The Evolution of Michael’s AT Journey

Leslie Bailiff presents the story of her student Michael, who began using Assistive Technology to support his independent travel as a youngster. By recounting Michael's AT Journey, we will discuss how personal development and skill grow and change, and how a student’s AT grows and changes with him.

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Learning Goals and Objectives

Participants will:

Differentiate assistive technology solutions for orientation and mobility skill development and independent travel
Identify milestones for transitioning student travelers to new AT solutions
Describe teaching strategies for new AT solutions

PRESENTER SUMMARY:
Leslie Bailiff works as an Orientation and Mobility (O&M) Specialist with the San Juan Unified school district where she has been teaching for over 10 years. She is ACVREP certified and enjoys conducting O&M research with Assistive Technology (A.T.) products. She enjoys creativity teaching both O&M skills while integrating A.T. into lessons for children ages 2 ½ to 22 years old. Since 2011, Leslie has acted as a Master teacher for a number of Interns, helping to mentor future Specialists.