Category Archives: Assistive Technology

A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #91: Musical Listener Feedback 4

Posted on February 25, 2012 by Christopher Bugaj

Download the audio directly- Episode #91: Musical Listener Feedback 4 Episode Overview- This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by the book The Practical (and Fun) Guide to Assistive Technology in Public Schools. Learn more at http://iste.org/chewat. Episode #91 features … Continue reading →

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Assistive Technology Movie Review: Moneyball

Posted on February 19, 2012 by Christopher Bugaj

As soon as I saw the trailer for Moneyball I added it to the Netflix queue. I didn’t feel compelled to see this movie in the theater because a) I’m not a big fan of baseball and b) I tend … Continue reading →

Posted in Assistive Technology, Movie Review, Universal Design for Learning | Tagged analogy, baseball, Billy Beane, Brad Pitt, Educational Technology, Fenway Park, Green Monster, Instructional Technology, Jonah Hill, merit, merit-based pay, Moneyball, movie, movie review, movies, Oakland Athletics, patience, Pitt, sports, statistics, UDL, Universal Design for Learning | 3 Comments

A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #90: Summary of Summarizers

Posted on February 11, 2012 by Christopher Bugaj

Download the audio directly- Episode #90: Summary of Summarizers Episode Overview- This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp Systems, provider of award-winning literacy solutions including Read&Write GOLD and Fluency Tutor. To learn about these products and their new … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #89: Free Fraction Tools from ConceptuaMath

Posted on January 22, 2012 by Christopher Bugaj

Download the audio directly- Episode #89: Free Fraction Tools from ConceptuaMath Episode Overview- This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by the book The Practical (and Fun) Guide to Assistive Technology in Public Schools. Learn more at http://iste.org/chewat. Episode #89 … Continue reading →

Posted in Assistive Technology, Differentiated Instruction, math, Universal Design for Learning | Tagged conceptuamath, fractions, Free, Math, Mathematics, maths, public education, public schools, stem, tools | 2 Comments

Assistive Technology Movie Review – Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol

Posted on January 16, 2012 by Christopher Bugaj

Despite having seen all the previous Mission Impossible movies, when I saw the preview for Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol I thought, “Ick.” Then, when I heard from a few Twitter friends how much they enjoyed it, saw some additional television … Continue reading →

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SURPRISE, CHRIS! HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

Posted on January 15, 2012 by Christopher Bugaj

Hi All, This is Chris’ wife, Mel. I am hijacking his blog. How I got in here isn’t important . Let’s just say it took some gum, a ferret, and an accomplice to help me break in. Whew, I am … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #88: Online, Gesture-based Learning, Part 2

Posted on January 14, 2012 by Christopher Bugaj

Download the audio directly- Episode #88: Online, Gesture-based Learning, Part 2 Episode Overview- This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp Systems, provider of award-winning literacy solutions including Read&Write GOLD and Fluency Tutor. To learn about these products and … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #87: Listening Station Strategies

Posted on January 1, 2012 by Christopher Bugaj

Download the audio directly – Episode #87 – Listening Station Strategies Episode Overview- This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Night Light Stories. Night Light Stories is a free audio podcast featuring original stories for children of all ages! … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #86: Strategy Smackdown @ VSTE 2011

Posted on December 18, 2011 by Christopher Bugaj

Download the audio directly – Episode #86: Strategy Smackdown @ VSTE 2011 Episode Overview- This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp Systems, provider of award-winning literacy solutions including Read&Write GOLD and Fluency Tutor. To learn about these products … Continue reading →

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The 2011 Edublog Awards! Time to Vote!

