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=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# University System of Georgia (USG) Benefits Open Enrollment will be held from Monday, October 25 – Friday, November 5, 2021. <br />
# GT Compliances - Nov. 19th!<br />
# Watch SMART Goals: <br />
**https://www.linkedin.com/learning/developing-resourcefulness/what-does-it-mean-to-be-resourceful?u=2163426<br />
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=TFL Mission=<br />
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*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
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=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
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1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
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2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
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3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
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=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* '''GT|HR'''<br />
** Hire Process: AT Acquisition Manager Position<br />
** Hire Process: Program Support Spec. Sr. Position<br />
*'''GT Vaccination Mandate'''<br />
** Jan. 4th<br />
*'''2021 Draft Performance Evaluations, Self-Assessment & 2022 Goals'''<br />
**Were due December 3rd - Thank you!<br />
*'''CIDI Holiday Party! Dec. 15th + White Elephant Gift Exchange"'''<br />
* Jon moving to GSU OT Program. TS2 will stay! <br />
* Need help with TS2 Design Competition in 2022.<br />
**'''ACTION ITEM:''' <br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
* TFL Professional Development:<br />
**"Interruption Podcast: We believe that there is a magical space between an incident and our reaction to that occurrence. We call that space — that time in between — our Interruption. Join Workplace Learning & Professional Development, Georgia Tech's dedicated team for faculty and staff development, as they routinely grapple with the big questions that we all think about but too often hesitate to ask."<br />
** https://pe.gatech.edu/wlpd/interruptions<br />
*'''GT Partnerships'''<br />
* AccessCORPS<br />
* ABLE Alliance <br />
* Design Access<br />
*'''Allocations'''<br />
**Make sure these are correct <br />
* '''Projects:'''<br />
* GaDOE FY21 - Gina, Eric & I are presenting to College of Design Leadership. Contract moving. <br />
* GVRA FY 22 <br />
* CDC Contract - NCE through Sept. 30, 2022. (Updates, ATOB, UNC Research & Dissemination of Videos)<br />
* HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
**Presentation to HHS | ACL December 15th.<br />
** AT Team<br />
* AT3 - $50K - (May-August 31)<br />
* Georgia Division of Aging (DAS) - CARES Act - (Nov. 2021 - End Sept. 30, 2022!)<br />
* 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
* Wireless RERC - NCE - 2 Videos - Almost finished!<br />
*'''Proposals:'''<br />
** NSF - Transportation & Accessibility (GT Partners)<br />
* '''TFL Strategic Planning - Focused Sessions'''<br />
*Completed:<br />
** TFL Overview - CP<br />
** TFL Policy - CP<br />
** AT Acquisition (Part 1) - CP<br />
**Direct Services - Martha (October 18th - 2-4 PM) <br />
** AAC Lab - DeeDee (October 25th 3-4:30 PM) - Thank you, DeeDee & to everyone for Participating!<br />
** Leadership & Training - Liz (October 19th - 2-4 PM) - Thank you, Liz & to everyone for Participating!<br />
*Upcoming:<br />
** AT Considerations - Gina (November)<br />
** TFL Research - Ben (November)<br />
** TFL into CIDI S&E Research - Zerrin (Feb. 2022)<br />
** Wrap Up & Action Items - CP (March 2022)<br />
*'''AT Minute!'''<br />
**KOMP (2021). https://www.noisolation.com/komp <br />
**https://www.noisolation.com/research<br />
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=='''Complete!! CDC/F Trainings & Activities (Carolyn)'''==<br />
*'''1,683,224 Served!'''<br />
**1,683,224 is the total number of people who received direct, tangible information and assistance via project work that is supportable with project data!<br />
**Way to Go, Team!!<br />
*'''COVID-19 Vaccine Videos'''<br />
*'''ACTION ITEM:'''<br />
** Please, help spread the word regarding our 5 Vaccine videos & 1 ASL Video - Thank you, Raminta, Norah & Liz!!!<br />
*'''ATOB! v16.2'''<br />
**A special issue of Assistive Technology Outcomes and Benefits/Accessible Public Health Materials During a Pandemic: Lessons Learned from COVID-19 (Issue 16 Part 2) will be devoted to this project and the issues it addressed. Submitted manuscripts from our project team and/or about the project:<br />
# "Include Me": Implementing Inclusive and Accessible Communications in Public<br />
# Access for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Individuals in Informational and Educational Remote Sessions<br />
# Technology for a Pandemic: Apps for Safety and Independence<br />
# Minimizing the Complexity of Public Health Documents: Making COVID-19 Documents Accessible to Individuals Who Read Below the Third-Grade Level<br />
# Building an Effective Model to Disseminate Accessible COVID-19 Guidance<br />
# The Importance of Braille during a Pandemic and Beyond<br />
# Creating Accessible Infographics: Describing Scientific Data in Ways Everyone Can Understand<br />
# A Needs Assessment of COVID-19 Guidance for Adults with Developmental Disabilities<br />
# Inclusive Design Thinking for Health Messaging in American Sign Language during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Case Study Brief<br />
# Closing the Information Gap: Making COVID-19 Information Accessible for People with Disabilities<br />
*American Public Health Conference Presentation - CP<br />
*AUCD Presentation - Liz & CP<br />
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=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates'''==<br />
'''Transition'''<br />
# Credit-Able - to FODAC!!<br />
# Physical files will still remain in Danny's office <br />
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'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Credit-Able applications are on hold<br />
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=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(1) - AT Services During & After the Covid-19 Pandemic<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(2) - Public Health: feature our work on CDC Project<br />
** Guest Editor, Mark Harniss, U. Washington<br />
** Peer Reviews are in process<br />
** Editing for final approval/publication<br />
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'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT)''' <br />
* Research Proposals<br />
** Submitted Mastery of AT & K-12 Education GTRI Seed Grant<br />
** Preparing Field Initiated Proposal for NIDILRR on MoAT & workplace (due in January)<br />
* MoAT Continuum of AT Mastery Assessment Tool (CATM) presentations<br />
** Presentation Nov 4 at GA EdTech Conference - was very well received<br />
** Presentation scheduled at ATIA (Orlando, Jan 27th)<br />
** Invited to present virtually at monthly SLATE (State Leaders of Assistive Technology in Education) next Wed., Dec 15<br />
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'''Work ACCESS''' <br />
* Presented a webinar on "Inclusion & Participation in the Workplace" - Nov. 17th<br />
* Team is preparing focus groups on Mental Health Accommodations and Changes in Retail Settings/Accommodations at ATIA<br />
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'''AT Network'''<br />
* Beginning the process of mapping categories of AT from the AbleData database to the ISO 9999 classifications<br />
* Team has been exploring how to leverage evaluations done by TFL to help "seed" database<br />
** Dee Dee & Ben have proposed a template with levels at which eval data might be accessed.<br />
** Also looking for PowerPoint presentations and papers to include in the database.<br />
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'''Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Program (ITEP)''' <br />
*Business Coaching under Joy Harris supervision is completed<br />
*Final event will be scheduled for early November <br />
*Working with the New America Foundation for the annual conference<br />
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'''NSF Project'''<br />
*Experiences of Students with Visual Impairments with Tactile Graphics in STEM Courses: Critical Interpretative Synthesis<br />
*Continuing my meetings with Dr. DeStefano <br />
*I completed SLR training<br />
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'''ACCESS Projects''' <br />
*Have been working with the project team to develop protocols for the focus group<br />
*Will join two sessions as a note taker and one session as a moderator <br />
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'''GVRA'''<br />
*Working with Ben, Martha, and Carolyn <br />
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'''FY21 Seed Grant Program''' <br />
*We will be applying for the Oct cycle<br />
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*'''Zerrin's New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
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=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
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*'''Tools for Life'''<br />
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**Data Reminder: Don't forget to enter in your public awareness and I & A data. Include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
**No TFL Advisory Council meeting on 12/16. We are required to host 3 meetings in a year and we have fulfilled that this year.<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures - More info in 2022.<br />
**Webinar archives - Are any of yours missing? '''Let Tori (cc: Liz & Kayla) know by Monday 12/13'''<br />
**TFL Website, wiki (discuss process) - Liz, Kayla, Tori, Shaina, Trish (support) <br />
**Training plan - host more virtually - we're doing it!<br />
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*'''GCDD Accessibility Grant - UDL and Plain Language''' - Completed!<br />
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*'''Credits''' - Training Team <br />
**CEU's - Continuing Education Units approved and distributed by the AAC Institute<br />
**CRC's - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Credits approved and distributed by the Commissioner Rehabilitation Counselor Certification or CRCC <br />
***All applications must be submitted no later than 30 days before the live event. <br />
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*'''CDC/CDC Foundation''' - Carolyn-PI, Liz-Co-PI, Norah - Content Creator and Manager, Trish-Project Support, COVID-19 Accessible Materials for Individuals with Disabilities - COMPLETE!<br />
**Working on archiving the project - Teams and Dropbox<br />
**Microsite maintenance will run through 2022 - Norah lead<br />
**Will still collect monthly analytics - Tori lead <br />
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*'''ATAP (AT3)''' - AT Reuse Activities, AT Database - Carolyn, Liz, Trish(support)<br />
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*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach''' [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website]. - Carolyn and Liz<br />
**Discussions on Design Competition<br />
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*'''Webinars''' - WORK ACCESS series; Wired Wednesdays<br />
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*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA''' - Outreach & Public Awareness - Carolyn, Norah, Raminta, Liz<br />
**1. Making virtual meetings more accessible in emergencies, and <br />
**2. How to minimize the text complexity in messaging<br />
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*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase''' - Focus groups, trainings, webinars - Tori <br />
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*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!''' - NMD United - Connecting Adults Living with Neuromuscular Disabilities. A 501(c)(3) that serves adults living with a variety of NMD through peer connections, education, independent living grants, and much more. (https://www.nmdunited.org/ NMD United website)<br />
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=='''Tori's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Social Media''' - Send articles, webinars, videos, general information, etc. for posting to Tori<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
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=='''Kayla's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Graphic Design Projects'''*<br />
*''' Reach out for any future graphic design assistance/projects or questions. '''*<br />
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=='''Raminta's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Video Projects''' <br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
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=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
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K-12 Updates<br />
*Next [https://www.gadoe.org/External-Affairs-and-Policy/State-Board-of-Education/Pages/default.aspx State Board of Education] meeting is scheduled for November 3 & 4<br />
*Continuing current K-12 deliverables <br />
*Texthelp – November 16, 2021, from 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM – Texthelp Master Class @ CIDI (in person) – sent out an update – look for virtual registration for class in upcoming days. <br />
*New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!<br />
**[https://www.ahead.ie/Discover-your-AT AT Hive]<br />
**[https://sifts.ocali.org/index_what.php SIFTS]<br />
**[https://www.communicationcommunity.com/ Communication Community]<br />
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=='''Norah's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Updates'''<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
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=='''GVRA Project (Ben)'''==<br />
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Team & Project Plan<br />
* November Report is being compiled and analyzed<br />
* Billing for 1st Quarter of project is complete<br />
** Programmatic data was synced to match invoicing<br />
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* Ben: ongoing meetings with Matthew Blake/ IT Team - planning for:<br />
** GVRA Portal / Service Portal (conceptualizing sync with AT Partnership project requirements)<br />
** Monthly report automation (reporting dashboard in place)<br />
** Incorporation of IPSE programs into NEON system (accessible ~ January 15th)<br />
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GVRA Updates<br />
* We have 3 GVRA Transition Work Groups at work on "pilots within the pilot":<br />
** Pilot to develop a model for reporting software usage of GVRA clients in K-12 Districts - Martha & Ben<br />
** Incorporation of IPSE programs into project. (1st 3: Ga Tech, Ga State, Ga Southern) Martha & Ben<br />
** A pilot study of usage of Equati0 at Post-Secondary Level - Zerrin & Ben<br />
*** Ciara is helping us address training needs<br />
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* A 4th Work Group is preparing the surveys of AT knowledge & understanding of the larger GVRA staff - Zerrin<br />
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* Looking to do a data sharing arrangement/ agreement - Ben<br />
** Help populate NEON with required GVRA data<br />
** Make reporting more robust & meaningful<br />
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=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''==<br />
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*Wired Wednesdays- last one of the year! Brando Conrad with Matchware will be our guest speaker on Dec 8th<br />
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*AT Lab- we are continuing to work on this- it is looking great, still need help with a few more items that need to be barcoded and put up, labeling drawers and cabinets, and adding location. Sal is working on a script for the tour.<br />
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*Reading Progress Demo with Microsoft Teams- for educators- super cool way that students and teachers can see progress<br />
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*DeeDee, Rachel, and Martha worked on technical assistance with social worker and family on quality of life and communication<br />
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*Working on some AT loans<br />
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*Working with several individuals on providing resources and information about AT. <br />
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*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NilBP_YwXDw - Microsoft Teams Reading Progress for Educators<br />
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=='''Ciara's Updates'''==<br />
'''TFL Data:'''<br />
*Device Demo Oct. FY22 - Present All Centers: 0<br />
**Device Demo for FY21: 137<br />
**Device Demo for FY20: 478<br />
**Device Demo for FY19: 1029<br />
*Device Demos Oct. FY22- Present TFL: 0<br />
**Device Demo for FY21: 25<br />
**Device Demo for FY20: 79<br />
**Device Demo for FY19: 185<br />
*Device Loans Oct. FY22 - Present All Centers: 0<br />
**Device Loans for FY21: 189<br />
**Device Loans for FY20: 258<br />
**Device Loans for FY19: 634<br />
*Device Loans Oct. FY22 - Present TFL: 0<br />
**Device Loans for FY21: 76<br />
**Device Loans for FY20: 94<br />
**Device Loans for FY19: 352<br />
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*Device Reutilization Oct. FY22 - 0<br />
**Device Reutilization for FY21: 4678<br />
**Device Reutilization for FY20: 4333<br />
**Device Reutilization for FY19: 7266<br />
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'''TFL AppFinder:'''<br />
* Jamf Update & Timeline for Rollout - Jerel is waiting for OIT to set up his account to receive permissions in order to set service accounts for TFL team<br />
* Highlight 1-3 New Apps in Appfinder - no new apps, but has been updated to include communication apps that we use often<br />
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'''TFL Lab:'''<br />
* "How to Guides" Updates - There is a new folder under the TFL Direct Services channel on Teams where '''Cheat Sheets & How To Guides''' exists. There are different assistive technology categories. DeeDee & I met with Valerie to discuss the accessibility of the cheat sheets, she has offered to give the TFL team a refresher training on PDF & Word Doc accessibility if we are interested.<br />
* New AT for Lab Updates<br />
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*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
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=='''Sal's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Aging Committees Updates'''<br />
**Who<br />
**What<br />
*'''Outreach & Trainings Updates''' <br />
**Upcoming<br />
*'''AT Lab - Organization Updates'''<br />
**New AT<br />
**Ideas<br />
'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
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=='''Rachel's Updates'''==<br />
*'''TFL AT Awareness for Dementia & Isolation Update''' <br />
*'''Interactive AT Lab''' Reassessed current inventory for AT related to dementia and isolation while in the office last week. Updated “wish list” of new and innovative AT to add to the AT Lab. <br />
**<br />
*'''DAS Contract'''<br />
**Updates: Awaiting the extension for the Cares Act project. Hopefully, we will be able to resume in November. <br />
Culture Change Network of Georgia is hosting a CCNG Rally this Thursday from 10-11:30. This is a virtual event that is typically an annual Summit. The intent is to "Come together for a common action or effort". Stakeholders across Ga will update progress for Person-Centered Care especially related to Dementia. Recently awarded a new grant along with GSU/CMP. Changing public policies and educating care providers caring for elders especially in nursing home settings are top priorities of grant. TFL will share updates with those in attendance.<br />
* Updates• <br />
Continuing to advance the Work Access project. Last week, held a Focus Group with Mental Health in the workplace as the main area of focus<br />
Colleagues continue to reach out on a regular basis with specific challenges and features that are needed in AT. Ex- AT for medical use at home with audible output and ease of use with 1 hand/arm.<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
A great resource for information related to technology and seniors: https://www.techenhancedlife.com/hub/useful-apps-older-adults-seniors-boomers<br />
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=='''Sarah's Updates'''==<br />
*'''ACCESS Updates & Focus Groups'''<br />
*'''GT DSP Office Updates'''<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
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=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (Johan)'''==<br />
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*AccessGA <br />
**Technical assistance provided to state agencies<br />
**GA Dept. of Economic Development<br />
*Fee-for-Service <br />
**Shepherd Center (first of six trainings beginning Nov. 9th <br />
***Web Accessibility Evaluation completed<br />
***Follow-up Technical Assistance<br />
**UDOIT Tool Evaluation for LMS in progress<br />
*** evaluation to be completed by end of month<br />
**BLH/NLM<br />
***2 of 19 trainings scheduled Nov. 2 and Nov. 10 on topics related to disability awareness <br />
***A11y evaluation of NLM website<br />
***A11y evaluation of Moodle LMS<br />
***Technical assistance<br />
**Request from ASTHO <br />
***Trainings on Disability Awareness and Digital A11y<br />
**DBHDD<br />
***opioid overdose reporting app<br />
**JCC Chicago<br />
***SoW pending<br />
***Web a11y evaluation and technical assistance requested<br />
***awaiting testing environment<br />
**UX Initiatives<br />
***Several ongoing projects in the coming weeks/months involving UX<br />
****Aging Well Access<br />
****Dementia Access<br />
****Washington AT Access <br />
****AT Network <br />
****AT3 AT Access<br />
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=='''AAC Programs (DeeDee)'''==<br />
* Display devices have been set up and labeling begun<br />
* AAC materials from DBHDD lab moved upstairs - getting organized<br />
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Display materials planned:<br />
* Device information <br />
* Posters/handouts on elements of AAC and Access (i.e., types of AAC devices, core words, switches, scanning access, etc.)<br />
* Handouts on implementation strategies, product information<br />
* Information on access from Pittsburg AAC Language Seminar - Karen Kangas<br />
* Model as a MASTER PAL for communication partner training<br />
* Considering list of training resources<br />
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Kennesaw University UD Lab<br />
* Initial visit completed 8/24/21<br />
* Classification of apps by educational vs AT completed<br />
* Review of equipment updates completed<br />
* Need to write report<br />
* Training webinars planning begun (Microsoft Accessibility/Chromebook Accessibility)<br />
* need to reach out to Chris regarding status of videos<br />
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AAC Curriculum<br />
* Review of online courses completed<br />
* Analysis of course content begun<br />
* Basic framework of Curriculum begin<br />
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=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''== <br />
# ALL: Who can help? TS2 Design Competition in 2022.<br />
# ALL: <br />
**"Interruption Podcast: We believe that there is a magical space between an incident and our reaction to that occurrence. We call that space — that time in between — our Interruption. Join Workplace Learning & Professional Development, Georgia Tech's dedicated team for faculty and staff development, as they routinely grapple with the big questions that we all think about but too often hesitate to ask."<br />
** https://pe.gatech.edu/wlpd/interruptions</div>Rsatterfield8http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_12/7/2021&diff=6172TFL Team Meeting - 12/7/20212021-12-07T14:17:16Z<p>Rsatterfield8: /* GVRA Project (Ben) */</p>
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=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# University System of Georgia (USG) Benefits Open Enrollment will be held from Monday, October 25 – Friday, November 5, 2021. <br />
# GT Compliances - Nov. 19th!<br />
# Watch SMART Goals: <br />
**https://www.linkedin.com/learning/developing-resourcefulness/what-does-it-mean-to-be-resourceful?u=2163426<br />
<br />
=TFL Mission=<br />
<br />
*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
<br />
=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
<br />
1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
<br />
2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
<br />
3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* '''GT|HR'''<br />
** Hire Process: AT Acquisition Manager Position<br />
** Hire Process: Program Support Spec. Sr. Position<br />
*'''GT Vaccination Mandate'''<br />
** Jan. 4th<br />
*'''2021 Draft Performance Evaluations, Self-Assessment & 2022 Goals'''<br />
**Were due December 3rd - Thank you!<br />
*'''CIDI Holiday Party! Dec. 15th + White Elephant Gift Exchange"'''<br />
* Jon moving to GSU OT Program. TS2 will stay! <br />
* Need help with TS2 Design Competition in 2022.<br />
**'''ACTION ITEM:''' <br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
* TFL Professional Development:<br />
**"Interruption Podcast: We believe that there is a magical space between an incident and our reaction to that occurrence. We call that space — that time in between — our Interruption. Join Workplace Learning & Professional Development, Georgia Tech's dedicated team for faculty and staff development, as they routinely grapple with the big questions that we all think about but too often hesitate to ask."<br />
** https://pe.gatech.edu/wlpd/interruptions<br />
*'''GT Partnerships'''<br />
* AccessCORPS<br />
* ABLE Alliance <br />
* Design Access<br />
*'''Allocations'''<br />
**Make sure these are correct <br />
* '''Projects:'''<br />
* GaDOE FY21 - Gina, Eric & I are presenting to College of Design Leadership. Contract moving. <br />
* GVRA FY 22 <br />
* CDC Contract - NCE through Sept. 30, 2022. (Updates, ATOB, UNC Research & Dissemination of Videos)<br />
* HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
**Presentation to HHS | ACL December 15th.<br />
** AT Team<br />
* AT3 - $50K - (May-August 31)<br />
* Georgia Division of Aging (DAS) - CARES Act - (Nov. 2021 - End Sept. 30, 2022!)<br />
* 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
* Wireless RERC - NCE - 2 Videos - Almost finished!<br />
*'''Proposals:'''<br />
** NSF - Transportation & Accessibility (GT Partners)<br />
* '''TFL Strategic Planning - Focused Sessions'''<br />
*Completed:<br />
** TFL Overview - CP<br />
** TFL Policy - CP<br />
** AT Acquisition (Part 1) - CP<br />
**Direct Services - Martha (October 18th - 2-4 PM) <br />
** AAC Lab - DeeDee (October 25th 3-4:30 PM) - Thank you, DeeDee & to everyone for Participating!<br />
** Leadership & Training - Liz (October 19th - 2-4 PM) - Thank you, Liz & to everyone for Participating!<br />
*Upcoming:<br />
** AT Considerations - Gina (November)<br />
** TFL Research - Ben (November)<br />
** TFL into CIDI S&E Research - Zerrin (Feb. 2022)<br />
** Wrap Up & Action Items - CP (March 2022)<br />
*'''AT Minute!'''<br />
**KOMP (2021). https://www.noisolation.com/komp <br />
**https://www.noisolation.com/research<br />
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=='''Complete!! CDC/F Trainings & Activities (Carolyn)'''==<br />
*'''1,683,224 Served!'''<br />
**1,683,224 is the total number of people who received direct, tangible information and assistance via project work that is supportable with project data!<br />
**Way to Go, Team!!<br />
*'''COVID-19 Vaccine Videos'''<br />
*'''ACTION ITEM:'''<br />
** Please, help spread the word regarding our 5 Vaccine videos & 1 ASL Video - Thank you, Raminta, Norah & Liz!!!<br />
*'''ATOB! v16.2'''<br />
**A special issue of Assistive Technology Outcomes and Benefits/Accessible Public Health Materials During a Pandemic: Lessons Learned from COVID-19 (Issue 16 Part 2) will be devoted to this project and the issues it addressed. Submitted manuscripts from our project team and/or about the project:<br />
# "Include Me": Implementing Inclusive and Accessible Communications in Public<br />
# Access for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Individuals in Informational and Educational Remote Sessions<br />
# Technology for a Pandemic: Apps for Safety and Independence<br />
# Minimizing the Complexity of Public Health Documents: Making COVID-19 Documents Accessible to Individuals Who Read Below the Third-Grade Level<br />
# Building an Effective Model to Disseminate Accessible COVID-19 Guidance<br />
# The Importance of Braille during a Pandemic and Beyond<br />
# Creating Accessible Infographics: Describing Scientific Data in Ways Everyone Can Understand<br />
# A Needs Assessment of COVID-19 Guidance for Adults with Developmental Disabilities<br />
# Inclusive Design Thinking for Health Messaging in American Sign Language during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Case Study Brief<br />
# Closing the Information Gap: Making COVID-19 Information Accessible for People with Disabilities<br />
*American Public Health Conference Presentation - CP<br />
*AUCD Presentation - Liz & CP<br />
<br />
=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates'''==<br />
'''Transition'''<br />
# Credit-Able - to FODAC!!<br />
# Physical files will still remain in Danny's office <br />
<br />
'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Credit-Able applications are on hold<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(1) - AT Services During & After the Covid-19 Pandemic<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(2) - Public Health: feature our work on CDC Project<br />
** Guest Editor, Mark Harniss, U. Washington<br />
** Peer Reviews are in process<br />
** Editing for final approval/publication<br />
<br />
'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT)''' <br />
* Research Proposals<br />
** Submitted Mastery of AT & K-12 Education GTRI Seed Grant<br />
** Preparing Field Initiated Proposal for NIDILRR on MoAT & workplace (due in January)<br />
* MoAT Continuum of AT Mastery Assessment Tool (CATM) presentations<br />
** Presentation Nov 4 at GA EdTech Conference - was very well received<br />
** Presentation scheduled at ATIA (Orlando, Jan 27th)<br />
** Invited to present virtually at monthly SLATE (State Leaders of Assistive Technology in Education) next Wed., Dec 15<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS''' <br />
* Presented a webinar on "Inclusion & Participation in the Workplace" - Nov. 17th<br />
* Team is preparing focus groups on Mental Health Accommodations and Changes in Retail Settings/Accommodations at ATIA<br />
<br />
'''AT Network'''<br />
* Beginning the process of mapping categories of AT from the AbleData database to the ISO 9999 classifications<br />
* Team has been exploring how to leverage evaluations done by TFL to help "seed" database<br />
** Dee Dee & Ben have proposed a template with levels at which eval data might be accessed.<br />
** Also looking for PowerPoint presentations and papers to include in the database.<br />
<br />
'''Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Program (ITEP)''' <br />
*Business Coaching under Joy Harris supervision is completed<br />
*Final event will be scheduled for early November <br />
*Working with the New America Foundation for the annual conference<br />
<br />
'''NSF Project'''<br />
*Experiences of Students with Visual Impairments with Tactile Graphics in STEM Courses: Critical Interpretative Synthesis<br />
*Continuing my meetings with Dr. DeStefano <br />
*I completed SLR training<br />
<br />
'''ACCESS Projects''' <br />
*Have been working with the project team to develop protocols for the focus group<br />
*Will join two sessions as a note taker and one session as a moderator <br />
<br />
'''GVRA'''<br />
*Working with Ben, Martha, and Carolyn <br />
<br />
'''FY21 Seed Grant Program''' <br />
*We will be applying for the Oct cycle<br />
<br />
*'''Zerrin's New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
<br />
*'''Tools for Life'''<br />
<br />
**Data Reminder: Don't forget to enter in your public awareness and I & A data. Include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
**No TFL Advisory Council meeting on 12/16. We are required to host 3 meetings in a year and we have fulfilled that this year.<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures - More info in 2022.<br />
**Webinar archives - Are any of yours missing? '''Let Tori (cc: Liz & Kayla) know by Monday 12/13'''<br />
**TFL Website, wiki (discuss process) - Liz, Kayla, Tori, Shaina, Trish (support) <br />
**Training plan - host more virtually - we're doing it!<br />
<br />
*'''GCDD Accessibility Grant - UDL and Plain Language''' - Completed!<br />
<br />
*'''Credits''' - Training Team <br />
**CEU's - Continuing Education Units approved and distributed by the AAC Institute<br />
**CRC's - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Credits approved and distributed by the Commissioner Rehabilitation Counselor Certification or CRCC <br />
***All applications must be submitted no later than 30 days before the live event. <br />
<br />
*'''CDC/CDC Foundation''' - Carolyn-PI, Liz-Co-PI, Norah - Content Creator and Manager, Trish-Project Support, COVID-19 Accessible Materials for Individuals with Disabilities - COMPLETE!<br />
**Working on archiving the project - Teams and Dropbox<br />
**Microsite maintenance will run through 2022 - Norah lead<br />
**Will still collect monthly analytics - Tori lead <br />
<br />
*'''ATAP (AT3)''' - AT Reuse Activities, AT Database - Carolyn, Liz, Trish(support)<br />
<br />
*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach''' [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website]. - Carolyn and Liz<br />
**Discussions on Design Competition<br />
<br />
*'''Webinars''' - WORK ACCESS series; Wired Wednesdays<br />
<br />
*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA''' - Outreach & Public Awareness - Carolyn, Norah, Raminta, Liz<br />
**1. Making virtual meetings more accessible in emergencies, and <br />
**2. How to minimize the text complexity in messaging<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase''' - Focus groups, trainings, webinars - Tori <br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!''' - NMD United - Connecting Adults Living with Neuromuscular Disabilities. A 501(c)(3) that serves adults living with a variety of NMD through peer connections, education, independent living grants, and much more. (https://www.nmdunited.org/ NMD United website)<br />
<br />
=='''Tori's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Social Media''' - Send articles, webinars, videos, general information, etc. for posting to Tori<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''Kayla's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Graphic Design Projects'''*<br />
*''' Reach out for any future graphic design assistance/projects or questions. '''*<br />
<br />
=='''Raminta's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Video Projects''' <br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
<br />
K-12 Updates<br />
*Next [https://www.gadoe.org/External-Affairs-and-Policy/State-Board-of-Education/Pages/default.aspx State Board of Education] meeting is scheduled for November 3 & 4<br />
*Continuing current K-12 deliverables <br />
*Texthelp – November 16, 2021, from 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM – Texthelp Master Class @ CIDI (in person) – sent out an update – look for virtual registration for class in upcoming days. <br />
*New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!<br />
**[https://www.ahead.ie/Discover-your-AT AT Hive]<br />
**[https://sifts.ocali.org/index_what.php SIFTS]<br />
**[https://www.communicationcommunity.com/ Communication Community]<br />
<br />
=='''Norah's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Updates'''<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''GVRA Project (Ben)'''==<br />
<br />
Team & Project Plan<br />
* November Report is being compiled and analyzed<br />
* Billing for 1st Quarter of project is complete<br />
** Programmatic data was synced to match invoicing<br />
<br />
* Ben: ongoing meetings with Matthew Blake/ IT Team - planning for:<br />
** GVRA Portal / Service Portal (conceptualizing sync with AT Partnership project requirements)<br />
** Monthly report automation (reporting dashboard in place)<br />
** Incorporation of IPSE programs into NEON system (accessible ~ January 15th)<br />
<br />
GVRA Updates<br />
* We have 3 GVRA Transition Work Groups at work on "pilots within the pilot":<br />
** Pilot to develop a model for reporting software usage of GVRA clients in K-12 Districts - Martha & Ben<br />
** Incorporation of IPSE programs into project. (1st 3: Ga Tech, Ga State, Ga Southern) Martha & Ben<br />
** A pilot study of usage of Equati0 at Post-Secondary Level - Zerrin & Ben<br />
<br />
* A 4th Work Group is preparing the surveys of AT knowledge & understanding of the larger GVRA staff - Zerrin<br />
<br />
* Looking to do a data sharing arrangement/ agreement - Ben<br />
** Help populate NEON with required GVRA data<br />
** Make reporting more robust & meaningful<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''==<br />
<br />
*Wired Wednesdays- last one of the year! Brando Conrad with Matchware will be our guest speaker on Dec 8th<br />
<br />
*AT Lab- we are continuing to work on this- it is looking great, still need help with a few more items that need to be barcoded and put up, labeling drawers and cabinets, and adding location. Sal is working on a script for the tour.<br />
<br />
*Reading Progress Demo with Microsoft Teams- for educators- super cool way that students and teachers can see progress<br />
<br />
*DeeDee, Rachel, and Martha worked on technical assistance with social worker and family on quality of life and communication<br />
<br />
*Working on some AT loans<br />
<br />
*Working with several individuals on providing resources and information about AT. <br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NilBP_YwXDw - Microsoft Teams Reading Progress for Educators<br />
<br />
=='''Ciara's Updates'''==<br />
'''TFL Data:'''<br />
*Device Demo Oct. FY22 - Present All Centers: 0<br />
**Device Demo for FY21: 137<br />
**Device Demo for FY20: 478<br />
**Device Demo for FY19: 1029<br />
*Device Demos Oct. FY22- Present TFL: 0<br />
**Device Demo for FY21: 25<br />
**Device Demo for FY20: 79<br />
**Device Demo for FY19: 185<br />
*Device Loans Oct. FY22 - Present All Centers: 0<br />
**Device Loans for FY21: 189<br />
**Device Loans for FY20: 258<br />
**Device Loans for FY19: 634<br />
*Device Loans Oct. FY22 - Present TFL: 0<br />
**Device Loans for FY21: 76<br />
**Device Loans for FY20: 94<br />
**Device Loans for FY19: 352<br />
<br />
*Device Reutilization Oct. FY22 - 0<br />
**Device Reutilization for FY21: 4678<br />
**Device Reutilization for FY20: 4333<br />
**Device Reutilization for FY19: 7266<br />
<br />
'''TFL AppFinder:'''<br />
* Jamf Update & Timeline for Rollout - Jerel is waiting for OIT to set up his account to receive permissions in order to set service accounts for TFL team<br />
* Highlight 1-3 New Apps in Appfinder - no new apps, but has been updated to include communication apps that we use often<br />
<br />
'''TFL Lab:'''<br />
* "How to Guides" Updates - There is a new folder under the TFL Direct Services channel on Teams where '''Cheat Sheets & How To Guides''' exists. There are different assistive technology categories. DeeDee & I met with Valerie to discuss the accessibility of the cheat sheets, she has offered to give the TFL team a refresher training on PDF & Word Doc accessibility if we are interested.<br />
* New AT for Lab Updates<br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
*<br />
<br />
=='''Sal's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Aging Committees Updates'''<br />
**Who<br />
**What<br />
*'''Outreach & Trainings Updates''' <br />
**Upcoming<br />
*'''AT Lab - Organization Updates'''<br />
**New AT<br />
**Ideas<br />
'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''Rachel's Updates'''==<br />
*'''TFL AT Awareness for Dementia & Isolation Update''' <br />
*'''Interactive AT Lab''' Reassessed current inventory for AT related to dementia and isolation while in the office last week. Updated “wish list” of new and innovative AT to add to the AT Lab. <br />
**<br />
*'''DAS Contract'''<br />
**Updates: Awaiting the extension for the Cares Act project. Hopefully, we will be able to resume in November. <br />
Culture Change Network of Georgia is hosting a CCNG Rally this Thursday from 10-11:30. This is a virtual event that is typically an annual Summit. The intent is to "Come together for a common action or effort". Stakeholders across Ga will update progress for Person-Centered Care especially related to Dementia. Recently awarded a new grant along with GSU/CMP. Changing public policies and educating care providers caring for elders especially in nursing home settings are top priorities of grant. TFL will share updates with those in attendance.<br />
* Updates• <br />
Continuing to advance the Work Access project. Last week, held a Focus Group with Mental Health in the workplace as the main area of focus<br />
Colleagues continue to reach out on a regular basis with specific challenges and features that are needed in AT. Ex- AT for medical use at home with audible output and ease of use with 1 hand/arm.<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
A great resource for information related to technology and seniors: https://www.techenhancedlife.com/hub/useful-apps-older-adults-seniors-boomers<br />
<br />
=='''Sarah's Updates'''==<br />
*'''ACCESS Updates & Focus Groups'''<br />
*'''GT DSP Office Updates'''<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (Johan)'''==<br />
<br />
*AccessGA <br />
**Technical assistance provided to state agencies<br />
**GA Dept. of Economic Development<br />
*Fee-for-Service <br />
**Shepherd Center (first of six trainings beginning Nov. 9th <br />
***Web Accessibility Evaluation completed<br />
***Follow-up Technical Assistance<br />
**UDOIT Tool Evaluation for LMS in progress<br />
*** evaluation to be completed by end of month<br />
**BLH/NLM<br />
***2 of 19 trainings scheduled Nov. 2 and Nov. 10 on topics related to disability awareness <br />
***A11y evaluation of NLM website<br />
***A11y evaluation of Moodle LMS<br />
***Technical assistance<br />
**Request from ASTHO <br />
***Trainings on Disability Awareness and Digital A11y<br />
**DBHDD<br />
***opioid overdose reporting app<br />
**JCC Chicago<br />
***SoW pending<br />
***Web a11y evaluation and technical assistance requested<br />
***awaiting testing environment<br />
**UX Initiatives<br />
***Several ongoing projects in the coming weeks/months involving UX<br />
****Aging Well Access<br />
****Dementia Access<br />
****Washington AT Access <br />
****AT Network <br />
****AT3 AT Access<br />
<br />
=='''AAC Programs (DeeDee)'''==<br />
* Display devices have been set up and labeling begun<br />
* AAC materials from DBHDD lab moved upstairs - getting organized<br />
<br />
Display materials planned:<br />
* Device information <br />
* Posters/handouts on elements of AAC and Access (i.e., types of AAC devices, core words, switches, scanning access, etc.)<br />
* Handouts on implementation strategies, product information<br />
* Information on access from Pittsburg AAC Language Seminar - Karen Kangas<br />
* Model as a MASTER PAL for communication partner training<br />
* Considering list of training resources<br />
<br />
Kennesaw University UD Lab<br />
* Initial visit completed 8/24/21<br />
* Classification of apps by educational vs AT completed<br />
* Review of equipment updates completed<br />
* Need to write report<br />
* Training webinars planning begun (Microsoft Accessibility/Chromebook Accessibility)<br />
* need to reach out to Chris regarding status of videos<br />
<br />
AAC Curriculum<br />
* Review of online courses completed<br />
* Analysis of course content begun<br />
* Basic framework of Curriculum begin<br />
<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''== <br />
# ALL: Who can help? TS2 Design Competition in 2022.<br />
# ALL: <br />
**"Interruption Podcast: We believe that there is a magical space between an incident and our reaction to that occurrence. We call that space — that time in between — our Interruption. Join Workplace Learning & Professional Development, Georgia Tech's dedicated team for faculty and staff development, as they routinely grapple with the big questions that we all think about but too often hesitate to ask."<br />
** https://pe.gatech.edu/wlpd/interruptions</div>Rsatterfield8http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_12/7/2021&diff=6171TFL Team Meeting - 12/7/20212021-12-07T14:15:26Z<p>Rsatterfield8: /* GVRA Project (Ben) */</p>
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<div>=Agenda=<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# University System of Georgia (USG) Benefits Open Enrollment will be held from Monday, October 25 – Friday, November 5, 2021. <br />
# GT Compliances - Nov. 19th!<br />
# Watch SMART Goals: <br />
**https://www.linkedin.com/learning/developing-resourcefulness/what-does-it-mean-to-be-resourceful?u=2163426<br />
<br />
=TFL Mission=<br />
<br />
*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
<br />
=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
<br />
1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
<br />
2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
<br />
3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* '''GT|HR'''<br />
** Hire Process: AT Acquisition Manager Position<br />
** Hire Process: Program Support Spec. Sr. Position<br />
*'''GT Vaccination Mandate'''<br />
** Jan. 4th<br />
*'''2021 Draft Performance Evaluations, Self-Assessment & 2022 Goals'''<br />
**Were due December 3rd - Thank you!<br />
*'''CIDI Holiday Party! Dec. 15th + White Elephant Gift Exchange"'''<br />
* Jon moving to GSU OT Program. TS2 will stay! <br />
* Need help with TS2 Design Competition in 2022.<br />
**'''ACTION ITEM:''' <br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
* TFL Professional Development:<br />
**"Interruption Podcast: We believe that there is a magical space between an incident and our reaction to that occurrence. We call that space — that time in between — our Interruption. Join Workplace Learning & Professional Development, Georgia Tech's dedicated team for faculty and staff development, as they routinely grapple with the big questions that we all think about but too often hesitate to ask."<br />
** https://pe.gatech.edu/wlpd/interruptions<br />
*'''GT Partnerships'''<br />
* AccessCORPS<br />
* ABLE Alliance <br />
* Design Access<br />
*'''Allocations'''<br />
**Make sure these are correct <br />
* '''Projects:'''<br />
* GaDOE FY21 - Gina, Eric & I are presenting to College of Design Leadership. Contract moving. <br />
* GVRA FY 22 <br />
* CDC Contract - NCE through Sept. 30, 2022. (Updates, ATOB, UNC Research & Dissemination of Videos)<br />
* HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
**Presentation to HHS | ACL December 15th.<br />
** AT Team<br />
* AT3 - $50K - (May-August 31)<br />
* Georgia Division of Aging (DAS) - CARES Act - (Nov. 2021 - End Sept. 30, 2022!)<br />
* 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
* Wireless RERC - NCE - 2 Videos - Almost finished!<br />
*'''Proposals:'''<br />
** NSF - Transportation & Accessibility (GT Partners)<br />
* '''TFL Strategic Planning - Focused Sessions'''<br />
*Completed:<br />
** TFL Overview - CP<br />
** TFL Policy - CP<br />
** AT Acquisition (Part 1) - CP<br />
**Direct Services - Martha (October 18th - 2-4 PM) <br />
** AAC Lab - DeeDee (October 25th 3-4:30 PM) - Thank you, DeeDee & to everyone for Participating!<br />
** Leadership & Training - Liz (October 19th - 2-4 PM) - Thank you, Liz & to everyone for Participating!<br />
*Upcoming:<br />
** AT Considerations - Gina (November)<br />
** TFL Research - Ben (November)<br />
** TFL into CIDI S&E Research - Zerrin (Feb. 2022)<br />
** Wrap Up & Action Items - CP (March 2022)<br />
*'''AT Minute!'''<br />
**KOMP (2021). https://www.noisolation.com/komp <br />
**https://www.noisolation.com/research<br />
<br />
=='''Complete!! CDC/F Trainings & Activities (Carolyn)'''==<br />
*'''1,683,224 Served!'''<br />
**1,683,224 is the total number of people who received direct, tangible information and assistance via project work that is supportable with project data!<br />
**Way to Go, Team!!<br />
*'''COVID-19 Vaccine Videos'''<br />
*'''ACTION ITEM:'''<br />
** Please, help spread the word regarding our 5 Vaccine videos & 1 ASL Video - Thank you, Raminta, Norah & Liz!!!<br />
*'''ATOB! v16.2'''<br />
**A special issue of Assistive Technology Outcomes and Benefits/Accessible Public Health Materials During a Pandemic: Lessons Learned from COVID-19 (Issue 16 Part 2) will be devoted to this project and the issues it addressed. Submitted manuscripts from our project team and/or about the project:<br />
# "Include Me": Implementing Inclusive and Accessible Communications in Public<br />
# Access for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Individuals in Informational and Educational Remote Sessions<br />
# Technology for a Pandemic: Apps for Safety and Independence<br />
# Minimizing the Complexity of Public Health Documents: Making COVID-19 Documents Accessible to Individuals Who Read Below the Third-Grade Level<br />
# Building an Effective Model to Disseminate Accessible COVID-19 Guidance<br />
# The Importance of Braille during a Pandemic and Beyond<br />
# Creating Accessible Infographics: Describing Scientific Data in Ways Everyone Can Understand<br />
# A Needs Assessment of COVID-19 Guidance for Adults with Developmental Disabilities<br />
# Inclusive Design Thinking for Health Messaging in American Sign Language during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Case Study Brief<br />
# Closing the Information Gap: Making COVID-19 Information Accessible for People with Disabilities<br />
*American Public Health Conference Presentation - CP<br />
*AUCD Presentation - Liz & CP<br />
<br />
=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates'''==<br />
'''Transition'''<br />
# Credit-Able - to FODAC!!<br />
# Physical files will still remain in Danny's office <br />
<br />
'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Credit-Able applications are on hold<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(1) - AT Services During & After the Covid-19 Pandemic<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(2) - Public Health: feature our work on CDC Project<br />
** Guest Editor, Mark Harniss, U. Washington<br />
** Peer Reviews are in process<br />
** Editing for final approval/publication<br />
<br />
'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT)''' <br />
* Research Proposals<br />
** Submitted Mastery of AT & K-12 Education GTRI Seed Grant<br />
** Preparing Field Initiated Proposal for NIDILRR on MoAT & workplace (due in January)<br />
* MoAT Continuum of AT Mastery Assessment Tool (CATM) presentations<br />
** Presentation Nov 4 at GA EdTech Conference - was very well received<br />
** Presentation scheduled at ATIA (Orlando, Jan 27th)<br />
** Invited to present virtually at monthly SLATE (State Leaders of Assistive Technology in Education) next Wed., Dec 15<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS''' <br />
* Presented a webinar on "Inclusion & Participation in the Workplace" - Nov. 17th<br />
* Team is preparing focus groups on Mental Health Accommodations and Changes in Retail Settings/Accommodations at ATIA<br />
<br />
'''AT Network'''<br />
* Beginning the process of mapping categories of AT from the AbleData database to the ISO 9999 classifications<br />
* Team has been exploring how to leverage evaluations done by TFL to help "seed" database<br />
** Dee Dee & Ben have proposed a template with levels at which eval data might be accessed.<br />
** Also looking for PowerPoint presentations and papers to include in the database.<br />
<br />
'''Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Program (ITEP)''' <br />
*Business Coaching under Joy Harris supervision is completed<br />
*Final event will be scheduled for early November <br />
*Working with the New America Foundation for the annual conference<br />
<br />
'''NSF Project'''<br />
*Experiences of Students with Visual Impairments with Tactile Graphics in STEM Courses: Critical Interpretative Synthesis<br />
*Continuing my meetings with Dr. DeStefano <br />
*I completed SLR training<br />
<br />
'''ACCESS Projects''' <br />
*Have been working with the project team to develop protocols for the focus group<br />
*Will join two sessions as a note taker and one session as a moderator <br />
<br />
'''GVRA'''<br />
*Working with Ben, Martha, and Carolyn <br />
<br />
'''FY21 Seed Grant Program''' <br />
*We will be applying for the Oct cycle<br />
<br />
*'''Zerrin's New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
<br />
*'''Tools for Life'''<br />
<br />
**Data Reminder: Don't forget to enter in your public awareness and I & A data. Include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
**No TFL Advisory Council meeting on 12/16. We are required to host 3 meetings in a year and we have fulfilled that this year.<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures - More info in 2022.<br />
**Webinar archives - Are any of yours missing? '''Let Tori (cc: Liz & Kayla) know by Monday 12/13'''<br />
**TFL Website, wiki (discuss process) - Liz, Kayla, Tori, Shaina, Trish (support) <br />
**Training plan - host more virtually - we're doing it!<br />
<br />
*'''GCDD Accessibility Grant - UDL and Plain Language''' - Completed!<br />
<br />
*'''Credits''' - Training Team <br />
**CEU's - Continuing Education Units approved and distributed by the AAC Institute<br />
**CRC's - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Credits approved and distributed by the Commissioner Rehabilitation Counselor Certification or CRCC <br />
***All applications must be submitted no later than 30 days before the live event. <br />
<br />
*'''CDC/CDC Foundation''' - Carolyn-PI, Liz-Co-PI, Norah - Content Creator and Manager, Trish-Project Support, COVID-19 Accessible Materials for Individuals with Disabilities - COMPLETE!<br />
**Working on archiving the project - Teams and Dropbox<br />
**Microsite maintenance will run through 2022 - Norah lead<br />
**Will still collect monthly analytics - Tori lead <br />
<br />
*'''ATAP (AT3)''' - AT Reuse Activities, AT Database - Carolyn, Liz, Trish(support)<br />
<br />
*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach''' [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website]. - Carolyn and Liz<br />
**Discussions on Design Competition<br />
<br />
*'''Webinars''' - WORK ACCESS series; Wired Wednesdays<br />
<br />
*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA''' - Outreach & Public Awareness - Carolyn, Norah, Raminta, Liz<br />
**1. Making virtual meetings more accessible in emergencies, and <br />
**2. How to minimize the text complexity in messaging<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase''' - Focus groups, trainings, webinars - Tori <br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!''' - NMD United - Connecting Adults Living with Neuromuscular Disabilities. A 501(c)(3) that serves adults living with a variety of NMD through peer connections, education, independent living grants, and much more. (https://www.nmdunited.org/ NMD United website)<br />
<br />
=='''Tori's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Social Media''' - Send articles, webinars, videos, general information, etc. for posting to Tori<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''Kayla's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Graphic Design Projects'''*<br />
*''' Reach out for any future graphic design assistance/projects or questions. '''*<br />
<br />
=='''Raminta's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Video Projects''' <br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
<br />
K-12 Updates<br />
*Next [https://www.gadoe.org/External-Affairs-and-Policy/State-Board-of-Education/Pages/default.aspx State Board of Education] meeting is scheduled for November 3 & 4<br />
*Continuing current K-12 deliverables <br />
*Texthelp – November 16, 2021, from 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM – Texthelp Master Class @ CIDI (in person) – sent out an update – look for virtual registration for class in upcoming days. <br />
*New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!<br />
**[https://www.ahead.ie/Discover-your-AT AT Hive]<br />
**[https://sifts.ocali.org/index_what.php SIFTS]<br />
**[https://www.communicationcommunity.com/ Communication Community]<br />
<br />
=='''Norah's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Updates'''<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''GVRA Project (Ben)'''==<br />
<br />
Team & Project Plan<br />
* November Report is being compiled and analyzed<br />
* Billing for 1st Quarter of project is complete<br />
** Programmatic data was synced to match invoicing<br />
<br />
* Ben: ongoing meetings with Matthew Blake/ IT Team - planning for:<br />
** GVRA Portal / Service Portal (conceptualizing sync with AT Partnership project requirements)<br />
** Monthly report automation (reporting dashboard in place)<br />
** Incorporation of IPSE programs into NEON system (accessible ~ January 15th)<br />
<br />
GVRA Updates<br />
* We have 3 GVRA Transition Work Groups at work on "pilots within the pilot":<br />
** Pilot to develop a model for reporting software usage of GVRA clients in K-12 Districts - Ben & Martha<br />
** Incorporation of IPSE programs into project. (1st 3: Ga Tech, Ga State, Ga Southern) Ben & Martha<br />
** A pilot study of usage of Equati0 at Post-Secondary Level - Ben & Zerrin <br />
<br />
* A 4th Work Group is preparing the surveys of AT knowledge & understanding of the larger GVRA staff - Zerrin<br />
<br />
* Looking to do a data sharing arrangement/ agreement - Ben<br />
** Help populate NEON with required GVRA data<br />
** Make reporting more robust & meaningful<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''==<br />
<br />
*Wired Wednesdays- last one of the year! Brando Conrad with Matchware will be our guest speaker on Dec 8th<br />
<br />
*AT Lab- we are continuing to work on this- it is looking great, still need help with a few more items that need to be barcoded and put up, labeling drawers and cabinets, and adding location. Sal is working on a script for the tour.<br />
<br />
*Reading Progress Demo with Microsoft Teams- for educators- super cool way that students and teachers can see progress<br />
<br />
*DeeDee, Rachel, and Martha worked on technical assistance with social worker and family on quality of life and communication<br />
<br />
*Working on some AT loans<br />
<br />
*Working with several individuals on providing resources and information about AT. <br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NilBP_YwXDw - Microsoft Teams Reading Progress for Educators<br />
<br />
=='''Ciara's Updates'''==<br />
'''TFL Data:'''<br />
*Device Demo Oct. FY22 - Present All Centers: 0<br />
**Device Demo for FY21: 137<br />
**Device Demo for FY20: 478<br />
**Device Demo for FY19: 1029<br />
*Device Demos Oct. FY22- Present TFL: 0<br />
**Device Demo for FY21: 25<br />
**Device Demo for FY20: 79<br />
**Device Demo for FY19: 185<br />
*Device Loans Oct. FY22 - Present All Centers: 0<br />
**Device Loans for FY21: 189<br />
**Device Loans for FY20: 258<br />
**Device Loans for FY19: 634<br />
*Device Loans Oct. FY22 - Present TFL: 0<br />
**Device Loans for FY21: 76<br />
**Device Loans for FY20: 94<br />
**Device Loans for FY19: 352<br />
<br />
*Device Reutilization Oct. FY22 - 0<br />
**Device Reutilization for FY21: 4678<br />
**Device Reutilization for FY20: 4333<br />
**Device Reutilization for FY19: 7266<br />
<br />
'''TFL AppFinder:'''<br />
* Jamf Update & Timeline for Rollout - Jerel is waiting for OIT to set up his account to receive permissions in order to set service accounts for TFL team<br />
* Highlight 1-3 New Apps in Appfinder - no new apps, but has been updated to include communication apps that we use often<br />
<br />
'''TFL Lab:'''<br />
* "How to Guides" Updates - There is a new folder under the TFL Direct Services channel on Teams where '''Cheat Sheets & How To Guides''' exists. There are different assistive technology categories. DeeDee & I met with Valerie to discuss the accessibility of the cheat sheets, she has offered to give the TFL team a refresher training on PDF & Word Doc accessibility if we are interested.<br />
* New AT for Lab Updates<br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
*<br />
<br />
=='''Sal's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Aging Committees Updates'''<br />
**Who<br />
**What<br />
*'''Outreach & Trainings Updates''' <br />
**Upcoming<br />
*'''AT Lab - Organization Updates'''<br />
**New AT<br />
**Ideas<br />
'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''Rachel's Updates'''==<br />
*'''TFL AT Awareness for Dementia & Isolation Update''' <br />
*'''Interactive AT Lab''' Reassessed current inventory for AT related to dementia and isolation while in the office last week. Updated “wish list” of new and innovative AT to add to the AT Lab. <br />
**<br />
*'''DAS Contract'''<br />
**Updates: Awaiting the extension for the Cares Act project. Hopefully, we will be able to resume in November. <br />
Culture Change Network of Georgia is hosting a CCNG Rally this Thursday from 10-11:30. This is a virtual event that is typically an annual Summit. The intent is to "Come together for a common action or effort". Stakeholders across Ga will update progress for Person-Centered Care especially related to Dementia. Recently awarded a new grant along with GSU/CMP. Changing public policies and educating care providers caring for elders especially in nursing home settings are top priorities of grant. TFL will share updates with those in attendance.<br />
* Updates• <br />
Continuing to advance the Work Access project. Last week, held a Focus Group with Mental Health in the workplace as the main area of focus<br />
Colleagues continue to reach out on a regular basis with specific challenges and features that are needed in AT. Ex- AT for medical use at home with audible output and ease of use with 1 hand/arm.<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
A great resource for information related to technology and seniors: https://www.techenhancedlife.com/hub/useful-apps-older-adults-seniors-boomers<br />
<br />
=='''Sarah's Updates'''==<br />
*'''ACCESS Updates & Focus Groups'''<br />
*'''GT DSP Office Updates'''<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (Johan)'''==<br />
<br />
*AccessGA <br />
**Technical assistance provided to state agencies<br />
**GA Dept. of Economic Development<br />
*Fee-for-Service <br />
**Shepherd Center (first of six trainings beginning Nov. 9th <br />
***Web Accessibility Evaluation completed<br />
***Follow-up Technical Assistance<br />
**UDOIT Tool Evaluation for LMS in progress<br />
*** evaluation to be completed by end of month<br />
**BLH/NLM<br />
***2 of 19 trainings scheduled Nov. 2 and Nov. 10 on topics related to disability awareness <br />
***A11y evaluation of NLM website<br />
***A11y evaluation of Moodle LMS<br />
***Technical assistance<br />
**Request from ASTHO <br />
***Trainings on Disability Awareness and Digital A11y<br />
**DBHDD<br />
***opioid overdose reporting app<br />
**JCC Chicago<br />
***SoW pending<br />
***Web a11y evaluation and technical assistance requested<br />
***awaiting testing environment<br />
**UX Initiatives<br />
***Several ongoing projects in the coming weeks/months involving UX<br />
****Aging Well Access<br />
****Dementia Access<br />
****Washington AT Access <br />
****AT Network <br />
****AT3 AT Access<br />
<br />
=='''AAC Programs (DeeDee)'''==<br />
* Display devices have been set up and labeling begun<br />
* AAC materials from DBHDD lab moved upstairs - getting organized<br />
<br />
Display materials planned:<br />
* Device information <br />
* Posters/handouts on elements of AAC and Access (i.e., types of AAC devices, core words, switches, scanning access, etc.)<br />
* Handouts on implementation strategies, product information<br />
* Information on access from Pittsburg AAC Language Seminar - Karen Kangas<br />
* Model as a MASTER PAL for communication partner training<br />
* Considering list of training resources<br />
<br />
Kennesaw University UD Lab<br />
* Initial visit completed 8/24/21<br />
* Classification of apps by educational vs AT completed<br />
* Review of equipment updates completed<br />
* Need to write report<br />
* Training webinars planning begun (Microsoft Accessibility/Chromebook Accessibility)<br />
* need to reach out to Chris regarding status of videos<br />
<br />
AAC Curriculum<br />
* Review of online courses completed<br />
* Analysis of course content begun<br />
* Basic framework of Curriculum begin<br />
<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''== <br />
# ALL: Who can help? TS2 Design Competition in 2022.<br />
# ALL: <br />
**"Interruption Podcast: We believe that there is a magical space between an incident and our reaction to that occurrence. We call that space — that time in between — our Interruption. Join Workplace Learning & Professional Development, Georgia Tech's dedicated team for faculty and staff development, as they routinely grapple with the big questions that we all think about but too often hesitate to ask."<br />
** https://pe.gatech.edu/wlpd/interruptions</div>Rsatterfield8http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_12/7/2021&diff=6170TFL Team Meeting - 12/7/20212021-12-07T14:11:02Z<p>Rsatterfield8: /* GVRA Project (Ben) */</p>
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<div>=Agenda=<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# University System of Georgia (USG) Benefits Open Enrollment will be held from Monday, October 25 – Friday, November 5, 2021. <br />
# GT Compliances - Nov. 19th!<br />
# Watch SMART Goals: <br />
**https://www.linkedin.com/learning/developing-resourcefulness/what-does-it-mean-to-be-resourceful?u=2163426<br />
<br />
=TFL Mission=<br />
<br />
*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
<br />
=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
<br />
1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
<br />
2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
<br />
3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* '''GT|HR'''<br />
** Hire Process: AT Acquisition Manager Position<br />
** Hire Process: Program Support Spec. Sr. Position<br />
*'''GT Vaccination Mandate'''<br />
** Jan. 4th<br />
*'''2021 Draft Performance Evaluations, Self-Assessment & 2022 Goals'''<br />
**Were due December 3rd - Thank you!<br />
*'''CIDI Holiday Party! Dec. 15th + White Elephant Gift Exchange"'''<br />
* Jon moving to GSU OT Program. TS2 will stay! <br />
* Need help with TS2 Design Competition in 2022.<br />
**'''ACTION ITEM:''' <br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
* TFL Professional Development:<br />
**"Interruption Podcast: We believe that there is a magical space between an incident and our reaction to that occurrence. We call that space — that time in between — our Interruption. Join Workplace Learning & Professional Development, Georgia Tech's dedicated team for faculty and staff development, as they routinely grapple with the big questions that we all think about but too often hesitate to ask."<br />
** https://pe.gatech.edu/wlpd/interruptions<br />
*'''GT Partnerships'''<br />
* AccessCORPS<br />
* ABLE Alliance <br />
* Design Access<br />
*'''Allocations'''<br />
**Make sure these are correct <br />
* '''Projects:'''<br />
* GaDOE FY21 - Gina, Eric & I are presenting to College of Design Leadership. Contract moving. <br />
* GVRA FY 22 <br />
* CDC Contract - NCE through Sept. 30, 2022. (Updates, ATOB, UNC Research & Dissemination of Videos)<br />
* HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
**Presentation to HHS | ACL December 15th.<br />
** AT Team<br />
* AT3 - $50K - (May-August 31)<br />
* Georgia Division of Aging (DAS) - CARES Act - (Nov. 2021 - End Sept. 30, 2022!)<br />
* 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
* Wireless RERC - NCE - 2 Videos - Almost finished!<br />
*'''Proposals:'''<br />
** NSF - Transportation & Accessibility (GT Partners)<br />
* '''TFL Strategic Planning - Focused Sessions'''<br />
*Completed:<br />
** TFL Overview - CP<br />
** TFL Policy - CP<br />
** AT Acquisition (Part 1) - CP<br />
**Direct Services - Martha (October 18th - 2-4 PM) <br />
** AAC Lab - DeeDee (October 25th 3-4:30 PM) - Thank you, DeeDee & to everyone for Participating!<br />
** Leadership & Training - Liz (October 19th - 2-4 PM) - Thank you, Liz & to everyone for Participating!<br />
*Upcoming:<br />
** AT Considerations - Gina (November)<br />
** TFL Research - Ben (November)<br />
** TFL into CIDI S&E Research - Zerrin (Feb. 2022)<br />
** Wrap Up & Action Items - CP (March 2022)<br />
*'''AT Minute!'''<br />
**KOMP (2021). https://www.noisolation.com/komp <br />
**https://www.noisolation.com/research<br />
<br />
=='''Complete!! CDC/F Trainings & Activities (Carolyn)'''==<br />
*'''1,683,224 Served!'''<br />
**1,683,224 is the total number of people who received direct, tangible information and assistance via project work that is supportable with project data!<br />
**Way to Go, Team!!<br />
*'''COVID-19 Vaccine Videos'''<br />
*'''ACTION ITEM:'''<br />
** Please, help spread the word regarding our 5 Vaccine videos & 1 ASL Video - Thank you, Raminta, Norah & Liz!!!<br />
*'''ATOB! v16.2'''<br />
**A special issue of Assistive Technology Outcomes and Benefits/Accessible Public Health Materials During a Pandemic: Lessons Learned from COVID-19 (Issue 16 Part 2) will be devoted to this project and the issues it addressed. Submitted manuscripts from our project team and/or about the project:<br />
# "Include Me": Implementing Inclusive and Accessible Communications in Public<br />
# Access for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Individuals in Informational and Educational Remote Sessions<br />
# Technology for a Pandemic: Apps for Safety and Independence<br />
# Minimizing the Complexity of Public Health Documents: Making COVID-19 Documents Accessible to Individuals Who Read Below the Third-Grade Level<br />
# Building an Effective Model to Disseminate Accessible COVID-19 Guidance<br />
# The Importance of Braille during a Pandemic and Beyond<br />
# Creating Accessible Infographics: Describing Scientific Data in Ways Everyone Can Understand<br />
# A Needs Assessment of COVID-19 Guidance for Adults with Developmental Disabilities<br />
# Inclusive Design Thinking for Health Messaging in American Sign Language during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Case Study Brief<br />
# Closing the Information Gap: Making COVID-19 Information Accessible for People with Disabilities<br />
*American Public Health Conference Presentation - CP<br />
*AUCD Presentation - Liz & CP<br />
<br />
=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates'''==<br />
'''Transition'''<br />
# Credit-Able - to FODAC!!<br />
# Physical files will still remain in Danny's office <br />
<br />
'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Credit-Able applications are on hold<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(1) - AT Services During & After the Covid-19 Pandemic<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(2) - Public Health: feature our work on CDC Project<br />
** Guest Editor, Mark Harniss, U. Washington<br />
** Peer Reviews are in process<br />
** Editing for final approval/publication<br />
<br />
'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT)''' <br />
* Research Proposals<br />
** Submitted Mastery of AT & K-12 Education GTRI Seed Grant<br />
** Preparing Field Initiated Proposal for NIDILRR on MoAT & workplace (due in January)<br />
* MoAT Continuum of AT Mastery Assessment Tool (CATM) presentations<br />
** Presentation Nov 4 at GA EdTech Conference - was very well received<br />
** Presentation scheduled at ATIA (Orlando, Jan 27th)<br />
** Invited to present virtually at monthly SLATE (State Leaders of Assistive Technology in Education) next Wed., Dec 15<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS''' <br />
* Presented a webinar on "Inclusion & Participation in the Workplace" - Nov. 17th<br />
* Team is preparing focus groups on Mental Health Accommodations and Changes in Retail Settings/Accommodations at ATIA<br />
<br />
'''AT Network'''<br />
* Beginning the process of mapping categories of AT from the AbleData database to the ISO 9999 classifications<br />
* Team has been exploring how to leverage evaluations done by TFL to help "seed" database<br />
** Dee Dee & Ben have proposed a template with levels at which eval data might be accessed.<br />
** Also looking for PowerPoint presentations and papers to include in the database.<br />
<br />
'''Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Program (ITEP)''' <br />
*Business Coaching under Joy Harris supervision is completed<br />
*Final event will be scheduled for early November <br />
*Working with the New America Foundation for the annual conference<br />
<br />
'''NSF Project'''<br />
*Experiences of Students with Visual Impairments with Tactile Graphics in STEM Courses: Critical Interpretative Synthesis<br />
*Continuing my meetings with Dr. DeStefano <br />
*I completed SLR training<br />
<br />
'''ACCESS Projects''' <br />
*Have been working with the project team to develop protocols for the focus group<br />
*Will join two sessions as a note taker and one session as a moderator <br />
<br />
'''GVRA'''<br />
*Working with Ben, Martha, and Carolyn <br />
<br />
'''FY21 Seed Grant Program''' <br />
*We will be applying for the Oct cycle<br />
<br />
*'''Zerrin's New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
<br />
*'''Tools for Life'''<br />
<br />
**Data Reminder: Don't forget to enter in your public awareness and I & A data. Include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
**No TFL Advisory Council meeting on 12/16. We are required to host 3 meetings in a year and we have fulfilled that this year.<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures - More info in 2022.<br />
**Webinar archives - Are any of yours missing? '''Let Tori (cc: Liz & Kayla) know by Monday 12/13'''<br />
**TFL Website, wiki (discuss process) - Liz, Kayla, Tori, Shaina, Trish (support) <br />
**Training plan - host more virtually - we're doing it!<br />
<br />
*'''GCDD Accessibility Grant - UDL and Plain Language''' - Completed!<br />
<br />
*'''Credits''' - Training Team <br />
**CEU's - Continuing Education Units approved and distributed by the AAC Institute<br />
**CRC's - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Credits approved and distributed by the Commissioner Rehabilitation Counselor Certification or CRCC <br />
***All applications must be submitted no later than 30 days before the live event. <br />
<br />
*'''CDC/CDC Foundation''' - Carolyn-PI, Liz-Co-PI, Norah - Content Creator and Manager, Trish-Project Support, COVID-19 Accessible Materials for Individuals with Disabilities - COMPLETE!<br />
**Working on archiving the project - Teams and Dropbox<br />
**Microsite maintenance will run through 2022 - Norah lead<br />
**Will still collect monthly analytics - Tori lead <br />
<br />
*'''ATAP (AT3)''' - AT Reuse Activities, AT Database - Carolyn, Liz, Trish(support)<br />
<br />
*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach''' [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website]. - Carolyn and Liz<br />
**Discussions on Design Competition<br />
<br />
*'''Webinars''' - WORK ACCESS series; Wired Wednesdays<br />
<br />
*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA''' - Outreach & Public Awareness - Carolyn, Norah, Raminta, Liz<br />
**1. Making virtual meetings more accessible in emergencies, and <br />
**2. How to minimize the text complexity in messaging<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase''' - Focus groups, trainings, webinars - Tori <br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!''' - NMD United - Connecting Adults Living with Neuromuscular Disabilities. A 501(c)(3) that serves adults living with a variety of NMD through peer connections, education, independent living grants, and much more. (https://www.nmdunited.org/ NMD United website)<br />
<br />
