Proposed Digital Platform

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Factual and Social Skills Information provides basic understanding of 10 disabilities and chronic medical conditions, and best practices to encourage social interaction and inclusion.

Videos and Animations
Presentations to introduce facts about disabilities and role-modeling for inclusion in a fun, engaging way for students.

Downloadable Curriculum Guides and Resource Lists
Library of written content to guide lessons and group discussion. Curated multimedia resource lists to enrich and extend the overall experience.

Interactive Activities demonstrate how people with disabilities use technology, strategies and specialized skills in daily life, and teach ways to appreciate differences and find commonalities.

Downloadable Activity Guides
Library of written instructions and scripts to guide small group activities and discussion.

Training Videos
Step-by-step video instruction on presenting activities and leading discussion.

Hands-On Materials and Interactive Software
Explore assistive devices and specialized skills for people with disabilities using hands-on materials or interactive software.

Guest Speakers share their life experiences, describe how they navigate the world and live meaningful lives, and foster connection and respect.

Speaker Search Tools and Scheduler
Online database providing search and connection with local speakers with disabilities or chronic medical conditions to present in person.

Webcasts
Schedule live webcasts with speakers with disabilities or chronic medical conditions.

Videos
Access previously recorded speaker sessions for each of the units.

Tools for Teachers and Administrators enable teachers and administrators to manage and enhance the learning process.

Evaluate and Measure Efficacy
Measure students’ understanding of the concepts using pre- and post-assessment components.

Manage Content
Select program components and create a lesson plan.

Supplemental Materials
Resources for supplementing the lessons, including class assignments, writing prompts and bibliographies.