Leslie DiChiara
@ldichiara.bsky.social
Assistive Technology Specialist ✨ Accessibility Advocate ✨ UDL Educator ✨ EdTech Enthusiast ✨ Cert Apple Teacher ✨ Seesaw Ambassador ✨ Kami Certified Educator ✨ Book Creator Ambassador ✨ Blogger ✨Mom of 2
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Thank you Gov. Mills for having the strength to speak out.
Gov. Mills: I’ll comply with the state and federal laws
Trump: We are the federal law. You better do it because you’re not going to get any federal funds.
Gov Mills: See you in court
Trump: We are the federal law. You better do it because you’re not going to get any federal funds.
Gov Mills: See you in court
February 22, 2025 at 3:06 PM
Thank you Gov. Mills for having the strength to speak out.
This is going to be a podcast you should be sure to follow and give a listen to! Can’t wait for the first episode!
#EduSky
#EduSky
New resource alert! Hey #EduSky friends- New fun & unique podcast launching soon 4 any age & will be an awesome listen for ur students on history facts u may not know! bit.ly/RHistory25 #TeachingHistory #UDL @techmia.bsky.social
Introduction to the Rabbit Hole History
The Rabbit Hole History · Episode
bit.ly
February 3, 2025 at 12:28 AM
This is going to be a podcast you should be sure to follow and give a listen to! Can’t wait for the first episode!
#EduSky
#EduSky
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If you pair light colors (yellow text on white background) or dark colors (dark blue text on black background), users will struggle to read your content. Understanding color contrast will help you better serve all users, especially those with low vision.
webaim.org/articles/con...
webaim.org/articles/con...
WebAIM: Contrast and Color Accessibility - Understanding WCAG 2 Contrast and Color Requirements
webaim.org
February 1, 2025 at 5:21 PM
If you pair light colors (yellow text on white background) or dark colors (dark blue text on black background), users will struggle to read your content. Understanding color contrast will help you better serve all users, especially those with low vision.
webaim.org/articles/con...
webaim.org/articles/con...
The White House has already started moving forward with a bill to terminate the Department of Education (see the introduction of H.R.899) www.congress.gov/bill/119th-c... There isn’t much of a description or plan, but I can only imagine what’s to come. #EduSky
www.congress.gov
February 2, 2025 at 3:50 PM
The White House has already started moving forward with a bill to terminate the Department of Education (see the introduction of H.R.899) www.congress.gov/bill/119th-c... There isn’t much of a description or plan, but I can only imagine what’s to come. #EduSky
If you’re not following @allmeansallpodcast.bsky.social, don’t wait! I love their podcast, especially this latest episode, featuring @mmatp.bsky.social, focusing on the importance of connections & building a #PLN which has been essential for me as an AT Specialist. #allmeansall #atchat #CommunAT
Wrapping up #ATIA225 with so much gratitude for our shading community ❤️ In our latest episode, @mmatp.bsky.social shares his reflections from the conference. You are a part of our community - let’s keep the conversation going.
Listen now on Spotify or Apple Podcasts. #AllMeansALL #CommunAT
Listen now on Spotify or Apple Podcasts. #AllMeansALL #CommunAT
February 2, 2025 at 3:40 PM
If you’re not following @allmeansallpodcast.bsky.social, don’t wait! I love their podcast, especially this latest episode, featuring @mmatp.bsky.social, focusing on the importance of connections & building a #PLN which has been essential for me as an AT Specialist. #allmeansall #atchat #CommunAT
Every student requires support and accommodations in one way or another. It is important we see all of our students as individuals and presume potential in order for them to succeed. #EduSky #EduSkyChat #ATChat #AllMeansAll #InclusionMatters
December 13, 2024 at 1:58 PM
Every student requires support and accommodations in one way or another. It is important we see all of our students as individuals and presume potential in order for them to succeed. #EduSky #EduSkyChat #ATChat #AllMeansAll #InclusionMatters
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If a student is having trouble with an assignment, the goal of intervention time isn't to get through the assignment. The goal of any intervention is to improve the transferable skill that is at the root of the challenge. Homework help isn't intervention. #LeadInclusion #EduSky #InclusiveEd
November 27, 2024 at 12:33 AM
If a student is having trouble with an assignment, the goal of intervention time isn't to get through the assignment. The goal of any intervention is to improve the transferable skill that is at the root of the challenge. Homework help isn't intervention. #LeadInclusion #EduSky #InclusiveEd