=='''Tori's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Social Media''' - Send articles, webinars, videos, general information, etc. for posting to Tori<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''Kayla's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Graphic Design Projects'''*<br />
*''' Reach out for any future graphic design assistance/projects or questions. '''*<br />
<br />
=='''Raminta's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Video Projects''' <br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
<br />
K-12 Updates<br />
*Next [https://www.gadoe.org/External-Affairs-and-Policy/State-Board-of-Education/Pages/default.aspx State Board of Education] meeting is scheduled for November 3 & 4<br />
*Continuing current K-12 deliverables <br />
*Texthelp – November 16, 2021, from 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM – Texthelp Master Class @ CIDI (in person) – sent out an update – look for virtual registration for class in upcoming days. <br />
*New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!<br />
**[https://www.ahead.ie/Discover-your-AT AT Hive]<br />
**[https://sifts.ocali.org/index_what.php SIFTS]<br />
**[https://www.communicationcommunity.com/ Communication Community]<br />
<br />
=='''Norah's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Updates'''<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''GVRA Project (Ben)'''==<br />
<br />
Team & Project Plan<br />
* November Report is being compiled and analyzed<br />
* Billing for 1st Quarter of project is complete<br />
** Programmatic data was synced to match invoicing<br />
<br />
* Ben: ongoing meetings with Matthew Blake/ IT Team - planning for:<br />
** GVRA Portal / Service Portal<br />
** Monthly report automation<br />
** Incorporation of IPSE programs into NEON systems.<br />
<br />
GVRA Updates<br />
* We have 3 GVRA Transition Work Groups at work on "pilots within the pilot":<br />
** Pilot to develop a model for reporting software usage of GVRA clients in K-12 Districts - Ben & Martha<br />
** Incorporation of IPSE programs into project. (1st 3: Ga Tech, Ga State, Ga Southern) Ben & Martha<br />
** A pilot study of usage of Equati0 at Post-Secondary Level - Ben & Zerrin <br />
<br />
* A 4th Work Group is preparing the surveys of GVRA team - Zerrin<br />
<br />
* Looking to do a data sharing arrangement/ agreement - Ben<br />
** Help populate NEON with required GVRA data<br />
** Make reporting more robust & meaningful<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''==<br />
<br />
*Wired Wednesdays- last one of the year! Brando Conrad with Matchware will be our guest speaker on Dec 8th<br />
<br />
*AT Lab- we are continuing to work on this- it is looking great, still need help with a few more items that need to be barcoded and put up, labeling drawers and cabinets, and adding location. Sal is working on a script for the tour.<br />
<br />
*Reading Progress Demo with Microsoft Teams- for educators- super cool way that students and teachers can see progress<br />
<br />
*DeeDee, Rachel, and Martha worked on technical assistance with social worker and family on quality of life and communication<br />
<br />
*Working on some AT loans<br />
<br />
*Working with several individuals on providing resources and information about AT. <br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NilBP_YwXDw - Microsoft Teams Reading Progress for Educators<br />
<br />
=='''Ciara's Updates'''==<br />
'''TFL Data:'''<br />
*Device Demo Oct. FY22 - Present All Centers: 0<br />
**Device Demo for FY21: 137<br />
**Device Demo for FY20: 478<br />
**Device Demo for FY19: 1029<br />
*Device Demos Oct. FY22- Present TFL: 0<br />
**Device Demo for FY21: 25<br />
**Device Demo for FY20: 79<br />
**Device Demo for FY19: 185<br />
*Device Loans Oct. FY22 - Present All Centers: 0<br />
**Device Loans for FY21: 189<br />
**Device Loans for FY20: 258<br />
**Device Loans for FY19: 634<br />
*Device Loans Oct. FY22 - Present TFL: 0<br />
**Device Loans for FY21: 76<br />
**Device Loans for FY20: 94<br />
**Device Loans for FY19: 352<br />
<br />
*Device Reutilization Oct. FY22 - 0<br />
**Device Reutilization for FY21: 4678<br />
**Device Reutilization for FY20: 4333<br />
**Device Reutilization for FY19: 7266<br />
<br />
'''TFL AppFinder:'''<br />
* Jamf Update & Timeline for Rollout - Jerel is waiting for OIT to set up his account to receive permissions in order to set service accounts for TFL team<br />
* Highlight 1-3 New Apps in Appfinder - no new apps, but has been updated to include communication apps that we use often<br />
<br />
'''TFL Lab:'''<br />
* "How to Guides" Updates - There is a new folder under the TFL Direct Services channel on Teams where '''Cheat Sheets & How To Guides''' exists. There are different assistive technology categories. DeeDee & I met with Valerie to discuss the accessibility of the cheat sheets, she has offered to give the TFL team a refresher training on PDF & Word Doc accessibility if we are interested.<br />
* New AT for Lab Updates<br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
*<br />
<br />
=='''Sal's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Aging Committees Updates'''<br />
**Who<br />
**What<br />
*'''Outreach & Trainings Updates''' <br />
**Upcoming<br />
*'''AT Lab - Organization Updates'''<br />
**New AT<br />
**Ideas<br />
'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''Rachel's Updates'''==<br />
*'''TFL AT Awareness for Dementia & Isolation Update''' <br />
*'''Interactive AT Lab''' Reassessed current inventory for AT related to dementia and isolation while in the office last week. Updated “wish list” of new and innovative AT to add to the AT Lab. <br />
**<br />
*'''DAS Contract'''<br />
**Updates: Awaiting the extension for the Cares Act project. Hopefully, we will be able to resume in November. <br />
Culture Change Network of Georgia is hosting a CCNG Rally this Thursday from 10-11:30. This is a virtual event that is typically an annual Summit. The intent is to "Come together for a common action or effort". Stakeholders across Ga will update progress for Person-Centered Care especially related to Dementia. Recently awarded a new grant along with GSU/CMP. Changing public policies and educating care providers caring for elders especially in nursing home settings are top priorities of grant. TFL will share updates with those in attendance.<br />
* Updates• <br />
Continuing to advance the Work Access project. Last week, held a Focus Group with Mental Health in the workplace as the main area of focus<br />
Colleagues continue to reach out on a regular basis with specific challenges and features that are needed in AT. Ex- AT for medical use at home with audible output and ease of use with 1 hand/arm.<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
A great resource for information related to technology and seniors: https://www.techenhancedlife.com/hub/useful-apps-older-adults-seniors-boomers<br />
<br />
=='''Sarah's Updates'''==<br />
*'''ACCESS Updates & Focus Groups'''<br />
*'''GT DSP Office Updates'''<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (Johan)'''==<br />
<br />
*AccessGA <br />
**Technical assistance provided to state agencies<br />
**GA Dept. of Economic Development<br />
*Fee-for-Service <br />
**Shepherd Center (first of six trainings beginning Nov. 9th <br />
***Web Accessibility Evaluation completed<br />
***Follow-up Technical Assistance<br />
**UDOIT Tool Evaluation for LMS in progress<br />
*** evaluation to be completed by end of month<br />
**BLH/NLM<br />
***2 of 19 trainings scheduled Nov. 2 and Nov. 10 on topics related to disability awareness <br />
***A11y evaluation of NLM website<br />
***A11y evaluation of Moodle LMS<br />
***Technical assistance<br />
**Request from ASTHO <br />
***Trainings on Disability Awareness and Digital A11y<br />
**DBHDD<br />
***opioid overdose reporting app<br />
**JCC Chicago<br />
***SoW pending<br />
***Web a11y evaluation and technical assistance requested<br />
***awaiting testing environment<br />
**UX Initiatives<br />
***Several ongoing projects in the coming weeks/months involving UX<br />
****Aging Well Access<br />
****Dementia Access<br />
****Washington AT Access <br />
****AT Network <br />
****AT3 AT Access<br />
<br />
=='''AAC Programs (DeeDee)'''==<br />
* Display devices have been set up and labeling begun<br />
* AAC materials from DBHDD lab moved upstairs - getting organized<br />
<br />
Display materials planned:<br />
* Device information <br />
* Posters/handouts on elements of AAC and Access (i.e., types of AAC devices, core words, switches, scanning access, etc.)<br />
* Handouts on implementation strategies, product information<br />
* Information on access from Pittsburg AAC Language Seminar - Karen Kangas<br />
* Model as a MASTER PAL for communication partner training<br />
* Considering list of training resources<br />
<br />
Kennesaw University UD Lab<br />
* Initial visit completed 8/24/21<br />
* Classification of apps by educational vs AT completed<br />
* Review of equipment updates completed<br />
* Need to write report<br />
* Training webinars planning begun (Microsoft Accessibility/Chromebook Accessibility)<br />
* need to reach out to Chris regarding status of videos<br />
<br />
AAC Curriculum<br />
* Review of online courses completed<br />
* Analysis of course content begun<br />
* Basic framework of Curriculum begin<br />
<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''== <br />
# ALL: Who can help? TS2 Design Competition in 2022.<br />
# ALL: <br />
**"Interruption Podcast: We believe that there is a magical space between an incident and our reaction to that occurrence. We call that space — that time in between — our Interruption. Join Workplace Learning & Professional Development, Georgia Tech's dedicated team for faculty and staff development, as they routinely grapple with the big questions that we all think about but too often hesitate to ask."<br />
** https://pe.gatech.edu/wlpd/interruptions</div>Rsatterfield8http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_12/7/2021&diff=6163TFL Team Meeting - 12/7/20212021-12-06T18:11:42Z<p>Rsatterfield8: /* TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn) */</p>
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<div>=Agenda=<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# University System of Georgia (USG) Benefits Open Enrollment will be held from Monday, October 25 – Friday, November 5, 2021. <br />
# GT Compliances - Nov. 19th!<br />
# Watch SMART Goals: <br />
**https://www.linkedin.com/learning/developing-resourcefulness/what-does-it-mean-to-be-resourceful?u=2163426<br />
<br />
=TFL Mission=<br />
<br />
*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
<br />
=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
<br />
1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
<br />
2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
<br />
3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* '''GT|HR'''<br />
** Hire Process: AT Acquisition Manager Position<br />
** Hire Process: Program Support Spec. Sr. Position<br />
*'''Open Enrollment'''<br />
** Oct. 25 - Nov. 10<br />
*'''GT Compliance'''<br />
** Nov. 19th Deadline<br />
*'''GT Vaccination Mandate'''<br />
** December 8th<br />
*'''2021 Draft Performance Evaluations, Self-Assessment & 2022 Goals'''<br />
**Due December 3rd<br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
* TFL Professional Development:<br />
**'''ACTION ITEM:''' <br />
**Setting SMART Goals<br />
**https://www.linkedin.com/learning/setting-team-and-employee-goals-using-smart-methodology/setting-team-and-employee-goals?autoAdvance=true&autoSkip=false&autoplay=true&resume=true&u=2163426<br />
**Employee goals should be driven by the organization's needs—whether it's to cut costs, drive revenue, or build skills—and keep employees motivated to succeed. Mike Figliuolo, managing director of thoughtLEADERS, helps you set employee goals that are SMART: specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound. Using the SMART framework, he shows you how to develop goals that are achievable and appropriate to your employees' roles.<br />
*'''GT Partnerships'''<br />
* AccessCORPS<br />
* ABLE Alliance <br />
* Design Access<br />
*'''Allocations'''<br />
**Make sure these are correct - any October changes by 12 on Thursday. <br />
* '''Projects:'''<br />
* GaDOE FY21 - SOW Submitted <br />
* GVRA FY 22 <br />
* CDC Contract - NCE through Sept. 30, 2022. (Updates, ATOB, UNC Research & Dissemination of Videos)<br />
* HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** AT Team<br />
* AT3 - $50K - (May-August 31)<br />
* Georgia Division of Aging (DAS) - CARES Act - (Nov. 2021 - End Sept. 30, 2022!)<br />
* 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
* Wireless RERC - NCE - 2 Videos<br />
*'''Proposals:'''<br />
** NSF - Transportation & Accessibility (GT Partners)<br />
* '''TFL Strategic Planning - Focused Sessions'''<br />
*Completed:<br />
** TFL Overview - CP<br />
** TFL Policy - CP<br />
** AT Acquisition (Part 1) - CP<br />
**Direct Services - Martha (October 18th - 2-4 PM) <br />
** AAC Lab - DeeDee (October 25th 3-4:30 PM) - Thank you, DeeDee & to everyone for Participating!<br />
** Leadership & Training - Liz (October 19th - 2-4 PM) - Thank you, Liz & to everyone for Participating!<br />
*Upcoming:<br />
** AT Considerations - Gina (November)<br />
** TFL Research - Ben (November)<br />
** TFL into CIDI S&E Research - Zerrin (December)<br />
** Wrap Up & Action Items - CP (December & January 2022)<br />
*'''AT Minute!'''<br />
**WIPO (2021). WIPO Technology Trends 2021: Assistive Technology. Geneva: World Intellectual<br />
Property Organization. <br />
**https://www.wipo.int/edocs/pubdocs/en/wipo_pub_1055_2021.pdf<br />
<br />
=='''Complete!! CDC/F Trainings & Activities (Carolyn)'''==<br />
*'''1,683,224 Served!'''<br />
**1,683,224 is the total number of people who received direct, tangible information and assistance via project work that is supportable with project data!<br />
**Way to Go, Team!!<br />
*'''COVID-19 Vaccine Videos'''<br />
*'''ACTION ITEM:'''<br />
** Please, help spread the word regarding our 5 Vaccine videos & 1 ASL Video - Thank you, Raminta, Norah & Liz!!!<br />
*'''ATOB! v16.2'''<br />
**A special issue of Assistive Technology Outcomes and Benefits/Accessible Public Health Materials During a Pandemic: Lessons Learned from COVID-19 (Issue 16 Part 2) will be devoted to this project and the issues it addressed. Submitted manuscripts from our project team and/or about the project:<br />
# "Include Me": Implementing Inclusive and Accessible Communications in Public<br />
# Access for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Individuals in Informational and Educational Remote Sessions<br />
# Technology for a Pandemic: Apps for Safety and Independence<br />
# Minimizing the Complexity of Public Health Documents: Making COVID-19 Documents Accessible to Individuals Who Read Below the Third-Grade Level<br />
# Building an Effective Model to Disseminate Accessible COVID-19 Guidance<br />
# The Importance of Braille during a Pandemic and Beyond<br />
# Creating Accessible Infographics: Describing Scientific Data in Ways Everyone Can Understand<br />
# A Needs Assessment of COVID-19 Guidance for Adults with Developmental Disabilities<br />
# Inclusive Design Thinking for Health Messaging in American Sign Language during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Case Study Brief<br />
# Closing the Information Gap: Making COVID-19 Information Accessible for People with Disabilities<br />
*American Public Health Conference Presentation - CP<br />
*AUCD Presentation - Liz & CP<br />
<br />
=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates'''==<br />
'''Transition'''<br />
# Credit-Able - to FODAC!!<br />
# Physical files will still remain in Danny's office <br />
<br />
'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Credit-Able applications are on hold<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(1) - AT Services During & After the Covid-19 Pandemic<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(2) - Public Health: feature our work on CDC Project<br />
** Guest Editor, Mark Harniss, U. Washington<br />
** Peer Reviews are in process<br />
** Editing for final approval/publication<br />
<br />
'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT)''' <br />
* Research Proposals<br />
** Submitted Mastery of AT & K-12 Education GTRI Seed Grant<br />
** Preparing Field Initiated Proposal for NIDILRR on MoAT & workplace (due in January)<br />
* MoAT Continuum of AT Mastery Assessment Tool (CATM) presentations<br />
** Presentation Nov 4 at GA EdTech Conference - was very well received<br />
** Presentation scheduled at ATIA (Orlando, Jan 27th)<br />
** Invited to present virtually at monthly SLATE (State Leaders of Assistive Technology in Education) next Wed., Dec 15<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS''' <br />
* Presented a webinar on "Inclusion & Participation in the Workplace" - Nov. 17th<br />
* Team is preparing focus groups on Mental Health Accommodations and Changes in Retail Settings/Accommodations at ATIA<br />
<br />
'''AT Network'''<br />
* Beginning the process of mapping categories of AT from the AbleData database to the ISO 9999 classifications<br />
* Team has been exploring how to leverage evaluations done by TFL to help "seed" database<br />
** Dee Dee & Ben have proposed a template with levels at which eval data might be accessed.<br />
** Also looking for PowerPoint presentations and papers to include in the database.<br />
<br />
'''Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Program (ITEP)''' <br />
*Business Coaching under Joy Harris supervision is completed<br />
*Final event will be scheduled for early November <br />
*Working with the New America Foundation for the annual conference<br />
<br />
'''NSF Project'''<br />
*Experiences of Students with Visual Impairments with Tactile Graphics in STEM Courses: Critical Interpretative Synthesis<br />
*Continuing my meetings with Dr. DeStefano <br />
*I completed SLR training<br />
<br />
'''ACCESS Projects''' <br />
*Have been working with the project team to develop protocols for the focus group<br />
*Will join two sessions as a note taker and one session as a moderator <br />
<br />
'''GVRA'''<br />
*Working with Ben, Martha, and Carolyn <br />
<br />
'''FY21 Seed Grant Program''' <br />
*We will be applying for the Oct cycle<br />
<br />
*'''Zerrin's New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
<br />
*'''Tools for Life'''<br />
<br />
**Data Reminder: Don't forget to enter in your public awareness and I & A data. Include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures - Keep going! Follow up coming soon.<br />
**Webinar archives - Are any of yours missing?<br />
**TFL Website, wiki (discuss process) - Liz, Kayla, Tori, Shaina, Trish (support) <br />
**Training plan - host more virtually - we're doing it!<br />
***ARC Disability 101 - rescheduled for 11/4 at 11:00 AM<br />
<br />
*'''GCDD Accessibility Grant - Universal Design for Learning and Plain Language - Success!<br />
**June to September 2021 - $13,000<br />
**Liz, Norah, Tori (Carolyn and Trish support)<br />
<br />
*'''Credits''' - Training Team <br />
**CEU's - Continuing Education Units approved and distributed by the AAC Institute<br />
**CRC's - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Credits approved and distributed by the Commissioner Rehabilitation Counselor Certification or CRCC <br />
***All applications must be submitted no later than 30 days before the live event. <br />
<br />
*'''CDC/CDC Foundation''' - Carolyn-PI, Liz-Co-PI, Norah - Content Creator and Manager, Trish-Project Support, COVID-19 Accessible Materials for Individuals with Disabilities - COMPLETE!<br />
**Working on archiving the project - Teams and Dropbox<br />
**Microsite maintenance will run through 2022 - Norah lead<br />
**Will still collect monthly analytics - Tori lead <br />
**AUCD Conference presentation - CP and Liz with CDC and CDC Foundation<br />
<br />
*'''ATAP (AT3)''' - AT Reuse Activities, AT Database - Carolyn, Liz, Trish(support)<br />
<br />
*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach''' [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website]. - Carolyn and Liz<br />
<br />
*'''Webinars''' - WORK ACCESS series; Wired Wednesdays<br />
<br />
*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA''' - Outreach & Public Awareness - Carolyn, Raminta, Liz<br />
**1. Making virtual meetings more accessible in emergencies, and <br />
**2. How to minimize the text complexity in messaging<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase''' - Focus groups, trainings, webinars - Tori <br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!''' - The ILRU (Independent Living Research Utilization) program is a national center for information, training, research, and technical assistance in independent living. Learn more at [http://www.ilru.org the ILRU website]<br />
<br />
=='''Tori's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Social Media''' - Send articles, webinars, videos, general information, etc. for posting to Tori<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''Kayla's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Graphic Design Projects'''*<br />
*''' Reach out for any future graphic design assistance/projects or questions. '''*<br />
<br />
=='''Raminta's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Video Projects''' <br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
<br />
K-12 Updates<br />
*Next [https://www.gadoe.org/External-Affairs-and-Policy/State-Board-of-Education/Pages/default.aspx State Board of Education] meeting is scheduled for November 3 & 4<br />
*Continuing current K-12 deliverables <br />
*Texthelp – November 16, 2021, from 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM – Texthelp Master Class @ CIDI (in person) – sent out an update – look for virtual registration for class in upcoming days. <br />
*New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!<br />
**[https://www.ahead.ie/Discover-your-AT AT Hive]<br />
**[https://sifts.ocali.org/index_what.php SIFTS]<br />
**[https://www.communicationcommunity.com/ Communication Community]<br />
<br />
=='''Norah's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Updates'''<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''GVRA Project (Ben)'''==<br />
<br />
Team & Project Plan<br />
* November Report is being compiled and analyzed<br />
* Billing for 1st Quarter of project is complete<br />
** Programmatic data was synced to match invoicing<br />
<br />
* Ben: ongoing meetings with Matthew Blake/ IT Team - planning for:<br />
** GVRA Portal / Service Portal<br />
** Monthly report automation<br />
** Incorporation of IPSE programs into NEON systems.<br />
<br />
GVRA Updates<br />
* GVRA Transition work groups have met/are meeting to discuss:<br />
** Pilot to develop a model for reporting software usage of GVRA clients in K-12 Districts<br />
** Incorporation of IPSE programs into project. (1st 3: Ga Tech, Ga State, Ga Southern)<br />
* Preparing a pilot study of usage of Equati0 at Post-Secondary Level<br />
** Dalton State, Columbus State & Georgia College & State Univ.<br />
** What is the potential level of usage of Equati0?<br />
* Looking to do a data sharing arrangement/ agreement<br />
** Help populate NEON with required GVRA data<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''==<br />
<br />
*Wired Wednesdays- Carolyn will be our guest speaker for the November Wired Wednesday. Scanning Pens was excellent in October and would love to see how we can update our older c-pen models to the new models.<br />
<br />
*AT Lab- we are continuing to work on this. Thank you to everyone who helped last Wednesday. We are working on the DBHDD lab and a huge thank you to Nate and the team for moving a black storage cabinet upstairs. We are trying to work on a better flow of items within all the labs. New labels have come in. Sanitization can be found in plastic bins in the downstairs lab, 2nd-floor lad, access lab aka Ciara's office, and the AAC lab. Items that no longer work have been marked obsolete and given to surplus. I am so proud of the team for working on this and the ideas coming from it.<br />
<br />
*Working with several individuals on providing resources and information about AT. Receiving calls and emails for evaluations<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
https://www.linkedin.com/learning/balancing-work-and-life/welcome?autoAdvance=true&autoSkip=false&autoplay=true&resume=true&u=2163426<br />
<br />
=='''Ciara's Updates'''==<br />
'''TFL Data:'''<br />
*Device Demo Oct. FY22 - Present All Centers: 0<br />
**Device Demo for FY21: 137<br />
**Device Demo for FY20: 478<br />
**Device Demo for FY19: 1029<br />
*Device Demos Oct. FY22- Present TFL: 0<br />
**Device Demo for FY21: 25<br />
**Device Demo for FY20: 79<br />
**Device Demo for FY19: 185<br />
*Device Loans Oct. FY22 - Present All Centers: 0<br />
**Device Loans for FY21: 189<br />
**Device Loans for FY20: 258<br />
**Device Loans for FY19: 634<br />
*Device Loans Oct. FY22 - Present TFL: 0<br />
**Device Loans for FY21: 76<br />
**Device Loans for FY20: 94<br />
**Device Loans for FY19: 352<br />
<br />
*Device Reutilization Oct. FY22 - 0<br />
**Device Reutilization for FY21: 4678<br />
**Device Reutilization for FY20: 4333<br />
**Device Reutilization for FY19: 7266<br />
<br />
'''TFL AppFinder:'''<br />
* Jamf Update & Timeline for Rollout - Jerel is waiting for OIT to set up his account to receive permissions in order to set service accounts for TFL team<br />
* Highlight 1-3 New Apps in Appfinder - no new apps, but has been updated to include communication apps that we use often<br />
<br />
'''TFL Lab:'''<br />
* "How to Guides" Updates - There is a new folder under the TFL Direct Services channel on Teams where '''Cheat Sheets & How To Guides''' exists. There are different assistive technology categories. DeeDee & I met with Valerie to discuss the accessibility of the cheat sheets, she has offered to give the TFL team a refresher training on PDF & Word Doc accessibility if we are interested.<br />
* New AT for Lab Updates<br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
*<br />
<br />
=='''Sal's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Aging Committees Updates'''<br />
**Who<br />
**What<br />
*'''Outreach & Trainings Updates''' <br />
**Upcoming<br />
*'''AT Lab - Organization Updates'''<br />
**New AT<br />
**Ideas<br />
'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''Rachel's Updates'''==<br />
*'''TFL AT Awareness for Dementia & Isolation Update''' <br />
*'''Interactive AT Lab''' Reassessed current inventory for AT related to dementia and isolation while in the office last week. Updated “wish list” of new and innovative AT to add to the AT Lab. <br />
**<br />
*'''DAS Contract'''<br />
**Updates: Awaiting the extension for the Cares Act project. Hopefully, we will be able to resume in November. <br />
Culture Change Network of Georgia is hosting a CCNG Rally this Thursday from 10-11:30. This is a virtual event that is typically an annual Summit. The intent is to "Come together for a common action or effort". Stakeholders across Ga will update progress for Person-Centered Care especially related to Dementia. Recently awarded a new grant along with GSU/CMP. Changing public policies and educating care providers caring for elders especially in nursing home settings are top priorities of grant. TFL will share updates with those in attendance.<br />
* Updates• <br />
Continuing to advance the Work Access project. Last week, held a Focus Group with Mental Health in the workplace as the main area of focus<br />
Colleagues continue to reach out on a regular basis with specific challenges and features that are needed in AT. Ex- AT for medical use at home with audible output and ease of use with 1 hand/arm.<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
A great resource for information related to technology and seniors: https://www.techenhancedlife.com/hub/useful-apps-older-adults-seniors-boomers<br />
<br />
=='''Sarah's Updates'''==<br />
*'''ACCESS Updates & Focus Groups'''<br />
*'''GT DSP Office Updates'''<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (Johan)'''==<br />
<br />
*AccessGA <br />
**Technical assistance provided to state agencies<br />
**GA Dept. of Economic Development<br />
*Fee-for-Service <br />
**Shepherd Center (first of six trainings beginning Nov. 9th <br />
***Web Accessibility Evaluation completed<br />
***Follow-up Technical Assistance<br />
**UDOIT Tool Evaluation for LMS in progress<br />
*** evaluation to be completed by end of month<br />
**BLH/NLM<br />
***2 of 19 trainings scheduled Nov. 2 and Nov. 10 on topics related to disability awareness <br />
***A11y evaluation of NLM website<br />
***A11y evaluation of Moodle LMS<br />
***Technical assistance<br />
**Request from ASTHO <br />
***Trainings on Disability Awareness and Digital A11y<br />
**DBHDD<br />
***opioid overdose reporting app<br />
**JCC Chicago<br />
***SoW pending<br />
***Web a11y evaluation and technical assistance requested<br />
***awaiting testing environment<br />
**UX Initiatives<br />
***Several ongoing projects in the coming weeks/months involving UX<br />
****Aging Well Access<br />
****Dementia Access<br />
****Washington AT Access <br />
****AT Network <br />
****AT3 AT Access<br />
<br />
=='''AAC Programs (DeeDee)'''==<br />
* Display devices have been set up and labeling begun<br />
* AAC materials from DBHDD lab moved upstairs - getting organized<br />
<br />
Display materials planned:<br />
* Device information <br />
* Posters/handouts on elements of AAC and Access (i.e., types of AAC devices, core words, switches, scanning access, etc.)<br />
* Handouts on implementation strategies, product information<br />
* Information on access from Pittsburg AAC Language Seminar - Karen Kangas<br />
* Model as a MASTER PAL for communication partner training<br />
* Considering list of training resources<br />
<br />
Kennesaw University UD Lab<br />
* Initial visit completed 8/24/21<br />
* Classification of apps by educational vs AT completed<br />
* Review of equipment updates completed<br />
* Need to write report<br />
* Training webinars planning begun (Microsoft Accessibility/Chromebook Accessibility)<br />
* need to reach out to Chris regarding status of videos<br />
<br />
AAC Curriculum<br />
* Review of online courses completed<br />
* Analysis of course content begun<br />
* Basic framework of Curriculum begin<br />
<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# ALL: University System of Georgia (USG) Benefits Open Enrollment will be held from Monday, October 25 – Friday, November 5, 2021. <br />
# ALL: Stay tuned for Your other GT Compliances!<br />
# CP: Archives for Resources<br />
# Gina (CP will help): Making TextHelp Training Virtually available to CIDI & TFL Team.<br />
# Martha: Lab Day! Organizing our TFL Team to focus on the Labs.<br />
# Ciara & DeeDee: Meet to see what DeeDee has for "How To" Guides and what we need.<br />
# Tori: Post the TFL Meeting Wiki Agenda the Week before - so folks can update without overwriting each other.<br />
# ALL: Managing Stress for Positive Change<br />
**https://www.linkedin.com/learning/managing-stress-for-positive-change/welcome?autoAdvance=true&autoSkip=false&autoplay=true&resume=true&u=2163426</div>Rsatterfield8http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_12/7/2021&diff=6162TFL Team Meeting - 12/7/20212021-12-06T18:10:51Z<p>Rsatterfield8: /* TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn) */</p>
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<div>=Agenda=<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# University System of Georgia (USG) Benefits Open Enrollment will be held from Monday, October 25 – Friday, November 5, 2021. <br />
# GT Compliances - Nov. 19th!<br />
# Watch SMART Goals: <br />
**https://www.linkedin.com/learning/developing-resourcefulness/what-does-it-mean-to-be-resourceful?u=2163426<br />
<br />
=TFL Mission=<br />
<br />
*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
<br />
=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
<br />
1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
<br />
2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
<br />
3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* '''GT|HR'''<br />
** Hire Process: AT Acquisition Manager Position<br />
** Hire Process: Program Support Spec. Sr. Position<br />
*'''Open Enrollment'''<br />
** Oct. 25 - Nov. 10<br />
*'''GT Compliance'''<br />
** Nov. 19th Deadline<br />
*'''GT Vaccination Mandate'''<br />
** December 8th<br />
*'''2021 Draft Performance Evaluations, Self-Assessment & 2022 Goals'''<br />
**Due December 3rd<br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
* TFL Professional Development:<br />
**'''ACTION ITEM:''' <br />
**Setting SMART Goals<br />
**https://www.linkedin.com/learning/setting-team-and-employee-goals-using-smart-methodology/setting-team-and-employee-goals?autoAdvance=true&autoSkip=false&autoplay=true&resume=true&u=2163426<br />
**Employee goals should be driven by the organization's needs—whether it's to cut costs, drive revenue, or build skills—and keep employees motivated to succeed. Mike Figliuolo, managing director of thoughtLEADERS, helps you set employee goals that are SMART: specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound. Using the SMART framework, he shows you how to develop goals that are achievable and appropriate to your employees' roles.<br />
*'''GT Partnerships'''<br />
* AccessCORPS<br />
* ABLE Alliance <br />
* Design Access<br />
*'''Allocations'''<br />
**Make sure these are correct - any October changes by 12 on Thursday. <br />
* '''Projects:'''<br />
* GaDOE FY21 - SOW Submitted <br />
* GVRA FY 22 <br />
* CDC Contract - NCE through Sept. 30, 2022. (Updates, ATOB, UNC Research & Dissemination of Videos)<br />
* HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** AT Team<br />
* AT3 - $50K - (May-August 31)<br />
* Georgia Division of Aging (DAS) - CARES Act - (Nov. 2021 - End Sept. 30, 2022!)<br />
* 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
* Wireless RERC - NCE - 2 Videos<br />
*'''Proposals:'''<br />
** NSF - Transportation & Accessibility (GT Partners)<br />
* '''TFL Strategic Planning - Focused Sessions'''<br />
*Completed:<br />
** TFL Overview - CP<br />
** TFL Policy - CP<br />
** AT Acquisition (Part 1) - CP<br />
**Direct Services - Martha (October 18th - 2-4 PM) <br />
** AAC Lab - DeeDee (October 25th 3-4:30 PM) - Thank you, DeeDee & to everyone for Participating!<br />
** Leadership & Training - Liz (October 19th - 2-4 PM) - Thank you, Liz & to everyone for Participating!<br />
*Upcoming:<br />
** AT Considerations - Gina (November)<br />
** TFL Research - Ben (November)<br />
** TFL into CIDI S&E Research - Zerrin (December)<br />
** Wrap Up & Action Items - CP (December & January 2022)<br />
*'''AT Minute!'''<br />
**WIPO (2021). WIPO Technology Trends 2021: Assistive Technology. Geneva: World Intellectual<br />
Property Organization. <br />
**https://www.wipo.int/edocs/pubdocs/en/wipo_pub_1055_2021.pdf<br />
<br />
=='''Complete!! CDC/F Trainings & Activities (Carolyn)'''==<br />
*'''1,683,224 Served!'''<br />
**1,683,224 is the total number of people who received direct, tangible information and assistance via project work that is supportable with project data!<br />
**Way to Go, Team!!<br />
*'''COVID-19 Vaccine Videos'''<br />
*'''ACTION ITEM:'''<br />
** Please, help spread the word regarding our 5 Vaccine videos & 1 ASL Video - Thank you, Raminta, Norah & Liz!!!<br />
*'''ATOB! v16.2'''<br />
**A special issue of Assistive Technology Outcomes and Benefits/Accessible Public Health Materials During a Pandemic: Lessons Learned from COVID-19 (Issue 16 Part 2) will be devoted to this project and the issues it addressed. Submitted manuscripts from our project team and/or about the project:<br />
# "Include Me": Implementing Inclusive and Accessible Communications in Public<br />
# Access for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Individuals in Informational and Educational Remote Sessions<br />
# Technology for a Pandemic: Apps for Safety and Independence<br />
# Minimizing the Complexity of Public Health Documents: Making COVID-19 Documents Accessible to Individuals Who Read Below the Third-Grade Level<br />
# Building an Effective Model to Disseminate Accessible COVID-19 Guidance<br />
# The Importance of Braille during a Pandemic and Beyond<br />
# Creating Accessible Infographics: Describing Scientific Data in Ways Everyone Can Understand<br />
# A Needs Assessment of COVID-19 Guidance for Adults with Developmental Disabilities<br />
# Inclusive Design Thinking for Health Messaging in American Sign Language during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Case Study Brief<br />
# Closing the Information Gap: Making COVID-19 Information Accessible for People with Disabilities<br />
*American Public Health Conference Presentation - CP<br />
*AUCD Presentation - Liz & CP<br />
<br />
=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates'''==<br />
'''Transition'''<br />
# Credit-Able - to FODAC!!<br />
# Physical files will still remain in Danny's office <br />
<br />
'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Credit-Able applications are on hold<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(1) - AT Services During & After the Covid-19 Pandemic<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(2) - Public Health: feature our work on CDC Project<br />
** Guest Editor, Mark Harniss, U. Washington<br />
** Peer Reviews are in process<br />
** Editing for final approval/publication<br />
<br />
'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT)''' <br />
* Research Proposals<br />
** Submitted Mastery of AT & K-12 Education GTRI Seed Grant<br />
** Preparing Field Initiated Proposal for NIDILRR on MoAT & workplace (due in January)<br />
* MoAT Continuum of AT Mastery Assessment Tool (CATM) presentations<br />
** CATM presentation Nov 4 at GA EdTech Conference - was very well received<br />
** CATM presentation scheduled at ATIA (Orlando, Jan 27th)<br />
** Invited to present virtually at monthly SLATE (State Leaders of Assistive Technology in Education) next Wed., Dec 15<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS''' <br />
* Presented a webinar on "Inclusion & Participation in the Workplace" - Nov. 17th<br />
* Team is preparing focus groups on Mental Health Accommodations and Changes in Retail Settings/Accommodations at ATIA<br />
<br />
'''AT Network'''<br />
* Beginning the process of mapping categories of AT from the AbleData database to the ISO 9999 classifications<br />
* Team has been exploring how to leverage evaluations done by TFL to help "seed" database<br />
** Dee Dee & Ben have proposed a template with levels at which eval data might be accessed.<br />
** Also looking for PowerPoint presentations and papers to include in the database.<br />
<br />
'''Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Program (ITEP)''' <br />
*Business Coaching under Joy Harris supervision is completed<br />
*Final event will be scheduled for early November <br />
*Working with the New America Foundation for the annual conference<br />
<br />
'''NSF Project'''<br />
*Experiences of Students with Visual Impairments with Tactile Graphics in STEM Courses: Critical Interpretative Synthesis<br />
*Continuing my meetings with Dr. DeStefano <br />
*I completed SLR training<br />
<br />
'''ACCESS Projects''' <br />
*Have been working with the project team to develop protocols for the focus group<br />
*Will join two sessions as a note taker and one session as a moderator <br />
<br />
'''GVRA'''<br />
*Working with Ben, Martha, and Carolyn <br />
<br />
'''FY21 Seed Grant Program''' <br />
*We will be applying for the Oct cycle<br />
<br />
*'''Zerrin's New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
<br />
*'''Tools for Life'''<br />
<br />
**Data Reminder: Don't forget to enter in your public awareness and I & A data. Include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures - Keep going! Follow up coming soon.<br />
**Webinar archives - Are any of yours missing?<br />
**TFL Website, wiki (discuss process) - Liz, Kayla, Tori, Shaina, Trish (support) <br />
**Training plan - host more virtually - we're doing it!<br />
***ARC Disability 101 - rescheduled for 11/4 at 11:00 AM<br />
<br />
*'''GCDD Accessibility Grant - Universal Design for Learning and Plain Language - Success!<br />
**June to September 2021 - $13,000<br />
**Liz, Norah, Tori (Carolyn and Trish support)<br />
<br />
*'''Credits''' - Training Team <br />
**CEU's - Continuing Education Units approved and distributed by the AAC Institute<br />
**CRC's - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Credits approved and distributed by the Commissioner Rehabilitation Counselor Certification or CRCC <br />
***All applications must be submitted no later than 30 days before the live event. <br />
<br />
*'''CDC/CDC Foundation''' - Carolyn-PI, Liz-Co-PI, Norah - Content Creator and Manager, Trish-Project Support, COVID-19 Accessible Materials for Individuals with Disabilities - COMPLETE!<br />
**Working on archiving the project - Teams and Dropbox<br />
**Microsite maintenance will run through 2022 - Norah lead<br />
**Will still collect monthly analytics - Tori lead <br />
**AUCD Conference presentation - CP and Liz with CDC and CDC Foundation<br />
<br />
*'''ATAP (AT3)''' - AT Reuse Activities, AT Database - Carolyn, Liz, Trish(support)<br />
<br />
*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach''' [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website]. - Carolyn and Liz<br />
<br />
*'''Webinars''' - WORK ACCESS series; Wired Wednesdays<br />
<br />
*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA''' - Outreach & Public Awareness - Carolyn, Raminta, Liz<br />
**1. Making virtual meetings more accessible in emergencies, and <br />
**2. How to minimize the text complexity in messaging<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase''' - Focus groups, trainings, webinars - Tori <br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!''' - The ILRU (Independent Living Research Utilization) program is a national center for information, training, research, and technical assistance in independent living. Learn more at [http://www.ilru.org the ILRU website]<br />
<br />
=='''Tori's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Social Media''' - Send articles, webinars, videos, general information, etc. for posting to Tori<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''Kayla's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Graphic Design Projects'''*<br />
*''' Reach out for any future graphic design assistance/projects or questions. '''*<br />
<br />
=='''Raminta's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Video Projects''' <br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
<br />
K-12 Updates<br />
*Next [https://www.gadoe.org/External-Affairs-and-Policy/State-Board-of-Education/Pages/default.aspx State Board of Education] meeting is scheduled for November 3 & 4<br />
*Continuing current K-12 deliverables <br />
*Texthelp – November 16, 2021, from 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM – Texthelp Master Class @ CIDI (in person) – sent out an update – look for virtual registration for class in upcoming days. <br />
*New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!<br />
**[https://www.ahead.ie/Discover-your-AT AT Hive]<br />
**[https://sifts.ocali.org/index_what.php SIFTS]<br />
**[https://www.communicationcommunity.com/ Communication Community]<br />
<br />
=='''Norah's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Updates'''<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''GVRA Project (Ben)'''==<br />
<br />
Team & Project Plan<br />
* November Report is being compiled and analyzed<br />
* Billing for 1st Quarter of project is complete<br />
** Programmatic data was synced to match invoicing<br />
<br />
* Ben: ongoing meetings with Matthew Blake/ IT Team - planning for:<br />
** GVRA Portal / Service Portal<br />
** Monthly report automation<br />
** Incorporation of IPSE programs into NEON systems.<br />
<br />
GVRA Updates<br />
* GVRA Transition work groups have met/are meeting to discuss:<br />
** Pilot to develop a model for reporting software usage of GVRA clients in K-12 Districts<br />
** Incorporation of IPSE programs into project. (1st 3: Ga Tech, Ga State, Ga Southern)<br />
* Preparing a pilot study of usage of Equati0 at Post-Secondary Level<br />
** Dalton State, Columbus State & Georgia College & State Univ.<br />
** What is the potential level of usage of Equati0?<br />
* Looking to do a data sharing arrangement/ agreement<br />
** Help populate NEON with required GVRA data<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''==<br />
<br />
*Wired Wednesdays- Carolyn will be our guest speaker for the November Wired Wednesday. Scanning Pens was excellent in October and would love to see how we can update our older c-pen models to the new models.<br />
<br />
*AT Lab- we are continuing to work on this. Thank you to everyone who helped last Wednesday. We are working on the DBHDD lab and a huge thank you to Nate and the team for moving a black storage cabinet upstairs. We are trying to work on a better flow of items within all the labs. New labels have come in. Sanitization can be found in plastic bins in the downstairs lab, 2nd-floor lad, access lab aka Ciara's office, and the AAC lab. Items that no longer work have been marked obsolete and given to surplus. I am so proud of the team for working on this and the ideas coming from it.<br />
<br />
*Working with several individuals on providing resources and information about AT. Receiving calls and emails for evaluations<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
https://www.linkedin.com/learning/balancing-work-and-life/welcome?autoAdvance=true&autoSkip=false&autoplay=true&resume=true&u=2163426<br />
<br />
=='''Ciara's Updates'''==<br />
'''TFL Data:'''<br />
*Device Demo Oct. FY22 - Present All Centers: 0<br />
**Device Demo for FY21: 137<br />
**Device Demo for FY20: 478<br />
**Device Demo for FY19: 1029<br />
*Device Demos Oct. FY22- Present TFL: 0<br />
**Device Demo for FY21: 25<br />
**Device Demo for FY20: 79<br />
**Device Demo for FY19: 185<br />
*Device Loans Oct. FY22 - Present All Centers: 0<br />
**Device Loans for FY21: 189<br />
**Device Loans for FY20: 258<br />
**Device Loans for FY19: 634<br />
*Device Loans Oct. FY22 - Present TFL: 0<br />
**Device Loans for FY21: 76<br />
**Device Loans for FY20: 94<br />
**Device Loans for FY19: 352<br />
<br />
*Device Reutilization Oct. FY22 - 0<br />
**Device Reutilization for FY21: 4678<br />
**Device Reutilization for FY20: 4333<br />
**Device Reutilization for FY19: 7266<br />
<br />
'''TFL AppFinder:'''<br />
* Jamf Update & Timeline for Rollout - Jerel is waiting for OIT to set up his account to receive permissions in order to set service accounts for TFL team<br />
* Highlight 1-3 New Apps in Appfinder - no new apps, but has been updated to include communication apps that we use often<br />
<br />
'''TFL Lab:'''<br />
* "How to Guides" Updates - There is a new folder under the TFL Direct Services channel on Teams where '''Cheat Sheets & How To Guides''' exists. There are different assistive technology categories. DeeDee & I met with Valerie to discuss the accessibility of the cheat sheets, she has offered to give the TFL team a refresher training on PDF & Word Doc accessibility if we are interested.<br />
* New AT for Lab Updates<br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
*<br />
<br />
=='''Sal's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Aging Committees Updates'''<br />
**Who<br />
**What<br />
*'''Outreach & Trainings Updates''' <br />
**Upcoming<br />
*'''AT Lab - Organization Updates'''<br />
**New AT<br />
**Ideas<br />
'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''Rachel's Updates'''==<br />
*'''TFL AT Awareness for Dementia & Isolation Update''' <br />
*'''Interactive AT Lab''' Reassessed current inventory for AT related to dementia and isolation while in the office last week. Updated “wish list” of new and innovative AT to add to the AT Lab. <br />
**<br />
*'''DAS Contract'''<br />
**Updates: Awaiting the extension for the Cares Act project. Hopefully, we will be able to resume in November. <br />
Culture Change Network of Georgia is hosting a CCNG Rally this Thursday from 10-11:30. This is a virtual event that is typically an annual Summit. The intent is to "Come together for a common action or effort". Stakeholders across Ga will update progress for Person-Centered Care especially related to Dementia. Recently awarded a new grant along with GSU/CMP. Changing public policies and educating care providers caring for elders especially in nursing home settings are top priorities of grant. TFL will share updates with those in attendance.<br />
* Updates• <br />
Continuing to advance the Work Access project. Last week, held a Focus Group with Mental Health in the workplace as the main area of focus<br />
Colleagues continue to reach out on a regular basis with specific challenges and features that are needed in AT. Ex- AT for medical use at home with audible output and ease of use with 1 hand/arm.<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
A great resource for information related to technology and seniors: https://www.techenhancedlife.com/hub/useful-apps-older-adults-seniors-boomers<br />
<br />
=='''Sarah's Updates'''==<br />
*'''ACCESS Updates & Focus Groups'''<br />
*'''GT DSP Office Updates'''<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (Johan)'''==<br />
<br />
*AccessGA <br />
**Technical assistance provided to state agencies<br />
**GA Dept. of Economic Development<br />
*Fee-for-Service <br />
**Shepherd Center (first of six trainings beginning Nov. 9th <br />
***Web Accessibility Evaluation completed<br />
***Follow-up Technical Assistance<br />
**UDOIT Tool Evaluation for LMS in progress<br />
*** evaluation to be completed by end of month<br />
**BLH/NLM<br />
***2 of 19 trainings scheduled Nov. 2 and Nov. 10 on topics related to disability awareness <br />
***A11y evaluation of NLM website<br />
***A11y evaluation of Moodle LMS<br />
***Technical assistance<br />
**Request from ASTHO <br />
***Trainings on Disability Awareness and Digital A11y<br />
**DBHDD<br />
***opioid overdose reporting app<br />
**JCC Chicago<br />
***SoW pending<br />
***Web a11y evaluation and technical assistance requested<br />
***awaiting testing environment<br />
**UX Initiatives<br />
***Several ongoing projects in the coming weeks/months involving UX<br />
****Aging Well Access<br />
****Dementia Access<br />
****Washington AT Access <br />
****AT Network <br />
****AT3 AT Access<br />
<br />
=='''AAC Programs (DeeDee)'''==<br />
* Display devices have been set up and labeling begun<br />
* AAC materials from DBHDD lab moved upstairs - getting organized<br />
<br />
Display materials planned:<br />
* Device information <br />
* Posters/handouts on elements of AAC and Access (i.e., types of AAC devices, core words, switches, scanning access, etc.)<br />
* Handouts on implementation strategies, product information<br />
* Information on access from Pittsburg AAC Language Seminar - Karen Kangas<br />
* Model as a MASTER PAL for communication partner training<br />
* Considering list of training resources<br />
<br />
Kennesaw University UD Lab<br />
* Initial visit completed 8/24/21<br />
* Classification of apps by educational vs AT completed<br />
* Review of equipment updates completed<br />
* Need to write report<br />
* Training webinars planning begun (Microsoft Accessibility/Chromebook Accessibility)<br />
* need to reach out to Chris regarding status of videos<br />
<br />
AAC Curriculum<br />
* Review of online courses completed<br />
* Analysis of course content begun<br />
* Basic framework of Curriculum begin<br />
<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# ALL: University System of Georgia (USG) Benefits Open Enrollment will be held from Monday, October 25 – Friday, November 5, 2021. <br />
# ALL: Stay tuned for Your other GT Compliances!<br />
# CP: Archives for Resources<br />
# Gina (CP will help): Making TextHelp Training Virtually available to CIDI & TFL Team.<br />
# Martha: Lab Day! Organizing our TFL Team to focus on the Labs.<br />
# Ciara & DeeDee: Meet to see what DeeDee has for "How To" Guides and what we need.<br />
# Tori: Post the TFL Meeting Wiki Agenda the Week before - so folks can update without overwriting each other.<br />
# ALL: Managing Stress for Positive Change<br />
**https://www.linkedin.com/learning/managing-stress-for-positive-change/welcome?autoAdvance=true&autoSkip=false&autoplay=true&resume=true&u=2163426</div>Rsatterfield8http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_12/7/2021&diff=6161TFL Team Meeting - 12/7/20212021-12-06T18:02:54Z<p>Rsatterfield8: /* GVRA Project (Ben) */</p>
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=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# University System of Georgia (USG) Benefits Open Enrollment will be held from Monday, October 25 – Friday, November 5, 2021. <br />
# GT Compliances - Nov. 19th!<br />
# Watch SMART Goals: <br />
**https://www.linkedin.com/learning/developing-resourcefulness/what-does-it-mean-to-be-resourceful?u=2163426<br />
<br />
=TFL Mission=<br />
<br />
*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
<br />
=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
<br />
1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
<br />
2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
<br />
3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* '''GT|HR'''<br />
** Hire Process: AT Acquisition Manager Position<br />
** Hire Process: Program Support Spec. Sr. Position<br />
*'''Open Enrollment'''<br />
** Oct. 25 - Nov. 10<br />
*'''GT Compliance'''<br />
** Nov. 19th Deadline<br />
*'''GT Vaccination Mandate'''<br />
** December 8th<br />
*'''2021 Draft Performance Evaluations, Self-Assessment & 2022 Goals'''<br />
**Due December 3rd<br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
* TFL Professional Development:<br />
**'''ACTION ITEM:''' <br />
**Setting SMART Goals<br />
**https://www.linkedin.com/learning/setting-team-and-employee-goals-using-smart-methodology/setting-team-and-employee-goals?autoAdvance=true&autoSkip=false&autoplay=true&resume=true&u=2163426<br />
**Employee goals should be driven by the organization's needs—whether it's to cut costs, drive revenue, or build skills—and keep employees motivated to succeed. Mike Figliuolo, managing director of thoughtLEADERS, helps you set employee goals that are SMART: specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound. Using the SMART framework, he shows you how to develop goals that are achievable and appropriate to your employees' roles.<br />
*'''GT Partnerships'''<br />
* AccessCORPS<br />
* ABLE Alliance <br />
* Design Access<br />
*'''Allocations'''<br />
**Make sure these are correct - any October changes by 12 on Thursday. <br />
* '''Projects:'''<br />
* GaDOE FY21 - SOW Submitted <br />
* GVRA FY 22 <br />
* CDC Contract - NCE through Sept. 30, 2022. (Updates, ATOB, UNC Research & Dissemination of Videos)<br />
* HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** AT Team<br />
* AT3 - $50K - (May-August 31)<br />
* Georgia Division of Aging (DAS) - CARES Act - (Nov. 2021 - End Sept. 30, 2022!)<br />
* 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
* Wireless RERC - NCE - 2 Videos<br />
*'''Proposals:'''<br />
** NSF - Transportation & Accessibility (GT Partners)<br />
* '''TFL Strategic Planning - Focused Sessions'''<br />
*Completed:<br />
** TFL Overview - CP<br />
** TFL Policy - CP<br />
** AT Acquisition (Part 1) - CP<br />
**Direct Services - Martha (October 18th - 2-4 PM) <br />
** AAC Lab - DeeDee (October 25th 3-4:30 PM) - Thank you, DeeDee & to everyone for Participating!<br />
** Leadership & Training - Liz (October 19th - 2-4 PM) - Thank you, Liz & to everyone for Participating!<br />
*Upcoming:<br />
** AT Considerations - Gina (November)<br />
** TFL Research - Ben (November)<br />
** TFL into CIDI S&E Research - Zerrin (December)<br />
** Wrap Up & Action Items - CP (December & January 2022)<br />
*'''AT Minute!'''<br />
**WIPO (2021). WIPO Technology Trends 2021: Assistive Technology. Geneva: World Intellectual<br />
Property Organization. <br />
**https://www.wipo.int/edocs/pubdocs/en/wipo_pub_1055_2021.pdf<br />
<br />
=='''Complete!! CDC/F Trainings & Activities (Carolyn)'''==<br />
*'''1,683,224 Served!'''<br />
**1,683,224 is the total number of people who received direct, tangible information and assistance via project work that is supportable with project data!<br />
**Way to Go, Team!!<br />
*'''COVID-19 Vaccine Videos'''<br />
*'''ACTION ITEM:'''<br />
** Please, help spread the word regarding our 5 Vaccine videos & 1 ASL Video - Thank you, Raminta, Norah & Liz!!!<br />
*'''ATOB! v16.2'''<br />
**A special issue of Assistive Technology Outcomes and Benefits/Accessible Public Health Materials During a Pandemic: Lessons Learned from COVID-19 (Issue 16 Part 2) will be devoted to this project and the issues it addressed. Submitted manuscripts from our project team and/or about the project:<br />
# "Include Me": Implementing Inclusive and Accessible Communications in Public<br />
# Access for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Individuals in Informational and Educational Remote Sessions<br />
# Technology for a Pandemic: Apps for Safety and Independence<br />
# Minimizing the Complexity of Public Health Documents: Making COVID-19 Documents Accessible to Individuals Who Read Below the Third-Grade Level<br />
# Building an Effective Model to Disseminate Accessible COVID-19 Guidance<br />
# The Importance of Braille during a Pandemic and Beyond<br />
# Creating Accessible Infographics: Describing Scientific Data in Ways Everyone Can Understand<br />
# A Needs Assessment of COVID-19 Guidance for Adults with Developmental Disabilities<br />
# Inclusive Design Thinking for Health Messaging in American Sign Language during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Case Study Brief<br />
# Closing the Information Gap: Making COVID-19 Information Accessible for People with Disabilities<br />
*American Public Health Conference Presentation - CP<br />
*AUCD Presentation - Liz & CP<br />
<br />
=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates'''==<br />
'''Transition'''<br />
# Credit-Able - to FODAC!!<br />
# Physical files will still remain in Danny's office <br />
<br />
'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Credit-Able applications are on hold<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(1) - AT Services During & After the Covid-19 Pandemic<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(2) - Public Health: feature our work on CDC Project<br />
** Guest Editor, Mark Harniss, U. Washington<br />
** Peer Reviews are in process<br />
<br />
'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT)''' <br />
* Submitted Mastery of AT & K-12 Education GTRI Seed Grant<br />
* TECH Report on Mastery of AT is available for review:<br />
** https://smartech.gatech.edu/bitstream/handle/1853/64914/Tech%20Report%20-%20Continuum%20of%20Mastery%20of%20AT.pdf?sequence=2&isAllowed=y<br />
* MoAT Continuum of AT Mastery Assessment Tool (CATM) now on its own web server<br />
** available for demonstrations & use at conference presentations<br />
** set up to collect qualitative feedback from trial users<br />
* MoAT presentation this Thursday (Nov 4) at GA EdTech Conference (ATL, GA International Convention Center)<br />
* MoAT presentation accepted at ATIA (Orlando, Jan 27th)<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS''' <br />
* Team held an additional focus groups on Mental Health Accommodations and Changes in Retail Settings/Accommodations.<br />
* Presenting a webinar on "Inclusion & Participation in the Workplace" - Nov. 17th<br />
** Speakers: Karen, Sarah & Ben<br />
** Overview of Work ACCESS<br />
** Accommodations / considerations for common spaces & communication<br />
<br />
'''AT Network'''<br />
* Beginning the process of mapping categories of AT from the AbleData database to the ISO 9999 classifications<br />
* Team has been exploring how to leverage evaluations done by TFL to help "seed" database<br />
** Dee Dee & Ben have proposed a template with levels at which eval data might be accessed.<br />
** Also looking for PowerPoint presentations and papers to include in the database.<br />
<br />
'''Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Program (ITEP)''' <br />
*Business Coaching under Joy Harris supervision is completed<br />
*Final event will be scheduled for early November <br />
*Working with the New America Foundation for the annual conference<br />
<br />
'''NSF Project'''<br />
*Experiences of Students with Visual Impairments with Tactile Graphics in STEM Courses: Critical Interpretative Synthesis<br />
*Continuing my meetings with Dr. DeStefano <br />
*I completed SLR training<br />
<br />
'''ACCESS Projects''' <br />
*Have been working with the project team to develop protocols for the focus group<br />
*Will join two sessions as a note taker and one session as a moderator <br />
<br />
'''GVRA'''<br />
*Working with Ben, Martha, and Carolyn <br />
<br />
'''FY21 Seed Grant Program''' <br />
*We will be applying for the Oct cycle<br />
<br />
*'''Zerrin's New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
<br />
*'''Tools for Life'''<br />
<br />
**Data Reminder: Don't forget to enter in your public awareness and I & A data. Include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures - Keep going! Follow up coming soon.<br />
**Webinar archives - Are any of yours missing?<br />
**TFL Website, wiki (discuss process) - Liz, Kayla, Tori, Shaina, Trish (support) <br />
**Training plan - host more virtually - we're doing it!<br />
***ARC Disability 101 - rescheduled for 11/4 at 11:00 AM<br />
<br />
*'''GCDD Accessibility Grant - Universal Design for Learning and Plain Language - Success!<br />
**June to September 2021 - $13,000<br />
**Liz, Norah, Tori (Carolyn and Trish support)<br />
<br />
*'''Credits''' - Training Team <br />
**CEU's - Continuing Education Units approved and distributed by the AAC Institute<br />
**CRC's - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Credits approved and distributed by the Commissioner Rehabilitation Counselor Certification or CRCC <br />
***All applications must be submitted no later than 30 days before the live event. <br />
<br />
*'''CDC/CDC Foundation''' - Carolyn-PI, Liz-Co-PI, Norah - Content Creator and Manager, Trish-Project Support, COVID-19 Accessible Materials for Individuals with Disabilities - COMPLETE!<br />
**Working on archiving the project - Teams and Dropbox<br />
**Microsite maintenance will run through 2022 - Norah lead<br />
**Will still collect monthly analytics - Tori lead <br />
**AUCD Conference presentation - CP and Liz with CDC and CDC Foundation<br />
<br />
*'''ATAP (AT3)''' - AT Reuse Activities, AT Database - Carolyn, Liz, Trish(support)<br />
<br />
*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach''' [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website]. - Carolyn and Liz<br />
<br />
*'''Webinars''' - WORK ACCESS series; Wired Wednesdays<br />
<br />
*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA''' - Outreach & Public Awareness - Carolyn, Raminta, Liz<br />
**1. Making virtual meetings more accessible in emergencies, and <br />
**2. How to minimize the text complexity in messaging<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase''' - Focus groups, trainings, webinars - Tori <br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!''' - The ILRU (Independent Living Research Utilization) program is a national center for information, training, research, and technical assistance in independent living. Learn more at [http://www.ilru.org the ILRU website]<br />
<br />
=='''Tori's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Social Media''' - Send articles, webinars, videos, general information, etc. for posting to Tori<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''Kayla's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Graphic Design Projects'''*<br />
*''' Reach out for any future graphic design assistance/projects or questions. '''*<br />
<br />
=='''Raminta's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Video Projects''' <br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
<br />
K-12 Updates<br />
*Next [https://www.gadoe.org/External-Affairs-and-Policy/State-Board-of-Education/Pages/default.aspx State Board of Education] meeting is scheduled for November 3 & 4<br />
*Continuing current K-12 deliverables <br />
*Texthelp – November 16, 2021, from 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM – Texthelp Master Class @ CIDI (in person) – sent out an update – look for virtual registration for class in upcoming days. <br />
*New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!<br />
**[https://www.ahead.ie/Discover-your-AT AT Hive]<br />
**[https://sifts.ocali.org/index_what.php SIFTS]<br />
**[https://www.communicationcommunity.com/ Communication Community]<br />
<br />
=='''Norah's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Updates'''<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''GVRA Project (Ben)'''==<br />
<br />
Team & Project Plan<br />
* November Report is being compiled and analyzed<br />
* Billing for 1st Quarter of project is complete<br />
** Programmatic data was synced to match invoicing<br />
<br />
* Ben: ongoing meetings with Matthew Blake/ IT Team - planning for:<br />
** GVRA Portal / Service Portal<br />
** Monthly report automation<br />
** Incorporation of IPSE programs into NEON systems.<br />
<br />
GVRA Updates<br />
* GVRA Transition work groups have met/are meeting to discuss:<br />
** Pilot to develop a model for reporting software usage of GVRA clients in K-12 Districts<br />
** Incorporation of IPSE programs into project. (1st 3: Ga Tech, Ga State, Ga Southern)<br />
* Preparing a pilot study of usage of Equati0 at Post-Secondary Level<br />
** Dalton State, Columbus State & Georgia College & State Univ.<br />
** What is the potential level of usage of Equati0?<br />
* Looking to do a data sharing arrangement/ agreement<br />
** Help populate NEON with required GVRA data<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''==<br />
<br />
*Wired Wednesdays- Carolyn will be our guest speaker for the November Wired Wednesday. Scanning Pens was excellent in October and would love to see how we can update our older c-pen models to the new models.<br />
<br />
*AT Lab- we are continuing to work on this. Thank you to everyone who helped last Wednesday. We are working on the DBHDD lab and a huge thank you to Nate and the team for moving a black storage cabinet upstairs. We are trying to work on a better flow of items within all the labs. New labels have come in. Sanitization can be found in plastic bins in the downstairs lab, 2nd-floor lad, access lab aka Ciara's office, and the AAC lab. Items that no longer work have been marked obsolete and given to surplus. I am so proud of the team for working on this and the ideas coming from it.<br />
<br />
*Working with several individuals on providing resources and information about AT. Receiving calls and emails for evaluations<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
https://www.linkedin.com/learning/balancing-work-and-life/welcome?autoAdvance=true&autoSkip=false&autoplay=true&resume=true&u=2163426<br />
<br />
=='''Ciara's Updates'''==<br />
'''TFL Data:'''<br />
*Device Demo Oct. FY22 - Present All Centers: 0<br />
**Device Demo for FY21: 137<br />
**Device Demo for FY20: 478<br />
**Device Demo for FY19: 1029<br />
*Device Demos Oct. FY22- Present TFL: 0<br />
**Device Demo for FY21: 25<br />
**Device Demo for FY20: 79<br />
**Device Demo for FY19: 185<br />
*Device Loans Oct. FY22 - Present All Centers: 0<br />
**Device Loans for FY21: 189<br />
**Device Loans for FY20: 258<br />
**Device Loans for FY19: 634<br />
*Device Loans Oct. FY22 - Present TFL: 0<br />
**Device Loans for FY21: 76<br />
**Device Loans for FY20: 94<br />
**Device Loans for FY19: 352<br />
<br />
*Device Reutilization Oct. FY22 - 0<br />
**Device Reutilization for FY21: 4678<br />
**Device Reutilization for FY20: 4333<br />
**Device Reutilization for FY19: 7266<br />
<br />
'''TFL AppFinder:'''<br />
* Jamf Update & Timeline for Rollout - Jerel is waiting for OIT to set up his account to receive permissions in order to set service accounts for TFL team<br />
* Highlight 1-3 New Apps in Appfinder - no new apps, but has been updated to include communication apps that we use often<br />
<br />
'''TFL Lab:'''<br />
* "How to Guides" Updates - There is a new folder under the TFL Direct Services channel on Teams where '''Cheat Sheets & How To Guides''' exists. There are different assistive technology categories. DeeDee & I met with Valerie to discuss the accessibility of the cheat sheets, she has offered to give the TFL team a refresher training on PDF & Word Doc accessibility if we are interested.<br />
* New AT for Lab Updates<br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
*<br />
<br />
=='''Sal's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Aging Committees Updates'''<br />
**Who<br />
**What<br />
*'''Outreach & Trainings Updates''' <br />
**Upcoming<br />
*'''AT Lab - Organization Updates'''<br />
**New AT<br />
**Ideas<br />
'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''Rachel's Updates'''==<br />
*'''TFL AT Awareness for Dementia & Isolation Update''' <br />
*'''Interactive AT Lab''' Reassessed current inventory for AT related to dementia and isolation while in the office last week. Updated “wish list” of new and innovative AT to add to the AT Lab. <br />
**<br />
*'''DAS Contract'''<br />
**Updates: Awaiting the extension for the Cares Act project. Hopefully, we will be able to resume in November. <br />
Culture Change Network of Georgia is hosting a CCNG Rally this Thursday from 10-11:30. This is a virtual event that is typically an annual Summit. The intent is to "Come together for a common action or effort". Stakeholders across Ga will update progress for Person-Centered Care especially related to Dementia. Recently awarded a new grant along with GSU/CMP. Changing public policies and educating care providers caring for elders especially in nursing home settings are top priorities of grant. TFL will share updates with those in attendance.<br />
* Updates• <br />
Continuing to advance the Work Access project. Last week, held a Focus Group with Mental Health in the workplace as the main area of focus<br />
Colleagues continue to reach out on a regular basis with specific challenges and features that are needed in AT. Ex- AT for medical use at home with audible output and ease of use with 1 hand/arm.<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
A great resource for information related to technology and seniors: https://www.techenhancedlife.com/hub/useful-apps-older-adults-seniors-boomers<br />
<br />
=='''Sarah's Updates'''==<br />
*'''ACCESS Updates & Focus Groups'''<br />
*'''GT DSP Office Updates'''<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (Johan)'''==<br />
<br />
*AccessGA <br />
**Technical assistance provided to state agencies<br />
**GA Dept. of Economic Development<br />
*Fee-for-Service <br />
**Shepherd Center (first of six trainings beginning Nov. 9th <br />
***Web Accessibility Evaluation completed<br />
***Follow-up Technical Assistance<br />
**UDOIT Tool Evaluation for LMS in progress<br />
*** evaluation to be completed by end of month<br />
**BLH/NLM<br />
***2 of 19 trainings scheduled Nov. 2 and Nov. 10 on topics related to disability awareness <br />
***A11y evaluation of NLM website<br />
***A11y evaluation of Moodle LMS<br />
***Technical assistance<br />
**Request from ASTHO <br />
***Trainings on Disability Awareness and Digital A11y<br />
**DBHDD<br />
***opioid overdose reporting app<br />
**JCC Chicago<br />
***SoW pending<br />
***Web a11y evaluation and technical assistance requested<br />
***awaiting testing environment<br />
**UX Initiatives<br />
***Several ongoing projects in the coming weeks/months involving UX<br />
****Aging Well Access<br />
****Dementia Access<br />
****Washington AT Access <br />
****AT Network <br />
****AT3 AT Access<br />
<br />
=='''AAC Programs (DeeDee)'''==<br />
* Display devices have been set up and labeling begun<br />
* AAC materials from DBHDD lab moved upstairs - getting organized<br />
<br />
Display materials planned:<br />
* Device information <br />
* Posters/handouts on elements of AAC and Access (i.e., types of AAC devices, core words, switches, scanning access, etc.)<br />
* Handouts on implementation strategies, product information<br />
* Information on access from Pittsburg AAC Language Seminar - Karen Kangas<br />
* Model as a MASTER PAL for communication partner training<br />
* Considering list of training resources<br />
<br />
Kennesaw University UD Lab<br />
* Initial visit completed 8/24/21<br />
* Classification of apps by educational vs AT completed<br />
* Review of equipment updates completed<br />
* Need to write report<br />
* Training webinars planning begun (Microsoft Accessibility/Chromebook Accessibility)<br />
* need to reach out to Chris regarding status of videos<br />
<br />
AAC Curriculum<br />
* Review of online courses completed<br />
* Analysis of course content begun<br />
* Basic framework of Curriculum begin<br />
<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# ALL: University System of Georgia (USG) Benefits Open Enrollment will be held from Monday, October 25 – Friday, November 5, 2021. <br />
# ALL: Stay tuned for Your other GT Compliances!<br />
# CP: Archives for Resources<br />
# Gina (CP will help): Making TextHelp Training Virtually available to CIDI & TFL Team.<br />
# Martha: Lab Day! Organizing our TFL Team to focus on the Labs.<br />
# Ciara & DeeDee: Meet to see what DeeDee has for "How To" Guides and what we need.<br />
# Tori: Post the TFL Meeting Wiki Agenda the Week before - so folks can update without overwriting each other.<br />
# ALL: Managing Stress for Positive Change<br />
**https://www.linkedin.com/learning/managing-stress-for-positive-change/welcome?autoAdvance=true&autoSkip=false&autoplay=true&resume=true&u=2163426</div>Rsatterfield8http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_11/2/2021&diff=6140TFL Team Meeting - 11/2/20212021-11-02T12:41:37Z<p>Rsatterfield8: /* TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn) */</p>
<hr />
<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
<br />
*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
<br />
=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
<br />
1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
<br />
2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
<br />
3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
<br />
<br />
=Agenda=<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# University System of Georgia (USG) Benefits Open Enrollment will be held from Monday, October 25 – Friday, November 5, 2021. <br />
# Stay tuned for Your other GT Compliances!<br />
# Watch Resourcefulness: Being Problem Solvers and Solution Finders<br />
**https://www.linkedin.com/learning/developing-resourcefulness/what-does-it-mean-to-be-resourceful?u=2163426<br />
# TFL Website Planning - Liz<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* '''GT|HR'''<br />
** Hire Process: AT Acquisition Manager Position<br />
** Hire Process: Program Support Spec. Sr. Position<br />
*'''Open Enrollment'''<br />
** Oct. 25 - Nov. 10<br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
* TFL Professional Development:<br />
**'''ACTION ITEM:''' <br />
**Managing Stress for Positive Change<br />
**https://www.linkedin.com/learning/managing-stress-for-positive-change/welcome?autoAdvance=true&autoSkip=false&autoplay=true&resume=true&u=2163426<br />
**In the workplace, stress is often viewed in purely negative terms. It's seen as a response that should simply be minimized or pushed aside; however, it's possible to use stress to fuel positive change. In this course, join instructor Heidi Hanna, PhD as she discusses what stress is, exactly; how you can train yourself to use stress in more effective ways; and what managers can do to reduce employee stress when an organization experiences difficult times. She covers how individuals can use stress for good by assessing and adjusting it, as well as what you-as a manager-can do to create an environment and communication style that helps connect employees to the bigger picture.<br />
**Note: This course was featured in Market Watch, Inc., Fortune, Forbes, and Entrepreneur.<br />
*'''GT Partnerships'''<br />
* AccessCORPS<br />
* ABLE Alliance - Google <br />
*'''Allocations'''<br />
**Make sure these are correct - any October changes by 12 on Thursday. <br />
* '''Projects:'''<br />
* GaDOE FY21 - SOW Submitted <br />
* GVRA FY 22 <br />
