As I mentioned in a post last year, the Pomodoro Technique is a time management method based on 25-minute stretches of focused work broken by five-minute breaks. Longer breaks are typically 15 to 30 minutes after four consecutive work intervals. Each work interval is called a pomodoro, the Italian word for tomato. In my previous […]
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ATU656 – Dr. Kirk Adams PhD
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 Guest: Dr. Kirk Adams PhD Email Dr. Adams: kirkadams000@gmail.com Search Kirk Adams PhD on LinkedIN More on the […]
AM555 Nostalgia MyMini Personal Electric Skillet and Grill
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! Many individuals with mobility challenges may have difficulty preparing food on a standard stove independently. Fortunately, […]
Colgate Hum Kids Smart Toothbrush
A couple of weeks ago, I wrote about the Rainbow Smart Toothbrush, which helps teach children good brushing habits. Another smart toothbrush that is available is the Hum Kids Smart Toothbrush from Colgate. The Hum Smart Toothbrush and app teach children to brush better with fun games. As I stated in the previous post, here’s […]
RainbowSmart Learn and Grow
Supporting a child’s personal, social, and emotional development has many benefits for his or her health and happiness. Children can communicate better, display empathy, and understand their feelings. RainbowSmart Learn and Grow is an award-winning app that supports parents in helping their children become self-reflective and emotionally intelligent. According to the app’s description: “RainbowSmart App […]
Microsoft Sculpt Ergonomic Desktop Keyboard
A repetitive strain injury (RSI) is damage to your muscles, tendons, or nerves caused by repetitive motions and constant use. They’re also sometimes called repetitive stress injuries. Repetitive strain injuries are very common and usually affect your: Fingers and thumbs Wrists Elbows Arms Shoulders Knees One specific task that causes an RSI is typing on […]