Podcast: Play in new window | Download Your weekly dose of information that keeps you up to date on the latest developments in the field of technology designed to assist people with disabilities and special needs. Show Notes: Steve Gleason Act and other AAC legislation – Lisa Satterfield – ASHA – director of health care […]
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Clicker Connect
Established in 1993, Crick Software is a company that develops innovative educational software for students of all ages and abilities. The company offers thousands of online resources for educators and students. Upon visiting the company’s website, you’ll stumble upon different apps for iOS devices. One of these apps is called Clicker Connect. On the company’s […]
Pain Management Apps for Children
For children and adults with special needs, (e.g. nonverbal, developmental delays, autism, and more), expressing their desires and thoughts can be challenging, if not impossible. Fortunately, there are several apps available to assist with this communication. While all communication is arguably important, the ability to express and manage one’s pain is especially important. Here is […]
ERGO: Autonomous Desk
The average employee spends approximately 7+ hours hunched over a desk staring at a computer. Because we spend so many hours in front of a screen, it is imperative to our overall health that we maintain an ergonomic posture. Not maintaining an ergonomic posture may result in pain and discomfort, and lack of productivity. Soon, ergonomics may be more […]
Monday Tech: Typed App (note taking app)
Wade Wingler, Director of Assistive Technology, at Easter Seals Crossroads, shows us shows us an app called Type. This is a “minimal writing app” that helps students with learning disabilities and dyslexia take better notes. Check it out here:
AM142 – FLYEASE shoes from Nike
Podcast: Play in new window | Download 142-07-31-15 Nike’s FLYEASE shoes Hey there! Welcome to Accessibility Minute, your weekly look at Assistive Technology, those clever tools and devices designed to help people who have difficulties with vision, mobility, hearing or other special needs! This month, the major shoe company Nike has released a new […]