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! A few weeks ago I talked about UnbuckleMe, which is a small tool that makes it […]
Posts with the Easterseals Crossroads tag
6dot Braille Label Maker
If you’re looking for an easy-to-use Braille label maker, check out the 6dot Braille Label Maker from Logan Tech. This portable Braille label maker has a built-in Braille keyboard that supports all grades of Braille in “virtually every language.” It features six good-sized Braille keys on top of the device. The Braille keys are well […]
Homework Solver – Math App
Imagine if you could solve a math homework problem by simply snapping a picture of it with your phone. With the Homework Solver – Math app, you can do just that! This app turns any textbook or teacher-set problem into a responsive learning aid that provides instant feedback. Homework Solver utilizes artificial intelligence to read […]
Monday Tech Tip: 6dot Braille Label Maker
Jim Rinehart, Assistive Technology Specialist, at Easterseals Crossroads shows us the 6dot Braille Maker, which is a portable Braille label maker. Check it out here: Click here to learn more about the 6dot Braille Maker.
Learn ASL with ASL Bloom
Learning American Sign Language can be challenging. Luckily there are apps like ASL Bloom to make it easier! ASL Bloom is an app that enables users to learn American Sign Language anywhere, at any time, in a “fun and effective way.” Here’s the developer’s mission: “We aim to make sign languages accessible to everyone, particularly […]
Bedtime Stories – Stella Sleep App
If you’re searching for an app to help establish an effective bedtime routine for your kiddos, check out the Bedtime Stories – Stella Sleep app. It features bedtime stories, meditations, white noise, and sleepy music to help your child relax and fall asleep. Here’s some information on the developer’s mission: “Our mission involves three key […]