Accessibility Tools
Esta es una introducción a la tecnología de asistencia para estudiantes de K-12 con discapacidades. El enfoque será el apoyo para las habilidades de lectura, escritura, matemáticas, comunicación y organización. Este seminario web, incluidos los recursos y materiales, se proporcionará en inglés y español. This is an introduction to assistive technology for K-12 students with […]
What is eyegaze technology? This webinar will answer that question, including an overview of the leading types of eyegaze hardware, examples of available eyegaze products, and tips and tricks for selecting the right one. This technology is especially helpful for individuals with significant physical disabilities. For students who struggle with all forms of writing, the […]
Alternate Pencils for Struggling Writers Tuesday, May 10 - 12pm For students who struggle with all forms of writing, the use of “alternative pencils” can help them get daily practice in this critical educational and life skill. This webinar would apply to students with multiple disabilities, including those making very limited progress with their writing skills.
For years, National Juvenile Justice Network has spoken out about the dangers of privatization in youth justice and other youth-serving facilities. Private companies are beholden to stakeholders, which puts their incentives to make money at direct odds with the goal to serve youth. The profit incentive leads to cost cutting, poor quality of care, and […]
A Roundtable Discussion for Favorite iPad Apps Tuesday, June 7 - 12pm There are thousands of AAC iPad apps for supporting communication, but which one is your favorite? And why? Please join this roundtable discussion with a group of local AAC experts to share and compare!
We need your input to help understand the needs of the disability community and help us establish our goals and priorities for the next three (3) years. Are there topics missing from the conversation of Disability Rights? Do you wish certain issues were given more attention? Do you have suggestions on what we can do […]
We need your input to help understand the needs of the disability community and help us establish our goals and priorities for the next three (3) years. Are there topics missing from the conversation of Disability Rights? Do you wish certain issues were given more attention? Do you have suggestions on what we can do […]
We need your input to help understand the needs of the disability community and help us establish our goals and priorities for the next three (3) years. Are there topics missing from the conversation of Disability Rights? Do you wish certain issues were given more attention? Do you have suggestions on what we can do […]
Keyboarding is an important skill, but requires a combination of complex skills. This webinar will explore a range of low- medium- and high-tech supports for writing via technology. Also be ready to share your favorite keyboarding support techniques or technologies.
Giving individuals technology tools is only part of the solution. Providing electronic materials does not automatically make them accessible to all learners. Learn about resources and strategies to create accessible materials.
ChatGPT is all the rage right now. There has been a lot of debate about whether or not this technology is cheating. Can it be used as a supplement to teaching rather than a replacement? How can it help students with disabilities? What do you think? Join us for a discussion on how this tool, […]
Your Rights to Vocational Rehabilitation Services: A webinar to help you understand an individual with disabilities right to Vocational Rehabilitation services through the State Agencies, the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services and the Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired. This will provide the basis for this right in federal law, and the basics of […]