* CDC Contract - NCE through Sept. 30, 2022. (Updates, ATOB, UNC Research & Dissemination of Videos)<br />
* HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** AT Team<br />
* AT3 - $50K - (May-August 31)<br />
* Georgia Division of Aging (DAS) - CARES Act - (Nov. 2021 - End Sept. 30, 2022!)<br />
* 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
* Wireless RERC - NCE - 2 Videos<br />
*'''Proposals:'''<br />
** NSF - Transportation & Accessibility (GT Partners)<br />
* '''TFL Strategic Planning - Focused Sessions'''<br />
*Completed:<br />
** TFL Overview - CP<br />
** TFL Policy - CP<br />
** AT Acquisition (Part 1) - CP<br />
**Direct Services - Martha (October 18th - 2-4 PM) - THank you, Martha & to everyone for Participating!<br />
*Upcoming:<br />
** AAC Lab - DeeDee (October 25th 3-4:30 PM)<br />
** AT Considerations - Gina (November)<br />
** Leadership & Training - Liz (October 19th - 2-4 PM)<br />
** TFL Research - Ben (November)<br />
** TFL into CIDI S&E Research - Zerrin (December)<br />
** Wrap Up & Action Items - CP (December & January 2022)<br />
*'''AT Minute!'''<br />
**OrbitNote: Released last week (10/12) OrbitNote is designed to create, transform and experience digital documents. Creating accessible, dynamic work and learning environments. Texthelp’s PDF Reader was always part of Read&Write, it included all the literacy support tools. If you are a Read&Write customer you will still have everything you need to create accessible documents. <br />
** OrbitNote, as it grows and more features are added it will become a stand-alone product with premium features that we know you’ll love - so watch this space!<br />
**https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/orbitnote/feepmdlmhplaojabeoecaobfmibooaid?hl=en-GB<br />
<br />
=='''Complete!! CDC/F Trainings & Activities (Carolyn)'''==<br />
*'''1,683,224 Served!'''<br />
**1,683,224 is the total number of people who received direct, tangible information and assistance via project work that is supportable with project data!<br />
**Way to Go, Team!!<br />
*'''COVID-19 Vaccine Videos'''<br />
*'''ACTION ITEM:'''<br />
** Please, help spread the word regarding our 5 Vaccine videos & 1 ASL Video - Thank you, Raminta, Norah & Liz!!!<br />
*'''ATOB! v16.2'''<br />
**A special issue of Assistive Technology Outcomes and Benefits/Accessible Public Health Materials During a Pandemic: Lessons Learned from COVID-19 (Issue 16 Part 2) will be devoted to this project and the issues it addressed. Submitted manuscripts from our project team and/or about the project:<br />
# "Include Me": Implementing Inclusive and Accessible Communications in Public<br />
# Access for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Individuals in Informational and Educational Remote Sessions<br />
# Technology for a Pandemic: Apps for Safety and Independence<br />
# Minimizing the Complexity of Public Health Documents: Making COVID-19 Documents Accessible to Individuals Who Read Below the Third-Grade Level<br />
# Building an Effective Model to Disseminate Accessible COVID-19 Guidance<br />
# The Importance of Braille during a Pandemic and Beyond<br />
# Creating Accessible Infographics: Describing Scientific Data in Ways Everyone Can Understand<br />
# A Needs Assessment of COVID-19 Guidance for Adults with Developmental Disabilities<br />
# Inclusive Design Thinking for Health Messaging in American Sign Language during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Case Study Brief<br />
# Closing the Information Gap: Making COVID-19 Information Accessible for People with Disabilities<br />
*American Public Health Conference Presentation - CP<br />
*AUCD Presentation - Liz & CP<br />
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=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates'''==<br />
'''Transition'''<br />
# Credit-Able - to FODAC!!<br />
# Physical files will still remain in Danny's office <br />
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'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Credit-Able applications are on hold<br />
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=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(1) - AT Services During & After the Covid-19 Pandemic<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(2) - Public Health: feature our work on CDC Project<br />
** Guest Editor, Mark Harniss, U. Washington<br />
** Peer Reviews are in process<br />
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'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT)''' <br />
* Submitted Mastery of AT & K-12 Education GTRI Seed Grant<br />
* TECH Report on Mastery of AT is available for review:<br />
** https://smartech.gatech.edu/bitstream/handle/1853/64914/Tech%20Report%20-%20Continuum%20of%20Mastery%20of%20AT.pdf?sequence=2&isAllowed=y<br />
* MoAT Continuum of AT Mastery Assessment Tool (CATM) now on its own web server<br />
** available for demonstrations & use at conference presentations<br />
** set up to collect qualitative feedback from trial users<br />
* MoAT presentation this Thursday (Nov 4) at GA EdTech Conference (ATL, GA International Convention Center)<br />
* MoAT presentation accepted at ATIA (Orlando, Jan 27th)<br />
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'''Work ACCESS''' <br />
* Team held an additional focus groups on Mental Health Accommodations and Changes in Retail Settings/Accommodations.<br />
* Presenting a webinar on "Inclusion & Participation in the Workplace" - Nov. 17th<br />
** Speakers: Karen, Sarah & Ben<br />
** Overview of Work ACCESS<br />
** Accommodations / considerations for common spaces & communication<br />
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'''AT Network'''<br />
* Beginning the process of mapping categories of AT from the AbleData database to the ISO 9999 classifications<br />
* Team has been exploring how to leverage evaluations done by TFL to help "seed" database<br />
** Dee Dee & Ben have proposed a template with levels at which eval data might be accessed.<br />
** Also looking for PowerPoint presentations and papers to include in the database.<br />
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'''Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Program (ITEP)''' <br />
*Business Coaching under Joy Harris supervision is completed<br />
*Final event will be scheduled for early November <br />
*Working with the New America Foundation for the annual conference<br />
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'''NSF Project'''<br />
*Experiences of Students with Visual Impairments with Tactile Graphics in STEM Courses: Critical Interpretative Synthesis<br />
*Continuing my meetings with Dr. DeStefano <br />
*I completed SLR training<br />
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'''ACCESS Projects''' <br />
*Have been working with the project team to develop protocols for the focus group<br />
*Will join two sessions as a note taker and one session as a moderator <br />
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'''GVRA'''<br />
*Working with Ben, Martha, and Carolyn <br />
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'''FY21 Seed Grant Program''' <br />
*We will be applying for the Oct cycle<br />
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*'''Zerrin's New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
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=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
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*'''Tools for Life'''<br />
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**Data Reminder: Don't forget to enter in your public awareness and I & A data. Include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures - Keep going! Follow up coming soon.<br />
**Webinar archives - Are any of yours missing?<br />
**TFL Website, wiki (discuss process) - Liz, Kayla, Tori, Shaina, Trish (support) <br />
**Training plan - host more virtually - we're doing it!<br />
***ARC Disability 101 - rescheduled for 11/4 at 11:00 AM<br />
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*'''GCDD Accessibility Grant - Universal Design for Learning and Plain Language - Success!<br />
**June to September 2021 - $13,000<br />
**Liz, Norah, Tori (Carolyn and Trish support)<br />
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*'''Credits''' - Training Team <br />
**CEU's - Continuing Education Units approved and distributed by the AAC Institute<br />
**CRC's - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Credits approved and distributed by the Commissioner Rehabilitation Counselor Certification or CRCC <br />
***All applications must be submitted no later than 30 days before the live event. <br />
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*'''CDC/CDC Foundation''' - Carolyn-PI, Liz-Co-PI, Norah - Content Creator and Manager, Trish-Project Support, COVID-19 Accessible Materials for Individuals with Disabilities - COMPLETE!<br />
**Working on archiving the project - Teams and Dropbox<br />
**Microsite maintenance will run through 2022 - Norah lead<br />
**Will still collect monthly analytics - Tori lead <br />
**AUCD Conference presentation - CP and Liz with CDC and CDC Foundation<br />
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*'''ATAP (AT3)''' - AT Reuse Activities, AT Database - Carolyn, Liz, Trish(support)<br />
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*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach''' [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website]. - Carolyn and Liz<br />
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*'''Webinars''' - WORK ACCESS series; Wired Wednesdays<br />
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*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA''' - Outreach & Public Awareness - Carolyn, Raminta, Liz<br />
**1. Making virtual meetings more accessible in emergencies, and <br />
**2. How to minimize the text complexity in messaging<br />
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*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase''' - Focus groups, trainings, webinars - Tori <br />
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*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!''' - The ILRU (Independent Living Research Utilization) program is a national center for information, training, research, and technical assistance in independent living. Learn more at [http://www.ilru.org the ILRU website]<br />
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=='''Tori's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Social Media''' - Send articles, webinars, videos, general information, etc. for posting to Tori<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
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=='''Kayla's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Graphic Design Projects''' - Kayla<br />
** TFL Website Re-Design/Drupal Translation **<br />
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*''' Updating Graphic Design File Structure on Dropbox '''*<br />
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*''' Reach out for any future graphic design assistance/projects or questions. '''*<br />
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*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend:'''<br />
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=='''Raminta's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Video Projects''' <br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
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=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
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K-12 Updates<br />
*Next [https://www.gadoe.org/External-Affairs-and-Policy/State-Board-of-Education/Pages/default.aspx State Board of Education] meeting is scheduled for November 3 & 4<br />
*Continuing current K-12 deliverables <br />
*Texthelp – November 16, 2021, from 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM – Texthelp Master Class @ CIDI (in person) – sent out an update – look for virtual registration for class in upcoming days. <br />
*New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!<br />
**[https://www.ahead.ie/Discover-your-AT AT Hive]<br />
**[https://sifts.ocali.org/index_what.php SIFTS]<br />
**[https://www.communicationcommunity.com/ Communication Community]<br />
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=='''Norah's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Updates'''<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
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=='''GVRA Project (Ben)'''==<br />
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Team & Project Plan<br />
* October Report is being compiled and analyzed<br />
* Billing for 1st Quarter of project is in process<br />
** Preparing programmatic data to match invoicing<br />
** Working with Eric T to sync these up<br />
* Ben: ongoing meetings with Matthew Blake/ IT Team - planning for:<br />
** GVRA Portal / Service Portal<br />
** Monthly report automation<br />
** Incorporation of IPSE programs into NEON systems.<br />
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GVRA Updates<br />
* GVRA Transition work groups have met/are meeting to discuss:<br />
** Pilot to develop a model for reporting software usage of GVRA clients in K-12 Districts<br />
** Incorporation of IPSE programs into project. (1st 3: Ga Tech, Ga State, Ga Southern)<br />
* Preparing a pilot study of usage of Equati0 at Post-Secondary Level<br />
** Dalton State (+ others?)<br />
** What is the potential level of usage of Equati0?<br />
* Looking to do a data sharing arrangement/ agreement<br />
** Help populate NEON with required GVRA data<br />
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=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''==<br />
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*Wired Wednesdays- Carolyn will be our guest speaker for the November Wired Wednesday. Scanning Pens was excellent in October and would love to see how we can update our older c-pen models to the new models.<br />
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*AT Lab- we are continuing to work on this. Thank you to everyone who helped last Wednesday. We are working on the DBHDD lab and a huge thank you to Nate and the team for moving a black storage cabinet upstairs. We are trying to work on a better flow of items within all the labs. New labels have come in. Sanitization can be found in plastic bins in the downstairs lab, 2nd-floor lad, access lab aka Ciara's office, and the AAC lab. Items that no longer work have been marked obsolete and given to surplus. I am so proud of the team for working on this and the ideas coming from it.<br />
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*Working with several individuals on providing resources and information about AT. Receiving calls and emails for evaluations<br />
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*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
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https://www.linkedin.com/learning/balancing-work-and-life/welcome?autoAdvance=true&autoSkip=false&autoplay=true&resume=true&u=2163426<br />
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=='''Ciara's Updates'''==<br />
'''TFL Data:'''<br />
*Device Demo Oct. FY22 - Present All Centers: 0<br />
**Device Demo for FY21: 137<br />
**Device Demo for FY20: 478<br />
**Device Demo for FY19: 1029<br />
*Device Demos Oct. FY22- Present TFL: 0<br />
**Device Demo for FY21: 25<br />
**Device Demo for FY20: 79<br />
**Device Demo for FY19: 185<br />
*Device Loans Oct. FY22 - Present All Centers: 0<br />
**Device Loans for FY21: 189<br />
**Device Loans for FY20: 258<br />
**Device Loans for FY19: 634<br />
*Device Loans Oct. FY22 - Present TFL: 0<br />
**Device Loans for FY21: 76<br />
**Device Loans for FY20: 94<br />
**Device Loans for FY19: 352<br />
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*Device Reutilization Oct. FY22 - 0<br />
**Device Reutilization for FY21: 4678<br />
**Device Reutilization for FY20: 4333<br />
**Device Reutilization for FY19: 7266<br />
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'''TFL AppFinder:'''<br />
* Jamf Update & Timeline for Rollout - Jerel is waiting for OIT to set up his account to receive permissions in order to set service accounts for TFL team<br />
* Highlight 1-3 New Apps in Appfinder - no new apps, but has been updated to include communication apps that we use often<br />
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'''TFL Lab:'''<br />
* "How to Guides" Updates - There is a new folder under the TFL Direct Services channel on Teams where ""Cheat Sheets & How To Guides"" exists. There are different assistive technology categories. DeeDee & I met with Valerie to discuss the accessibility of the cheat sheets, she has offered to give the TFL team a refresher training on PDF & Word Doc accessibility if we are interested.<br />
* New AT for Lab Updates<br />
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*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!''' - https://pe.gatech.edu/wlpd/learning GTPE, Workplace Learning & Professional Development offers a wide variety of free courses such as Giving & Receiving Feedback, Conflict Management, Managing Your Performance, etc. <br />
*<br />
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=='''Sal's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Aging Committees Updates'''<br />
**Who<br />
**What<br />
*'''Outreach & Trainings Updates''' <br />
**Upcoming<br />
*'''AT Lab - Organization Updates'''<br />
**New AT<br />
**Ideas<br />
'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
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=='''Rachel's Updates'''==<br />
*'''TFL AT Awareness for Dementia & Isolation Update''' <br />
**New AT<br />
*'''Interactive AT Lab''' Reassessing current inventory for AT related to dementia and isolation and revisiting “wish list” of new and innovative AT to add to the AT Lab. Friendly reminder, many of the items are located in my office and you are welcome to check to see what is there and try out the AT as well!<br />
**New AT Updates Hosted demo from ZPod (https://www.zpodsforsleep.com/). Looks like a great solution especially for individuals with Autism, sensory processing, anxiety, mental health. Would love to have one set up in our lab, however, suggested a 3-D model considering space issues.<br />
*'''DAS Contract'''<br />
**Updates Awaiting the extension for the Cares Act project. Hopefully, we will be able to resume in November. We have received a few more referrals and notified them of the pause in the project.<br />
** Policies & Procedures<br />
** ADRC Provided general feedback and concerns to DAS as requested re: their P &P for AT. Yolanda appreciated our input and requested a follow-up meeting. It was a vague message, so unclear as to if it is related to P &P or other projects at this point. Will continue to explore with DAS<br />
*'''AT Makers'''<br />
* Updates• Su Jin Lee OT professor at GSU and formally Research Scientist with CIDI reached out to discuss potential collaborations with her students and 3-D printing. Will follow up to get more information. Status of our 3-D printer?<br />
• Attended GOTA conference held this past weekend. Completely virtual and well-done. Chad Leaman, Cofounder of Makers Making Change was the Keynote speaker. Additionally, a session on 3-D printing and opportunities here in ATL with Shephard Center. <br />
• Chatt tech OTA class presentation last week. ~ 15 students participated with Sal, Martha, and me presenting.<br />
• Other notables: The Capable Program (teaming OT, Nursing and Handyperson) connecting indiv with disabilities to find AT solutions/ home modifications. Interestingly enough, Yolanda with DAS reached out to Brenau OT program looking at program. Provided initial findings/research that Bryan Clever (FODAC) and I discovered when we were looking into the program. Many challenges to consider include having the bandwidth<br />
In early stages of planning for an OT Capstone student from University of Florida to begin August of 2022. Maureen will assist as this is a first, but looking forward to this being a great opportunity for all of us! <br />
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*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
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=='''Sarah's Updates'''==<br />
*'''ACCESS Updates & Focus Groups'''<br />
*'''GT DSP Office Updates'''<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
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=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (Johan)'''==<br />
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*AccessGA <br />
**Technical assistance provided to state agencies<br />
***Governor’s and Gwinnett County’s Proclamation (ensure a11y)<br />
*Fee-for-Service <br />
**Shepherd Center<br />
***Web Accessibility Evaluation completed<br />
***Follow-up Technical Assistance<br />
***Six trainings being scheduled on disability awareness and digital accessibility<br />
**UDOIT Tool Evaluation for LMS <br />
*** evaluation underway<br />
**BLH/NLM<br />
***2 of 19 trainings scheduled Nov. 2 and Nov. 10 on topics related to disability awareness <br />
***A11y evaluation of NLM website<br />
***A11y evaluation of Moodle LMS<br />
***Technical assistance<br />
**Request from ASTHO <br />
***Trainings on Disability Awareness and Digital A11y<br />
**JCC Chicago<br />
***SoW pending<br />
***Web a11y evaluation and technical assistance requested<br />
***awaiting testing environment<br />
**ASTHO Disabiltiy Awareness and Digital A11y Request<br />
**UX Initiatives<br />
***Several ongoing projects in the coming weeks/months involving UX<br />
****Aging Well Access<br />
****Dementia Access<br />
****Washington AT Access <br />
****AT Network <br />
****AT3 AT Access<br />
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=='''AAC Programs (DeeDee)'''==<br />
* Display devices have been set up and labeling begun<br />
* AAC materials from DBHDD lab moved upstairs - getting organized<br />
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Display materials planned:<br />
* Device information <br />
* Posters/handouts on elements of AAC and Access (i.e., types of AAC devices, core words, switches, scanning access, etc.)<br />
* Handouts on implementation strategies, product information<br />
* Information on access from Pittsburg AAC Language Seminar - Karen Kangas<br />
* Model as a MASTER PAL for communication partner training<br />
* Considering list of training resources<br />
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Kennesaw University UD Lab<br />
* Initial visit completed 8/24/21<br />
* Classification of apps by educational vs AT completed<br />
* Review of equipment updates completed<br />
* Need to write report<br />
* Training webinars planning begun (Microsoft Accessibility/Chromebook Accessibility)<br />
* need to reach out to Chris regarding status of videos<br />
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AAC Curriculum<br />
* Review of online courses completed<br />
* Analysis of course content begun<br />
* Basic framework of Curriculum begin<br />
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=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# ALL: University System of Georgia (USG) Benefits Open Enrollment will be held from Monday, October 25 – Friday, November 5, 2021. <br />
# ALL: Stay tuned for Your other GT Compliances!<br />
# CP: Archives for Resources<br />
# Gina (CP will help): Making TextHelp Training Virtually available to CIDI & TFL Team.<br />
# Martha: Lab Day! Organizing our TFL Team to focus on the Labs.<br />
# Ciara & DeeDee: Meet to see what DeeDee has for "How To" Guides and what we need.<br />
# Tori: Post the TFL Meeting Wiki Agenda the Week before - so folks can update without overwriting each other.<br />
# ALL: Managing Stress for Positive Change<br />
**https://www.linkedin.com/learning/managing-stress-for-positive-change/welcome?autoAdvance=true&autoSkip=false&autoplay=true&resume=true&u=2163426</div>Rsatterfield8http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_11/2/2021&diff=6139TFL Team Meeting - 11/2/20212021-11-02T12:37:11Z<p>Rsatterfield8: /* TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn) */</p>
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<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
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*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
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=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
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1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
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2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
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3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
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=Agenda=<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# University System of Georgia (USG) Benefits Open Enrollment will be held from Monday, October 25 – Friday, November 5, 2021. <br />
# Stay tuned for Your other GT Compliances!<br />
# Watch Resourcefulness: Being Problem Solvers and Solution Finders<br />
**https://www.linkedin.com/learning/developing-resourcefulness/what-does-it-mean-to-be-resourceful?u=2163426<br />
# TFL Website Planning - Liz<br />
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=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* '''GT|HR'''<br />
** Hire Process: AT Acquisition Manager Position<br />
** Hire Process: Program Support Spec. Sr. Position<br />
*'''Open Enrollment'''<br />
** Oct. 25 - Nov. 10<br />
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*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
* TFL Professional Development:<br />
**'''ACTION ITEM:''' <br />
**Managing Stress for Positive Change<br />
**https://www.linkedin.com/learning/managing-stress-for-positive-change/welcome?autoAdvance=true&autoSkip=false&autoplay=true&resume=true&u=2163426<br />
**In the workplace, stress is often viewed in purely negative terms. It's seen as a response that should simply be minimized or pushed aside; however, it's possible to use stress to fuel positive change. In this course, join instructor Heidi Hanna, PhD as she discusses what stress is, exactly; how you can train yourself to use stress in more effective ways; and what managers can do to reduce employee stress when an organization experiences difficult times. She covers how individuals can use stress for good by assessing and adjusting it, as well as what you-as a manager-can do to create an environment and communication style that helps connect employees to the bigger picture.<br />
**Note: This course was featured in Market Watch, Inc., Fortune, Forbes, and Entrepreneur.<br />
*'''GT Partnerships'''<br />
* AccessCORPS<br />
* ABLE Alliance - Google <br />
*'''Allocations'''<br />
**Make sure these are correct - any October changes by 12 on Thursday. <br />
* '''Projects:'''<br />
* GaDOE FY21 - SOW Submitted <br />
* GVRA FY 22 <br />
* CDC Contract - NCE through Sept. 30, 2022. (Updates, ATOB, UNC Research & Dissemination of Videos)<br />
* HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** AT Team<br />
* AT3 - $50K - (May-August 31)<br />
* Georgia Division of Aging (DAS) - CARES Act - (Nov. 2021 - End Sept. 30, 2022!)<br />
* 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
* Wireless RERC - NCE - 2 Videos<br />
*'''Proposals:'''<br />
** NSF - Transportation & Accessibility (GT Partners)<br />
* '''TFL Strategic Planning - Focused Sessions'''<br />
*Completed:<br />
** TFL Overview - CP<br />
** TFL Policy - CP<br />
** AT Acquisition (Part 1) - CP<br />
**Direct Services - Martha (October 18th - 2-4 PM) - THank you, Martha & to everyone for Participating!<br />
*Upcoming:<br />
** AAC Lab - DeeDee (October 25th 3-4:30 PM)<br />
** AT Considerations - Gina (November)<br />
** Leadership & Training - Liz (October 19th - 2-4 PM)<br />
** TFL Research - Ben (November)<br />
** TFL into CIDI S&E Research - Zerrin (December)<br />
** Wrap Up & Action Items - CP (December & January 2022)<br />
*'''AT Minute!'''<br />
**OrbitNote: Released last week (10/12) OrbitNote is designed to create, transform and experience digital documents. Creating accessible, dynamic work and learning environments. Texthelp’s PDF Reader was always part of Read&Write, it included all the literacy support tools. If you are a Read&Write customer you will still have everything you need to create accessible documents. <br />
** OrbitNote, as it grows and more features are added it will become a stand-alone product with premium features that we know you’ll love - so watch this space!<br />
**https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/orbitnote/feepmdlmhplaojabeoecaobfmibooaid?hl=en-GB<br />
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=='''Complete!! CDC/F Trainings & Activities (Carolyn)'''==<br />
*'''1,683,224 Served!'''<br />
**1,683,224 is the total number of people who received direct, tangible information and assistance via project work that is supportable with project data!<br />
**Way to Go, Team!!<br />
*'''COVID-19 Vaccine Videos'''<br />
*'''ACTION ITEM:'''<br />
** Please, help spread the word regarding our 5 Vaccine videos & 1 ASL Video - Thank you, Raminta, Norah & Liz!!!<br />
*'''ATOB! v16.2'''<br />
**A special issue of Assistive Technology Outcomes and Benefits/Accessible Public Health Materials During a Pandemic: Lessons Learned from COVID-19 (Issue 16 Part 2) will be devoted to this project and the issues it addressed. Submitted manuscripts from our project team and/or about the project:<br />
# "Include Me": Implementing Inclusive and Accessible Communications in Public<br />
# Access for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Individuals in Informational and Educational Remote Sessions<br />
# Technology for a Pandemic: Apps for Safety and Independence<br />
# Minimizing the Complexity of Public Health Documents: Making COVID-19 Documents Accessible to Individuals Who Read Below the Third-Grade Level<br />
# Building an Effective Model to Disseminate Accessible COVID-19 Guidance<br />
# The Importance of Braille during a Pandemic and Beyond<br />
# Creating Accessible Infographics: Describing Scientific Data in Ways Everyone Can Understand<br />
# A Needs Assessment of COVID-19 Guidance for Adults with Developmental Disabilities<br />
# Inclusive Design Thinking for Health Messaging in American Sign Language during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Case Study Brief<br />
# Closing the Information Gap: Making COVID-19 Information Accessible for People with Disabilities<br />
*American Public Health Conference Presentation - CP<br />
*AUCD Presentation - Liz & CP<br />
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=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates'''==<br />
'''Transition'''<br />
# Credit-Able - to FODAC!!<br />
# Physical files will still remain in Danny's office <br />
<br />
'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Credit-Able applications are on hold<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(1) - AT Services During & After the Covid-19 Pandemic<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(2) - Public Health: feature our work on CDC Project<br />
** Guest Editor, Mark Harniss, U. Washington<br />
** Peer Reviews are in process<br />
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'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT)''' <br />
* Submitted Mastery of AT & K-12 Education GTRI Seed Grant<br />
* TECH Report on Mastery of AT is available for review:<br />
** https://smartech.gatech.edu/bitstream/handle/1853/64914/Tech%20Report%20-%20Continuum%20of%20Mastery%20of%20AT.pdf?sequence=2&isAllowed=y<br />
* MoAT presentation this Thursday (Nov 4) at GA EdTech Conference (ATL, GA International Convention Center)<br />
* MoAT presentation accepted at ATIA (Orlando, Jan 27th)<br />
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'''Work ACCESS''' <br />
* Team held an additional focus groups on Mental Health Accommodations and Changes in Retail Settings/Accommodations.<br />
* Presenting a webinar on "Inclusion & Participation in the Workplace" - Nov. 17th<br />
** Speakers: Karen, Sarah & Ben<br />
** Overview of Work ACCESS<br />
** Accommodations / considerations for common spaces & communication<br />
<br />
'''AT Network'''<br />
* Beginning the process of mapping categories of AT from the AbleData database to the ISO 9999 classifications<br />
* Team has been exploring how to leverage evaluations done by TFL to help "seed" database<br />
** Dee Dee & Ben have proposed a template with levels at which eval data might be accessed.<br />
** Also looking for PowerPoint presentations and papers to include in the database.<br />
<br />
'''Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Program (ITEP)''' <br />
*Business Coaching under Joy Harris supervision is completed<br />
*Final event will be scheduled for early November <br />
*Working with the New America Foundation for the annual conference<br />
<br />
'''NSF Project'''<br />
*Experiences of Students with Visual Impairments with Tactile Graphics in STEM Courses: Critical Interpretative Synthesis<br />
*Continuing my meetings with Dr. DeStefano <br />
*I completed SLR training<br />
<br />
'''ACCESS Projects''' <br />
*Have been working with the project team to develop protocols for the focus group<br />
*Will join two sessions as a note taker and one session as a moderator <br />
<br />
'''GVRA'''<br />
*Working with Ben, Martha, and Carolyn <br />
<br />
'''FY21 Seed Grant Program''' <br />
*We will be applying for the Oct cycle<br />
<br />
*'''Zerrin's New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
<br />
*'''Tools for Life'''<br />
<br />
**Data Reminder: Don't forget to enter in your public awareness and I & A data. Include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures - Keep going! Follow up coming soon.<br />
**Webinar archives - Are any of yours missing?<br />
**TFL Website, wiki (discuss process) - Liz, Kayla, Tori, Shaina, Trish (support) <br />
**Training plan - host more virtually - we're doing it!<br />
***ARC Disability 101 - rescheduled for 11/4 at 11:00 AM<br />
<br />
*'''GCDD Accessibility Grant - Universal Design for Learning and Plain Language - Success!<br />
**June to September 2021 - $13,000<br />
**Liz, Norah, Tori (Carolyn and Trish support)<br />
<br />
*'''Credits''' - Training Team <br />
**CEU's - Continuing Education Units approved and distributed by the AAC Institute<br />
**CRC's - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Credits approved and distributed by the Commissioner Rehabilitation Counselor Certification or CRCC <br />
***All applications must be submitted no later than 30 days before the live event. <br />
<br />
*'''CDC/CDC Foundation''' - Carolyn-PI, Liz-Co-PI, Norah - Content Creator and Manager, Trish-Project Support, COVID-19 Accessible Materials for Individuals with Disabilities - COMPLETE!<br />
**Working on archiving the project - Teams and Dropbox<br />
**Microsite maintenance will run through 2022 - Norah lead<br />
**Will still collect monthly analytics - Tori lead <br />
**AUCD Conference presentation - CP and Liz with CDC and CDC Foundation<br />
<br />
*'''ATAP (AT3)''' - AT Reuse Activities, AT Database - Carolyn, Liz, Trish(support)<br />
<br />
*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach''' [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website]. - Carolyn and Liz<br />
<br />
*'''Webinars''' - WORK ACCESS series; Wired Wednesdays<br />
<br />
*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA''' - Outreach & Public Awareness - Carolyn, Raminta, Liz<br />
**1. Making virtual meetings more accessible in emergencies, and <br />
**2. How to minimize the text complexity in messaging<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase''' - Focus groups, trainings, webinars - Tori <br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!''' - The ILRU (Independent Living Research Utilization) program is a national center for information, training, research, and technical assistance in independent living. Learn more at [http://www.ilru.org the ILRU website]<br />
<br />
=='''Tori's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Social Media''' - Send articles, webinars, videos, general information, etc. for posting to Tori<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''Kayla's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Graphic Design Projects''' - Kayla<br />
** TFL Website Re-Design/Drupal Translation **<br />
<br />
*''' Updating Graphic Design File Structure on Dropbox '''*<br />
<br />
*''' Reach out for any future graphic design assistance/projects or questions. '''*<br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend:'''<br />
<br />
=='''Raminta's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Video Projects''' <br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
<br />
K-12 Updates<br />
*Next [https://www.gadoe.org/External-Affairs-and-Policy/State-Board-of-Education/Pages/default.aspx State Board of Education] meeting is scheduled for November 3 & 4<br />
*Continuing current K-12 deliverables <br />
*Texthelp – November 16, 2021, from 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM – Texthelp Master Class @ CIDI (in person) – sent out an update – look for virtual registration for class in upcoming days. <br />
*New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!<br />
**[https://www.ahead.ie/Discover-your-AT AT Hive]<br />
**[https://sifts.ocali.org/index_what.php SIFTS]<br />
**[https://www.communicationcommunity.com/ Communication Community]<br />
<br />
=='''Norah's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Updates'''<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''GVRA Project (Ben)'''==<br />
<br />
Team & Project Plan<br />
* October Report is being compiled and analyzed<br />
* Billing for 1st Quarter of project is in process<br />
** Preparing programmatic data to match invoicing<br />
** Working with Eric T to sync these up<br />
* Ben: ongoing meetings with Matthew Blake/ IT Team - planning for:<br />
** GVRA Portal / Service Portal<br />
** Monthly report automation<br />
** Incorporation of IPSE programs into NEON systems.<br />
<br />
GVRA Updates<br />
* GVRA Transition work groups have met/are meeting to discuss:<br />
** Pilot to develop a model for reporting software usage of GVRA clients in K-12 Districts<br />
** Incorporation of IPSE programs into project. (1st 3: Ga Tech, Ga State, Ga Southern)<br />
* Preparing a pilot study of usage of Equati0 at Post-Secondary Level<br />
** Dalton State (+ others?)<br />
** What is the potential level of usage of Equati0?<br />
* Looking to do a data sharing arrangement/ agreement<br />
** Help populate NEON with required GVRA data<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''==<br />
<br />
*Wired Wednesdays- Carolyn will be our guest speaker for the November Wired Wednesday. Scanning Pens was excellent in October and would love to see how we can update our older c-pen models to the new models.<br />
<br />
*AT Lab- we are continuing to work on this. Thank you to everyone who helped last Wednesday. We are working on the DBHDD lab and a huge thank you to Nate and the team for moving a black storage cabinet upstairs. We are trying to work on a better flow of items within all the labs. New labels have come in. Sanitization can be found in plastic bins in the downstairs lab, 2nd-floor lad, access lab aka Ciara's office, and the AAC lab. Items that no longer work have been marked obsolete and given to surplus. I am so proud of the team for working on this and the ideas coming from it.<br />
<br />
*Working with several individuals on providing resources and information about AT. Receiving calls and emails for evaluations<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
https://www.linkedin.com/learning/balancing-work-and-life/welcome?autoAdvance=true&autoSkip=false&autoplay=true&resume=true&u=2163426<br />
<br />
=='''Ciara's Updates'''==<br />
'''TFL Data:'''<br />
*Device Demo Oct. FY22 - Present All Centers: 0<br />
**Device Demo for FY21: 137<br />
**Device Demo for FY20: 478<br />
**Device Demo for FY19: 1029<br />
*Device Demos Oct. FY22- Present TFL: 0<br />
**Device Demo for FY21: 25<br />
**Device Demo for FY20: 79<br />
**Device Demo for FY19: 185<br />
*Device Loans Oct. FY22 - Present All Centers: 0<br />
**Device Loans for FY21: 189<br />
**Device Loans for FY20: 258<br />
**Device Loans for FY19: 634<br />
*Device Loans Oct. FY22 - Present TFL: 0<br />
**Device Loans for FY21: 76<br />
**Device Loans for FY20: 94<br />
**Device Loans for FY19: 352<br />
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*Device Reutilization Oct. FY22 - 0<br />
**Device Reutilization for FY21: 4678<br />
**Device Reutilization for FY20: 4333<br />
**Device Reutilization for FY19: 7266<br />
<br />
'''TFL AppFinder:'''<br />
* Jamf Update & Timeline for Rollout - Jerel is waiting for OIT to set up his account to receive permissions in order to set service accounts for TFL team<br />
* Highlight 1-3 New Apps in Appfinder - no new apps, but has been updated to include communication apps that we use often<br />
<br />
'''TFL Lab:'''<br />
* "How to Guides" Updates - There is a new folder under the TFL Direct Services channel on Teams where ""Cheat Sheets & How To Guides"" exists. There are different assistive technology categories. DeeDee & I met with Valerie to discuss the accessibility of the cheat sheets, she has offered to give the TFL team a refresher training on PDF & Word Doc accessibility if we are interested.<br />
* New AT for Lab Updates<br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!''' - https://pe.gatech.edu/wlpd/learning GTPE, Workplace Learning & Professional Development offers a wide variety of free courses such as Giving & Receiving Feedback, Conflict Management, Managing Your Performance, etc. <br />
*<br />
<br />
=='''Sal's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Aging Committees Updates'''<br />
**Who<br />
**What<br />
*'''Outreach & Trainings Updates''' <br />
**Upcoming<br />
*'''AT Lab - Organization Updates'''<br />
**New AT<br />
**Ideas<br />
'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''Rachel's Updates'''==<br />
*'''TFL AT Awareness for Dementia & Isolation Update''' <br />
**New AT<br />
*'''Interactive AT Lab''' Reassessing current inventory for AT related to dementia and isolation and revisiting “wish list” of new and innovative AT to add to the AT Lab. Friendly reminder, many of the items are located in my office and you are welcome to check to see what is there and try out the AT as well!<br />
**New AT Updates Hosted demo from ZPod (https://www.zpodsforsleep.com/). Looks like a great solution especially for individuals with Autism, sensory processing, anxiety, mental health. Would love to have one set up in our lab, however, suggested a 3-D model considering space issues.<br />
*'''DAS Contract'''<br />
**Updates Awaiting the extension for the Cares Act project. Hopefully, we will be able to resume in November. We have received a few more referrals and notified them of the pause in the project.<br />
** Policies & Procedures<br />
** ADRC Provided general feedback and concerns to DAS as requested re: their P &P for AT. Yolanda appreciated our input and requested a follow-up meeting. It was a vague message, so unclear as to if it is related to P &P or other projects at this point. Will continue to explore with DAS<br />
*'''AT Makers'''<br />
* Updates• Su Jin Lee OT professor at GSU and formally Research Scientist with CIDI reached out to discuss potential collaborations with her students and 3-D printing. Will follow up to get more information. Status of our 3-D printer?<br />
• Attended GOTA conference held this past weekend. Completely virtual and well-done. Chad Leaman, Cofounder of Makers Making Change was the Keynote speaker. Additionally, a session on 3-D printing and opportunities here in ATL with Shephard Center. <br />
• Chatt tech OTA class presentation last week. ~ 15 students participated with Sal, Martha, and me presenting.<br />
• Other notables: The Capable Program (teaming OT, Nursing and Handyperson) connecting indiv with disabilities to find AT solutions/ home modifications. Interestingly enough, Yolanda with DAS reached out to Brenau OT program looking at program. Provided initial findings/research that Bryan Clever (FODAC) and I discovered when we were looking into the program. Many challenges to consider include having the bandwidth<br />
In early stages of planning for an OT Capstone student from University of Florida to begin August of 2022. Maureen will assist as this is a first, but looking forward to this being a great opportunity for all of us! <br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''Sarah's Updates'''==<br />
*'''ACCESS Updates & Focus Groups'''<br />
*'''GT DSP Office Updates'''<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (Johan)'''==<br />
<br />
*AccessGA <br />
**Technical assistance provided to state agencies<br />
***Governor’s and Gwinnett County’s Proclamation (ensure a11y)<br />
*Fee-for-Service <br />
**Shepherd Center<br />
***Web Accessibility Evaluation completed<br />
***Follow-up Technical Assistance<br />
***Six trainings being scheduled on disability awareness and digital accessibility<br />
**UDOIT Tool Evaluation for LMS <br />
*** evaluation underway<br />
**BLH/NLM<br />
***2 of 19 trainings scheduled Nov. 2 and Nov. 10 on topics related to disability awareness <br />
***A11y evaluation of NLM website<br />
***A11y evaluation of Moodle LMS<br />
***Technical assistance<br />
**Request from ASTHO <br />
***Trainings on Disability Awareness and Digital A11y<br />
**JCC Chicago<br />
***SoW pending<br />
***Web a11y evaluation and technical assistance requested<br />
***awaiting testing environment<br />
**ASTHO Disabiltiy Awareness and Digital A11y Request<br />
**UX Initiatives<br />
***Several ongoing projects in the coming weeks/months involving UX<br />
****Aging Well Access<br />
****Dementia Access<br />
****Washington AT Access <br />
****AT Network <br />
****AT3 AT Access<br />
<br />
=='''AAC Programs (DeeDee)'''==<br />
* Display devices have been set up and labeling begun<br />
* AAC materials from DBHDD lab moved upstairs - getting organized<br />
<br />
Display materials planned:<br />
* Device information <br />
* Posters/handouts on elements of AAC and Access (i.e., types of AAC devices, core words, switches, scanning access, etc.)<br />
* Handouts on implementation strategies, product information<br />
* Information on access from Pittsburg AAC Language Seminar - Karen Kangas<br />
* Model as a MASTER PAL for communication partner training<br />
* Considering list of training resources<br />
<br />
Kennesaw University UD Lab<br />
* Initial visit completed 8/24/21<br />
* Classification of apps by educational vs AT completed<br />
* Review of equipment updates completed<br />
* Need to write report<br />
* Training webinars planning begun (Microsoft Accessibility/Chromebook Accessibility)<br />
* need to reach out to Chris regarding status of videos<br />
<br />
AAC Curriculum<br />
* Review of online courses completed<br />
* Analysis of course content begun<br />
* Basic framework of Curriculum begin<br />
<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# ALL: University System of Georgia (USG) Benefits Open Enrollment will be held from Monday, October 25 – Friday, November 5, 2021. <br />
# ALL: Stay tuned for Your other GT Compliances!<br />
# CP: Archives for Resources<br />
# Gina (CP will help): Making TextHelp Training Virtually available to CIDI & TFL Team.<br />
# Martha: Lab Day! Organizing our TFL Team to focus on the Labs.<br />
# Ciara & DeeDee: Meet to see what DeeDee has for "How To" Guides and what we need.<br />
# Tori: Post the TFL Meeting Wiki Agenda the Week before - so folks can update without overwriting each other.<br />
# ALL: Managing Stress for Positive Change<br />
**https://www.linkedin.com/learning/managing-stress-for-positive-change/welcome?autoAdvance=true&autoSkip=false&autoplay=true&resume=true&u=2163426</div>Rsatterfield8http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_11/2/2021&diff=6138TFL Team Meeting - 11/2/20212021-11-02T12:20:17Z<p>Rsatterfield8: /* GVRA Project (Ben) */</p>
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<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
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*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
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=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
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1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
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2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
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3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
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=Agenda=<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# University System of Georgia (USG) Benefits Open Enrollment will be held from Monday, October 25 – Friday, November 5, 2021. <br />
# Stay tuned for Your other GT Compliances!<br />
# Watch Resourcefulness: Being Problem Solvers and Solution Finders<br />
**https://www.linkedin.com/learning/developing-resourcefulness/what-does-it-mean-to-be-resourceful?u=2163426<br />
# TFL Website Planning - Liz<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* '''GT|HR'''<br />
** Hire Process: AT Acquisition Manager Position<br />
** Hire Process: Program Support Spec. Sr. Position<br />
*'''Open Enrollment'''<br />
** Oct. 25 - Nov. 10<br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
* TFL Professional Development:<br />
**'''ACTION ITEM:''' <br />
**Managing Stress for Positive Change<br />
**https://www.linkedin.com/learning/managing-stress-for-positive-change/welcome?autoAdvance=true&autoSkip=false&autoplay=true&resume=true&u=2163426<br />
**In the workplace, stress is often viewed in purely negative terms. It's seen as a response that should simply be minimized or pushed aside; however, it's possible to use stress to fuel positive change. In this course, join instructor Heidi Hanna, PhD as she discusses what stress is, exactly; how you can train yourself to use stress in more effective ways; and what managers can do to reduce employee stress when an organization experiences difficult times. She covers how individuals can use stress for good by assessing and adjusting it, as well as what you-as a manager-can do to create an environment and communication style that helps connect employees to the bigger picture.<br />
**Note: This course was featured in Market Watch, Inc., Fortune, Forbes, and Entrepreneur.<br />
*'''GT Partnerships'''<br />
* AccessCORPS<br />
* ABLE Alliance - Google <br />
*'''Allocations'''<br />
**Make sure these are correct - any October changes by 12 on Thursday. <br />
* '''Projects:'''<br />
* GaDOE FY21 - SOW Submitted <br />
* GVRA FY 22 <br />
* CDC Contract - NCE through Sept. 30, 2022. (Updates, ATOB, UNC Research & Dissemination of Videos)<br />
* HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** AT Team<br />
* AT3 - $50K - (May-August 31)<br />
* Georgia Division of Aging (DAS) - CARES Act - (Nov. 2021 - End Sept. 30, 2022!)<br />
* 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
* Wireless RERC - NCE - 2 Videos<br />
*'''Proposals:'''<br />
** NSF - Transportation & Accessibility (GT Partners)<br />
* '''TFL Strategic Planning - Focused Sessions'''<br />
*Completed:<br />
** TFL Overview - CP<br />
** TFL Policy - CP<br />
** AT Acquisition (Part 1) - CP<br />
**Direct Services - Martha (October 18th - 2-4 PM) - THank you, Martha & to everyone for Participating!<br />
*Upcoming:<br />
** AAC Lab - DeeDee (October 25th 3-4:30 PM)<br />
** AT Considerations - Gina (November)<br />
** Leadership & Training - Liz (October 19th - 2-4 PM)<br />
** TFL Research - Ben (November)<br />
** TFL into CIDI S&E Research - Zerrin (December)<br />
** Wrap Up & Action Items - CP (December & January 2022)<br />
*'''AT Minute!'''<br />
**OrbitNote: Released last week (10/12) OrbitNote is designed to create, transform and experience digital documents. Creating accessible, dynamic work and learning environments. Texthelp’s PDF Reader was always part of Read&Write, it included all the literacy support tools. If you are a Read&Write customer you will still have everything you need to create accessible documents. <br />
** OrbitNote, as it grows and more features are added it will become a stand-alone product with premium features that we know you’ll love - so watch this space!<br />
**https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/orbitnote/feepmdlmhplaojabeoecaobfmibooaid?hl=en-GB<br />
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=='''Complete!! CDC/F Trainings & Activities (Carolyn)'''==<br />
*'''1,683,224 Served!'''<br />
**1,683,224 is the total number of people who received direct, tangible information and assistance via project work that is supportable with project data!<br />
**Way to Go, Team!!<br />
*'''COVID-19 Vaccine Videos'''<br />
*'''ACTION ITEM:'''<br />
** Please, help spread the word regarding our 5 Vaccine videos & 1 ASL Video - Thank you, Raminta, Norah & Liz!!!<br />
*'''ATOB! v16.2'''<br />
**A special issue of Assistive Technology Outcomes and Benefits/Accessible Public Health Materials During a Pandemic: Lessons Learned from COVID-19 (Issue 16 Part 2) will be devoted to this project and the issues it addressed. Submitted manuscripts from our project team and/or about the project:<br />
# "Include Me": Implementing Inclusive and Accessible Communications in Public<br />
# Access for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Individuals in Informational and Educational Remote Sessions<br />
# Technology for a Pandemic: Apps for Safety and Independence<br />
# Minimizing the Complexity of Public Health Documents: Making COVID-19 Documents Accessible to Individuals Who Read Below the Third-Grade Level<br />
# Building an Effective Model to Disseminate Accessible COVID-19 Guidance<br />
# The Importance of Braille during a Pandemic and Beyond<br />
# Creating Accessible Infographics: Describing Scientific Data in Ways Everyone Can Understand<br />
# A Needs Assessment of COVID-19 Guidance for Adults with Developmental Disabilities<br />
# Inclusive Design Thinking for Health Messaging in American Sign Language during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Case Study Brief<br />
# Closing the Information Gap: Making COVID-19 Information Accessible for People with Disabilities<br />
*American Public Health Conference Presentation - CP<br />
*AUCD Presentation - Liz & CP<br />
<br />
=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates'''==<br />
'''Transition'''<br />
# Credit-Able - to FODAC!!<br />
# Physical files will still remain in Danny's office <br />
<br />
'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Credit-Able applications are on hold<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(1) - AT Services During & After the Covid-19 Pandemic<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(2) - Public Health: feature our work on CDC Project<br />
** Guest Editor, Mark Harniss, U. Washington<br />
** Peer Reviews are in process<br />
<br />
'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT)''' <br />
* Submitted Mastery of AT & K-12 Education GTRI Seed Grant<br />
* TECH Report on Mastery of AT is available for review:<br />
** https://smartech.gatech.edu/bitstream/handle/1853/64914/Tech%20Report%20-%20Continuum%20of%20Mastery%20of%20AT.pdf?sequence=2&isAllowed=y<br />
* MoAT presentation accepted at GA EdTech Conference (ATL, Nov 4th)<br />
* MoAT presentation accepted at ATIA (Orlando, Jan 27th)<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS''' <br />
* Team is holding an additional focus group on Mental Health Accommodations - Oct 25th<br />
* Developing a focus group plan to discuss changes in retail settings since COVID-19 - Nov. 1st<br />
* Preparing a webinar on "Inclusion & Participation in the Workplace" - Nov. 17th<br />
** Speakers: Karen, Sarah & Ben<br />
** Overview of Work ACCESS<br />
** Accommodations / considerations for common spaces & communication<br />
<br />
'''AT Network'''<br />
* Beginning the process of mapping categories of AT from the AbleData database to the ISO 9999 classifications<br />
* Team has been exploring how to leverage evaluations done by TFL to help "seed" database<br />
** Dee Dee & Ben have proposed a template with levels at which eval data might be accessed.<br />
** Also looking for PowerPoint presentations and papers to include in the database.<br />
<br />
'''Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Program (ITEP)''' <br />
*Business Coaching under Joy Harris supervision is completed<br />
*Final event will be scheduled for early November <br />
*Working with the New America Foundation for the annual conference<br />
<br />
'''NSF Project'''<br />
*Experiences of Students with Visual Impairments with Tactile Graphics in STEM Courses: Critical Interpretative Synthesis<br />
*Continuing my meetings with Dr. DeStefano <br />
*I completed SLR training<br />
<br />
'''ACCESS Projects''' <br />
*Have been working with the project team to develop protocols for the focus group<br />
*Will join two sessions as a note taker and one session as a moderator <br />
<br />
'''GVRA'''<br />
*Working with Ben, Martha, and Carolyn <br />
<br />
'''FY21 Seed Grant Program''' <br />
*We will be applying for the Oct cycle<br />
<br />
*'''Zerrin's New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
<br />
*'''Tools for Life'''<br />
<br />
**Data Reminder: Don't forget to enter in your public awareness and I & A data. Include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures - Keep going! Follow up coming soon.<br />
**Webinar archives - Are any of yours missing?<br />
**TFL Website, wiki (discuss process) - Liz, Kayla, Tori, Shaina, Trish (support) <br />
**Training plan - host more virtually - we're doing it!<br />
***ARC Disability 101 - rescheduled for 11/4 at 11:00 AM<br />
<br />
*'''GCDD Accessibility Grant - Universal Design for Learning and Plain Language - Success!<br />
**June to September 2021 - $13,000<br />
**Liz, Norah, Tori (Carolyn and Trish support)<br />
<br />
*'''Credits''' - Training Team <br />
**CEU's - Continuing Education Units approved and distributed by the AAC Institute<br />
**CRC's - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Credits approved and distributed by the Commissioner Rehabilitation Counselor Certification or CRCC <br />
***All applications must be submitted no later than 30 days before the live event. <br />
<br />
*'''CDC/CDC Foundation''' - Carolyn-PI, Liz-Co-PI, Norah - Content Creator and Manager, Trish-Project Support, COVID-19 Accessible Materials for Individuals with Disabilities - COMPLETE!<br />
**Working on archiving the project - Teams and Dropbox<br />
**Microsite maintenance will run through 2022 - Norah lead<br />
**Will still collect monthly analytics - Tori lead <br />
**AUCD Conference presentation - CP and Liz with CDC and CDC Foundation<br />
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*'''ATAP (AT3)''' - AT Reuse Activities, AT Database - Carolyn, Liz, Trish(support)<br />
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*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach''' [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website]. - Carolyn and Liz<br />
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*'''Webinars''' - WORK ACCESS series; Wired Wednesdays<br />
<br />
*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA''' - Outreach & Public Awareness - Carolyn, Raminta, Liz<br />
**1. Making virtual meetings more accessible in emergencies, and <br />
**2. How to minimize the text complexity in messaging<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase''' - Focus groups, trainings, webinars - Tori <br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!''' - The ILRU (Independent Living Research Utilization) program is a national center for information, training, research, and technical assistance in independent living. Learn more at [http://www.ilru.org the ILRU website]<br />
<br />
=='''Tori's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Social Media''' - Send articles, webinars, videos, general information, etc. for posting to Tori<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''Kayla's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Graphic Design Projects''' - Kayla<br />
** TFL Website Re-Design/Drupal Translation **<br />
<br />
*''' Updating Graphic Design File Structure on Dropbox '''*<br />
<br />
*''' Reach out for any future graphic design assistance/projects or questions. '''*<br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend:'''<br />
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=='''Raminta's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Video Projects''' <br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
<br />
K-12 Updates<br />
*Next [https://www.gadoe.org/External-Affairs-and-Policy/State-Board-of-Education/Pages/default.aspx State Board of Education] meeting is scheduled for November 3 & 4<br />
*Continuing current K-12 deliverables <br />
*Texthelp – November 16, 2021, from 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM – Texthelp Master Class @ CIDI (in person) – sent out an update – look for virtual registration for class in upcoming days. <br />
*New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!<br />
**[https://www.ahead.ie/Discover-your-AT AT Hive]<br />
**[https://sifts.ocali.org/index_what.php SIFTS]<br />
**[https://www.communicationcommunity.com/ Communication Community]<br />
<br />
=='''Norah's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Updates'''<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''GVRA Project (Ben)'''==<br />
<br />
Team & Project Plan<br />
* October Report is being compiled and analyzed<br />
* Billing for 1st Quarter of project is in process<br />
** Preparing programmatic data to match invoicing<br />
** Working with Eric T to sync these up<br />
* Ben: ongoing meetings with Matthew Blake/ IT Team - planning for:<br />
** GVRA Portal / Service Portal<br />
** Monthly report automation<br />
** Incorporation of IPSE programs into NEON systems.<br />
<br />
GVRA Updates<br />
* GVRA Transition work groups have met/are meeting to discuss:<br />
** Pilot to develop a model for reporting software usage of GVRA clients in K-12 Districts<br />
** Incorporation of IPSE programs into project. (1st 3: Ga Tech, Ga State, Ga Southern)<br />
* Preparing a pilot study of usage of Equati0 at Post-Secondary Level<br />
** Dalton State (+ others?)<br />
** What is the potential level of usage of Equati0?<br />
* Looking to do a data sharing arrangement/ agreement<br />
** Help populate NEON with required GVRA data<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''==<br />
<br />
*Wired Wednesdays- Carolyn will be our guest speaker for the November Wired Wednesday. Scanning Pens was excellent in October and would love to see how we can update our older c-pen models to the new models.<br />
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*AT Lab- we are continuing to work on this. Thank you to everyone who helped last Wednesday. We are working on the DBHDD lab and a huge thank you to Nate and the team for moving a black storage cabinet upstairs. We are trying to work on a better flow of items within all the labs. New labels have come in. Sanitization can be found in plastic bins in the downstairs lab, 2nd-floor lad, access lab aka Ciara's office, and the AAC lab. Items that no longer work have been marked obsolete and given to surplus. I am so proud of the team for working on this and the ideas coming from it.<br />
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*Working with several individuals on providing resources and information about AT. Receiving calls and emails for evaluations<br />
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<br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
https://www.linkedin.com/learning/balancing-work-and-life/welcome?autoAdvance=true&autoSkip=false&autoplay=true&resume=true&u=2163426<br />
<br />
=='''Ciara's Updates'''==<br />
'''TFL Data:'''<br />
*Device Demo Oct. FY22 - Present All Centers: 0<br />
**Device Demo for FY21: 137<br />
**Device Demo for FY20: 478<br />
**Device Demo for FY19: 1029<br />
*Device Demos Oct. FY22- Present TFL: 0<br />
**Device Demo for FY21: 25<br />
**Device Demo for FY20: 79<br />
**Device Demo for FY19: 185<br />
*Device Loans Oct. FY22 - Present All Centers: 0<br />
**Device Loans for FY21: 189<br />
**Device Loans for FY20: 258<br />
**Device Loans for FY19: 634<br />
*Device Loans Oct. FY22 - Present TFL: 0<br />
**Device Loans for FY21: 76<br />
**Device Loans for FY20: 94<br />
**Device Loans for FY19: 352<br />
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*Device Reutilization Oct. FY22 - 0<br />
**Device Reutilization for FY21: 4678<br />
**Device Reutilization for FY20: 4333<br />
**Device Reutilization for FY19: 7266<br />
<br />
'''TFL AppFinder:'''<br />
* Jamf Update & Timeline for Rollout - Jerel is waiting for OIT to set up his account to receive permissions in order to set service accounts for TFL team<br />
* Highlight 1-3 New Apps in Appfinder - no new apps, but has been updated to include communication apps that we use often<br />
<br />
'''TFL Lab:'''<br />
* "How to Guides" Updates - There is a new folder under the TFL Direct Services channel on Teams where ""Cheat Sheets & How To Guides"" exists. There are different assistive technology categories. DeeDee & I met with Valerie to discuss the accessibility of the cheat sheets, she has offered to give the TFL team a refresher training on PDF & Word Doc accessibility if we are interested.<br />
* New AT for Lab Updates<br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!''' - https://pe.gatech.edu/wlpd/learning GTPE, Workplace Learning & Professional Development offers a wide variety of free courses such as Giving & Receiving Feedback, Conflict Management, Managing Your Performance, etc. <br />
*<br />
<br />
=='''Sal's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Aging Committees Updates'''<br />
**Who<br />
**What<br />
*'''Outreach & Trainings Updates''' <br />
**Upcoming<br />
*'''AT Lab - Organization Updates'''<br />
**New AT<br />
**Ideas<br />
'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''Rachel's Updates'''==<br />
*'''TFL AT Awareness for Dementia & Isolation Update''' <br />
**New AT<br />
*'''Interactive AT Lab''' Reassessing current inventory for AT related to dementia and isolation and revisiting “wish list” of new and innovative AT to add to the AT Lab. Friendly reminder, many of the items are located in my office and you are welcome to check to see what is there and try out the AT as well!<br />
**New AT Updates Hosted demo from ZPod (https://www.zpodsforsleep.com/). Looks like a great solution especially for individuals with Autism, sensory processing, anxiety, mental health. Would love to have one set up in our lab, however, suggested a 3-D model considering space issues.<br />
*'''DAS Contract'''<br />
**Updates Awaiting the extension for the Cares Act project. Hopefully, we will be able to resume in November. We have received a few more referrals and notified them of the pause in the project.<br />
** Policies & Procedures<br />
** ADRC Provided general feedback and concerns to DAS as requested re: their P &P for AT. Yolanda appreciated our input and requested a follow-up meeting. It was a vague message, so unclear as to if it is related to P &P or other projects at this point. Will continue to explore with DAS<br />
*'''AT Makers'''<br />
* Updates• Su Jin Lee OT professor at GSU and formally Research Scientist with CIDI reached out to discuss potential collaborations with her students and 3-D printing. Will follow up to get more information. Status of our 3-D printer?<br />
• Attended GOTA conference held this past weekend. Completely virtual and well-done. Chad Leaman, Cofounder of Makers Making Change was the Keynote speaker. Additionally, a session on 3-D printing and opportunities here in ATL with Shephard Center. <br />
• Chatt tech OTA class presentation last week. ~ 15 students participated with Sal, Martha, and me presenting.<br />
• Other notables: The Capable Program (teaming OT, Nursing and Handyperson) connecting indiv with disabilities to find AT solutions/ home modifications. Interestingly enough, Yolanda with DAS reached out to Brenau OT program looking at program. Provided initial findings/research that Bryan Clever (FODAC) and I discovered when we were looking into the program. Many challenges to consider include having the bandwidth<br />
In early stages of planning for an OT Capstone student from University of Florida to begin August of 2022. Maureen will assist as this is a first, but looking forward to this being a great opportunity for all of us! <br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
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=='''Sarah's Updates'''==<br />
*'''ACCESS Updates & Focus Groups'''<br />
*'''GT DSP Office Updates'''<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (Johan)'''==<br />
<br />
*AccessGA <br />
**Technical assistance provided to state agencies<br />
***Governor’s and Gwinnett County’s Proclamation (ensure a11y)<br />
*Fee-for-Service <br />
**Shepherd Center<br />
***Web Accessibility Evaluation completed<br />
***Follow-up Technical Assistance<br />
***Six trainings being scheduled on disability awareness and digital accessibility<br />
**UDOIT Tool Evaluation for LMS <br />
*** evaluation underway<br />
**BLH/NLM<br />
***2 of 19 trainings scheduled Nov. 2 and Nov. 10 on topics related to disability awareness <br />
***A11y evaluation of NLM website<br />
***A11y evaluation of Moodle LMS<br />
***Technical assistance<br />
**Request from ASTHO <br />
***Trainings on Disability Awareness and Digital A11y<br />
**JCC Chicago<br />
***SoW pending<br />
***Web a11y evaluation and technical assistance requested<br />
***awaiting testing environment<br />
**ASTHO Disabiltiy Awareness and Digital A11y Request<br />
**UX Initiatives<br />
***Several ongoing projects in the coming weeks/months involving UX<br />
****Aging Well Access<br />
****Dementia Access<br />
****Washington AT Access <br />
****AT Network <br />
****AT3 AT Access<br />
<br />
=='''AAC Programs (DeeDee)'''==<br />
* Display devices have been set up and labeling begun<br />
* AAC materials from DBHDD lab moved upstairs - getting organized<br />
<br />
Display materials planned:<br />
* Device information <br />
* Posters/handouts on elements of AAC and Access (i.e., types of AAC devices, core words, switches, scanning access, etc.)<br />
* Handouts on implementation strategies, product information<br />
* Information on access from Pittsburg AAC Language Seminar - Karen Kangas<br />
* Model as a MASTER PAL for communication partner training<br />
* Considering list of training resources<br />
<br />
Kennesaw University UD Lab<br />
* Initial visit completed 8/24/21<br />
* Classification of apps by educational vs AT completed<br />
* Review of equipment updates completed<br />
* Need to write report<br />
* Training webinars planning begun (Microsoft Accessibility/Chromebook Accessibility)<br />
* need to reach out to Chris regarding status of videos<br />
<br />
AAC Curriculum<br />
* Review of online courses completed<br />
* Analysis of course content begun<br />
* Basic framework of Curriculum begin<br />
<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# ALL: University System of Georgia (USG) Benefits Open Enrollment will be held from Monday, October 25 – Friday, November 5, 2021. <br />
# ALL: Stay tuned for Your other GT Compliances!<br />
# CP: Archives for Resources<br />
# Gina (CP will help): Making TextHelp Training Virtually available to CIDI & TFL Team.<br />
# Martha: Lab Day! Organizing our TFL Team to focus on the Labs.<br />
# Ciara & DeeDee: Meet to see what DeeDee has for "How To" Guides and what we need.<br />
# Tori: Post the TFL Meeting Wiki Agenda the Week before - so folks can update without overwriting each other.<br />
# ALL: Managing Stress for Positive Change<br />
**https://www.linkedin.com/learning/managing-stress-for-positive-change/welcome?autoAdvance=true&autoSkip=false&autoplay=true&resume=true&u=2163426</div>Rsatterfield8http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_11/2/2021&diff=6137TFL Team Meeting - 11/2/20212021-11-02T12:17:34Z<p>Rsatterfield8: /* GVRA Project (Ben) */</p>
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<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
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*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
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=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
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1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
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2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
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3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
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=Agenda=<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# University System of Georgia (USG) Benefits Open Enrollment will be held from Monday, October 25 – Friday, November 5, 2021. <br />
# Stay tuned for Your other GT Compliances!<br />
# Watch Resourcefulness: Being Problem Solvers and Solution Finders<br />
**https://www.linkedin.com/learning/developing-resourcefulness/what-does-it-mean-to-be-resourceful?u=2163426<br />
# TFL Website Planning - Liz<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* '''GT|HR'''<br />
** Hire Process: AT Acquisition Manager Position<br />
** Hire Process: Program Support Spec. Sr. Position<br />
*'''Open Enrollment'''<br />
** Oct. 25 - Nov. 10<br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
* TFL Professional Development:<br />
**'''ACTION ITEM:''' <br />
**Managing Stress for Positive Change<br />
**https://www.linkedin.com/learning/managing-stress-for-positive-change/welcome?autoAdvance=true&autoSkip=false&autoplay=true&resume=true&u=2163426<br />
**In the workplace, stress is often viewed in purely negative terms. It's seen as a response that should simply be minimized or pushed aside; however, it's possible to use stress to fuel positive change. In this course, join instructor Heidi Hanna, PhD as she discusses what stress is, exactly; how you can train yourself to use stress in more effective ways; and what managers can do to reduce employee stress when an organization experiences difficult times. She covers how individuals can use stress for good by assessing and adjusting it, as well as what you-as a manager-can do to create an environment and communication style that helps connect employees to the bigger picture.<br />
**Note: This course was featured in Market Watch, Inc., Fortune, Forbes, and Entrepreneur.<br />
*'''GT Partnerships'''<br />
* AccessCORPS<br />
* ABLE Alliance - Google <br />
*'''Allocations'''<br />
**Make sure these are correct - any October changes by 12 on Thursday. <br />
* '''Projects:'''<br />
* GaDOE FY21 - SOW Submitted <br />
* GVRA FY 22 <br />
* CDC Contract - NCE through Sept. 30, 2022. (Updates, ATOB, UNC Research & Dissemination of Videos)<br />
* HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** AT Team<br />
* AT3 - $50K - (May-August 31)<br />
* Georgia Division of Aging (DAS) - CARES Act - (Nov. 2021 - End Sept. 30, 2022!)<br />
* 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
* Wireless RERC - NCE - 2 Videos<br />
*'''Proposals:'''<br />
** NSF - Transportation & Accessibility (GT Partners)<br />
* '''TFL Strategic Planning - Focused Sessions'''<br />
*Completed:<br />
** TFL Overview - CP<br />
** TFL Policy - CP<br />
** AT Acquisition (Part 1) - CP<br />
**Direct Services - Martha (October 18th - 2-4 PM) - THank you, Martha & to everyone for Participating!<br />
*Upcoming:<br />
** AAC Lab - DeeDee (October 25th 3-4:30 PM)<br />
** AT Considerations - Gina (November)<br />
** Leadership & Training - Liz (October 19th - 2-4 PM)<br />
** TFL Research - Ben (November)<br />
** TFL into CIDI S&E Research - Zerrin (December)<br />
** Wrap Up & Action Items - CP (December & January 2022)<br />
*'''AT Minute!'''<br />
**OrbitNote: Released last week (10/12) OrbitNote is designed to create, transform and experience digital documents. Creating accessible, dynamic work and learning environments. Texthelp’s PDF Reader was always part of Read&Write, it included all the literacy support tools. If you are a Read&Write customer you will still have everything you need to create accessible documents. <br />
** OrbitNote, as it grows and more features are added it will become a stand-alone product with premium features that we know you’ll love - so watch this space!<br />
**https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/orbitnote/feepmdlmhplaojabeoecaobfmibooaid?hl=en-GB<br />
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=='''Complete!! CDC/F Trainings & Activities (Carolyn)'''==<br />