Posted on December 8, 2011 by Christopher Bugaj

The 2011 Edublog Award nominations are out! “The Compendium Blog of the A.T.TIPSCAST” has been nominated in the category of “The Best use of Audio/Video/Podcast”. The podcast came in fourth last year! Where will it place this year?!?! We’ll find … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #85: Online, Gesture-based Learning, Part 1

Posted on December 3, 2011 by Christopher Bugaj

Download the audio directly-Episode 85: Online, Gesture-based Learning, Part 1 Episode Overview- This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp Systems, provider of award-winning literacy solutions including Read&Write GOLD and Fluency Tutor. To learn about these products and their … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #84: PoP @ GMU AT Share Fair ’11, Part 2

Posted on November 16, 2011 by Christopher Bugaj

Download the audio directly- Episode #84: PoP @ GMU AT Share Fair ’11, Part 2 Episode Overview- This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp Systems, provider of award-winning literacy solutions including Read&Write GOLD and Fluency Tutor. To learn … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #83: PoP @ GMU AT Share Fair ’11, Part 1

Posted on November 5, 2011 by Christopher Bugaj

Download the audio directly- Episode #83: PoP @ GMU AT Share Fair ’11, Part 1 Episode Overview- Episode #83 features the first of two parts of a recording of a discussion at the George Mason University Assistive Technology Share Fair … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode 82: Paranormal Apptipity

Posted on October 15, 2011 by Christopher Bugaj

Download the audio directly-Episode #82: Paranormal Apptipity Episode Overview- This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp Systems, provider of award-winning literacy solutions including Read&Write GOLD and Fluency Tutor. To learn about these products and their new suite of … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #81: Save Target As…

Posted on October 3, 2011 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly- Episode #81: Save Target As… Episode Overview- This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp Systems, provider of award-winning literacy solutions including Read&Write GOLD and Fluency Tutor. To learn about … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #80: Ablegamers Interview

Posted on August 2, 2011 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly- Episode #80: Ablegamers Interview Episode Overview- This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp Systems, provider of award-winning literacy solutions including Read&Write GOLD and Fluency Tutor. For more information, go … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #79: Being Both Smart and Activ

Posted on July 4, 2011 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly- Episode #79: Being Both Smart and Activ Episode Overview- This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp Systems, provider of award-winning literacy solutions including Read&Write GOLD and Fluency Tutor. … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #77: Product Spotlight – Intel Reader

Posted on June 15, 2011 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly- Episode #77: Product Spotlight – Intel Reader Episode Overview- This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by the Intel Reader. Learn more about this handheld, portable device with built-in optical character recognition and … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #76: Universal Design for Working

Posted on June 2, 2011 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly- Episode #76: Universal Design for Working Episode Overview- This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by the book The Practical (and Fun) Guide to Assistive Technology in Public Schools. Learn more … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #74: Contextualized Communication

Posted on May 1, 2011 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly- Episode #74: Contextualized Communication Episode Overview- This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by the book “The Practical (and Fun) Guide to Assistive Technology in Public Schools”. Learn more at … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode 73: UDL for Online Courses

Posted on April 17, 2011 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly- Episode 73: UDL for Online Courses Episode Overview- This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp Systems, provider of award-winning literacy solutions including Read&Write GOLD and Fluency Tutor. … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Special Episode #7: Preschool Conversations 1

Posted on March 31, 2011 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly- Special Episode #7: Preschool Conversations 1 Episode Overview- This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by the book “The Practical (and Fun) Guide to Assistive Technology in Public Schools”. Learn more … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #72: Digital Video Strategies

Posted on March 26, 2011 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly- Episode #72- Digital Video Strategies Episode Overview- This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp Systems, provider of award-winning literacy solutions including Read&Write GOLD and Fluency Tutor. For more information, … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Special Episode #6: Kindergarten Conversations 1

Posted on March 26, 2011 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly- Special Episode #6: Kindergarten Conversations 1 Episode Overview- This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by The Practical (and Fun) Guide to Assistive Technology in Public Schools. Learn more at http://iste.org/chewat. … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Recipient of The Busy Educator Award!

