Building Communication Using the Sensing and Learning Approach

The Sensory Learning Kit from APH is no stranger to educators. Open any school storage closet and find treasures that have been used for 20 years. As research develops, the methodology evolves. Attend this webinar and learn how the updated Sensing and Learning Approach empowers teachers with access to innovative instructional strategies that promote engagement and communication for students with complex learning profiles.
Instructors:
Name: Tristan Pierce
Title:  Inclusion and Independence Product Manager
Affiliation: APH
Name: Stacey Chambers
Title:  Teachers of Students with Visual Impairments
Affiliation: Coppell Independent School District
Primary Core or ECC Area: Assessment, Compensatory, 
Target Audience: TVIs
Pre-requisite knowledge:   None
Lesson Plan Goal: Explore the sensing and learning approach for students who are blind or visually impaired.
Learning Objectives:
1) Participants will examine the research behind the Sensing and Learning approach.
2) Participants will identify the key components for instruction for a learner with a visual impairment and severe disabilities.
3) Participants will access digital tools that support successful application of the Sensing and Learning approach.