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...
The National Center on Educational Outcomes (NCEO) released four resources for special education teachers, administrators and advocates. Educators Experiences With and Attitudes...
By Kenneth A. Silberman, Esq. NASA is looking to increase the number of students with disabilities pursuing science, technology, engineering,...
Young People Who Are Blind Write Reviews of Film and Video… The American Council of the Blind’s Audio Description Project...
The Center on Technology and Disability has a new resource paper out on selecting assistive technology with students and young...
Take your students or fellow teachers on a Field Trip to the Apple Store for an unforgettable learning experience. Students will create amazing...
By Antonio Salazar, staff writer for The Daily Campus The University of Connecticut became a pioneer in the world of...
According to the World Health Organization, about 285 million people adults and children worldwide are blind or visually impaired. Navigating the...
By Don Johnston It has been a long time coming, and a work of deep passion for students with autism...
Don Johnston, Inc. will be releasing Readtopia and make learning to read an experience! Readtopia™ is a comprehensive reading curriculum...
By Glenda Hampton Anderson, Education/Assistive Technology Consultant. As stated by Cari Jean, “It’s no secret that kids love toys. They...
NASA is looking to increase the number of students with disabilities pursuing science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) careers through...
Octopus is the first icon-based watch that teaches kids good habits and the concept of time. Octopus by Joy It’s...
TimeMaps specialize in map-based history timelines. The “Time-Map” concept was originally conceived to offer a visual framework for history topics....
Byline: Alix Hackett Paths to Technology website from Perkins eLearning will help teachers, parents and students understand and use the...
If you’re thinking about a summer camp… now’s the time to find one! I’ve put together a list of a...

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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Regional & Local Events
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.
Date: Saturday, February 28, 2026 (Snow Date: March 7); Time: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. ET; Location: The Carroll Center for the Blind, 770 Centre Street, Newton, MA 02458
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