Kurzweil 3000 Firefly Curriculum Integration Workshop Page


 

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Workshop Description:  Kurzweil is an integrated scan and read software program that provides multisensory access to reading material and tools for reading, writing, test-taking, and learning.   

 

Outcome:  Participants will learn to use the features of Kurzweil 3000 to prepare for Students and Teachers Accessing Tomorrow.

 

Indicator: Participants will be able to use the software effectively and efficiently.

 

Prerequisite Skills: basic keyboarding skills, basic Kurzweil skills

 

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Other Resources:

 

How Blake Middle School uses Kurzweil 3000 in the Classroom Video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P3KSTxDShZo

 

 

Ideas for Use:

§Supports principles of UDL with customizable toolbars and templates.

§Supports multiple tiers of instruction

§Independence/Self-management:  Allows students to plan, control, and evaluate their own work.

§Increases reading/writing fluency and comprehension.

§Students become proficient writers 

§Supports the writing process 

§Provides IEP accommodations/less reliance on a reader/scribe. 

§reduces reading distractibility 

§allows students to demonstrate their knowledge.