Pediatric SIG- The Use of High and Low Technology in Treatment to Optimize Learning and Independence

Chairpersons: Jocelynn B. Wallach, OT, MS, OTR, Esther Bertrand OT, MS, OTR

Date and Time: March 25, 2026, 7-8:30 pm

Location:  Zoom - to be sent out the day before the event

Title: The Use of High and Low Technology in Treatment to Optimize Learning and  Independence

Speaker: Karen Janowski, OT

Learning Objectives:

By the end of this session, participants will be able to:

1. Identify 1-2 low or high technology strategies that align with UDL, IDEA requirements, and support students’ participation in school-based occupations.
2. Apply 1-2 strategies within a treatment session to develop measurable goals and increase a student’s independence across domains
3. Analyze examples of 1-2 low and/or high technology strategies to determine alignment with the student’s present levels of performance, educational relevance, and data collection methods.

Bio: Karen Janowski, OTL is an Inclusive and Assistive Technology Facilitator and President and owner of EdTech Solutions, Inc in Reading, MA, providing professional development, coaching, consultations, and assessments in the Greater Boston area. She presents locally and nationally about assistive, inclusive, and educational technology and co-authored the book, "Inclusive Learning 365: EdTech Strategies for Every Day of the Year" and “Quick Wins Strategy Cards: Tips for Activating Inclusive Learning” from ISTE and ASCD.

References:

Frolek Clark, G., & Polichino, J. (2020). School Occupational Therapy: Staying Focused on Participation and Educational Performance. Journal of Occupational Therapy, Schools, & Early Intervention, 14(1), 19–26. https://doi.org/10.1080/19411243.2020.1776187

Marotta, M,, Janowski, K., Poss, B., Bugaj, C; (2021). Inclusive Learning 365: EdTech Strategies for Every Day of the Year. International Society for Technology in Education

Piller,A., PhD, OTR/L,BCP, Del Pilar Saa, M., OTD, OTR/L, Tremino, I., DrOT, OTR/L, Carrasco Koester, A., OTD, OTR/L, and Stein Duker, L., PhD, OTR/L.(2021). Using Technology to Enhance Sensory Based Interventions. SIS Quarterly Practice Connections – a supplement to OT Practice, American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA), Volume 6, Issue 1, 2-4, February 2021.

This event will close on March 24, 2026. Please Register by 4:00PM on March 24, 2026.