Accessible QR Codes: More Than Dots and Dashes

QR codes are ubiquitous in today’s world. From stickers and posters to TV advertisements and billboards, these quick-scan options have been around for nearly 30 years and are used by almost every company to get people to learn more about a product or service. Companies like Unilever and Coca-Cola are starting to put QR codes […]

Sir Linkalot Spelling

Spelling can be challenging for individuals with or without special needs.  Fortunately, there are apps like Sir Linkalot Spelling to help!   According to its website, this award-winning app improves spelling for students of all ages.  It helps individuals learn how to spell any word they want by watching short, funny animations on the app.  Then […]

Monday Tech Tip: Windows Built In Onscreen Keyboard

Brian Norton, Director of Assistive Technology, at Easterseals Crossroads shows us Microsoft’s On-Screen Keyboard, which is helpful for individuals who have trouble accessing a physical keyboard. Check it out here: Click here to learn more about Windows Built In Onscreen Keyboard.

ATU649 – Roll Mobility with Rachel Zoeller and Joseph Foster

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. Special Guests: Rachel Zoeller – Co-Founder – Roll Mobility Joseph Foster – Co-Founder – Roll Mobility Roll Mobility Website: […]

AM548 Dynamilis Handwriting App

Podcast: Play in new window | Download 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! Learning to handwrite can be challenging for many children, especially if they have dysgraphia or other […]

Q-files – Online encyclopedia for children

Q-files is a web-based collection of over 2,000 articles written for children between the ages of 7 and 13.  The site’s articles cover many subjects, including science, math, history, and general interest.  It forms an “engaging, accurate, and good-value” web-based encyclopedia with all of its content verified by experts in the field. Wikipedia is a […]