Ever wondered what the term”flipped classroom” means? Well here is a helpful Infographic on the subject. Although examples are given in the USA context there is much that are true here.
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Microsoft hiring an AT professional
I came across this job in LinkedIn and thought it may be of interest to someone. Microsoft have a full-time job for someone with a proven track record in AT based either in Reading or London who will the interface between AT suppliers and Microsoft. It will involve travel in Europe for approximately 40% of the time (presumably even after the 23rd June). They will also speak at conferences , events that Microsoft input to. Interested? Click on the link below for more details:-
InPrint3
Widgit software have announced a new product update – InPrint3 which makes it easier to create printed symbol materials. For a peak at one of its many features click on the yotube video below. They are offering discounts so please go to http://www.widgit.com/InPrint3/index.htm?_route_=inprint3 for 15% pre-order discount
Have you got your BBC micro:bit?
Microsoft Forms
Another tool app for office 365 users is Microsoft Forms . You can sign up and use this tool independently of office 365. if you use Google forms you will like this tool. It does have the added bonus of having a video inclusion which you can’t do in Google forms directly. I found the interface intuitive and it’s good for me and those who use Office 365 to have the app in one place for its instant use making work flow simpler and more efficient. I think Google may feel they have copied them even down to the Questions and Responses Tab! To try it out go to:-
Only a few more days to go!
Before the SEN & Inclusion Networking day in Nottingham with NAACE . If you are planning to go see you there! Otherwise consider booking yourself in – especially if you are involved in producing or working with Assistive Technologies. Go to NAACE’s site and follow the booking details:-
https://www.naace.co.uk/events/naace-networking-event-17062016/
AbilityNet – Volunteers Week
Heart warming story of how a volunteer has been helping people for 20 years. Do you think you have the desire to be a volunteer? Do you have the knowledge to help someone gain a skill? Then do read on this link:-
https://www.abilitynet.org.uk/news-blogs/volunteersweek-one-volunteer-tells-20-years-service-itcanhelp-supporting-older-and
Learning Support Manager, Lyneham, Wilts
Anyone fancy a change of job? Then if you are a SENCO or someone looking for a change from their current role in special educational needs this full-time role may be for you. Take a look at:-
Learning Support Manager, Defence College of Technical Training
Assistive Technology Gloves for the Deaf
Recent developments in assistive technology
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SEN & Inclusion – NAACE, Nottingham
On the 17th June Myles Pilling is taking part in the SEN & Inclusion event which is a joint intitative between NAACE, MirandaNet and Suppliers. Myles will be focusing on the recent project findings on apps for dyselxia and its implications for suppliers. For more details of the event and booking information please go to:-
https://www.naace.co.uk/events/naace-networking-event-17062016/
The event will take place at :-
The Sir Colin Campbell Building, Triumph Rd
Nottingham, NG7 2TU United Kingdom
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