Sesame Workshop is the educational nonprofit organization behind Sesame Street. The nonprofit is currently serving more than 150 countries with a mission “to help kids grow smarter, stronger, and kinder.” In their most recent project, the nonprofit is hoping to destigmatize autism by introducing the first muppet with autism named Julia. The new muppet, Julia, is being introduced digitally […]
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Monday Tech Tip: ErgoGenesis Bodybilt Chair
Mark Stewart, Senior Assistive Technology Specialist, shows us an ergonomic chair called ErgoGenesis Bodybilt Chair. Check it out here:
ATFAQ016 – Q1. Where can you get a smoke detector for people who are Deaf or hard of hearing? Q2. What do you do about a university student who relies on CART but can’t get reliable WIFI in the classroom? Q3. What are some accessibility features for students who have trouble with the keyboard and mouse? Q4. Is the talking cane for the blind available? Q5.Any suggestions for a stylus for the iPad? Q6. If you were stranded on a desert island…
Podcast: Play in new window | Download Show notes: Panel: Brian Norton, Belva Smith, and Wade Wingler Q1. Where can you get a smoke detector for people who are Deaf or hard of hearing? Q2. What do you do about a university student who relies on CART but can’t get reliable WIFI in the classroom? Q3. What […]
ATU230 – iOS and Home Automation with John Effinger
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. Show notes: iOS and Home Automation with John Effinger – john.effinger@att.net —————————— Listen 24/7 at www.AssistiveTechnologyRadio.com If you have […]
AM154 – Toca Boo App
Podcast: Play in new window | Download 154-10-23-15 Toca Boo app 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! Wanting to find a fun Halloween-themed app for your kiddos? As of this recording, […]
Encourage speaking and more with the Learn My World app
Learn My World is a unique flashcard-type application that helps teach early learners new words and phrases by using photos of objects familiar to that child. It’s as simple as snapping a photo of a friendly face or item that your child is familiar with and recording the name of person or item! While using the app, children can zoom […]