*'''1,683,224 Served!'''<br />
**1,683,224 is the total number of people who received direct, tangible information and assistance via project work that is supportable with project data!<br />
**Way to Go, Team!!<br />
*'''COVID-19 Vaccine Videos'''<br />
*'''ACTION ITEM:'''<br />
** Please, help spread the word regarding our 5 Vaccine videos & 1 ASL Video - Thank you, Raminta, Norah & Liz!!!<br />
*'''ATOB! v16.2'''<br />
**A special issue of Assistive Technology Outcomes and Benefits/Accessible Public Health Materials During a Pandemic: Lessons Learned from COVID-19 (Issue 16 Part 2) will be devoted to this project and the issues it addressed. Submitted manuscripts from our project team and/or about the project:<br />
# "Include Me": Implementing Inclusive and Accessible Communications in Public<br />
# Access for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Individuals in Informational and Educational Remote Sessions<br />
# Technology for a Pandemic: Apps for Safety and Independence<br />
# Minimizing the Complexity of Public Health Documents: Making COVID-19 Documents Accessible to Individuals Who Read Below the Third-Grade Level<br />
# Building an Effective Model to Disseminate Accessible COVID-19 Guidance<br />
# The Importance of Braille during a Pandemic and Beyond<br />
# Creating Accessible Infographics: Describing Scientific Data in Ways Everyone Can Understand<br />
# A Needs Assessment of COVID-19 Guidance for Adults with Developmental Disabilities<br />
# Inclusive Design Thinking for Health Messaging in American Sign Language during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Case Study Brief<br />
# Closing the Information Gap: Making COVID-19 Information Accessible for People with Disabilities<br />
*American Public Health Conference Presentation - CP<br />
*AUCD Presentation - Liz & CP<br />
<br />
=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates'''==<br />
'''Transition'''<br />
# Credit-Able - to FODAC!!<br />
# Physical files will still remain in Danny's office <br />
<br />
'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Credit-Able applications are on hold<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(1) - AT Services During & After the Covid-19 Pandemic<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(2) - Public Health: feature our work on CDC Project<br />
** Guest Editor, Mark Harniss, U. Washington<br />
** Peer Reviews are in process<br />
<br />
'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT)''' <br />
* Submitted Mastery of AT & K-12 Education GTRI Seed Grant<br />
* TECH Report on Mastery of AT is available for review:<br />
** https://smartech.gatech.edu/bitstream/handle/1853/64914/Tech%20Report%20-%20Continuum%20of%20Mastery%20of%20AT.pdf?sequence=2&isAllowed=y<br />
* MoAT presentation accepted at GA EdTech Conference (ATL, Nov 4th)<br />
* MoAT presentation accepted at ATIA (Orlando, Jan 27th)<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS''' <br />
* Team is holding an additional focus group on Mental Health Accommodations - Oct 25th<br />
* Developing a focus group plan to discuss changes in retail settings since COVID-19 - Nov. 1st<br />
* Preparing a webinar on "Inclusion & Participation in the Workplace" - Nov. 17th<br />
** Speakers: Karen, Sarah & Ben<br />
** Overview of Work ACCESS<br />
** Accommodations / considerations for common spaces & communication<br />
<br />
'''AT Network'''<br />
* Beginning the process of mapping categories of AT from the AbleData database to the ISO 9999 classifications<br />
* Team has been exploring how to leverage evaluations done by TFL to help "seed" database<br />
** Dee Dee & Ben have proposed a template with levels at which eval data might be accessed.<br />
** Also looking for PowerPoint presentations and papers to include in the database.<br />
<br />
'''Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Program (ITEP)''' <br />
*Business Coaching under Joy Harris supervision is completed<br />
*Final event will be scheduled for early November <br />
*Working with the New America Foundation for the annual conference<br />
<br />
'''NSF Project'''<br />
*Experiences of Students with Visual Impairments with Tactile Graphics in STEM Courses: Critical Interpretative Synthesis<br />
*Continuing my meetings with Dr. DeStefano <br />
*I completed SLR training<br />
<br />
'''ACCESS Projects''' <br />
*Have been working with the project team to develop protocols for the focus group<br />
*Will join two sessions as a note taker and one session as a moderator <br />
<br />
'''GVRA'''<br />
*Working with Ben, Martha, and Carolyn <br />
<br />
'''FY21 Seed Grant Program''' <br />
*We will be applying for the Oct cycle<br />
<br />
*'''Zerrin's New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
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*'''Tools for Life'''<br />
<br />
**Data Reminder: Don't forget to enter in your public awareness and I & A data. Include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures - Keep going! Follow up coming soon.<br />
**Webinar archives - Are any of yours missing?<br />
**TFL Website, wiki (discuss process) - Liz, Kayla, Tori, Shaina, Trish (support) <br />
**Training plan - host more virtually - we're doing it!<br />
***ARC Disability 101 - rescheduled for 11/4 at 11:00 AM<br />
<br />
*'''GCDD Accessibility Grant - Universal Design for Learning and Plain Language - Success!<br />
**June to September 2021 - $13,000<br />
**Liz, Norah, Tori (Carolyn and Trish support)<br />
<br />
*'''Credits''' - Training Team <br />
**CEU's - Continuing Education Units approved and distributed by the AAC Institute<br />
**CRC's - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Credits approved and distributed by the Commissioner Rehabilitation Counselor Certification or CRCC <br />
***All applications must be submitted no later than 30 days before the live event. <br />
<br />
*'''CDC/CDC Foundation''' - Carolyn-PI, Liz-Co-PI, Norah - Content Creator and Manager, Trish-Project Support, COVID-19 Accessible Materials for Individuals with Disabilities - COMPLETE!<br />
**Working on archiving the project - Teams and Dropbox<br />
**Microsite maintenance will run through 2022 - Norah lead<br />
**Will still collect monthly analytics - Tori lead <br />
**AUCD Conference presentation - CP and Liz with CDC and CDC Foundation<br />
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*'''ATAP (AT3)''' - AT Reuse Activities, AT Database - Carolyn, Liz, Trish(support)<br />
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*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach''' [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website]. - Carolyn and Liz<br />
<br />
*'''Webinars''' - WORK ACCESS series; Wired Wednesdays<br />
<br />
*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA''' - Outreach & Public Awareness - Carolyn, Raminta, Liz<br />
**1. Making virtual meetings more accessible in emergencies, and <br />
**2. How to minimize the text complexity in messaging<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase''' - Focus groups, trainings, webinars - Tori <br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!''' - The ILRU (Independent Living Research Utilization) program is a national center for information, training, research, and technical assistance in independent living. Learn more at [http://www.ilru.org the ILRU website]<br />
<br />
=='''Tori's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Social Media''' - Send articles, webinars, videos, general information, etc. for posting to Tori<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''Kayla's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Graphic Design Projects''' - Kayla<br />
** TFL Website Re-Design/Drupal Translation **<br />
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*''' Updating Graphic Design File Structure on Dropbox '''*<br />
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*''' Reach out for any future graphic design assistance/projects or questions. '''*<br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend:'''<br />
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=='''Raminta's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Video Projects''' <br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
<br />
K-12 Updates<br />
*Next [https://www.gadoe.org/External-Affairs-and-Policy/State-Board-of-Education/Pages/default.aspx State Board of Education] meeting is scheduled for November 3 & 4<br />
*Continuing current K-12 deliverables <br />
*Texthelp – November 16, 2021, from 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM – Texthelp Master Class @ CIDI (in person) – sent out an update – look for virtual registration for class in upcoming days. <br />
*New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!<br />
**[https://www.ahead.ie/Discover-your-AT AT Hive]<br />
**[https://sifts.ocali.org/index_what.php SIFTS]<br />
**[https://www.communicationcommunity.com/ Communication Community]<br />
<br />
=='''Norah's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Updates'''<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
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=='''GVRA Project (Ben)'''==<br />
<br />
Team & Project Plan<br />
* October Report is being compiled and analyzed<br />
* Billing for 1st Quarter of project is in process<br />
** Preparing programmatic data to match invoicing<br />
** Working with Eric T to sync these up<br />
* Ben: ongoing meetings with Matthew Blake/ IT Team - planning for:<br />
** GVRA Portal / Service Portal<br />
** Monthly report automation<br />
** Incorporation of IPSE programs into NEON systems.<br />
<br />
GVRA Updates<br />
* GVRA Transition work groups have met/are meeting to discuss:<br />
** Pilot to develop a model for reporting software usage of GVRA clients in K-12 Districts<br />
** Incorporation of IPSE programs into project. (1st 3: Ga Tech, Ga State, Ga southern)<br />
* Exploring a pilot study of usage of Equati0 at Post-Secondary Level<br />
** Dalton State (+ others?)<br />
* Looking to do a data sharing arrangement/ agreement<br />
** Help populate NEON with required GVRA data<br />
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=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''==<br />
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*Wired Wednesdays- Carolyn will be our guest speaker for the November Wired Wednesday. Scanning Pens was excellent in October and would love to see how we can update our older c-pen models to the new models.<br />
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*AT Lab- we are continuing to work on this. Thank you to everyone who helped last Wednesday. We are working on the DBHDD lab and a huge thank you to Nate and the team for moving a black storage cabinet upstairs. We are trying to work on a better flow of items within all the labs. New labels have come in. Sanitization can be found in plastic bins in the downstairs lab, 2nd-floor lad, access lab aka Ciara's office, and the AAC lab. Items that no longer work have been marked obsolete and given to surplus. I am so proud of the team for working on this and the ideas coming from it.<br />
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*Working with several individuals on providing resources and information about AT. Receiving calls and emails for evaluations<br />
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<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
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https://www.linkedin.com/learning/balancing-work-and-life/welcome?autoAdvance=true&autoSkip=false&autoplay=true&resume=true&u=2163426<br />
<br />
=='''Ciara's Updates'''==<br />
'''TFL Data:'''<br />
*Device Demo Oct. FY22 - Present All Centers: 0<br />
**Device Demo for FY21: 137<br />
**Device Demo for FY20: 478<br />
**Device Demo for FY19: 1029<br />
*Device Demos Oct. FY22- Present TFL: 0<br />
**Device Demo for FY21: 25<br />
**Device Demo for FY20: 79<br />
**Device Demo for FY19: 185<br />
*Device Loans Oct. FY22 - Present All Centers: 0<br />
**Device Loans for FY21: 189<br />
**Device Loans for FY20: 258<br />
**Device Loans for FY19: 634<br />
*Device Loans Oct. FY22 - Present TFL: 0<br />
**Device Loans for FY21: 76<br />
**Device Loans for FY20: 94<br />
**Device Loans for FY19: 352<br />
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*Device Reutilization Oct. FY22 - 0<br />
**Device Reutilization for FY21: 4678<br />
**Device Reutilization for FY20: 4333<br />
**Device Reutilization for FY19: 7266<br />
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'''TFL AppFinder:'''<br />
* Jamf Update & Timeline for Rollout - Jerel is waiting for OIT to set up his account to receive permissions in order to set service accounts for TFL team<br />
* Highlight 1-3 New Apps in Appfinder - no new apps, but has been updated to include communication apps that we use often<br />
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'''TFL Lab:'''<br />
* "How to Guides" Updates - There is a new folder under the TFL Direct Services channel on Teams where ""Cheat Sheets & How To Guides"" exists. There are different assistive technology categories. DeeDee & I met with Valerie to discuss the accessibility of the cheat sheets, she has offered to give the TFL team a refresher training on PDF & Word Doc accessibility if we are interested.<br />
* New AT for Lab Updates<br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!''' - https://pe.gatech.edu/wlpd/learning GTPE, Workplace Learning & Professional Development offers a wide variety of free courses such as Giving & Receiving Feedback, Conflict Management, Managing Your Performance, etc. <br />
*<br />
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=='''Sal's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Aging Committees Updates'''<br />
**Who<br />
**What<br />
*'''Outreach & Trainings Updates''' <br />
**Upcoming<br />
*'''AT Lab - Organization Updates'''<br />
**New AT<br />
**Ideas<br />
'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
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=='''Rachel's Updates'''==<br />
*'''TFL AT Awareness for Dementia & Isolation Update''' <br />
**New AT<br />
*'''Interactive AT Lab''' Reassessing current inventory for AT related to dementia and isolation and revisiting “wish list” of new and innovative AT to add to the AT Lab. Friendly reminder, many of the items are located in my office and you are welcome to check to see what is there and try out the AT as well!<br />
**New AT Updates Hosted demo from ZPod (https://www.zpodsforsleep.com/). Looks like a great solution especially for individuals with Autism, sensory processing, anxiety, mental health. Would love to have one set up in our lab, however, suggested a 3-D model considering space issues.<br />
*'''DAS Contract'''<br />
**Updates Awaiting the extension for the Cares Act project. Hopefully, we will be able to resume in November. We have received a few more referrals and notified them of the pause in the project.<br />
** Policies & Procedures<br />
** ADRC Provided general feedback and concerns to DAS as requested re: their P &P for AT. Yolanda appreciated our input and requested a follow-up meeting. It was a vague message, so unclear as to if it is related to P &P or other projects at this point. Will continue to explore with DAS<br />
*'''AT Makers'''<br />
* Updates• Su Jin Lee OT professor at GSU and formally Research Scientist with CIDI reached out to discuss potential collaborations with her students and 3-D printing. Will follow up to get more information. Status of our 3-D printer?<br />
• Attended GOTA conference held this past weekend. Completely virtual and well-done. Chad Leaman, Cofounder of Makers Making Change was the Keynote speaker. Additionally, a session on 3-D printing and opportunities here in ATL with Shephard Center. <br />
• Chatt tech OTA class presentation last week. ~ 15 students participated with Sal, Martha, and me presenting.<br />
• Other notables: The Capable Program (teaming OT, Nursing and Handyperson) connecting indiv with disabilities to find AT solutions/ home modifications. Interestingly enough, Yolanda with DAS reached out to Brenau OT program looking at program. Provided initial findings/research that Bryan Clever (FODAC) and I discovered when we were looking into the program. Many challenges to consider include having the bandwidth<br />
In early stages of planning for an OT Capstone student from University of Florida to begin August of 2022. Maureen will assist as this is a first, but looking forward to this being a great opportunity for all of us! <br />
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*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
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=='''Sarah's Updates'''==<br />
*'''ACCESS Updates & Focus Groups'''<br />
*'''GT DSP Office Updates'''<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
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=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (Johan)'''==<br />
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*AccessGA <br />
**Technical assistance provided to state agencies<br />
***Governor’s and Gwinnett County’s Proclamation (ensure a11y)<br />
*Fee-for-Service <br />
**Shepherd Center<br />
***Web Accessibility Evaluation completed<br />
***Follow-up Technical Assistance<br />
***Six trainings being scheduled on disability awareness and digital accessibility<br />
**UDOIT Tool Evaluation for LMS <br />
*** evaluation underway<br />
**BLH/NLM<br />
***2 of 19 trainings scheduled Nov. 2 and Nov. 10 on topics related to disability awareness <br />
***A11y evaluation of NLM website<br />
***A11y evaluation of Moodle LMS<br />
***Technical assistance<br />
**Request from ASTHO <br />
***Trainings on Disability Awareness and Digital A11y<br />
**JCC Chicago<br />
***SoW pending<br />
***Web a11y evaluation and technical assistance requested<br />
***awaiting testing environment<br />
**ASTHO Disabiltiy Awareness and Digital A11y Request<br />
**UX Initiatives<br />
***Several ongoing projects in the coming weeks/months involving UX<br />
****Aging Well Access<br />
****Dementia Access<br />
****Washington AT Access <br />
****AT Network <br />
****AT3 AT Access<br />
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=='''AAC Programs (DeeDee)'''==<br />
* Display devices have been set up and labeling begun<br />
* AAC materials from DBHDD lab moved upstairs - getting organized<br />
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Display materials planned:<br />
* Device information <br />
* Posters/handouts on elements of AAC and Access (i.e., types of AAC devices, core words, switches, scanning access, etc.)<br />
* Handouts on implementation strategies, product information<br />
* Information on access from Pittsburg AAC Language Seminar - Karen Kangas<br />
* Model as a MASTER PAL for communication partner training<br />
* Considering list of training resources<br />
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Kennesaw University UD Lab<br />
* Initial visit completed 8/24/21<br />
* Classification of apps by educational vs AT completed<br />
* Review of equipment updates completed<br />
* Need to write report<br />
* Training webinars planning begun (Microsoft Accessibility/Chromebook Accessibility)<br />
* need to reach out to Chris regarding status of videos<br />
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AAC Curriculum<br />
* Review of online courses completed<br />
* Analysis of course content begun<br />
* Basic framework of Curriculum begin<br />
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=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# ALL: University System of Georgia (USG) Benefits Open Enrollment will be held from Monday, October 25 – Friday, November 5, 2021. <br />
# ALL: Stay tuned for Your other GT Compliances!<br />
# CP: Archives for Resources<br />
# Gina (CP will help): Making TextHelp Training Virtually available to CIDI & TFL Team.<br />
# Martha: Lab Day! Organizing our TFL Team to focus on the Labs.<br />
# Ciara & DeeDee: Meet to see what DeeDee has for "How To" Guides and what we need.<br />
# Tori: Post the TFL Meeting Wiki Agenda the Week before - so folks can update without overwriting each other.<br />
# ALL: Managing Stress for Positive Change<br />
**https://www.linkedin.com/learning/managing-stress-for-positive-change/welcome?autoAdvance=true&autoSkip=false&autoplay=true&resume=true&u=2163426</div>Rsatterfield8http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_11/2/2021&diff=6136TFL Team Meeting - 11/2/20212021-11-02T12:16:39Z<p>Rsatterfield8: /* GVRA Project (Ben) */</p>
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<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
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*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
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=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
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1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
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2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
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3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
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=Agenda=<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# University System of Georgia (USG) Benefits Open Enrollment will be held from Monday, October 25 – Friday, November 5, 2021. <br />
# Stay tuned for Your other GT Compliances!<br />
# Watch Resourcefulness: Being Problem Solvers and Solution Finders<br />
**https://www.linkedin.com/learning/developing-resourcefulness/what-does-it-mean-to-be-resourceful?u=2163426<br />
# TFL Website Planning - Liz<br />
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=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* '''GT|HR'''<br />
** Hire Process: AT Acquisition Manager Position<br />
** Hire Process: Program Support Spec. Sr. Position<br />
*'''Open Enrollment'''<br />
** Oct. 25 - Nov. 10<br />
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*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
* TFL Professional Development:<br />
**'''ACTION ITEM:''' <br />
**Managing Stress for Positive Change<br />
**https://www.linkedin.com/learning/managing-stress-for-positive-change/welcome?autoAdvance=true&autoSkip=false&autoplay=true&resume=true&u=2163426<br />
**In the workplace, stress is often viewed in purely negative terms. It's seen as a response that should simply be minimized or pushed aside; however, it's possible to use stress to fuel positive change. In this course, join instructor Heidi Hanna, PhD as she discusses what stress is, exactly; how you can train yourself to use stress in more effective ways; and what managers can do to reduce employee stress when an organization experiences difficult times. She covers how individuals can use stress for good by assessing and adjusting it, as well as what you-as a manager-can do to create an environment and communication style that helps connect employees to the bigger picture.<br />
**Note: This course was featured in Market Watch, Inc., Fortune, Forbes, and Entrepreneur.<br />
*'''GT Partnerships'''<br />
* AccessCORPS<br />
* ABLE Alliance - Google <br />
*'''Allocations'''<br />
**Make sure these are correct - any October changes by 12 on Thursday. <br />
* '''Projects:'''<br />
* GaDOE FY21 - SOW Submitted <br />
* GVRA FY 22 <br />
* CDC Contract - NCE through Sept. 30, 2022. (Updates, ATOB, UNC Research & Dissemination of Videos)<br />
* HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** AT Team<br />
* AT3 - $50K - (May-August 31)<br />
* Georgia Division of Aging (DAS) - CARES Act - (Nov. 2021 - End Sept. 30, 2022!)<br />
* 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
* Wireless RERC - NCE - 2 Videos<br />
*'''Proposals:'''<br />
** NSF - Transportation & Accessibility (GT Partners)<br />
* '''TFL Strategic Planning - Focused Sessions'''<br />
*Completed:<br />
** TFL Overview - CP<br />
** TFL Policy - CP<br />
** AT Acquisition (Part 1) - CP<br />
**Direct Services - Martha (October 18th - 2-4 PM) - THank you, Martha & to everyone for Participating!<br />
*Upcoming:<br />
** AAC Lab - DeeDee (October 25th 3-4:30 PM)<br />
** AT Considerations - Gina (November)<br />
** Leadership & Training - Liz (October 19th - 2-4 PM)<br />
** TFL Research - Ben (November)<br />
** TFL into CIDI S&E Research - Zerrin (December)<br />
** Wrap Up & Action Items - CP (December & January 2022)<br />
*'''AT Minute!'''<br />
**OrbitNote: Released last week (10/12) OrbitNote is designed to create, transform and experience digital documents. Creating accessible, dynamic work and learning environments. Texthelp’s PDF Reader was always part of Read&Write, it included all the literacy support tools. If you are a Read&Write customer you will still have everything you need to create accessible documents. <br />
** OrbitNote, as it grows and more features are added it will become a stand-alone product with premium features that we know you’ll love - so watch this space!<br />
**https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/orbitnote/feepmdlmhplaojabeoecaobfmibooaid?hl=en-GB<br />
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=='''Complete!! CDC/F Trainings & Activities (Carolyn)'''==<br />
*'''1,683,224 Served!'''<br />
**1,683,224 is the total number of people who received direct, tangible information and assistance via project work that is supportable with project data!<br />
**Way to Go, Team!!<br />
*'''COVID-19 Vaccine Videos'''<br />
*'''ACTION ITEM:'''<br />
** Please, help spread the word regarding our 5 Vaccine videos & 1 ASL Video - Thank you, Raminta, Norah & Liz!!!<br />
*'''ATOB! v16.2'''<br />
**A special issue of Assistive Technology Outcomes and Benefits/Accessible Public Health Materials During a Pandemic: Lessons Learned from COVID-19 (Issue 16 Part 2) will be devoted to this project and the issues it addressed. Submitted manuscripts from our project team and/or about the project:<br />
# "Include Me": Implementing Inclusive and Accessible Communications in Public<br />
# Access for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Individuals in Informational and Educational Remote Sessions<br />
# Technology for a Pandemic: Apps for Safety and Independence<br />
# Minimizing the Complexity of Public Health Documents: Making COVID-19 Documents Accessible to Individuals Who Read Below the Third-Grade Level<br />
# Building an Effective Model to Disseminate Accessible COVID-19 Guidance<br />
# The Importance of Braille during a Pandemic and Beyond<br />
# Creating Accessible Infographics: Describing Scientific Data in Ways Everyone Can Understand<br />
# A Needs Assessment of COVID-19 Guidance for Adults with Developmental Disabilities<br />
# Inclusive Design Thinking for Health Messaging in American Sign Language during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Case Study Brief<br />
# Closing the Information Gap: Making COVID-19 Information Accessible for People with Disabilities<br />
*American Public Health Conference Presentation - CP<br />
*AUCD Presentation - Liz & CP<br />
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=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates'''==<br />
'''Transition'''<br />
# Credit-Able - to FODAC!!<br />
# Physical files will still remain in Danny's office <br />
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'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Credit-Able applications are on hold<br />
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=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(1) - AT Services During & After the Covid-19 Pandemic<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(2) - Public Health: feature our work on CDC Project<br />
** Guest Editor, Mark Harniss, U. Washington<br />
** Peer Reviews are in process<br />
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'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT)''' <br />
* Submitted Mastery of AT & K-12 Education GTRI Seed Grant<br />
* TECH Report on Mastery of AT is available for review:<br />
** https://smartech.gatech.edu/bitstream/handle/1853/64914/Tech%20Report%20-%20Continuum%20of%20Mastery%20of%20AT.pdf?sequence=2&isAllowed=y<br />
* MoAT presentation accepted at GA EdTech Conference (ATL, Nov 4th)<br />
* MoAT presentation accepted at ATIA (Orlando, Jan 27th)<br />
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'''Work ACCESS''' <br />
* Team is holding an additional focus group on Mental Health Accommodations - Oct 25th<br />
* Developing a focus group plan to discuss changes in retail settings since COVID-19 - Nov. 1st<br />
* Preparing a webinar on "Inclusion & Participation in the Workplace" - Nov. 17th<br />
** Speakers: Karen, Sarah & Ben<br />
** Overview of Work ACCESS<br />
** Accommodations / considerations for common spaces & communication<br />
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'''AT Network'''<br />
* Beginning the process of mapping categories of AT from the AbleData database to the ISO 9999 classifications<br />
* Team has been exploring how to leverage evaluations done by TFL to help "seed" database<br />
** Dee Dee & Ben have proposed a template with levels at which eval data might be accessed.<br />
** Also looking for PowerPoint presentations and papers to include in the database.<br />
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'''Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Program (ITEP)''' <br />
*Business Coaching under Joy Harris supervision is completed<br />
*Final event will be scheduled for early November <br />
*Working with the New America Foundation for the annual conference<br />
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'''NSF Project'''<br />
*Experiences of Students with Visual Impairments with Tactile Graphics in STEM Courses: Critical Interpretative Synthesis<br />
*Continuing my meetings with Dr. DeStefano <br />
*I completed SLR training<br />
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'''ACCESS Projects''' <br />
*Have been working with the project team to develop protocols for the focus group<br />
*Will join two sessions as a note taker and one session as a moderator <br />
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'''GVRA'''<br />
*Working with Ben, Martha, and Carolyn <br />
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'''FY21 Seed Grant Program''' <br />
*We will be applying for the Oct cycle<br />
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*'''Zerrin's New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
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=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
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*'''Tools for Life'''<br />
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**Data Reminder: Don't forget to enter in your public awareness and I & A data. Include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures - Keep going! Follow up coming soon.<br />
**Webinar archives - Are any of yours missing?<br />
**TFL Website, wiki (discuss process) - Liz, Kayla, Tori, Shaina, Trish (support) <br />
**Training plan - host more virtually - we're doing it!<br />
***ARC Disability 101 - rescheduled for 11/4 at 11:00 AM<br />
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*'''GCDD Accessibility Grant - Universal Design for Learning and Plain Language - Success!<br />
**June to September 2021 - $13,000<br />
**Liz, Norah, Tori (Carolyn and Trish support)<br />
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*'''Credits''' - Training Team <br />
**CEU's - Continuing Education Units approved and distributed by the AAC Institute<br />
**CRC's - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Credits approved and distributed by the Commissioner Rehabilitation Counselor Certification or CRCC <br />
***All applications must be submitted no later than 30 days before the live event. <br />
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*'''CDC/CDC Foundation''' - Carolyn-PI, Liz-Co-PI, Norah - Content Creator and Manager, Trish-Project Support, COVID-19 Accessible Materials for Individuals with Disabilities - COMPLETE!<br />
**Working on archiving the project - Teams and Dropbox<br />
**Microsite maintenance will run through 2022 - Norah lead<br />
**Will still collect monthly analytics - Tori lead <br />
**AUCD Conference presentation - CP and Liz with CDC and CDC Foundation<br />
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*'''ATAP (AT3)''' - AT Reuse Activities, AT Database - Carolyn, Liz, Trish(support)<br />
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*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach''' [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website]. - Carolyn and Liz<br />
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*'''Webinars''' - WORK ACCESS series; Wired Wednesdays<br />
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*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA''' - Outreach & Public Awareness - Carolyn, Raminta, Liz<br />
**1. Making virtual meetings more accessible in emergencies, and <br />
**2. How to minimize the text complexity in messaging<br />
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*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase''' - Focus groups, trainings, webinars - Tori <br />
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*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!''' - The ILRU (Independent Living Research Utilization) program is a national center for information, training, research, and technical assistance in independent living. Learn more at [http://www.ilru.org the ILRU website]<br />
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=='''Tori's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Social Media''' - Send articles, webinars, videos, general information, etc. for posting to Tori<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
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=='''Kayla's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Graphic Design Projects''' - Kayla<br />
** TFL Website Re-Design/Drupal Translation **<br />
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*''' Updating Graphic Design File Structure on Dropbox '''*<br />
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*''' Reach out for any future graphic design assistance/projects or questions. '''*<br />
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*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend:'''<br />
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=='''Raminta's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Video Projects''' <br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
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=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
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K-12 Updates<br />
*Next [https://www.gadoe.org/External-Affairs-and-Policy/State-Board-of-Education/Pages/default.aspx State Board of Education] meeting is scheduled for November 3 & 4<br />
*Continuing current K-12 deliverables <br />
*Texthelp – November 16, 2021, from 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM – Texthelp Master Class @ CIDI (in person) – sent out an update – look for virtual registration for class in upcoming days. <br />
*New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!<br />
**[https://www.ahead.ie/Discover-your-AT AT Hive]<br />
**[https://sifts.ocali.org/index_what.php SIFTS]<br />
**[https://www.communicationcommunity.com/ Communication Community]<br />
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=='''Norah's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Updates'''<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
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=='''GVRA Project (Ben)'''==<br />
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Team & Project Plan<br />
* October Report is being compiled and analyzed<br />
* Billing for 1st Quarter of project is in process<br />
** Preparing programmatic data to match invoicing<br />
** Working with Eric T to sync these up<br />
* Ben has meeting Matthew Blake/ IT Team - planning for:<br />
** GVRA Portal / Service Portal<br />
** Monthly report automation<br />
** Incorporation of IPSE programs into NEON systems.<br />
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GVRA Updates<br />
* GVRA Transition work groups have met/are meeting to discuss:<br />
** Pilot to develop a model for reporting software usage of GVRA clients in K-12 Districts<br />
** Incorporation of IPSE programs into project. (1st 3: Ga Tech, Ga State, Ga southern)<br />
* Exploring a pilot study of usage of Equati0 at Post-Secondary Level<br />
** Dalton State (+ others?)<br />
* Looking to do a data sharing arrangement/ agreement<br />
** Help populate NEON with required GVRA data<br />
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=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''==<br />
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*Wired Wednesdays- Carolyn will be our guest speaker for the November Wired Wednesday. Scanning Pens was excellent in October and would love to see how we can update our older c-pen models to the new models.<br />
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*AT Lab- we are continuing to work on this. Thank you to everyone who helped last Wednesday. We are working on the DBHDD lab and a huge thank you to Nate and the team for moving a black storage cabinet upstairs. We are trying to work on a better flow of items within all the labs. New labels have come in. Sanitization can be found in plastic bins in the downstairs lab, 2nd-floor lad, access lab aka Ciara's office, and the AAC lab. Items that no longer work have been marked obsolete and given to surplus. I am so proud of the team for working on this and the ideas coming from it.<br />
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*Working with several individuals on providing resources and information about AT. Receiving calls and emails for evaluations<br />
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*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
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https://www.linkedin.com/learning/balancing-work-and-life/welcome?autoAdvance=true&autoSkip=false&autoplay=true&resume=true&u=2163426<br />
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=='''Ciara's Updates'''==<br />
'''TFL Data:'''<br />
*Device Demo Oct. FY22 - Present All Centers: 0<br />
**Device Demo for FY21: 137<br />
**Device Demo for FY20: 478<br />
**Device Demo for FY19: 1029<br />
*Device Demos Oct. FY22- Present TFL: 0<br />
**Device Demo for FY21: 25<br />
**Device Demo for FY20: 79<br />
**Device Demo for FY19: 185<br />
*Device Loans Oct. FY22 - Present All Centers: 0<br />
**Device Loans for FY21: 189<br />
**Device Loans for FY20: 258<br />
**Device Loans for FY19: 634<br />
*Device Loans Oct. FY22 - Present TFL: 0<br />
**Device Loans for FY21: 76<br />
**Device Loans for FY20: 94<br />
**Device Loans for FY19: 352<br />
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*Device Reutilization Oct. FY22 - 0<br />
**Device Reutilization for FY21: 4678<br />
**Device Reutilization for FY20: 4333<br />
**Device Reutilization for FY19: 7266<br />
<br />
'''TFL AppFinder:'''<br />
* Jamf Update & Timeline for Rollout - Jerel is waiting for OIT to set up his account to receive permissions in order to set service accounts for TFL team<br />
* Highlight 1-3 New Apps in Appfinder - no new apps, but has been updated to include communication apps that we use often<br />
<br />
'''TFL Lab:'''<br />
* "How to Guides" Updates - There is a new folder under the TFL Direct Services channel on Teams where ""Cheat Sheets & How To Guides"" exists. There are different assistive technology categories. DeeDee & I met with Valerie to discuss the accessibility of the cheat sheets, she has offered to give the TFL team a refresher training on PDF & Word Doc accessibility if we are interested.<br />
* New AT for Lab Updates<br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!''' - https://pe.gatech.edu/wlpd/learning GTPE, Workplace Learning & Professional Development offers a wide variety of free courses such as Giving & Receiving Feedback, Conflict Management, Managing Your Performance, etc. <br />
*<br />
<br />
=='''Sal's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Aging Committees Updates'''<br />
**Who<br />
**What<br />
*'''Outreach & Trainings Updates''' <br />
**Upcoming<br />
*'''AT Lab - Organization Updates'''<br />
**New AT<br />
**Ideas<br />
'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''Rachel's Updates'''==<br />
*'''TFL AT Awareness for Dementia & Isolation Update''' <br />
**New AT<br />
*'''Interactive AT Lab''' Reassessing current inventory for AT related to dementia and isolation and revisiting “wish list” of new and innovative AT to add to the AT Lab. Friendly reminder, many of the items are located in my office and you are welcome to check to see what is there and try out the AT as well!<br />
**New AT Updates Hosted demo from ZPod (https://www.zpodsforsleep.com/). Looks like a great solution especially for individuals with Autism, sensory processing, anxiety, mental health. Would love to have one set up in our lab, however, suggested a 3-D model considering space issues.<br />
*'''DAS Contract'''<br />
**Updates Awaiting the extension for the Cares Act project. Hopefully, we will be able to resume in November. We have received a few more referrals and notified them of the pause in the project.<br />
** Policies & Procedures<br />
** ADRC Provided general feedback and concerns to DAS as requested re: their P &P for AT. Yolanda appreciated our input and requested a follow-up meeting. It was a vague message, so unclear as to if it is related to P &P or other projects at this point. Will continue to explore with DAS<br />
*'''AT Makers'''<br />
* Updates• Su Jin Lee OT professor at GSU and formally Research Scientist with CIDI reached out to discuss potential collaborations with her students and 3-D printing. Will follow up to get more information. Status of our 3-D printer?<br />
• Attended GOTA conference held this past weekend. Completely virtual and well-done. Chad Leaman, Cofounder of Makers Making Change was the Keynote speaker. Additionally, a session on 3-D printing and opportunities here in ATL with Shephard Center. <br />
• Chatt tech OTA class presentation last week. ~ 15 students participated with Sal, Martha, and me presenting.<br />
• Other notables: The Capable Program (teaming OT, Nursing and Handyperson) connecting indiv with disabilities to find AT solutions/ home modifications. Interestingly enough, Yolanda with DAS reached out to Brenau OT program looking at program. Provided initial findings/research that Bryan Clever (FODAC) and I discovered when we were looking into the program. Many challenges to consider include having the bandwidth<br />
In early stages of planning for an OT Capstone student from University of Florida to begin August of 2022. Maureen will assist as this is a first, but looking forward to this being a great opportunity for all of us! <br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''Sarah's Updates'''==<br />
*'''ACCESS Updates & Focus Groups'''<br />
*'''GT DSP Office Updates'''<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (Johan)'''==<br />
<br />
*AccessGA <br />
**Technical assistance provided to state agencies<br />
***Governor’s and Gwinnett County’s Proclamation (ensure a11y)<br />
*Fee-for-Service <br />
**Shepherd Center<br />
***Web Accessibility Evaluation completed<br />
***Follow-up Technical Assistance<br />
***Six trainings being scheduled on disability awareness and digital accessibility<br />
**UDOIT Tool Evaluation for LMS <br />
*** evaluation underway<br />
**BLH/NLM<br />
***2 of 19 trainings scheduled Nov. 2 and Nov. 10 on topics related to disability awareness <br />
***A11y evaluation of NLM website<br />
***A11y evaluation of Moodle LMS<br />
***Technical assistance<br />
**Request from ASTHO <br />
***Trainings on Disability Awareness and Digital A11y<br />
**JCC Chicago<br />
***SoW pending<br />
***Web a11y evaluation and technical assistance requested<br />
***awaiting testing environment<br />
**ASTHO Disabiltiy Awareness and Digital A11y Request<br />
**UX Initiatives<br />
***Several ongoing projects in the coming weeks/months involving UX<br />
****Aging Well Access<br />
****Dementia Access<br />
****Washington AT Access <br />
****AT Network <br />
****AT3 AT Access<br />
<br />
=='''AAC Programs (DeeDee)'''==<br />
* Display devices have been set up and labeling begun<br />
* AAC materials from DBHDD lab moved upstairs - getting organized<br />
<br />
Display materials planned:<br />
* Device information <br />
* Posters/handouts on elements of AAC and Access (i.e., types of AAC devices, core words, switches, scanning access, etc.)<br />
* Handouts on implementation strategies, product information<br />
* Information on access from Pittsburg AAC Language Seminar - Karen Kangas<br />
* Model as a MASTER PAL for communication partner training<br />
* Considering list of training resources<br />
<br />
Kennesaw University UD Lab<br />
* Initial visit completed 8/24/21<br />
* Classification of apps by educational vs AT completed<br />
* Review of equipment updates completed<br />
* Need to write report<br />
* Training webinars planning begun (Microsoft Accessibility/Chromebook Accessibility)<br />
* need to reach out to Chris regarding status of videos<br />
<br />
AAC Curriculum<br />
* Review of online courses completed<br />
* Analysis of course content begun<br />
* Basic framework of Curriculum begin<br />
<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# ALL: University System of Georgia (USG) Benefits Open Enrollment will be held from Monday, October 25 – Friday, November 5, 2021. <br />
# ALL: Stay tuned for Your other GT Compliances!<br />
# CP: Archives for Resources<br />
# Gina (CP will help): Making TextHelp Training Virtually available to CIDI & TFL Team.<br />
# Martha: Lab Day! Organizing our TFL Team to focus on the Labs.<br />
# Ciara & DeeDee: Meet to see what DeeDee has for "How To" Guides and what we need.<br />
# Tori: Post the TFL Meeting Wiki Agenda the Week before - so folks can update without overwriting each other.<br />
# ALL: Managing Stress for Positive Change<br />
**https://www.linkedin.com/learning/managing-stress-for-positive-change/welcome?autoAdvance=true&autoSkip=false&autoplay=true&resume=true&u=2163426</div>Rsatterfield8http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_10/19/2021&diff=6088TFL Team Meeting - 10/19/20212021-10-18T17:06:01Z<p>Rsatterfield8: /* GVRA Project (Ben) */</p>
<hr />
<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
<br />
*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
<br />
=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
<br />
1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
<br />
2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
<br />
3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
<br />
<br />
=Agenda=<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# University System of Georgia (USG) Benefits Open Enrollment will be held from Monday, October 25 – Friday, November 5, 2021. <br />
# Stay tuned for Your other GT Compliances!<br />
# Watch Resourcefulness: Being Problem Solvers and Solution Finders<br />
**https://www.linkedin.com/learning/developing-resourcefulness/what-does-it-mean-to-be-resourceful?u=2163426<br />
# TFL Website Planning Party! Solutions Oriented! CP will hold the Date!<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* ‘’’HR’’’<br />
** Hire Process: AT Acquisition Manager Position<br />
** Hire Process: Program Support Spec. Sr. Position<br />
*'''Cybersecurity Required Course'''<br />
** Did you Complete Yours?<br />
** Open Enrollment - Oct. 25 - Nov. 10<br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
* TFL Professional Development:<br />
**'''ACTION ITEM:''' Resourcefulness: Being Problem Solvers and Solution Finders<br />
**https://www.linkedin.com/learning/developing-resourcefulness/what-does-it-mean-to-be-resourceful?u=2163426<br />
<br />
*'''Allocations'''<br />
**Make sure these are correct - any October changes by 12 on Thursday. <br />
* '''Projects:'''<br />
* GaDOE FY21 - SOW Submitted Yesterday<br />
* GVRA FY 22 <br />
* CDC Contract - NCE through Sept. 30, 2022. (Updates, ATOB, UNC Research & Dissemination of Videos)<br />
* HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** AT Team<br />
* AT3 - $50K - (May-August 31)<br />
* Georgia Division of Aging (DAS) - CARES Act - (Nov. 2021 - End Sept. 30, 2022!)<br />
* 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
* Wireless RERC - NCE - 2 Videos<br />
*'''Proposals:'''<br />
** GaDOE Year 3: Early Development <br />
* '''TFL Strategic Planning - Focused Sessions'''<br />
*Upcoming: <br />
**Direct Services - Martha (October 18th - 2-4 PM)<br />
** AAC Lab - DeeDee (October 25th 3-4:30 PM)<br />
** AT Considerations - Gina (November)<br />
** Leadership & Training - Liz (October 19th - 2-4 PM)<br />
** TFL Research - Ben (November)<br />
** TFL into CIDI S&E Research - Zerrin (December)<br />
** Wrap Up & Action Items - CP (December & January 2022)<br />
<br />
=='''Complete!! CDC/F Trainings & Activities (Carolyn)'''==<br />
*'''1,683,224 Served!'''<br />
**1,683,224 is the total number of people who received direct, tangible information and assistance via project work that is supportable with project data!<br />
**Way to Go, Team!!<br />
*'''COVID-19 Vaccine Videos'''<br />
*'''ACTION ITEM:'''<br />
** Please, help spread the word regarding our 5 Vaccine videos & 1 ASL Video - Thank you, Raminta, Norah & Liz!!!<br />
*'''ATOB! v16.2'''<br />
**A special issue of Assistive Technology Outcomes and Benefits/Accessible Public Health Materials During a Pandemic: Lessons Learned from COVID-19 (Issue 16 Part 2) will be devoted to this project and the issues it addressed. Submitted manuscripts from our project team and/or about the project:<br />
# "Include Me": Implementing Inclusive and Accessible Communications in Public<br />
# Access for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Individuals in Informational and Educational Remote Sessions<br />
# Technology for a Pandemic: Apps for Safety and Independence<br />
# Minimizing the Complexity of Public Health Documents: Making COVID-19 Documents Accessible to Individuals Who Read Below the Third-Grade Level<br />
# Building an Effective Model to Disseminate Accessible COVID-19 Guidance<br />
# The Importance of Braille during a Pandemic and Beyond<br />
# Creating Accessible Infographics: Describing Scientific Data in Ways Everyone Can Understand<br />
# A Needs Assessment of COVID-19 Guidance for Adults with Developmental Disabilities<br />
# Inclusive Design Thinking for Health Messaging in American Sign Language during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Case Study Brief<br />
# Closing the Information Gap: Making COVID-19 Information Accessible for People with Disabilities<br />
*American Public Health Conference Presentation - CP<br />
*AUCD Presentation - Liz & CP<br />
<br />
=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates'''==<br />
'''Transition'''<br />
# Credit-Able - to FODAC!!<br />
# Physical files will still remain in Danny's office <br />
<br />
'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Credit-Able applications are on hold<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(1) - AT Services During & After the Covid-19 Pandemic<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(2) - Public Health: feature our work on CDC Project<br />
** Guest Editor, Mark Harniss, U. Washington<br />
** Peer Reviews are in process<br />
<br />
'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT)''' <br />
* Submitted Mastery of AT & K-12 Education GTRI Seed Grant<br />
* TECH Report on Mastery of AT is available for review:<br />
** https://smartech.gatech.edu/bitstream/handle/1853/64914/Tech%20Report%20-%20Continuum%20of%20Mastery%20of%20AT.pdf?sequence=2&isAllowed=y<br />
* MoAT presentation accepted at GA EdTech Conference (ATL, Nov 4th)<br />
* MoAT presentation accepted at ATIA (Orlando, Jan 27th)<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS''' <br />
* Team is holding an additional focus group on Mental Health Accommodations - Oct 25th<br />
* Developing a focus group plan to discuss changes in retail settings since COVID-19 - Nov. 1st<br />
* Preparing a webinar on "Inclusion & Participation in the Workplace" - Nov. 17th<br />
** Speakers: Karen, Sarah & Ben<br />
** Overview of Work ACCESS<br />
** Accommodations / considerations for common spaces & communication<br />
<br />
'''AT Network'''<br />
* Beginning the process of mapping categories of AT from the AbleData database to the ISO 9999 classifications<br />
* Team has been exploring how to leverage evaluations done by TFL to help "seed" database<br />
** Dee Dee & Ben have proposed a template with levels at which eval data might be accessed.<br />
** Also looking for PowerPoint presentations and papers to include in the database.<br />
<br />
'''Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Program (ITEP)''' <br />
*Business Coaching under Joy Harris supervision is completed<br />
*Final event will be scheduled for early November <br />
*Working with the New America Foundation for the annual conference<br />
<br />
'''NSF Project'''<br />
*Experiences of Students with Visual Impairments with Tactile Graphics in STEM Courses: Critical Interpretative Synthesis<br />
*Continuing my meetings with Dr. DeStefano <br />
*I completed SLR training<br />
<br />
'''ACCESS Projects''' <br />
*Have been working with the project team to develop protocols for the focus group<br />
*Will join two sessions as a note taker and one session as a moderator <br />
<br />
'''GVRA'''<br />
*Working with Ben, Martha, and Carolyn <br />
<br />
'''FY21 Seed Grant Program''' <br />
*We will be applying for the Oct cycle<br />
<br />
*'''Zerrin's New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
<br />
*'''Tools for Life'''<br />
<br />
**Data Reminder: Don't forget to enter in your public awareness and I & A data. Include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures - Keep going! Follow up in late October.<br />
**Webinar archives - Are any of yours missing? - Tori continues to update and organize and will be reaching out<br />
**TFL Website, wiki - Liz, Kayla, Tori and Shaina - Soon!<br />
**Training plan - host more virtually - we're doing it!<br />
***ARC Disability 101<br />
***Cobb Co presentation <br />
<br />
*'''GCDD Accessibility Grant - Universal Design for Learning and Plain Language<br />
**June to September 2021 - $13,000<br />
**Liz, Norah, Tori (Carolyn and Trish support)<br />
***Met with GCDD team to start plan for trainings and creating the plain language guide<br />
<br />
*'''Credits''' - Training Team <br />
**CEU's - Continuing Education Units approved and distributed by the AAC Institute<br />
**CRC's - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Credits approved and distributed by the Commissioner Rehabilitation Counselor Certification or CRCC <br />
***All applications '''must be submitted no later than 30 days before the live event.''' <br />
<br />
*'''CDC/CDC Foundation''' - Carolyn-PI, Liz-Co-PI, Norah - Content Creator and Manager, Trish-Project Support<br />
**COVID-19 Accessible Materials for Individuals with Disabilities<br />
**CDC trainings are done!<br />
**Preparing for final meeting on 9/30 - need help to collect quotes/testimonials<br />
**Working on archiving the project <br />
**Microsite will run through 2022<br />
**Will still collect monthly analytics <br />
<br />
*'''ATAP (AT3)''' - AT Reuse Activities, AT Database - Carolyn, Liz, Trish(support)<br />
**Webinar - Completed!<br />
<br />
*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach''' Check out the [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website] to learn more. - Carolyn and Liz<br />
<br />
*'''Webinars''' - WORK ACCESS series; Wired Wednesdays<br />
<br />
*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA''' - Outreach & Public Awareness - Carolyn, Liz<br />
**Extension and funding for video work<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase''' - Focus groups, trainings, webinars - Carolyn, Liz, Tori, Rachel, Sarah, Ben<br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''Tori's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Social Media''' - Send articles, webinars, videos, general information, etc. for posting to Tori<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''Kayla's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Graphic Design Projects''' - Kayla<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''Raminta's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Video Projects''' <br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
<br />
K-12 Updates<br />
*Year 3 Statement of Work GaDOE has been submitted<br />
**Next State Board of Education meeting is November<br />
*Continuing current K-12 deliverables<br />
** Consultations<br />
**Software<br />
** Loan Requests<br />
***Ordered & received some new equipment for loans based on requests<br />
***schedule a time to go in and be sure we know how to use the equipment before loaning<br />
***be sure all equipment is inventoried and clearly labeled<br />
***discuss "marketing" plan - most is specialized equipment (FM system, portable, classroom soundfield system, etc.)<br />
***target particular groups to let them know about the new equipment so we don't create a backlog of requests<br />
*Texthelp – November 16, 2021 – Texthelp Master Class @ CIDI (in person)<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''Norah's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Updates'''<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''GVRA Project (Ben)'''==<br />
<br />
Team & Project Plan<br />
* September Report complete and submitted <br />
* Ben has met with Matthew Blake - planning for:<br />
** GVRA Portal <br />
** Monthly report automation<br />
<br />
GVRA Updates<br />
* Planning to meet with GVRA Transition team in October to discuss:<br />
** "Pilot within Pilot" to model reporting for K-12 Districts<br />
** Plans to incorporate IPSE programs into project<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''==<br />
*Wired Wednesdays- Ciara is working on October- It will be about the new features in the C-Pens. WATAP will be covering November and December. <br />
*AT Lab- thank you to everyone who helped! Items on the 2nd floor have been organized. Worked with IT and things that no longer work will need to be surplused. Charlie has the form for that and can assist. Drawers are labeled with items and will be added onto an online word doc in the AT Lab channel on TEAMS. There is also another document for items needed for the lab (this is not AT equipment)<br />
*Have added serval new AT items for voice amplification and FM system<br />
*Met with Carolyn and IT team in regards to the SRI/TFL database- looking for solutions to make the database be more automatic and efficient<br />
*Rachel, Martha, Sal presenting Chattahoochee OTA class on October 14th<br />
*Adam Palmer has been rescheduled to October 25th- please let me know what you would like to see https://www.palmervision.com/<br />
*working in several demos for DOE and parents that have contacted us<br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''Ciara's Updates'''==<br />
'''TFL Data:'''<br />
*Device Demo Oct. FY22 - Present All Centers: <br />
**Device Demo for FY21: 136<br />
**Device Demo for FY20:<br />
**Device Demo for FY19:<br />
*Device Demos Oct. FY22- Present TFL <br />
**Device Demo for FY21: 25<br />
**Device Demo for FY20:<br />
**Device Demo for FY19:<br />
*Device Loans Oct. FY22 - Present All Centers <br />
**Device Loans for FY21: 188<br />
**Device Loans for FY20:<br />
**Device Loans for FY19:<br />
*Device Loans Oct. FY22 - Present TFL <br />
**Device Loans for FY21: 76<br />
**Device Loans for FY20:<br />
**Device Loans for FY19:<br />
<br />
*Device Reutilization Oct. FY22 - <br />
**Device Reutilization for FY21: 4677<br />
**Device Reutilization for FY20:<br />
**Device Reutilization for FY19:<br />
<br />
'''TFL AppFinder:'''<br />
* Jamf Update & Timeline for Rollout<br />
* VPP Update & Timeline for Rollout<br />
* Highlight 1-3 New Apps in Appfinder<br />
<br />
'''TFL Lab:'''<br />
* Policies & Procedures Update<br />
** AT Lab Channel<br />
* "How to Guides" Updates<br />
* New AT for Lab Updates<br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
*<br />
<br />
=='''Sal's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Aging Committees Updates'''<br />
**Who<br />
**What<br />
*'''Outreach & Trainings Updates''' <br />
**Upcoming<br />
*'''AT Lab - Organization Updates'''<br />
**New AT<br />
**Ideas<br />
'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''Rachel's Updates'''==<br />
*'''TFL AT Awareness for Dementia & Isolation Update''' <br />
**New AT<br />
*'''Interactive AT Lab'''<br />
**New AT Updates<br />
*'''DAS Contract'''<br />
**Updates<br />
** Policies & Procedures<br />
** ADRC<br />
*'''AT Makers'''<br />
* Updates<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''Sarah's Updates'''==<br />
*'''ACCESS Updates & Focus Groups'''<br />
*'''GT DSP Office Updates'''<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (Johan)'''==<br />
<br />
*AccessGA <br />
**State Agency ADA Coordinators' Virtual Networking Event (Sept. 29th)<br />
**Technical assistance provided to state agencies<br />
*Fee-for-Service <br />
**Shepherd Center<br />
***Web Accessibility Evaluation completed<br />
***Technical assistance to follow<br />
***In process of lining up six trainings on disability awareness and digital accessibility<br />
**UDOIT Tool Evaluation for Brightspace LMS <br />
*** evaluation underway<br />
**BLH/NLM<br />
***74K Contract approved<br />
***2 of 19 trainings being tentatively scheduled Nov. 2 and Nov. 10 on topics related to disability awareness <br />
***A11y evaluation of NLM website<br />
***A11y evaluation of Moodle LMS<br />
***Technical assistance<br />
**Request from ASTHO <br />
***Trainings on Disability Awareness Digital A11y<br />
**JCC Chicago<br />
***SoW pending<br />
***Web a11y evaluation and technical assistance requested<br />
***awaiting testing environment<br />
**UX Initiatives<br />
***Several ongoing projects in the coming weeks/months involving UX<br />
****Aging Well Access<br />
****Dementia Access<br />
****Washington AT Access <br />
****AT Network <br />
****AT3 AT Access<br />
'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''AAC Programs (DeeDee)'''==<br />
* Setting up AAC Lab laptop<br />
* Display devices have been set up and labeling begun<br />
<br />
Display materials planned:<br />
* Device information <br />
* Posters/handouts on elements of AAC and Access (i.e., types of AAC devices, core words, switches, scanning access, etc.)<br />
* Handouts on implementation strategies, product information<br />
* Information on access from Pittsburg AAC Language Seminar - Karen Kangas<br />
* Model as a MASTER PAL for communication partner training<br />
* Considering list of training resources<br />
<br />
Kennesaw University UD Lab<br />
* Initial visit completed 8/24/21<br />
* Classification of apps by educational vs AT completed<br />
* Review of equipment updates begun<br />
<br />
* Training webinars and video production planning begun<br />
<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# University System of Georgia (USG) Benefits Open Enrollment will be held from Monday, October 25 – Friday, November 5, 2021. <br />
# Stay tuned for Your other GT Compliances!<br />
# Watch Resourcefulness: Being Problem Solvers and Solution Finders<br />
**https://www.linkedin.com/learning/developing-resourcefulness/what-does-it-mean-to-be-resourceful?u=2163426<br />
# TFL Website Planning Party! Solutions Oriented! CP will hold the Date!</div>Rsatterfield8http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_10/19/2021&diff=6087TFL Team Meeting - 10/19/20212021-10-18T17:03:21Z<p>Rsatterfield8: /* TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn) */</p>
<hr />
<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
<br />
*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
<br />
=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
<br />
1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
<br />
2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
<br />
3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
<br />
<br />
=Agenda=<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# University System of Georgia (USG) Benefits Open Enrollment will be held from Monday, October 25 – Friday, November 5, 2021. <br />
# Stay tuned for Your other GT Compliances!<br />
# Watch Resourcefulness: Being Problem Solvers and Solution Finders<br />
**https://www.linkedin.com/learning/developing-resourcefulness/what-does-it-mean-to-be-resourceful?u=2163426<br />
# TFL Website Planning Party! Solutions Oriented! CP will hold the Date!<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* ‘’’HR’’’<br />
** Hire Process: AT Acquisition Manager Position<br />
** Hire Process: Program Support Spec. Sr. Position<br />
*'''Cybersecurity Required Course'''<br />
** Did you Complete Yours?<br />
** Open Enrollment - Oct. 25 - Nov. 10<br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
* TFL Professional Development:<br />
**'''ACTION ITEM:''' Resourcefulness: Being Problem Solvers and Solution Finders<br />
**https://www.linkedin.com/learning/developing-resourcefulness/what-does-it-mean-to-be-resourceful?u=2163426<br />
<br />
*'''Allocations'''<br />
**Make sure these are correct - any October changes by 12 on Thursday. <br />
* '''Projects:'''<br />
* GaDOE FY21 - SOW Submitted Yesterday<br />
* GVRA FY 22 <br />
* CDC Contract - NCE through Sept. 30, 2022. (Updates, ATOB, UNC Research & Dissemination of Videos)<br />
* HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** AT Team<br />
* AT3 - $50K - (May-August 31)<br />
* Georgia Division of Aging (DAS) - CARES Act - (Nov. 2021 - End Sept. 30, 2022!)<br />
* 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
* Wireless RERC - NCE - 2 Videos<br />
*'''Proposals:'''<br />
** GaDOE Year 3: Early Development <br />
* '''TFL Strategic Planning - Focused Sessions'''<br />
*Upcoming: <br />
**Direct Services - Martha (October 18th - 2-4 PM)<br />
** AAC Lab - DeeDee (October 25th 3-4:30 PM)<br />
** AT Considerations - Gina (November)<br />
** Leadership & Training - Liz (October 19th - 2-4 PM)<br />
** TFL Research - Ben (November)<br />
** TFL into CIDI S&E Research - Zerrin (December)<br />
** Wrap Up & Action Items - CP (December & January 2022)<br />
<br />
=='''Complete!! CDC/F Trainings & Activities (Carolyn)'''==<br />
*'''1,683,224 Served!'''<br />
**1,683,224 is the total number of people who received direct, tangible information and assistance via project work that is supportable with project data!<br />
**Way to Go, Team!!<br />
*'''COVID-19 Vaccine Videos'''<br />
*'''ACTION ITEM:'''<br />
** Please, help spread the word regarding our 5 Vaccine videos & 1 ASL Video - Thank you, Raminta, Norah & Liz!!!<br />
*'''ATOB! v16.2'''<br />
**A special issue of Assistive Technology Outcomes and Benefits/Accessible Public Health Materials During a Pandemic: Lessons Learned from COVID-19 (Issue 16 Part 2) will be devoted to this project and the issues it addressed. Submitted manuscripts from our project team and/or about the project:<br />
# "Include Me": Implementing Inclusive and Accessible Communications in Public<br />
# Access for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Individuals in Informational and Educational Remote Sessions<br />
# Technology for a Pandemic: Apps for Safety and Independence<br />
# Minimizing the Complexity of Public Health Documents: Making COVID-19 Documents Accessible to Individuals Who Read Below the Third-Grade Level<br />
# Building an Effective Model to Disseminate Accessible COVID-19 Guidance<br />
# The Importance of Braille during a Pandemic and Beyond<br />
# Creating Accessible Infographics: Describing Scientific Data in Ways Everyone Can Understand<br />
# A Needs Assessment of COVID-19 Guidance for Adults with Developmental Disabilities<br />
# Inclusive Design Thinking for Health Messaging in American Sign Language during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Case Study Brief<br />
# Closing the Information Gap: Making COVID-19 Information Accessible for People with Disabilities<br />
*American Public Health Conference Presentation - CP<br />
*AUCD Presentation - Liz & CP<br />
<br />
=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates'''==<br />
'''Transition'''<br />
# Credit-Able - to FODAC!!<br />
# Physical files will still remain in Danny's office <br />
<br />
'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Credit-Able applications are on hold<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(1) - AT Services During & After the Covid-19 Pandemic<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(2) - Public Health: feature our work on CDC Project<br />
** Guest Editor, Mark Harniss, U. Washington<br />
** Peer Reviews are in process<br />
<br />
'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT)''' <br />
* Submitted Mastery of AT & K-12 Education GTRI Seed Grant<br />
* TECH Report on Mastery of AT is available for review:<br />
** https://smartech.gatech.edu/bitstream/handle/1853/64914/Tech%20Report%20-%20Continuum%20of%20Mastery%20of%20AT.pdf?sequence=2&isAllowed=y<br />
* MoAT presentation accepted at GA EdTech Conference (ATL, Nov 4th)<br />
* MoAT presentation accepted at ATIA (Orlando, Jan 27th)<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS''' <br />
* Team is holding an additional focus group on Mental Health Accommodations - Oct 25th<br />
* Developing a focus group plan to discuss changes in retail settings since COVID-19 - Nov. 1st<br />
* Preparing a webinar on "Inclusion & Participation in the Workplace" - Nov. 17th<br />
** Speakers: Karen, Sarah & Ben<br />
** Overview of Work ACCESS<br />
** Accommodations / considerations for common spaces & communication<br />
<br />
'''AT Network'''<br />
* Beginning the process of mapping categories of AT from the AbleData database to the ISO 9999 classifications<br />
* Team has been exploring how to leverage evaluations done by TFL to help "seed" database<br />
** Dee Dee & Ben have proposed a template with levels at which eval data might be accessed.<br />
** Also looking for PowerPoint presentations and papers to include in the database.<br />
<br />
'''Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Program (ITEP)''' <br />
*Business Coaching under Joy Harris supervision is completed<br />
*Final event will be scheduled for early November <br />
*Working with the New America Foundation for the annual conference<br />
<br />
'''NSF Project'''<br />
*Experiences of Students with Visual Impairments with Tactile Graphics in STEM Courses: Critical Interpretative Synthesis<br />
*Continuing my meetings with Dr. DeStefano <br />
*I completed SLR training<br />
<br />
'''ACCESS Projects''' <br />
*Have been working with the project team to develop protocols for the focus group<br />
*Will join two sessions as a note taker and one session as a moderator <br />
<br />
'''GVRA'''<br />
*Working with Ben, Martha, and Carolyn <br />
<br />
'''FY21 Seed Grant Program''' <br />
*We will be applying for the Oct cycle<br />
<br />
*'''Zerrin's New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
<br />
*'''Tools for Life'''<br />
<br />
**Data Reminder: Don't forget to enter in your public awareness and I & A data. Include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures - Keep going! Follow up in late October.<br />
**Webinar archives - Are any of yours missing? - Tori continues to update and organize and will be reaching out<br />
**TFL Website, wiki - Liz, Kayla, Tori and Shaina - Soon!<br />
**Training plan - host more virtually - we're doing it!<br />
***ARC Disability 101<br />
***Cobb Co presentation <br />
<br />
*'''GCDD Accessibility Grant - Universal Design for Learning and Plain Language<br />
**June to September 2021 - $13,000<br />
**Liz, Norah, Tori (Carolyn and Trish support)<br />
***Met with GCDD team to start plan for trainings and creating the plain language guide<br />
<br />
*'''Credits''' - Training Team <br />
**CEU's - Continuing Education Units approved and distributed by the AAC Institute<br />
**CRC's - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Credits approved and distributed by the Commissioner Rehabilitation Counselor Certification or CRCC <br />
***All applications '''must be submitted no later than 30 days before the live event.''' <br />
<br />
*'''CDC/CDC Foundation''' - Carolyn-PI, Liz-Co-PI, Norah - Content Creator and Manager, Trish-Project Support<br />
**COVID-19 Accessible Materials for Individuals with Disabilities<br />
**CDC trainings are done!<br />
**Preparing for final meeting on 9/30 - need help to collect quotes/testimonials<br />
**Working on archiving the project <br />
**Microsite will run through 2022<br />
**Will still collect monthly analytics <br />
<br />
*'''ATAP (AT3)''' - AT Reuse Activities, AT Database - Carolyn, Liz, Trish(support)<br />
**Webinar - Completed!<br />
<br />
*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach''' Check out the [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website] to learn more. - Carolyn and Liz<br />
<br />
*'''Webinars''' - WORK ACCESS series; Wired Wednesdays<br />
<br />
*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA''' - Outreach & Public Awareness - Carolyn, Liz<br />
**Extension and funding for video work<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase''' - Focus groups, trainings, webinars - Carolyn, Liz, Tori, Rachel, Sarah, Ben<br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''Tori's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Social Media''' - Send articles, webinars, videos, general information, etc. for posting to Tori<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''Kayla's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Graphic Design Projects''' - Kayla<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''Raminta's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Video Projects''' <br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
<br />
K-12 Updates<br />
*Year 3 Statement of Work GaDOE has been submitted<br />
**Next State Board of Education meeting is November<br />
*Continuing current K-12 deliverables<br />
** Consultations<br />
**Software<br />
** Loan Requests<br />
***Ordered & received some new equipment for loans based on requests<br />
***schedule a time to go in and be sure we know how to use the equipment before loaning<br />
***be sure all equipment is inventoried and clearly labeled<br />
***discuss "marketing" plan - most is specialized equipment (FM system, portable, classroom soundfield system, etc.)<br />
***target particular groups to let them know about the new equipment so we don't create a backlog of requests<br />
*Texthelp – November 16, 2021 – Texthelp Master Class @ CIDI (in person)<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''Norah's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Updates'''<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''GVRA Project (Ben)'''==<br />
<br />
Team & Project Plan<br />
* Ben has met with Matthew Blake - planning for:<br />
** GVRA Portal <br />
** Monthly report automation<br />
* Now working on September Report<br />
<br />
GVRA Updates<br />
* Planning to meet with GVRA Transition team in October to discuss:<br />
** "Pilot within Pilot" to model reporting for K-12 Districts<br />
** Plans to incorporate IPSE programs into project<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''==<br />
*Wired Wednesdays- Ciara is working on October- It will be about the new features in the C-Pens. WATAP will be covering November and December. <br />
*AT Lab- thank you to everyone who helped! Items on the 2nd floor have been organized. Worked with IT and things that no longer work will need to be surplused. Charlie has the form for that and can assist. Drawers are labeled with items and will be added onto an online word doc in the AT Lab channel on TEAMS. There is also another document for items needed for the lab (this is not AT equipment)<br />
*Have added serval new AT items for voice amplification and FM system<br />
*Met with Carolyn and IT team in regards to the SRI/TFL database- looking for solutions to make the database be more automatic and efficient<br />
*Rachel, Martha, Sal presenting Chattahoochee OTA class on October 14th<br />
*Adam Palmer has been rescheduled to October 25th- please let me know what you would like to see https://www.palmervision.com/<br />
