Are you a teacher searching for effective ways to support students with fine motor, auditory, and visual needs in the digital age? Embracing technology as a tool for inclusivity can enhance teacher well-being and witnessing the progress and growth of all your students is incredibly rewarding. Join Melissa Mann for this hands-on, interactive workshop as she guides you through the world of assistive technology and its potential to transform learning experiences for students with diverse needs. Get ready to harness the power of technology to create inclusive and engaging learning experiences in your classroom! Melissa’s expertise in accessibility will inspire you to create an enriching learning environment that meets the unique needs of each individual student. Key Takeaways Dive into a comprehensive toolbox of assistive technology tools designed to support students with fine motor, auditory, and visual needs, including apps, software, and devices that enhance accessibility. Explore strategies for tailoring learning experiences to meet individual students' needs. Learn how to adapt and personalize technology tools to optimize engagement and learning outcomes. Discover ways to foster collaboration among students with diverse needs. Melissa will share techniques for creating inclusive group activities and projects that promote peer support and learning. Learn how to use technology tools to assess student progress and track their growth effectively. Discover how data-driven insights can inform your teaching strategies. Presented by Melissa Mann Melissa Mann serves as a dedicated special education educator within the Madison County School System. Her teaching experience spans across a wide range of student settings, from self-contained classrooms to collaborative environments, covering grades kindergarten through sixth. Melissa's qualifications include dual certifications in both elementary education and special education, and she holds a master's degree in school counseling, further enhancing her skill set as a certified school counselor. Melissa’s impact also extends beyond the classroom where she shares her expertise at numerous in-person and virtual conferences, including the Alabama Educational Technology Conference.

Presented by: Melissa Mann Session Description:Join us as we take a look at ways to adapt instruction online for students with exceptionalities. In both the brick and mortar, and online classroom, it is important to differentiate our instruction to help all students. In this session, we will take a specific look at how to adapt our online teaching and learning model to specifically address this population of students. Join expert teacher trainer, Melissa Mann, as she shares a variety of tools and strategies to keep students with exceptionalities engaged and learning even through distance learning.

Presented by: Melissa Mann Session Description:In this session, Melissa Mann will expand on how to use some of the tools she introduced in her Showcase Session "Teaching Students with Exceptionalities in the Remote Classroom." This webinar will go more in-depth to show you how to use the tools and practical applications to the special education environment. Some tools covered in this session include Kahoot, Quizlet, Classtools, Flippity, and more!

As teachers acclimate to distance learning, the way teachers differentiate instruction is evolving. Teachers must rely more on digital tools to help them achieve differentiation for their students. In this session, expert teacher trainer Melissa Mann discusses ways to use Google Tools to differentiate instruction to meet the needs of students while in a distance learning environment. So join us as we take a look at what differentiation looks like in your remote classroom.

In this session, Melissa Mann will expand on how to use some of the tools she introduced in her Showcase Session "Distance Learning: Using Google Tools to Differentiate Instruction" This webinar will go more in-depth to show you how to use the tools and practical applications to help differentiate instruction in a remote environment. Some tools covered in this session include Choice Boards, Anatote Extensions, Kami, Readable Extensions, Immersive Reader and more!

Presented by: Melissa Mann Session Description:Do you struggle to keep up with daily data collection and note-taking in your special ed classroom? There are a variety of tech tools that can help make data collection and note-taking much smoother – and you may already be using some of these tools for other things. Join Melissa Mann as she shares ways to use a variety of free productivity apps that will help make your day flow a little smoother. Whether you have a mobile device or just a computer, this webinar will have something for you!

In this session, Melissa Mann will expand on how to use some of the tools she introduced in her Showcase Session "Distance Learning: Using Google Tools to Differentiate Instruction" This webinar will go more in-depth to show you how to use the tools and practical applications to help differentiate instruction in a remote environment. Some tools covered in this session include Google Forms, Google Slides, Google Keep, AT Bar, and Insert Learning.

Multi-tiered System of Supports (MTSS) is an organizational framework used to ensure that each students’ needs are met through increasingly targeted interventions across three levels of support. Join Melissa Mann as she shares an introduction to MTSS and how it can be used to match the results of academic and social-emotional behavior assessments with the appropriate instructional resources to ensure the success of every student. You will also walk away with a glossary of key terms that will help you develop your baseline knowledge of the MTSS infrastructure. This is session one of four for the series titled “MTSS and Interventions for the Classroom.” Presented by Melissa Mann NOTE: While we recommend that you attend all four sessions of the series to meet the learning objectives, each session can be attended as a standalone. Full Members also have access to view the recordings on demand and earn up to two continuing education credits.

