In entering college, some students struggle to read large quantities of text, comprehend complex materials and demonstrate their knowledge. This session will address how assistive technology can provide students with the ability keep up with assignments, succeed academically and graduate on time.
Abstract
For students who struggle to read, write, and comprehend at college level due to learning disabilities such as dyslexia, or who are English Language Learners, military veterans, or athletes, the amount of out-of-class reading hours can increase dramatically and jeopardize their ability to complete coursework or even to graduate. Assistive technology (AT), and in particular Kurzweil 3000-firefly, provides tools for postsecondary students that support reading, writing, comprehension and effective study skills in a platform agnostic environment that can help them meet the rigorous demands of college courses. In this presentation, attendees will see the literacy tools built in to Kurzweil 3000-firefly, that enable students to work independently, learn at their own pace and achieve their dreams.
Kepoints
How an all in one literacy solution can help struggling students become independent learners
How an all in one literacy solution can help struggling students use study time effectively
How cloud-based technology provides Disability Directors with a simple way to distribute materials
Speaker Bio(s)
Carol Nees
Carol A. Nees has over 20 years of experience in higher education, holding enrollment, business development and student workshop trainer, positions at the University of Phoenix in Tucson, AZ – where she also earned her MBA. Carol enjoyed working directly with the students, leading career exploration workshops and transfer assessments, focusing on retention, helping students develop study skills and forming learning teams.
Currently, Carol is a sales consultant at Kurzweil Education, serving the Colorado region. She is dedicated to helping students reach their full potential at school and in the workplace.
Carol’s speaking background includes presenting for University of Phoenix at career seminars, YWCA at its Women’s Leadership Conference and charity events, as well as presenting for IBM and United Way at various higher education institutions and career fairs.