Podcast: Play in new window | Download ATFAQ011-08-10-15 Show notes: Panel: Brian Norton, Mark Stewart, Belva Smith, and Wade Wingler Q1. How do I change the task bar color in Windows 10? Q2. Is there a search engine that works well for the blind? Q3. Need advice for a power wheelchair user who is blind […]
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AM143 – Lectio App for Dyslexia
Podcast: Play in new window | Download 143-08-07-15 Lectio App for Dyslexia 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! Kris Parmelee is an Indianapolis mother of a son with dyslexia. […]
ATU219 – Steve Gleason Act and other AAC legislation with Lisa Satterfield of ASHA, First Look at Windows 10, RESNA AT Journal goes digital
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 […]
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 […]