Put together a summer listening program for your child. Listening is an engaging way to learn, so your child may love listening to books and other written documents. Have them listen to music and stage plays, comedy routines, and other works. Point out background sounds, such as the way the peppy tune on a sound track adds fun and humor to an adventure tale. Learning to listen is particularly helpful to children with learning disabilities.

Children with learning disabilities often feel unsafe. Learn ways that technology can help children with learning disabilities feel safe and secure in school, such as: creating maps that will help the student know where they are in the building; giving them advance access to education material so they can prepare; and reminding them of routines.

Here’s a quiz for you. Since November 1, 2002, I have conducted seminars in numerous states. Which one do you think offers the most forward-thinking, creative and effective Educational Technology program to its students?

Learn how art helps students with disabilities, and find resources to include art in the content areas you teach.