Reframing our view point on inclusion and removing ableist mindsets helps to develop inclusive habits that become part of everyday way of life. #EduSky #EduSkyChat #ATchat #AllMeansAll #InclusionMatters
December 8, 2024 at 3:21 PM
Reframing our view point on inclusion and removing ableist mindsets helps to develop inclusive habits that become part of everyday way of life. #EduSky #EduSkyChat #ATchat #AllMeansAll #InclusionMatters
Love all of the latest updates, especially the background remover tool and the monthly activity calendar! #EduSky #EduSkyChat #ATchat #alttextchallenge
🎉 Our December Newsletter is Live! 🎉
Packed with the latest updates, tips, and resources for educators. Don’t miss out—read it now! 📖
👉 bookcreator.com/resources/ne... #EduSky
Packed with the latest updates, tips, and resources for educators. Don’t miss out—read it now! 📖
👉 bookcreator.com/resources/ne... #EduSky
December 2024 - Book Creator app
Here's the third edition of our new monthly Tech Notes newsletter - exclusively for Book Creator admins and community members
bookcreator.com
December 3, 2024 at 6:36 PM
Love all of the latest updates, especially the background remover tool and the monthly activity calendar! #EduSky #EduSkyChat #ATchat #alttextchallenge
Always grateful 4 my #communAT that I am surrounded by who embodied everything in this post. @techmia.bsky.social @wernedat.bsky.social @ksuding.bsky.social @hillary-atp.bsky.social @sarahgregoryslp.bsky.social @mmatp.bsky.social @bethposs.bsky.social @cfrost-at.bsky.social and so many more… #atchat
November 30, 2024 at 3:17 AM
Always grateful 4 my #communAT that I am surrounded by who embodied everything in this post. @techmia.bsky.social @wernedat.bsky.social @ksuding.bsky.social @hillary-atp.bsky.social @sarahgregoryslp.bsky.social @mmatp.bsky.social @bethposs.bsky.social @cfrost-at.bsky.social and so many more… #atchat
Just watched #OutOfMyMind. What a beautiful journey sharing the complexities that so many people w/ disabilities face daily. It serves as a healthy reminder for all that disability does not equal inability. Would love to hear others feelings & take aways below. #AllMeansAll #atchat #InclusiveSkyChat
November 25, 2024 at 3:44 AM
Just watched #OutOfMyMind. What a beautiful journey sharing the complexities that so many people w/ disabilities face daily. It serves as a healthy reminder for all that disability does not equal inability. Would love to hear others feelings & take aways below. #AllMeansAll #atchat #InclusiveSkyChat
A friendly and important reminder that “No student is too anything to be able to read or write.”
November 22, 2024 at 12:39 PM
A friendly and important reminder that “No student is too anything to be able to read or write.”
The One Pagers in Book Creator are a game changer for quick tutorials or resources for educators to reference on the go! If you’re not already using @bookcreator.com, don’t wait! It’s by far one of my favorite and versatile tools in my tech toolkit! #EduSkyChat #EduSky #InstructionalTech #ATchat
Good morning, #EduSky Book Creators! 🌟
Are you an instructional coach looking for ready-to-use resources?
We’ve created a collection of handy one-pagers, perfect for printing and sharing during your lunch-and-learns or coaching sessions!
bookcreator.com/resources/on...
Are you an instructional coach looking for ready-to-use resources?
We’ve created a collection of handy one-pagers, perfect for printing and sharing during your lunch-and-learns or coaching sessions!
bookcreator.com/resources/on...
November 21, 2024 at 11:21 PM
The One Pagers in Book Creator are a game changer for quick tutorials or resources for educators to reference on the go! If you’re not already using @bookcreator.com, don’t wait! It’s by far one of my favorite and versatile tools in my tech toolkit! #EduSkyChat #EduSky #InstructionalTech #ATchat
Coming to ATIA 2025? Be sure to join us for a full day of learning and growing together at our AT Design Lab preconference session. Expand your #CommunAT while learning more about Inclusive Technology practices. #ATchat #EduSkyChat #InclusiveSkyChat
Register at: atia.org/precon/
Register at: atia.org/precon/
November 21, 2024 at 5:01 PM
Coming to ATIA 2025? Be sure to join us for a full day of learning and growing together at our AT Design Lab preconference session. Expand your #CommunAT while learning more about Inclusive Technology practices. #ATchat #EduSkyChat #InclusiveSkyChat
Register at: atia.org/precon/
Register at: atia.org/precon/
Reposted by Leslie DiChiara
For beginners, it can be difficult to know what to put in alt text, as well as when alt text is needed and when it isn't. This decision tree helps you determine what to do, based on specific situations.
www.w3.org/WAI/tutorial...
www.w3.org/WAI/tutorial...