Posted on March 19, 2011 by Christopher Bugaj

The A.T.TIPSCAST is the recent recipient of The Busy Educator Award! Check out the website below to learn more about The Busy Educator! http://thebusyeducator.com

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Episode #71: Wallwisher at Temple University

Posted on March 12, 2011 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly- Episode #71: Wallwisher at Temple University Episode Overview- This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by The Practical (and Fun) Guide to Assistive Technology in Public Schools. Learn more at http://iste.org/chewat. … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #70: Melissa’s Math Madness

Posted on February 27, 2011 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly- Episode #70: Melissa’s Math Madness Episode Overview- This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp Systems, provider of award-winning literacy solutions including Read&Write GOLD and Fluency Tutor. For more information, … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Special Episode #5: Podcasting 101 – Mardi Gras Style

Posted on February 25, 2011 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly- Special Episode #5: Podcasting 101 – Mardi Gras Episode Overview- Special Episode #5 features a quick introduction to podcasting with a little bit of Mardi Gras nonsense thrown in for fun. Melissa Bugaj, host of … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #69: Alternative Professional Development @ Techknowledgy 2010

Posted on February 8, 2011 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly- http://www.cyberears.com/cybrss/11374.mp3 Episode Overview- This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by The Practical (and Fun) Guide to Assistive Technology in Public Schools. Learn more at http://iste.org/chewat. Episode #69 is features another … Continue reading →

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Episode #68: AT Smackdown @ ATIA 2011 Orlando

Posted on February 1, 2011 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly- http://www.cyberears.com/cybrss/11320.mp3 Episode Overview- This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp Systems, provider of award-winning literacy solutions including Read&Write GOLD and Fluency Tutor. For more information, go to www.texthelp.com. Episode … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode 67: Glogster at Temple University

Posted on December 30, 2010 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly- Episode 67: Glogster at Temple University Episode Overview- This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp Systems, provider of award-winning literacy solutions including Read&Write GOLD and Fluency Tutor. For more … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #66 – A.T. Smackdown at Techknowledgy 2010

Posted on November 26, 2010 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly- Episode 66: AT Smackdown Techknowledgy 2010 Episode Overview- This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp Systems, provider of award-winning literacy solutions including Read&Write GOLD and Fluency Tutor. For more … Continue reading →

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Edublog Award Nominations 2010

Posted on November 22, 2010 by Christopher Bugaj

Hello there everyone, This is a blog-only post. There isn’t any new audio, or official A.T.TIPSCAST episode, associated with this post but don’t click away yet! This post outlines my nominations for the 2010 Edublog Awards. In my experience most … Continue reading →

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Episode #65: AT Smackdown @ ATIA Chicago 2010

Posted on November 5, 2010 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly- http://www.cyberears.com/cybrss/10687.mp3 Episode Overview- This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp Systems, provider of award-winning literacy solutions including Read&Write GOLD and Fluency Tutor. For more information, go to www.texthelp.com. Episode #65 features … Continue reading →

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Episode #64: Spaceman

Posted on November 1, 2010 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly- Episode 64: Spaceman Episode Overview- This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp Systems, provider of award-winning literacy solutions including Read&Write GOLD and Fluency Tutor. For more information, go to … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode 63: Saber Saw’s Game

Posted on October 12, 2010 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly- Episode 63: Saber Saw’s Game Episode Overview- This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp Systems, provider of award-winning literacy solutions including Read&Write GOLD and Fluency Tutor. For more … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #62: 9/11 & Service

Posted on August 28, 2010 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly- Episode #62: 9/11 & Service Episode Overview- This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp Systems, provider of award-winning literacy solutions including Read&Write GOLD and Fluency Tutor. For more information, … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #61: Room (Re-)Arranging

Posted on August 19, 2010 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly- Episode #61- Room (Re-)Arranging Episode Overview- This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp Systems, provider of award-winning literacy solutions including Read&Write GOLD and Fluency Tutor. For more information, go … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #60: Three Random Recommendations

Posted on July 4, 2010 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly- Episode #60: Three Random Recommendations Episode Overview- This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp Systems, provider of award-winning literacy solutions including Read&Write GOLD and Fluency Tutor. For more information, … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #59: Listener Feedback, Part 3

Posted on June 20, 2010 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly- Episode #59: Listener Feedback, Part 3 Episode Overview- This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp Systems, provider of award-winning literacy solutions including Read&Write GOLD and Fluency Tutor. For more … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #58: Text – to – Movie

Posted on June 8, 2010 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly- Episode #58: Text – to – Movie Episode Overview- This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp Systems, provider of award-winning literacy solutions including Read&Write GOLD and Fluency Tutor. For … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episohd #57: 2 Kwik Spallng Reesehorsez

