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Communication Pathway
Room 1.19

Transforming Learning with Technology: Supporting Diverse Learners through iPads and Accessible Tools

Length of presentation is 40 mins (12:20 - 1:00pm)

Many schools have already integrated iPads into their teaching and learning strategies, and with the ongoing rollout of iPads in various local authorities across the country, we now have a powerful educational tool available in classrooms. Used effectively, this technology is particularly beneficial for supporting learners with diverse needs, including those facing challenges in communication, English as an Additional Language (EAL), and dyslexia. 

Even with a limited number of devices, teachers can transform language and communication learning for all students, whether in mainstream, Special Education Needs (SEN), or other inclusive education settings. 

In this session, I will provide an overview of a series of accessibility-focused lessons I co-created and demonstrate how iPads and laptops can be effectively used in the classroom. You'll discover how short, targeted activities can support learners while also alleviating teacher workload, particularly when it comes to differentiating phonics and spelling instruction. 

Presenter(s):
Linsey Miller, Sacred Heart Primary, Grangemouth

Suitable for:
Primary

Dyslexia Pathway
Room 1.21

Whose Device Is It Anyway? Accessible Technology for All Learners

Length of presentation is 40 mins (12:20 - 1:00pm)

Join Midlothian pupils for this panel discussion about what makes learning accessible and how technology can help (or hinder) the process. Hear first hand from pupils about what works, what doesn’t and what they believe the future needs to look like when it comes to accessible learning. 

Presenter(s):
Midlothian pupils and Susan Ward, QIO Digital Inclusion and Learning

Suitable for:
Secondary, FE & HE

Complex Needs Pathway
Room 1.20

Why Lumio? What accessibility features does Lumio offer for our learners?

Length of presentation is 40 mins (12:20 - 1:00pm)

In this workshop Laura will share Lumio's accessibility features to support diverse learners. This session offers an overview of practical strategies that educators can implement in their primary classrooms to create inclusive learning environments. Discover how Lumio's tools can help address various learning needs, from visual and auditory support to interactive and customisable content. Whether you're new to Lumio or looking to deepen your understanding, this workshop will equip you with the knowledge to enhance student engagement and success. 

Presenter(s):
Laura Peden, Pitteuchar East Primary School

Suitable for:
Primary