Communication supports for children and adults with complex communication needs during the COVID-19 pandemic
By Kelsey Mandak on April 8, 2020 in News We are living in unprecedented times as a result of COVID-19....
By Kelsey Mandak on April 8, 2020 in News We are living in unprecedented times as a result of COVID-19....
By Sarah Sarsby for AT Today Assistive technology provider Inclusive Technology has launched the world’s first eye tracker for the...
By: Ben Johnston and Luke Trayser (Don Johnston/Learning Tools) Scenario: Let’s say you just went back in time 5,000 years....
Reprint from TECH OWL AAC Community (Institute on Disability at Temple University) I work with several adults who are in...
Knicket is a filter and tag based app search engine that enables the user to find the best apps and...
Assistive Technology Devices / News
by Lee Learson · Published June 22, 2017 · Last modified October 15, 2018
Reprint from Wearable Technology Insights NeuroNode is the world’s first wearable EMG assistive technology device developed by Control Bionics. It...
By Glenda Hampton Anderson, Education/Assistive Technology Consultant. As stated by Cari Jean, “It’s no secret that kids love toys. They...
VocaliD Launches First Personalized Digital Voices for Assistive Devices Company. BELMONT, Mass/PRNewswire/ — VocaliD, Inc., a speech technology company that creates...
The ATIA’s Assistive Technology (AT) Online Professional Development program is the source of high-quality education from leading AT professionals for...
If you’re thinking about a summer camp… now’s the time to find one! I’ve put together a list of a...
This is a great resource! Take a look at the latest in AbleNet assistive technology, accessible curriculum, and services for...
The Library of Congress is testing and demonstrating new technologies that enable employees with disabilities to do their jobs in...
Administrators Participate FREE! With assistive technology products, strategies and mandates ever-changing, it is a challenge (yet imperative) to stay current...
Assistive Technology Devices / AT Products / Training
by Lee Learson · Published February 23, 2015 · Last modified October 15, 2018
ii-Music is a new musical instrument for eyegaze, designed to be played with your eyes. It operates using cursor position...
The AssistiveTechnologyCenter has created a YouTube channel to gather videos of students actually using, and talking about AT. They’re organized...

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Creative Early Learning Art Projects Across the Seasons: Nature’s Palette: Apr. 30, 2026; 2:00 pm EDT
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How to Stay Up-To-Date with Assistive Technology – Share Your Modes of Professional Development: May 13, 2026; 12 pm (EST)
Overcoming barriers to communication with your child’s IEP team: Apr 15, 2026; 01:00 PM EST
How to do an IEP document review: Apr 21, 2026; 1:00 PM EST
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AAC Open Mic Office Hours: Apr. 27, 2026; 11:00 PST
AAC Collaboration Corner: Understanding Multimodal Communication: May 7, 2026;11:30 AM PST
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Tech Tuesday with Quantum/Stealth: May 26, 2026; 3pm EST
AT Fundamentals Course: June 2, 2026; 3pm EST
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