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SAN DIEGO STATE UNIVERSITY
Imperial Valley Campus
Division of Special Education
COURSE SYLLABUS
Special Education 560
Applications of Technology of
Individuals with Disabilities
(3 units)
Fall 2013
Instructors:
Office:
Phone:
Office Hours:
E-mail:
Class Time:
Location:
Cecilia Fragoso
West Faculty Building 175
(760) 768-5576
Thursdays, 12:00 –2:00 PM (or by appointment)
cfragoso@mail.sdsu.edu
Thursday – 4:10 –6:50 p.m.
COBL 105 B Campus Calexico
Department of Special Education Mission Statement
The mission of the Department of Special Education is to develop the untapped potential of
individuals with disabilities, talents, and diverse backgrounds and to make a significant positive
impact on the learning and life environments of people with exceptionalities.
Course Description and Purpose
The purpose of this course is to provide teachers who are currently enrolled in the special education
specialist credential with the educational applications of current technologies for learners with
disabilities. Emphasis will be placed on the selection, modification, and classroom use of technologies
to improve the bypass physical, sensory, communicative, learning, and social limitations.
Course Materials
Alliance for Technology Access. (2008). Computer resources for people with disabilities (5th ed.)
Alameda, CA: Hunter House, Inc.
USB flash drive, 128 mb minimum
Rose, D.H. and Meyer, A. (2002). Teaching every student in the digital age: Universal design for
learning. Alexandria, VA: ASCD. (http://www.cast.org/teachingeverystudent/ideas/tes/) Selected
Chapters only. Available on line
Additional readings may be assigned by the instructor
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Course Objectives
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Discuss the roles of technology in educational programs for persons with disabilities.

Describe the range of technologies currently available for classroom use and the advantages
and disadvantages of exemplar technologies for persons with disabilities, to include:
technology for early childhood, technology for academic skill development, augmentative and
alternative communication, and technologies for persons with severe cognitive disabilities,
physical disabilities, vision impairments, and hearing impairments.

Describe the access issues related to technology use for persons with disabilities.

Explain the principles for integrating technology into educational programs for students with
disabilities.

Demonstrate proficiency in the use of computers and other classroom technologies for
classroom applications related to the planning and monitoring of instruction.

Demonstrate proficiency in the use of the world wide web as a tool for professional
development.