An alt Decision Tree
Accessibility resources free online from the international standards organization: W3C Web Accessibility Initiative (WAI).
www.w3.org
November 21, 2024 at 4:53 AM
For beginners, it can be difficult to know what to put in alt text, as well as when alt text is needed and when it isn't. This decision tree helps you determine what to do, based on specific situations.
www.w3.org/WAI/tutorial...
www.w3.org/WAI/tutorial...
New to @bsky.app? It’s a great time to familiarize yourself with the accessibility settings and toggle on the alt text!
Go to Settings > Accessibility & make sure "Require alt text before posting" is toggled on.
Love the forethought for accessibility. #alttextchallenge #atchat #eduskychat #a11y
Go to Settings > Accessibility & make sure "Require alt text before posting" is toggled on.
Love the forethought for accessibility. #alttextchallenge #atchat #eduskychat #a11y
November 19, 2024 at 7:31 PM
New to @bsky.app? It’s a great time to familiarize yourself with the accessibility settings and toggle on the alt text!
Go to Settings > Accessibility & make sure "Require alt text before posting" is toggled on.
Love the forethought for accessibility. #alttextchallenge #atchat #eduskychat #a11y
Go to Settings > Accessibility & make sure "Require alt text before posting" is toggled on.
Love the forethought for accessibility. #alttextchallenge #atchat #eduskychat #a11y
Reposted by Leslie DiChiara
Introduction for new followers: I mostly share on education, accessible technology, and disability. A few months ago, I was grateful to share a piece of my story on CBS Mornings. 1/2
Nonspeaking autistic woman embarks on journey to advocate for disability rights
At 29 years old, Jordyn Zimmerman is autistic and nonspeaking but she's making her voice heard on some of the most prestigious stages. Jamie Wax sat down with Zimmerman in her first broadcast televisi...
www.cbsnews.com
November 17, 2024 at 5:53 PM
Introduction for new followers: I mostly share on education, accessible technology, and disability. A few months ago, I was grateful to share a piece of my story on CBS Mornings. 1/2
Reposted by Leslie DiChiara
#ATchat and our #CommunAT If you loved tweetdeck, check out deck.blue which gives you all the things you 💜 about that.
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Get the most out of Bluesky with a multi-column layout
deck.blue
November 17, 2024 at 6:01 PM
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I created a Starter Pack to help us rebuild our community focused on Assistive Technology, UDL, Inclusive Educational Practices. go.bsky.app/HFLsk2M Want to be added? Respond to this post and I will add you to the list #ATchat
November 13, 2024 at 1:54 PM
I created a Starter Pack to help us rebuild our community focused on Assistive Technology, UDL, Inclusive Educational Practices. go.bsky.app/HFLsk2M Want to be added? Respond to this post and I will add you to the list #ATchat
Reposted by Leslie DiChiara
Join the first #EduSkyChat Monday 11/18 at 6pmPT/9pmET
It will be a fun 30 minutes of connecting, collaborating, and community building.
Don't worry if you're new or rusty (I am too!) We will all be there to help and support each other.
Can't wait to enjoy an evening with you! #EduSky 💙🦋
It will be a fun 30 minutes of connecting, collaborating, and community building.
Don't worry if you're new or rusty (I am too!) We will all be there to help and support each other.
Can't wait to enjoy an evening with you! #EduSky 💙🦋
November 15, 2024 at 11:40 PM
Join the first #EduSkyChat Monday 11/18 at 6pmPT/9pmET
It will be a fun 30 minutes of connecting, collaborating, and community building.
Don't worry if you're new or rusty (I am too!) We will all be there to help and support each other.
Can't wait to enjoy an evening with you! #EduSky 💙🦋
It will be a fun 30 minutes of connecting, collaborating, and community building.
Don't worry if you're new or rusty (I am too!) We will all be there to help and support each other.
Can't wait to enjoy an evening with you! #EduSky 💙🦋
An incredible resource to help familiarize yourself or others with the AT myths and facts.
Matching game launched & I love it so much! 👇
Guidance on Myths & Facts Surrounding Assistive Technology (AT)! Free download cites.cast.org/get-started/...
Use this game 4 ur own professional learning or an activity in providing training #ATchat #InclusiveTech #EdTech @techmia.bsky.social #UDL
Guidance on Myths & Facts Surrounding Assistive Technology (AT)! Free download cites.cast.org/get-started/...
Use this game 4 ur own professional learning or an activity in providing training #ATchat #InclusiveTech #EdTech @techmia.bsky.social #UDL
November 16, 2024 at 11:56 PM
An incredible resource to help familiarize yourself or others with the AT myths and facts.