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Sierra Boehm

So Many Apps, So Little Time...So Little Money, A Review of Top Free Apps - Webinar - O... - 0 views

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    Many districts and students with autism and other disabilities are getting IPADS now a days. There are so many apps to choose from. Are you wondering where to start? Which ones to use? How about those free apps……sound good? But are they any good? There are many good free apps out there for instruction, communication, motor, incentives and more. I will go through many of my favorites! I will go over what the highlights and features of each of these free apps are and demonstrate some as well.

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    Wednesday, October 16, 2013
    1:30 pm - 3:00 pm Mountain

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    $49.00 - Live Broadcast
Sierra Boehm

Amazing New iPAD Accessories and Adaptations to Support Individuals with Disabilities -... - 0 views

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    The iPad was released over three years ago and has had a profound influence on the lives of persons with disabilities. This webinar will discuss and demonstrate over 50 new iPAD accessories and adaptations for individuals who experience vision, hearing, communication and physical disabilities. Explore new switch interfaces options; wireless accessories versus Bluetooth accessories; creative adaptations for wearing and transporting the iPAD for individuals who experience physical disabilities. Learn about how to use the iPAD as a remote control solution for toys, lighting, and appliances. See what is new in accessories for remote monitoring of individuals as well as improving health and well being.

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    Thursday, November 7, 2013
    1:30 pm - 3:00 pm Mountain

    Cost:
    $49.00 - Live Broadcast
Terry Booth

Apps for the iPad, iTouch, & iPhone on Stuttering, Artic, & Language - Webinar - Sept. ... - 0 views

  • Click here to register for this webinar -- $49 What: School therapists will enjoy finding a bag of tricks in their pocket to meet the needs of a large and very diverse caseload. There are thousands of apps out there, but “How do I choose?”  This session will review apps for students with articulation problems, fluency issues, voice disorders and language delay.  Apps will be identified with some initial guidelines for how to evaluate these increasingly popular ‘pocket’ products. When: Monday, September 12, 2011 1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Mountain Time Presenter: Phyllis S. Watson, CCC-SLP, Augmentative Communication Specialist, Crotched Mountain ATECH Services Full Abstract – Including speaker biography and learning points
Terry Booth

Access to Printed Information Using Video Magnification (CCTVs) for People who are Blin... - 0 views

  • Click here to register for this webinar -- $39 What: This webinar is a complete examination of the current technology used by people who are blind or visually impaired to access information on paper using video magnification, a.k.a. CCTVs. It will trace the recent evolution of this technology and the implications for today’s young students, college students, working adults, and seniors. When: Thursday, October 20, 2011 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Mountain Time Presenter: William J. Bielawski III, Life Enhancement / Job Coach, The Chicago Lighthouse for People who are Blind or Visually Impaired Full Abstract – Including speaker biography and learning points
Terry Booth

Introduction to Implementing Accessible Instructional Materials in a K-12 Setting: Law ... - 0 views

  • Click here to register for this webinar -- $39 What: Navigating the web of acronyms surrounding Accessible Instructional Materials can be confusing and frustrating.  NIMAC, NIMAS, Chaffee, 504, 508, etc: What do they all mean?  As educators, we have an obligation to provide equally effective access to the general curriculum for our students with disabilities.  How do we make sense of all this to get access to what our students need? This workshop will provide participants with a clear path of navigation through the maze of AIM and the related terminology.   When: Thursday, December 1, 2011 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Mountain Time Presenters: Jan McSorley, Assistive Technology Specialist, Austin Independent School District Carye Edelman, Assistive Technology Specialist, Austin Independent School District Piret Sari-Tate, Assistive Technology Specialist, Austin Independent School District Full Abstract – Including speaker biography and learning points
Terry Booth

Switch Blitz v.2011 - Webinar - Sept. 28, 2011 - 0 views

  • Click here to register for this webinar -- $39 What: Switch Blitz v.2011 is an idea generating session, a blitz of many items and strategies yet in a step by step format that will help you get started with switch use, motivate the stagnate switch user and progress the present switch user to higher levels. Switch Blitz v.2011 is a session with plenty of demonstrations and information that will take you from assessment to implementation. First we will touch on basics, and then progress to assessments, tools, strategies and resources. You will see demonstrations of switch software as well as FREE online switch resources. Participants will enjoy seeing video case examples of successful kids using their switches at the computer and for powered mobility. When: Wednesday, September 28, 2011 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Mountain Time Presenter: Cindy Nankee, OTR/L, ATP, Universal Technology for Learning & Living (UTLL) Full Abstract – Including speaker biography and learning points
Terry Booth

Apps, iPads & iPods Oh My: Tips for Considering, Managing and Implementing - Webinar - ... - 0 views

  • Click here to register for this webinar -- $39 What: In this age of Apps, iPads and iPod Touches, parents, teachers and students are being bombarded. It seems every day, if not every hour, a new tool is available for our over-flowing toolbox. When is too much of a good thing, too much?  This presentation will focus on Apps and how they are delivered considering ways to identify, integrate, evaluate, and further implement in a meaningful way into the lives of those students with special needs.  Our purpose is to decrease App/iPad/iPod abandonment, misuse or simply no longer considering additional solutions in this ever-changing area. When: Thursday, October 6, 2011 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Mountain Time Presenter: Sean J. Smith, Ph.D., Associate Professor, University of Kansas Full Abstract  - Including speaker biography and learning points
Terry Booth

