Instructional Resources include print materials, electronic resources and systems, or combinations of such instructional resources which convey information to the pupil.Instructional resources approved for adoption and listed on the state multiple list shall substantially cover the required content and skills for the subject as approved by the state board. The instructional resources shall be current and the information shall be presented accurately. The instructional resources may consist of a single resource, print or electronic, or a compilation of resources, print or electronic, that together cover the required criteria established for approval as a primary instructional resource. The resources may be updated or otherwise changed and improved on an ongoing basis to ensure that they are current and accurate.

Open education resource materials means teaching, learning and resource materials in any medium, digital or otherwise, that reside in the public domain or have been released under an open license that permits low cost access, use, adaptation and redistribution by others with no or limited restrictions.

300.5 Assistive technology device Assistive technology device means any item, piece of equipment or product system, whether acquired commercially off the shelf, modified or customized, that is used to increase, maintain or improve the functional capabilities of a child with a disability. The term does not include a medical device that is surgically implanted, or the replacement of such device. [Authority: 20 U.S.C. 1401(1)]

300.6 Assistive technology services

300.7 Any service that directly assists a child with a disability in the selection, acquisition or use of an assistive technology device. Such term includes: (A) the evaluation of needs including a functional evaluation, in the child’s customary environment; (B) purchasing, leasing or otherwise providing for the acquisition of assistive technology devices; (C) selecting, designing, fitting, customizing, adapting, applying, maintaining, repairing or replacing of assistive technology devices; (D) coordinating and using other therapies, interventions or services with assistive technology devices, such as those associated with existing education and rehabilitation plans and programs; (E) training or technical assistance for a child with disabilities, or where appropriate that child’s family; and (F) training or technical assistance for professionals (including individuals providing education and rehabilitation services), employers or others(s) who provide services to employ or are otherwise, substantially involved in the major life functions of that child. [Authority: 20 U.S.C. 1401(2)]

West Virginia Adoption Policy Code _18-2A-1.Definition; adoption groups; adoption schedule. (a) “Instructional Resources” include print materials, electronic resources and systems, or combinations of such instructional resources which convey information to the pupil.(b) Instructional resources approved for adoption and listed on the state multiple list shall substantially cover the required content and skills for the subject as approved by the state board. The instructional resources shall be current and the information shall be presented accurately. The instructional resources may consist of a single resource, print or electronic, or a compilation of resources, print or electronic, that together cover the required criteria established for approval as a primary instructional resource. The resources may be updated or otherwise changed and improved on an ongoing basis to ensure that they are current and accurate. For more information please click the link below.

Policy 2460:  http://wvde.state.wv.us/policies/policy.php?p=2460&alt=1

West Virginia Code:  18-2A-5 (d):  http://www.wvlegislature.gov/WVCODE/ChapterEntire.cfm?chap=18&art=2A&section=5#02A

In addition to professional development the SEA provides guidance to LEAs by supporting an AEM coach, available via toll-free number and face to face to all LEAs in the state. The AEM AT Specialist goes directly into the classroom to work directly with teachers to support students on IEPs with print disabilities in the classroom.

WV employs a AEM AT person whose responsibility is to provide direct technical assistance to districts, schools and teachers. This person’s primary responsibility is to guide in the acquition and use of AT related to AEM.

Counties develop this plan.

The state has a review process for primary instructional materials, which can include primary digital instructional materials. The state does not require a review for supplemental instructional materials. Districts may review and use supplementary instructional resources, print or electronic, provided they do not displace the adopted instructional resources, nor the use of more advanced items in such schools as may be ready for the same.

West Virginia uses WV Learns as a content management system. This is available to all schools and districts.

West Virginia uses WV Learns as a content management system. This is available to all schools and districts.

West Virginia manages the West Virginia TREE, a website with Teacher Resources for Educational Excellence. The WV TREE is a one stop, grade specific site highlighting WV College- and Career-Readiness Standards and resources that are essential to the classroom teacher. The resources include grade specific lessons, professional learning, and guidance documents crafted to help enhance teaching practice and guide the classroom teacher in the art of teaching. The links will connect teachers with web pages essential to the profession as well as relevant policies that are critical to specific grade and/or content levels. The TREE is designed with the teacher’s busy schedule in mind, one stop, one focus, and tailored for the professional educator.