Reading comprehension has always been one of my biggest challenges in school. When I began studying to become a special education teacher, I quickly learned it can be even harder to teach. Fortunately, there are several apps and products available to help teach or practice this skill. Before discussing the five resources, let’s first define reading […]
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Nike’s LeBron Soldier 10 FlyEase
I first introduced Nike’s accessible shoe, FlyEase, nearly two years ago. Its design features groundbreaking shoe technology that grants independence to users with limited dexterity. This spring, Nike unleashed an updated, more accessible version of the shoe: LeBron Soldier 10 FlyEase. The original FlyEase design relied on a wrap-around zipper to fasten the shoe. It […]
Monday Tech Tip: AirBar-Turn a PC into a touchscreen
Tracy Castillo, ReUse Technician, at Easterseals Crossroads shows us a device that will turn any PC into a touch screen. Check it out here: For additional information visit: air.bar
ATU316 – ToDoIst
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. ToDoIst with Wade Wingler www.ToDoIst.com www.GettingThingsDone.com www.EasterSealsTech.com —————————— If you have an AT question, leave us a voice mail […]
AM 239 – Calming Hugs
Podcast: Play in new window | Download 239-06-16-17 Calming Hugs 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! If you’re looking for stylish sensory integration solutions, look no further than Calming […]
Word Bank Universal for Google Chrome
Don Johnston Inc., the developer behind Co:Writer, Snap&Read, and more, has recently released Word Bank Universal. Word Bank Universal is an extension for Google Chrome that puts a word bank directly onto your browser. What is a word bank exactly? Word banks provide core vocabulary which can help in: Vocabulary development Spelling support Gaining the […]