students with language based learning disabilities, and we know two things, we need to keep these kids engaged and… Continue reading Supporting LD students with long term school closures

Kids will find the way

February 20, 2013February 20, 2013 Sharon LePage Plante3 Comments

Currently attending a conference on Social Media in Schools; However, it should be called, Where there is a door and a window, kids will find another way out. It is no debate that from generation to generation, kids are more tech savy than their parents. I, who first learned my love of tech from my… Continue reading Kids will find the way

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The Power of Observation

December 10, 2012December 10, 2012 Sharon LePage Plante1 Comment

What you don’t give grades? In a recent #satchat (Saturday mornings 7:30 ET/PT) I mentioned how I assess my students though informal assessments and observation. This took a few people by surprise. My school is a non-graded independent school for students with learning disabilities. The students do not receive report cards, rather parents receive reports… Continue reading The Power of Observation

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Flipping or Flattening the Staff Meeting

October 14, 2012October 15, 2012 Sharon LePage Plante1 Comment

“It’s easy to come up with new ideas; the hard part is letting go of what worked for you two years ago, but will soon be out of date.” — Roger von Oech The First Try A couple weeks ago, my Director of Ed and I did a mini flip (previously posted about the mini… Continue reading Flipping or Flattening the Staff Meeting

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Sharon LePage Plante, Chief Technology Integrator @ The Southport School, Co-Author Using Technology to Engage Students with Learning Disabilities

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