"This Wikispace is set up as a centralized place for educators to: * Learn the benefits of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and how to implement UDL in their classroom. * Access a list of resources, tools and instructions on how to use free internet tools in the classroom for all learners. * Learn how to access/use/set-up free internet teaching tools and resources to apply to all learners for their classroom as well as, computer applications /software built into to the computer such as Word, Sound Recorder, PowerPoint, Paint, etc. "

"This way you can listen to the audio while you are running, working out at the gym or commuting to work. There are many desktop software and also online tools to convert text to speech (TTS). However it is not easy to find free and good ones. Most free online text to speech conversion tools are severely limited, allowing only few hundred characters or do not give any download option. In our search for free Text To Speech Online Tools, we found five best ones which we are listing here."

Video from Don Johnston

"What is Snappy Words visual English dictionary? It's an online interactive English dictionary and thesaurus that helps you find the meanings of words and draw connections to associated words. You can easily see the meaning of each by simply placing the mouse cursor over it."

in Boardmaker and .pdf formats

"I asked, "What are the differences between the approaches at Grand Valley and Stanford, and those at California and Ohio State?" (oops, I'm sorry, "THE Ohio State"). And I asked, "Which school is doing the best job?" I'll leave that question for all of you... but I will suggest that there is a vast difference between providing accessible computing in one place and providing it wherever all other students can access computing. A very big difference."

This site is dedicated to people who are still waiting for a means to communicate more effectively. We hope this site helps to bring access to communication to more people so that someday soon everyone will have the opportunity to communicate effectively, and no one will have to spend days or years or a lifetime in silence.

On·Task On·Time for Kids Helps children with their daily routines In the morning, getting kids ready for school After school, with homework and chores In the evening, getting kids ready for bed Kids build independence & self-esteem No Nagging! No Shouting! No Stress!

"I maintain this site primarily to serve as a location for providing information and supports related to the SETT Framework but also include links to other areas of interest, particularly QIAT, UDL, and AIM."

"# Lets children (and adults) of all ages create cool, educational picture books called RealeBooks ("Really Books"). # Gives children of all ages access to thousands of free RealeBooks created by children, parents, and educators. # Lets you print RealeBooks, share them with friends and family via email, and share them with the world through RealeLibraries ("Really Libraries"). # Anchors your community's literacy cycle, enabling parents, teachers, and students to create and publish culturally relevant books that help other students develop reading skills. "

"Welcome to IU 21's Assistive Technology WIKI! Explore, comment, add - this is our space to share resources and ideas."

"SonicPics is a very easy to use tool for turning your images into custom slideshow movies that you can share with your friends online! SonicPics lets you add images from your iPhone's photo library or camera, arrange your photos, and then narrate the project to create an enhanced m4v video (complete with chapters). "

"My son Leo's life was transformed when a five-dollar raffle ticket turned into a brand-new iPad. I'm not exaggerating. Before the iPad, Leo's autism made him dependent on others for entertainment, play, learning, and communication. With the iPad, Leo electrifies the air around him with independence and daily new skills. People who know Leo are amazed when they see this new boy rocking that iPad. I'm impressed, too, especially when our aggressively food-obsessed boy chooses to play with his iPad rather than eat."

"This is a list of the iPad apps that Nolan really enjoyed and that I believe will help him to develop and encourage the skills that he needs to work on. Because of early intervention, he has grown so much with his vocabulary and communication. Most of the apps he and I liked aren't targeted for autism, but they are "autism friendly". I tried to find as many free and under $2.00 apps as I could. "

Publish, Convert, Store, and Download free children's ebooks online for the iPad!

"Digital Math Applications All of the following digital math applications for the iPod Touch are free."

"The Zingui is a new AAC device from Jabbla. Weighing in at just over 2.5 pounds it is light weight for its 8.4 inch screen. Zingui basic has only recorded voice and Zingui Plus has recorded speech and a choice of Acapela or RealSpeak voices. The Zingui runs MindSpeak software for communication, which uses SymbolStix symbols, Widget and PCS are also available. Other options include WordPower, Picture WordPower and CALL vocabularies. Programming can be done on the device or on a PC computer with MindExpress installed. Access is via touch screen, one or two switch scanning and any other USB based controller. Windows based applications will run on the Zingui (i.e. Media Player, Power Point). The Zingui Plus includes word prediction and grammar morphing. The Zingui comes with your choice of decorator frames for the screen. A carrying case is available and the Zingui has a built in stand. The Zingui runs 6 hours on a regular battery and 12 on a double capacity battery. GEWA Environmental controls are optional."

"The Assistive Technology Blog The Virginia Department of Education's Training and Technical Assistance Center (T/TAC) at VCU's Assistive Technology Blog is for Assistive Technology providers across Superintendent's Regions 1 & 8. Do you have a question you would like to see answered in the assistive technology blog? EMAIL US and someone on the Assistive Technology team here will post an answer as quickly as we can! "