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Emerging Technology
Assistive Technology Conference Of New England
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In-Person
Providence, RI, United Kingdom
Feb 9, 2024
8:30
About Event
Digital technology is for everyone, but can be overwhelming. If we aren’t an “expert”, we might feel like we can’t properly support our students. Additionally, digital tools already built into devices are often overlooked in a world where so many assistive technology programs available for purchase (and beyond our budget). By knowing which questions to ask, and how to find answers, we can increase our knowledge without the need to become an expert in any one program. By using an individualized approach to working with students, we can provide access to a wider range of individuals within a reasonable budget. In this session, we will discuss some digital tools built into devices and free and low-cost programs; participants are encouraged to share tools and programs they have used as well. We will also review tips, strategies, and key questions to ask that can quickly engage students with digital tools. Peer Technology Specialists from Wesleyan University will be available to answer questions on using technology as a student, and how to approach teaching a student a new technology from the peer perspective. Finally, we will touch on how to best provide continued support to others (and ourselves) in learning and using digital tools for productivity and access. In the afternoon, participants will be encouraged to explore the built-in accessibility options on their own devices. There will be opportunity to learn with some “how to” and also “show and tell”. Facilitators will be available to answer questions specific to various devices. Computer, phones, tablets… have them all charged and ready!
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