Breakout
Session
Supporting Young Children within the Learning Environment: Inclusivity and Assistive Technology
About this session
Have you ever wondered how you might structure your Early Childhood learning environment to support the needs of ALL children? Did you know there are simple, low-tech modifications that you can make to ensure an inclusive environment for every child regardless of ability?
Children with disabilities have the right to play and participate in everyday activities with their typically developing peers. However, they may face barriers and obstacles related to access within their environment. Join us to learn more about how Assistive Technology and Inclusive Environments can go hand in hand and how even small changes can help level the field for every child!
Intended Audience: Professionals working with young children
Learning objectives
- Participants will gain a better understanding of how access can prevent barriers for children with disabilities.
- Participants will be able to identify at least four easy, low-tech modifications using everyday items that can be made within a classroom environment to benefit ALL children.
- Participants will gain knowledge about Assistive Technology (AT) and supports available in Nebraska.