Demonstrate proficiency in the evaluation and selection of hardware and software for
individuals with disabilities.
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Demonstrate proficiency in the adaptation and use of technology (hardware, software, and
online applications) in the delivery of instruction for individuals with disabilities.
California Teaching Credential Standards Addressed by this course:
Core Standard 17; Credential Specific Standards: Mild/Moderate 23; Moderate/Severe 23,25,26,
& 27; Physical and Health Impairment 26 & 28; Early Childhood 25.
Course Liability Statement:
“ This course requires students to participate in field trips, research or studies that include course
work that will be performed off campus. Participation in such activities may result in accidents or
personal injury. Students participating in the event are aware of these risks, and agree to hold
harmless San Diego State University, the state of California, the Trustees of the California State
University and Colleges and its officers, employees, and agents against all claims, demands, suits
judgments, expenses and costs of any kind on account of their participation in the activities.
Students using their own vehicles to transport other students to such activities should have current
automobile insurance.”
Course Requirements
1. Class Participation. Although attendance is not considered as part of the grade for this course,
students are expected to attend each class; portions of many sessions will be devoted to
demonstrations and/or to lab activities. Students are expected to attend each class and actively
participate and master all course materials, whether or not hey have been present in class. Students
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should contact other class members for information about material missed. Please be on time for
class!
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2. Lab activities and Pop Quizzes. An important part of this course is hands-on practice with
computers and other technologies. Because this course is held in lab classrooms, students will have
access to a variety of hardware/software during in-class lab sessions. Obtain a loose-leaf notebook to
hold the Lab activity sheets and your notes on lab activities. Keep your lab notes and activities
available each week as well as lecture notes and materials. You will be asked to turn in Lab Activities.
Pop Quizzes on both lab and lecture material will occur throughout the course. Be prepared!
3. Written Assignments. Additional written assignments and group activities will be given throughout
the session. Guidelines will be given with each assignment.
4. Final Examination. The final will be a take-home essay. The final is due by Blackboard to
instructor by 12/12/2013.
Grading
All assignments must be neat, clearly typed, and be free of punctuation and spelling errors. Papers
will be returned to students for correction at the discretion of the instructor. Late papers will be
penalized. All tasks will be assigned a point value and will be graded accordingly.
A
AB+
B
B-
94 to 100%
90 to 93.9
87 to 89.9
83 to 86.9
80 to 82.9
C+
C
CD
F
77 to 79.9
73 to 76.9
70 to 72.9
60 to 69.9
0 to 59.9
Grades will be based upon the following factors:
1. Lab Activities
2. Technology Lesson Plan
Due 10/03
3. Web Profiles/PPT
Due 10/17
4. Tech. Assess/Class Obs.
Due 11/07
5. Augmentative Comm. Assign. Due 11/14
6. Quiz/IRIS Module (5 pts. each) Due 11/21
7. Student Portfolio
Due 12/05
8. Software Journal
Due 12/05
9. Final Examination
Due 12/12
TOTAL
10 pts.
20 pts.
10 pts.
10 pts.
10 pts.
10 pts.
10 pts.
10 pts
10 pts.
100 pts.
Student Conduct
Students preparing to become special educators are expected to conduct themselves in a highly
ethical manner that is consistent with the Council for Exceptional Children Code of Ethics and
Standards of Professional Practice as well as with SDSU Statement Rights and Responsibilities.
(Note: former can be found on the Council for Exceptional Children webpage:
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http://www.cec.sped.org/ps/code.html and the latter can be found on the SDSU webpage:
http://www.sa.sdsu.edu//srr/statement/index.html )
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In this course, each student is expected to contribute to a positive learning environment by being on
time to class, not leaving class early, turning off cell phones and beepers, and, in all class – related
interactions, treating others in a manner that is courteous and that promotes mutual respect and
equality of others.
Further, students are expected to exhibit academic conduct that reflects the highest levels of honesty
and integrity. The Student Disciplinary Procedures for The California State University specifically
prohibit cheating or plagiarism and provide that such acts may result in a student being expelled,
suspended, placed on probation, or given a lesser sanction.
The use of cell phones, MP3 players, or any other related device is strictly prohibited during class
sessions. Students who have a special need to use an electronic note-taking device must receive
instructor’s permission.