Posted on May 30, 2010 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly- Episohd #57: 2 Kwik Spallng Reesehorsez Episode Overview- This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp Systems, provider of award-winning literacy solutions including Read&Write GOLD and Fluency Tutor. For more … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #56: Typing Tutors, Part 2

Posted on May 18, 2010 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly- Episode #56: Typing Tutors, Part 2 Episode Overview- This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp Systems, provider of award-winning literacy solutions including Read&Write GOLD and Fluency Tutor. For more … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #55: Typing Tutors, Part 1

Posted on May 10, 2010 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly- Episode #55: Typing Tutors, Part 1 Episode Overview- This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp Systems, provider of award-winning literacy solutions including Read&Write GOLD and Fluency Tutor. For more … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #54: The Small Mermaid

Posted on April 24, 2010 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly- Episode #54: The Small Mermaid Download a free PDF of the story- Episode #54: The Small Mermaid (PDF) Episode Overview- This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #53: High Contrast in Windows

Posted on April 7, 2010 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly- Episode #53: High Contrast in Windows Episode Overview- This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp Systems, provider of award-winning literacy solutions including Read&Write GOLD and Fluency Tutor. For more … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #52: Puzzles- More Than Meets The Eye

Posted on April 1, 2010 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly- Episode #52: Puzzles- More Than Meets The Eye Episode Overview- This episode of the A.T.TIPSCAST is sponsored by Texthelp Systems, provider of award-winning literacy solutions including Read&Write GOLD and Fluency Tutor. … Continue reading →

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Bookmarks: The Complete Set

Posted on March 26, 2010 by Christopher Bugaj

Hello everyone, Download the complete set of bookmarks: Complete Set There is no new podcast episode with this post. This is a complete set of all the bookmarks in one PDF document. Each bookmark features a character from a cartoon … Continue reading →

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Bookmark #4: AT Hero

Posted on March 22, 2010 by Christopher Bugaj

Hello everyone, Download the bookmark: AT Hero There is no new podcast episode with this post. This is the fourth bookmark to be released. You’ll be able to find these files here or over at the Facebook Fan Page for the … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #51: Bitstrips for Pragmatic Language

Posted on March 20, 2010 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly- Episode #51: Bitstrips for Pragmatic Language Episode Overview- Hey everyone, Episode #51 features a discussion about the different uses of comics to address pragmatic language difficulties. A.T.TIPS In This Episode- A.T.TIP #83: Bitstrips.com - Comic … Continue reading →

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Question Booklets for Volumes 5, 6, & 7!

Posted on March 18, 2010 by Christopher Bugaj

Hey everyone, No new audio with this post. It is a blog only update to let you know that the Question Booklets for Volume 5, 6, and 7 are now available. If you’re new to the A.T.TIPSCAST and you’re not sure what … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Special Episode #4: ISTE Author Podcast Interview

Posted on March 16, 2010 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly: ISTE Author Podcast Interview Episode Overview- Hey everyone, This special episode features an interview Sally Norton-Darr and I did for the ISTE Author Podcast Series. In the interview we talk about what is … Continue reading →

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Bookmark #3: The Data Collection Monster

Posted on March 15, 2010 by Christopher Bugaj

Hello everyone, Download the bookmark: The Data Collection Monster There is no new podcast episode with this post, but the next one is almost ready! This is the third bookmark to be released. You’ll be able to find these files here … Continue reading →

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Bookmark #2: The Technology Monster

Posted on March 8, 2010 by Christopher Bugaj

Hello everyone, Download the bookmark: The Technology Monster There is no new podcast episode with this post. As a way to help get the word out about the book, we thought it might be fun to pass around some bookmarks … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Special Episode #3: Book Excerpt – Chapter 6

Posted on March 4, 2010 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly: Book Excerpt- Chapter 6: Choosing Assistive Technology Teammates Episode Overview- Hey everyone, This special episode features an excerpt from “The Practical (and Fun) Guide to Assistive Technology in Public Schools” as … Continue reading →

