2025 Alaska Statewide Special Education Conference (ASSEC)

What does the impact of hearing loss for a student in my classroom look like?
What questions should I be asking?
Who can I reach out to for more information?
What are some general accommodations that I can share with my team for my students to better access the curriculum?
Come to this breakout session and leave with a better understanding of how to support your student in the classroom!

Prepare for an interstellar adventure with the Mars Escape Room, where participants use APH STEM products to solve problems and complete a mission critical to their crew's survival. This workshop focuses on teamwork, communication, and the practical application of STEM principles in a collaborative scenario designed to simulate the challenges faced on Mars.

Objectives:
1. Discover innovative ways to incorporate APH products into the Expanded Core Curriculum, enhancing the educational experiences of students with visual impairments.
2. Identify and discuss the application of UDL principles in classroom activities to enhance accessibility and engagement for all students, particularly those with visual impairments.
3. Develop strategies to guide students using logical reasoning and deduction to solve complex problems, fostering higher-order thinking skills.