Tuesday, March 12, 2019

Blog Post 8

Specific AT Tool For Writing 

Graphic Organizer: Is a visual tool that helps break down big ideas into smaller parts. It can hep students brainstorm with ease and plan out writing with easier. There are multiple forms to use and can also be used digitally or with pen and paper.

https://www.understood.org/en/school-learning/assistive-technology/assistive-technologies-basics/assistive-technology-for-writing

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Tool for Graphic Organizer

Creately
https://creately.com/lp/graphic-organizer-software-K12

Pros

Easy desktop installation
Free templates
Easy To Navigate
Create Graphic Organizers freely and with ease
Set to multiple languages
Built In Icons and Graphics
Costumer service help

Cons
Not a mobile download
Missing the Portuguese language
Is a little pricey

This website can be used in multiple variety's of assignments in the classroom. You can assign it when finishing up a unit on the weather cycle. The cycle diagram option allows students to produce a diagram in a cycle setting. So the students are able to input what can happen from start to finish of the weather cycle. It can be a form of evaluation for the teacher to see the students understanding of the lesson.


This site is great for multiple aspects in the classroom. It can create and assist in any form of graphic organizer needed. From Venn diagrams to essay assistance it is a great tool to have in the classroom for all students. I would recommend this tool to any teacher or student to have for AT.



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