SoundingBoard App Transforms Apple products into Communication Device

SoundingBoard is an app transforms your iPhone, iPod Touch, or iPad into the latest in communication technology. This piece of assistive technology is perfect for children in special education, people on the Autism spectrum, and adults with disabilities.  It helps people communicate more clearly. In only a few minutes, you can create custom boards using AbleNet symbols […]

Jelly Bean Twist-Top Switch

Many people with severe physical or cognitive impairment use one or more switches to access computers or access other types of technology. A switch is an assistive technology device that replaces a different need. AbleNet offers a broad array of switch technology options to meet the wide-ranging needs of persons with disabilities. Dual switches offer two distinct […]

Educational Resources for Parents

The internet is an invaluable tool for acquiring educational resources. Technology that is used by everyone, such as a tool like spell check, can be especially helpful to people with learning disabilities. I’ve cobbled together a few online tools that could be helpful for your and your student. GreatTools.org It lists resources for students of all ages and you […]

Fleksy, an iPhone keyboard for the Blind

The app Fleksy is an autocorrect app that is powerful enough to know what you meant to text, even if you aren’t looking at the screen. Today thousands of blind and visually impaired users can type faster and easier than many sighted people because of Fleksy. The app aims to revolutionize the way people think […]

3 Scholarships for Students with Disabilities

When the Americans with Disabilities Act came into effect in 1990, schools were required by the government to accommodate the needs of students with disabilities. This began breaking down many barriers that prevented students from accessing educational resources and technology. It has enabled thousands of students to enjoy the full benefits of a college education. Many scholarships […]