Empowering Literacy Through Accessible Digital Libraries: Monarch Reader
Date & Time:
Thursday Nov 21, 2024, 10:00 AM in Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Target Audience: AT/Paraprofessionals/Sped Administrators/ Sped Teachers / Practitioners
Registration:
Participants must register to receive the webinar link. REGISTER NOW Participants will learn:
1. Explore practical applications: Attendees will learn at least two concrete ways they can implement or advocate for using accessible books in their educational settings.
2. Recognize the potential impact on literacy: Participants will be able to articulate how Monarch Reader addresses current challenges in literacy education, including diverse learning needs, access to quality materials, and engagement in the digital age.
3. Understanding the unique benefits of Monarch Reader: We will explore and address benefits of this free e-book platform, such as its accessibility options, adaptable content, and engagement tools.
Speaker Name: Trisha Johnson
Trisha Johnson has been an advocate for learners for the last 26 years and now serves as the president of Building Wings. She believes that ALL Means ALL and that all learners can learn reading, writing, and communication skills. She splits her time between Illinois and South Carolina.
Rachell Johnson, MCD., CCC-SLP, ATP
Program Manager
SC Assistive Technology Program
Center for Disability Resources
8301 Farrow Road
Columbia, SC 29203
rachell.johnson@uscmed.sc.edu
https://sc.edu/medicine/scatp
Phone: 803-935-5301 | Fax: 803-935-5342 | Toll Free: 800-915-4522
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