Peter,

I received a little more information than what you received.  My response
is pasted below.  Despite my request and the claim of expertise from your
correspondent, the head of the program could not provide a course
syllabus for her 10 week program for which she is charging more than
$6,000.  While she mentions topics, she does not specify exactly what
students should be able to do and what they will know after the program
concludes.  There are few defined outcomes.  Further, it is unclear if
the internships she describes are arranged by the program or if students
are responsible for finding these themselves.

Kelly

From: "Glenda Such" <[log in to unmask]>
To: "Kelly Pierce" <[log in to unmask]>
Subject: RE: adaptive technology teacher training
Date: Saturday, May 11, 2002 1:20 PM

I am attaching the information you requested about the Assistive
Technology
Preparation Program.  We are adding another piece to the flyer, which
will
state that the Lighthouse is able to offer payment plans for tuition as
well
as can accept major credit card payments.

Here is the text of the attachment:

Come to the Lighthouse for a New, High Demand Career in Technology:
Train to Become an Adaptive Technology Instructor


Become one of the few people who are professionally qualified and skilled
in
teaching these technologies. Sign up for Lighthouse International’s new
Assistive Technology Instructor Training Program.

Computers have greatly enhanced career opportunities for people with
impaired vision. New technologies produce synthesized speech, enhanced
large
print and Braille output.  But there are not enough people to teach these
new technologies.

Our unique curriculum affords a new career opportunity for participants
who,
in turn, will help others increase their skills and employment options.

Participants will learn to:
· Develop teaching strategies for users with visual impairments
· Provide instruction in the use of adaptive technology
· Develop consistent training plans with objectives, goals and outcomes
· Report on, and bill for, services


Who Should Apply
Users of adaptive technologies, who are un- or underemployed, are
encouraged
to enroll.  Computer technology instructors and teachers of the visually
impaired can also enhance their skills through this program.


Lighthouse International’s new Assistive Technology Instructor Training
Program

Program Details

Prerequisites:
Some prior work experience is required as well as an aptitude for
technology
and teaching.

Classroom Instruction and Laboratory Work:
· Participants (up to six per program) will attend classes four days a
week
(Monday through Thursday), eight hours a day, for 10 weeks (300 hours).
(Is
that correct?)
· Lab work is included for practice and completion of assigned tasks.

Internship and Ongoing Skills Development:
· Following formal instruction, participants will complete a six-week
internship where direction and feedback on teaching performance will be
provided.  This may be completed at the Lighthouse or on-site with a
prospective employer, at locations throughout New York State.
· One-week follow up institutes will be held periodically to update
program
alumni on latest technological developments and refresh their skills.
· Program graduates will possess the competencies to provide services as
either an independent consultant or through an agency.

Program dates and Tuition
· The first program will begin with orientation, including mobility
assistance if needed, on Tuesday, April 2.  Classes begin on Wednesday,
April 3.
· Total cost for the program is $6,300, which includes a $600
application/assessment fee.

For More Information...
To learn more about the Assistive Technology Instructor Training program,
contact Glenda Such, Director of Computer Training Programs, at (212)
821-9337; [log in to unmask]


LH logo, etc.]






-----Original Message-----
From: Kelly Pierce [mailto:[log in to unmask]]
Sent: Wednesday, May 08, 2002 4:36 AM
To: [log in to unmask]
Subject: adaptive technology teacher training



Hello,

Could you send me more info about your teacher training program or point
me to an url with more info?  I was forwarded an announcement but it
contained little info.

Kelly


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