Date
Thursday, October 15, 2026
Time
3:00 PM - 3:50 PM
Location Name
BL 25
Name
Technology: The Bridge to Inclusive Improvement
Description
Students with disabilities continue to lag behind peers in academic achievement, graduation rates, & post-school outcomes despite decades of research on effective instruction, neuroscience, & learner variability. One major barrier is the separation of special education from general education systems. This interactive session explores how technology can bridge those silos while increasing access & support for all learners. Participants will examine how intentional technology integration can normalize learner variability, strengthen learner agency, reduce stigma around accommodations, & raise expectations for achievement across content areas.
Through reflection, discussion, and collaborative problem-solving, participants will a) identify systemic and attitudinal barriers to effective inclusion of students with disabilities & b) develop practical strategies for using technology to improve learning outcomes for all in school & beyond.
Speakers
Session Type
Traditional Workshop
Track
Special Education
Secondary Track
Equity and Inclusion
Primary Audience
School and District Leadership
Secondary Audience
Special Education
Fall Conference Strands
Connect
MA DLCS Strands
Computing and Society, Digital Tools and Collaboration