Inclusive Learning Technologies Initiative

The three year Inclusive Learning Technologies Initiative focuses on a 21st Century response to support the learning needs of all Calgary Board of Education (CBE) learners by exploring new and emerging technologies, as well as providing accessibility and support for students with unique learning needs

In Year One of this initiative, two Programs addressing the complexity and diversity of CBE students were selected. Focusing on a model of inclusion, approximately 30 schools with a GATE (Gifted and Talented Education) or a Bridges, New Directions, Nexus or STOP Program were selected. These sites were provided with a variety of resources addressing the complexity and diversity of these students. Support was provided to educators through extensive professional learning opportunities.

Major Outcomes of the initiative include:

• Exploring the potential of new and emerging technologies to accommodate the unique learning needs of students in the system
• Identifying ongoing support required for educators to access and successfully implement  technologies that support the diverse learning needs of students
• Conducting action research which explores the impact that new and emerging technologies has on student learning and engagement and on the practice of teachers who are engaged in designing learning experiences

For further information contact: Pauline Auld pmauld@cbe.ab.ca