assistive technologies

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• Adaptable Access!

  
  The Assistive Technology Blog — Authority: 127
  If you are looking for an affordable interface for students who are using an alternative input system and using multiple computers, take a look at the following link: http://www.westest.com/darci/index. html
  19 hours ago

• From our friends at FCTD

  
  The Assistive Technology Blog — Authority: 127
  Heres the latest information from our friends at the Family Center on Technology and Disability, "AT in the Classroom: Give us the Tools..", http://www.fctd.info/resources/newsletters/displayNewsletter.php?newsletterID=10080
  2 days ago

• Quick Draw Paper makes art accessible

  
  The Assistive Technology Blog — Authority: 127
  Quick Draw Paper allows an artist with low vision to feel what he has drawn on paper. When students write or scribble on the paper with a water-based marker, the paper raises up and they can feel what they have done. Braille can be written quickly and easily. Ideas are limitless. Check it out:
  2 days ago

• How AT can be integrated into existing general education structures and intitiatives

  
  The Assistive Technology Blog — Authority: 127
  This 70-minute recorded webinar features Gayl Bowser: Integrating Assistive Technology Writing Tools. Click on http://www.teachertube.com/viewVideo.php?video_id=129373&title;=Integrating_Assistive_Technology_Writing_Tools to watch.
  1 week ago

• Braille Labeler-its portable and inexpensive!

  
  The Assistive Technology Blog — Authority: 127
  Do you remember using a hand-held labeler when you were young with sticky tape that could be used to put your name on all of your special items? Have you wanted to provide access to students who use braille, but dont have access to a Braille machine? I found a portable brailler for $34 dollars that can be used to ...
  1 week ago

• Greater Access through Adaptive Positioning

  
  The Assistive Technology Blog — Authority: 127
  Take a look at the following links that will help you provide greater access to instruction and increased student engagement. http://www.turningpointtechnology.com/Manipulatives/Adaptation.asp http://www.pages.drexel.edu/~pah37/equipment.html
  1 week ago

• Livescribe takes an award

  
  The Assistive Technology Blog — Authority: 127
  Did you know that the Livescribe pen , one of our favorite AT devices, was tapped for a bronze award in the recent "2009 Technology Innovation Awards" through the Wall Street Journal (September 14, 2009) . Weve been impressed with this tool as one that offers a seamless technology that an individual can use to ...
  2 weeks ago

• Accessible Tweets!

  
  RSC NewsFeed — Authority: 479
  Accessible Twitter is an alternative to the Twitter.com website. It is designed to be easier to use and is optimized for disabled users. Accessible Twitter is designed with simple, consistent layout and navigation with appropriate headings, page titles and accessible forms to assist screen reader users. If you have a ...
  2 weeks ago

• Testing Moodle for Accessibility

  
  RSC NewsFeed — Authority: 479
  Moodle, the open source virtual learning environment (VLE), is a popular platform for delivering e-learning in many colleges and institutions. But how accessible is Moodle? A recent report “Testing Moodle for Accessibility” highlights some of the issues experienced by visually impaired users and provides ...
  2 weeks ago

• A new article on the importance of AT ....

  
  The Assistive Technology Blog — Authority: 127
  A recent article posted in Education Weeks Digital Directions highlights the importance of assistive technology for students with autism. Read more at http://www.edweek.org/dd/articles/2009/10/21/01autistictech.h03.html
  3 weeks ago

• Adapting activities for access and participation.

  
  The Assistive Technology Blog — Authority: 127
  Check out the August/September 2009 issue of Closing the Gap www.closingthegap.com for part 1 of a three part article written by Heather Kruger and Beth Kapp. Part one describes The Sensory Wall which provides a way to help students learn to play and interact when they are in their physical therapy equipment.
  3 weeks ago

• Simon Says…

  
  RSC NewsFeed — Authority: 479
  Simon the open source voice recognition project The open source project Simon has released the latest version of its speech recognition software. Voice or speech recognition can be beneficial for individuals who are unable to access a computer with a standard keyboard or mouse. Using a series of ‘voice ...
  4 weeks ago

• Windows 7: Ease of Access Centre

  
  RSC NewsFeed — Authority: 479
  As the imminent arrival of Windows 7 appears on the horizon (22nd October) the updated Ease of Access Centre features a number of improved accessibility options. One exciting addition is Windows Magnifier which can increase information on the desktop up to 400% with full-screen magnification. If you’re unable to ...
  4 weeks ago

• Global Assistive Technology Encyclopaedia

  
  RSC NewsFeed — Authority: 479
  Global Assistive Technology Encyclopeida AbilityNet is a national charity which helps disabled adults and children use computers by adapting and adjusting technology. The AbilityNet Wiki ‘Global Assistive Technology Encyclopedia’ provides an extensive range of assistive technology related resources to ...
  4 weeks ago

• The importance of AT for students with autism

  
  The Assistive Technology Blog — Authority: 127
  Heres a great article from Education Weeks Digital Directions and an important conversation about "Techs Role in Teaching Autistic Students"... http://ow.ly/pNh9%5C
  4 weeks ago

• LD Online FAQ about technology

  
  The Assistive Technology Blog — Authority: 127
  Click on http://www.ldonline.org/questions/technology#9909 for a nice, concise list of some frequently asked questions about technology use and students.
  4 weeks ago

• Technology Enhanced Learning and Digital Inclusion

  
  RSC NewsFeed — Authority: 479
  Dr. Jane Seale and the Technology Enhanced Learning Programme The TLRP (Technology Enhanced Learning) Programme recently launched a new Digital Inclusion Forum. Led by Dr. Jane Seale from the University of Southampton, the main aim of the forum is to engage with both the TEL and wider research communities, in order ...
  8 weeks ago

• Accessibility and Mobile Phones

  
  RSC NewsFeed — Authority: 479
  The Android platform features a range of accessibility features As mobile phones are increasingly used as a means of delivering e-learning content, here at the RSC Scotland North and East, we’ve been evaluating the accessibility features of popular mobile phones such as the Android and iPhone. If you’re a fan ...
  8 weeks ago

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