*working in several demos for DOE and parents that have contacted us<br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''Ciara's Updates'''==<br />
'''TFL Data:'''<br />
*Device Demo Oct. FY22 - Present All Centers: <br />
**Device Demo for FY21: 136<br />
**Device Demo for FY20:<br />
**Device Demo for FY19:<br />
*Device Demos Oct. FY22- Present TFL <br />
**Device Demo for FY21: 25<br />
**Device Demo for FY20:<br />
**Device Demo for FY19:<br />
*Device Loans Oct. FY22 - Present All Centers <br />
**Device Loans for FY21: 188<br />
**Device Loans for FY20:<br />
**Device Loans for FY19:<br />
*Device Loans Oct. FY22 - Present TFL <br />
**Device Loans for FY21: 76<br />
**Device Loans for FY20:<br />
**Device Loans for FY19:<br />
<br />
*Device Reutilization Oct. FY22 - <br />
**Device Reutilization for FY21: 4677<br />
**Device Reutilization for FY20:<br />
**Device Reutilization for FY19:<br />
<br />
'''TFL AppFinder:'''<br />
* Jamf Update & Timeline for Rollout<br />
* VPP Update & Timeline for Rollout<br />
* Highlight 1-3 New Apps in Appfinder<br />
<br />
'''TFL Lab:'''<br />
* Policies & Procedures Update<br />
** AT Lab Channel<br />
* "How to Guides" Updates<br />
* New AT for Lab Updates<br />
<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
*<br />
<br />
=='''Sal's Updates'''==<br />
*'''Aging Committees Updates'''<br />
**Who<br />
**What<br />
*'''Outreach & Trainings Updates''' <br />
**Upcoming<br />
*'''AT Lab - Organization Updates'''<br />
**New AT<br />
**Ideas<br />
'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''Rachel's Updates'''==<br />
*'''TFL AT Awareness for Dementia & Isolation Update''' <br />
**New AT<br />
*'''Interactive AT Lab'''<br />
**New AT Updates<br />
*'''DAS Contract'''<br />
**Updates<br />
** Policies & Procedures<br />
** ADRC<br />
*'''AT Makers'''<br />
* Updates<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''Sarah's Updates'''==<br />
*'''ACCESS Updates & Focus Groups'''<br />
*'''GT DSP Office Updates'''<br />
*'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (Johan)'''==<br />
<br />
*AccessGA <br />
**State Agency ADA Coordinators' Virtual Networking Event (Sept. 29th)<br />
**Technical assistance provided to state agencies<br />
*Fee-for-Service <br />
**Shepherd Center<br />
***Web Accessibility Evaluation completed<br />
***Technical assistance to follow<br />
***In process of lining up six trainings on disability awareness and digital accessibility<br />
**UDOIT Tool Evaluation for Brightspace LMS <br />
*** evaluation underway<br />
**BLH/NLM<br />
***74K Contract approved<br />
***2 of 19 trainings being tentatively scheduled Nov. 2 and Nov. 10 on topics related to disability awareness <br />
***A11y evaluation of NLM website<br />
***A11y evaluation of Moodle LMS<br />
***Technical assistance<br />
**Request from ASTHO <br />
***Trainings on Disability Awareness Digital A11y<br />
**JCC Chicago<br />
***SoW pending<br />
***Web a11y evaluation and technical assistance requested<br />
***awaiting testing environment<br />
**UX Initiatives<br />
***Several ongoing projects in the coming weeks/months involving UX<br />
****Aging Well Access<br />
****Dementia Access<br />
****Washington AT Access <br />
****AT Network <br />
****AT3 AT Access<br />
'''New Professional Development Resource I Recommend!'''<br />
<br />
=='''AAC Programs (DeeDee)'''==<br />
* Setting up AAC Lab laptop<br />
* Display devices have been set up and labeling begun<br />
<br />
Display materials planned:<br />
* Device information <br />
* Posters/handouts on elements of AAC and Access (i.e., types of AAC devices, core words, switches, scanning access, etc.)<br />
* Handouts on implementation strategies, product information<br />
* Information on access from Pittsburg AAC Language Seminar - Karen Kangas<br />
* Model as a MASTER PAL for communication partner training<br />
* Considering list of training resources<br />
<br />
Kennesaw University UD Lab<br />
* Initial visit completed 8/24/21<br />
* Classification of apps by educational vs AT completed<br />
* Review of equipment updates begun<br />
<br />
* Training webinars and video production planning begun<br />
<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# University System of Georgia (USG) Benefits Open Enrollment will be held from Monday, October 25 – Friday, November 5, 2021. <br />
# Stay tuned for Your other GT Compliances!<br />
# Watch Resourcefulness: Being Problem Solvers and Solution Finders<br />
**https://www.linkedin.com/learning/developing-resourcefulness/what-does-it-mean-to-be-resourceful?u=2163426<br />
# TFL Website Planning Party! Solutions Oriented! CP will hold the Date!</div>Rsatterfield8http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_10/5/2021&diff=6039TFL Team Meeting - 10/5/20212021-10-04T23:13:12Z<p>Rsatterfield8: /* GVRA Project (Ben) */</p>
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<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
<br />
*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
<br />
=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
<br />
1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
<br />
2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
<br />
3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
<br />
<br />
=Agenda=<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* ‘’’HR’’’<br />
** Critical Hire Process: AT Acquisition Manager Position<br />
** Critical Hire Process: Program Support Spec. Sr. Position<br />
*'''Cybersecurity Required Course'''<br />
**About the Training<br />
#Regularly occurring cybersecurity awareness training ensures that faculty, staff, and student employees are vigilant, prepared, and empowered to identify cyber threats or scams when they encounter them. Training also encourages employees to adopt practices that safeguard their information and technology from ransomware attacks and compromise.<br />
#Georgia Tech’s cybersecurity training covers a variety of topics such as cybersecurity policies, data protection categorizations, sharing protected data, and endpoint protection. <br />
#Employees can access the training via the recently updated Georgia Tech Employee Learning Portal (powered by Genius). https://gatech.geniussis.com/LearnerDashboard.aspx<br />
<br />
*'''Allocations'''<br />
**Make sure these are correct - any changes by 5pm Friday. <br />
* '''Projects:'''<br />
* GaDOE FY21<br />
* GVRA FY 22 <br />
* CDC Contract - NCE through Sept. 30, 2022. (Updates, ATOB, UNC Research & Dissemination of Videos)<br />
* HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** AT Team<br />
* AT3 - $50K - (May-August 31)<br />
* Georgia Division of Aging (DAS) - CARES Act - (Nov. 2021 - End Sept. 30, 2022!)<br />
* 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
* Wireless RERC - NCE - 2 Videos<br />
*'''Proposals:'''<br />
** GaDOE Year 3: Early Development <br />
* '''TFL Strategic Planning - Focused Sessions'''<br />
*Upcoming: <br />
**Direct Services - Martha (October)<br />
** AAC Lab - DeeDee (October)<br />
** AT Considerations - Gina (November)<br />
** Leadership & Training - Liz (October)<br />
** TFL Research - Ben (November)<br />
** TFL into CIDI S&E Research - Zerrin (December)<br />
** Wrap Up & Action Items - CP (December & January 2022)<br />
<br />
=='''Almost Complete!! CDC/F Trainings & Activities (Carolyn)'''==<br />
*'''COVID-19 Vaccine Videos'''<br />
** 5 Vaccine videos & 1 ASL Video - Thank you, Raminta, Norah & Liz!!!<br />
*ATOB! v16.2<br />
*EPIC National Webinar - Liz & CP (Completed)<br />
*American Public Health Conference Presentation<br />
*AUCD - Liz & CP<br />
<br />
=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates'''==<br />
'''Transition'''<br />
# Credit-Able - to FODAC!!<br />
# Physical files will still remain in Danny's office <br />
<br />
'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Credit-Able applications are on hold<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(1) - AT Services During & After the Covid-19 Pandemic<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(2) - Public Health: feature our work on CDC Project<br />
** Guest Editor, Mark Harniss, U. Washington<br />
** Peer Reviews are in process<br />
<br />
'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT)''' <br />
* Preparing to submit for GTRI Seed Grant (focus on MoAT K12)<br />
* MoAT presentation accepted at GA EdTech Conference (ATL, Nov 3-5)<br />
* MoAT presentation accepted at ATIA (Orlando, Jan 27th)<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS''' <br />
* Team is preparing for an additional focus group on Mental Health Accommodations<br />
* Developing a focus group plan to discuss changes in retail settings since COVID-19 <br />
* Preparing a late October webinar on "Inclusion & Participation in the Workplace"<br />
** Speakers: Karen, Sarah & Ben<br />
** Overview of Work ACCESS<br />
** Accommodations / considerations for common spaces & communication<br />
<br />
'''AT Network'''<br />
* Beginning the process of mapping categories of AT from the AbleData database to the ISO 9999 classifications<br />
* Team has been exploring how to leverage evaluations done by TFL to help "seed" database<br />
** Dee Dee & Ben have proposed a template with levels at which eval data might be accessed.<br />
** Also looking for PowerPoint presentations and papers to include in the database.<br />
<br />
'''Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Program (ITEP)''' <br />
*Business Coaching under Joy Harris supervision is in progress<br />
*Final event will be scheduled for early November <br />
*Working with the New America Foundation for the annual conference<br />
<br />
'''NSF Project'''<br />
*Experiences of Students with Visual Impairments with Tactile Graphics in STEM Courses: Critical Interpretative Synthesis<br />
*Started my meetings with Dr. DeStefano <br />
*I will be attending SLR training next week <br />
<br />
'''ACCESS Projects''' <br />
*Have been working with the project team to develop protocols for the focus group<br />
*Joined one session as a note taker <br />
<br />
'''GVRA'''<br />
*Working with Ben, Martha, and Carolyn <br />
<br />
'''Spencer Foundation'''<br />
*Submitted a proposal<br />
<br />
'''GT-Microsoft Accessibility Research Seed Grants''' <br />
*Not funded <br />
<br />
'''FY21 Seed Grant Program''' <br />
*Not funded <br />
*We will be applying for the Oct cycle<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
<br />
*'''Tools for Life'''<br />
<br />
**Data Reminder: Don't forget to enter in your public awareness and I & A data. Include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures - Keep going! Follow up in late October.<br />
**Webinar archives - Are any of yours missing? - Tori continues to update and organize and will be reaching out<br />
**TFL Website, wiki - Liz, Kayla, Tori and Shaina - Soon!<br />
**Training plan - host more virtually - we're doing it!<br />
***ARC Disability 101<br />
***Cobb Co presentation <br />
<br />
*'''GCDD Accessibility Grant - Universal Design for Learning and Plain Language<br />
**June to September 2021 - $13,000<br />
**Liz, Norah, Tori (Carolyn and Trish support)<br />
***Met with GCDD team to start plan for trainings and creating the plain language guide<br />
<br />
*'''Credits''' - Training Team <br />
**CEU's - Continuing Education Units approved and distributed by the AAC Institute<br />
**CRC's - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Credits approved and distributed by the Commissioner Rehabilitation Counselor Certification or CRCC <br />
***All applications '''must be submitted no later than 30 days before the live event.''' <br />
<br />
*'''CDC/CDC Foundation''' - Carolyn-PI, Liz-Co-PI, Norah - Content Creator and Manager, Trish-Project Support<br />
**COVID-19 Accessible Materials for Individuals with Disabilities<br />
**CDC trainings are done!<br />
**Preparing for final meeting on 9/30 - need help to collect quotes/testimonials<br />
**Working on archiving the project <br />
**Microsite will run through 2022<br />
**Will still collect monthly analytics <br />
<br />
*'''Social Media''' - Send articles, webinars, videos, general information, etc. for posting to Tori<br />
<br />
*'''Graphic Design Projects''' - Kayla<br />
<br />
*'''ATAP (AT3)''' - AT Reuse Activities, AT Database - Carolyn, Liz, Trish(support)<br />
**Webinar - Completed!<br />
<br />
*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach''' Check out the [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website] to learn more. - Carolyn and Liz<br />
<br />
*'''Webinars''' - WORK ACCESS series; Wired Wednesdays<br />
<br />
*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA''' - Outreach & Public Awareness - Carolyn, Liz<br />
**Extension and funding for video work<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase''' - Focus groups, trainings, webinars - Carolyn, Liz, Tori, Rachel, Sarah, Ben<br />
<br />
=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
<br />
K-12 Updates<br />
*Year 3 Statement of Work GaDOE has been submitted, we still discussing some expansion opportunities<br />
*Actively supporting current K-12 deliverables<br />
** 3 Consultations submitted last week<br />
** loan extensions / loan requests<br />
**GaDOE Video Series – complete – GaDOE has not released all of them so we cannot release them publicly yet<br />
**Core Vocabulary, September 14, 2021 3:00 -3:30 (DeeDee) – 3 / 3 in GaDOE Webinar Series for Year 2 <br />
**Current focus EdTrade soft launch & feedback<br />
* *Direct Services Team Meeting – GaDOE refresh – looking for a time to reschedule<br />
*Presentations related to GaDOE Partnership<br />
**DeKalb County School Psychologist, September 15, 2021 (Gina) – TFL & GaDOE Partnership<br />
** Teachers of the Visually Impaired (TVI) Consortia, January 21, 2022 – TFL, GVRA & GaDOE Partnership presentation<br />
*Tools for Life Demos/Loans/Presentations<br />
**Texthelp – request training rooms November 9 or 16, 2021 – Texthelp Talks – in person<br />
**Emory Autism Center – AT / AAC for the Neurodiversity Class, November 9, 2021<br />
<br />
=='''GVRA Project (Ben)'''==<br />
<br />
Team & Project Plan<br />
* Ben has met with Matthew Blake - planning for:<br />
** GVRA Portal <br />
** Monthly report automation<br />
* Now working on September Report<br />
<br />
GVRA Updates<br />
* Planning to meet with GVRA Transition team in October to discuss:<br />
** "Pilot within Pilot" to model reporting for K-12 Districts<br />
** Plans to incorporate IPSE programs into project<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''== <br />
<br />
*Device Demo 10/1/ 20- Present All Centers 136<br />
*Device Demos 10/1/20- Present TFL 25<br />
<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present All Centers 188<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present TFL 76<br />
<br />
*Device Reutilization 4677<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
*Wired Wednesdays- Ciara is working on October- It will be about the new features in the C-Pens. WATAP will be covering November and December. <br />
*AT Lab- thank you to everyone who helped! Items on the 2nd floor have been organized. Worked with IT and things that no longer work will need to be surplused. Charlie has the form for that and can assist. Drawers are labeled with items and will be added onto an online word doc in the AT Lab channel on TEAMS. There is also another document for items needed for the lab (this is not AT equipment)<br />
*Have added serval new AT items for voice amplification and FM system<br />
*Rachel, Martha, Sal presenting Chattahoochee OTA class on October 14th<br />
*working in several demos for DOE and parents that have contacted us<br />
<br />
=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (Johan)'''==<br />
<br />
*AccessGA <br />
**State Agency ADA Coordinators' Virtual Networking Event (Sept. 29th)<br />
**Technical assistance provided to state agency<br />
**As part of National Disability Awareness Month in Oct, “Living and Thriving with a Disability” Webinar will be distributed to: <br />
***private contractors<br />
***Dept. of Community Health<br />
***Dept. of Labor<br />
***Office of Pardons and Paroles<br />
***Society of Human Resource Managers (SHRM)<br />
*Fee-for-Service <br />
**Shepherd Center – SoW approved<br />
***Web Accessibility Evaluation<br />
***Technical assistance<br />
*** Series of six trainings on disability awareness and digital accessibility<br />
**UDOIT Tool Evaluation for Brightspace LMS <br />
*** evaluation underway<br />
**BLH/NLM<br />
***Contract for just under 75K – awaiting final approval before Sept. 29th<br />
***A11y evaluation of NLM website<br />
***A11y evaluation of Moodle LMS<br />
***Technical assistance<br />
***19 trainings scheduled on topics related to disability awareness and digital accessibility <br />
**JCC Chicago<br />
***SoW pending<br />
***Web a11y evaluation and technical assistance requested<br />
***awaiting testing environment<br />
**Georgia AER/GVEST Combined Conference: Stronger Together<br />
***Friday, October 15, 2021 from 12 pm to 3:30 pm EST<br />
***Friday, March 11, 2021 from 12 pm to 3:30 pm EST<br />
***Gina’s presentation on March 11: EdTrade: Georgia’s K-12 Assistive Technology Reuse Program – Rethink, Reuse, Share, & Save<br />
**UX Initiatives<br />
***Several ongoing projects in the coming weeks/months involving UX<br />
****Aging Well Access<br />
****Dementia Access<br />
****Washington AT Access <br />
****AT Network <br />
****AT3 AT Access<br />
<br />
=='''AAC Programs (DeeDee)'''==<br />
* Setting up AAC Lab laptop<br />
* Display devices have been set up and labeling begun<br />
<br />
Display materials planned:<br />
* Device information <br />
* Posters/handouts on elements of AAC and Access (i.e., types of AAC devices, core words, switches, scanning access, etc.)<br />
* Handouts on implementation strategies, product information<br />
* Information on access from Pittsburg AAC Language Seminar - Karen Kangas<br />
* Model as a MASTER PAL for communication partner training<br />
* Considering list of training resources<br />
<br />
Kennesaw University UD Lab<br />
* Initial visit completed 8/24/21<br />
* Classification of apps by educational vs AT completed<br />
* Review of equipment updates begun<br />
<br />
* Training webinars and video production planning begun<br />
<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# Complete your Cybersecurity Compliance <br />
# Stay tuned for Your other GT Compliances - October & November!</div>Rsatterfield8http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_10/5/2021&diff=6038TFL Team Meeting - 10/5/20212021-10-04T23:12:21Z<p>Rsatterfield8: /* GVRA Project (Ben) */</p>
<hr />
<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
<br />
*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
<br />
=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
<br />
1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
<br />
2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
<br />
3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
<br />
<br />
=Agenda=<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* ‘’’HR’’’<br />
** Critical Hire Process: AT Acquisition Manager Position<br />
** Critical Hire Process: Program Support Spec. Sr. Position<br />
*'''Cybersecurity Required Course'''<br />
**About the Training<br />
#Regularly occurring cybersecurity awareness training ensures that faculty, staff, and student employees are vigilant, prepared, and empowered to identify cyber threats or scams when they encounter them. Training also encourages employees to adopt practices that safeguard their information and technology from ransomware attacks and compromise.<br />
#Georgia Tech’s cybersecurity training covers a variety of topics such as cybersecurity policies, data protection categorizations, sharing protected data, and endpoint protection. <br />
#Employees can access the training via the recently updated Georgia Tech Employee Learning Portal (powered by Genius). https://gatech.geniussis.com/LearnerDashboard.aspx<br />
<br />
*'''Allocations'''<br />
**Make sure these are correct - any changes by 5pm Friday. <br />
* '''Projects:'''<br />
* GaDOE FY21<br />
* GVRA FY 22 <br />
* CDC Contract - NCE through Sept. 30, 2022. (Updates, ATOB, UNC Research & Dissemination of Videos)<br />
* HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** AT Team<br />
* AT3 - $50K - (May-August 31)<br />
* Georgia Division of Aging (DAS) - CARES Act - (Nov. 2021 - End Sept. 30, 2022!)<br />
* 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
* Wireless RERC - NCE - 2 Videos<br />
*'''Proposals:'''<br />
** GaDOE Year 3: Early Development <br />
* '''TFL Strategic Planning - Focused Sessions'''<br />
*Upcoming: <br />
**Direct Services - Martha (October)<br />
** AAC Lab - DeeDee (October)<br />
** AT Considerations - Gina (November)<br />
** Leadership & Training - Liz (October)<br />
** TFL Research - Ben (November)<br />
** TFL into CIDI S&E Research - Zerrin (December)<br />
** Wrap Up & Action Items - CP (December & January 2022)<br />
<br />
=='''Almost Complete!! CDC/F Trainings & Activities (Carolyn)'''==<br />
*'''COVID-19 Vaccine Videos'''<br />
** 5 Vaccine videos & 1 ASL Video - Thank you, Raminta, Norah & Liz!!!<br />
*ATOB! v16.2<br />
*EPIC National Webinar - Liz & CP (Completed)<br />
*American Public Health Conference Presentation<br />
*AUCD - Liz & CP<br />
<br />
=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates'''==<br />
'''Transition'''<br />
# Credit-Able - to FODAC!!<br />
# Physical files will still remain in Danny's office <br />
<br />
'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Credit-Able applications are on hold<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(1) - AT Services During & After the Covid-19 Pandemic<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(2) - Public Health: feature our work on CDC Project<br />
** Guest Editor, Mark Harniss, U. Washington<br />
** Peer Reviews are in process<br />
<br />
'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT)''' <br />
* Preparing to submit for GTRI Seed Grant (focus on MoAT K12)<br />
* MoAT presentation accepted at GA EdTech Conference (ATL, Nov 3-5)<br />
* MoAT presentation accepted at ATIA (Orlando, Jan 27th)<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS''' <br />
* Team is preparing for an additional focus group on Mental Health Accommodations<br />
* Developing a focus group plan to discuss changes in retail settings since COVID-19 <br />
* Preparing a late October webinar on "Inclusion & Participation in the Workplace"<br />
** Speakers: Karen, Sarah & Ben<br />
** Overview of Work ACCESS<br />
** Accommodations / considerations for common spaces & communication<br />
<br />
'''AT Network'''<br />
* Beginning the process of mapping categories of AT from the AbleData database to the ISO 9999 classifications<br />
* Team has been exploring how to leverage evaluations done by TFL to help "seed" database<br />
** Dee Dee & Ben have proposed a template with levels at which eval data might be accessed.<br />
** Also looking for PowerPoint presentations and papers to include in the database.<br />
<br />
'''Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Program (ITEP)''' <br />
*Business Coaching under Joy Harris supervision is in progress<br />
*Final event will be scheduled for early November <br />
*Working with the New America Foundation for the annual conference<br />
<br />
'''NSF Project'''<br />
*Experiences of Students with Visual Impairments with Tactile Graphics in STEM Courses: Critical Interpretative Synthesis<br />
*Started my meetings with Dr. DeStefano <br />
*I will be attending SLR training next week <br />
<br />
'''ACCESS Projects''' <br />
*Have been working with the project team to develop protocols for the focus group<br />
*Joined one session as a note taker <br />
<br />
'''GVRA'''<br />
*Working with Ben, Martha, and Carolyn <br />
<br />
'''Spencer Foundation'''<br />
*Submitted a proposal<br />
<br />
'''GT-Microsoft Accessibility Research Seed Grants''' <br />
*Not funded <br />
<br />
'''FY21 Seed Grant Program''' <br />
*Not funded <br />
*We will be applying for the Oct cycle<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
<br />
*'''Tools for Life'''<br />
<br />
**Data Reminder: Don't forget to enter in your public awareness and I & A data. Include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures - Keep going! Follow up in late October.<br />
**Webinar archives - Are any of yours missing? - Tori continues to update and organize and will be reaching out<br />
**TFL Website, wiki - Liz, Kayla, Tori and Shaina - Soon!<br />
**Training plan - host more virtually - we're doing it!<br />
***ARC Disability 101<br />
***Cobb Co presentation <br />
<br />
*'''GCDD Accessibility Grant - Universal Design for Learning and Plain Language<br />
**June to September 2021 - $13,000<br />
**Liz, Norah, Tori (Carolyn and Trish support)<br />
***Met with GCDD team to start plan for trainings and creating the plain language guide<br />
<br />
*'''Credits''' - Training Team <br />
**CEU's - Continuing Education Units approved and distributed by the AAC Institute<br />
**CRC's - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Credits approved and distributed by the Commissioner Rehabilitation Counselor Certification or CRCC <br />
***All applications '''must be submitted no later than 30 days before the live event.''' <br />
<br />
*'''CDC/CDC Foundation''' - Carolyn-PI, Liz-Co-PI, Norah - Content Creator and Manager, Trish-Project Support<br />
**COVID-19 Accessible Materials for Individuals with Disabilities<br />
**CDC trainings are done!<br />
**Preparing for final meeting on 9/30 - need help to collect quotes/testimonials<br />
**Working on archiving the project <br />
**Microsite will run through 2022<br />
**Will still collect monthly analytics <br />
<br />
*'''Social Media''' - Send articles, webinars, videos, general information, etc. for posting to Tori<br />
<br />
*'''Graphic Design Projects''' - Kayla<br />
<br />
*'''ATAP (AT3)''' - AT Reuse Activities, AT Database - Carolyn, Liz, Trish(support)<br />
**Webinar - Completed!<br />
<br />
*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach''' Check out the [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website] to learn more. - Carolyn and Liz<br />
<br />
*'''Webinars''' - WORK ACCESS series; Wired Wednesdays<br />
<br />
*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA''' - Outreach & Public Awareness - Carolyn, Liz<br />
**Extension and funding for video work<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase''' - Focus groups, trainings, webinars - Carolyn, Liz, Tori, Rachel, Sarah, Ben<br />
<br />
=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
<br />
K-12 Updates<br />
*Year 3 Statement of Work GaDOE has been submitted, we still discussing some expansion opportunities<br />
*Actively supporting current K-12 deliverables<br />
** 3 Consultations submitted last week<br />
** loan extensions / loan requests<br />
**GaDOE Video Series – complete – GaDOE has not released all of them so we cannot release them publicly yet<br />
**Core Vocabulary, September 14, 2021 3:00 -3:30 (DeeDee) – 3 / 3 in GaDOE Webinar Series for Year 2 <br />
**Current focus EdTrade soft launch & feedback<br />
* *Direct Services Team Meeting – GaDOE refresh – looking for a time to reschedule<br />
*Presentations related to GaDOE Partnership<br />
**DeKalb County School Psychologist, September 15, 2021 (Gina) – TFL & GaDOE Partnership<br />
** Teachers of the Visually Impaired (TVI) Consortia, January 21, 2022 – TFL, GVRA & GaDOE Partnership presentation<br />
*Tools for Life Demos/Loans/Presentations<br />
**Texthelp – request training rooms November 9 or 16, 2021 – Texthelp Talks – in person<br />
**Emory Autism Center – AT / AAC for the Neurodiversity Class, November 9, 2021<br />
<br />
=='''GVRA Project (Ben)'''==<br />
<br />
Team & Project Plan<br />
* Ben has met with Matthew Blake - planning for:<br />
** GVRA Portal <br />
** Monthly report automation<br />
* Working on September Report<br />
<br />
GVRA Updates<br />
* Planning to meet with GVRA Transition team in October to discuss:<br />
** "Pilot within Pilot" to model reporting for K-12 Districts<br />
** Plans to incorporate IPSE programs into project<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''== <br />
<br />
*Device Demo 10/1/ 20- Present All Centers 136<br />
*Device Demos 10/1/20- Present TFL 25<br />
<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present All Centers 188<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present TFL 76<br />
<br />
*Device Reutilization 4677<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
*Wired Wednesdays- Ciara is working on October- It will be about the new features in the C-Pens. WATAP will be covering November and December. <br />
*AT Lab- thank you to everyone who helped! Items on the 2nd floor have been organized. Worked with IT and things that no longer work will need to be surplused. Charlie has the form for that and can assist. Drawers are labeled with items and will be added onto an online word doc in the AT Lab channel on TEAMS. There is also another document for items needed for the lab (this is not AT equipment)<br />
*Have added serval new AT items for voice amplification and FM system<br />
*Rachel, Martha, Sal presenting Chattahoochee OTA class on October 14th<br />
*working in several demos for DOE and parents that have contacted us<br />
<br />
=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (Johan)'''==<br />
<br />
*AccessGA <br />
**State Agency ADA Coordinators' Virtual Networking Event (Sept. 29th)<br />
**Technical assistance provided to state agency<br />
**As part of National Disability Awareness Month in Oct, “Living and Thriving with a Disability” Webinar will be distributed to: <br />
***private contractors<br />
***Dept. of Community Health<br />
***Dept. of Labor<br />
***Office of Pardons and Paroles<br />
***Society of Human Resource Managers (SHRM)<br />
*Fee-for-Service <br />
**Shepherd Center – SoW approved<br />
***Web Accessibility Evaluation<br />
***Technical assistance<br />
*** Series of six trainings on disability awareness and digital accessibility<br />
**UDOIT Tool Evaluation for Brightspace LMS <br />
*** evaluation underway<br />
**BLH/NLM<br />
***Contract for just under 75K – awaiting final approval before Sept. 29th<br />
***A11y evaluation of NLM website<br />
***A11y evaluation of Moodle LMS<br />
***Technical assistance<br />
***19 trainings scheduled on topics related to disability awareness and digital accessibility <br />
**JCC Chicago<br />
***SoW pending<br />
***Web a11y evaluation and technical assistance requested<br />
***awaiting testing environment<br />
**Georgia AER/GVEST Combined Conference: Stronger Together<br />
***Friday, October 15, 2021 from 12 pm to 3:30 pm EST<br />
***Friday, March 11, 2021 from 12 pm to 3:30 pm EST<br />
***Gina’s presentation on March 11: EdTrade: Georgia’s K-12 Assistive Technology Reuse Program – Rethink, Reuse, Share, & Save<br />
**UX Initiatives<br />
***Several ongoing projects in the coming weeks/months involving UX<br />
****Aging Well Access<br />
****Dementia Access<br />
****Washington AT Access <br />
****AT Network <br />
****AT3 AT Access<br />
<br />
=='''AAC Programs (DeeDee)'''==<br />
* Setting up AAC Lab laptop<br />
* Display devices have been set up and labeling begun<br />
<br />
Display materials planned:<br />
* Device information <br />
* Posters/handouts on elements of AAC and Access (i.e., types of AAC devices, core words, switches, scanning access, etc.)<br />
* Handouts on implementation strategies, product information<br />
* Information on access from Pittsburg AAC Language Seminar - Karen Kangas<br />
* Model as a MASTER PAL for communication partner training<br />
* Considering list of training resources<br />
<br />
Kennesaw University UD Lab<br />
* Initial visit completed 8/24/21<br />
* Classification of apps by educational vs AT completed<br />
* Review of equipment updates begun<br />
<br />
* Training webinars and video production planning begun<br />
<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# Complete your Cybersecurity Compliance <br />
# Stay tuned for Your other GT Compliances - October & November!</div>Rsatterfield8http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_10/5/2021&diff=6037TFL Team Meeting - 10/5/20212021-10-04T23:08:39Z<p>Rsatterfield8: /* TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn) */</p>
<hr />
<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
<br />
*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
<br />
=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
<br />
1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
<br />
2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
<br />
3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
<br />
<br />
=Agenda=<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* ‘’’HR’’’<br />
** Critical Hire Process: AT Acquisition Manager Position<br />
** Critical Hire Process: Program Support Spec. Sr. Position<br />
*'''Cybersecurity Required Course'''<br />
**About the Training<br />
#Regularly occurring cybersecurity awareness training ensures that faculty, staff, and student employees are vigilant, prepared, and empowered to identify cyber threats or scams when they encounter them. Training also encourages employees to adopt practices that safeguard their information and technology from ransomware attacks and compromise.<br />
#Georgia Tech’s cybersecurity training covers a variety of topics such as cybersecurity policies, data protection categorizations, sharing protected data, and endpoint protection. <br />
#Employees can access the training via the recently updated Georgia Tech Employee Learning Portal (powered by Genius). https://gatech.geniussis.com/LearnerDashboard.aspx<br />
<br />
*'''Allocations'''<br />
**Make sure these are correct - any changes by 5pm Friday. <br />
* '''Projects:'''<br />
* GaDOE FY21<br />
* GVRA FY 22 <br />
* CDC Contract - NCE through Sept. 30, 2022. (Updates, ATOB, UNC Research & Dissemination of Videos)<br />
* HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** AT Team<br />
* AT3 - $50K - (May-August 31)<br />
* Georgia Division of Aging (DAS) - CARES Act - (Nov. 2021 - End Sept. 30, 2022!)<br />
* 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
* Wireless RERC - NCE - 2 Videos<br />
*'''Proposals:'''<br />
** GaDOE Year 3: Early Development <br />
* '''TFL Strategic Planning - Focused Sessions'''<br />
*Upcoming: <br />
**Direct Services - Martha (October)<br />
** AAC Lab - DeeDee (October)<br />
** AT Considerations - Gina (November)<br />
** Leadership & Training - Liz (October)<br />
** TFL Research - Ben (November)<br />
** TFL into CIDI S&E Research - Zerrin (December)<br />
** Wrap Up & Action Items - CP (December & January 2022)<br />
<br />
=='''Almost Complete!! CDC/F Trainings & Activities (Carolyn)'''==<br />
*'''COVID-19 Vaccine Videos'''<br />
** 5 Vaccine videos & 1 ASL Video - Thank you, Raminta, Norah & Liz!!!<br />
*ATOB! v16.2<br />
*EPIC National Webinar - Liz & CP (Completed)<br />
*American Public Health Conference Presentation<br />
*AUCD - Liz & CP<br />
<br />
=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates'''==<br />
'''Transition'''<br />
# Credit-Able - to FODAC!!<br />
# Physical files will still remain in Danny's office <br />
<br />
'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Credit-Able applications are on hold<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(1) - AT Services During & After the Covid-19 Pandemic<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(2) - Public Health: feature our work on CDC Project<br />
** Guest Editor, Mark Harniss, U. Washington<br />
** Peer Reviews are in process<br />
<br />
'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT)''' <br />
* Preparing to submit for GTRI Seed Grant (focus on MoAT K12)<br />
* MoAT presentation accepted at GA EdTech Conference (ATL, Nov 3-5)<br />
* MoAT presentation accepted at ATIA (Orlando, Jan 27th)<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS''' <br />
* Team is preparing for an additional focus group on Mental Health Accommodations<br />
* Developing a focus group plan to discuss changes in retail settings since COVID-19 <br />
* Preparing a late October webinar on "Inclusion & Participation in the Workplace"<br />
** Speakers: Karen, Sarah & Ben<br />
** Overview of Work ACCESS<br />
** Accommodations / considerations for common spaces & communication<br />
<br />
'''AT Network'''<br />
* Beginning the process of mapping categories of AT from the AbleData database to the ISO 9999 classifications<br />
* Team has been exploring how to leverage evaluations done by TFL to help "seed" database<br />
** Dee Dee & Ben have proposed a template with levels at which eval data might be accessed.<br />
** Also looking for PowerPoint presentations and papers to include in the database.<br />
<br />
'''Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Program (ITEP)''' <br />
*Business Coaching under Joy Harris supervision is in progress<br />
*Final event will be scheduled for early November <br />
*Working with the New America Foundation for the annual conference<br />
<br />
'''NSF Project'''<br />
*Experiences of Students with Visual Impairments with Tactile Graphics in STEM Courses: Critical Interpretative Synthesis<br />
*Started my meetings with Dr. DeStefano <br />
*I will be attending SLR training next week <br />
<br />
'''ACCESS Projects''' <br />
*Have been working with the project team to develop protocols for the focus group<br />
*Joined one session as a note taker <br />
<br />
'''GVRA'''<br />
*Working with Ben, Martha, and Carolyn <br />
<br />
'''Spencer Foundation'''<br />
*Submitted a proposal<br />
<br />
'''GT-Microsoft Accessibility Research Seed Grants''' <br />
*Not funded <br />
<br />
'''FY21 Seed Grant Program''' <br />
*Not funded <br />
*We will be applying for the Oct cycle<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
<br />
*'''Tools for Life'''<br />
<br />
**Data Reminder: Don't forget to enter in your public awareness and I & A data. Include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures - Keep going! Follow up in late October.<br />
**Webinar archives - Are any of yours missing? - Tori continues to update and organize and will be reaching out<br />
**TFL Website, wiki - Liz, Kayla, Tori and Shaina - Soon!<br />
**Training plan - host more virtually - we're doing it!<br />
***ARC Disability 101<br />
***Cobb Co presentation <br />
<br />
*'''GCDD Accessibility Grant - Universal Design for Learning and Plain Language<br />
**June to September 2021 - $13,000<br />
**Liz, Norah, Tori (Carolyn and Trish support)<br />
***Met with GCDD team to start plan for trainings and creating the plain language guide<br />
<br />
*'''Credits''' - Training Team <br />
**CEU's - Continuing Education Units approved and distributed by the AAC Institute<br />
**CRC's - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Credits approved and distributed by the Commissioner Rehabilitation Counselor Certification or CRCC <br />
***All applications '''must be submitted no later than 30 days before the live event.''' <br />
<br />
*'''CDC/CDC Foundation''' - Carolyn-PI, Liz-Co-PI, Norah - Content Creator and Manager, Trish-Project Support<br />
**COVID-19 Accessible Materials for Individuals with Disabilities<br />
**CDC trainings are done!<br />
**Preparing for final meeting on 9/30 - need help to collect quotes/testimonials<br />
**Working on archiving the project <br />
**Microsite will run through 2022<br />
**Will still collect monthly analytics <br />
<br />
*'''Social Media''' - Send articles, webinars, videos, general information, etc. for posting to Tori<br />
<br />
*'''Graphic Design Projects''' - Kayla<br />
<br />
*'''ATAP (AT3)''' - AT Reuse Activities, AT Database - Carolyn, Liz, Trish(support)<br />
**Webinar - Completed!<br />
<br />
*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach''' Check out the [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website] to learn more. - Carolyn and Liz<br />
<br />
*'''Webinars''' - WORK ACCESS series; Wired Wednesdays<br />
<br />
*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA''' - Outreach & Public Awareness - Carolyn, Liz<br />
**Extension and funding for video work<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase''' - Focus groups, trainings, webinars - Carolyn, Liz, Tori, Rachel, Sarah, Ben<br />
<br />
=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
<br />
K-12 Updates<br />
*Year 3 Statement of Work GaDOE has been submitted, we still discussing some expansion opportunities<br />
*Actively supporting current K-12 deliverables<br />
** 3 Consultations submitted last week<br />
** loan extensions / loan requests<br />
**GaDOE Video Series – complete – GaDOE has not released all of them so we cannot release them publicly yet<br />
**Core Vocabulary, September 14, 2021 3:00 -3:30 (DeeDee) – 3 / 3 in GaDOE Webinar Series for Year 2 <br />
**Current focus EdTrade soft launch & feedback<br />
* *Direct Services Team Meeting – GaDOE refresh – looking for a time to reschedule<br />
*Presentations related to GaDOE Partnership<br />
**DeKalb County School Psychologist, September 15, 2021 (Gina) – TFL & GaDOE Partnership<br />
** Teachers of the Visually Impaired (TVI) Consortia, January 21, 2022 – TFL, GVRA & GaDOE Partnership presentation<br />
*Tools for Life Demos/Loans/Presentations<br />
**Texthelp – request training rooms November 9 or 16, 2021 – Texthelp Talks – in person<br />
**Emory Autism Center – AT / AAC for the Neurodiversity Class, November 9, 2021<br />
<br />
=='''GVRA Project (Ben)'''==<br />
<br />
Contracts & Administration <br />
* Walton Subcontract PO finally fully authorized (Thanks to Eric T. for his help!)<br />
* Finalizing: TextHelp Software purchase orders and payment <br />
<br />
Team & Project Plan<br />
* Ben has met with most team members to discuss allocations and project roles<br />
* Still need to meet with IT - planning for:<br />
** GVRA Portal <br />
** Monthly report automation<br />
* Updated Project Plan Gantt Chart is available on Teams site.<br />
* August Report was completed and delivered<br />
<br />
GVRA Updates<br />
* Ben is meeting this week with Jeff Allen to discuss monthly reporting.<br />
* Planning to meet with GVRA Transition team in September to discuss<br />
** "Pilot within Pilot" to model reporting for K-12 Districts<br />
** Plans to incorporate IPSE programs into project<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''== <br />
<br />
*Device Demo 10/1/ 20- Present All Centers 136<br />
*Device Demos 10/1/20- Present TFL 25<br />
<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present All Centers 188<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present TFL 76<br />
<br />
*Device Reutilization 4677<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
*Wired Wednesdays- Ciara is working on October- It will be about the new features in the C-Pens. WATAP will be covering November and December. <br />
*AT Lab- thank you to everyone who helped! Items on the 2nd floor have been organized. Worked with IT and things that no longer work will need to be surplused. Charlie has the form for that and can assist. Drawers are labeled with items and will be added onto an online word doc in the AT Lab channel on TEAMS. There is also another document for items needed for the lab (this is not AT equipment)<br />
*Have added serval new AT items for voice amplification and FM system<br />
*Rachel, Martha, Sal presenting Chattahoochee OTA class on October 14th<br />
*working in several demos for DOE and parents that have contacted us<br />
<br />
=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (Johan)'''==<br />
<br />
*AccessGA <br />
**State Agency ADA Coordinators' Virtual Networking Event (Sept. 29th)<br />
**Technical assistance provided to state agency<br />
**As part of National Disability Awareness Month in Oct, “Living and Thriving with a Disability” Webinar will be distributed to: <br />
***private contractors<br />
***Dept. of Community Health<br />
***Dept. of Labor<br />
***Office of Pardons and Paroles<br />
***Society of Human Resource Managers (SHRM)<br />
*Fee-for-Service <br />
**Shepherd Center – SoW approved<br />
***Web Accessibility Evaluation<br />
***Technical assistance<br />
*** Series of six trainings on disability awareness and digital accessibility<br />
**UDOIT Tool Evaluation for Brightspace LMS <br />
*** evaluation underway<br />
**BLH/NLM<br />
***Contract for just under 75K – awaiting final approval before Sept. 29th<br />
***A11y evaluation of NLM website<br />
***A11y evaluation of Moodle LMS<br />
***Technical assistance<br />
***19 trainings scheduled on topics related to disability awareness and digital accessibility <br />
**JCC Chicago<br />
***SoW pending<br />
***Web a11y evaluation and technical assistance requested<br />
***awaiting testing environment<br />
**Georgia AER/GVEST Combined Conference: Stronger Together<br />
***Friday, October 15, 2021 from 12 pm to 3:30 pm EST<br />
***Friday, March 11, 2021 from 12 pm to 3:30 pm EST<br />
***Gina’s presentation on March 11: EdTrade: Georgia’s K-12 Assistive Technology Reuse Program – Rethink, Reuse, Share, & Save<br />
**UX Initiatives<br />
***Several ongoing projects in the coming weeks/months involving UX<br />
****Aging Well Access<br />
****Dementia Access<br />
****Washington AT Access <br />
****AT Network <br />
****AT3 AT Access<br />
<br />
=='''AAC Programs (DeeDee)'''==<br />
* Setting up AAC Lab laptop<br />
* Display devices have been set up and labeling begun<br />
<br />
Display materials planned:<br />
* Device information <br />
* Posters/handouts on elements of AAC and Access (i.e., types of AAC devices, core words, switches, scanning access, etc.)<br />
* Handouts on implementation strategies, product information<br />
* Information on access from Pittsburg AAC Language Seminar - Karen Kangas<br />
* Model as a MASTER PAL for communication partner training<br />
* Considering list of training resources<br />
<br />
Kennesaw University UD Lab<br />
* Initial visit completed 8/24/21<br />
* Classification of apps by educational vs AT completed<br />
* Review of equipment updates begun<br />
<br />
* Training webinars and video production planning begun<br />
<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# Complete your Cybersecurity Compliance <br />
# Stay tuned for Your other GT Compliances - October & November!</div>Rsatterfield8http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_9/21/2021&diff=6028TFL Team Meeting - 9/21/20212021-09-21T14:27:47Z<p>Rsatterfield8: /* TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn) */</p>
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<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
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*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
<br />
=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
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1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
<br />
2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
<br />
3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
<br />
<br />
=Agenda=<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* ‘’’HR’’’<br />
** Critical Hire Process: AT Acquisition Manager Position<br />
** Critical Hire Process: Program Support Spec. Sr. Position<br />
*'''Cybersecurity Required Course'''<br />
**About the Training<br />
#Regularly occurring cybersecurity awareness training ensures that faculty, staff, and student employees are vigilant, prepared, and empowered to identify cyber threats or scams when they encounter them. Training also encourages employees to adopt practices that safeguard their information and technology from ransomware attacks and compromise.<br />
#Georgia Tech’s cybersecurity training covers a variety of topics such as cybersecurity policies, data protection categorizations, sharing protected data, and endpoint protection. <br />
#Employees can access the training via the recently updated Georgia Tech Employee Learning Portal (powered by Genius). https://gatech.geniussis.com/LearnerDashboard.aspx<br />
<br />
*'''Allocations'''<br />
**Make sure these are correct - any changes by 5pm Friday. <br />
* '''Projects:'''<br />
* GaDOE FY21<br />
* GVRA FY 22 <br />
* CDC Contract - NCE through Sept. 30, 2022. (Updates, ATOB, UNC Research & Dissemination of Videos)<br />
* HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** AT Team<br />
* AT3 - $50K - (May-August 31)<br />
* Georgia Division of Aging (DAS) - CARES Act - (Nov. 2021 - End Sept. 30, 2022!)<br />
* 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
* Wireless RERC - NCE - 2 Videos<br />
*'''Proposals:'''<br />
** GaDOE Year 3: Early Development <br />
* '''TFL Strategic Planning - Focused Sessions'''<br />
*Upcoming: <br />
**Direct Services - Martha (October)<br />
** AAC Lab - DeeDee (October)<br />
** AT Considerations - Gina (November)<br />
** Leadership & Training - Liz (October)<br />
** TFL Research - Ben (November)<br />
** TFL into CIDI S&E Research - Zerrin (December)<br />
** Wrap Up & Action Items - CP (December & January 2022)<br />
<br />
=='''Almost Complete!! CDC/F Trainings & Activities (Carolyn)'''==<br />
*'''COVID-19 Vaccine Videos'''<br />
** 5 Vaccine videos & 1 ASL Video - Thank you, Raminta, Norah & Liz!!!<br />
*ATOB! v16.2<br />
*EPIC National Webinar - Liz & CP (Completed)<br />
*American Public Health Conference Presentation<br />
*AUCD - Liz & CP<br />
<br />
=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates'''==<br />
'''Transition'''<br />
# Credit-Able - to FODAC!!<br />
# Physical files will still remain in Danny's office <br />
<br />
'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Credit-Able applications are on hold<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(1) - AT Services During & After the Covid-19 Pandemic<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(2) - Public Health: feature our work on CDC Project<br />
** Guest Editor, Mark Harniss, U. Washington<br />
** Peer Reviews are in process<br />
<br />
'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT)''' <br />
* Submitted a SMART TECH Report - paper documenting the Mastery of AT project and findings <br />
* NIDILRR FIP proposal was not funded..<br />
** Composite Review Score was 95 <br />
** Typically good enough for funding<br />
** Team is examining critique to improve future proposals<br />
* MoAT presentation accepted at GA EdTech Conference (ATL, Nov 3-5)<br />
* MoAT presentation accepted at ATIA (Orlando, Jan 27th)<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS''' <br />
* Team is preparing for an additional focus group on Mental Health Accommodations<br />
* Developing a focus group plan to discuss changes in retail settings since COVID-19 <br />
* Resuming work on Workstations decision tree<br />
* Launching Validation Surveys for completed decision trees<br />
* Preparing a late October webinar on "Inclusion & Participation in the Workplace"<br />
** Speakers: Karen, Sarah & Ben<br />
** Overview of Work ACCESS<br />
** Accommodations / considerations for common spaces & communication<br />
<br />
'''AT Network'''<br />
* Beginning the process of mapping categories of AT from the AbleData database to the ISO 9999 classifications<br />
* Team has been exploring how to leverage evaluations done by TFL to help "seed" database<br />
** Dee Dee & Ben have proposed a template with levels at which eval data might be accessed.<br />
** Also looking for PowerPoint presentations and papers to include in the database.<br />
<br />
'''Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Program (ITEP)''' <br />
*Business Coaching under Joy Harris supervision is in progress<br />
*Final event will be scheduled for early November <br />
*Working with the New America Foundation for the annual conference<br />
<br />
'''NSF Project'''<br />
*Experiences of Students with Visual Impairments with Tactile Graphics in STEM Courses: Critical Interpretative Synthesis<br />
*Started my meetings with Dr. DeStefano <br />
*I will be attending SLR training next week <br />
<br />
'''ACCESS Projects''' <br />
*Have been working with the project team to develop protocols for the focus group<br />
*Joined one session as a note taker <br />
<br />
'''GVRA'''<br />
*Working with Ben, Martha, and Carolyn <br />
<br />
'''Spencer Foundation'''<br />
*Submitted a proposal<br />
<br />
'''GT-Microsoft Accessibility Research Seed Grants''' <br />
*Not funded <br />
<br />
'''FY21 Seed Grant Program''' <br />
*Not funded <br />
*We will be applying for the Oct cycle<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
<br />
*'''Tools for Life'''<br />
<br />
**Data Reminder: Don't forget to enter in your public awareness and I & A data. Include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures - Keep going! Follow up in late October.<br />
**Webinar archives - Are any of yours missing? - Tori continues to update and organize and will be reaching out<br />
**TFL Website, wiki - Liz, Kayla, Tori and Shaina - Soon!<br />
**Training plan - host more virtually - we're doing it!<br />
***ARC Disability 101<br />
***Cobb Co presentation <br />
<br />
*'''GCDD Accessibility Grant - Universal Design for Learning and Plain Language<br />
**June to September 2021 - $13,000<br />
**Liz, Norah, Tori (Carolyn and Trish support)<br />
***Met with GCDD team to start plan for trainings and creating the plain language guide<br />
<br />
*'''Credits''' - Training Team <br />
**CEU's - Continuing Education Units approved and distributed by the AAC Institute<br />
**CRC's - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Credits approved and distributed by the Commissioner Rehabilitation Counselor Certification or CRCC <br />
***All applications '''must be submitted no later than 30 days before the live event.''' <br />
<br />
*'''CDC/CDC Foundation''' - Carolyn-PI, Liz-Co-PI, Norah - Content Creator and Manager, Trish-Project Support<br />
**COVID-19 Accessible Materials for Individuals with Disabilities<br />
**CDC trainings are done!<br />
**Preparing for final meeting on 9/30 - need help to collect quotes/testimonials<br />
**Working on archiving the project <br />
**Microsite will run through 2022<br />
**Will still collect monthly analytics <br />
<br />
*'''Social Media''' - Send articles, webinars, videos, general information, etc. for posting to Tori<br />
<br />
*'''Graphic Design Projects''' - Kayla<br />
<br />
*'''ATAP (AT3)''' - AT Reuse Activities, AT Database - Carolyn, Liz, Trish(support)<br />
**Webinar - Completed!<br />
<br />
*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach''' Check out the [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website] to learn more. - Carolyn and Liz<br />
<br />
*'''Webinars''' - WORK ACCESS series; Wired Wednesdays<br />
<br />
*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA''' - Outreach & Public Awareness - Carolyn, Liz<br />
**Extension and funding for video work<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase''' - Focus groups, trainings, webinars - Carolyn, Liz, Tori, Rachel, Sarah, Ben<br />
<br />
=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
<br />
K-12 Updates<br />
*Year 3 Statement of Work GaDOE has been submitted, we still discussing some expansion opportunities<br />
*Actively supporting current K-12 deliverables<br />
** 3 Consultations submitted last week<br />
** loan extensions / loan requests<br />
**GaDOE Video Series – complete – GaDOE has not released all of them so we cannot release them publicly yet<br />
**Core Vocabulary, September 14, 2021 3:00 -3:30 (DeeDee) – 3 / 3 in GaDOE Webinar Series for Year 2 <br />
**Current focus EdTrade soft launch & feedback<br />
* *Direct Services Team Meeting – GaDOE refresh – looking for a time to reschedule<br />
*Presentations related to GaDOE Partnership<br />
**DeKalb County School Psychologist, September 15, 2021 (Gina) – TFL & GaDOE Partnership<br />
** Teachers of the Visually Impaired (TVI) Consortia, January 21, 2022 – TFL, GVRA & GaDOE Partnership presentation<br />
*Tools for Life Demos/Loans/Presentations<br />
**Texthelp – request training rooms November 9 or 16, 2021 – Texthelp Talks – in person<br />
**Emory Autism Center – AT / AAC for the Neurodiversity Class, November 9, 2021<br />
<br />
=='''GVRA Project (Ben)'''==<br />
<br />
Contracts & Administration <br />
* Walton Subcontract PO finally fully authorized (Thanks to Eric T. for his help!)<br />
* Finalizing: TextHelp Software purchase orders and payment <br />
<br />
Team & Project Plan<br />
* Ben has met with most team members to discuss allocations and project roles<br />
* Still need to meet with IT - planning for:<br />
** GVRA Portal <br />
** Monthly report automation<br />
* Updated Project Plan Gantt Chart is available on Teams site.<br />
* August Report was completed and delivered<br />
<br />
GVRA Updates<br />
* Ben is meeting this week with Jeff Allen to discuss monthly reporting.<br />
* Planning to meet with GVRA Transition team in September to discuss<br />
** "Pilot within Pilot" to model reporting for K-12 Districts<br />
** Plans to incorporate IPSE programs into project<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''== <br />
<br />
*Device Demo 10/1/ 20- Present All Centers 136<br />
*Device Demos 10/1/20- Present TFL 25<br />
<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present All Centers 173<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present TFL 61<br />
<br />
*Device Reutilization 4177<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
*Wired Wednesdays- Ciara is working on October- It will be about the new features in the C-Pens. WATAP will be covering November and December. <br />
*Wrapping up DAS Contract- waiting on a few more items to come in to be mailed<br />
*Rachel and Sal presenting on the 23rd Lunch and Learn for Caregiver Support Team<br />
*working in several demos for DOE and parents that have contacted us<br />
<br />
=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (Johan)'''==<br />
<br />
*AccessGA <br />
**State Agency ADA Coordinators' Virtual Networking Event (Sept. 29th)<br />
**Technical assistance provided to state agency<br />
**As part of National Disability Awareness Month in Oct, “Living and Thriving with a Disability” Webinar will be distributed to: <br />
***private contractors<br />
***Dept. of Community Health<br />
***Dept. of Labor<br />
***Office of Pardons and Paroles<br />
***Society of Human Resource Managers (SHRM)<br />
*Fee-for-Service <br />
**Shepherd Center – SoW approved<br />
***Web Accessibility Evaluation<br />
***Technical assistance<br />
*** Series of six trainings on disability awareness and digital accessibility<br />
**UDOIT Tool Evaluation for Brightspace LMS <br />
*** evaluation underway<br />
**BLH/NLM<br />
***Contract for just under 75K – awaiting final approval before Sept. 29th<br />
***A11y evaluation of NLM website<br />
***A11y evaluation of Moodle LMS<br />
***Technical assistance<br />
***19 trainings scheduled on topics related to disability awareness and digital accessibility <br />
**JCC Chicago<br />
***SoW pending<br />
***Web a11y evaluation and technical assistance requested<br />
***awaiting testing environment<br />
**Georgia AER/GVEST Combined Conference: Stronger Together<br />
***Friday, October 15, 2021 from 12 pm to 3:30 pm EST<br />
***Friday, March 11, 2021 from 12 pm to 3:30 pm EST<br />
***Gina’s presentation on March 11: EdTrade: Georgia’s K-12 Assistive Technology Reuse Program – Rethink, Reuse, Share, & Save<br />
**UX Initiatives<br />
***Several ongoing projects in the coming weeks/months involving UX<br />
****Aging Well Access<br />
****Dementia Access<br />
****Washington AT Access <br />
****AT Network <br />
****AT3 AT Access<br />
<br />
=='''AAC Programs (DeeDee)'''==<br />
* Setting up AAC Lab laptop<br />
* Display equipment has been received<br />
* Planning an office day to begin setting up displays and plan posters<br />
<br />
Display materials planned:<br />
* Device information <br />
* Posters/handouts on elements of AAC and Access (i.e., types of AAC devices, core words, switches, scanning access, etc.)<br />
* Handouts on implementation strategies, product information<br />
* Information on access from Pittsburg AAC Language Seminar - Karen Kangas<br />
* Model as a MASTER PAL for communication partner training<br />
* Considering list of training resources<br />
<br />
=='''TFL & ADA 30th Celebration'''==<br />
<br />
*https://nationaldaycalendar.com/dyslexia-awareness-month-october/<br />
<br />
*Hashtags:<br />
#ThanksToTheADA <br />
#WhatCanYouDo #ChooseToInclude #Disability #ADA<br />
<br />
*November<br />
**Veterans<br />
***"Honor all who served - In times of war - In times of peace"<br />
<br />
**Publications & Fact Sheets<br />
*Veterans - ADA Fact Sheets & Publications from the ADA National Network<br />
*Veterans Resources from the Southeast ADA Center<br />
*Veterans & Families Resource List from ADA Live!<br />
*ADA Live! Episodes by Topic - veterans<br />
**Social Media<br />
#HONORINGVETS – Show your Support on Twitter<br />
**VAntage Point Blog from U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs<br />
**Greenlight a Vet Program and help show that every Veteran has a story<br />
<br />
*December<br />
**Shaping a Universal Future<br />
***National ADA Symposium - Save the Date! Registration opens in January.<br />
*Resources: International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD)<br />
*United Nations (UN)– International Day of Persons with Disabilities<br />
*Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD)<br />
<br />
**Sharing ADA Stories<br />
*StoryCorps & Disability Visibility Project<br />
*StoryCorps MobileBooth Tour<br />
**ADA Legacy Project - Preserve. Celebrate. Educate.<br />
<br />
=='''Open Enrollment begins October 21st!'''==<br />
*Open Enrollment for 2021 Benefits selection begins tomorrow October 21st and ends November 6th. This is an active enrollment - meaning '''you must log into the system and confirm your benefits even if no changes are being made.''' Additionally, '''you will need to certify you and your dependent(s) (age 18 and older) tobacco use status. Tobacco users will be charged $100 per month, per person for using tobacco products and system automatically defaults to tobacco user.''' <br />
**Open Enrollment Website - https://www.usg.edu/hr/benefits/2021_benefits/your_2021_benefits_centered_on_you<br />
**Virtual Benefits Fair - USG Benefits Fair – October 19th – October 23rd. This event will include live events daily & Vendor 1:1 chats between 10am – 2p. (This event replaces GT Benefits Fair) - https://usg.vfairs.com/<br />
**Benefits Comparison Guide - https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/benefits_docs/2021_Comparison_Guide_PDF.pdf<br />
<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# Complete your Open Enrollment for 2021 - 11/6<br />
# Complete Your GT Compliance - 11/17! <br />
# TH - Create and Share your Social Media posting plan for '''TFL's 30th & ADA's 30th'''.<br />
<br />
*'''S&E and Policy Synergies with Research Presentation Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
** Action: Send out PDF: CP<br />
** Action: TFL Team review & give Feedback<br />
<br />
*'''ACCESS for Aging Well Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
*'''AT Network Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
* '''AT Lending Library Issue'''<br />
**Action: Annabel will set up to Discuss & Resolve with Rachel<br />
<br />
* '''CDC/F Category 3''' <br />
**Action: Send out Announcements Nationally & Reminders - Tori<br />
<br />
*'''TFL Report to HHS | ACL & to Congress'''<br />
**Action: GaDOE Co-Op - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
**Action: CIDI S&E - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
<br />
*'''Ga DAS - Start Date/Nov. 19th Training'''<br />
**Action: CP will get info Jeni</div>Rsatterfield8http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_9/21/2021&diff=6020TFL Team Meeting - 9/21/20212021-09-20T16:39:55Z<p>Rsatterfield8: /* GVRA Project (Ben) */</p>
<hr />
<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
<br />
*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
<br />
=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
<br />
1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
<br />
2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
<br />
3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
<br />
<br />
=Agenda=<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* ‘’’HR’’’<br />
** Critical Hire Process: AT Manager Position<br />
** Critical Hire Process: Training Position<br />
*'''Allocations'''<br />
**Make sure these are correct - any changes by 5pm today. <br />
* '''Projects:'''<br />
* GaDOE FY20 Co-PI Gina & FY 21 - Ben will be increasing his role to help Gina and me!<br />
* GVRA Contract FY 21 - Moving Forward - PI Ben & Co-PI's Martha and Zerrin<br />
* CDC Contract - NCE through Sept. 30, 2022.<br />
* HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** ISO & ICF!<br />
* AT3 - $50K - (May-August 31)<br />
* Georgia Division of Aging (DAS) - CARES Act - (April 2021 - End Sept. 30, 2021!)<br />
* 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
* Wireless RERC - $35K<br />
*'''Proposals:'''<br />
**GVRA Transition Website<br />
** GaDOE Year 3: Early Development <br />
<br />
* '''TFL Strategic Planning - Focused Sessions'''<br />
*Upcoming: <br />
**Direct Services - Martha<br />
** AAC Lab - DeeDee<br />
** AT Considerations - Gina<br />
** Leadership & Training - Liz<br />
** TFL Research - Ben<br />
** TFL into CIDI S&E Research - Zerrin<br />
** Wrap Up & Action Items - CP<br />
<br />
=='''Almost Complete!! CDC/F Trainings & Activities (Category 3) (Carolyn)'''==<br />
*'''COVID-19 Simplified Text 2-Minute Videos'''<br />
**Format: 5 Simplified Text Scripts for 2-minute videos<br />
*New CDCF Contract!<br />
*Vaccine Webinar #1<br />
*Vaccine Webinar #2<br />
<br />
=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates'''==<br />
'''Transition'''<br />
# Credit-Able - to FODAC!!<br />
# Physical files will still remain in Danny's office <br />
<br />
'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Credit-Able applications are on hold<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(1) - AT Services During & After the Covid-19 Pandemic<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(2) - Public Health: feature our work on CDC Project<br />
** Guest Editor, Mark Harniss, U. Washington<br />
** Calls closed in June, Peer Review is in process<br />
<br />
'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT)''' <br />
* Submitted a SMART TECH Report - paper documenting the Mastery of AT project and findings <br />
* NIDILRR FIP proposal was not funded..<br />
** Composite Review Score was 95 <br />
** Typically good enough for funding<br />
** Team is examining critique to improve future proposals<br />
* MoAT presentation accepted at GA EdTech Conference (ATL, Nov 3-5)<br />
* MoAT presentation accepted at ATIA (Orlando, Jan 27th)<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS''' <br />
* Team is preparing for an additional focus group on Mental Health Accommodations<br />
* Developing a focus group plan to discuss changes in retail settings since COVID-19 <br />
* Resuming work on Workstations decision tree<br />
* Launching Validation Surveys for completed decision trees<br />
* Preparing a late October webinar on "Inclusion & Participation in the Workplace"<br />
** Speakers: Karen, Sarah & Ben<br />
** Overview of Work ACCESS<br />
** Accommodations / considerations for common spaces & communication<br />
<br />
'''AT Network'''<br />
* Beginning the process of mapping categories of AT from the AbleData database to the ISO 9999 classifications<br />
* Team has been exploring how to leverage evaluations done by TFL to help "seed" database<br />
** Dee Dee & Ben have proposed a template with levels at which eval data might be accessed.<br />
** Also looking for PowerPoint presentations and papers to include in the database.<br />
<br />
'''Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Program (ITEP)''' <br />
*Business Coaching under Joy Harris supervision is in progress<br />
*Final event will be scheduled for early November <br />
*Working with the New America Foundation for the annual conference<br />
<br />
'''NSF Project'''<br />
*Experiences of Students with Visual Impairments with Tactile Graphics in STEM Courses: Critical Interpretative Synthesis<br />
*Started my meetings with Dr. DeStefano <br />
*I will be attending SLR training next week <br />
<br />
'''ACCESS Projects''' <br />
*Have been working with the project team to develop protocols for the focus group<br />
*Joined one session as a note taker <br />
<br />
'''GVRA'''<br />
*Working with Ben, Martha, and Carolyn <br />
<br />
'''Spencer Foundation'''<br />
*Submitted a proposal<br />
<br />
'''GT-Microsoft Accessibility Research Seed Grants''' <br />
*Not funded <br />
<br />
'''FY21 Seed Grant Program''' <br />
*Not funded <br />
*We will be applying for the Oct cycle<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
<br />
*'''Tools for Life'''<br />
<br />
**Data Reminder: Don't forget to enter in your public awareness and I & A data. Include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures - Keep going! Follow up in late October.<br />
**Webinar archives - Are any of yours missing? - Tori continues to update and organize and will be reaching out<br />
**TFL Website, wiki - Liz, Kayla, Tori and Shaina - Soon!<br />
**Training plan - host more virtually - we're doing it!<br />
***ARC Disability 101<br />
***Cobb Co presentation <br />
<br />
*'''GCDD Accessibility Grant - Universal Design for Learning and Plain Language<br />
**June to September 2021 - $13,000<br />
**Liz, Norah, Tori (Carolyn and Trish support)<br />
***Met with GCDD team to start plan for trainings and creating the plain language guide<br />
<br />
*'''Credits''' - Training Team <br />
**CEU's - Continuing Education Units approved and distributed by the AAC Institute<br />
**CRC's - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Credits approved and distributed by the Commissioner Rehabilitation Counselor Certification or CRCC <br />
***All applications '''must be submitted no later than 30 days before the live event.''' <br />
<br />
*'''CDC/CDC Foundation''' - Carolyn-PI, Liz-Co-PI, Norah - Content Creator and Manager, Trish-Project Support<br />
**COVID-19 Accessible Materials for Individuals with Disabilities<br />
**CDC trainings are done!<br />
**Preparing for final meeting on 9/30 - need help to collect quotes/testimonials<br />
**Working on archiving the project <br />
**Microsite will run through 2022<br />
**Will still collect monthly analytics <br />
<br />
*'''Social Media''' - Send articles, webinars, videos, general information, etc. for posting to Tori<br />
<br />
*'''Graphic Design Projects''' - Kayla<br />
<br />
*'''ATAP (AT3)''' - AT Reuse Activities, AT Database - Carolyn, Liz, Trish(support)<br />
**Webinar - Completed!<br />
<br />
*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach''' Check out the [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website] to learn more. - Carolyn and Liz<br />
<br />
*'''Webinars''' - WORK ACCESS series; Wired Wednesdays<br />
<br />
*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA''' - Outreach & Public Awareness - Carolyn, Liz<br />
**Extension and funding for video work<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase''' - Focus groups, trainings, webinars - Carolyn, Liz, Tori, Rachel, Sarah, Ben<br />
<br />
=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
<br />
K-12 Updates<br />
*Year 3 Statement of Work GaDOE has been submitted, we still discussing some expansion opportunities<br />
*Actively supporting current K-12 deliverables<br />
** 3 Consultations submitted last week<br />
** loan extensions / loan requests<br />
**GaDOE Video Series – complete – GaDOE has not released all of them so we cannot release them publicly yet<br />
**Core Vocabulary, September 14, 2021 3:00 -3:30 (DeeDee) – 3 / 3 in GaDOE Webinar Series for Year 2 <br />
**Current focus EdTrade soft launch & feedback<br />
* *Direct Services Team Meeting – GaDOE refresh – looking for a time to reschedule<br />
*Presentations related to GaDOE Partnership<br />
**DeKalb County School Psychologist, September 15, 2021 (Gina) – TFL & GaDOE Partnership<br />
** Teachers of the Visually Impaired (TVI) Consortia, January 21, 2022 – TFL, GVRA & GaDOE Partnership presentation<br />
*Tools for Life Demos/Loans/Presentations<br />
**Texthelp – request training rooms November 9 or 16, 2021 – Texthelp Talks – in person<br />
**Emory Autism Center – AT / AAC for the Neurodiversity Class, November 9, 2021<br />
<br />
=='''GVRA Project (Ben)'''==<br />
<br />
Contracts & Administration <br />
* Walton Subcontract PO finally fully authorized (Thanks to Eric T. for his help!)<br />
* Finalizing: TextHelp Software purchase orders and payment <br />
<br />
Team & Project Plan<br />
* Ben has met with most team members to discuss allocations and project roles<br />
* Still need to meet with IT - planning for:<br />
** GVRA Portal <br />
** Monthly report automation<br />
* Updated Project Plan Gantt Chart is available on Teams site.<br />
* August Report was completed and delivered<br />
<br />
GVRA Updates<br />
* Ben is meeting this week with Jeff Allen to discuss monthly reporting.<br />
* Planning to meet with GVRA Transition team in September to discuss<br />
** "Pilot within Pilot" to model reporting for K-12 Districts<br />
** Plans to incorporate IPSE programs into project<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''== <br />
<br />
*Device Demo 10/1/ 20- Present All Centers 116<br />
*Device Demos 10/1/20- Present TFL 20<br />
<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present All Centers 147<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present TFL 51<br />
<br />
*Device Reutilization 4162<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
*Wired Wednesdays- Ciara is working on September and October. WATAP will be covering November and December. Wired Wednesday will be this Thursday due to scheduling conflict and Ciara will be covering Morphic<br />
*Wrapping up DAS Contract- waiting on a few more items to come in to be mailed<br />
*16 individuals received AT<br />
*All assessments have been mailed to counselors<br />
*working in several demos for DOE and parents that have contacted us<br />
*Have received 2 requests for TFL presentation from 2 Aging organizations<br />
<br />
=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (Johan)'''==<br />
<br />
*AccessGA <br />
**Captioning of Governor’s Mansion Clock Videos (all videos completed)<br />
** Satisfaction and Future Needs Survey <br />
***Scoping out future webinars, trainings, web a11y evals and technical assistance<br />
***Georgia Public Library Service Completed<br />
<br />
*Fee-for-Service <br />
**Shepherd Center: Web Accessibility Evaluation and Trainings – SOW being created<br />
<br />
**UDOIT Tool Evaluation for Brightspace LMS <br />
***Credentials received last week – evaluation underway<br />
<br />
**USG HR: Survey of Needs in Progress: Disability Awareness and Digital Accessibility Training<br />
<br />
**JCC Chicago<br />
***Web a11y evaluation and technical assistance requested<br />
***awaiting testing environment<br />
<br />
**Central Piedmont Community College<br />
***possible trainings in the areas of disability awareness and digital ally<br />
***possible web eval and technical assistance<br />
<br />
**BLH/NLM<br />
*** Needs Assessment reviewed with NNLM/NLM last week<br />
***Scoping out training needs, a11y evaluation and technical assistance <br />
<br />
**Association of State and Territorial Health Officials (ASTHO) pending<br />
***Needs Assessment <br />
***Accessibility Trainings<br />
***Technical Assistance<br />
***Web accessibility evaluation and technical assistance <br />
<br />
**UX Initiatives<br />
***Several ongoing projects in the coming weeks/months involving UX<br />
****Aging Well Access<br />
****Dementia Access<br />
****Washington AT Access <br />
****AT Network <br />
****AT3 AT Access<br />
<br />
=='''AAC Programs (DeeDee)'''==<br />
* Setting up AAC Lab laptop<br />
* Display equipment has been received<br />
* Planning an office day to begin setting up displays and plan posters<br />
<br />
Display materials planned:<br />
* Device information <br />
* Posters/handouts on elements of AAC and Access (i.e., types of AAC devices, core words, switches, scanning access, etc.)<br />
* Handouts on implementation strategies, product information<br />
* Information on access from Pittsburg AAC Language Seminar - Karen Kangas<br />
* Model as a MASTER PAL for communication partner training<br />
* Considering list of training resources<br />
<br />
=='''TFL & ADA 30th Celebration'''==<br />
<br />
*https://nationaldaycalendar.com/dyslexia-awareness-month-october/<br />
<br />
*Hashtags:<br />
#ThanksToTheADA <br />
#WhatCanYouDo #ChooseToInclude #Disability #ADA<br />