Are your IEP (Individualized Education Program) meetings leaving you feeling overwhelmed or unproductive? It is time to transform these crucial gatherings into dynamic and results-driven sessions that truly benefit your students. Join Melissa Mann as she shares 20 game-changing strategies designed to transform your IEP meetings into productive, collaborative sessions that truly benefit your students. Get ready to unleash the potential of your IEP meetings to create a more inclusive and student-focused educational experience! Melissa's expertise will empower you to approach these crucial gatherings with fresh insights, ensuring that each meeting is a step closer to your students' success. Key Takeaways - Discover strategies to streamline data gathering and preparation, ensuring that IEP meetings are well-organized and focused. - Learn techniques to foster meaningful collaboration with parents and guardians, turning them into proactive partners in the IEP process. - Explore approaches to set goals that prioritize each student's unique needs and aspirations, empowering them to take charge of their learning journey. - Master the art of conducting IEP meetings that are constructive, collaborative, and result-oriented, ensuring that everyone's time is used effectively.

Presented by: Melissa Mann Session Description:When students have strong social-emotional skills they are more prepared to effectively handle the challenges and stressors of everyday life. Join Melissa Mann as she shares best practices for developing the five core competencies of social-emotional learning. You will also learn a variety of strategies to effectively implement these skills in your face-to-face or virtual classroom.

Presented by: Melissa Mann Session Description:While educators are known to be incredibly giving towards their students, they don't always treat themselves with the same level of kindness and compassion. Join Melissa Mann as she shares the importance of teacher self-care, especially during the age of distance learning. You will also learn a variety of strategies to help prioritize a healthy mindset and promote physical well-being.

Multi-tiered System of Supports (MTSS) is an organizational framework used to ensure that each students’ needs are met through increasingly targeted interventions across three levels of support. Join Melissa Mann for this time-saving, to the point session as she shares strategies for matching behavior interventions to individual students’ needs and monitoring their progress to make decisions about changes in instruction, interventions and/or student goals. You will also walk away with a sampling of evidence-based behavior interventions for MTSS that can be adapted for various grade levels and subject areas. Presented by Melissa Mann

If you're looking for creative ways to engage your students with a digital tool – Kami may be for you! This interactive digital collaboration tool provides an interactive experience for your students. Using Kami, you can turn an existing document into an interactive learning experience – and we'll show you how step-by-step. Join teacher trainer, Melissa Mann, as she walks you through how to get started using Kami to improve engagement and collaboration while teaching in the classroom, or online.

Do you teach a struggling reader or have multiple struggling readers in your classroom? The reasons why students struggle with reading are as varied as the students themselves. Join Melissa Mann as she shares the importance of keeping the whole child in mind when working with struggling readers. You will also learn how to identify specific areas in which reading challenges may exist for your students. Assessment: Participants will complete an exit ticket using Google Jamboard to demonstrate their understanding of the session objective and reflect on their learning.

In order to engage parents in social-emotional development, educators need to be able to create strong relationships, partner with families on goals for their children, and receive and provide ongoing support. Join Melissa Mann as she shares 5 easy ways to get parents involved with SEL. You will also learn strategies for communicating effectively with parents as well as practical skills that can be carried over into the home.

Teachers care deeply about their students and are moved by compassion to reach out to them when they are struggling. But combined with an overwhelming workload, this can put teachers at risk for increased levels of stress. Join Melissa Mann as she shares how to recognize the signs and symptoms of compassion fatigue, as well as strategies to combat the physical, mental and emotional exhaustion that can lead to teacher burnout.

Do you ever find yourself navigating the complexities of special education services for your students? Whether you are a seasoned educator or just beginning your teaching journey, it is essential to ensure the rights and needs of students with disabilities are being met. Join Melissa Mann as she addresses fundamental questions and provide invaluable insights into the legal landscape that governs special education in the United States. Prepare to enhance your knowledge of the key federal laws governing special education to ensure that you are providing the best possible support for your students with disabilities! Melissa's expertise in the special education field and her ability to distill complex legal concepts into practical guidance make this a valuable resource for educators at all levels. Key Takeaways Understand the legal framework that governs special education services including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Gain practical guidance on how to ensure compliance with special education laws while providing the best possible education for students with disabilities. Explore the intricacies of the Individualized Education Program (IEP) process and the legal requirements surrounding its development and implementation. Learn about the rights and responsibilities of students with disabilities, their families, and educators under special education laws and explore how these laws protect students and guide educators in providing appropriate services. Presented by Melissa Mann Melissa Mann serves as a dedicated special education educator within the Madison County School System. Her teaching experience spans across a wide range of student settings, from self-contained classrooms to collaborative environments, covering grades kindergarten through sixth. Melissa's qualifications include dual certifications in both elementary education and special education, and she holds a master's degree in school counseling, further enhancing her skill set as a certified school counselor. Melissa’s impact also extends beyond the classroom where she shares her expertise at numerous in-person and virtual conferences, including the Alabama Educational Technology Conference.