Free ATIA Course: The Evolution of Accessible Telecommunications and its Impact in the Workplace
April 7, 2021; 3:30 – 4:30 pm EST. This presentation reflects the evolution of relay services over the past 30...
April 7, 2021; 3:30 – 4:30 pm EST. This presentation reflects the evolution of relay services over the past 30...
ATIA recognizes that you have questions regarding COVID-19 (Coronavirus) and its implications on the assistive technology community. Below is an...
May is Better Hearing and Speech Month! In celebration, OSEP’s Early Childhood Assistive Technology Model Demonstration grantees and Center on...
(Note: Although this webinar series is specifically designed for Pediatricians, the resources listed below provide valuable information for educators, health...
PresenceLearning, creator of the leading network of teletherapy providers in education, is launching a free, three-part webinar series for special...
ATIA has just announced its summer/fall webinar lineup! The all-new lineup features a range of AT topics, including proposed rules...
Co:Writer Universal … With Speech Recognition! Co:Writer Universal uses grammar- and vocabulary-smart word prediction to help students write better across...
The course will be moderated by Beth Poss from October 20, 2015 – November 6, 2015. This three week course will...
AbleNet’s first online professional development course eLearning: The Facilitated IEP is a self-paced 3-month online course; is a cost-effective professional...
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...
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Disability Employment Policy today announced the launch of http://www.PEATworks.org — a...
First SPEDexpectations webinar on September 23rd, 2014 will help administrators navigate ever-changing legal landscape. SAN FRANCISCO, August 25, 2014 –...

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.
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The New England Regional Braille Challenge is right around the corner! Join us for a full day of competition, community, and celebration of braille literacy for students, families, and educators.
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Live Webinars
AAC Coaching Clarified: Exploring Different Coaching Models: Feb. 25, 2026; 3:00pm EST
Math Unlocked: Building Conceptual Foundations and Ditching Expiring Rules for Early Learners: Mar. 5, 2026; 3:00pm EST
Exploring text-to-speech solutions and how they can be used to boost confidence and independent learning: Feb. 25, 2026; 4:00pm (UK time)
SensePilot – Hands-Free PC Control with Webcam and Voice: Mar. 11, 2026; 4:00pm; (UK time)
Switchify app: developing Android solutions for switch users: Mar. 18, 2026; 4:00 pm (UK time)
Sensory Magnus Magnifier & Reader – how it came about and what’s new: Mar. 25, 2026; 4:00pm (UK Time)
CEC (Council for Exceptional Children)
Navigating Access and Inclusion: Distinguishing Between Assistive Technology and Universal Design for Learning: Apr. 14, 2026; 4:30 PM EST
Cybersecurity Priorities, Policies, and Practices for K-12 Leaders: Mar. 9, 2026; 5:00 pm EDT
Teaching AI with Confidence: Skills and Strategies for AI Literacy Day: Mar. 11, 2026; 12:00 pm EDT
Achieving Systematic Writing Instruction: The Science of Writing Part 3: Apr. 14, 2026; 6:00 pm EDT
The Power of Productivity: Accessing Copilot in Office 365 with JAWS: Mar. 5, 2026; 12:00 pm EST
Doesn’t Everybody Use Assistive Technology? Blurring the Line Between Accommodations and Productivity Tools: Mar. 11, 2026; 12 pm (EST)
There Should Be a Tool for That – What Assistive Technologies Would You Like to See Developed in the Future?: Apr. 1, 2026; 12 pm (EST)
Free Assistive Technology Brain Dump – How Many Free Tools Can We Talk About in One Hour?: Apr, 22, 2026; 12 pm (EST)
How to Stay Up-To-Date with Assistive Technology – Share Your Modes of Professional Development: May 13, 2026; 12 pm (EST)
Assistive technology for early childhood: Mar 5, 2026; 1:00 PM EST
Exploring Chromebook accessibility: Apr 9, 2026; 1:00 PM EST
Overcoming barriers to communication with your child’s IEP team: Apr 15, 2026; 01:00 PM EST
SETC (Special Education Technology Center)
Headpointing in Action: Mar. 17, 2026; 12:00 PM
Meaningful Inclusion of Students with Significant Support Needs & Complex Communication Needs (CCN): Mar. 17, 2026; 4:00 PM
Strengthening Teacher-Para Partnerships: Inclusive Practices, Technology, and Teamwork: Mar. 18, 2026; 3:30 PM PST
Meaningful Inclusion of Students with Significant Support Needs & Complex Communication Needs (CCN): Apr. 21,2026; 4:00 pm PST
AT Fundamentals Course: Feb. 10 to Mar. 5, 2026; 7:00 to 9:00 PM EST
Navigating Automotive Mobility: From Assessment to Independent Driving with NMEDA: Mar, 4, 2026
March 2026 Certification Pop-Up: Mar. 19, 2026