Marilyn Piper and Craig Costello
We are a husband and wife team of experienced educators who have successfully adapted learning and teaching strategies to include technology in schools over the past 15 years.
We have extensive experience integrating technology into pre-existing curriculum as well as writing and implementing new technology infused programs. Our consultation model includes a variety of approaches that enable students, teachers, administrators and other adults to develop successful technology based learning projects. We have successfully provided support in a variety of cultures and learning styles.
We are interested in working on projects that range from introductory workshops to in depth individualized support. We enjoy working in a variety of educational settings including public schools, private schools, community centers, and individual homes. Please contact us to discuss your needs.
Current Projects
Special Education/ELL iPad Workshops: iPads are increasingly being used to individualize instruction in all areas of Special Education and ELL. As parents, educators and students hear about the effectiveness of this use of iPads, the demand for them as educational and communication devices is steadily increasing. We have developed a series of hands-on, collaborative workshops. In this series, special needs educators learn basic iPad use, essential conditions necessary for iPad success, finding and using Special Education/ELL apps, planning and presenting an iPad lesson/unit, and developing a collaboration model to support future iPad use by the educators. We also are available to consult with individual parents or educators and parent groups.
For information on Special Education/ELL iPad Workshops click here.
Personalized iPad Training: Are you interested in getting an iPad but don't know how to go about selecting one? Do you have an iPad but would like to explore more of its features ? We work with individuals or small groups to develop a customized plan to extend iPad capabilities.
For information on Personalized iPad Training, click here.
Ongoing Projects
- Designing educational technology projects for existing content areas.
- Supporting the learning process for English Language Learning and Special Education using educational technology.
- Partnering with teachers to create technology infused curriculum.
- Sharing/teaching technology infused courses that Piper and Costello have created.
- Helping schools implement the National Educational Technology Standards (NETS) for students, teachers, and administrators.
- Developing customized pre-service and in-service training.