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 dyslexia or other learning disabilities often benefit from having text read aloud. With […]
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Leeloo AAC App
Over the years, I’ve written about several augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) apps, like the App2Speak or Otsimo AAC apps. Yet another available option is the Leeloo AAC app! Leeloo AAC is an app designed to help individuals who are nonverbal communicate with their parents, teachers, and friends. It uses the AAC and Picture Exchange […]
Accessible QR Codes: More Than Dots and Dashes
QR codes are ubiquitous in today’s world. From stickers and posters to TV advertisements and billboards, these quick-scan options have been around for nearly 30 years and are used by almost every company to get people to learn more about a product or service. Companies like Unilever and Coca-Cola are starting to put QR codes […]
Sir Linkalot Spelling
Spelling can be challenging for individuals with or without special needs. Fortunately, there are apps like Sir Linkalot Spelling to help! According to its website, this award-winning app improves spelling for students of all ages. It helps individuals learn how to spell any word they want by watching short, funny animations on the app. Then […]
Monday Tech Tip: Windows Built In Onscreen Keyboard
Brian Norton, Director of Assistive Technology, at Easterseals Crossroads shows us Microsoft’s On-Screen Keyboard, which is helpful for individuals who have trouble accessing a physical keyboard. Check it out here: Click here to learn more about Windows Built In Onscreen Keyboard.
ATU649 – Roll Mobility with Rachel Zoeller and Joseph Foster
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 Guests: Rachel Zoeller – Co-Founder – Roll Mobility Joseph Foster – Co-Founder – Roll Mobility Roll Mobility Website: […]