<br />
*November<br />
**Veterans<br />
***"Honor all who served - In times of war - In times of peace"<br />
<br />
**Publications & Fact Sheets<br />
*Veterans - ADA Fact Sheets & Publications from the ADA National Network<br />
*Veterans Resources from the Southeast ADA Center<br />
*Veterans & Families Resource List from ADA Live!<br />
*ADA Live! Episodes by Topic - veterans<br />
**Social Media<br />
#HONORINGVETS – Show your Support on Twitter<br />
**VAntage Point Blog from U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs<br />
**Greenlight a Vet Program and help show that every Veteran has a story<br />
<br />
*December<br />
**Shaping a Universal Future<br />
***National ADA Symposium - Save the Date! Registration opens in January.<br />
*Resources: International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD)<br />
*United Nations (UN)– International Day of Persons with Disabilities<br />
*Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD)<br />
<br />
**Sharing ADA Stories<br />
*StoryCorps & Disability Visibility Project<br />
*StoryCorps MobileBooth Tour<br />
**ADA Legacy Project - Preserve. Celebrate. Educate.<br />
<br />
=='''Open Enrollment begins October 21st!'''==<br />
*Open Enrollment for 2021 Benefits selection begins tomorrow October 21st and ends November 6th. This is an active enrollment - meaning '''you must log into the system and confirm your benefits even if no changes are being made.''' Additionally, '''you will need to certify you and your dependent(s) (age 18 and older) tobacco use status. Tobacco users will be charged $100 per month, per person for using tobacco products and system automatically defaults to tobacco user.''' <br />
**Open Enrollment Website - https://www.usg.edu/hr/benefits/2021_benefits/your_2021_benefits_centered_on_you<br />
**Virtual Benefits Fair - USG Benefits Fair – October 19th – October 23rd. This event will include live events daily & Vendor 1:1 chats between 10am – 2p. (This event replaces GT Benefits Fair) - https://usg.vfairs.com/<br />
**Benefits Comparison Guide - https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/benefits_docs/2021_Comparison_Guide_PDF.pdf<br />
<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# Complete your Open Enrollment for 2021 - 11/6<br />
# Complete Your GT Compliance - 11/17! <br />
# TH - Create and Share your Social Media posting plan for '''TFL's 30th & ADA's 30th'''.<br />
<br />
*'''S&E and Policy Synergies with Research Presentation Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
** Action: Send out PDF: CP<br />
** Action: TFL Team review & give Feedback<br />
<br />
*'''ACCESS for Aging Well Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
*'''AT Network Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
* '''AT Lending Library Issue'''<br />
**Action: Annabel will set up to Discuss & Resolve with Rachel<br />
<br />
* '''CDC/F Category 3''' <br />
**Action: Send out Announcements Nationally & Reminders - Tori<br />
<br />
*'''TFL Report to HHS | ACL & to Congress'''<br />
**Action: GaDOE Co-Op - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
**Action: CIDI S&E - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
<br />
*'''Ga DAS - Start Date/Nov. 19th Training'''<br />
**Action: CP will get info Jeni</div>Rsatterfield8http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_9/21/2021&diff=6019TFL Team Meeting - 9/21/20212021-09-20T16:38:19Z<p>Rsatterfield8: /* GVRA Project (Ben) */</p>
<hr />
<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
<br />
*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
<br />
=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
<br />
1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
<br />
2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
<br />
3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
<br />
<br />
=Agenda=<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* ‘’’HR’’’<br />
** Critical Hire Process: AT Manager Position<br />
** Critical Hire Process: Training Position<br />
*'''Allocations'''<br />
**Make sure these are correct - any changes by 5pm today. <br />
* '''Projects:'''<br />
* GaDOE FY20 Co-PI Gina & FY 21 - Ben will be increasing his role to help Gina and me!<br />
* GVRA Contract FY 21 - Moving Forward - PI Ben & Co-PI's Martha and Zerrin<br />
* CDC Contract - NCE through Sept. 30, 2022.<br />
* HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** ISO & ICF!<br />
* AT3 - $50K - (May-August 31)<br />
* Georgia Division of Aging (DAS) - CARES Act - (April 2021 - End Sept. 30, 2021!)<br />
* 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
* Wireless RERC - $35K<br />
*'''Proposals:'''<br />
**GVRA Transition Website<br />
** GaDOE Year 3: Early Development <br />
<br />
* '''TFL Strategic Planning - Focused Sessions'''<br />
*Upcoming: <br />
**Direct Services - Martha<br />
** AAC Lab - DeeDee<br />
** AT Considerations - Gina<br />
** Leadership & Training - Liz<br />
** TFL Research - Ben<br />
** TFL into CIDI S&E Research - Zerrin<br />
** Wrap Up & Action Items - CP<br />
<br />
=='''Almost Complete!! CDC/F Trainings & Activities (Category 3) (Carolyn)'''==<br />
*'''COVID-19 Simplified Text 2-Minute Videos'''<br />
**Format: 5 Simplified Text Scripts for 2-minute videos<br />
*New CDCF Contract!<br />
*Vaccine Webinar #1<br />
*Vaccine Webinar #2<br />
<br />
=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates'''==<br />
'''Transition'''<br />
# Credit-Able - to FODAC!!<br />
# Physical files will still remain in Danny's office <br />
<br />
'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Credit-Able applications are on hold<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(1) - AT Services During & After the Covid-19 Pandemic<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(2) - Public Health: feature our work on CDC Project<br />
** Guest Editor, Mark Harniss, U. Washington<br />
** Calls closed in June, Peer Review is in process<br />
<br />
'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT)''' <br />
* Submitted a SMART TECH Report - paper documenting the Mastery of AT project and findings <br />
* NIDILRR FIP proposal was not funded..<br />
** Composite Review Score was 95 <br />
** Typically good enough for funding<br />
** Team is examining critique to improve future proposals<br />
* MoAT presentation accepted at GA EdTech Conference (ATL, Nov 3-5)<br />
* MoAT presentation accepted at ATIA (Orlando, Jan 27th)<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS''' <br />
* Team is preparing for an additional focus group on Mental Health Accommodations<br />
* Developing a focus group plan to discuss changes in retail settings since COVID-19 <br />
* Resuming work on Workstations decision tree<br />
* Launching Validation Surveys for completed decision trees<br />
* Preparing a late October webinar on "Inclusion & Participation in the Workplace"<br />
** Speakers: Karen, Sarah & Ben<br />
** Overview of Work ACCESS<br />
** Accommodations / considerations for common spaces & communication<br />
<br />
'''AT Network'''<br />
* Beginning the process of mapping categories of AT from the AbleData database to the ISO 9999 classifications<br />
* Team has been exploring how to leverage evaluations done by TFL to help "seed" database<br />
** Dee Dee & Ben have proposed a template with levels at which eval data might be accessed.<br />
** Also looking for PowerPoint presentations and papers to include in the database.<br />
<br />
'''Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Program (ITEP)''' <br />
*Business Coaching under Joy Harris supervision is in progress<br />
*Final event will be scheduled for early November <br />
*Working with the New America Foundation for the annual conference<br />
<br />
'''NSF Project'''<br />
*Experiences of Students with Visual Impairments with Tactile Graphics in STEM Courses: Critical Interpretative Synthesis<br />
*Started my meetings with Dr. DeStefano <br />
*I will be attending SLR training next week <br />
<br />
'''ACCESS Projects''' <br />
*Have been working with the project team to develop protocols for the focus group<br />
*Joined one session as a note taker <br />
<br />
'''GVRA'''<br />
*Working with Ben, Martha, and Carolyn <br />
<br />
'''Spencer Foundation'''<br />
*Submitted a proposal<br />
<br />
'''GT-Microsoft Accessibility Research Seed Grants''' <br />
*Not funded <br />
<br />
'''FY21 Seed Grant Program''' <br />
*Not funded <br />
*We will be applying for the Oct cycle<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
<br />
*'''Tools for Life'''<br />
<br />
**Data Reminder: Don't forget to enter in your public awareness and I & A data. Include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures - Keep going! Follow up in late October.<br />
**Webinar archives - Are any of yours missing? - Tori continues to update and organize and will be reaching out<br />
**TFL Website, wiki - Liz, Kayla, Tori and Shaina - Soon!<br />
**Training plan - host more virtually - we're doing it!<br />
***ARC Disability 101<br />
***Cobb Co presentation <br />
<br />
*'''GCDD Accessibility Grant - Universal Design for Learning and Plain Language<br />
**June to September 2021 - $13,000<br />
**Liz, Norah, Tori (Carolyn and Trish support)<br />
***Met with GCDD team to start plan for trainings and creating the plain language guide<br />
<br />
*'''Credits''' - Training Team <br />
**CEU's - Continuing Education Units approved and distributed by the AAC Institute<br />
**CRC's - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Credits approved and distributed by the Commissioner Rehabilitation Counselor Certification or CRCC <br />
***All applications '''must be submitted no later than 30 days before the live event.''' <br />
<br />
*'''CDC/CDC Foundation''' - Carolyn-PI, Liz-Co-PI, Norah - Content Creator and Manager, Trish-Project Support<br />
**COVID-19 Accessible Materials for Individuals with Disabilities<br />
**CDC trainings are done!<br />
**Preparing for final meeting on 9/30 - need help to collect quotes/testimonials<br />
**Working on archiving the project <br />
**Microsite will run through 2022<br />
**Will still collect monthly analytics <br />
<br />
*'''Social Media''' - Send articles, webinars, videos, general information, etc. for posting to Tori<br />
<br />
*'''Graphic Design Projects''' - Kayla<br />
<br />
*'''ATAP (AT3)''' - AT Reuse Activities, AT Database - Carolyn, Liz, Trish(support)<br />
**Webinar - Completed!<br />
<br />
*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach''' Check out the [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website] to learn more. - Carolyn and Liz<br />
<br />
*'''Webinars''' - WORK ACCESS series; Wired Wednesdays<br />
<br />
*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA''' - Outreach & Public Awareness - Carolyn, Liz<br />
**Extension and funding for video work<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase''' - Focus groups, trainings, webinars - Carolyn, Liz, Tori, Rachel, Sarah, Ben<br />
<br />
=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
<br />
K-12 Updates<br />
*Year 3 Statement of Work GaDOE has been submitted, we still discussing some expansion opportunities<br />
*Actively supporting current K-12 deliverables<br />
** 3 Consultations submitted last week<br />
** loan extensions / loan requests<br />
**GaDOE Video Series – complete – GaDOE has not released all of them so we cannot release them publicly yet<br />
**Core Vocabulary, September 14, 2021 3:00 -3:30 (DeeDee) – 3 / 3 in GaDOE Webinar Series for Year 2 <br />
**Current focus EdTrade soft launch & feedback<br />
* *Direct Services Team Meeting – GaDOE refresh – looking for a time to reschedule<br />
*Presentations related to GaDOE Partnership<br />
**DeKalb County School Psychologist, September 15, 2021 (Gina) – TFL & GaDOE Partnership<br />
** Teachers of the Visually Impaired (TVI) Consortia, January 21, 2022 – TFL, GVRA & GaDOE Partnership presentation<br />
*Tools for Life Demos/Loans/Presentations<br />
**Texthelp – request training rooms November 9 or 16, 2021 – Texthelp Talks – in person<br />
**Emory Autism Center – AT / AAC for the Neurodiversity Class, November 9, 2021<br />
<br />
=='''GVRA Project (Ben)'''==<br />
<br />
Contracts & Administration <br />
* Walton Subcontract PO finally fully authorized (Thanks to Eric T. for his help!)<br />
* Finalizing: TextHelp Software purchase orders and payment <br />
<br />
Team & Project Plan<br />
* Ben has met (or is planning to meet) with team members to discuss allocations and project roles<br />
** Still needs to meet with IT<br />
** Planning for GVRA Portal and report automation<br />
* Updated Project Plan Gantt Chart is available on Teams site.<br />
* August Report was completed and delivered<br />
<br />
GVRA Updates<br />
* Ben is meeting this week with Jeff Allen to discuss monthly reporting.<br />
* Planning to meet with GVRA Transition team in September to discuss<br />
** "Pilot within Pilot" to model reporting for K-12 Districts<br />
** Plans to incorporate IPSE programs into project<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''== <br />
<br />
*Device Demo 10/1/ 20- Present All Centers 116<br />
*Device Demos 10/1/20- Present TFL 20<br />
<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present All Centers 147<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present TFL 51<br />
<br />
*Device Reutilization 4162<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
*Wired Wednesdays- Ciara is working on September and October. WATAP will be covering November and December. Wired Wednesday will be this Thursday due to scheduling conflict and Ciara will be covering Morphic<br />
*Wrapping up DAS Contract- waiting on a few more items to come in to be mailed<br />
*16 individuals received AT<br />
*All assessments have been mailed to counselors<br />
*working in several demos for DOE and parents that have contacted us<br />
*Have received 2 requests for TFL presentation from 2 Aging organizations<br />
<br />
=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (Johan)'''==<br />
<br />
*AccessGA <br />
**Captioning of Governor’s Mansion Clock Videos (all videos completed)<br />
** Satisfaction and Future Needs Survey <br />
***Scoping out future webinars, trainings, web a11y evals and technical assistance<br />
***Georgia Public Library Service Completed<br />
<br />
*Fee-for-Service <br />
**Shepherd Center: Web Accessibility Evaluation and Trainings – SOW being created<br />
<br />
**UDOIT Tool Evaluation for Brightspace LMS <br />
***Credentials received last week – evaluation underway<br />
<br />
**USG HR: Survey of Needs in Progress: Disability Awareness and Digital Accessibility Training<br />
<br />
**JCC Chicago<br />
***Web a11y evaluation and technical assistance requested<br />
***awaiting testing environment<br />
<br />
**Central Piedmont Community College<br />
***possible trainings in the areas of disability awareness and digital ally<br />
***possible web eval and technical assistance<br />
<br />
**BLH/NLM<br />
*** Needs Assessment reviewed with NNLM/NLM last week<br />
***Scoping out training needs, a11y evaluation and technical assistance <br />
<br />
**Association of State and Territorial Health Officials (ASTHO) pending<br />
***Needs Assessment <br />
***Accessibility Trainings<br />
***Technical Assistance<br />
***Web accessibility evaluation and technical assistance <br />
<br />
**UX Initiatives<br />
***Several ongoing projects in the coming weeks/months involving UX<br />
****Aging Well Access<br />
****Dementia Access<br />
****Washington AT Access <br />
****AT Network <br />
****AT3 AT Access<br />
<br />
=='''AAC Programs (DeeDee)'''==<br />
* Setting up AAC Lab laptop<br />
* Display equipment has been received<br />
* Planning an office day to begin setting up displays and plan posters<br />
<br />
Display materials planned:<br />
* Device information <br />
* Posters/handouts on elements of AAC and Access (i.e., types of AAC devices, core words, switches, scanning access, etc.)<br />
* Handouts on implementation strategies, product information<br />
* Information on access from Pittsburg AAC Language Seminar - Karen Kangas<br />
* Model as a MASTER PAL for communication partner training<br />
* Considering list of training resources<br />
<br />
=='''TFL & ADA 30th Celebration'''==<br />
<br />
*https://nationaldaycalendar.com/dyslexia-awareness-month-october/<br />
<br />
*Hashtags:<br />
#ThanksToTheADA <br />
#WhatCanYouDo #ChooseToInclude #Disability #ADA<br />
<br />
*November<br />
**Veterans<br />
***"Honor all who served - In times of war - In times of peace"<br />
<br />
**Publications & Fact Sheets<br />
*Veterans - ADA Fact Sheets & Publications from the ADA National Network<br />
*Veterans Resources from the Southeast ADA Center<br />
*Veterans & Families Resource List from ADA Live!<br />
*ADA Live! Episodes by Topic - veterans<br />
**Social Media<br />
#HONORINGVETS – Show your Support on Twitter<br />
**VAntage Point Blog from U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs<br />
**Greenlight a Vet Program and help show that every Veteran has a story<br />
<br />
*December<br />
**Shaping a Universal Future<br />
***National ADA Symposium - Save the Date! Registration opens in January.<br />
*Resources: International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD)<br />
*United Nations (UN)– International Day of Persons with Disabilities<br />
*Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD)<br />
<br />
**Sharing ADA Stories<br />
*StoryCorps & Disability Visibility Project<br />
*StoryCorps MobileBooth Tour<br />
**ADA Legacy Project - Preserve. Celebrate. Educate.<br />
<br />
=='''Open Enrollment begins October 21st!'''==<br />
*Open Enrollment for 2021 Benefits selection begins tomorrow October 21st and ends November 6th. This is an active enrollment - meaning '''you must log into the system and confirm your benefits even if no changes are being made.''' Additionally, '''you will need to certify you and your dependent(s) (age 18 and older) tobacco use status. Tobacco users will be charged $100 per month, per person for using tobacco products and system automatically defaults to tobacco user.''' <br />
**Open Enrollment Website - https://www.usg.edu/hr/benefits/2021_benefits/your_2021_benefits_centered_on_you<br />
**Virtual Benefits Fair - USG Benefits Fair – October 19th – October 23rd. This event will include live events daily & Vendor 1:1 chats between 10am – 2p. (This event replaces GT Benefits Fair) - https://usg.vfairs.com/<br />
**Benefits Comparison Guide - https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/benefits_docs/2021_Comparison_Guide_PDF.pdf<br />
<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# Complete your Open Enrollment for 2021 - 11/6<br />
# Complete Your GT Compliance - 11/17! <br />
# TH - Create and Share your Social Media posting plan for '''TFL's 30th & ADA's 30th'''.<br />
<br />
*'''S&E and Policy Synergies with Research Presentation Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
** Action: Send out PDF: CP<br />
** Action: TFL Team review & give Feedback<br />
<br />
*'''ACCESS for Aging Well Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
*'''AT Network Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
* '''AT Lending Library Issue'''<br />
**Action: Annabel will set up to Discuss & Resolve with Rachel<br />
<br />
* '''CDC/F Category 3''' <br />
**Action: Send out Announcements Nationally & Reminders - Tori<br />
<br />
*'''TFL Report to HHS | ACL & to Congress'''<br />
**Action: GaDOE Co-Op - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
**Action: CIDI S&E - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
<br />
*'''Ga DAS - Start Date/Nov. 19th Training'''<br />
**Action: CP will get info Jeni</div>Rsatterfield8http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_9/21/2021&diff=6018TFL Team Meeting - 9/21/20212021-09-20T16:33:02Z<p>Rsatterfield8: /* TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn) */</p>
<hr />
<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
<br />
*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
<br />
=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
<br />
1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
<br />
2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
<br />
3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
<br />
<br />
=Agenda=<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* ‘’’HR’’’<br />
** Critical Hire Process: AT Manager Position<br />
** Critical Hire Process: Training Position<br />
*'''Allocations'''<br />
**Make sure these are correct - any changes by 5pm today. <br />
* '''Projects:'''<br />
* GaDOE FY20 Co-PI Gina & FY 21 - Ben will be increasing his role to help Gina and me!<br />
* GVRA Contract FY 21 - Moving Forward - PI Ben & Co-PI's Martha and Zerrin<br />
* CDC Contract - NCE through Sept. 30, 2022.<br />
* HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** ISO & ICF!<br />
* AT3 - $50K - (May-August 31)<br />
* Georgia Division of Aging (DAS) - CARES Act - (April 2021 - End Sept. 30, 2021!)<br />
* 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
* Wireless RERC - $35K<br />
*'''Proposals:'''<br />
**GVRA Transition Website<br />
** GaDOE Year 3: Early Development <br />
<br />
* '''TFL Strategic Planning - Focused Sessions'''<br />
*Upcoming: <br />
**Direct Services - Martha<br />
** AAC Lab - DeeDee<br />
** AT Considerations - Gina<br />
** Leadership & Training - Liz<br />
** TFL Research - Ben<br />
** TFL into CIDI S&E Research - Zerrin<br />
** Wrap Up & Action Items - CP<br />
<br />
=='''Almost Complete!! CDC/F Trainings & Activities (Category 3) (Carolyn)'''==<br />
*'''COVID-19 Simplified Text 2-Minute Videos'''<br />
**Format: 5 Simplified Text Scripts for 2-minute videos<br />
*New CDCF Contract!<br />
*Vaccine Webinar #1<br />
*Vaccine Webinar #2<br />
<br />
=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates'''==<br />
'''Transition'''<br />
# Credit-Able - to FODAC!!<br />
# Physical files will still remain in Danny's office <br />
<br />
'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Credit-Able applications are on hold<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(1) - AT Services During & After the Covid-19 Pandemic<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(2) - Public Health: feature our work on CDC Project<br />
** Guest Editor, Mark Harniss, U. Washington<br />
** Calls closed in June, Peer Review is in process<br />
<br />
'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT)''' <br />
* Submitted a SMART TECH Report - paper documenting the Mastery of AT project and findings <br />
* NIDILRR FIP proposal was not funded..<br />
** Composite Review Score was 95 <br />
** Typically good enough for funding<br />
** Team is examining critique to improve future proposals<br />
* MoAT presentation accepted at GA EdTech Conference (ATL, Nov 3-5)<br />
* MoAT presentation accepted at ATIA (Orlando, Jan 27th)<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS''' <br />
* Team is preparing for an additional focus group on Mental Health Accommodations<br />
* Developing a focus group plan to discuss changes in retail settings since COVID-19 <br />
* Resuming work on Workstations decision tree<br />
* Launching Validation Surveys for completed decision trees<br />
* Preparing a late October webinar on "Inclusion & Participation in the Workplace"<br />
** Speakers: Karen, Sarah & Ben<br />
** Overview of Work ACCESS<br />
** Accommodations / considerations for common spaces & communication<br />
<br />
'''AT Network'''<br />
* Beginning the process of mapping categories of AT from the AbleData database to the ISO 9999 classifications<br />
* Team has been exploring how to leverage evaluations done by TFL to help "seed" database<br />
** Dee Dee & Ben have proposed a template with levels at which eval data might be accessed.<br />
** Also looking for PowerPoint presentations and papers to include in the database.<br />
<br />
'''Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Program (ITEP)''' <br />
*Business Coaching under Joy Harris supervision is in progress<br />
*Final event will be scheduled for early November <br />
*Working with the New America Foundation for the annual conference<br />
<br />
'''NSF Project'''<br />
*Experiences of Students with Visual Impairments with Tactile Graphics in STEM Courses: Critical Interpretative Synthesis<br />
*Started my meetings with Dr. DeStefano <br />
*I will be attending SLR training next week <br />
<br />
'''ACCESS Projects''' <br />
*Have been working with the project team to develop protocols for the focus group<br />
*Joined one session as a note taker <br />
<br />
'''GVRA'''<br />
*Working with Ben, Martha, and Carolyn <br />
<br />
'''Spencer Foundation'''<br />
*Submitted a proposal<br />
<br />
'''GT-Microsoft Accessibility Research Seed Grants''' <br />
*Not funded <br />
<br />
'''FY21 Seed Grant Program''' <br />
*Not funded <br />
*We will be applying for the Oct cycle<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
<br />
*'''Tools for Life'''<br />
<br />
**Data Reminder: Don't forget to enter in your public awareness and I & A data. Include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures - Keep going! Follow up in late October.<br />
**Webinar archives - Are any of yours missing? - Tori continues to update and organize and will be reaching out<br />
**TFL Website, wiki - Liz, Kayla, Tori and Shaina - Soon!<br />
**Training plan - host more virtually - we're doing it!<br />
***ARC Disability 101<br />
***Cobb Co presentation <br />
<br />
*'''GCDD Accessibility Grant - Universal Design for Learning and Plain Language<br />
**June to September 2021 - $13,000<br />
**Liz, Norah, Tori (Carolyn and Trish support)<br />
***Met with GCDD team to start plan for trainings and creating the plain language guide<br />
<br />
*'''Credits''' - Training Team <br />
**CEU's - Continuing Education Units approved and distributed by the AAC Institute<br />
**CRC's - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Credits approved and distributed by the Commissioner Rehabilitation Counselor Certification or CRCC <br />
***All applications '''must be submitted no later than 30 days before the live event.''' <br />
<br />
*'''CDC/CDC Foundation''' - Carolyn-PI, Liz-Co-PI, Norah - Content Creator and Manager, Trish-Project Support<br />
**COVID-19 Accessible Materials for Individuals with Disabilities<br />
**CDC trainings are done!<br />
**Preparing for final meeting on 9/30 - need help to collect quotes/testimonials<br />
**Working on archiving the project <br />
**Microsite will run through 2022<br />
**Will still collect monthly analytics <br />
<br />
*'''Social Media''' - Send articles, webinars, videos, general information, etc. for posting to Tori<br />
<br />
*'''Graphic Design Projects''' - Kayla<br />
<br />
*'''ATAP (AT3)''' - AT Reuse Activities, AT Database - Carolyn, Liz, Trish(support)<br />
**Webinar - Completed!<br />
<br />
*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach''' Check out the [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website] to learn more. - Carolyn and Liz<br />
<br />
*'''Webinars''' - WORK ACCESS series; Wired Wednesdays<br />
<br />
*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA''' - Outreach & Public Awareness - Carolyn, Liz<br />
**Extension and funding for video work<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase''' - Focus groups, trainings, webinars - Carolyn, Liz, Tori, Rachel, Sarah, Ben<br />
<br />
=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
<br />
K-12 Updates<br />
*Year 3 Statement of Work GaDOE has been submitted, we still discussing some expansion opportunities<br />
*Actively supporting current K-12 deliverables<br />
** 3 Consultations submitted last week<br />
** loan extensions / loan requests<br />
**GaDOE Video Series – complete – GaDOE has not released all of them so we cannot release them publicly yet<br />
**Core Vocabulary, September 14, 2021 3:00 -3:30 (DeeDee) – 3 / 3 in GaDOE Webinar Series for Year 2 <br />
**Current focus EdTrade soft launch & feedback<br />
* *Direct Services Team Meeting – GaDOE refresh – looking for a time to reschedule<br />
*Presentations related to GaDOE Partnership<br />
**DeKalb County School Psychologist, September 15, 2021 (Gina) – TFL & GaDOE Partnership<br />
** Teachers of the Visually Impaired (TVI) Consortia, January 21, 2022 – TFL, GVRA & GaDOE Partnership presentation<br />
*Tools for Life Demos/Loans/Presentations<br />
**Texthelp – request training rooms November 9 or 16, 2021 – Texthelp Talks – in person<br />
**Emory Autism Center – AT / AAC for the Neurodiversity Class, November 9, 2021<br />
<br />
=='''GVRA Project (Ben)'''==<br />
<br />
Contracts<br />
* GVRA Contract and Walton Subcontract have been approved and signed!<br />
* WorkTag #s have been assigned for both GVRA project and Walton Subcontract.<br />
* Next steps: Software purchase orders and payment <br />
<br />
Team & Project Plan<br />
* Ben has met (or is planning to meet) with team members to discuss allocations and project roles<br />
* Updated Project Plan Gantt Chart is available on Teams site.<br />
* August Report is in progress (Due by 10th)<br />
** Drawing from 5 different reports in 4 areas of CIDI<br />
** Once report is established will need to automate process<br />
<br />
GVRA Updates<br />
* Ben met with Jeff Allen on 8/31 (GVRA Lead on this project) to discuss reporting.<br />
* Planning to meet with GVRA Transition team in September to discuss<br />
** "Pilot within Pilot" to model reporting for K-12 Districts<br />
** Plans to incorporate IPSE programs into project<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''== <br />
<br />
*Device Demo 10/1/ 20- Present All Centers 116<br />
*Device Demos 10/1/20- Present TFL 20<br />
<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present All Centers 147<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present TFL 51<br />
<br />
*Device Reutilization 4162<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
*Wired Wednesdays- Ciara is working on September and October. WATAP will be covering November and December. Wired Wednesday will be this Thursday due to scheduling conflict and Ciara will be covering Morphic<br />
*Wrapping up DAS Contract- waiting on a few more items to come in to be mailed<br />
*16 individuals received AT<br />
*All assessments have been mailed to counselors<br />
*working in several demos for DOE and parents that have contacted us<br />
*Have received 2 requests for TFL presentation from 2 Aging organizations<br />
<br />
=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (Johan)'''==<br />
<br />
*AccessGA <br />
**Captioning of Governor’s Mansion Clock Videos (all videos completed)<br />
** Satisfaction and Future Needs Survey <br />
***Scoping out future webinars, trainings, web a11y evals and technical assistance<br />
***Georgia Public Library Service Completed<br />
<br />
*Fee-for-Service <br />
**Shepherd Center: Web Accessibility Evaluation and Trainings – SOW being created<br />
<br />
**UDOIT Tool Evaluation for Brightspace LMS <br />
***Credentials received last week – evaluation underway<br />
<br />
**USG HR: Survey of Needs in Progress: Disability Awareness and Digital Accessibility Training<br />
<br />
**JCC Chicago<br />
***Web a11y evaluation and technical assistance requested<br />
***awaiting testing environment<br />
<br />
**Central Piedmont Community College<br />
***possible trainings in the areas of disability awareness and digital ally<br />
***possible web eval and technical assistance<br />
<br />
**BLH/NLM<br />
*** Needs Assessment reviewed with NNLM/NLM last week<br />
***Scoping out training needs, a11y evaluation and technical assistance <br />
<br />
**Association of State and Territorial Health Officials (ASTHO) pending<br />
***Needs Assessment <br />
***Accessibility Trainings<br />
***Technical Assistance<br />
***Web accessibility evaluation and technical assistance <br />
<br />
**UX Initiatives<br />
***Several ongoing projects in the coming weeks/months involving UX<br />
****Aging Well Access<br />
****Dementia Access<br />
****Washington AT Access <br />
****AT Network <br />
****AT3 AT Access<br />
<br />
=='''AAC Programs (DeeDee)'''==<br />
* Setting up AAC Lab laptop<br />
* Display equipment has been received<br />
* Planning an office day to begin setting up displays and plan posters<br />
<br />
Display materials planned:<br />
* Device information <br />
* Posters/handouts on elements of AAC and Access (i.e., types of AAC devices, core words, switches, scanning access, etc.)<br />
* Handouts on implementation strategies, product information<br />
* Information on access from Pittsburg AAC Language Seminar - Karen Kangas<br />
* Model as a MASTER PAL for communication partner training<br />
* Considering list of training resources<br />
<br />
=='''TFL & ADA 30th Celebration'''==<br />
<br />
*https://nationaldaycalendar.com/dyslexia-awareness-month-october/<br />
<br />
*Hashtags:<br />
#ThanksToTheADA <br />
#WhatCanYouDo #ChooseToInclude #Disability #ADA<br />
<br />
*November<br />
**Veterans<br />
***"Honor all who served - In times of war - In times of peace"<br />
<br />
**Publications & Fact Sheets<br />
*Veterans - ADA Fact Sheets & Publications from the ADA National Network<br />
*Veterans Resources from the Southeast ADA Center<br />
*Veterans & Families Resource List from ADA Live!<br />
*ADA Live! Episodes by Topic - veterans<br />
**Social Media<br />
#HONORINGVETS – Show your Support on Twitter<br />
**VAntage Point Blog from U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs<br />
**Greenlight a Vet Program and help show that every Veteran has a story<br />
<br />
*December<br />
**Shaping a Universal Future<br />
***National ADA Symposium - Save the Date! Registration opens in January.<br />
*Resources: International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD)<br />
*United Nations (UN)– International Day of Persons with Disabilities<br />
*Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD)<br />
<br />
**Sharing ADA Stories<br />
*StoryCorps & Disability Visibility Project<br />
*StoryCorps MobileBooth Tour<br />
**ADA Legacy Project - Preserve. Celebrate. Educate.<br />
<br />
=='''Open Enrollment begins October 21st!'''==<br />
*Open Enrollment for 2021 Benefits selection begins tomorrow October 21st and ends November 6th. This is an active enrollment - meaning '''you must log into the system and confirm your benefits even if no changes are being made.''' Additionally, '''you will need to certify you and your dependent(s) (age 18 and older) tobacco use status. Tobacco users will be charged $100 per month, per person for using tobacco products and system automatically defaults to tobacco user.''' <br />
**Open Enrollment Website - https://www.usg.edu/hr/benefits/2021_benefits/your_2021_benefits_centered_on_you<br />
**Virtual Benefits Fair - USG Benefits Fair – October 19th – October 23rd. This event will include live events daily & Vendor 1:1 chats between 10am – 2p. (This event replaces GT Benefits Fair) - https://usg.vfairs.com/<br />
**Benefits Comparison Guide - https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/benefits_docs/2021_Comparison_Guide_PDF.pdf<br />
<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# Complete your Open Enrollment for 2021 - 11/6<br />
# Complete Your GT Compliance - 11/17! <br />
# TH - Create and Share your Social Media posting plan for '''TFL's 30th & ADA's 30th'''.<br />
<br />
*'''S&E and Policy Synergies with Research Presentation Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
** Action: Send out PDF: CP<br />
** Action: TFL Team review & give Feedback<br />
<br />
*'''ACCESS for Aging Well Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
*'''AT Network Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
* '''AT Lending Library Issue'''<br />
**Action: Annabel will set up to Discuss & Resolve with Rachel<br />
<br />
* '''CDC/F Category 3''' <br />
**Action: Send out Announcements Nationally & Reminders - Tori<br />
<br />
*'''TFL Report to HHS | ACL & to Congress'''<br />
**Action: GaDOE Co-Op - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
**Action: CIDI S&E - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
<br />
*'''Ga DAS - Start Date/Nov. 19th Training'''<br />
**Action: CP will get info Jeni</div>Rsatterfield8http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_9/7/2021&diff=6003TFL Team Meeting - 9/7/20212021-09-03T13:32:51Z<p>Rsatterfield8: /* TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn) */</p>
<hr />
<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
<br />
*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
<br />
=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
<br />
1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
<br />
2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
<br />
3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
<br />
<br />
=Agenda=<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* ‘’’HR’’’<br />
** Critical Hire Process: AT Manager Position<br />
** Critical Hire Process: Training Position<br />
*'''Allocations'''<br />
**Make sure these are correct - any changes by 5pm today. <br />
* '''Projects:'''<br />
* GaDOE FY20 Co-PI Gina & FY 21 - Ben will be increasing his role to help Gina and me!<br />
* GVRA Contract FY 21 - Moving Forward - PI Ben & Co-PI's Martha and Zerrin<br />
* CDC Contract - NCE through Sept. 30, 2022.<br />
* HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** ISO & ICF!<br />
* AT3 - $50K - (May-August 31)<br />
* Georgia Division of Aging (DAS) - CARES Act - (April 2021 - End Sept. 30, 2021!)<br />
* 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
* Wireless RERC - $35K<br />
*'''Proposals:'''<br />
**GVRA Transition Website<br />
** GaDOE Year 3: Early Development <br />
<br />
* '''TFL Strategic Planning - Focused Sessions'''<br />
*Upcoming: <br />
**Direct Services - Martha<br />
** AAC Lab - DeeDee<br />
** AT Considerations - Gina<br />
** Leadership & Training - Liz<br />
** TFL Research - Ben<br />
** TFL into CIDI S&E Research - Zerrin<br />
** Wrap Up & Action Items - CP<br />
<br />
=='''Almost Complete!! CDC/F Trainings & Activities (Category 3) (Carolyn)'''==<br />
*'''COVID-19 Simplified Text 2-Minute Videos'''<br />
**Format: 5 Simplified Text Scripts for 2-minute videos<br />
*New CDCF Contract!<br />
*Vaccine Webinar #1<br />
*Vaccine Webinar #2<br />
<br />
=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates'''==<br />
'''Transition'''<br />
# Credit-Able - to FODAC!!<br />
# Physical files will still remain in Danny's office <br />
<br />
'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Credit-Able applications are on hold<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(1) - AT Services During & After the Covid-19 Pandemic<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(2) - Public Health: feature our work on CDC Project<br />
** Calls closed in June, Peer Review is in process<br />
<br />
'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT)''' <br />
* Submitted a SMART TECH Report - paper documenting the Mastery of AT project and findings <br />
* Seed grant proposal in K-12 area was not funded. <br />
* Awaiting word on NIDILRR FIP proposal.<br />
* MoAT presentation accepted at GA EdTech Conference (ATL, Nov 3-5)<br />
* MoAT presentation accepted at ATIA (Orlando, Jan 27th)<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS''' <br />
* Team is preparing for an additional focus group on Mental Health Accommodations<br />
* Developing a focus group plan to discuss changes in retail settings since COVID-19 <br />
* Resuming work on Workstations decision tree<br />
* Launching Validation Surveys for completed decision trees<br />
<br />
'''AT Network'''<br />
* Beginning the process of mapping categories of AT from the AbleData database to the ISO 9999 classifications<br />
* Team has been exploring how to leverage evaluations done by TFL to help "seed" database<br />
** Dee Dee & Ben have proposed a template with levels at which eval data might be accessed.<br />
** Also looking for PowerPoint presentations and papers to include in the database.<br />
<br />
'''Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Program (ITEP)''' <br />
*Instruction sessions are completed<br />
*Business Coaching component has started under Joy Harris supervision <br />
*Final event will be scheduled for early November <br />
*Submitted a proposal for the next year <br />
<br />
'''NSF Proposal Awarded'''<br />
*Experiences of Students with Visual Impairments with Tactile Graphics in STEM Courses: Critical Interpretative Synthesis<br />
*I will be working with Lizanne DeStefano (Georgia Tech), Terri Pigott (GSU), Penny Rosenblum (AFB), and Takumi Sato (Virginia Tech)<br />
<br />
'''ACCESS Projects''' <br />
*Have been working with the project team to develop protocols for the focus group<br />
*Sessions will start next week<br />
<br />
'''GVRA'''<br />
*Working with Ben, Martha, and Carolyn <br />
<br />
'''Spencer Foundation'''<br />
*Planning to submit a proposal for the Small Research Grant Program<br />
<br />
'''GT-Microsoft Accessibility Research Seed Grants''' <br />
*Proposal submitted <br />
*Worked with John Rempel and Maureen Linden <br />
<br />
'''NSF- NCSU STEM BUILD Project''' <br />
*Collaborated with NCSU Genetics Program / Department of Biological Sciences<br />
*Weeklong workshop with faculty, makers, and students from 3 states <br />
*Presented on UDL and Accessible Pedagogy <br />
<br />
'''Meta-Analysis Workshop''' <br />
*Attended a weeklong workshop funded by NSF <br />
*Focuses on STEM Education research<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
<br />
*'''Tools for Life'''<br />
<br />
**Data Reminder: Don't forget to enter in your public awareness and I & A data. Include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures - Keep going! Follow up in late October.<br />
**Webinar archives - Are any of yours missing? - Tori continues to update and organize and will be reaching out<br />
**TFL Website, wiki - Liz, Kayla, Tori and Shaina - Soon!<br />
**Training plan - host more virtually - we're doing it!<br />
<br />
*'''GCDD Accessibility Grant - Universal Design for Learning and Plain Language - Awarded!'''<br />
**June to September 2021 - $13,000<br />
**Liz, Norah, Tori (Carolyn and Trish support)<br />
***Met with GCDD team to start plan for trainings and creating the plain language guide<br />
<br />
*'''Credits''' - Training Team <br />
**CEU's - Continuing Education Units approved and distributed by the AAC Institute<br />
**CRC's - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Credits approved and distributed by the Commissioner Rehabilitation Counselor Certification or CRCC <br />
***All applications '''must be submitted no later than 30 days before the live event.''' <br />
<br />
*'''CDC/CDC Foundation''' - Carolyn-PI, Liz-Co-PI, Norah - Content Creator and Manager, Trish-Project Support<br />
**COVID-19 Accessible Materials for Individuals with Disabilities<br />
**Issue Briefs on 1. Planning Accessible Meetings, 2. Creating Accessible Text Docs, and 3. Creating Accessible PowerPoint Presentations<br />
**Submitted July dissemination report<br />
***Planning for upcoming CDC trainings<br />
****Training 2: Communicating with People who are Blind or have Vision Related Disabilities - Tuesday August 17 at 3:00PM, prep at 2:30PM<br />
****Training 3: Communicating with People who are Deaf or have Hearing Related Disabilities - Tuesday August 31 at 3:00PM, prep at 2:30PM<br />
****Training 4: Communicating with People with Extreme Low Literacy Including People with Cognitive or Intellectual Disabilities - Tuesday, September 14 at 3:00PM, prep at 2:30PM<br />
<br />
*'''Social Media''' - Send articles, webinars, videos, general information, etc. for posting to Tori<br />
<br />
*'''Graphic Design Projects''' - Kayla<br />
<br />
*'''ATAP (AT3)''' - AT Reuse Activities, AT Database - Carolyn, Liz, Trish(support)<br />
**Webinar - Completed!<br />
<br />
*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach''' Check out the [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website] to learn more. - Carolyn and Liz<br />
<br />
*'''Webinars''' - WORK ACCESS series; Wired Wednesdays<br />
<br />
*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA''' - Outreach & Public Awareness - Carolyn, Liz<br />
**Submitted July report! Getting ready for August!<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase''' - Focus groups, trainings, webinars - Carolyn, Liz, Tori, Rachel, Sarah, Ben<br />
<br />
=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
<br />
K-12 Updates<br />
*Composing Year 3 Statement of Work for GaDOE<br />
*Actively supporting current K-12 deliverables<br />
**Current focus EdTrade soft launch & feedback<br />
**GaDOE Video Series – Year 2 – finishing touches<br />
**school year start up increase in requests<br />
*August 10, 2021 @ Direct Services Team Meeting – GaDOE refresh (look for dates to reschedule)<br />
**AT Portal registration, links, AT Portal Guides<br />
**SRI Database & locating & searching for GaDOE information<br />
**Email examples/responses<br />
*Presentations <br />
**Core Vocabulary, September 14, 2021 3:00 -3:30 (DeeDee) – 3 / 3 in GaDOE Webinar Series for Year 2 <br />
**DeKalb County School Psychologist, September 15, 2021 (Gina) – TFL & GaDOE Partnership<br />
**Texthelp – request training rooms November 9 or 16, 2021 – Texthelp Talks – in person<br />
** Teachers of the Visually Impaired (TVI) Consortia, January 21, 2022 – TFL, GVRA & GaDOE Partnership presentation<br />
**Emory Autism Center – AT / AAC for the Neurodiversity Class (result of the Georgia College Transition Partnership Grant), November 2021<br />
*TFL AT Demos - virtual and face-to-face (we have a couple of upcoming face-to-face demos scheduled)<br />
<br />
=='''GVRA Project (Ben)'''==<br />
<br />
Contracts<br />
* GVRA Contract and Walton Subcontract have been approved and signed!<br />
* WorkTag #s have been assigned for both GVRA project and Walton Subcontract.<br />
* Next steps: Software purchase orders and payment <br />
<br />
Team & Project Plan<br />
* Ben has met (or is planning to meet) with team members to discuss allocations and project roles<br />
* Updated Project Plan Gantt Chart is available on Teams site.<br />
* August Report is in progress (Due by 10th)<br />
** Drawing from 5 different reports in 4 areas of CIDI<br />
** Once report is established will need to automate process<br />
<br />
GVRA Updates<br />
* Ben met with Jeff Allen on 8/31 (GVRA Lead on this project) to discuss reporting.<br />
* Planning to meet with GVRA Transition team in September to discuss<br />
** "Pilot within Pilot" to model reporting for K-12 Districts<br />
** Plans to incorporate IPSE programs into project<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''== <br />
<br />
*Device Demo 10/1/ 20- Present All Centers 110<br />
*Device Demos 10/1/20- Present TFL 14<br />
<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present All Centers 141<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present TFL 45<br />
<br />
*Device Reutilization 2437<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
*Wired Wednesdays- Ciara is working on September and October. WATAP will be covering November and December<br />
*Last DAS Cares Act webinar is this Thursday, August 19th. Sal and Martha will be presenting on connectivity and special guest Amy Woodralls from Senior Connections will present on a project they are doing<br />
*Sal and Martha mailed out another big shipment for DAS participants last Thursday. We have gotten 3 more referrals and are making calls and will order equipment. In-office today to mail out a few items that had not come in yet.<br />
*Gina and Martha in the office today for an in-person demo. Shall we order for masks, wipes, and sanitizer? Eric's email said this would be TFL funds.<br />
*Have gotten several requests for demos for students regarding reading and writing and math. Martha and Gina have been scheduling these- virtually and in-person<br />
*GGS Presentation on August 9th went really well with lots of questions.<br />
*Met with West Ga Library and they are writing a grant and would like to include TFL- costs for trainings and consultation for using funds to purchase AT for senior population<br />
<br />
=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (Johan)'''==<br />
<br />
*AccessGA <br />
**Captioning of Governor’s Mansion Clock Videos (3 of 8 completed)<br />
***Technical Assistance <br />
**Georgia Department of Community Affairs<br />
***Technical assistance<br />
**Web Accessibility Evaluations<br />
***Georgia Public Library Service Completed<br />
*Fee-for-Service <br />
**Shepherd Center: Web Accessibility Evaluation SoW submitted<br />
***strong interest in additional training related to digital accessibility needs<br />
**USG HR: Survey of Needs in Progress: Disability Awareness and Digital Accessibility Training<br />
***Follow-up technical assistance for BOR employment application<br />
**UDOIT Tool Evaluation for Brightspace LMS <br />
***Outstanding accessibility evaluation and technical assistance<br />
**Centenary University (awaiting SoW approval)<br />
***Web A11y Eval<br />
***Follow-up technical assistance<br />
**Library Accessibility Alliance<br />
***high-level/preliminary accessibility evaluations of library e-resources<br />
**BLH/NLM<br />
***Survey of Needs submitted<br />
***Scoping out training needs<br />
**Association of State and Territorial Health Officials (ASTHO)<br />
***Joint presentation with Liz on Aug. 24<br />
***Strong interest in additional trainings offered by CIDI<br />
**Partnership for Inclusive Innovation (GT)<br />
***Request for web a11y eval<br />
***CIDI Membership in process<br />
**CDC Foundation<br />
***Management team deciding on next steps related to creation of accessible office documents and digital accessibility testing/compliance<br />
**CDC trainings<br />
**UX Initiatives<br />
***Several ongoing projects in the coming weeks/months involving UX<br />
****Aging Well Access<br />
****Dementia Access<br />
****Washington AT Access <br />
****AT Network <br />
****AT3 AT Access<br />
<br />
=='''AAC Labs (DeeDee)'''==<br />
* Setting up AAC Lab laptop<br />
* Display equipment has been received<br />
* Planning an office day to begin setting up displays and plan posters<br />
Display materials planned:<br />
* Device information <br />
* Posters/handouts on elements of AAC and Access (i.e., types of AAC devices, core words, switches, scanning access, etc.)<br />
* Handouts on implementation strategies, product information<br />
* Information on access from Pittsburg AAC Language Seminar - Karen Kangas<br />
* Model as a MASTER PAL for communication partner training<br />
<br />
=='''TFL & ADA 30th Celebration'''==<br />
<br />
*https://nationaldaycalendar.com/dyslexia-awareness-month-october/<br />
<br />
*Hashtags:<br />
#ThanksToTheADA <br />
#WhatCanYouDo #ChooseToInclude #Disability #ADA<br />
<br />
*November<br />
**Veterans<br />
***"Honor all who served - In times of war - In times of peace"<br />
<br />
**Publications & Fact Sheets<br />
*Veterans - ADA Fact Sheets & Publications from the ADA National Network<br />
*Veterans Resources from the Southeast ADA Center<br />
*Veterans & Families Resource List from ADA Live!<br />
*ADA Live! Episodes by Topic - veterans<br />
**Social Media<br />
#HONORINGVETS – Show your Support on Twitter<br />
**VAntage Point Blog from U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs<br />
**Greenlight a Vet Program and help show that every Veteran has a story<br />
<br />
*December<br />
**Shaping a Universal Future<br />
***National ADA Symposium - Save the Date! Registration opens in January.<br />
*Resources: International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD)<br />
*United Nations (UN)– International Day of Persons with Disabilities<br />
*Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD)<br />
<br />
**Sharing ADA Stories<br />
*StoryCorps & Disability Visibility Project<br />
*StoryCorps MobileBooth Tour<br />
**ADA Legacy Project - Preserve. Celebrate. Educate.<br />
<br />
=='''Open Enrollment begins October 21st!'''==<br />
*Open Enrollment for 2021 Benefits selection begins tomorrow October 21st and ends November 6th. This is an active enrollment - meaning '''you must log into the system and confirm your benefits even if no changes are being made.''' Additionally, '''you will need to certify you and your dependent(s) (age 18 and older) tobacco use status. Tobacco users will be charged $100 per month, per person for using tobacco products and system automatically defaults to tobacco user.''' <br />
**Open Enrollment Website - https://www.usg.edu/hr/benefits/2021_benefits/your_2021_benefits_centered_on_you<br />
**Virtual Benefits Fair - USG Benefits Fair – October 19th – October 23rd. This event will include live events daily & Vendor 1:1 chats between 10am – 2p. (This event replaces GT Benefits Fair) - https://usg.vfairs.com/<br />
**Benefits Comparison Guide - https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/benefits_docs/2021_Comparison_Guide_PDF.pdf<br />
<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# Complete your Open Enrollment for 2021 - 11/6<br />
# Complete Your GT Compliance - 11/17! <br />
# TH - Create and Share your Social Media posting plan for '''TFL's 30th & ADA's 30th'''.<br />
<br />
*'''S&E and Policy Synergies with Research Presentation Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
** Action: Send out PDF: CP<br />
** Action: TFL Team review & give Feedback<br />
<br />
*'''ACCESS for Aging Well Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
*'''AT Network Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
* '''AT Lending Library Issue'''<br />
**Action: Annabel will set up to Discuss & Resolve with Rachel<br />
<br />
* '''CDC/F Category 3''' <br />
**Action: Send out Announcements Nationally & Reminders - Tori<br />
<br />
*'''TFL Report to HHS | ACL & to Congress'''<br />
**Action: GaDOE Co-Op - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
**Action: CIDI S&E - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
<br />
*'''Ga DAS - Start Date/Nov. 19th Training'''<br />
**Action: CP will get info Jeni</div>Rsatterfield8http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_9/7/2021&diff=6002TFL Team Meeting - 9/7/20212021-09-03T13:28:46Z<p>Rsatterfield8: /* GVRA Project (Ben) */</p>
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<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
<br />
*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
<br />
=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
<br />
1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
<br />
2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
<br />
3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
<br />
<br />
=Agenda=<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* ‘’’HR’’’<br />
** Critical Hire Process: AT Manager Position<br />
** Critical Hire Process: Training Position<br />
*'''Allocations'''<br />
**Make sure these are correct - any changes by 5pm today. <br />
* '''Projects:'''<br />
* GaDOE FY20 Co-PI Gina & FY 21 - Ben will be increasing his role to help Gina and me!<br />
* GVRA Contract FY 21 - Moving Forward - PI Ben & Co-PI's Martha and Zerrin<br />
* CDC Contract - NCE through Sept. 30, 2022.<br />
* HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** ISO & ICF!<br />
* AT3 - $50K - (May-August 31)<br />
* Georgia Division of Aging (DAS) - CARES Act - (April 2021 - End Sept. 30, 2021!)<br />
* 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
* Wireless RERC - $35K<br />
*'''Proposals:'''<br />
**GVRA Transition Website<br />
** GaDOE Year 3: Early Development <br />
<br />
* '''TFL Strategic Planning - Focused Sessions'''<br />
*Upcoming: <br />
**Direct Services - Martha<br />
** AAC Lab - DeeDee<br />
** AT Considerations - Gina<br />
** Leadership & Training - Liz<br />
** TFL Research - Ben<br />
** TFL into CIDI S&E Research - Zerrin<br />
** Wrap Up & Action Items - CP<br />
<br />
=='''Almost Complete!! CDC/F Trainings & Activities (Category 3) (Carolyn)'''==<br />
*'''COVID-19 Simplified Text 2-Minute Videos'''<br />
**Format: 5 Simplified Text Scripts for 2-minute videos<br />
*New CDCF Contract!<br />
*Vaccine Webinar #1<br />
*Vaccine Webinar #2<br />
<br />
=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates'''==<br />
'''Transition'''<br />
# Credit-Able - to FODAC!!<br />
# Physical files will still remain in Danny's office <br />
<br />
'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Credit-Able applications are on hold<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(1) - AT Services During & After the Covid-19 Pandemic<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(2) - Public Health: feature our work on CDC Project<br />
** Calls closed in June, Peer Review is in process<br />
<br />
'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT)''' <br />
* MoAT Small Bets project: <br />
** Submitted a SMART TECH Report - paper documenting the Mastery of AT project and findings <br />
** Seed grant proposal in K-12 area was not funded. Awaiting word on NIDILRR FIP proposal.<br />
** MoAT presentation accepted at GA EdTech Conference (ATL, Nov 3-5)<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS''' <br />
* Team is preparing for an additional focus group on Mental Health Accommodations<br />
* Resuming work on Workstations decision tree<br />
* Launching Validation Surveys for completed decision trees<br />
<br />
'''AT Network'''<br />
* Beginning the process of mapping categories of AT from the AbleData database to the ISO 9999 classifications<br />
* Team has been exploring how to leverage evaluations done by TFL to help "seed" database<br />
** Dee Dee & Ben have proposed a template with levels at which eval data might be accessed.<br />
** Also looking for PowerPoint presentations and papers to include in the database.<br />
<br />
'''Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Program (ITEP)''' <br />
*Instruction sessions are completed<br />
*Business Coaching component has started under Joy Harris supervision <br />
*Final event will be scheduled for early November <br />
*Submitted a proposal for the next year <br />
<br />
'''NSF Proposal Awarded'''<br />
*Experiences of Students with Visual Impairments with Tactile Graphics in STEM Courses: Critical Interpretative Synthesis<br />
*I will be working with Lizanne DeStefano (Georgia Tech), Terri Pigott (GSU), Penny Rosenblum (AFB), and Takumi Sato (Virginia Tech)<br />
<br />
'''ACCESS Projects''' <br />
*Have been working with the project team to develop protocols for the focus group<br />
*Sessions will start next week<br />
<br />
'''GVRA'''<br />
*Working with Ben, Martha, and Carolyn <br />
<br />
'''Spencer Foundation'''<br />
*Planning to submit a proposal for the Small Research Grant Program<br />
<br />
'''GT-Microsoft Accessibility Research Seed Grants''' <br />
*Proposal submitted <br />
*Worked with John Rempel and Maureen Linden <br />
<br />
'''NSF- NCSU STEM BUILD Project''' <br />
*Collaborated with NCSU Genetics Program / Department of Biological Sciences<br />
*Weeklong workshop with faculty, makers, and students from 3 states <br />
*Presented on UDL and Accessible Pedagogy <br />
<br />
'''Meta-Analysis Workshop''' <br />
*Attended a weeklong workshop funded by NSF <br />
*Focuses on STEM Education research<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
<br />
*'''Tools for Life'''<br />
<br />
**Data Reminder: Don't forget to enter in your public awareness and I & A data. Include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures - Keep going! Follow up in late October.<br />
**Webinar archives - Are any of yours missing? - Tori continues to update and organize and will be reaching out<br />
**TFL Website, wiki - Liz, Kayla, Tori and Shaina - Soon!<br />
**Training plan - host more virtually - we're doing it!<br />
<br />
*'''GCDD Accessibility Grant - Universal Design for Learning and Plain Language - Awarded!'''<br />
**June to September 2021 - $13,000<br />
**Liz, Norah, Tori (Carolyn and Trish support)<br />
***Met with GCDD team to start plan for trainings and creating the plain language guide<br />
<br />
*'''Credits''' - Training Team <br />
**CEU's - Continuing Education Units approved and distributed by the AAC Institute<br />
**CRC's - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Credits approved and distributed by the Commissioner Rehabilitation Counselor Certification or CRCC <br />
***All applications '''must be submitted no later than 30 days before the live event.''' <br />
<br />
*'''CDC/CDC Foundation''' - Carolyn-PI, Liz-Co-PI, Norah - Content Creator and Manager, Trish-Project Support<br />
**COVID-19 Accessible Materials for Individuals with Disabilities<br />
**Issue Briefs on 1. Planning Accessible Meetings, 2. Creating Accessible Text Docs, and 3. Creating Accessible PowerPoint Presentations<br />
**Submitted July dissemination report<br />
***Planning for upcoming CDC trainings<br />
****Training 2: Communicating with People who are Blind or have Vision Related Disabilities - Tuesday August 17 at 3:00PM, prep at 2:30PM<br />
****Training 3: Communicating with People who are Deaf or have Hearing Related Disabilities - Tuesday August 31 at 3:00PM, prep at 2:30PM<br />
****Training 4: Communicating with People with Extreme Low Literacy Including People with Cognitive or Intellectual Disabilities - Tuesday, September 14 at 3:00PM, prep at 2:30PM<br />
<br />
*'''Social Media''' - Send articles, webinars, videos, general information, etc. for posting to Tori<br />
<br />
*'''Graphic Design Projects''' - Kayla<br />
<br />
*'''ATAP (AT3)''' - AT Reuse Activities, AT Database - Carolyn, Liz, Trish(support)<br />
**Webinar - Completed!<br />
<br />
*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach''' Check out the [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website] to learn more. - Carolyn and Liz<br />
<br />
*'''Webinars''' - WORK ACCESS series; Wired Wednesdays<br />
<br />
*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA''' - Outreach & Public Awareness - Carolyn, Liz<br />
**Submitted July report! Getting ready for August!<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase''' - Focus groups, trainings, webinars - Carolyn, Liz, Tori, Rachel, Sarah, Ben<br />
<br />
=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
<br />
K-12 Updates<br />
*Composing Year 3 Statement of Work for GaDOE<br />
*Actively supporting current K-12 deliverables<br />
**Current focus EdTrade soft launch & feedback<br />
**GaDOE Video Series – Year 2 – finishing touches<br />
**school year start up increase in requests<br />
*August 10, 2021 @ Direct Services Team Meeting – GaDOE refresh (look for dates to reschedule)<br />
**AT Portal registration, links, AT Portal Guides<br />
**SRI Database & locating & searching for GaDOE information<br />
**Email examples/responses<br />
*Presentations <br />
**Core Vocabulary, September 14, 2021 3:00 -3:30 (DeeDee) – 3 / 3 in GaDOE Webinar Series for Year 2 <br />
**DeKalb County School Psychologist, September 15, 2021 (Gina) – TFL & GaDOE Partnership<br />
**Texthelp – request training rooms November 9 or 16, 2021 – Texthelp Talks – in person<br />
** Teachers of the Visually Impaired (TVI) Consortia, January 21, 2022 – TFL, GVRA & GaDOE Partnership presentation<br />
**Emory Autism Center – AT / AAC for the Neurodiversity Class (result of the Georgia College Transition Partnership Grant), November 2021<br />
*TFL AT Demos - virtual and face-to-face (we have a couple of upcoming face-to-face demos scheduled)<br />
<br />
=='''GVRA Project (Ben)'''==<br />
<br />
Contracts<br />
* GVRA Contract and Walton Subcontract have been approved and signed!<br />
* WorkTag #s have been assigned for both GVRA project and Walton Subcontract.<br />
* Next steps: Software purchase orders and payment <br />
<br />
Team & Project Plan<br />
* Ben has met (or is planning to meet) with team members to discuss allocations and project roles<br />
* Updated Project Plan Gantt Chart is available on Teams site.<br />
* August Report is in progress (Due by 10th)<br />
** Drawing from 5 different reports in 4 areas of CIDI<br />
** Once report is established will need to automate process<br />
<br />
GVRA Updates<br />
* Ben met with Jeff Allen on 8/31 (GVRA Lead on this project) to discuss reporting.<br />
* Planning to meet with GVRA Transition team in September to discuss<br />
** "Pilot within Pilot" to model reporting for K-12 Districts<br />
** Plans to incorporate IPSE programs into project<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''== <br />
<br />
*Device Demo 10/1/ 20- Present All Centers 110<br />
*Device Demos 10/1/20- Present TFL 14<br />
<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present All Centers 141<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present TFL 45<br />
<br />
*Device Reutilization 2437<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
*Wired Wednesdays- Ciara is working on September and October. WATAP will be covering November and December<br />
*Last DAS Cares Act webinar is this Thursday, August 19th. Sal and Martha will be presenting on connectivity and special guest Amy Woodralls from Senior Connections will present on a project they are doing<br />
*Sal and Martha mailed out another big shipment for DAS participants last Thursday. We have gotten 3 more referrals and are making calls and will order equipment. In-office today to mail out a few items that had not come in yet.<br />
*Gina and Martha in the office today for an in-person demo. Shall we order for masks, wipes, and sanitizer? Eric's email said this would be TFL funds.<br />
*Have gotten several requests for demos for students regarding reading and writing and math. Martha and Gina have been scheduling these- virtually and in-person<br />
*GGS Presentation on August 9th went really well with lots of questions.<br />
*Met with West Ga Library and they are writing a grant and would like to include TFL- costs for trainings and consultation for using funds to purchase AT for senior population<br />
<br />
=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (Johan)'''==<br />
<br />
*AccessGA <br />
**Captioning of Governor’s Mansion Clock Videos (3 of 8 completed)<br />
***Technical Assistance <br />
**Georgia Department of Community Affairs<br />
***Technical assistance<br />
**Web Accessibility Evaluations<br />
***Georgia Public Library Service Completed<br />
*Fee-for-Service <br />
**Shepherd Center: Web Accessibility Evaluation SoW submitted<br />
***strong interest in additional training related to digital accessibility needs<br />
**USG HR: Survey of Needs in Progress: Disability Awareness and Digital Accessibility Training<br />
***Follow-up technical assistance for BOR employment application<br />
**UDOIT Tool Evaluation for Brightspace LMS <br />
***Outstanding accessibility evaluation and technical assistance<br />
**Centenary University (awaiting SoW approval)<br />
***Web A11y Eval<br />
***Follow-up technical assistance<br />
**Library Accessibility Alliance<br />
***high-level/preliminary accessibility evaluations of library e-resources<br />
**BLH/NLM<br />
***Survey of Needs submitted<br />
***Scoping out training needs<br />
**Association of State and Territorial Health Officials (ASTHO)<br />
***Joint presentation with Liz on Aug. 24<br />
***Strong interest in additional trainings offered by CIDI<br />
**Partnership for Inclusive Innovation (GT)<br />
***Request for web a11y eval<br />
***CIDI Membership in process<br />
**CDC Foundation<br />
***Management team deciding on next steps related to creation of accessible office documents and digital accessibility testing/compliance<br />
**CDC trainings<br />
**UX Initiatives<br />
***Several ongoing projects in the coming weeks/months involving UX<br />
****Aging Well Access<br />
****Dementia Access<br />
****Washington AT Access <br />
****AT Network <br />
****AT3 AT Access<br />
<br />
=='''AAC Labs (DeeDee)'''==<br />
* Setting up AAC Lab laptop<br />
* Display equipment has been received<br />
* Planning an office day to begin setting up displays and plan posters<br />
Display materials planned:<br />
* Device information <br />
* Posters/handouts on elements of AAC and Access (i.e., types of AAC devices, core words, switches, scanning access, etc.)<br />
* Handouts on implementation strategies, product information<br />
* Information on access from Pittsburg AAC Language Seminar - Karen Kangas<br />
* Model as a MASTER PAL for communication partner training<br />
<br />
=='''TFL & ADA 30th Celebration'''==<br />
<br />
*https://nationaldaycalendar.com/dyslexia-awareness-month-october/<br />
<br />
*Hashtags:<br />
#ThanksToTheADA <br />
#WhatCanYouDo #ChooseToInclude #Disability #ADA<br />
<br />
*November<br />
**Veterans<br />
***"Honor all who served - In times of war - In times of peace"<br />
<br />
**Publications & Fact Sheets<br />
*Veterans - ADA Fact Sheets & Publications from the ADA National Network<br />
*Veterans Resources from the Southeast ADA Center<br />
*Veterans & Families Resource List from ADA Live!<br />
*ADA Live! Episodes by Topic - veterans<br />
**Social Media<br />
#HONORINGVETS – Show your Support on Twitter<br />
**VAntage Point Blog from U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs<br />
**Greenlight a Vet Program and help show that every Veteran has a story<br />
<br />
*December<br />
**Shaping a Universal Future<br />
***National ADA Symposium - Save the Date! Registration opens in January.<br />
*Resources: International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD)<br />
*United Nations (UN)– International Day of Persons with Disabilities<br />
*Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD)<br />
<br />
**Sharing ADA Stories<br />
*StoryCorps & Disability Visibility Project<br />
*StoryCorps MobileBooth Tour<br />
**ADA Legacy Project - Preserve. Celebrate. Educate.<br />
<br />
=='''Open Enrollment begins October 21st!'''==<br />
*Open Enrollment for 2021 Benefits selection begins tomorrow October 21st and ends November 6th. This is an active enrollment - meaning '''you must log into the system and confirm your benefits even if no changes are being made.''' Additionally, '''you will need to certify you and your dependent(s) (age 18 and older) tobacco use status. Tobacco users will be charged $100 per month, per person for using tobacco products and system automatically defaults to tobacco user.''' <br />
**Open Enrollment Website - https://www.usg.edu/hr/benefits/2021_benefits/your_2021_benefits_centered_on_you<br />
**Virtual Benefits Fair - USG Benefits Fair – October 19th – October 23rd. This event will include live events daily & Vendor 1:1 chats between 10am – 2p. (This event replaces GT Benefits Fair) - https://usg.vfairs.com/<br />
**Benefits Comparison Guide - https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/benefits_docs/2021_Comparison_Guide_PDF.pdf<br />
<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# Complete your Open Enrollment for 2021 - 11/6<br />
# Complete Your GT Compliance - 11/17! <br />
# TH - Create and Share your Social Media posting plan for '''TFL's 30th & ADA's 30th'''.<br />
<br />
*'''S&E and Policy Synergies with Research Presentation Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
** Action: Send out PDF: CP<br />
** Action: TFL Team review & give Feedback<br />
<br />
*'''ACCESS for Aging Well Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
*'''AT Network Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
* '''AT Lending Library Issue'''<br />
**Action: Annabel will set up to Discuss & Resolve with Rachel<br />
<br />
* '''CDC/F Category 3''' <br />
**Action: Send out Announcements Nationally & Reminders - Tori<br />
<br />
*'''TFL Report to HHS | ACL & to Congress'''<br />
**Action: GaDOE Co-Op - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
**Action: CIDI S&E - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
<br />
*'''Ga DAS - Start Date/Nov. 19th Training'''<br />
**Action: CP will get info Jeni</div>Rsatterfield8http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_9/7/2021&diff=6001TFL Team Meeting - 9/7/20212021-09-03T13:28:01Z<p>Rsatterfield8: /* GVRA Project (Ben) */</p>
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<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
<br />
*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
<br />
=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
<br />
1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
<br />
2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
<br />
3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
<br />
<br />
=Agenda=<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* ‘’’HR’’’<br />
** Critical Hire Process: AT Manager Position<br />
** Critical Hire Process: Training Position<br />
*'''Allocations'''<br />
**Make sure these are correct - any changes by 5pm today. <br />
* '''Projects:'''<br />
* GaDOE FY20 Co-PI Gina & FY 21 - Ben will be increasing his role to help Gina and me!<br />
* GVRA Contract FY 21 - Moving Forward - PI Ben & Co-PI's Martha and Zerrin<br />
* CDC Contract - NCE through Sept. 30, 2022.<br />
* HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** ISO & ICF!<br />
* AT3 - $50K - (May-August 31)<br />
* Georgia Division of Aging (DAS) - CARES Act - (April 2021 - End Sept. 30, 2021!)<br />
* 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
* Wireless RERC - $35K<br />
*'''Proposals:'''<br />
**GVRA Transition Website<br />
** GaDOE Year 3: Early Development <br />
<br />
* '''TFL Strategic Planning - Focused Sessions'''<br />
*Upcoming: <br />
**Direct Services - Martha<br />
** AAC Lab - DeeDee<br />
** AT Considerations - Gina<br />
** Leadership & Training - Liz<br />
** TFL Research - Ben<br />
** TFL into CIDI S&E Research - Zerrin<br />
** Wrap Up & Action Items - CP<br />
<br />
=='''Almost Complete!! CDC/F Trainings & Activities (Category 3) (Carolyn)'''==<br />
*'''COVID-19 Simplified Text 2-Minute Videos'''<br />
**Format: 5 Simplified Text Scripts for 2-minute videos<br />
*New CDCF Contract!<br />
*Vaccine Webinar #1<br />
*Vaccine Webinar #2<br />
<br />
=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates'''==<br />
'''Transition'''<br />
# Credit-Able - to FODAC!!<br />
# Physical files will still remain in Danny's office <br />
<br />
'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Credit-Able applications are on hold<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(1) - AT Services During & After the Covid-19 Pandemic<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(2) - Public Health: feature our work on CDC Project<br />
** Calls closed in June, Peer Review is in process<br />
<br />
'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT)''' <br />
* MoAT Small Bets project: <br />
** Submitted a SMART TECH Report - paper documenting the Mastery of AT project and findings <br />
** Seed grant proposal in K-12 area was not funded. Awaiting word on NIDILRR FIP proposal.<br />
** MoAT presentation accepted at GA EdTech Conference (ATL, Nov 3-5)<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS''' <br />
* Team is preparing for an additional focus group on Mental Health Accommodations<br />
* Resuming work on Workstations decision tree<br />
* Launching Validation Surveys for completed decision trees<br />
<br />
'''AT Network'''<br />
* Beginning the process of mapping categories of AT from the AbleData database to the ISO 9999 classifications<br />
* Team has been exploring how to leverage evaluations done by TFL to help "seed" database<br />
** Dee Dee & Ben have proposed a template with levels at which eval data might be accessed.<br />
** Also looking for PowerPoint presentations and papers to include in the database.<br />
<br />
'''Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Program (ITEP)''' <br />
*Instruction sessions are completed<br />
*Business Coaching component has started under Joy Harris supervision <br />
*Final event will be scheduled for early November <br />
*Submitted a proposal for the next year <br />
<br />
'''NSF Proposal Awarded'''<br />
*Experiences of Students with Visual Impairments with Tactile Graphics in STEM Courses: Critical Interpretative Synthesis<br />
*I will be working with Lizanne DeStefano (Georgia Tech), Terri Pigott (GSU), Penny Rosenblum (AFB), and Takumi Sato (Virginia Tech)<br />
<br />
'''ACCESS Projects''' <br />
*Have been working with the project team to develop protocols for the focus group<br />
*Sessions will start next week<br />
<br />
'''GVRA'''<br />
*Working with Ben, Martha, and Carolyn <br />
<br />
'''Spencer Foundation'''<br />
*Planning to submit a proposal for the Small Research Grant Program<br />
<br />
'''GT-Microsoft Accessibility Research Seed Grants''' <br />
*Proposal submitted <br />
*Worked with John Rempel and Maureen Linden <br />
<br />
'''NSF- NCSU STEM BUILD Project''' <br />
*Collaborated with NCSU Genetics Program / Department of Biological Sciences<br />
*Weeklong workshop with faculty, makers, and students from 3 states <br />
