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ATU561 – Texthelp and Don Johnston Inc Joining Forces with Martin McKay and Don Johnston

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: Don Johnston – CEO and Founder of Don Johnston Inc. Martin McKay – CEO and Founder of […]

spot vision screener from welch allyn

Welch Allyn Spot Vision Screener

Vision screenings are “crucial for early detection and prevention of vision loss in young children.”  Welch Allyn offers a quick, contact-free vision screening device: introducing their Spot Vision Screener. In sum, it is a handheld, portable device that can automatically detect vision issues from a noninvasive 3-foot distance in just seconds!  The Welch Allyn Spot […]

Wiggle Seat Cushion by Sensory Solutions

We have another addition to our list of fidgets: introducing the Wiggle Seat Inflatable Sensory Cushion!  The Wiggle Seat Cushion by Sensory Solutions is a cost-effective solution to a variety of needs.  Wiggle Seats have grown in popularity for their ability to calm hyperactive children.  They have also been noted to improve overall behavior in […]

EyeGaze Foundations Bundle

Last week I covered the HeadMouse Extreme, which is a device that allows users to control their computers and AAC devices via head movements.   The EyeGaze Foundations is comparable to the HeadMouse by the fact that it is a substitute for a standard mouse.  However, instead of controlling computers via head movement, EyeGaze allows users to control […]

5 iOS and Android Apps for ADHD

There are many misconceptions present throughout current society regarding childhood disorders. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, is the most frequently diagnosed psychiatric condition among children; it is predominantly diagnosed between ages six and twelve, affecting more than 1 in 10 children in the United States. Diagnosing individuals with the disorder is complex despite the prevalence […]

Back to School Classroom Setup: Making Technology Accessible

As students and teachers head back to the classroom, teachers are preparing their classroom for students to be interactive within. When setting up your classroom, teachers should first think about the traffic flow of students.  How will students enter and exit the classroom? How will students interact throughout the classroom? How will students have access […]