SPECIAL NOTES
Please make arrangements with a classmate to get handouts and lecture information in case you
are absent.
Please notify the instructor of any special considerations or accommodations.
Only students who have been admitted to the Level I credential program may take this course.
Others must receive written permission from the advisor.
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SPED 560
TENTATIVE SCHEDULE
Session
Date
1
08/29
2
09/05
3
4
Topic
COURSE OVERVIEW
UNIVERSAL DESIGN FOR
LEARNING
STANDARD TECHNOLOGY
TOOLS/
ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY.
IT’S THE LAW
09/12
CONSIDERATIONS FOR
ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY
09/19
CREATING A PPT
Edward Avelar
Guest Presenter
ICOE
ASSESSMENT TOOLS FOR
ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY
EVALUATION AND SELECTION
OF INSTRUCTIONAL
SOFTWARE
Assignment
LAB ACTIVITY # 1: Assistive Technology
Taskstream - Using the Internet- AT and IDEA –
ONLINE: What is Universal Design for Learning?
http://www.udlcenter.org/aboutudl/udlguidelines
No Child Left Behind: Implications for Assistive
Technology
http://www.calstat.org/publications/pdfs/edge_spring_
03.pdf
LAB ACTIVITY # 2: Using PC and Comp Adapt.
Considerations for Assistive Technology
Guidelines for binder & Web Profiles Assignment
LAB ACTIVITY # 3: Using the Web
READING: Computer Resources for People with
Disabilities. Chapter 4, Selecting Tech. p. 58-88.
Creating a PPT
Review WATI materials
Assistive Technology Assessment
Guidelines for AT classroom observation
Guidelines for the Technology Lesson Plan
READING: Computer Resources for People with
Disabilities Chapter 5. The Law pp. 90-101.
Types of CAI (Computer Aided Instruction) software
Criteria for evaluating software for special learners
Information management
Guidelines for Software Journal Assignment
LAB ACTIVITY # 4: Evaluating Software
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09/26
6
10/03
WEB 2.0
Edward Avelar Guest Presenter
INSPIRATION/KIDSPIRATION
PRODUCT INTRODUCTION
Edward Avelar
Guest Presenter (ICOE)
Assignment:
Review the Inspiration/Kidspiration quick tours
tutorials www.inspiration.com
In-Class assignment: Make a graphic
organizer/visual spatial Fact Dispay. Short write up
about ideas of implementation in your classroom or
lesson plan. (Visual/Spatial Fact Display
System/Handout)
TECH LESSON PLAN ASSIGNMENT DUE ONLINE
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10/10
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10/17
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APPS FOR ALL STUDENTS
I-PADS
Virginia Pineda
Guest Presenter
ICOE
WEB PROFILE/PPT
PRESENTATIONS
COMMON CORE FOR
TEACHERS
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10
11
10/24
TECHNOLOGIES USED TO
PROMOTE COMMUNICATION
SKILLS (PART 1)
BOARDMAKER
Introduction
APPlication: Matching Apps for students with low &
High Incidence Disabilities
Resources
WEB PROFILES / PPT ASSIGNMENT DUE
PRESENTATIONS
Edward Avelar Guest Presenter
ICOE
READING: Foreword by Stephen Hawking in
Computer Resources with People with Disabilities.
Beginning Communication Skills
Augmentative Communication Software/Boardmaker
Developing a communication board
Guidelines for AAC assignment
READING: Ch 8-Principles of Decision Making and
Intervention pp 221- 242.
10/31
NO FORMAL MEETING
Work on your Communication Board Assignment
11/07
TECHNOLOGY FOR STUDENTS
WITH LD
Word Processors with features for Special Learners
Tech Tools for reading
Talking Story Books
Intellitalk 3
LAB ACTIVITY 5: Tools for Literacy Part I
READING: Computer Resources for People with
Disabilities: Processing Aids, p, 218-232.
LAB ACTIVITY # 6: Tools for Literacy, Part II
Tools for Writing/Using Spell check
Franklin Spelling Devices/ Word Prediction
Graphic Organizer
ONLINE READING:
http://www.ldonline.org/article/6380/
TECHNOLOGY ASSESSMENT/CLASSROOM
OBSERVATION (WATI) ASSIGNMENT DUE
12
6
11/14
TECHNOLOGIES FOR SPECIAL
LEARNING NEEDS: YOUNG
CHILDREN AND STUDENTS
WITH AUTISM ASSISTIVE
NO FORMAL MEETING
13
11/21
14
11/28
THANKSGIVING BREAK
Narratives- Video-modeling- Visual schedules
LAB ACTIVITY # 7: Pre-academic & Primary
Skills
AUGMENTATIVE COMM. ASSIGNMENT DUE
IRIS MODULE DUE ONLINE:
Bookshare: Providing Accessible Materials for
Students with Disabilities.
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12/05
TECHNOLOGIES TO
COMPENSATE FOR
SENSORY LOSSES
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Technologies that translate print
Travel technology
Technologies for individuals who are deaf
LAB ACTIVITY # 8: Aug. Comm. Devices
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READING: Computer Resources for People with
Disabilities: Product Descriptions: Alternate
Output pp. 233- 250.
Electronic Communication Devices
TECHNOLOGIES USED TO Multi-level communication devices and scanning
PROMOTE COMMUNICATION
Dynamic display voice output comm. Aids
(PART II)
Final Exam handed out
LAB ACTIVITY # 9: SWITCH SOFTWARE
Cause and Effect Software and Devices
Switch Toys
ASSIGNMENT DUE: Portfolio Due including
the final 10 software/journal
16
12/12
FINAL EXAM
FINAL EXAM DUE ONLINE @ 6:50 PM