*Presented on UDL and Accessible Pedagogy <br />
<br />
'''Meta-Analysis Workshop''' <br />
*Attended a weeklong workshop funded by NSF <br />
*Focuses on STEM Education research<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
<br />
*'''Tools for Life'''<br />
<br />
**Data Reminder: Don't forget to enter in your public awareness and I & A data. Include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures - Keep going! Follow up in late October.<br />
**Webinar archives - Are any of yours missing? - Tori continues to update and organize and will be reaching out<br />
**TFL Website, wiki - Liz, Kayla, Tori and Shaina - Soon!<br />
**Training plan - host more virtually - we're doing it!<br />
<br />
*'''GCDD Accessibility Grant - Universal Design for Learning and Plain Language - Awarded!'''<br />
**June to September 2021 - $13,000<br />
**Liz, Norah, Tori (Carolyn and Trish support)<br />
***Met with GCDD team to start plan for trainings and creating the plain language guide<br />
<br />
*'''Credits''' - Training Team <br />
**CEU's - Continuing Education Units approved and distributed by the AAC Institute<br />
**CRC's - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Credits approved and distributed by the Commissioner Rehabilitation Counselor Certification or CRCC <br />
***All applications '''must be submitted no later than 30 days before the live event.''' <br />
<br />
*'''CDC/CDC Foundation''' - Carolyn-PI, Liz-Co-PI, Norah - Content Creator and Manager, Trish-Project Support<br />
**COVID-19 Accessible Materials for Individuals with Disabilities<br />
**Issue Briefs on 1. Planning Accessible Meetings, 2. Creating Accessible Text Docs, and 3. Creating Accessible PowerPoint Presentations<br />
**Submitted July dissemination report<br />
***Planning for upcoming CDC trainings<br />
****Training 2: Communicating with People who are Blind or have Vision Related Disabilities - Tuesday August 17 at 3:00PM, prep at 2:30PM<br />
****Training 3: Communicating with People who are Deaf or have Hearing Related Disabilities - Tuesday August 31 at 3:00PM, prep at 2:30PM<br />
****Training 4: Communicating with People with Extreme Low Literacy Including People with Cognitive or Intellectual Disabilities - Tuesday, September 14 at 3:00PM, prep at 2:30PM<br />
<br />
*'''Social Media''' - Send articles, webinars, videos, general information, etc. for posting to Tori<br />
<br />
*'''Graphic Design Projects''' - Kayla<br />
<br />
*'''ATAP (AT3)''' - AT Reuse Activities, AT Database - Carolyn, Liz, Trish(support)<br />
**Webinar - Completed!<br />
<br />
*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach''' Check out the [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website] to learn more. - Carolyn and Liz<br />
<br />
*'''Webinars''' - WORK ACCESS series; Wired Wednesdays<br />
<br />
*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA''' - Outreach & Public Awareness - Carolyn, Liz<br />
**Submitted July report! Getting ready for August!<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase''' - Focus groups, trainings, webinars - Carolyn, Liz, Tori, Rachel, Sarah, Ben<br />
<br />
=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
<br />
K-12 Updates<br />
*Composing Year 3 Statement of Work for GaDOE<br />
*Actively supporting current K-12 deliverables<br />
**Current focus EdTrade soft launch & feedback<br />
**GaDOE Video Series – Year 2 – finishing touches<br />
**school year start up increase in requests<br />
*August 10, 2021 @ Direct Services Team Meeting – GaDOE refresh (look for dates to reschedule)<br />
**AT Portal registration, links, AT Portal Guides<br />
**SRI Database & locating & searching for GaDOE information<br />
**Email examples/responses<br />
*Presentations <br />
**Core Vocabulary, September 14, 2021 3:00 -3:30 (DeeDee) – 3 / 3 in GaDOE Webinar Series for Year 2 <br />
**DeKalb County School Psychologist, September 15, 2021 (Gina) – TFL & GaDOE Partnership<br />
**Texthelp – request training rooms November 9 or 16, 2021 – Texthelp Talks – in person<br />
** Teachers of the Visually Impaired (TVI) Consortia, January 21, 2022 – TFL, GVRA & GaDOE Partnership presentation<br />
**Emory Autism Center – AT / AAC for the Neurodiversity Class (result of the Georgia College Transition Partnership Grant), November 2021<br />
*TFL AT Demos - virtual and face-to-face (we have a couple of upcoming face-to-face demos scheduled)<br />
<br />
=='''GVRA Project (Ben)'''==<br />
<br />
Contracts<br />
* GVRA Contract and Walton Subcontract have been approved and signed!<br />
* WorkTag #s have been assigned for both GVRA project and Walton Subcontract.<br />
* Next steps: Software purchase orders and payment <br />
<br />
Team & Project Plan<br />
* Ben has met (or is planning to meet) with team members to discuss allocations and project roles<br />
* Updated Project Plan Gantt Chart is available on Teams site.<br />
* August Report is in progress<br />
** Drawing from 5 different reports in 4 areas of CIDI<br />
** Once report is established will need to automate process<br />
<br />
GVRA Updates<br />
* Ben met with Jeff Allen on 8/31 (GVRA Lead on this project) to discuss reporting.<br />
* Planning to meet with GVRA Transition team in September to discuss<br />
** "Pilot within Pilot" to model reporting for K-12 Districts<br />
** Plans to incorporate IPSE programs into project<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''== <br />
<br />
*Device Demo 10/1/ 20- Present All Centers 110<br />
*Device Demos 10/1/20- Present TFL 14<br />
<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present All Centers 141<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present TFL 45<br />
<br />
*Device Reutilization 2437<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
*Wired Wednesdays- Ciara is working on September and October. WATAP will be covering November and December<br />
*Last DAS Cares Act webinar is this Thursday, August 19th. Sal and Martha will be presenting on connectivity and special guest Amy Woodralls from Senior Connections will present on a project they are doing<br />
*Sal and Martha mailed out another big shipment for DAS participants last Thursday. We have gotten 3 more referrals and are making calls and will order equipment. In-office today to mail out a few items that had not come in yet.<br />
*Gina and Martha in the office today for an in-person demo. Shall we order for masks, wipes, and sanitizer? Eric's email said this would be TFL funds.<br />
*Have gotten several requests for demos for students regarding reading and writing and math. Martha and Gina have been scheduling these- virtually and in-person<br />
*GGS Presentation on August 9th went really well with lots of questions.<br />
*Met with West Ga Library and they are writing a grant and would like to include TFL- costs for trainings and consultation for using funds to purchase AT for senior population<br />
<br />
=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (Johan)'''==<br />
<br />
*AccessGA <br />
**Captioning of Governor’s Mansion Clock Videos (3 of 8 completed)<br />
***Technical Assistance <br />
**Georgia Department of Community Affairs<br />
***Technical assistance<br />
**Web Accessibility Evaluations<br />
***Georgia Public Library Service Completed<br />
*Fee-for-Service <br />
**Shepherd Center: Web Accessibility Evaluation SoW submitted<br />
***strong interest in additional training related to digital accessibility needs<br />
**USG HR: Survey of Needs in Progress: Disability Awareness and Digital Accessibility Training<br />
***Follow-up technical assistance for BOR employment application<br />
**UDOIT Tool Evaluation for Brightspace LMS <br />
***Outstanding accessibility evaluation and technical assistance<br />
**Centenary University (awaiting SoW approval)<br />
***Web A11y Eval<br />
***Follow-up technical assistance<br />
**Library Accessibility Alliance<br />
***high-level/preliminary accessibility evaluations of library e-resources<br />
**BLH/NLM<br />
***Survey of Needs submitted<br />
***Scoping out training needs<br />
**Association of State and Territorial Health Officials (ASTHO)<br />
***Joint presentation with Liz on Aug. 24<br />
***Strong interest in additional trainings offered by CIDI<br />
**Partnership for Inclusive Innovation (GT)<br />
***Request for web a11y eval<br />
***CIDI Membership in process<br />
**CDC Foundation<br />
***Management team deciding on next steps related to creation of accessible office documents and digital accessibility testing/compliance<br />
**CDC trainings<br />
**UX Initiatives<br />
***Several ongoing projects in the coming weeks/months involving UX<br />
****Aging Well Access<br />
****Dementia Access<br />
****Washington AT Access <br />
****AT Network <br />
****AT3 AT Access<br />
<br />
=='''AAC Labs (DeeDee)'''==<br />
* Setting up AAC Lab laptop<br />
* Display equipment has been received<br />
* Planning an office day to begin setting up displays and plan posters<br />
Display materials planned:<br />
* Device information <br />
* Posters/handouts on elements of AAC and Access (i.e., types of AAC devices, core words, switches, scanning access, etc.)<br />
* Handouts on implementation strategies, product information<br />
* Information on access from Pittsburg AAC Language Seminar - Karen Kangas<br />
* Model as a MASTER PAL for communication partner training<br />
<br />
=='''TFL & ADA 30th Celebration'''==<br />
<br />
*https://nationaldaycalendar.com/dyslexia-awareness-month-october/<br />
<br />
*Hashtags:<br />
#ThanksToTheADA <br />
#WhatCanYouDo #ChooseToInclude #Disability #ADA<br />
<br />
*November<br />
**Veterans<br />
***"Honor all who served - In times of war - In times of peace"<br />
<br />
**Publications & Fact Sheets<br />
*Veterans - ADA Fact Sheets & Publications from the ADA National Network<br />
*Veterans Resources from the Southeast ADA Center<br />
*Veterans & Families Resource List from ADA Live!<br />
*ADA Live! Episodes by Topic - veterans<br />
**Social Media<br />
#HONORINGVETS – Show your Support on Twitter<br />
**VAntage Point Blog from U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs<br />
**Greenlight a Vet Program and help show that every Veteran has a story<br />
<br />
*December<br />
**Shaping a Universal Future<br />
***National ADA Symposium - Save the Date! Registration opens in January.<br />
*Resources: International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD)<br />
*United Nations (UN)– International Day of Persons with Disabilities<br />
*Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD)<br />
<br />
**Sharing ADA Stories<br />
*StoryCorps & Disability Visibility Project<br />
*StoryCorps MobileBooth Tour<br />
**ADA Legacy Project - Preserve. Celebrate. Educate.<br />
<br />
=='''Open Enrollment begins October 21st!'''==<br />
*Open Enrollment for 2021 Benefits selection begins tomorrow October 21st and ends November 6th. This is an active enrollment - meaning '''you must log into the system and confirm your benefits even if no changes are being made.''' Additionally, '''you will need to certify you and your dependent(s) (age 18 and older) tobacco use status. Tobacco users will be charged $100 per month, per person for using tobacco products and system automatically defaults to tobacco user.''' <br />
**Open Enrollment Website - https://www.usg.edu/hr/benefits/2021_benefits/your_2021_benefits_centered_on_you<br />
**Virtual Benefits Fair - USG Benefits Fair – October 19th – October 23rd. This event will include live events daily & Vendor 1:1 chats between 10am – 2p. (This event replaces GT Benefits Fair) - https://usg.vfairs.com/<br />
**Benefits Comparison Guide - https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/benefits_docs/2021_Comparison_Guide_PDF.pdf<br />
<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# Complete your Open Enrollment for 2021 - 11/6<br />
# Complete Your GT Compliance - 11/17! <br />
# TH - Create and Share your Social Media posting plan for '''TFL's 30th & ADA's 30th'''.<br />
<br />
*'''S&E and Policy Synergies with Research Presentation Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
** Action: Send out PDF: CP<br />
** Action: TFL Team review & give Feedback<br />
<br />
*'''ACCESS for Aging Well Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
*'''AT Network Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
* '''AT Lending Library Issue'''<br />
**Action: Annabel will set up to Discuss & Resolve with Rachel<br />
<br />
* '''CDC/F Category 3''' <br />
**Action: Send out Announcements Nationally & Reminders - Tori<br />
<br />
*'''TFL Report to HHS | ACL & to Congress'''<br />
**Action: GaDOE Co-Op - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
**Action: CIDI S&E - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
<br />
*'''Ga DAS - Start Date/Nov. 19th Training'''<br />
**Action: CP will get info Jeni</div>Rsatterfield8http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_9/7/2021&diff=6000TFL Team Meeting - 9/7/20212021-09-03T13:25:04Z<p>Rsatterfield8: /* GVRA Project (Ben) */</p>
<hr />
<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
<br />
*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
<br />
=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
<br />
1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
<br />
2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
<br />
3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
<br />
<br />
=Agenda=<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* ‘’’HR’’’<br />
** Critical Hire Process: AT Manager Position<br />
** Critical Hire Process: Training Position<br />
*'''Allocations'''<br />
**Make sure these are correct - any changes by 5pm today. <br />
* '''Projects:'''<br />
* GaDOE FY20 Co-PI Gina & FY 21 - Ben will be increasing his role to help Gina and me!<br />
* GVRA Contract FY 21 - Moving Forward - PI Ben & Co-PI's Martha and Zerrin<br />
* CDC Contract - NCE through Sept. 30, 2022.<br />
* HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** ISO & ICF!<br />
* AT3 - $50K - (May-August 31)<br />
* Georgia Division of Aging (DAS) - CARES Act - (April 2021 - End Sept. 30, 2021!)<br />
* 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
* Wireless RERC - $35K<br />
*'''Proposals:'''<br />
**GVRA Transition Website<br />
** GaDOE Year 3: Early Development <br />
<br />
* '''TFL Strategic Planning - Focused Sessions'''<br />
*Upcoming: <br />
**Direct Services - Martha<br />
** AAC Lab - DeeDee<br />
** AT Considerations - Gina<br />
** Leadership & Training - Liz<br />
** TFL Research - Ben<br />
** TFL into CIDI S&E Research - Zerrin<br />
** Wrap Up & Action Items - CP<br />
<br />
=='''Almost Complete!! CDC/F Trainings & Activities (Category 3) (Carolyn)'''==<br />
*'''COVID-19 Simplified Text 2-Minute Videos'''<br />
**Format: 5 Simplified Text Scripts for 2-minute videos<br />
*New CDCF Contract!<br />
*Vaccine Webinar #1<br />
*Vaccine Webinar #2<br />
<br />
=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates'''==<br />
'''Transition'''<br />
# Credit-Able - to FODAC!!<br />
# Physical files will still remain in Danny's office <br />
<br />
'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Credit-Able applications are on hold<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(1) - AT Services During & After the Covid-19 Pandemic<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(2) - Public Health: feature our work on CDC Project<br />
** Calls closed in June, Peer Review is in process<br />
<br />
'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT)''' <br />
* MoAT Small Bets project: <br />
** Submitted a SMART TECH Report - paper documenting the Mastery of AT project and findings <br />
** Seed grant proposal in K-12 area was not funded. Awaiting word on NIDILRR FIP proposal.<br />
** MoAT presentation accepted at GA EdTech Conference (ATL, Nov 3-5)<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS''' <br />
* Team is preparing for an additional focus group on Mental Health Accommodations<br />
* Resuming work on Workstations decision tree<br />
* Launching Validation Surveys for completed decision trees<br />
<br />
'''AT Network'''<br />
* Beginning the process of mapping categories of AT from the AbleData database to the ISO 9999 classifications<br />
* Team has been exploring how to leverage evaluations done by TFL to help "seed" database<br />
** Dee Dee & Ben have proposed a template with levels at which eval data might be accessed.<br />
** Also looking for PowerPoint presentations and papers to include in the database.<br />
<br />
'''Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Program (ITEP)''' <br />
*Instruction sessions are completed<br />
*Business Coaching component has started under Joy Harris supervision <br />
*Final event will be scheduled for early November <br />
*Submitted a proposal for the next year <br />
<br />
'''NSF Proposal Awarded'''<br />
*Experiences of Students with Visual Impairments with Tactile Graphics in STEM Courses: Critical Interpretative Synthesis<br />
*I will be working with Lizanne DeStefano (Georgia Tech), Terri Pigott (GSU), Penny Rosenblum (AFB), and Takumi Sato (Virginia Tech)<br />
<br />
'''ACCESS Projects''' <br />
*Have been working with the project team to develop protocols for the focus group<br />
*Sessions will start next week<br />
<br />
'''GVRA'''<br />
*Working with Ben, Martha, and Carolyn <br />
<br />
'''Spencer Foundation'''<br />
*Planning to submit a proposal for the Small Research Grant Program<br />
<br />
'''GT-Microsoft Accessibility Research Seed Grants''' <br />
*Proposal submitted <br />
*Worked with John Rempel and Maureen Linden <br />
<br />
'''NSF- NCSU STEM BUILD Project''' <br />
*Collaborated with NCSU Genetics Program / Department of Biological Sciences<br />
*Weeklong workshop with faculty, makers, and students from 3 states <br />
*Presented on UDL and Accessible Pedagogy <br />
<br />
'''Meta-Analysis Workshop''' <br />
*Attended a weeklong workshop funded by NSF <br />
*Focuses on STEM Education research<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
<br />
*'''Tools for Life'''<br />
<br />
**Data Reminder: Don't forget to enter in your public awareness and I & A data. Include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures - Keep going! Follow up in late October.<br />
**Webinar archives - Are any of yours missing? - Tori continues to update and organize and will be reaching out<br />
**TFL Website, wiki - Liz, Kayla, Tori and Shaina - Soon!<br />
**Training plan - host more virtually - we're doing it!<br />
<br />
*'''GCDD Accessibility Grant - Universal Design for Learning and Plain Language - Awarded!'''<br />
**June to September 2021 - $13,000<br />
**Liz, Norah, Tori (Carolyn and Trish support)<br />
***Met with GCDD team to start plan for trainings and creating the plain language guide<br />
<br />
*'''Credits''' - Training Team <br />
**CEU's - Continuing Education Units approved and distributed by the AAC Institute<br />
**CRC's - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Credits approved and distributed by the Commissioner Rehabilitation Counselor Certification or CRCC <br />
***All applications '''must be submitted no later than 30 days before the live event.''' <br />
<br />
*'''CDC/CDC Foundation''' - Carolyn-PI, Liz-Co-PI, Norah - Content Creator and Manager, Trish-Project Support<br />
**COVID-19 Accessible Materials for Individuals with Disabilities<br />
**Issue Briefs on 1. Planning Accessible Meetings, 2. Creating Accessible Text Docs, and 3. Creating Accessible PowerPoint Presentations<br />
**Submitted July dissemination report<br />
***Planning for upcoming CDC trainings<br />
****Training 2: Communicating with People who are Blind or have Vision Related Disabilities - Tuesday August 17 at 3:00PM, prep at 2:30PM<br />
****Training 3: Communicating with People who are Deaf or have Hearing Related Disabilities - Tuesday August 31 at 3:00PM, prep at 2:30PM<br />
****Training 4: Communicating with People with Extreme Low Literacy Including People with Cognitive or Intellectual Disabilities - Tuesday, September 14 at 3:00PM, prep at 2:30PM<br />
<br />
*'''Social Media''' - Send articles, webinars, videos, general information, etc. for posting to Tori<br />
<br />
*'''Graphic Design Projects''' - Kayla<br />
<br />
*'''ATAP (AT3)''' - AT Reuse Activities, AT Database - Carolyn, Liz, Trish(support)<br />
**Webinar - Completed!<br />
<br />
*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach''' Check out the [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website] to learn more. - Carolyn and Liz<br />
<br />
*'''Webinars''' - WORK ACCESS series; Wired Wednesdays<br />
<br />
*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA''' - Outreach & Public Awareness - Carolyn, Liz<br />
**Submitted July report! Getting ready for August!<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase''' - Focus groups, trainings, webinars - Carolyn, Liz, Tori, Rachel, Sarah, Ben<br />
<br />
=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
<br />
K-12 Updates<br />
*Composing Year 3 Statement of Work for GaDOE<br />
*Actively supporting current K-12 deliverables<br />
**Current focus EdTrade soft launch & feedback<br />
**GaDOE Video Series – Year 2 – finishing touches<br />
**school year start up increase in requests<br />
*August 10, 2021 @ Direct Services Team Meeting – GaDOE refresh (look for dates to reschedule)<br />
**AT Portal registration, links, AT Portal Guides<br />
**SRI Database & locating & searching for GaDOE information<br />
**Email examples/responses<br />
*Presentations <br />
**Core Vocabulary, September 14, 2021 3:00 -3:30 (DeeDee) – 3 / 3 in GaDOE Webinar Series for Year 2 <br />
**DeKalb County School Psychologist, September 15, 2021 (Gina) – TFL & GaDOE Partnership<br />
**Texthelp – request training rooms November 9 or 16, 2021 – Texthelp Talks – in person<br />
** Teachers of the Visually Impaired (TVI) Consortia, January 21, 2022 – TFL, GVRA & GaDOE Partnership presentation<br />
**Emory Autism Center – AT / AAC for the Neurodiversity Class (result of the Georgia College Transition Partnership Grant), November 2021<br />
*TFL AT Demos - virtual and face-to-face (we have a couple of upcoming face-to-face demos scheduled)<br />
<br />
=='''GVRA Project (Ben)'''==<br />
<br />
Contracts<br />
* GVRA Contract and Walton Subcontract have been approved and signed!<br />
* WorkTag #s have been assigned for both GVRA and Walton Subcontract.<br />
* Next steps: Software purchase orders and payment <br />
<br />
Team & Project Plan<br />
* Ben has met (or is planning to meet) with team members to discuss allocations and project roles<br />
* Updated Project Plan Gantt Chart is available on Teams site.<br />
<br />
GVRA Updates<br />
* Ben met with Jeff Allen on 8/31 (GVRA Lead on this project) to discuss reporting.<br />
* Planning to meet with GVRA Transition team in September to discuss<br />
** "Pilot within Pilot" to model reporting for K-12 Districts<br />
** Plans to incorporate IPSE programs into project<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''== <br />
<br />
*Device Demo 10/1/ 20- Present All Centers 110<br />
*Device Demos 10/1/20- Present TFL 14<br />
<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present All Centers 141<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present TFL 45<br />
<br />
*Device Reutilization 2437<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
*Wired Wednesdays- Ciara is working on September and October. WATAP will be covering November and December<br />
*Last DAS Cares Act webinar is this Thursday, August 19th. Sal and Martha will be presenting on connectivity and special guest Amy Woodralls from Senior Connections will present on a project they are doing<br />
*Sal and Martha mailed out another big shipment for DAS participants last Thursday. We have gotten 3 more referrals and are making calls and will order equipment. In-office today to mail out a few items that had not come in yet.<br />
*Gina and Martha in the office today for an in-person demo. Shall we order for masks, wipes, and sanitizer? Eric's email said this would be TFL funds.<br />
*Have gotten several requests for demos for students regarding reading and writing and math. Martha and Gina have been scheduling these- virtually and in-person<br />
*GGS Presentation on August 9th went really well with lots of questions.<br />
*Met with West Ga Library and they are writing a grant and would like to include TFL- costs for trainings and consultation for using funds to purchase AT for senior population<br />
<br />
=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (Johan)'''==<br />
<br />
*AccessGA <br />
**Captioning of Governor’s Mansion Clock Videos (3 of 8 completed)<br />
***Technical Assistance <br />
**Georgia Department of Community Affairs<br />
***Technical assistance<br />
**Web Accessibility Evaluations<br />
***Georgia Public Library Service Completed<br />
*Fee-for-Service <br />
**Shepherd Center: Web Accessibility Evaluation SoW submitted<br />
***strong interest in additional training related to digital accessibility needs<br />
**USG HR: Survey of Needs in Progress: Disability Awareness and Digital Accessibility Training<br />
***Follow-up technical assistance for BOR employment application<br />
**UDOIT Tool Evaluation for Brightspace LMS <br />
***Outstanding accessibility evaluation and technical assistance<br />
**Centenary University (awaiting SoW approval)<br />
***Web A11y Eval<br />
***Follow-up technical assistance<br />
**Library Accessibility Alliance<br />
***high-level/preliminary accessibility evaluations of library e-resources<br />
**BLH/NLM<br />
***Survey of Needs submitted<br />
***Scoping out training needs<br />
**Association of State and Territorial Health Officials (ASTHO)<br />
***Joint presentation with Liz on Aug. 24<br />
***Strong interest in additional trainings offered by CIDI<br />
**Partnership for Inclusive Innovation (GT)<br />
***Request for web a11y eval<br />
***CIDI Membership in process<br />
**CDC Foundation<br />
***Management team deciding on next steps related to creation of accessible office documents and digital accessibility testing/compliance<br />
**CDC trainings<br />
**UX Initiatives<br />
***Several ongoing projects in the coming weeks/months involving UX<br />
****Aging Well Access<br />
****Dementia Access<br />
****Washington AT Access <br />
****AT Network <br />
****AT3 AT Access<br />
<br />
=='''AAC Labs (DeeDee)'''==<br />
* Setting up AAC Lab laptop<br />
* Display equipment has been received<br />
* Planning an office day to begin setting up displays and plan posters<br />
Display materials planned:<br />
* Device information <br />
* Posters/handouts on elements of AAC and Access (i.e., types of AAC devices, core words, switches, scanning access, etc.)<br />
* Handouts on implementation strategies, product information<br />
* Information on access from Pittsburg AAC Language Seminar - Karen Kangas<br />
* Model as a MASTER PAL for communication partner training<br />
<br />
=='''TFL & ADA 30th Celebration'''==<br />
<br />
*https://nationaldaycalendar.com/dyslexia-awareness-month-october/<br />
<br />
*Hashtags:<br />
#ThanksToTheADA <br />
#WhatCanYouDo #ChooseToInclude #Disability #ADA<br />
<br />
*November<br />
**Veterans<br />
***"Honor all who served - In times of war - In times of peace"<br />
<br />
**Publications & Fact Sheets<br />
*Veterans - ADA Fact Sheets & Publications from the ADA National Network<br />
*Veterans Resources from the Southeast ADA Center<br />
*Veterans & Families Resource List from ADA Live!<br />
*ADA Live! Episodes by Topic - veterans<br />
**Social Media<br />
#HONORINGVETS – Show your Support on Twitter<br />
**VAntage Point Blog from U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs<br />
**Greenlight a Vet Program and help show that every Veteran has a story<br />
<br />
*December<br />
**Shaping a Universal Future<br />
***National ADA Symposium - Save the Date! Registration opens in January.<br />
*Resources: International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD)<br />
*United Nations (UN)– International Day of Persons with Disabilities<br />
*Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD)<br />
<br />
**Sharing ADA Stories<br />
*StoryCorps & Disability Visibility Project<br />
*StoryCorps MobileBooth Tour<br />
**ADA Legacy Project - Preserve. Celebrate. Educate.<br />
<br />
=='''Open Enrollment begins October 21st!'''==<br />
*Open Enrollment for 2021 Benefits selection begins tomorrow October 21st and ends November 6th. This is an active enrollment - meaning '''you must log into the system and confirm your benefits even if no changes are being made.''' Additionally, '''you will need to certify you and your dependent(s) (age 18 and older) tobacco use status. Tobacco users will be charged $100 per month, per person for using tobacco products and system automatically defaults to tobacco user.''' <br />
**Open Enrollment Website - https://www.usg.edu/hr/benefits/2021_benefits/your_2021_benefits_centered_on_you<br />
**Virtual Benefits Fair - USG Benefits Fair – October 19th – October 23rd. This event will include live events daily & Vendor 1:1 chats between 10am – 2p. (This event replaces GT Benefits Fair) - https://usg.vfairs.com/<br />
**Benefits Comparison Guide - https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/benefits_docs/2021_Comparison_Guide_PDF.pdf<br />
<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# Complete your Open Enrollment for 2021 - 11/6<br />
# Complete Your GT Compliance - 11/17! <br />
# TH - Create and Share your Social Media posting plan for '''TFL's 30th & ADA's 30th'''.<br />
<br />
*'''S&E and Policy Synergies with Research Presentation Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
** Action: Send out PDF: CP<br />
** Action: TFL Team review & give Feedback<br />
<br />
*'''ACCESS for Aging Well Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
*'''AT Network Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
* '''AT Lending Library Issue'''<br />
**Action: Annabel will set up to Discuss & Resolve with Rachel<br />
<br />
* '''CDC/F Category 3''' <br />
**Action: Send out Announcements Nationally & Reminders - Tori<br />
<br />
*'''TFL Report to HHS | ACL & to Congress'''<br />
**Action: GaDOE Co-Op - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
**Action: CIDI S&E - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
<br />
*'''Ga DAS - Start Date/Nov. 19th Training'''<br />
**Action: CP will get info Jeni</div>Rsatterfield8http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_8/17/2021&diff=5988TFL Team Meeting - 8/17/20212021-08-16T15:38:07Z<p>Rsatterfield8: /* GVRA Project (Ben) */</p>
<hr />
<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
<br />
*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
<br />
=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
<br />
1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
<br />
2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
<br />
3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
<br />
<br />
=Agenda=<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* ‘’’HR’’’<br />
** Critical Hire Process: AT Manager Position<br />
** Critical Hire Process: Training Position<br />
*'''Allocations'''<br />
**Make sure these are correct - any changes by 5pm today. <br />
* '''Projects:'''<br />
* GaDOE FY20 Co-PI Gina & FY 21 - Ben will be increasing his role to help Gina and me!<br />
* GVRA Contract FY 21 - Moving Forward - PI Ben & Co-PI's Martha and Zerrin<br />
* CDC Contract - NCE through Sept. 30, 2022.<br />
* HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** ISO & ICF!<br />
* AT3 - $50K - (May-August 31)<br />
* Georgia Division of Aging (DAS) - CARES Act - (April 2021 - End Sept. 30, 2021!)<br />
* 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
* Wireless RERC - $35K<br />
*'''Proposals:'''<br />
**GVRA Transition Website<br />
** GaDOE Year 3: Early Development <br />
<br />
* '''TFL Strategic Planning - Focused Sessions'''<br />
*Upcoming: <br />
**Direct Services - Martha<br />
** AAC Lab - DeeDee<br />
** AT Considerations - Gina<br />
** Leadership & Training - Liz<br />
** TFL Research - Ben<br />
** TFL into CIDI S&E Research - Zerrin<br />
** Wrap Up & Action Items - CP<br />
<br />
=='''Almost Complete!! CDC/F Trainings & Activities (Category 3) (Carolyn)'''==<br />
*'''COVID-19 Simplified Text 2-Minute Videos'''<br />
**Format: 5 Simplified Text Scripts for 2-minute videos<br />
*New CDCF Contract!<br />
*Vaccine Webinar #1<br />
*Vaccine Webinar #2<br />
<br />
=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates'''==<br />
'''Transition'''<br />
# Credit-Able - to FODAC!!<br />
# Physical files will still remain in Danny's office <br />
<br />
'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Credit-Able applications are on hold<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(1) - AT Services During & After the Covid-19 Pandemic<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(2) - Public Health: feature our work on CDC Project<br />
** Calls closed in June, Peer Review is in process<br />
<br />
'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT)''' <br />
* MoAT Small Bets project: <br />
** Submitted a SMART TECH Report - paper documenting the Mastery of AT project and findings <br />
** Seed grant proposal in K-12 area was not funded. Awaiting word on NIDILRR FIP proposal.<br />
** MoAT presentation accepted at GA EdTech Conference (ATL, Nov 3-5)<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS''' <br />
* Team is preparing for an additional focus group on Mental Health Accommodations<br />
* Resuming work on Workstations decision tree<br />
* Launching Validation Surveys for completed decision trees<br />
<br />
'''AT Network'''<br />
* Beginning the process of mapping categories of AT from the AbleData database to the ISO 9999 classifications<br />
* Team has been exploring how to leverage evaluations done by TFL to help "seed" database<br />
** Dee Dee & Ben have proposed a template with levels at which eval data might be accessed.<br />
** Also looking for PowerPoint presentations and papers to include in the database.<br />
<br />
'''Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Program (ITEP)'''<br />
*Instruction and Mentorship components have started<br />
*Contacting startups for externship<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
*Two articles proposed<br />
*Working with John, Guy, and Maureen<br />
<br />
<br />
'''NSF RCN - STEM BUILD Project with NCSU'''<br />
*Working with them as a Steering Committee member <br />
*Tactile Learning Materials in Science Education<br />
*Will be teaching UDL and designing 3D printed learning media <br />
<br />
<br />
'''USG BOR'''<br />
*Working with RACDSP group to add a section to the survey <br />
**Survey has been comleted<br />
*Will conduct focus group with the DSPs <br />
*Survey for the 2020-2021 will be disseminated after this meeting <br />
<br />
<br />
'''On the horizon'''<br />
*DAS-NWD Vaccine Project<br />
*GVRA<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
<br />
*'''Tools for Life'''<br />
<br />
**Data Reminder: Don't forget to enter in your public awareness and I & A data. Include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures - Keep going! Follow up in late October.<br />
**Webinar archives - Are any of yours missing? - Tori continues to update and organize and will be reaching out<br />
**TFL Website, wiki - Liz, Kayla, Tori and Shaina - Soon!<br />
**Training plan - host more virtually - we're doing it!<br />
<br />
*'''GCDD Accessibility Grant - Universal Design for Learning and Plain Language - Awarded!'''<br />
**June to September 2021 - $13,000<br />
**Liz, Norah, Tori (Carolyn and Trish support)<br />
***Met with GCDD team to start plan for trainings and creating the plain language guide<br />
<br />
*'''Credits''' - Training Team <br />
**CEU's - Continuing Education Units approved and distributed by the AAC Institute<br />
**CRC's - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Credits approved and distributed by the Commissioner Rehabilitation Counselor Certification or CRCC <br />
***All applications '''must be submitted no later than 30 days before the live event.''' <br />
<br />
*'''CDC/CDC Foundation''' - Carolyn-PI, Liz-Co-PI, Norah - Content Creator and Manager, Trish-Project Support<br />
**COVID-19 Accessible Materials for Individuals with Disabilities<br />
**Issue Briefs on 1. Planning Accessible Meetings, 2. Creating Accessible Text Docs, and 3. Creating Accessible PowerPoint Presentations<br />
***Planning for upcoming CDC trainings<br />
****Training 1: Enhancing Awareness of Disability and Accessible Communication - Tuesday, August 10 at 2:00 PM, prep at 1:30PM<br />
****Training 2: Communicating with People who are Blind or have Vision Related Disabilities - Tuesday August 17 at 3:00PM, prep at 2:30PM<br />
****Training 3: Communicating with People who are Deaf or have Hearing Related Disabilities - Tuesday August 31 at 3:00PM, prep at 2:30PM<br />
****Training 4: Communicating with People with Extreme Low Literacy Including People with Cognitive or Intellectual Disabilities - Tuesday, September 14 at 3:00PM, prep at 2:30PM<br />
<br />
*'''Social Media''' - Send articles, webinars, videos, general information, etc. for posting to Tori<br />
<br />
*'''Graphic Design Projects''' - Kayla<br />
<br />
*'''ATAP (AT3)''' - AT Reuse Activities, AT Database - Carolyn, Liz, Trish(support)<br />
**Webinar - Story Time: Pandemic Impact on AT Reuse Programs - Thursday July 22 at 3:00 PM - Completed!<br />
**Webinar - Revenue Models for AT Reuse – Wednesday August 11 – 3:00 PM<br />
<br />
*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach''' Check out the [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website] to learn more. - Carolyn and Liz<br />
<br />
*'''Webinars''' - WORK ACCESS series; Wired Wednesdays<br />
<br />
*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA''' - Outreach & Public Awareness - Carolyn, Liz<br />
**Submitted July report!<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase''' - Focus groups, trainings, webinars - Carolyn, Liz, Tori, Rachel, Sarah, Ben<br />
<br />
=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
<br />
K-12 Updates<br />
*Composing Year 3 Statement of Work for GaDOE<br />
*Actively supporting current K-12 deliverables<br />
**Current focus EdTrade soft launch & feedback<br />
**GaDOE Video Series – Year 2 – finishing touches<br />
**school year start up increase in requests<br />
*August 10, 2021 @ Direct Services Team Meeting – GaDOE refresh <br />
**AT Portal registration, links, AT Portal Guides<br />
**SRI Database & locating & searching for GaDOE information<br />
**Email examples/responses<br />
*Presentations <br />
**Core Vocabulary, September 14, 2021 3:00 -3:30 (DeeDee) – 3 / 3 in GaDOE Webinar Series for Year 2 <br />
**DeKalb County School Psychologist, September 15, 2021 (Gina) – TFL & GaDOE Partnership<br />
**Texthelp – request training rooms November 9 or 16, 2021 – Texthelp Talks – in person<br />
** Teachers of the Visually Impaired (TVI) Consortia, January 21, 2022 – TFL, GVRA & GaDOE Partnership presentation<br />
**Emory Autism Center – AT / AAC for the Neurodiversity Class (result of the Georgia College Transition Partnership Grant), date TBD<br />
*TFL AT Demos - virtual and face-to-face (we have a couple of upcoming face-to-face demos scheduled)<br />
<br />
=='''GVRA Project (Ben)'''==<br />
<br />
Contracts<br />
* GVRA Contract has been approved and signed!<br />
* OSP has entered GVRA Contract into Grants & Contracts system.<br />
* WorkTag #s have been assigned for both GVRA and Walton Subcontract.<br />
* Patrick is working on Walton contract. <br />
* Next steps: Software purchase orders and payment <br />
<br />
GVRA Updates<br />
* Ben met with Jeff Allen on 8/5 (GVRA Lead on this project) to discuss project parameters.<br />
* Ben, Martha and Zerrin met with GVRA Transition team on 8/13 for introductions and an overview of the project.<br />
* Next Steps: meeting with larger GVRA team (including AWT) to discuss: <br />
** "Pilot within Pilot" <br />
** Establish a model for reporting<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''== <br />
<br />
*Device Demo 10/1/ 20- Present All Centers 104<br />
*Device Demos 10/1/20- Present TFL 14<br />
<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present All Centers 133<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present TFL 43<br />
<br />
*Device Reutilization 2431<br />
<br />
<br />
*Wired Wednesdays- July Naomi did an excellent review of built-in Microsoft OneNote and Accessibility features. Maria will be covering August Ciara is assisting with lining up someone for September and October.<br />
*Next DAS July 22nd, 1pm-2pm with Ciara and Martha with special guest Danny presenting on Funding, August 19th, 1pm-2pm will cover connectivity<br />
*Sal and Martha mailed out the 2nd shipment of AT for DAS. Referrals are slow and Sal is going to begin to cold call the regions. We have gotten great feedback from individuals who have received equipment.<br />
*Gina and Martha have scheduled some face-to-face demos in the office in August.<br />
*Network partners continue to reach out for AT guidance and/or setting up virtual meetings with their clients for AT solutions with TFL<br />
*Rachel, Sal, and Martha have turned in pre-recorded presentation for GGS Presentation on August 9th.<br />
<br />
=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (Johan)'''==<br />
<br />
*AccessGA <br />
**AccessGA Satisfaction and Future Needs Survey<br />
**Captioning of Governor’s Mansion Clock Videos<br />
**Technical Assistance <br />
***State ADA newsletter<br />
***Georgia Department of Community Affairs<br />
***Dept. of Driver Services online application – completed<br />
**Web Accessibility Evaluations<br />
***Georgia Public Library Service<br />
<br />
*Fee-for-Service <br />
**USG HR: Employment application review for internal and external applicants – completed<br />
***Follow-up technical assistance <br />
***Submission of draft Needs Assessment and additional services to be considered<br />
**Equinox Open Library Initiative<br />
**Completion of VPAT<br />
**UDOIT Tool Evaluation for Brightspace LMS <br />
***Contract finalized – extended to end of year<br />
***Awaiting availability of testing environment and credentials<br />
**Centenary University (awaiting SoW approval)<br />
***Web A11y Eval<br />
***Follow-up technical assistance<br />
**Library Accessibility Alliance<br />
***high-level/preliminary accessibility evaluations of library e-resources<br />
**GLASS Name Change: Georgia Libraries for Accessible Statewide Services (GLASS) to Georgia Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled (GLS)<br />
***Website Overhaul (accessibility is critical)<br />
**Partnership for Inclusive Innovation (GT)<br />
***Request for web a11y eval<br />
***CIDI Membership in process<br />
**CDC Foundation<br />
***Creation of accessible office documents and digital accessibility testing and compliance<br />
**CDC trainings<br />
<br />
*UX Initiatives<br />
***Several ongoing projects in the coming weeks/months involving UX<br />
****Aging Well Access<br />
****Dementia Access<br />
****Washington AT Access <br />
****AT Network <br />
****AT3 AT Access<br />
<br />
=='''AAC Labs (DeeDee)'''==<br />
* Setting up AAC Lab laptop<br />
* Display equipment has been received<br />
* Planning an office day to begin setting up displays and plan posters<br />
Display materials planned:<br />
* Device information <br />
* Posters/handouts on elements of AAC and Access (i.e., types of AAC devices, core words, switches, scanning access, etc.)<br />
* Handouts on implementation strategies, product information<br />
* Information on access from Pittsburg AAC Language Seminar - Karen Kangas<br />
* Model as a MASTER PAL<br />
<br />
=='''TFL & ADA 30th Celebration'''==<br />
<br />
*https://nationaldaycalendar.com/dyslexia-awareness-month-october/<br />
<br />
*Hashtags:<br />
#ThanksToTheADA <br />
#WhatCanYouDo #ChooseToInclude #Disability #ADA<br />
<br />
*November<br />
**Veterans<br />
***"Honor all who served - In times of war - In times of peace"<br />
<br />
**Publications & Fact Sheets<br />
*Veterans - ADA Fact Sheets & Publications from the ADA National Network<br />
*Veterans Resources from the Southeast ADA Center<br />
*Veterans & Families Resource List from ADA Live!<br />
*ADA Live! Episodes by Topic - veterans<br />
**Social Media<br />
#HONORINGVETS – Show your Support on Twitter<br />
**VAntage Point Blog from U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs<br />
**Greenlight a Vet Program and help show that every Veteran has a story<br />
<br />
*December<br />
**Shaping a Universal Future<br />
***National ADA Symposium - Save the Date! Registration opens in January.<br />
*Resources: International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD)<br />
*United Nations (UN)– International Day of Persons with Disabilities<br />
*Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD)<br />
<br />
**Sharing ADA Stories<br />
*StoryCorps & Disability Visibility Project<br />
*StoryCorps MobileBooth Tour<br />
**ADA Legacy Project - Preserve. Celebrate. Educate.<br />
<br />
=='''Open Enrollment begins October 21st!'''==<br />
*Open Enrollment for 2021 Benefits selection begins tomorrow October 21st and ends November 6th. This is an active enrollment - meaning '''you must log into the system and confirm your benefits even if no changes are being made.''' Additionally, '''you will need to certify you and your dependent(s) (age 18 and older) tobacco use status. Tobacco users will be charged $100 per month, per person for using tobacco products and system automatically defaults to tobacco user.''' <br />
**Open Enrollment Website - https://www.usg.edu/hr/benefits/2021_benefits/your_2021_benefits_centered_on_you<br />
**Virtual Benefits Fair - USG Benefits Fair – October 19th – October 23rd. This event will include live events daily & Vendor 1:1 chats between 10am – 2p. (This event replaces GT Benefits Fair) - https://usg.vfairs.com/<br />
**Benefits Comparison Guide - https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/benefits_docs/2021_Comparison_Guide_PDF.pdf<br />
<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# Complete your Open Enrollment for 2021 - 11/6<br />
# Complete Your GT Compliance - 11/17! <br />
# TH - Create and Share your Social Media posting plan for '''TFL's 30th & ADA's 30th'''.<br />
<br />
*'''S&E and Policy Synergies with Research Presentation Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
** Action: Send out PDF: CP<br />
** Action: TFL Team review & give Feedback<br />
<br />
*'''ACCESS for Aging Well Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
*'''AT Network Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
* '''AT Lending Library Issue'''<br />
**Action: Annabel will set up to Discuss & Resolve with Rachel<br />
<br />
* '''CDC/F Category 3''' <br />
**Action: Send out Announcements Nationally & Reminders - Tori<br />
<br />
*'''TFL Report to HHS | ACL & to Congress'''<br />
**Action: GaDOE Co-Op - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
**Action: CIDI S&E - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
<br />
*'''Ga DAS - Start Date/Nov. 19th Training'''<br />
**Action: CP will get info Jeni</div>Rsatterfield8http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_8/17/2021&diff=5987TFL Team Meeting - 8/17/20212021-08-16T15:37:07Z<p>Rsatterfield8: /* GVRA Project (Ben) */</p>
<hr />
<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
<br />
*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
<br />
=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
<br />
1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
<br />
2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
<br />
3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
<br />
<br />
=Agenda=<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* ‘’’HR’’’<br />
** Critical Hire Process: AT Manager Position<br />
** Critical Hire Process: Training Position<br />
*'''Allocations'''<br />
**Make sure these are correct - any changes by 5pm today. <br />
* '''Projects:'''<br />
* GaDOE FY20 Co-PI Gina & FY 21 - Ben will be increasing his role to help Gina and me!<br />
* GVRA Contract FY 21 - Moving Forward - PI Ben & Co-PI's Martha and Zerrin<br />
* CDC Contract - NCE through Sept. 30, 2022.<br />
* HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** ISO & ICF!<br />
* AT3 - $50K - (May-August 31)<br />
* Georgia Division of Aging (DAS) - CARES Act - (April 2021 - End Sept. 30, 2021!)<br />
* 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
* Wireless RERC - $35K<br />
*'''Proposals:'''<br />
**GVRA Transition Website<br />
** GaDOE Year 3: Early Development <br />
<br />
* '''TFL Strategic Planning - Focused Sessions'''<br />
*Upcoming: <br />
**Direct Services - Martha<br />
** AAC Lab - DeeDee<br />
** AT Considerations - Gina<br />
** Leadership & Training - Liz<br />
** TFL Research - Ben<br />
** TFL into CIDI S&E Research - Zerrin<br />
** Wrap Up & Action Items - CP<br />
<br />
=='''Almost Complete!! CDC/F Trainings & Activities (Category 3) (Carolyn)'''==<br />
*'''COVID-19 Simplified Text 2-Minute Videos'''<br />
**Format: 5 Simplified Text Scripts for 2-minute videos<br />
*New CDCF Contract!<br />
*Vaccine Webinar #1<br />
*Vaccine Webinar #2<br />
<br />
=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates'''==<br />
'''Transition'''<br />
# Credit-Able - to FODAC!!<br />
# Physical files will still remain in Danny's office <br />
<br />
'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Credit-Able applications are on hold<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(1) - AT Services During & After the Covid-19 Pandemic<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(2) - Public Health: feature our work on CDC Project<br />
** Calls closed in June, Peer Review is in process<br />
<br />
'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT)''' <br />
* MoAT Small Bets project: <br />
** Submitted a SMART TECH Report - paper documenting the Mastery of AT project and findings <br />
** Seed grant proposal in K-12 area was not funded. Awaiting word on NIDILRR FIP proposal.<br />
** MoAT presentation accepted at GA EdTech Conference (ATL, Nov 3-5)<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS''' <br />
* Team is preparing for an additional focus group on Mental Health Accommodations<br />
* Resuming work on Workstations decision tree<br />
* Launching Validation Surveys for completed decision trees<br />
<br />
'''AT Network'''<br />
* Beginning the process of mapping categories of AT from the AbleData database to the ISO 9999 classifications<br />
* Team has been exploring how to leverage evaluations done by TFL to help "seed" database<br />
** Dee Dee & Ben have proposed a template with levels at which eval data might be accessed.<br />
** Also looking for PowerPoint presentations and papers to include in the database.<br />
<br />
'''Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Program (ITEP)'''<br />
*Instruction and Mentorship components have started<br />
*Contacting startups for externship<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
*Two articles proposed<br />
*Working with John, Guy, and Maureen<br />
<br />
<br />
'''NSF RCN - STEM BUILD Project with NCSU'''<br />
*Working with them as a Steering Committee member <br />
*Tactile Learning Materials in Science Education<br />
*Will be teaching UDL and designing 3D printed learning media <br />
<br />
<br />
'''USG BOR'''<br />
*Working with RACDSP group to add a section to the survey <br />
**Survey has been comleted<br />
*Will conduct focus group with the DSPs <br />
*Survey for the 2020-2021 will be disseminated after this meeting <br />
<br />
<br />
'''On the horizon'''<br />
*DAS-NWD Vaccine Project<br />
*GVRA<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
<br />
*'''Tools for Life'''<br />
<br />
**Data Reminder: Don't forget to enter in your public awareness and I & A data. Include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures - Keep going! Follow up in late October.<br />
**Webinar archives - Are any of yours missing? - Tori continues to update and organize and will be reaching out<br />
**TFL Website, wiki - Liz, Kayla, Tori and Shaina - Soon!<br />
**Training plan - host more virtually - we're doing it!<br />
<br />
*'''GCDD Accessibility Grant - Universal Design for Learning and Plain Language - Awarded!'''<br />
**June to September 2021 - $13,000<br />
**Liz, Norah, Tori (Carolyn and Trish support)<br />
***Met with GCDD team to start plan for trainings and creating the plain language guide<br />
<br />
*'''Credits''' - Training Team <br />
**CEU's - Continuing Education Units approved and distributed by the AAC Institute<br />
**CRC's - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Credits approved and distributed by the Commissioner Rehabilitation Counselor Certification or CRCC <br />
***All applications '''must be submitted no later than 30 days before the live event.''' <br />
<br />
*'''CDC/CDC Foundation''' - Carolyn-PI, Liz-Co-PI, Norah - Content Creator and Manager, Trish-Project Support<br />
**COVID-19 Accessible Materials for Individuals with Disabilities<br />
**Issue Briefs on 1. Planning Accessible Meetings, 2. Creating Accessible Text Docs, and 3. Creating Accessible PowerPoint Presentations<br />
***Planning for upcoming CDC trainings<br />
****Training 1: Enhancing Awareness of Disability and Accessible Communication - Tuesday, August 10 at 2:00 PM, prep at 1:30PM<br />
****Training 2: Communicating with People who are Blind or have Vision Related Disabilities - Tuesday August 17 at 3:00PM, prep at 2:30PM<br />
****Training 3: Communicating with People who are Deaf or have Hearing Related Disabilities - Tuesday August 31 at 3:00PM, prep at 2:30PM<br />
****Training 4: Communicating with People with Extreme Low Literacy Including People with Cognitive or Intellectual Disabilities - Tuesday, September 14 at 3:00PM, prep at 2:30PM<br />
<br />
*'''Social Media''' - Send articles, webinars, videos, general information, etc. for posting to Tori<br />
<br />
*'''Graphic Design Projects''' - Kayla<br />
<br />
*'''ATAP (AT3)''' - AT Reuse Activities, AT Database - Carolyn, Liz, Trish(support)<br />
**Webinar - Story Time: Pandemic Impact on AT Reuse Programs - Thursday July 22 at 3:00 PM - Completed!<br />
**Webinar - Revenue Models for AT Reuse – Wednesday August 11 – 3:00 PM<br />
<br />
*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach''' Check out the [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website] to learn more. - Carolyn and Liz<br />
<br />
*'''Webinars''' - WORK ACCESS series; Wired Wednesdays<br />
<br />
*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA''' - Outreach & Public Awareness - Carolyn, Liz<br />
**Submitted July report!<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase''' - Focus groups, trainings, webinars - Carolyn, Liz, Tori, Rachel, Sarah, Ben<br />
<br />
=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
<br />
K-12 Updates<br />
*Composing Year 3 Statement of Work for GaDOE<br />
*Actively supporting current K-12 deliverables<br />
**Current focus EdTrade soft launch & feedback<br />
**GaDOE Video Series – Year 2 – finishing touches<br />
**school year start up increase in requests<br />
*August 10, 2021 @ Direct Services Team Meeting – GaDOE refresh <br />
**AT Portal registration, links, AT Portal Guides<br />
**SRI Database & locating & searching for GaDOE information<br />
**Email examples/responses<br />
*Presentations <br />
**Core Vocabulary, September 14, 2021 3:00 -3:30 (DeeDee) – 3 / 3 in GaDOE Webinar Series for Year 2 <br />
**DeKalb County School Psychologist, September 15, 2021 (Gina) – TFL & GaDOE Partnership<br />
**Texthelp – request training rooms November 9 or 16, 2021 – Texthelp Talks – in person<br />
** Teachers of the Visually Impaired (TVI) Consortia, January 21, 2022 – TFL, GVRA & GaDOE Partnership presentation<br />
**Emory Autism Center – AT / AAC for the Neurodiversity Class (result of the Georgia College Transition Partnership Grant), date TBD<br />
*TFL AT Demos - virtual and face-to-face (we have a couple of upcoming face-to-face demos scheduled)<br />
<br />
=='''GVRA Project (Ben)'''==<br />
<br />
Contracts<br />
* GVRA Contract has been approved and signed!<br />
* OSP has entered GVRA Contract into Grants & Contracts system.<br />
* WorkTag #s have been assigned for both GVRA and Walton Subcontract.<br />
* Patrick is working on Walton contract. <br />
* Next steps: Software purchase orders and payment <br />
<br />
GVRA Updates<br />
* Ben met with Jeff Allen on 8/5 (GVRA Lead on this project) to discuss project parameters.<br />
* Ben, Martha and Zerrin met with GVRA Transition team on 8/13 for introductions and an overview of the project.<br />
* Next Steps: meeting with larger GVRA team (including AWT) to discuss: <br />
** "Pilot within Pilot" to <br />
** Establish a model for reporting<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''== <br />
<br />
*Device Demo 10/1/ 20- Present All Centers 104<br />
*Device Demos 10/1/20- Present TFL 14<br />
<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present All Centers 133<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present TFL 43<br />
<br />
*Device Reutilization 2431<br />
<br />
<br />
*Wired Wednesdays- July Naomi did an excellent review of built-in Microsoft OneNote and Accessibility features. Maria will be covering August Ciara is assisting with lining up someone for September and October.<br />
*Next DAS July 22nd, 1pm-2pm with Ciara and Martha with special guest Danny presenting on Funding, August 19th, 1pm-2pm will cover connectivity<br />
*Sal and Martha mailed out the 2nd shipment of AT for DAS. Referrals are slow and Sal is going to begin to cold call the regions. We have gotten great feedback from individuals who have received equipment.<br />
*Gina and Martha have scheduled some face-to-face demos in the office in August.<br />
*Network partners continue to reach out for AT guidance and/or setting up virtual meetings with their clients for AT solutions with TFL<br />
*Rachel, Sal, and Martha have turned in pre-recorded presentation for GGS Presentation on August 9th.<br />
<br />
=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (Johan)'''==<br />
<br />
*AccessGA <br />
**AccessGA Satisfaction and Future Needs Survey<br />
**Captioning of Governor’s Mansion Clock Videos<br />
**Technical Assistance <br />
***State ADA newsletter<br />
***Georgia Department of Community Affairs<br />
***Dept. of Driver Services online application – completed<br />
**Web Accessibility Evaluations<br />
***Georgia Public Library Service<br />
<br />
*Fee-for-Service <br />
**USG HR: Employment application review for internal and external applicants – completed<br />
***Follow-up technical assistance <br />
***Submission of draft Needs Assessment and additional services to be considered<br />
**Equinox Open Library Initiative<br />
**Completion of VPAT<br />
**UDOIT Tool Evaluation for Brightspace LMS <br />
***Contract finalized – extended to end of year<br />
***Awaiting availability of testing environment and credentials<br />
**Centenary University (awaiting SoW approval)<br />
***Web A11y Eval<br />
***Follow-up technical assistance<br />
**Library Accessibility Alliance<br />
***high-level/preliminary accessibility evaluations of library e-resources<br />
**GLASS Name Change: Georgia Libraries for Accessible Statewide Services (GLASS) to Georgia Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled (GLS)<br />
***Website Overhaul (accessibility is critical)<br />
**Partnership for Inclusive Innovation (GT)<br />
***Request for web a11y eval<br />
***CIDI Membership in process<br />
**CDC Foundation<br />
***Creation of accessible office documents and digital accessibility testing and compliance<br />
**CDC trainings<br />
<br />
*UX Initiatives<br />
***Several ongoing projects in the coming weeks/months involving UX<br />
****Aging Well Access<br />
****Dementia Access<br />
****Washington AT Access <br />
****AT Network <br />
****AT3 AT Access<br />
<br />
=='''AAC Labs (DeeDee)'''==<br />
* Setting up AAC Lab laptop<br />
* Display equipment has been received<br />
* Planning an office day to begin setting up displays and plan posters<br />
Display materials planned:<br />
* Device information <br />
* Posters/handouts on elements of AAC and Access (i.e., types of AAC devices, core words, switches, scanning access, etc.)<br />
* Handouts on implementation strategies, product information<br />
* Information on access from Pittsburg AAC Language Seminar - Karen Kangas<br />
* Model as a MASTER PAL<br />
<br />
=='''TFL & ADA 30th Celebration'''==<br />
<br />
*https://nationaldaycalendar.com/dyslexia-awareness-month-october/<br />
<br />
*Hashtags:<br />
#ThanksToTheADA <br />
#WhatCanYouDo #ChooseToInclude #Disability #ADA<br />
<br />
*November<br />
**Veterans<br />
***"Honor all who served - In times of war - In times of peace"<br />
<br />
**Publications & Fact Sheets<br />
*Veterans - ADA Fact Sheets & Publications from the ADA National Network<br />
*Veterans Resources from the Southeast ADA Center<br />
*Veterans & Families Resource List from ADA Live!<br />
*ADA Live! Episodes by Topic - veterans<br />
**Social Media<br />
#HONORINGVETS – Show your Support on Twitter<br />
**VAntage Point Blog from U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs<br />
**Greenlight a Vet Program and help show that every Veteran has a story<br />
<br />
*December<br />
**Shaping a Universal Future<br />
***National ADA Symposium - Save the Date! Registration opens in January.<br />
*Resources: International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD)<br />
*United Nations (UN)– International Day of Persons with Disabilities<br />
*Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD)<br />
<br />
**Sharing ADA Stories<br />
*StoryCorps & Disability Visibility Project<br />
*StoryCorps MobileBooth Tour<br />
**ADA Legacy Project - Preserve. Celebrate. Educate.<br />
<br />
=='''Open Enrollment begins October 21st!'''==<br />
*Open Enrollment for 2021 Benefits selection begins tomorrow October 21st and ends November 6th. This is an active enrollment - meaning '''you must log into the system and confirm your benefits even if no changes are being made.''' Additionally, '''you will need to certify you and your dependent(s) (age 18 and older) tobacco use status. Tobacco users will be charged $100 per month, per person for using tobacco products and system automatically defaults to tobacco user.''' <br />
**Open Enrollment Website - https://www.usg.edu/hr/benefits/2021_benefits/your_2021_benefits_centered_on_you<br />
**Virtual Benefits Fair - USG Benefits Fair – October 19th – October 23rd. This event will include live events daily & Vendor 1:1 chats between 10am – 2p. (This event replaces GT Benefits Fair) - https://usg.vfairs.com/<br />
**Benefits Comparison Guide - https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/benefits_docs/2021_Comparison_Guide_PDF.pdf<br />
<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# Complete your Open Enrollment for 2021 - 11/6<br />
# Complete Your GT Compliance - 11/17! <br />
# TH - Create and Share your Social Media posting plan for '''TFL's 30th & ADA's 30th'''.<br />
<br />
*'''S&E and Policy Synergies with Research Presentation Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
** Action: Send out PDF: CP<br />
** Action: TFL Team review & give Feedback<br />
<br />
*'''ACCESS for Aging Well Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
*'''AT Network Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
* '''AT Lending Library Issue'''<br />
**Action: Annabel will set up to Discuss & Resolve with Rachel<br />
<br />
* '''CDC/F Category 3''' <br />
**Action: Send out Announcements Nationally & Reminders - Tori<br />
<br />
*'''TFL Report to HHS | ACL & to Congress'''<br />
**Action: GaDOE Co-Op - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
**Action: CIDI S&E - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
<br />
*'''Ga DAS - Start Date/Nov. 19th Training'''<br />
**Action: CP will get info Jeni</div>Rsatterfield8http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_8/17/2021&diff=5986TFL Team Meeting - 8/17/20212021-08-16T15:34:16Z<p>Rsatterfield8: /* TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina) */</p>
<hr />
<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
<br />
*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
<br />
=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
<br />
1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
<br />
2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
<br />
3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
<br />
<br />
=Agenda=<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* ‘’’HR’’’<br />
** Critical Hire Process: AT Manager Position<br />
** Critical Hire Process: Training Position<br />
*'''Allocations'''<br />
**Make sure these are correct - any changes by 5pm today. <br />
* '''Projects:'''<br />
* GaDOE FY20 Co-PI Gina & FY 21 - Ben will be increasing his role to help Gina and me!<br />
* GVRA Contract FY 21 - Moving Forward - PI Ben & Co-PI's Martha and Zerrin<br />
* CDC Contract - NCE through Sept. 30, 2022.<br />
* HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** ISO & ICF!<br />
* AT3 - $50K - (May-August 31)<br />
* Georgia Division of Aging (DAS) - CARES Act - (April 2021 - End Sept. 30, 2021!)<br />
* 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
* Wireless RERC - $35K<br />
*'''Proposals:'''<br />
**GVRA Transition Website<br />
** GaDOE Year 3: Early Development <br />
<br />
* '''TFL Strategic Planning - Focused Sessions'''<br />
*Upcoming: <br />
**Direct Services - Martha<br />
** AAC Lab - DeeDee<br />
** AT Considerations - Gina<br />
** Leadership & Training - Liz<br />
** TFL Research - Ben<br />
** TFL into CIDI S&E Research - Zerrin<br />
** Wrap Up & Action Items - CP<br />
<br />
=='''Almost Complete!! CDC/F Trainings & Activities (Category 3) (Carolyn)'''==<br />
*'''COVID-19 Simplified Text 2-Minute Videos'''<br />
**Format: 5 Simplified Text Scripts for 2-minute videos<br />
*New CDCF Contract!<br />
*Vaccine Webinar #1<br />
*Vaccine Webinar #2<br />
<br />
=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates'''==<br />
'''Transition'''<br />
# Credit-Able - to FODAC!!<br />
# Physical files will still remain in Danny's office <br />
<br />
'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Credit-Able applications are on hold<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(1) - AT Services During & After the Covid-19 Pandemic<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(2) - Public Health: feature our work on CDC Project<br />
** Calls closed in June, Peer Review is in process<br />
<br />
'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT)''' <br />
* MoAT Small Bets project: <br />
** Submitted a SMART TECH Report - paper documenting the Mastery of AT project and findings <br />
** Seed grant proposal in K-12 area was not funded. Awaiting word on NIDILRR FIP proposal.<br />
** MoAT presentation accepted at GA EdTech Conference (ATL, Nov 3-5)<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS''' <br />
* Team is preparing for an additional focus group on Mental Health Accommodations<br />
* Resuming work on Workstations decision tree<br />
* Launching Validation Surveys for completed decision trees<br />
<br />
'''AT Network'''<br />
* Beginning the process of mapping categories of AT from the AbleData database to the ISO 9999 classifications<br />
* Team has been exploring how to leverage evaluations done by TFL to help "seed" database<br />
** Dee Dee & Ben have proposed a template with levels at which eval data might be accessed.<br />
** Also looking for PowerPoint presentations and papers to include in the database.<br />
<br />
'''Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Program (ITEP)'''<br />
*Instruction and Mentorship components have started<br />
*Contacting startups for externship<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
*Two articles proposed<br />
*Working with John, Guy, and Maureen<br />
<br />
<br />
'''NSF RCN - STEM BUILD Project with NCSU'''<br />
*Working with them as a Steering Committee member <br />
*Tactile Learning Materials in Science Education<br />
*Will be teaching UDL and designing 3D printed learning media <br />
<br />
<br />
'''USG BOR'''<br />
*Working with RACDSP group to add a section to the survey <br />
**Survey has been comleted<br />
*Will conduct focus group with the DSPs <br />
*Survey for the 2020-2021 will be disseminated after this meeting <br />
<br />
<br />
'''On the horizon'''<br />
*DAS-NWD Vaccine Project<br />
*GVRA<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
<br />
*'''Tools for Life'''<br />
<br />
**Data Reminder: Don't forget to enter in your public awareness and I & A data. Include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures - Keep going! Follow up in late October.<br />
**Webinar archives - Are any of yours missing? - Tori continues to update and organize and will be reaching out<br />
**TFL Website, wiki - Liz, Kayla, Tori and Shaina - Soon!<br />
**Training plan - host more virtually - we're doing it!<br />
<br />
*'''GCDD Accessibility Grant - Universal Design for Learning and Plain Language - Awarded!'''<br />
**June to September 2021 - $13,000<br />
**Liz, Norah, Tori (Carolyn and Trish support)<br />
***Met with GCDD team to start plan for trainings and creating the plain language guide<br />
<br />
*'''Credits''' - Training Team <br />
**CEU's - Continuing Education Units approved and distributed by the AAC Institute<br />
**CRC's - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Credits approved and distributed by the Commissioner Rehabilitation Counselor Certification or CRCC <br />
***All applications '''must be submitted no later than 30 days before the live event.''' <br />
<br />
*'''CDC/CDC Foundation''' - Carolyn-PI, Liz-Co-PI, Norah - Content Creator and Manager, Trish-Project Support<br />
**COVID-19 Accessible Materials for Individuals with Disabilities<br />
**Issue Briefs on 1. Planning Accessible Meetings, 2. Creating Accessible Text Docs, and 3. Creating Accessible PowerPoint Presentations<br />
***Planning for upcoming CDC trainings<br />
****Training 1: Enhancing Awareness of Disability and Accessible Communication - Tuesday, August 10 at 2:00 PM, prep at 1:30PM<br />
****Training 2: Communicating with People who are Blind or have Vision Related Disabilities - Tuesday August 17 at 3:00PM, prep at 2:30PM<br />
****Training 3: Communicating with People who are Deaf or have Hearing Related Disabilities - Tuesday August 31 at 3:00PM, prep at 2:30PM<br />
****Training 4: Communicating with People with Extreme Low Literacy Including People with Cognitive or Intellectual Disabilities - Tuesday, September 14 at 3:00PM, prep at 2:30PM<br />
<br />
*'''Social Media''' - Send articles, webinars, videos, general information, etc. for posting to Tori<br />
<br />
*'''Graphic Design Projects''' - Kayla<br />
<br />
*'''ATAP (AT3)''' - AT Reuse Activities, AT Database - Carolyn, Liz, Trish(support)<br />
**Webinar - Story Time: Pandemic Impact on AT Reuse Programs - Thursday July 22 at 3:00 PM - Completed!<br />
**Webinar - Revenue Models for AT Reuse – Wednesday August 11 – 3:00 PM<br />
<br />
*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach''' Check out the [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website] to learn more. - Carolyn and Liz<br />
<br />
*'''Webinars''' - WORK ACCESS series; Wired Wednesdays<br />
<br />
*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA''' - Outreach & Public Awareness - Carolyn, Liz<br />
**Submitted July report!<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase''' - Focus groups, trainings, webinars - Carolyn, Liz, Tori, Rachel, Sarah, Ben<br />
<br />
=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
<br />
K-12 Updates<br />
*Composing Year 3 Statement of Work for GaDOE<br />
*Actively supporting current K-12 deliverables<br />
**Current focus EdTrade soft launch & feedback<br />
**GaDOE Video Series – Year 2 – finishing touches<br />
**school year start up increase in requests<br />
*August 10, 2021 @ Direct Services Team Meeting – GaDOE refresh <br />
**AT Portal registration, links, AT Portal Guides<br />
**SRI Database & locating & searching for GaDOE information<br />
**Email examples/responses<br />
*Presentations <br />
**Core Vocabulary, September 14, 2021 3:00 -3:30 (DeeDee) – 3 / 3 in GaDOE Webinar Series for Year 2 <br />
**DeKalb County School Psychologist, September 15, 2021 (Gina) – TFL & GaDOE Partnership<br />
**Texthelp – request training rooms November 9 or 16, 2021 – Texthelp Talks – in person<br />
** Teachers of the Visually Impaired (TVI) Consortia, January 21, 2022 – TFL, GVRA & GaDOE Partnership presentation<br />
**Emory Autism Center – AT / AAC for the Neurodiversity Class (result of the Georgia College Transition Partnership Grant), date TBD<br />
*TFL AT Demos - virtual and face-to-face (we have a couple of upcoming face-to-face demos scheduled)<br />
<br />
=='''GVRA Project (Ben)'''==<br />
<br />
Contracts<br />
* GVRA Contract has been approved and signed!<br />
* OSP has entered GVRA Contract into Grants & Contracts system.<br />
* WorkTag #s have been assigned for both GVRA and Walton Subcontract.<br />
* Patrick is working on Walton contract. <br />
* Next steps: Software purchase orders and payment <br />
<br />
GVRA Updates<br />
* Ben met with Jeff Allen on 8/5 (GVRA Lead on this project) to discuss project peramaters.<br />
* Ben, Martha and Zerrin met with GVRA Transition team on 8/13 for introductions and an overview of the project.<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''== <br />
<br />
*Device Demo 10/1/ 20- Present All Centers 104<br />
*Device Demos 10/1/20- Present TFL 14<br />
<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present All Centers 133<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present TFL 43<br />
<br />
*Device Reutilization 2431<br />
<br />
<br />
*Wired Wednesdays- July Naomi did an excellent review of built-in Microsoft OneNote and Accessibility features. Maria will be covering August Ciara is assisting with lining up someone for September and October.<br />
*Next DAS July 22nd, 1pm-2pm with Ciara and Martha with special guest Danny presenting on Funding, August 19th, 1pm-2pm will cover connectivity<br />
*Sal and Martha mailed out the 2nd shipment of AT for DAS. Referrals are slow and Sal is going to begin to cold call the regions. We have gotten great feedback from individuals who have received equipment.<br />
*Gina and Martha have scheduled some face-to-face demos in the office in August.<br />
*Network partners continue to reach out for AT guidance and/or setting up virtual meetings with their clients for AT solutions with TFL<br />
*Rachel, Sal, and Martha have turned in pre-recorded presentation for GGS Presentation on August 9th.<br />
<br />
=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (Johan)'''==<br />
<br />
*AccessGA <br />
**AccessGA Satisfaction and Future Needs Survey<br />
**Captioning of Governor’s Mansion Clock Videos<br />
**Technical Assistance <br />
***State ADA newsletter<br />
***Georgia Department of Community Affairs<br />
***Dept. of Driver Services online application – completed<br />
**Web Accessibility Evaluations<br />
***Georgia Public Library Service<br />
<br />
*Fee-for-Service <br />
**USG HR: Employment application review for internal and external applicants – completed<br />
***Follow-up technical assistance <br />
***Submission of draft Needs Assessment and additional services to be considered<br />
**Equinox Open Library Initiative<br />
**Completion of VPAT<br />
**UDOIT Tool Evaluation for Brightspace LMS <br />
***Contract finalized – extended to end of year<br />
***Awaiting availability of testing environment and credentials<br />
**Centenary University (awaiting SoW approval)<br />
***Web A11y Eval<br />
***Follow-up technical assistance<br />
**Library Accessibility Alliance<br />
***high-level/preliminary accessibility evaluations of library e-resources<br />
**GLASS Name Change: Georgia Libraries for Accessible Statewide Services (GLASS) to Georgia Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled (GLS)<br />
***Website Overhaul (accessibility is critical)<br />
**Partnership for Inclusive Innovation (GT)<br />
***Request for web a11y eval<br />
***CIDI Membership in process<br />
**CDC Foundation<br />
***Creation of accessible office documents and digital accessibility testing and compliance<br />
**CDC trainings<br />
<br />
*UX Initiatives<br />
***Several ongoing projects in the coming weeks/months involving UX<br />
****Aging Well Access<br />
****Dementia Access<br />
****Washington AT Access <br />
****AT Network <br />
****AT3 AT Access<br />
<br />
=='''AAC Labs (DeeDee)'''==<br />
* Setting up AAC Lab laptop<br />
* Display equipment has been received<br />
* Planning an office day to begin setting up displays and plan posters<br />
Display materials planned:<br />
