Course description
This training is for Pre-Service Teachers of Students with Visual Impairment who are beginning their coursework, or for others who are interested in learning more about Learning Media Assessments and how to conduct them. It is a required course for TASN grant fund recipients.
The training will cover the components of a Learning Media Assessement and how to make decisions regarding braille instruction.
If at all possible, KS teachers should attend with their regional KSSB Field Services Representative who will assist them in conducting an assessment in their district after the training course.
Learning Objectives
Training participants will:
- Understand the purpose of conducting a Learning Media Assessment
- Learn how to take data regarding reading speed and accuracy as it relates to students with visual impairment
- List three things to consider when making decisions about braille instruction for children
- Name three prerequisites for braille instruction
- Improve their skill level and confidence in performing a Learning Media Assessment
Refund Policy
Registration may be cancelled up to 14 days prior to the event for a full refund. Cancellations received within 14 days of the event will not be refunded. No-show registrations will also not be refunded.
Details
DATE & TIME
December 05, 2019 from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm
Check In
at 8:00 a.m.
Please bring a sack lunch & drink with you.
LOCATION
Clayworks at Disability Supports
1125 N. Main St., Hutchinson, KS
FORMAT
Meet In Person
6.0 Professional Learning Contact Hours
PROVIDER(S)
Kansas Instructional Resource Center for the Visually Impaired (KIRC)
CONTACT
Pam Arbeiter
913-424-3324
TRAINER
Pam Arbeiter & Julie Ituarte
KSSB Field Services Representatives