Tune In

As a future Special Education teacher, I would like to design a program that would allow all students access to classroom interactions. Students with physical disabilities, learning disabilities and students who suffer with chronic diseases, for various reasons, may not be able to attend class every day. So many students, that require special education are isolated and miss valuable classroom assignments, however, there is a solution, Tune In. This technology would transport the student right into their classroom, where they can be engaged, involved and empowered.

Tune In, is similar to Skype except it is specifically designed for educators and students in the classroom. With Tune In, a student can interact face to face with the teachers and students while viewing live, the lesson assignments; it will be like being in the classroom, virtually, from remote locations, through their computer or mobile device. The features will be designed so that teachers can send large files, any size, of their lessons plans, photos any and all software programs and videos. Students at home from their PC, mobile device and land-line can access voice message, text, and from their mobile and PC they can view live classroom activities. In addition, there is a feature that will allow the student to view prerecorded classroom lessons/

This innovating tool will revolutionized the learning experience and will allow equal access to education to all students. For educators it is a rewarding experience to witness a student’s progress, so no more missed assignments, no more falling behind because of missing school because of illness. The public school system has evolved and has been involved in the social needs of our students and this is just another tool of equity. With all things equal, teachers can inspire, encourage and change the lives of their students.

With effective and efficient planning this is possible and feasible. Students with special needs and special education teachers require additional resources. Resources that can enhances the classroom experience. I am very excited about this tool and maybe it can happen, in the real world which now belongs to cyberspace.