Microsoft and Novartis: Commercializing Scene Description Assistive Technology
Microsoft is working with Novartis to create an application that can be used by the visually impaired or blind to...
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RESNA Announces Online & In-Person ATP Fundamentals Course
The RESNA ATP certification recognizes demonstrated competence in analysing the needs of consumers with disabilities, assisting in the selection of...
Searching Apps Made Fast and Easy
Knicket is a filter and tag based app search engine that enables the user to find the best apps and...
Visual and Audio Cookbooks
Looking for last minute gift ideas? Cooking is a fun and practical activity for everyone and an opportunity to not...
Home Mods! Ideas, Resources & Funding
Reprint From Home Advisor Every year, more Americans living with disabilities are able to call themselves homeowners. Thanks to support...
Ultimate Guide to Traveling with Disabilities
Reprint from ” Champion Traveler “ About 56.7 million United States citizens are living with a disability, according to the...
Teachers Can Now Use IBM’s Watson to Search for Free Lesson Plans
Written by: Jen Crozier When it comes to education, data shows that deep knowledge and practical skills in science and...
Holiday Gift Guides!
It’s that time of year again. Looking for creative, engaging, educational and fun gifts ideas? ...
New App Wheels From CALL Scotland
CALL Scotland has just released new and updated App Wheels. Separate app wheels for iPad and Android users are available...
Accessibility, Assessments, Text Readers and EL Exit Decisions
The National Center on Educational Outcomes (NCEO) released four resources for special education teachers, administrators and advocates. Educators Experiences With and Attitudes...
NASA is recruiting! Students with disabilities wanted!
By Kenneth A. Silberman, Esq. NASA is looking to increase the number of students with disabilities pursuing science, technology, engineering,...
BENEFITS OF AUDIO DESCRIPTION IN EDUCATION CONTEST
Young People Who Are Blind Write Reviews of Film and Video… The American Council of the Blind’s Audio Description Project...
Involving Teens and Young Adults in Selecting Assistive Technology
The Center on Technology and Disability has a new resource paper out on selecting assistive technology with students and young...
BlindWays & Be My Eyes… Apps For Independence!
GPS technology is only accurate to within 30 feet or so – not a problem for sighted commuters, but that...
Apple Store Field Trip Experience Now Includes Skoog!
Take your students or fellow teachers on a Field Trip to the Apple Store for an unforgettable learning experience. Students will create amazing...