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Bookmarks for Bloggers 1: The Paperwork Monster

Posted on March 2, 2010 by Christopher Bugaj

Hello everyone, Download the bookmark: The Paperwork Monster There is no new podcast episode with this post. As a way to help get the word out about the book, we thought it might be fun to pass around some bookmarks featuring … Continue reading →

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Marketing for “The Practical (and Fun) Guide to Assistive Technology in Public Schools”

Posted on March 2, 2010 by Christopher Bugaj

Hello everyone, No new podcast episode with this post but I do have some book related news. The Practical (and Fun) Guide to Assistive Technology in Public Schools comes out in April 2010. You can pre-order your copy now from www.iste.org/chewat. … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #50- Talking Heads:Videoconferencing

Posted on February 20, 2010 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly- Episode #50- Talking Heads: Videoconferencing Episode Overview- Hey everyone, Episode #50 features a discussion about the educational uses of video conferencing. The episode features a special segment from Claire, the daughter of one of my colleagues, … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #49: AutoCorrect in Word

Posted on February 7, 2010 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly- Episode #49: AutoCorrect in Word Episode Overview- Hey everyone, Episode #49 features a description of how to use the Autocorrect function of Microsoft Word as a way to practice errorless learning. … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #48: Vozme

Posted on January 16, 2010 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly- Episode #48: Vozme Episode Overview- Hey everyone, Episode #48 features an interview with the free to use website Vozme.com. To my knowledge, this is the first time in history when a person actually … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #47: x2

Posted on January 1, 2010 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly- Episode #47: x2 Episode Overview- Hey everyone, Episode #47 features an interview with Proby Patel, a fourth year medical student at Ross University. Proby and I discuss strategies for managing the … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #46: Wordtalk

Posted on December 20, 2009 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly: Episode 46: Wordtalk Episode Overview- Hey everyone, Episode #46 features another excerpt from the presentation for the Individual Differences in Learning Association in Howard County, Maryland. This excerpt describes WordTalk; a free text-to-speech plug-in for … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #45: Sequencing with PowerPoint

Posted on December 11, 2009 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly: Episode #45: Sequencing with PowerPoint Episode Overview- Hey everyone, Episode #45 features a brief breakdown of the skill of sequencing followed by a recording of a portion of a presentation I … Continue reading →

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Edublog Awards 2009: My Nominations

Posted on December 4, 2009 by Christopher Bugaj

Hello there everyone, This is a blog-only post. There isn’t any new audio, or official A.T.TIPSCAST episode, associated with this post but don’t click away yet! This post outlines my nominations for the 2009 Edublog Awards. In my experience most … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #44: Alternative Professional Development @ PUWT09

Posted on November 24, 2009 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly: Episode #44 Episode Overview- Hey everyone, Episode #44 is up for your listening pleasure and boy is it a doozy! It clocks in at just under 42 minutes! Yikes! Episode #44 is kind … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode 43: Listener Feedback, For Real – Part 2

Posted on November 13, 2009 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly: Episode #43: Listener Feedback, For Real – Part 2 Episode Overview- Hey everyone, Episode #43 is up for your listening pleasure! Episode #43 features some more feedback from listeners of the … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode 42: Count Edula’s Game

Posted on October 19, 2009 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly: Episode 42: Count Edula’s Game Episode Overview: Hey everyone, Run! Run! Run for your lives! Episode #42 is up for your listening pleasure! Episode #42 features a visit to Count Edula’s mansion where … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #41: Listener Feedback, For Real – Part 1.

Posted on October 18, 2009 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly: Episode #41 Episode Overview- Hey everyone, Episode #41 is up for your listening pleasure! Episode #41 features some feedback from listeners of the show. There was too much feedback to fit … Continue reading →

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Halloween Party Invitation

Posted on October 15, 2009 by Christopher Bugaj

Hello all, The next episode should be coming out shortly but, in the meantime, something strange happened. I received this strange invitation today when I got home from work. Check it out: CEInvite

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A.T.TIPSCAST Special Episode: Big Announcement #2- The Book

Posted on September 26, 2009 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly: Special Episode: Big Announcement #2 -The Book Hey everyone, Well this was the big secret project I’ve been working on that I had mentioned in previous episodes. I introduce to you … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #40: Night Light Stories

Posted on July 15, 2009 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly: Episode #40 Episode Overview- Hey everyone, Episode #40 is up for your listening pleasure! Episode #40 features an interview with Miss Mel, the host of the Night Light Stories podcast which … Continue reading →

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Volume 4 Question Booklets are now available!

