ATLA Webinar: iDevices – Are They Worth The Hype?

Participants will be walked through the advantages and disadvantages of using an iDevice, such as an iPod, iPhone, or iPad as an assistive technology device. We will discuss the considerations for accessibility and hidden costs when considering an iDevice as assistive technology. Of course, we will have iDevices on hand for demonstration on how these [...]

Webinar: Accessible Apps for Android – STEM

Free Webinar: Accessible Apps for Android for Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Presenter: Steve Jacobs of Apps for Android When? Tue. July 26 at 11 AM Pacific, Noon Mountain, 1 PM Central, 2 PM Eastern Smart phones are getting smarter and bringing more and more tools to their users. STEM content has been slow [...]

ATIA (Assistive Technology Industry Associations) Webinars With An Emphasis on AT!

Three upcoming webinars in the ATIA 2011 Webinar Series emphasize Assistive Technology. Abstract:  Apps for the iPad, iTouch, & iPhone on Reading, Writing and Arithmetic Presenter: Therese Willkomm, Director of New Hampshire’s Statewide Assistive Technology Program, University of New Hampshire Wednesday, March 23, 2011:  3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time Abstract:  Implementing Activity-Based Learning Using Core Vocabulary with [...]

App Management & Syncing of Multiple Devices

Here is a great article that a friend sent me that explains how one IT professional is managing the daunting task of syncing multiple iDevices throughout classrooms in his school. http://speirs.org/ I know of several schools in Alaska that have already purchased or are on the verge of purchasing bulk iDevices.  When I heard this, [...]

AT for ILP and Early Childhood

“AT is any tool that allows an infant, a toddler, or a young child with disabilities to “engage in” everyday activities that promote development.” This presentation explores use importance of using assistive technology early on. AT for vision, hearing, mobility, recreation, communication, daily living and more will be discussed. Presenters: Margaret Cisco and Kathy Privratsky