Apps for the iPad, iTouch, & iPhone on Autism - Webinar - Aug. 15, 2011 - 0 views

  • Click here to register for this webinar -- $49 What: Individuals with autism have complex needs. There are thousands of apps out there, but which ones will meet their needs? This webinar will provide a preview and describe uses of apps that therapists and parents are finding useful in meeting the unique challenges of individuals with autism. These apps promote a wide range of skills for individuals with autism: communication, social skills, behavior and more. When: Monday, August 15, 2011 1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Mountain Time Presenter: Phyllis S. Watson, CCC-SLP, Augmentative Communication Specialist, Crotched Mountain ATECH Services Full Abstract – Including speaker biography and learning points
Terry Booth

Access to Electronic Information Using Portable Devices for People who are Blind or Vis... - 0 views

  • Click here to register for this webinar -- $39 What: This session is a thorough examination of the current technology used by people who are blind or visually impaired to access electronic information. Most of these individuals can use their computers effectively by using screen magnification software. Those with very low or no vision can use screen reading software. Braille literate folks use Braille translation software, Braille displays, Braille embossers, and Braille graphics products. We will trace the recent evolution of this technology and the implications for today’s young students, college students, working adults, and seniors. When: Wednesday, September 22, 2011 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Mountain Time Presenter: William J. Bielawski III, Life Enhancement / Job Coach, The Chicago Lighthouse for People who are Blind or Visually Impaired Full Abstract – Including speaker biography and learning points
Terry Booth

Access to Electronic Information Using Computers for People who are Blind or Visually I... - 0 views

  • Click here to register for this webinar -- $39 What: This session is a thorough examination of the current technology used by people who are blind or visually impaired to access electronic information. Most of these individuals can use their computers effectively by using screen magnification software. Those with very low or no vision can use screen reading software. Braille literate folks use Braille translation software, Braille displays, Braille embossers, and Braille graphics products. We will trace the recent evolution of this technology and the implications for today’s young students, college students, working adults, and seniors. When: Wednesday, August 24, 2011 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Mountain Time Presenter: William J. Bielawski III, Life Enhancement / Job Coach, The Chicago Lighthouse for People who are Blind or Visually Impaired Full Abstract – Including speaker biography and learning points
Roger Holt

Bookshare Launches New eBook Tools for Kids with Print Disabilities - The Digital Shift - 0 views

  • Bookshare has announced that it is launching two new additions to its product line, the Bookshare Web Reader and Bookshelf, as part of its continuing effort to help kids with print disabilities connect with books. The company made the announcement at the 2013 Assistive Technology Industry Association (ATIA) conference this week. Bookshare Web Reader allows readers to directly open books with a browser without requiring them to download the book or utilize separate software, while Bookshelf allows readers (or their teachers) to organize selections by any system they choose.
Terry Booth

Cognitive Support Technologies: A New Comprehensive Resource - Webinar - March 15, 2011 - 0 views

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    This webinar provides resources for keeping up to date with new cognitive support technologies and provides examples of products and vendors. Cognitive Support Technologies are a class of AT designed to help with memory, attention, concentration, perception, executive functioning and so on. Depending on individual need and preference, individuals with dementia, or traumatic and acquired brain injury or who were born with intellectual disability, can potentially benefit from: Personal Assistance Strategies Everyday Technologies (e.g. Apple iPhone) Specialized Technologies (e.g. Jitterbug phone) Which one, or combination, is most appropriate for an individual requires an early and comprehensive assessment.The presentation will outline the process for selecting, integrating and utilizing assistive technology for persons with cognitive disability. Each stage of the process will be examined in depth, as will the parameters requiring consideration at each stage.  When:
    March 15, 2012
    1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Mountain Time
Roger Holt

Move Over iPhone - BlackBerry's Got a New Screen Reader - 0 views

  • In a much anticipated release, at this year’s Assistive Technology Industry Association (ATIA) conference HumanWare and Code Factory debuted Oratio for the BlackBerry, the first-ever screen reader for the visually impaired using this smart phone. Oratio uses text-to-speech technology to convert the visual information displayed on the BlackBerry screen into audio output. Finally, visually impaired persons who don’t have an iPhone can have an accessible experience (the iPhone uses Apple’s proprietary VoiceOver screen reader.)
Terry Booth

Augmentative Communication Evaluations Simplified - Webinar - April 15, 2010 - 0 views

  • This session will offer an overview of the resources offered by AAC TechConnect to assist in AAC evaluations in the following ways: An overview of the unique "ACES Module and Toolkit Approach" will offer ideas for low-cost toolkits which can be assembled and used for effective AAC evaluations One-of-a-kind online clinical resources will be demonstrated for locating info at www.aacTechConnect.com for pictures/flyers/comparison charts for most AAC devices Descriptions of locale workshops including AAC Vendor Forums which are being scheduled nationally by AAC TechConnect/ATIA and hosted by local AT centers.
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