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"he students are using the iPad to access content, create content, and to demonstrate their knowledge.  For some of the students, just being able to access their assignments via @Edmodo, take notes with Notability via @gingerlabs, learn Social Studies, create assignments in Drive or Pages, review math skills with iXL, study with Quizlet and access books with downloads from Bookshare is huge. "

an accessible YouTube site w/ large font, simple navigation and device access.  I enjoy it for its simlicity

Pererro is a simple, compact and light, plug and play adapter that powers directly from the iOS device, providing access to iOS on iPod touch, iPhone & iPad via Apple VoiceOver. "It is designed to plug into the kind of switches that are widely available in the AT community and employed in many communication aids and environmental control devices. The adapter, which weighs just 6.9g is controlled through a switch that is connected with a 3.5mm minijack plug. The iOS device can be charged without disconnecting, and works with almost any voiceover enabled 'app' available from the Apple App Store. As Pererro is connected directly there is no Bluetooth battery drain, which is common with other devices.

"The Center reviewed an array of software products and digital materials currently used to develop or distribute elementary and secondary instructional materials. The purpose of the review was to identify the extent to which product developers or publishers offered readily discoverable and publicly available information about product accessibility. Using the Section 508 standards for physical and sensory access as a benchmark, the Center has color coded products green, yellow, or red. "

"The Sound of Equality is a music video about the importance of accessible materials for students with disabilities. The "accessible" version has audio description and ASL sign language interpretation."

This booklet is a guide for schools on 'how to' produce accessible resources. It provides a brief overview of the issues involved with accessibility, duties and legislation and the context within which they are set. The curriculum includes all of the experiences which are planned for children and young people through their education. It is not specific to subject areas but applies to activities that take place across the school.

The Adaptive Technology and Accessibility Center (ATAC) serves individuals with disabilities and specializes in assistive technologies that help with reading, writing, studying, and information access. We provide services for students, faculty, and staff with the following disabilities: vision (blindness and low vision), mobility impairment, learning (dyslexia, ADHD, and others), and hearing loss.

"Free Switch-Accessible Games Welcome to our free switch-accessible games area. Play the games online in your browser or download stand-alone versions for Windows. All the games can be played by switch, keyboard or mouse. See the individual games for details."

The National Center on Accessible Instructional Materials and PACER Center are pleased to announce the release of our new video explaining Accessible Instructional Materials in easy to understand language. This fully-captioned video is designed to increase awareness of AIM. We invite you to view and share this video with your colleagues and the families you serve.

"With the proliferation of AAC apps, it seems that many people quickly get or want to get an AAC app for their child with an autism spectrum disorder. It is awesome and amazing to see so many people who need AAC begin to have access to AAC. But once there is accessibility, it is not always readily apparent what to do and it is like any technology or gadget, if you don't learn how to USE it, it could become like the 'proverbial treadmill clothes hanger' or abandoned musical instrument."

"iPads: Educational Access for All focuses on some of the areas of the IOS system, apps in different educational categories and suggestions for basic apps list. Written by a Curriculum Specialist in technology and support by Specialist in Assistive Technology, you will find a lot of links and suggested apps that you might not be aware of. "

A very clear and concise summary of The Right of Students with Disabilities Who Need Accessible Instructional Materials to Receive These Materials in a Timely Manner.

The Switch2Scan is the latest switch interface from Pretorian.  At this stage, it is the second switch interface for the iPad/iPhone that offers access to the iOS and a range of apps

A great list of "first things first" checks for any organization with a web site.... addresses many common frustrations that users with disabilities have when surfing the Web.

"This library, in partnership with Bookshare and OverDrive (our technology partner for this site) is pleased to introduce you to LEAP - the Library eBook Accessibility Program. If you are a print disabled Ohio eBook Project patron, sign in below to learn if you may qualify for a free LEAP subscription at Bookshare"

check out the Ohio eBook Project and this sub-site.

"Morgan's Wonderland, located in San Antonio, Texas, was built in the true spirit of inclusion to provide a place where all ages and abilities can come together and play in a fun and safe environment. Morgan's Wonderland, the world's first ultra-accessible family fun park, encompasses 25 acres of rides, attractions and activities for everyone, and all are welcome!"

"Several companies have announced new ways for those with physical or multiple disabilities to access the iPod and iPad. Here is the list of what is currently on the market."

"Earlier this year, I wrote about several add-ins for Google's Chrome Browser that enhance its accessibility as a web browser. Today, I'm writing about how to use Chrome, with these add-ins, on PC's where Chrome has not been installed."

"But with iOS 6, you can use the brand new Guided Access mode (or single-app mode) to simulate it. If you've ever wished your iPad -- or iPhone or iPod touch -- or be locked down into Safari web browsing only, or that you could let someone run a presentation or try a new game without snooping through your personal business, now you can."

"This collaborative space was created to celebrate the many Apps and Extensions made by developers which serve the accessibility needs of individuals with disabilities. Although Google already highlights accessibility features built into the Chrome browser or through add-ons, we have collected numerous other free tools that we feel further contribute to that mission."