How Tech is Revolutionizing Care for People With Dementia
By John Ramsay for ItProPortal Innovations in technology are helping support workforces across the globe to become more efficient and...
By John Ramsay for ItProPortal Innovations in technology are helping support workforces across the globe to become more efficient and...
Assistive Technology Devices / Current News
by Lee Learson · Published May 17, 2018 · Last modified November 27, 2018
By: Joe Rossignol (MacRumors Newsletter) Apple announced that its Everyone Can Code curriculum is expanding to schools serving deaf, blind,...
By Devindra Hardawar (Engadget) One of Microsoft’s biggest announcements at Build this year is all about using artificial intelligence for...
By Matthew Lynch (The Tech Edvocate) The advances in technology could mean more for society than just new educational technology...
by Lee Learson · Published April 20, 2018 · Last modified November 27, 2018
written by Steph Fiorelli (Promevo) Google is committed to bringing the best tech to all their users, including users with...
Knicket is a filter and tag based app search engine that enables the user to find the best apps and...
Looking for last minute gift ideas? Cooking is a fun and practical activity for everyone and an opportunity to not...
Reprint From Home Advisor Every year, more Americans living with disabilities are able to call themselves homeowners. Thanks to support...
Reprint from ” Champion Traveler “ About 56.7 million United States citizens are living with a disability, according to the...
Written by: Jen Crozier When it comes to education, data shows that deep knowledge and practical skills in science and...
The National Center on Educational Outcomes (NCEO) released four resources for special education teachers, administrators and advocates. Educators Experiences With and Attitudes...
The Center on Technology and Disability has a new resource paper out on selecting assistive technology with students and young...
While the number of apps for folks with visual impairments that use Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the ubiquitous “cloud” continues...
American Counsel for the Blind and The Audio Description Project are pleased to announce with Amazon Video the availability of...
By Don Johnston It has been a long time coming, and a work of deep passion for students with autism...
The A. J. Pappanikou Center is a disability research and training program located on the campus of the University of Connecticut Health Center in Farmington, Connecticut. The Center is one of a national network of University Centers for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities Education, Research and Service (UCEDD) authorized by the federal Developmental Disabilities Assistance and Bill of Rights Act and funded through the Administration on Developmental Disabilities.
More
Local Conferences:
Tech Tools for Life Conference: Assistive Tech at its Best: June 9, 2025 (2 day conference) Connecticut Tech Act Project, Bristol Event Center, 112 Century Dr., Bristol, CT
LIVE WEBINARS
Weave Chat AAC: a brief review and how-to of app features: May 14, 2025; 4:00pm UK Time
Using Book Creator as a home school link: May 28, 2025; 4:00pm UK Time
Teaching Tech Skills: Future-Proofing Students for College and Careers: May 20, 2025; 2:00 pm EDT
Six Essential Tips for Enhancing Your OneDrive Experience with JAWS: June 19, 2025; 12:00 pm EST
Executive function tools to support independent living: June 16, 2025; 2:00 PM CT
Richard West AT Advocacy Center (NJ AT Act)
Talk To Me Technologies 360 Approach: May 20
AT Supports for Note Taking for students transitioning to College: May 27, 2025; 12 pm EST
Basic Web Auditing for Accessibility (with Free tools): May 29, 2025
SETC (Special Education Technology Center)
AT Chatter: Parent & Caregiver Perspectives on Supporting Students with Autism: May 16, 2025; 11:00 am PT
Creating a Culture of Communication: Building AAC Affirming Schools: June 5, 2025; 11:00 am
Communication Partner Instruction: Considerations for Supporting Adults who use AAC: May 21, 2025; 12:00 PM
Exploring AAC Apps: Deep Dive & Demo: May 28, 2025; 12:00 PM