Posted on July 15, 2009 by Christopher Bugaj

Hey everyone, No new audio with this post. It is a blog only update to let you know that the Question Booklets for Volume 4 are now available. If you’re new to the A.T.TIPCAST and you’re not sure what that … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #39: Photo Album in PowerPoint

Posted on June 28, 2009 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly: Episode #39 Episode Overview- Hey everyone, Episode #39 is up for your listening pleasure! Episode #39 describes different ways to utilize the Photo Album feature of Microsoft PowerPoint to facilitate digital storytelling. The episode features a discussion with … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #38: Graphic Organizer Interview – Part 2

Posted on June 27, 2009 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly: Episode #38 Episode Overview- Hey everyone, Episode #38 is up for your listening pleasure! Episode #38 features Part 2 of the interview with Chris Cummins, a high school English teacher and adjunct … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #37: Graphic Organizer Interview – Part 1

Posted on June 24, 2009 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly: Episode #37 Episode Overview- Hey everyone, Episode #37 is up for your listening pleasure! Episode #37 features Part 1 of a two part interview with Chris Cummins, a high school English teacher and adjunct professor … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #36: CAST Book Builder Discussion

Posted on June 12, 2009 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly: Episode #36 Episode Overview- Hey everyone, Episode #36 is up for your listening pleasure! Episode #36 features a discussion about Book Builder by Sally Norton-Darr, Judith Schoonover, and Mark Nichols. They … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #35: ART of this world

Posted on May 30, 2009 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly: Episode #35 Episode Overview- Hey everyone, Episode #35 is up for your listening pleasure! Episode #35 describes two websites that contain online painting programs. The episode also features a bumper from … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #34: Digital Visual Feedback Modulators

Posted on May 24, 2009 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly: Episode #34 Hey everyone, Episode #34 is up for your listening pleasure! Episode #34 describes another strategy for assisting students who have trouble maintaining appropriate volume while speaking. The episode also features … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #33: Voice Feedback Modulators

Posted on May 21, 2009 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly: Episode #33 Hey everyone, Episode #33 is up for your listening pleasure! Episode #33 describes a strategy for assisting students who have trouble maintaining appropriate volume, rate, or pitch when speaking. … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST SPECIAL EPISODE: Big Announcement #1 – Professional Development

Posted on May 7, 2009 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly: Special Episode: Big Announcement #1 – Professional Development Hey everyone, I’ve put together a professional development packet for you to download and use within your school or school district. Here is how it … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #32: Gift Ideas for Students with Severe Disabilities

Posted on April 28, 2009 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly: Episode #32 Hey everyone, Episode #32 is up for your listening pleasure! Episode #32 is mostly an audio version of my guest blog post over at Patrick Black’s blog Teaching All … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #31: Packing Peanuts

Posted on April 8, 2009 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly: Episode #31 Hey everyone, Episode #31 is up for your listening pleasure! Episode #31 describes the diabolical event that happened to me on April 1st, 2009. It also describes different ways … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #30: NAREN 09- Top 3 (Part 2)

Posted on March 11, 2009 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly: Episode #30 Hey everyone, Episode #30 is up for your listening pleasure! Episode #30 is the second of a two-part feature on the top three things I learned at the National … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #29: NAREN 09 – Top 3 (Part 1)

Posted on March 4, 2009 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly: Episode #29 Hey everyone, Episode #29 is up for your listening pleasure! Episode #29 is the first of a two-part feature on the top three things I learned at the National At-Risk Education … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #28: The “I’m finished” box

Posted on February 2, 2009 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly: Episode #28 Hey everyone, Episode #28 is up for your listening pleasure! Episode #28 features a strategy to help students keep their work areas clutter free called the “I’m finished” box. … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #27: Transportation Interview-Part 2

