Webinar Wednesday: Assistive Technology (AT) Tools for Writing Webinar

For some students, writing can be a very hard skill to master. Whether a student struggles with getting their thoughts down on paper, spelling, grammar or bibliographies, assistive technology or AT can help.  Through the use of AT, students can minimize their frustration with writing by using ‘alternative pencils’ or a different way of writing via tools that support various aspects of the writing process to show what they know.

This workshop for parents, hosted by Tina Hanson, will focus on assistive technology to aid in writing for students with disabilities of all ages. Tools that will be demonstrated include Smartpens, apps, Chrome extensions, and more.

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Tina Hanson is an Assistive Technology Specialist for the PACER Simon Technology Center. She coordinates EX.I.T.E (EXploring Interests in Technology and Engineering) Camp and the Technology for Girls workshop series, both of which focus on encouraging middle school girls with disabilities to pursue interest in STEM. Tina also conducts AT consultations, in-services, and workshops for parents and professionals on a variety of topics. Her specialty areas include reading, writing and alternative access methods. Before coming to PACER, Tina worked for the University of Minnesota where she created a community-based computer training program to help people build their computer skills in hopes of gaining employment.

Paul Sanft, Assistive Technology Specialist

Paul Sanft is an Assistive Technology Specialst for the PACER Simon Technology Center.  He coordinates the Tech for Teens Club where teen boys and girls with disabilities learn about coding, programing, website development, robotics, and 3D printing.  Paul also conducts AT consultations, in-services, and workshops for parents and professionals on a vareity of topics.  He specializes in technology for transition aged youth and adults.

Event Date: 

Tuesday, February 20th, 2018 - 1:00pm to 2:00pm EST

Location Details/Address: 

To connect to the event go to:

https://livestream.com/pacercenter/ATtoolsforwriting

Motivational Monday

Webinar Wednesday: Access Abilities Podcast with Luis Pérez

UMass Amherst Assistive Technology Center's Kelsey Hall and Josh Pearson recently created the Access Abilities podcast. Their first podcast features educator, photographer, and published author/consultant Luis Pérez. To learn more about UDL [Universal Design for Learning] and assistive technology, be sure to listen to this informative and insightful interview. 

Click on the link to follow the AccessAbilities Podcast

A transcript of the podcast can be found at bit.ly/2F3YxBV

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Webinar Wednesday: AT Chatter - Early Learning Webinar

AT Chatter: Early Learning webinar

Date: February 5, 2018
Time: 11:30-12:30
Presenter: Rose Racicot, MS, OTR/L, AT Specialist

Registration Information:

Or contact via E-mail Sue Wright at the SETC office to register, wrightsu@cwu.edu

Description:
This is an opportunity for Washington state AT providers and educational team members to come together in an informal on-line gathering to discuss current AT Topics. We will have a facilitator who will start the webinar, provide questions and facilitate the participant discussion. Questions will be sent out to registered participants prior to the scheduled Talk. This AT Chatter will focus on AT for Early Learning.

Presenter:
This event will be facilitated by Rose Racicot, MS, OTR/L is an OT and Assistive Technology Program Specialist in Kent School District with 30 years of experience. She has conducted research and been published on “The Effect of Multimedia Software on Written Productivity”. She presents workshops on literacy support software, UDL, iPad and other AT topics at state and national conferences as well as guest lecturing at local OT and OTA schools. She is passionate about helping educators implement Universal Design for Learning principles to create inclusive classrooms for all students to succeed.

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Webinar Wednesday: Wearables as Supports for Executive Functioning and Independence

In this session, you will learn about a number wearables and smartwatches in order to help you select the device(s) that best meets your access needs while staying on budget. Following an overview of the built-in accessibility features of these devices, you will then learn about a number of apps that can assist in improving executive functioning capabilities and promoting independence for a variety of learners. These include apps for managing time and information, staying on task, and successfully completing daily living goals.

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Luis Pérez is a technical assistance specialist for the National Center on Accessible Educational Materials. In this role, he promotes the creation, delivery and use of high quality accessible educational materials and technologies to support equitable learning opportunities for all students. He holds a doctorate in special education and a master’s degree in instructional technology from the University of South Florida. While at USF, he was project manager for Tech Ease for All, a collection of free assistive technology and web accessibility resources for educators from the Florida Center for Instructional Technology. He was selected as an Apple Distinguished Educator (ADE) in 2009, and the Inclusive Learning Network of the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) named him its 2016 Outstanding Inclusive Educator.

Event Date: 

Wednesday, February 7th, 2018 - 5:00pm to 6:00pm EST

Location Details/Address: 

To connect to the webinar....
Go to https://ctd1.adobeconnect.com/ctd2

To connect to the audio via telephone: 

Dial: 1-866-668-0721
Conference Code: 2934 42 2503