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History Of Geoboard

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Dive into history, and you will find that educators across the globe have been using different types of manipulatives for decades to help students comprehend mathematical concepts. This is especially true for young learners. The first physical math manipulative was invented in the late 1800s. As people started appreciating the positive outcomes of using manipulatives … Read more

Assistive Technology: History, Types, And Benefits

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what is Assistive technology ?

When you use a hearing aid to compensate for your listening disabilities, you are actually wielding assistive technology. About 26% US population suffers from disabilities[1], which can be visible (physical deformities), or invisible (neuropsychological such as learning disabilities), sometimes abilities diminish with aging too. That is why there has to be some arrangement that can … Read more