Posted on January 11, 2009 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a direct link to Episode #27 Hey everyone, Episode #27 is up for your listening pleasure! Episode #27 features the second and final part of the interview pertaining to transportation. During this part of the interview we brainstorm ideas for using technology during … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #26: Transportation Interview- Part 1

Posted on January 4, 2009 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly: Episode #26 Hey everyone, Episode #26 is up for your listening pleasure! Episode #26 features the first of a two-part interview pertaining to transportation and education. During this part of the interview we discuss … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #25: Who’s Who?

Posted on December 21, 2008 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly: Episode #25 Hey everyone, Episode #25 is up for your listening pleasure! Episode #25 discusses the creation of a Who’s Who? book that can be created for or with students which can be read over … Continue reading →

A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #24: Brainline.org Interview

Posted on December 5, 2008 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly: Episode #24 Hey everyone, Episode #24 is up for your listening pleasure! Episode #24 features an interview with George Washington University graduate student Chelsea Feist who is also interning at … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #23: Wiggle, Push, Paste

Posted on November 14, 2008 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly: Episode #23 Hey everyone, Episode #23 is up for your listening pleasure! Episode #23 describes how to quickly and easily capture the image on your computer screen so it can be … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #22: Google Maps for CBI

Posted on October 23, 2008 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly: Episode #22 Hey everyone, Episode #22 is up for your listening pleasure! Episode #22 describes different ways to use Google Maps to help students who participate in Community Based Instruction (CBI). Also, there … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST: Winner of the Best Professional Development Podcast Award

Posted on October 14, 2008 by Christopher Bugaj

Hey everyone, Sorry, still no new audio content but that will change in the next few weeks. In the meantime, there has been some news surrounding the A.T.TIPSCAST. The A.T.TIPSCAST won the award for Best Professional Development Podcast during the Third … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST reaches #10 on CyberEars.com!

Posted on September 10, 2008 by Christopher Bugaj

Hello everyone, No new audio content yet as I am still working my tail off on the top secret assistive technology project. In all seriousness I’ve been putting in at least 10 hours a week into the new project so I hope … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #21: Audacity for Reading Fluency

Posted on August 14, 2008 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly: Episode #21 Hey everyone, Episode #21 is up for your listening pleasure! Episode #21 describes the strategy of using the free, open source software Audacity to assist students in learning to … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #20: Motivational Plans

Posted on June 1, 2008 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly: Episode #20 ey everyone, Episode #20 is up for your listening pleasure! Episode #20 describes the strategy of using a motivational plan to help reinforce appropriate behavior. Episode #20 also marks … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #19: Sabotage!

Posted on May 24, 2008 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly: Episode #19 Hey everyone, Episode #19 is up for your listening pleasure. May is “Better Hearing and Speech Month” and I haven’t mentioned it yet so far in the podcast, well, … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #18: Amorphous Visual Schedules

Posted on May 17, 2008 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly: Episode #18 Hey everyone, Episode #18 is up for your listening pleasure. In Episode #18 AMORPHOUS visual schedules are discussed. Below are some examples of AMORPHOUS (or Non-linear) visual schedules. A.T.TIP … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #17: Linear Visual Schedules

Posted on May 10, 2008 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly: Episode #17 Hey everyone, Episode #17 is up for your listening pleasure. In Episode #17 linear visual schedules are discussed. Below you will find examples of both horizontal and vertical linear … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #16: Listener Feedback, Sort Of

Posted on May 3, 2008 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly: Episode #16 Hey everyone, Episode #16 is up for your listening pleasure. In Episode #16 I answer questions from e-mails and voicemails submitted by “listeners” to the show. Four new A.T. … Continue reading →

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A.T.TIPSCAST Episode #15: First-Then Boards

Posted on April 26, 2008 by Christopher Bugaj

Here is a link to download the audio directly: Episode #15 Hey everyone, Episode #15 is up for your listening pleasure. Episode #15 describes how to create and implement a First-Then board with students who need help following directions or … Continue reading →