* Device information <br />
* Posters/handouts on elements of AAC and Access (i.e., types of AAC devices, core words, switches, scanning access, etc.)<br />
* Handouts on implementation strategies, product information<br />
* Information on access from Pittsburg AAC Language Seminar - Karen Kangas<br />
* Model as a MASTER PAL<br />
<br />
=='''TFL & ADA 30th Celebration'''==<br />
<br />
*https://nationaldaycalendar.com/dyslexia-awareness-month-october/<br />
<br />
*Hashtags:<br />
#ThanksToTheADA <br />
#WhatCanYouDo #ChooseToInclude #Disability #ADA<br />
<br />
*November<br />
**Veterans<br />
***"Honor all who served - In times of war - In times of peace"<br />
<br />
**Publications & Fact Sheets<br />
*Veterans - ADA Fact Sheets & Publications from the ADA National Network<br />
*Veterans Resources from the Southeast ADA Center<br />
*Veterans & Families Resource List from ADA Live!<br />
*ADA Live! Episodes by Topic - veterans<br />
**Social Media<br />
#HONORINGVETS – Show your Support on Twitter<br />
**VAntage Point Blog from U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs<br />
**Greenlight a Vet Program and help show that every Veteran has a story<br />
<br />
*December<br />
**Shaping a Universal Future<br />
***National ADA Symposium - Save the Date! Registration opens in January.<br />
*Resources: International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD)<br />
*United Nations (UN)– International Day of Persons with Disabilities<br />
*Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD)<br />
<br />
**Sharing ADA Stories<br />
*StoryCorps & Disability Visibility Project<br />
*StoryCorps MobileBooth Tour<br />
**ADA Legacy Project - Preserve. Celebrate. Educate.<br />
<br />
=='''Open Enrollment begins October 21st!'''==<br />
*Open Enrollment for 2021 Benefits selection begins tomorrow October 21st and ends November 6th. This is an active enrollment - meaning '''you must log into the system and confirm your benefits even if no changes are being made.''' Additionally, '''you will need to certify you and your dependent(s) (age 18 and older) tobacco use status. Tobacco users will be charged $100 per month, per person for using tobacco products and system automatically defaults to tobacco user.''' <br />
**Open Enrollment Website - https://www.usg.edu/hr/benefits/2021_benefits/your_2021_benefits_centered_on_you<br />
**Virtual Benefits Fair - USG Benefits Fair – October 19th – October 23rd. This event will include live events daily & Vendor 1:1 chats between 10am – 2p. (This event replaces GT Benefits Fair) - https://usg.vfairs.com/<br />
**Benefits Comparison Guide - https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/benefits_docs/2021_Comparison_Guide_PDF.pdf<br />
<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# Complete your Open Enrollment for 2021 - 11/6<br />
# Complete Your GT Compliance - 11/17! <br />
# TH - Create and Share your Social Media posting plan for '''TFL's 30th & ADA's 30th'''.<br />
<br />
*'''S&E and Policy Synergies with Research Presentation Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
** Action: Send out PDF: CP<br />
** Action: TFL Team review & give Feedback<br />
<br />
*'''ACCESS for Aging Well Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
*'''AT Network Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
* '''AT Lending Library Issue'''<br />
**Action: Annabel will set up to Discuss & Resolve with Rachel<br />
<br />
* '''CDC/F Category 3''' <br />
**Action: Send out Announcements Nationally & Reminders - Tori<br />
<br />
*'''TFL Report to HHS | ACL & to Congress'''<br />
**Action: GaDOE Co-Op - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
**Action: CIDI S&E - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
<br />
*'''Ga DAS - Start Date/Nov. 19th Training'''<br />
**Action: CP will get info Jeni</div>Rsatterfield8http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_8/17/2021&diff=5985TFL Team Meeting - 8/17/20212021-08-16T15:23:32Z<p>Rsatterfield8: /* TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn) */</p>
<hr />
<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
<br />
*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
<br />
=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
<br />
1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
<br />
2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
<br />
3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
<br />
<br />
=Agenda=<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* ‘’’HR’’’<br />
** Critical Hire Process: AT Manager Position<br />
** Critical Hire Process: Training Position<br />
*'''Allocations'''<br />
**Make sure these are correct - any changes by 5pm today. <br />
* '''Projects:'''<br />
* GaDOE FY20 Co-PI Gina & FY 21 - Ben will be increasing his role to help Gina and me!<br />
* GVRA Contract FY 21 - Moving Forward - PI Ben & Co-PI's Martha and Zerrin<br />
* CDC Contract - NCE through Sept. 30, 2022.<br />
* HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** ISO & ICF!<br />
* AT3 - $50K - (May-August 31)<br />
* Georgia Division of Aging (DAS) - CARES Act - (April 2021 - End Sept. 30, 2021!)<br />
* 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
* Wireless RERC - $35K<br />
*'''Proposals:'''<br />
**GVRA Transition Website<br />
** GaDOE Year 3: Early Development <br />
<br />
* '''TFL Strategic Planning - Focused Sessions'''<br />
*Upcoming: <br />
**Direct Services - Martha<br />
** AAC Lab - DeeDee<br />
** AT Considerations - Gina<br />
** Leadership & Training - Liz<br />
** TFL Research - Ben<br />
** TFL into CIDI S&E Research - Zerrin<br />
** Wrap Up & Action Items - CP<br />
<br />
=='''Almost Complete!! CDC/F Trainings & Activities (Category 3) (Carolyn)'''==<br />
*'''COVID-19 Simplified Text 2-Minute Videos'''<br />
**Format: 5 Simplified Text Scripts for 2-minute videos<br />
*New CDCF Contract!<br />
*Vaccine Webinar #1<br />
*Vaccine Webinar #2<br />
<br />
=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates'''==<br />
'''Transition'''<br />
# Credit-Able - to FODAC!!<br />
# Physical files will still remain in Danny's office <br />
<br />
'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Credit-Able applications are on hold<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(1) - AT Services During & After the Covid-19 Pandemic<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(2) - Public Health: feature our work on CDC Project<br />
** Calls closed in June, Peer Review is in process<br />
<br />
'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT)''' <br />
* MoAT Small Bets project: <br />
** Submitted a SMART TECH Report - paper documenting the Mastery of AT project and findings <br />
** Seed grant proposal in K-12 area was not funded. Awaiting word on NIDILRR FIP proposal.<br />
** MoAT presentation accepted at GA EdTech Conference (ATL, Nov 3-5)<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS''' <br />
* Team is preparing for an additional focus group on Mental Health Accommodations<br />
* Resuming work on Workstations decision tree<br />
* Launching Validation Surveys for completed decision trees<br />
<br />
'''AT Network'''<br />
* Beginning the process of mapping categories of AT from the AbleData database to the ISO 9999 classifications<br />
* Team has been exploring how to leverage evaluations done by TFL to help "seed" database<br />
** Dee Dee & Ben have proposed a template with levels at which eval data might be accessed.<br />
** Also looking for PowerPoint presentations and papers to include in the database.<br />
<br />
'''Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Program (ITEP)'''<br />
*Instruction and Mentorship components have started<br />
*Contacting startups for externship<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
*Two articles proposed<br />
*Working with John, Guy, and Maureen<br />
<br />
<br />
'''NSF RCN - STEM BUILD Project with NCSU'''<br />
*Working with them as a Steering Committee member <br />
*Tactile Learning Materials in Science Education<br />
*Will be teaching UDL and designing 3D printed learning media <br />
<br />
<br />
'''USG BOR'''<br />
*Working with RACDSP group to add a section to the survey <br />
**Survey has been comleted<br />
*Will conduct focus group with the DSPs <br />
*Survey for the 2020-2021 will be disseminated after this meeting <br />
<br />
<br />
'''On the horizon'''<br />
*DAS-NWD Vaccine Project<br />
*GVRA<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
<br />
*'''Tools for Life'''<br />
<br />
**Data Reminder: Don't forget to enter in your public awareness and I & A data. Include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures - Keep going! Follow up in late October.<br />
**Webinar archives - Are any of yours missing? - Tori continues to update and organize and will be reaching out<br />
**TFL Website, wiki - Liz, Kayla, Tori and Shaina - Soon!<br />
**Training plan - host more virtually - we're doing it!<br />
<br />
*'''GCDD Accessibility Grant - Universal Design for Learning and Plain Language - Awarded!'''<br />
**June to September 2021 - $13,000<br />
**Liz, Norah, Tori (Carolyn and Trish support)<br />
***Met with GCDD team to start plan for trainings and creating the plain language guide<br />
<br />
*'''Credits''' - Training Team <br />
**CEU's - Continuing Education Units approved and distributed by the AAC Institute<br />
**CRC's - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Credits approved and distributed by the Commissioner Rehabilitation Counselor Certification or CRCC <br />
***All applications '''must be submitted no later than 30 days before the live event.''' <br />
<br />
*'''CDC/CDC Foundation''' - Carolyn-PI, Liz-Co-PI, Norah - Content Creator and Manager, Trish-Project Support<br />
**COVID-19 Accessible Materials for Individuals with Disabilities<br />
**Issue Briefs on 1. Planning Accessible Meetings, 2. Creating Accessible Text Docs, and 3. Creating Accessible PowerPoint Presentations<br />
***Planning for upcoming CDC trainings<br />
****Training 1: Enhancing Awareness of Disability and Accessible Communication - Tuesday, August 10 at 2:00 PM, prep at 1:30PM<br />
****Training 2: Communicating with People who are Blind or have Vision Related Disabilities - Tuesday August 17 at 3:00PM, prep at 2:30PM<br />
****Training 3: Communicating with People who are Deaf or have Hearing Related Disabilities - Tuesday August 31 at 3:00PM, prep at 2:30PM<br />
****Training 4: Communicating with People with Extreme Low Literacy Including People with Cognitive or Intellectual Disabilities - Tuesday, September 14 at 3:00PM, prep at 2:30PM<br />
<br />
*'''Social Media''' - Send articles, webinars, videos, general information, etc. for posting to Tori<br />
<br />
*'''Graphic Design Projects''' - Kayla<br />
<br />
*'''ATAP (AT3)''' - AT Reuse Activities, AT Database - Carolyn, Liz, Trish(support)<br />
**Webinar - Story Time: Pandemic Impact on AT Reuse Programs - Thursday July 22 at 3:00 PM - Completed!<br />
**Webinar - Revenue Models for AT Reuse – Wednesday August 11 – 3:00 PM<br />
<br />
*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach''' Check out the [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website] to learn more. - Carolyn and Liz<br />
<br />
*'''Webinars''' - WORK ACCESS series; Wired Wednesdays<br />
<br />
*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA''' - Outreach & Public Awareness - Carolyn, Liz<br />
**Submitted July report!<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase''' - Focus groups, trainings, webinars - Carolyn, Liz, Tori, Rachel, Sarah, Ben<br />
<br />
=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
<br />
K-12 Updates<br />
*Composing Year 3 Statement of Work for GaDOE<br />
*Actively supporting current K-12 deliverables<br />
**Current focus EdTrade soft launch & feedback<br />
**GaDOE Video Series – Year 2 – finishing touches<br />
**school year start up increase in requests<br />
*August 10, 2021 @ Direct Services Team Meeting – GaDOE refresh <br />
**AT Portal registration, links, AT Portal Guides<br />
**SRI Database & locating & searching for GaDOE information<br />
**Email examples/responses<br />
*Presentations <br />
**Core Vocabulary, September 14, 2021 3:00 -3:30 (DeeDee) – 3 / 3 in GaDOE Webinar Series for Year 2 <br />
**DeKalb County School Psychologist, September 15, 2021 (Gina) – TFL & GaDOE Partnership<br />
**Texthelp – request training rooms November 9 or 16, 2021 – Texthelp Talks – in person<br />
** Teachers of the Visually Impaired (TVI) Consortia, January 21, 2022 – TFL, GVRA & GaDOE Partnership presentation<br />
**Emory Autism Center – AT / AAC for the Neurodiversity Class (result of the Georgia College Transition Partnership Grant), date TBD<br />
*TFL AT Demos - virtual and face-to-face (we have a couple of upcoming face-to-face demos scheduled)<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''== <br />
<br />
*Device Demo 10/1/ 20- Present All Centers 104<br />
*Device Demos 10/1/20- Present TFL 14<br />
<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present All Centers 133<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present TFL 43<br />
<br />
*Device Reutilization 2431<br />
<br />
<br />
*Wired Wednesdays- July Naomi did an excellent review of built-in Microsoft OneNote and Accessibility features. Maria will be covering August Ciara is assisting with lining up someone for September and October.<br />
*Next DAS July 22nd, 1pm-2pm with Ciara and Martha with special guest Danny presenting on Funding, August 19th, 1pm-2pm will cover connectivity<br />
*Sal and Martha mailed out the 2nd shipment of AT for DAS. Referrals are slow and Sal is going to begin to cold call the regions. We have gotten great feedback from individuals who have received equipment.<br />
*Gina and Martha have scheduled some face-to-face demos in the office in August.<br />
*Network partners continue to reach out for AT guidance and/or setting up virtual meetings with their clients for AT solutions with TFL<br />
*Rachel, Sal, and Martha have turned in pre-recorded presentation for GGS Presentation on August 9th.<br />
<br />
=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (Johan)'''==<br />
<br />
*AccessGA <br />
**AccessGA Satisfaction and Future Needs Survey<br />
**Captioning of Governor’s Mansion Clock Videos<br />
**Technical Assistance <br />
***State ADA newsletter<br />
***Georgia Department of Community Affairs<br />
***Dept. of Driver Services online application – completed<br />
**Web Accessibility Evaluations<br />
***Georgia Public Library Service<br />
<br />
*Fee-for-Service <br />
**USG HR: Employment application review for internal and external applicants – completed<br />
***Follow-up technical assistance <br />
***Submission of draft Needs Assessment and additional services to be considered<br />
**Equinox Open Library Initiative<br />
**Completion of VPAT<br />
**UDOIT Tool Evaluation for Brightspace LMS <br />
***Contract finalized – extended to end of year<br />
***Awaiting availability of testing environment and credentials<br />
**Centenary University (awaiting SoW approval)<br />
***Web A11y Eval<br />
***Follow-up technical assistance<br />
**Library Accessibility Alliance<br />
***high-level/preliminary accessibility evaluations of library e-resources<br />
**GLASS Name Change: Georgia Libraries for Accessible Statewide Services (GLASS) to Georgia Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled (GLS)<br />
***Website Overhaul (accessibility is critical)<br />
**Partnership for Inclusive Innovation (GT)<br />
***Request for web a11y eval<br />
***CIDI Membership in process<br />
**CDC Foundation<br />
***Creation of accessible office documents and digital accessibility testing and compliance<br />
**CDC trainings<br />
<br />
*UX Initiatives<br />
***Several ongoing projects in the coming weeks/months involving UX<br />
****Aging Well Access<br />
****Dementia Access<br />
****Washington AT Access <br />
****AT Network <br />
****AT3 AT Access<br />
<br />
=='''AAC Labs (DeeDee)'''==<br />
* Setting up AAC Lab laptop<br />
* Display equipment has been received<br />
* Planning an office day to begin setting up displays and plan posters<br />
Display materials planned:<br />
* Device information <br />
* Posters/handouts on elements of AAC and Access (i.e., types of AAC devices, core words, switches, scanning access, etc.)<br />
* Handouts on implementation strategies, product information<br />
* Information on access from Pittsburg AAC Language Seminar - Karen Kangas<br />
* Model as a MASTER PAL<br />
<br />
=='''TFL & ADA 30th Celebration'''==<br />
<br />
*https://nationaldaycalendar.com/dyslexia-awareness-month-october/<br />
<br />
*Hashtags:<br />
#ThanksToTheADA <br />
#WhatCanYouDo #ChooseToInclude #Disability #ADA<br />
<br />
*November<br />
**Veterans<br />
***"Honor all who served - In times of war - In times of peace"<br />
<br />
**Publications & Fact Sheets<br />
*Veterans - ADA Fact Sheets & Publications from the ADA National Network<br />
*Veterans Resources from the Southeast ADA Center<br />
*Veterans & Families Resource List from ADA Live!<br />
*ADA Live! Episodes by Topic - veterans<br />
**Social Media<br />
#HONORINGVETS – Show your Support on Twitter<br />
**VAntage Point Blog from U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs<br />
**Greenlight a Vet Program and help show that every Veteran has a story<br />
<br />
*December<br />
**Shaping a Universal Future<br />
***National ADA Symposium - Save the Date! Registration opens in January.<br />
*Resources: International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD)<br />
*United Nations (UN)– International Day of Persons with Disabilities<br />
*Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD)<br />
<br />
**Sharing ADA Stories<br />
*StoryCorps & Disability Visibility Project<br />
*StoryCorps MobileBooth Tour<br />
**ADA Legacy Project - Preserve. Celebrate. Educate.<br />
<br />
=='''Open Enrollment begins October 21st!'''==<br />
*Open Enrollment for 2021 Benefits selection begins tomorrow October 21st and ends November 6th. This is an active enrollment - meaning '''you must log into the system and confirm your benefits even if no changes are being made.''' Additionally, '''you will need to certify you and your dependent(s) (age 18 and older) tobacco use status. Tobacco users will be charged $100 per month, per person for using tobacco products and system automatically defaults to tobacco user.''' <br />
**Open Enrollment Website - https://www.usg.edu/hr/benefits/2021_benefits/your_2021_benefits_centered_on_you<br />
**Virtual Benefits Fair - USG Benefits Fair – October 19th – October 23rd. This event will include live events daily & Vendor 1:1 chats between 10am – 2p. (This event replaces GT Benefits Fair) - https://usg.vfairs.com/<br />
**Benefits Comparison Guide - https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/benefits_docs/2021_Comparison_Guide_PDF.pdf<br />
<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# Complete your Open Enrollment for 2021 - 11/6<br />
# Complete Your GT Compliance - 11/17! <br />
# TH - Create and Share your Social Media posting plan for '''TFL's 30th & ADA's 30th'''.<br />
<br />
*'''S&E and Policy Synergies with Research Presentation Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
** Action: Send out PDF: CP<br />
** Action: TFL Team review & give Feedback<br />
<br />
*'''ACCESS for Aging Well Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
*'''AT Network Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
* '''AT Lending Library Issue'''<br />
**Action: Annabel will set up to Discuss & Resolve with Rachel<br />
<br />
* '''CDC/F Category 3''' <br />
**Action: Send out Announcements Nationally & Reminders - Tori<br />
<br />
*'''TFL Report to HHS | ACL & to Congress'''<br />
**Action: GaDOE Co-Op - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
**Action: CIDI S&E - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
<br />
*'''Ga DAS - Start Date/Nov. 19th Training'''<br />
**Action: CP will get info Jeni</div>Rsatterfield8http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_8/3/2021&diff=5978TFL Team Meeting - 8/3/20212021-08-03T10:29:55Z<p>Rsatterfield8: /* TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn) */</p>
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<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
<br />
*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
<br />
=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
<br />
1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
<br />
2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
<br />
3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
<br />
<br />
=Agenda=<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* ‘’’HR’’’<br />
** Critical Hire Process: AT Manager Position<br />
** Critical Hire Process: Training Position<br />
*'''Allocations'''<br />
**Make sure these are correct - any changes by 5pm today. <br />
* '''Projects:'''<br />
* GaDOE FY20 Co-PI Gina & FY 21 - Ben will be increasing his role to help Gina and me!<br />
* GVRA Contract FY 21 - Moving Forward - PI Ben & Co-PI's Martha and Zerrin<br />
* CDC Contract - NCE through Sept. 30, 2022.<br />
* HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** ISO & ICF!<br />
* AT3 - $50K - (May-August 31)<br />
* Georgia Division of Aging (DAS) - CARES Act - (April 2021 - End Sept. 30, 2021!)<br />
* 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
* Wireless RERC - $35K<br />
*'''Proposals:'''<br />
**GVRA Transition Website<br />
** GaDOE Year 3: Early Development <br />
<br />
* '''TFL Strategic Planning - Focused Sessions'''<br />
*Upcoming: <br />
**Direct Services - Martha<br />
** AAC Lab - DeeDee<br />
** AT Considerations - Gina<br />
** Leadership & Training - Liz<br />
** TFL Research - Ben<br />
** TFL into CIDI S&E Research - Zerrin<br />
** Wrap Up & Action Items - CP<br />
<br />
=='''Almost Complete!! CDC/F Trainings & Activities (Category 3) (Carolyn)'''==<br />
*'''COVID-19 Simplified Text 2-Minute Videos'''<br />
**Format: 5 Simplified Text Scripts for 2-minute videos<br />
*New CDCF Contract!<br />
*Vaccine Webinar #1<br />
*Vaccine Webinar #2<br />
<br />
=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates'''==<br />
'''Transition'''<br />
# Credit-Able - to FODAC!!<br />
# Physical files will still remain in Danny's office <br />
<br />
'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Credit-Able applications are on hold<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(1) - AT Services During & After the Covid-19 Pandemic<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(2) - Public Health: feature our work on CDC Project<br />
** Calls closed in June, Peer Review is in process<br />
<br />
'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT)''' <br />
* MoAT Small Bets project: <br />
** Created a web based working model of the AT Mastery Continuum tool<br />
** Thanks to John Rempel for providing an accessibility overview of our web based tool<br />
** Submitted a SMART TECH Report - paper documenting the Mastery of AT project and findings <br />
** Awaiting word on seed grant opportunity to continue work in K-12 area.<br />
** MoAT presentation proposal accepted at GA EdTech Conference (ATL, Nov 3-5)<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS''' <br />
* Team has completed 2 focus groups on Mental Health Accommodations<br />
** Planning a third focus group this Thursday (8/5)to complete data collection<br />
* Resuming work on Workstations decision tree<br />
* Launching Validation Surveys for completed decision trees<br />
<br />
'''AT Network'''<br />
* Beginning the process of mapping categories of AT from the AbleData database to the ISO 9999 classifications<br />
* Team has been exploring how to leverage evaluations done by TFL to help "seed" database<br />
** Dee Dee & Ben have proposed a template with levels at which eval data might be accessed.<br />
** Also looking for PowerPoint presentations and papers to include in the database.<br />
<br />
'''Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Program (ITEP)'''<br />
*Instruction and Mentorship components have started<br />
*Contacting startups for externship<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
*Two articles proposed<br />
*Working with John, Guy, and Maureen<br />
<br />
<br />
'''NSF RCN - STEM BUILD Project with NCSU'''<br />
*Working with them as a Steering Committee member <br />
*Tactile Learning Materials in Science Education<br />
*Will be teaching UDL and designing 3D printed learning media <br />
<br />
<br />
'''USG BOR'''<br />
*Working with RACDSP group to add a section to the survey <br />
**Survey has been comleted<br />
*Will conduct focus group with the DSPs <br />
*Survey for the 2020-2021 will be disseminated after this meeting <br />
<br />
<br />
'''On the horizon'''<br />
*DAS-NWD Vaccine Project<br />
*GVRA<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
<br />
*'''Tools for Life'''<br />
<br />
**Data Reminder: Don't forget to enter in your public awareness and I & A data. Include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures - Keep going! Follow up in late October.<br />
**Webinar archives - Are any of yours missing? - Tori continues to update and organize and will be reaching out<br />
**TFL Website, wiki - Liz, Kayla, Tori and Shaina - Soon!<br />
**Training plan - host more virtually - we're doing it!<br />
<br />
*'''GCDD Accessibility Grant - Universal Design for Learning and Plain Language - Awarded!'''<br />
**June to September 2021 - $13,000<br />
**Liz, Norah, Tori (Carolyn and Trish support)<br />
***Met with GCDD team to start plan for trainings and creating the plain language guide<br />
<br />
*'''Credits''' - Training Team <br />
**CEU's - Continuing Education Units approved and distributed by the AAC Institute<br />
**CRC's - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Credits approved and distributed by the Commissioner Rehabilitation Counselor Certification or CRCC <br />
***All applications '''must be submitted no later than 30 days before the live event.''' <br />
<br />
*'''CDC/CDC Foundation''' - Carolyn-PI, Liz-Co-PI, Norah - Content Creator and Manager, Trish-Project Support<br />
**COVID-19 Accessible Materials for Individuals with Disabilities<br />
**Issue Briefs on 1. Planning Accessible Meetings, 2. Creating Accessible Text Docs, and 3. Creating Accessible PowerPoint Presentations<br />
***Planning for upcoming CDC trainings<br />
****Training 1: Enhancing Awareness of Disability and Accessible Communication - Tuesday, August 10 at 2:00 PM, prep at 1:30PM<br />
****Training 2: Communicating with People who are Blind or have Vision Related Disabilities - Tuesday August 17 at 3:00PM, prep at 2:30PM<br />
****Training 3: Communicating with People who are Deaf or have Hearing Related Disabilities - Tuesday August 31 at 3:00PM, prep at 2:30PM<br />
****Training 4: Communicating with People with Extreme Low Literacy Including People with Cognitive or Intellectual Disabilities - Tuesday, September 14 at 3:00PM, prep at 2:30PM<br />
<br />
*'''Social Media''' - Send articles, webinars, videos, general information, etc. for posting to Tori<br />
<br />
*'''Graphic Design Projects''' - Kayla<br />
<br />
*'''ATAP (AT3)''' - AT Reuse Activities, AT Database - Carolyn, Liz, Trish(support)<br />
**Webinar - Story Time: Pandemic Impact on AT Reuse Programs - Thursday July 22 at 3:00 PM - Completed!<br />
**Webinar - Revenue Models for AT Reuse – Wednesday August 11 – 3:00 PM<br />
<br />
*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach''' Check out the [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website] to learn more. - Carolyn and Liz<br />
<br />
*'''Webinars''' - WORK ACCESS series; Wired Wednesdays<br />
<br />
*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA''' - Outreach & Public Awareness - Carolyn, Liz<br />
**Submitted July report!<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase''' - Focus groups, trainings, webinars - Carolyn, Liz, Tori, Rachel, Sarah, Ben<br />
<br />
=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
<br />
K-12 Updates<br />
*Composing Year 3 Statement of Work for GaDOE<br />
*Actively supporting current K-12 deliverables<br />
**Current focus EdTrade soft launch & feedback<br />
**GaDOE Video Series – Year 2 – finishing touches<br />
**school year start up increase in requests<br />
*August 10, 2021 @ Direct Services Team Meeting – GaDOE refresh <br />
**AT Portal registration, links, AT Portal Guides<br />
**SRI Database & locating & searching for GaDOE information<br />
**Email examples/responses<br />
*Presentations <br />
**Core Vocabulary, September 14, 2021 3:00 -3:30 (DeeDee) – 3 / 3 in GaDOE Webinar Series for Year 2 <br />
**DeKalb County School Psychologist, September 15, 2021 (Gina) – TFL & GaDOE Partnership<br />
**Texthelp – request training rooms November 9 or 16, 2021 – Texthelp Talks – in person<br />
** Teachers of the Visually Impaired (TVI) Consortia, January 21, 2022 – TFL, GVRA & GaDOE Partnership presentation<br />
**Emory Autism Center – AT / AAC for the Neurodiversity Class (result of the Georgia College Transition Partnership Grant), date TBD<br />
*TFL AT Demos - virtual and face-to-face (we have a couple of upcoming face-to-face demos scheduled)<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''== <br />
<br />
*Device Demo 10/1/ 20- Present All Centers 89<br />
*Device Demos 10/1/20- Present TFL 14<br />
<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present All Centers 117<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present TFL 41<br />
<br />
*Device Reutilization 2417<br />
<br />
<br />
*Wired Wednesdays- July Naomi did an excellent review of built-in Microsoft OneNote and Accessibility features. Maria will be covering August Ciara is assisting with lining up someone for September and October.<br />
*Next DAS July 22nd, 1pm-2pm with Ciara and Martha with special guest Danny presenting on Funding, August 19th, 1pm-2pm will cover connectivity<br />
*Sal and Martha mailed out the 2nd shipment of AT for DAS. Referrals are slow and Sal is going to begin to cold call the regions. We have gotten great feedback from individuals who have received equipment.<br />
*Gina and Martha have scheduled some face-to-face demos in the office in August.<br />
*Network partners continue to reach out for AT guidance and/or setting up virtual meetings with their clients for AT solutions with TFL<br />
*Rachel, Sal, and Martha have turned in pre-recorded presentation for GGS Presentation on August 9th.<br />
<br />
=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (Johan)'''==<br />
<br />
2021-07-22 TFL<br />
=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (Johan)'''==<br />
<br />
*AccessGA <br />
** FY22 AccessGA Contract<br />
**Georgia Public Library Service<br />
**Dept. of Driver Services – technical assistance follow-up<br />
***technical assistance<br />
**Governor’s Mansion<br />
***Accessibility of 6-8 videos (working with captioning dept)<br />
<br />
*CDC Trainings<br />
*USG Initiatives<br />
**USG-HR employment application submitted<br />
***follow-up technical assistance underway<br />
**USG UDOIT initiative with Brightspace LMS<br />
***application accessibility evaluation<br />
***Technical assistance<br />
<br />
*VPAT for Koha 21.05 completed for the Equinox Open Library Initiative<br />
<br />
*ICT Summer Semester Course completed<br />
<br />
=='''AAC Labs (DeeDee)'''==<br />
* Setting up AAC Lab laptop<br />
* Display equipment has been received<br />
* Planning an office day to begin setting up displays and plan posters<br />
Display materials planned:<br />
* Device information <br />
* Posters/handouts on elements of AAC and Access (i.e., types of AAC devices, core words, switches, scanning access, etc.)<br />
* Handouts on implementation strategies, product information<br />
* Information on access from Pittsburg AAC Language Seminar - Karen Kangas<br />
* Model as a MASTER PAL<br />
<br />
=='''TFL & ADA 30th Celebration'''==<br />
<br />
*https://nationaldaycalendar.com/dyslexia-awareness-month-october/<br />
<br />
*Hashtags:<br />
#ThanksToTheADA <br />
#WhatCanYouDo #ChooseToInclude #Disability #ADA<br />
<br />
*November<br />
**Veterans<br />
***"Honor all who served - In times of war - In times of peace"<br />
<br />
**Publications & Fact Sheets<br />
*Veterans - ADA Fact Sheets & Publications from the ADA National Network<br />
*Veterans Resources from the Southeast ADA Center<br />
*Veterans & Families Resource List from ADA Live!<br />
*ADA Live! Episodes by Topic - veterans<br />
**Social Media<br />
#HONORINGVETS – Show your Support on Twitter<br />
**VAntage Point Blog from U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs<br />
**Greenlight a Vet Program and help show that every Veteran has a story<br />
<br />
*December<br />
**Shaping a Universal Future<br />
***National ADA Symposium - Save the Date! Registration opens in January.<br />
*Resources: International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD)<br />
*United Nations (UN)– International Day of Persons with Disabilities<br />
*Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD)<br />
<br />
**Sharing ADA Stories<br />
*StoryCorps & Disability Visibility Project<br />
*StoryCorps MobileBooth Tour<br />
**ADA Legacy Project - Preserve. Celebrate. Educate.<br />
<br />
=='''Open Enrollment begins October 21st!'''==<br />
*Open Enrollment for 2021 Benefits selection begins tomorrow October 21st and ends November 6th. This is an active enrollment - meaning '''you must log into the system and confirm your benefits even if no changes are being made.''' Additionally, '''you will need to certify you and your dependent(s) (age 18 and older) tobacco use status. Tobacco users will be charged $100 per month, per person for using tobacco products and system automatically defaults to tobacco user.''' <br />
**Open Enrollment Website - https://www.usg.edu/hr/benefits/2021_benefits/your_2021_benefits_centered_on_you<br />
**Virtual Benefits Fair - USG Benefits Fair – October 19th – October 23rd. This event will include live events daily & Vendor 1:1 chats between 10am – 2p. (This event replaces GT Benefits Fair) - https://usg.vfairs.com/<br />
**Benefits Comparison Guide - https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/benefits_docs/2021_Comparison_Guide_PDF.pdf<br />
<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# Complete your Open Enrollment for 2021 - 11/6<br />
# Complete Your GT Compliance - 11/17! <br />
# TH - Create and Share your Social Media posting plan for '''TFL's 30th & ADA's 30th'''.<br />
<br />
*'''S&E and Policy Synergies with Research Presentation Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
** Action: Send out PDF: CP<br />
** Action: TFL Team review & give Feedback<br />
<br />
*'''ACCESS for Aging Well Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
*'''AT Network Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
* '''AT Lending Library Issue'''<br />
**Action: Annabel will set up to Discuss & Resolve with Rachel<br />
<br />
* '''CDC/F Category 3''' <br />
**Action: Send out Announcements Nationally & Reminders - Tori<br />
<br />
*'''TFL Report to HHS | ACL & to Congress'''<br />
**Action: GaDOE Co-Op - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
**Action: CIDI S&E - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
<br />
*'''Ga DAS - Start Date/Nov. 19th Training'''<br />
**Action: CP will get info Jeni</div>Rsatterfield8http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_8/3/2021&diff=5972TFL Team Meeting - 8/3/20212021-08-02T15:30:57Z<p>Rsatterfield8: /* TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn) */</p>
<hr />
<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
<br />
*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
<br />
=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
<br />
1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
<br />
2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
<br />
3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
<br />
<br />
=Agenda=<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* ‘’’HR’’’<br />
** Critical Hire Process: AT Manager Position<br />
** Critical Hire Process: Training Position<br />
*'''Allocations'''<br />
**Make sure these are correct - any changes by 5pm today. <br />
* '''Projects:'''<br />
* GaDOE FY20 Co-PI Gina & FY 21 - Ben will be increasing his role to help Gina and me!<br />
* GVRA Contract FY 21 - Moving Forward - PI Ben & Co-PI's Martha and Zerrin<br />
* CDC Contract - NCE through Sept. 30, 2022.<br />
* HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** ISO & ICF!<br />
* AT3 - $50K - (May-August 31)<br />
* Georgia Division of Aging (DAS) - CARES Act - (April 2021 - End Sept. 30, 2021!)<br />
* 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
* Wireless RERC - $35K<br />
*'''Proposals:'''<br />
**GVRA Transition Website<br />
** GaDOE Year 3: Early Development <br />
<br />
* '''TFL Strategic Planning - Focused Sessions'''<br />
*Upcoming: <br />
**Direct Services - Martha<br />
** AAC Lab - DeeDee<br />
** AT Considerations - Gina<br />
** Leadership & Training - Liz<br />
** TFL Research - Ben<br />
** TFL into CIDI S&E Research - Zerrin<br />
** Wrap Up & Action Items - CP<br />
<br />
=='''Almost Complete!! CDC/F Trainings & Activities (Category 3) (Carolyn)'''==<br />
*'''COVID-19 Simplified Text 2-Minute Videos'''<br />
**Format: 5 Simplified Text Scripts for 2-minute videos<br />
*New CDCF Contract!<br />
*Vaccine Webinar #1<br />
*Vaccine Webinar #2<br />
<br />
=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates'''==<br />
'''Transition'''<br />
# Credit-Able - to FODAC!!<br />
# Physical files will still remain in Danny's office <br />
<br />
'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Credit-Able applications are on hold<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(1) - AT Services During & After the Covid-19 Pandemic<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(2) - Public Health: feature our work on CDC Project<br />
** Calls closed in June, Peer Review is in process<br />
<br />
'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT)''' <br />
* MoAT Small Bets project: <br />
** Created a web based working model of the AT Mastery Continuum tool<br />
** Thanks to John Rempel for providing an accessibility overview of our web based tool<br />
** Submitted a SMART TECH Report - paper documenting the Mastery of AT project and findings <br />
** Awaiting word on seed grant opportunity to continue work in K-12 area.<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS''' <br />
* Team has completed 2 focus groups on Mental Health Accommodations<br />
** Planning a third focus group this Thursday (8/5)to complete data collection<br />
* Resuming work on Workstations decision tree<br />
* Launching Validation Surveys for completed decision trees<br />
<br />
'''AT Network'''<br />
* Beginning the process of mapping categories of AT from the AbleData database to the ISO 9999 classifications<br />
* Team has been exploring how to leverage evaluations done by TFL to help "seed" database<br />
** Dee Dee & Ben have proposed a template with levels at which eval data might be accessed.<br />
** Also looking for PowerPoint presentations and papers to include in the database.<br />
<br />
'''Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Program (ITEP)'''<br />
*Instruction and Mentorship components have started<br />
*Contacting startups for externship<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
*Two articles proposed<br />
*Working with John, Guy, and Maureen<br />
<br />
<br />
'''NSF RCN - STEM BUILD Project with NCSU'''<br />
*Working with them as a Steering Committee member <br />
*Tactile Learning Materials in Science Education<br />
*Will be teaching UDL and designing 3D printed learning media <br />
<br />
<br />
'''USG BOR'''<br />
*Working with RACDSP group to add a section to the survey <br />
**Survey has been comleted<br />
*Will conduct focus group with the DSPs <br />
*Survey for the 2020-2021 will be disseminated after this meeting <br />
<br />
<br />
'''On the horizon'''<br />
*DAS-NWD Vaccine Project<br />
*GVRA<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
<br />
*'''Tools for Life'''<br />
<br />
**'''WELCOME KAYLA!'''<br />
**Data Reminder: Are you entering training and presentation data? Don't forget to include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures - Keep going! <br />
**Webinar archives - Are any of yours missing? - Tori continues to update and organize<br />
**TFL Website, wiki - Liz, Kayla, Tori and Shaina<br />
**Training plan - host more virtually - we're doing it!<br />
<br />
*'''GCDD Accessibility Grant - Universal Design for Learning and Plain Language - Awarded!'''<br />
**June to September 2021 - $13,000<br />
**Liz, Norah, Tori (Carolyn and Trish support)<br />
***Met with GCDD team to start plan for trainings and creating the plain language guide<br />
<br />
*'''Credits''' - Training Team <br />
**CEU's - Continuing Education Units approved and distributed by the AAC Institute<br />
**CRC's - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Credits approved and distributed by the Commissioner Rehabilitation Counselor Certification or CRCC <br />
***All applications '''must be submitted no later than 30 days before the live event.''' <br />
<br />
*'''CDC/CDC Foundation''' - Carolyn-PI, Liz-Co-PI, Trish-Project Support<br />
**COVID-19 Accessible Materials for Individuals with Disabilities<br />
***Planning for upcoming CDC trainings<br />
<br />
*'''Social Media''' - Send articles, webinars, videos, general information, etc. for posting to Tori<br />
<br />
*'''ATAP (AT3)''' - AT Reuse Activities, AT Database - Carolyn, Liz, Trish(support)<br />
**Webinar - Story Time: Pandemic Impact on AT Reuse Programs - Thursday July 22 at 3:00 PM<br />
**Webinar - Revenue Models for AT Reuse – Wednesday August 11 – 3:00 PM<br />
<br />
*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach''' Check out the [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website] to learn more. - Carolyn and Liz<br />
**APR - Completed! Thank you Rachel!<br />
<br />
*'''Webinars''' - ASK series; CDC series; Wired Wednesdays<br />
<br />
*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA''' - Outreach & Public Awareness - Carolyn, Liz<br />
**Submitted June report!<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase''' - Focus groups, trainings, webinars - Carolyn, Liz, Tori, Rachel, Sarah, Ben<br />
<br />
=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
<br />
K-12 Updates<br />
*Composing Year 3 Statement of Work for GaDOE<br />
**Current focus EdTrade soft launch & feedback<br />
**GaDOE Video Series – Year 2 <br />
***In production to meet contract timeline – <br />
***5 new videos <br />
****Note Taking<br />
****Aided Language Stimulation<br />
****Core Vocabulary<br />
****Executive Functioning<br />
****Accessible Educational Materials (AEM)<br />
***Tools for Life Georgia AT Program (YouTube Channel) <br />
*August 10, 2021 @ Direct Services Team Meeting – GaDOE refresh <br />
**AT Portal registration, links, AT Portal Guides<br />
**SRI Database & locating & searching for GaDOE information<br />
**Email examples/responses<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''== <br />
<br />
*Device Demo 10/1/ 20- Present All Centers 89<br />
*Device Demos 10/1/20- Present TFL 14<br />
<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present All Centers 117<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present TFL 41<br />
<br />
*Device Reutilization 2417<br />
<br />
<br />
*Wired Wednesdays- July Naomi did an excellent review of built-in Microsoft OneNote and Accessibility features. Maria will be covering August Ciara is assisting with lining up someone for September and October.<br />
*Next DAS July 22nd, 1pm-2pm with Ciara and Martha with special guest Danny presenting on Funding, August 19th, 1pm-2pm will cover connectivity<br />
*Sal and Martha mailed out the 2nd shipment of AT for DAS. Referrals are slow and Sal is going to begin to cold call the regions. We have gotten great feedback from individuals who have received equipment.<br />
*Gina and Martha have scheduled some face-to-face demos in the office in August.<br />
*Network partners continue to reach out for AT guidance and/or setting up virtual meetings with their clients for AT solutions with TFL<br />
*Rachel, Sal, and Martha have turned in pre-recorded presentation for GGS Presentation on August 9th.<br />
<br />
=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (Johan)'''==<br />
<br />
2021-07-22 TFL<br />
=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (Johan)'''==<br />
<br />
*AccessGA <br />
** FY22 AccessGA Contract<br />
**Georgia Public Library Service<br />
**Dept. of Driver Services – technical assistance follow-up<br />
***technical assistance<br />
**Governor’s Mansion<br />
***Accessibility of 6-8 videos (working with captioning dept)<br />
<br />
*CDC Trainings<br />
*USG Initiatives<br />
**USG-HR employment application submitted<br />
***follow-up technical assistance underway<br />
**USG UDOIT initiative with Brightspace LMS<br />
***application accessibility evaluation<br />
***Technical assistance<br />
<br />
*VPAT for Koha 21.05 completed for the Equinox Open Library Initiative<br />
<br />
*ICT Summer Semester Course completed<br />
<br />
=='''AAC Labs (DeeDee)'''==<br />
* Setting up AAC Lab laptop<br />
* Display equipment has been received<br />
* Planning an office day to begin setting up displays and plan posters<br />
Display materials planned:<br />
* Device information <br />
* Posters/handouts on elements of AAC and Access (i.e., types of AAC devices, core words, switches, scanning access, etc.)<br />
* Handouts on implementation strategies, product information<br />
* Information on access from Pittsburg AAC Language Seminar - Karen Kangas<br />
* Model as a MASTER PAL<br />
<br />
=='''TFL & ADA 30th Celebration'''==<br />
<br />
*https://nationaldaycalendar.com/dyslexia-awareness-month-october/<br />
<br />
*Hashtags:<br />
#ThanksToTheADA <br />
#WhatCanYouDo #ChooseToInclude #Disability #ADA<br />
<br />
*November<br />
**Veterans<br />
***"Honor all who served - In times of war - In times of peace"<br />
<br />
**Publications & Fact Sheets<br />
*Veterans - ADA Fact Sheets & Publications from the ADA National Network<br />
*Veterans Resources from the Southeast ADA Center<br />
*Veterans & Families Resource List from ADA Live!<br />
*ADA Live! Episodes by Topic - veterans<br />
**Social Media<br />
#HONORINGVETS – Show your Support on Twitter<br />
**VAntage Point Blog from U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs<br />
**Greenlight a Vet Program and help show that every Veteran has a story<br />
<br />
*December<br />
**Shaping a Universal Future<br />
***National ADA Symposium - Save the Date! Registration opens in January.<br />
*Resources: International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD)<br />
*United Nations (UN)– International Day of Persons with Disabilities<br />
*Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD)<br />
<br />
**Sharing ADA Stories<br />
*StoryCorps & Disability Visibility Project<br />
*StoryCorps MobileBooth Tour<br />
**ADA Legacy Project - Preserve. Celebrate. Educate.<br />
<br />
=='''Open Enrollment begins October 21st!'''==<br />
*Open Enrollment for 2021 Benefits selection begins tomorrow October 21st and ends November 6th. This is an active enrollment - meaning '''you must log into the system and confirm your benefits even if no changes are being made.''' Additionally, '''you will need to certify you and your dependent(s) (age 18 and older) tobacco use status. Tobacco users will be charged $100 per month, per person for using tobacco products and system automatically defaults to tobacco user.''' <br />
**Open Enrollment Website - https://www.usg.edu/hr/benefits/2021_benefits/your_2021_benefits_centered_on_you<br />
**Virtual Benefits Fair - USG Benefits Fair – October 19th – October 23rd. This event will include live events daily & Vendor 1:1 chats between 10am – 2p. (This event replaces GT Benefits Fair) - https://usg.vfairs.com/<br />
**Benefits Comparison Guide - https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/benefits_docs/2021_Comparison_Guide_PDF.pdf<br />
<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# Complete your Open Enrollment for 2021 - 11/6<br />
# Complete Your GT Compliance - 11/17! <br />
# TH - Create and Share your Social Media posting plan for '''TFL's 30th & ADA's 30th'''.<br />
<br />
*'''S&E and Policy Synergies with Research Presentation Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
** Action: Send out PDF: CP<br />
** Action: TFL Team review & give Feedback<br />
<br />
*'''ACCESS for Aging Well Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
*'''AT Network Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
* '''AT Lending Library Issue'''<br />
**Action: Annabel will set up to Discuss & Resolve with Rachel<br />
<br />
* '''CDC/F Category 3''' <br />
**Action: Send out Announcements Nationally & Reminders - Tori<br />
<br />
*'''TFL Report to HHS | ACL & to Congress'''<br />
**Action: GaDOE Co-Op - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
**Action: CIDI S&E - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
<br />
*'''Ga DAS - Start Date/Nov. 19th Training'''<br />
**Action: CP will get info Jeni</div>Rsatterfield8http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_7/20/2021&diff=5958TFL Team Meeting - 7/20/20212021-07-19T16:09:26Z<p>Rsatterfield8: /* TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn) */</p>
<hr />
<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
<br />
*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
<br />
=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
<br />
1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
<br />
2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
<br />
3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
<br />
<br />
=Agenda=<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* ‘’’HR’’’<br />
** Critical Hire Process: AT Manager Position<br />
** Critical Hire Process: Training Position<br />
*'''Allocations'''<br />
**Make sure these are correct - any changes by 5pm today. <br />
* '''Projects:'''<br />
* GaDOE FY20 Co-PI Gina & FY 21 - Ben will be increasing his role to help Gina and me!<br />
* GVRA Contract FY 21 - Moving Forward - PI Ben & Co-PI's Martha and Zerrin<br />
* CDC Contract - NCE through Sept. 30, 2022.<br />
* HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** ISO & ICF!<br />
* AT3 - $50K - (May-August 31)<br />
* Georgia Division of Aging (DAS) - CARES Act - (April 2021 - End Sept. 30, 2021!)<br />
* 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
* Wireless RERC - $35K<br />
*'''Proposals:'''<br />
**GVRA Transition Website<br />
** GaDOE Year 3: Early Development <br />
<br />
* '''TFL Strategic Planning - Focused Sessions'''<br />
*Upcoming: <br />
**Direct Services - Martha<br />
** AAC Lab - DeeDee<br />
** AT Considerations - Gina<br />
** Leadership & Training - Liz<br />
** TFL Research - Ben<br />
** TFL into CIDI S&E Research - Zerrin<br />
** Wrap Up & Action Items - CP<br />
<br />
=='''Almost Complete!! CDC/F Trainings & Activities (Category 3) (Carolyn)'''==<br />
*'''COVID-19 Simplified Text 2-Minute Videos'''<br />
**Format: 5 Simplified Text Scripts for 2-minute videos<br />
*New CDCF Contract!<br />
*Vaccine Webinar #1<br />
*Vaccine Webinar #2<br />
<br />
=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates'''==<br />
'''Transition'''<br />
# Credit-Able - to FODAC!!<br />
# Physical files will still remain in Danny's office <br />
<br />
'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Credit-Able applications are on hold<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(1) - AT Services During & After the Covid-19 Pandemic<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(2) - Public Health: feature our work on CDC Project<br />
** Calls closed in June, Peer Review is in process<br />
<br />
'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT)''' <br />
* MoAT Small Bets project: <br />
** Created a web based working model of the AT Mastery Continuum tool<br />
** Thanks to John Rempel for providing an accessibility overview of our web based tool<br />
** Working on a paper documenting the small bests project and findings to date<br />
** Awaiting word on seed grant opportunity to continue work in K-12 area.<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS''' <br />
* Team has completed 2 focus groups on Mental Health Accommodations<br />
** Considering a third focus group to complete data collection<br />
* Resuming work on Workstations decision tree<br />
* Launching Validation Surveys for completed decision trees<br />
<br />
'''AT Network'''<br />
* Team has been exploring how to leverage evaluations done by TFL to help "seed" database<br />
** Dee Dee & Ben have proposed a template with levels at which eval data might be accessed.<br />
** Also looking for PowerPoint presentations and papers to include in the database.<br />
<br />
'''Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Program (ITEP)'''<br />
*Instruction and Mentorship components have started<br />
*Contacting startups for externship<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
*Two articles proposed<br />
*Working with John, Guy, and Maureen<br />
<br />
<br />
'''NSF RCN - STEM BUILD Project with NCSU'''<br />
*Working with them as a Steering Committee member <br />
*Tactile Learning Materials in Science Education<br />
*Will be teaching UDL and designing 3D printed learning media <br />
<br />
<br />
'''USG BOR'''<br />
*Working with RACDSP group to add a section to the survey <br />
**Survey has been comleted<br />
*Will conduct focus group with the DSPs <br />
*Survey for the 2020-2021 will be disseminated after this meeting <br />
<br />
<br />
'''On the horizon'''<br />
*DAS-NWD Vaccine Project<br />
*GVRA<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
<br />
*'''Tools for Life'''<br />
<br />
**'''WELCOME KAYLA!'''<br />
**Data Reminder: Are you entering training and presentation data? Don't forget to include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures - Keep going! <br />
**Webinar archives - Are any of yours missing? - Tori continues to update and organize<br />
**TFL Website, wiki - Liz, Kayla, Tori and Shaina<br />
**Training plan - host more virtually - we're doing it!<br />
<br />
*'''GCDD Accessibility Grant - Universal Design for Learning and Plain Language - Awarded!'''<br />
**June to September 2021 - $13,000<br />
**Liz, Norah, Tori (Carolyn and Trish support)<br />
***Met with GCDD team to start plan for trainings and creating the plain language guide<br />
<br />
*'''Credits''' - Training Team <br />
**CEU's - Continuing Education Units approved and distributed by the AAC Institute<br />
**CRC's - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Credits approved and distributed by the Commissioner Rehabilitation Counselor Certification or CRCC <br />
***All applications '''must be submitted no later than 30 days before the live event.''' <br />
<br />
*'''CDC/CDC Foundation''' - Carolyn-PI, Liz-Co-PI, Trish-Project Support<br />
**COVID-19 Accessible Materials for Individuals with Disabilities<br />
***Planning for upcoming CDC trainings<br />
<br />
*'''Social Media''' - Send articles, webinars, videos, general information, etc. for posting to Tori<br />
<br />
*'''ATAP (AT3)''' - AT Reuse Activities, AT Database - Carolyn, Liz, Trish(support)<br />
**Webinar - Story Time: Pandemic Impact on AT Reuse Programs - Thursday July 22 at 3:00 PM<br />
**Webinar - Revenue Models for AT Reuse – Wednesday August 11 – 3:00 PM<br />
<br />
*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach''' Check out the [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website] to learn more. - Carolyn and Liz<br />
**APR - Completed! Thank you Rachel!<br />
<br />
*'''Webinars''' - ASK series; CDC series; Wired Wednesdays<br />
<br />
*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA''' - Outreach & Public Awareness - Carolyn, Liz<br />
**Submitted June report!<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase''' - Focus groups, trainings, webinars - Carolyn, Liz, Tori, Rachel, Sarah, Ben<br />
<br />
=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
<br />
*EdTrade – has gone live and we are getting ready for the first district to begin using it in the upcoming days<br />
**statewide rollout fall 2021<br />
**not open to the general public<br />
**only authenticated users will be able to log in<br />
**no “open” registration so to speak – special education directors will automatically receive log-in information, they will assign users in their school district<br />
***EdTrade Roles – AT Inventory Administrator, AT Inventory Manager, Basic User<br />
**one account per district, if a director leaves, we will change the information from our office – so we don’t end up with multiple district accounts<br />
**4 transactions: borrow/loan, buy/sell, exchange/trade/swap, donate/give – <br />
**reuse database also inventory management tool for districts – before any equipment can be listed for a transaction, it must be listed as an asset in the district’s inventory<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''== <br />
<br />
*Device Demo 10/1/ 20- Present All Centers 71<br />
*Device Demos 10/1/20- Present TFL 12<br />
<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present All Centers 78<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present TFL 20<br />
<br />
*Device Reutilization 1472<br />
<br />
<br />
*Wired Wednesdays- July and August will be completed by WATAP. Ciara is assisting with lining up someone for September and October.<br />
*Next DAS July 22nd, 1pm-2pm, August 19th, 1pm-2pm- June's training went well with 50 ppl attending.<br />
*First shipments of AT and AT Assessments for DAS have been delivered (2 assessments and 4 with AT) Working with 4 new individuals. 2 have been contacted and in the process of ordering equipment and others have left messages.<br />
*Network partners continue to reach out for AT guidance and/or setting up virtual meetings with their clients for AT solutions with TFL<br />
*ADRC Virtual Conference- Sal and Martha attended and presented- excellent attendance (we think over 300) for the presentation<br />
*Rachel, Sal, and Martha have turned in pre-recorded presentation for GGS Presentation on August 9th.<br />
<br />
=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (Johan)'''==<br />
<br />
*AccessGA <br />
** FY22 AccessGA Contract<br />
**Georgia Public Library Service<br />
**Dept. of Driver Services – technical assistance follow-up<br />
***technical assistance<br />
**AccessGA webinar: Living and Thriving with a Disability - First-Hand Accounts from Three People<br />
**Governor’s Mansion<br />
***Accessibility of 6-8 videos (working with captioning dept)<br />
<br />
*ATOB Article on Needs Assessment of Braille submitted<br />
<br />
*USG Initiatives<br />
**USG-HR employment application-underway<br />
***application accessibility evaluation<br />
***Technical assistance<br />
**USG UDOIT initiative with Brightspace LMS<br />
***sponsored project submitted as no cost extension<br />
***application accessibility evaluation<br />
***Technical assistance<br />
<br />
*VPAT for Koha 21.05 through the Equinox Open Library Initiative<br />
<br />
*ICT Summer Semester Course<br />
<br />
=='''AAC Labs (DeeDee)'''==<br />
* Setting up AAC Lab laptop<br />
* Display equipment has been received<br />
* Planning an office day to begin setting up displays and plan posters<br />
Display materials planned:<br />
* Device information <br />
* Posters/handouts on elements of AAC and Access (i.e., types of AAC devices, core words, switches, scanning access, etc.)<br />
* Handouts on implementation strategies, product information<br />
* Information on access from Pittsburg AAC Language Seminar - Karen Kangas<br />
<br />
=='''TFL & ADA 30th Celebration'''==<br />
<br />
*https://nationaldaycalendar.com/dyslexia-awareness-month-october/<br />
<br />
*Hashtags:<br />
#ThanksToTheADA <br />
#WhatCanYouDo #ChooseToInclude #Disability #ADA<br />
<br />
*November<br />
**Veterans<br />
***"Honor all who served - In times of war - In times of peace"<br />
<br />
**Publications & Fact Sheets<br />
*Veterans - ADA Fact Sheets & Publications from the ADA National Network<br />
*Veterans Resources from the Southeast ADA Center<br />
*Veterans & Families Resource List from ADA Live!<br />
*ADA Live! Episodes by Topic - veterans<br />
**Social Media<br />
#HONORINGVETS – Show your Support on Twitter<br />
**VAntage Point Blog from U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs<br />
**Greenlight a Vet Program and help show that every Veteran has a story<br />
<br />
*December<br />
**Shaping a Universal Future<br />
***National ADA Symposium - Save the Date! Registration opens in January.<br />
*Resources: International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD)<br />
*United Nations (UN)– International Day of Persons with Disabilities<br />
*Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD)<br />
<br />
**Sharing ADA Stories<br />
*StoryCorps & Disability Visibility Project<br />
*StoryCorps MobileBooth Tour<br />
**ADA Legacy Project - Preserve. Celebrate. Educate.<br />
<br />
=='''Open Enrollment begins October 21st!'''==<br />
*Open Enrollment for 2021 Benefits selection begins tomorrow October 21st and ends November 6th. This is an active enrollment - meaning '''you must log into the system and confirm your benefits even if no changes are being made.''' Additionally, '''you will need to certify you and your dependent(s) (age 18 and older) tobacco use status. Tobacco users will be charged $100 per month, per person for using tobacco products and system automatically defaults to tobacco user.''' <br />
**Open Enrollment Website - https://www.usg.edu/hr/benefits/2021_benefits/your_2021_benefits_centered_on_you<br />
**Virtual Benefits Fair - USG Benefits Fair – October 19th – October 23rd. This event will include live events daily & Vendor 1:1 chats between 10am – 2p. (This event replaces GT Benefits Fair) - https://usg.vfairs.com/<br />
**Benefits Comparison Guide - https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/benefits_docs/2021_Comparison_Guide_PDF.pdf<br />
<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# Complete your Open Enrollment for 2021 - 11/6<br />
# Complete Your GT Compliance - 11/17! <br />
# TH - Create and Share your Social Media posting plan for '''TFL's 30th & ADA's 30th'''.<br />
<br />
*'''S&E and Policy Synergies with Research Presentation Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
** Action: Send out PDF: CP<br />
** Action: TFL Team review & give Feedback<br />
<br />
*'''ACCESS for Aging Well Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
*'''AT Network Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
* '''AT Lending Library Issue'''<br />
**Action: Annabel will set up to Discuss & Resolve with Rachel<br />
<br />
* '''CDC/F Category 3''' <br />
**Action: Send out Announcements Nationally & Reminders - Tori<br />
<br />
*'''TFL Report to HHS | ACL & to Congress'''<br />
**Action: GaDOE Co-Op - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
**Action: CIDI S&E - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
<br />
*'''Ga DAS - Start Date/Nov. 19th Training'''<br />
**Action: CP will get info Jeni</div>Rsatterfield8http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_7/20/2021&diff=5956TFL Team Meeting - 7/20/20212021-07-19T15:49:41Z<p>Rsatterfield8: /* TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn) */</p>
<hr />
<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
<br />
*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
<br />
=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
<br />
1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
<br />
2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
<br />
3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
<br />
<br />
=Agenda=<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* ‘’’HR’’’<br />
** Critical Hire Process: AT Manager Position<br />
** Critical Hire Process: Training Position<br />
*'''Allocations'''<br />
**Make sure these are correct - any changes by 5pm today. <br />
* '''Projects:'''<br />
* GaDOE FY20 Co-PI Gina & FY 21 - Ben will be increasing his role to help Gina and me!<br />
* GVRA Contract FY 21 - Moving Forward - PI Ben & Co-PI's Martha and Zerrin<br />
* CDC Contract - NCE through Sept. 30, 2022.<br />
* HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** ISO & ICF!<br />
* AT3 - $50K - (May-August 31)<br />
* Georgia Division of Aging (DAS) - CARES Act - (April 2021 - End Sept. 30, 2021!)<br />
* 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
* Wireless RERC - $35K<br />
*'''Proposals:'''<br />
**GVRA Transition Website<br />
** GaDOE Year 3: Early Development <br />
<br />
* '''TFL Strategic Planning - Focused Sessions'''<br />
*Upcoming: <br />
**Direct Services - Martha<br />
** AAC Lab - DeeDee<br />
** AT Considerations - Gina<br />
** Leadership & Training - Liz<br />
** TFL Research - Ben<br />
** TFL into CIDI S&E Research - Zerrin<br />
** Wrap Up & Action Items - CP<br />
<br />
=='''Almost Complete!! CDC/F Trainings & Activities (Category 3) (Carolyn)'''==<br />
*'''COVID-19 Simplified Text 2-Minute Videos'''<br />
**Format: 5 Simplified Text Scripts for 2-minute videos<br />
*New CDCF Contract!<br />
*Vaccine Webinar #1<br />
*Vaccine Webinar #2<br />
<br />
=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates'''==<br />
'''Transition'''<br />
# Credit-Able - to FODAC!!<br />
# Physical files will still remain in Danny's office <br />
<br />
'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Credit-Able applications are on hold<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(1) - AT Services During & After the Covid-19 Pandemic<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(2) - Public Health: feature our work on CDC Project<br />
** Calls closed in June, Peer Review is in process<br />
<br />
'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT)''' <br />
* MoAT Small Bets project: <br />
** Created a web based working model of the AT Mastery Continuum tool<br />
** Thanks to John Rempel for providing an accessibility overview of our web based tool<br />
** Working on a paper documenting the small bests project and findings to date<br />
** Awaiting word on seed grant opportunity to continue work in K-12 area.<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS''' <br />
* Team has completed 2 focus groups on Mental Health Accommodations<br />
** Considering a third focus group to complete data collection<br />
* Resuming work on Workstations decision tree<br />
* Launching Validation Surveys for completed decision trees<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Program (ITEP)'''<br />
*Instruction and Mentorship components have started<br />
*Contacting startups for externship<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
*Two articles proposed<br />
*Working with John, Guy, and Maureen<br />
<br />
<br />
'''NSF RCN - STEM BUILD Project with NCSU'''<br />
*Working with them as a Steering Committee member <br />
*Tactile Learning Materials in Science Education<br />
*Will be teaching UDL and designing 3D printed learning media <br />
<br />
<br />
'''USG BOR'''<br />
*Working with RACDSP group to add a section to the survey <br />
**Survey has been comleted<br />
*Will conduct focus group with the DSPs <br />
*Survey for the 2020-2021 will be disseminated after this meeting <br />
<br />
<br />
'''On the horizon'''<br />
*DAS-NWD Vaccine Project<br />
*GVRA<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
<br />
*'''Tools for Life'''<br />
<br />
**'''WELCOME KAYLA!'''<br />
**Data Reminder: Are you entering training and presentation data? Don't forget to include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures - Keep going! <br />
**Webinar archives - Are any of yours missing? - Tori continues to update and organize<br />
**TFL Website, wiki - Liz, Kayla, Tori and Shaina<br />
**Training plan - host more virtually - we're doing it!<br />
<br />
*'''GCDD Accessibility Grant - Universal Design for Learning and Plain Language - Awarded!'''<br />
**June to September 2021 - $13,000<br />
**Liz, Norah, Tori (Carolyn and Trish support)<br />
***Met with GCDD team to start plan for trainings and creating the plain language guide<br />
<br />
*'''Credits''' - Training Team <br />
**CEU's - Continuing Education Units approved and distributed by the AAC Institute<br />
**CRC's - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Credits approved and distributed by the Commissioner Rehabilitation Counselor Certification or CRCC <br />
***All applications '''must be submitted no later than 30 days before the live event.''' <br />
<br />
*'''CDC/CDC Foundation''' - Carolyn-PI, Liz-Co-PI, Trish-Project Support<br />
**COVID-19 Accessible Materials for Individuals with Disabilities<br />
***Planning for upcoming CDC trainings<br />
<br />
*'''Social Media''' - Send articles, webinars, videos, general information, etc. for posting to Tori<br />
<br />
*'''ATAP (AT3)''' - AT Reuse Activities, AT Database - Carolyn, Liz, Trish(support)<br />
**Webinar - Story Time: Pandemic Impact on AT Reuse Programs - Thursday July 22 at 3:00 PM<br />
**Webinar - Revenue Models for AT Reuse – Wednesday August 11 – 3:00 PM<br />
<br />
*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach''' Check out the [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website] to learn more. - Carolyn and Liz<br />
**APR - Completed! Thank you Rachel!<br />
<br />
*'''Webinars''' - ASK series; CDC series; Wired Wednesdays<br />
<br />
*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA''' - Outreach & Public Awareness - Carolyn, Liz<br />
**Submitted June report!<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase''' - Focus groups, trainings, webinars - Carolyn, Liz, Tori, Rachel, Sarah, Ben<br />
<br />
=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
<br />
*EdTrade – has gone live and we are getting ready for the first district to begin using it in the upcoming days<br />
**statewide rollout fall 2021<br />
**not open to the general public<br />
**only authenticated users will be able to log in<br />
**no “open” registration so to speak – special education directors will automatically receive log-in information, they will assign users in their school district<br />
***EdTrade Roles – AT Inventory Administrator, AT Inventory Manager, Basic User<br />
**one account per district, if a director leaves, we will change the information from our office – so we don’t end up with multiple district accounts<br />
**4 transactions: borrow/loan, buy/sell, exchange/trade/swap, donate/give – <br />
**reuse database also inventory management tool for districts – before any equipment can be listed for a transaction, it must be listed as an asset in the district’s inventory<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''== <br />
<br />
*Device Demo 10/1/ 20- Present All Centers 71<br />
*Device Demos 10/1/20- Present TFL 12<br />
<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present All Centers 78<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present TFL 20<br />
<br />
*Device Reutilization 1472<br />
<br />
<br />
*Wired Wednesdays- July and August will be completed by WATAP. Ciara is assisting with lining up someone for September and October.<br />
*Next DAS July 22nd, 1pm-2pm, August 19th, 1pm-2pm- June's training went well with 50 ppl attending.<br />
*First shipments of AT and AT Assessments for DAS have been delivered (2 assessments and 4 with AT) Working with 4 new individuals. 2 have been contacted and in the process of ordering equipment and others have left messages.<br />
*Network partners continue to reach out for AT guidance and/or setting up virtual meetings with their clients for AT solutions with TFL<br />
*ADRC Virtual Conference- Sal and Martha attended and presented- excellent attendance (we think over 300) for the presentation<br />
*Rachel, Sal, and Martha have turned in pre-recorded presentation for GGS Presentation on August 9th.<br />
<br />
=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (Johan)'''==<br />
<br />
*AccessGA <br />
** FY22 AccessGA Contract<br />
**Georgia Public Library Service<br />
**Dept. of Driver Services – technical assistance follow-up<br />
***technical assistance<br />
**AccessGA webinar: Living and Thriving with a Disability - First-Hand Accounts from Three People<br />
**Governor’s Mansion<br />
***Accessibility of 6-8 videos (working with captioning dept)<br />
<br />
*ATOB Article on Needs Assessment of Braille submitted<br />
<br />
*USG Initiatives<br />
**USG-HR employment application-underway<br />
***application accessibility evaluation<br />
***Technical assistance<br />
**USG UDOIT initiative with Brightspace LMS<br />
***sponsored project submitted as no cost extension<br />
***application accessibility evaluation<br />
***Technical assistance<br />
<br />
*VPAT for Koha 21.05 through the Equinox Open Library Initiative<br />
<br />
*ICT Summer Semester Course<br />
<br />
=='''AAC Labs (DeeDee)'''==<br />
* Setting up AAC Lab laptop<br />
* Display equipment has been received<br />
* Planning an office day to begin setting up displays and plan posters<br />
Display materials planned:<br />
* Device information <br />
* Posters/handouts on elements of AAC and Access (i.e., types of AAC devices, core words, switches, scanning access, etc.)<br />
* Handouts on implementation strategies, product information<br />
<br />
=='''TFL & ADA 30th Celebration'''==<br />
<br />
*https://nationaldaycalendar.com/dyslexia-awareness-month-october/<br />
<br />
*Hashtags:<br />
#ThanksToTheADA <br />
#WhatCanYouDo #ChooseToInclude #Disability #ADA<br />
<br />
*November<br />
**Veterans<br />
***"Honor all who served - In times of war - In times of peace"<br />
<br />
**Publications & Fact Sheets<br />
*Veterans - ADA Fact Sheets & Publications from the ADA National Network<br />
*Veterans Resources from the Southeast ADA Center<br />
*Veterans & Families Resource List from ADA Live!<br />
*ADA Live! Episodes by Topic - veterans<br />
**Social Media<br />
#HONORINGVETS – Show your Support on Twitter<br />
**VAntage Point Blog from U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs<br />
**Greenlight a Vet Program and help show that every Veteran has a story<br />
<br />
*December<br />
**Shaping a Universal Future<br />
***National ADA Symposium - Save the Date! Registration opens in January.<br />
*Resources: International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD)<br />
*United Nations (UN)– International Day of Persons with Disabilities<br />
*Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD)<br />
<br />
**Sharing ADA Stories<br />
*StoryCorps & Disability Visibility Project<br />
*StoryCorps MobileBooth Tour<br />
**ADA Legacy Project - Preserve. Celebrate. Educate.<br />
<br />
=='''Open Enrollment begins October 21st!'''==<br />
*Open Enrollment for 2021 Benefits selection begins tomorrow October 21st and ends November 6th. This is an active enrollment - meaning '''you must log into the system and confirm your benefits even if no changes are being made.''' Additionally, '''you will need to certify you and your dependent(s) (age 18 and older) tobacco use status. Tobacco users will be charged $100 per month, per person for using tobacco products and system automatically defaults to tobacco user.''' <br />
**Open Enrollment Website - https://www.usg.edu/hr/benefits/2021_benefits/your_2021_benefits_centered_on_you<br />
**Virtual Benefits Fair - USG Benefits Fair – October 19th – October 23rd. This event will include live events daily & Vendor 1:1 chats between 10am – 2p. (This event replaces GT Benefits Fair) - https://usg.vfairs.com/<br />
**Benefits Comparison Guide - https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/benefits_docs/2021_Comparison_Guide_PDF.pdf<br />
<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# Complete your Open Enrollment for 2021 - 11/6<br />
# Complete Your GT Compliance - 11/17! <br />
# TH - Create and Share your Social Media posting plan for '''TFL's 30th & ADA's 30th'''.<br />
<br />
*'''S&E and Policy Synergies with Research Presentation Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
** Action: Send out PDF: CP<br />
** Action: TFL Team review & give Feedback<br />
<br />
*'''ACCESS for Aging Well Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
*'''AT Network Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
* '''AT Lending Library Issue'''<br />
**Action: Annabel will set up to Discuss & Resolve with Rachel<br />
<br />
* '''CDC/F Category 3''' <br />
**Action: Send out Announcements Nationally & Reminders - Tori<br />
<br />
*'''TFL Report to HHS | ACL & to Congress'''<br />
**Action: GaDOE Co-Op - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
**Action: CIDI S&E - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
<br />
*'''Ga DAS - Start Date/Nov. 19th Training'''<br />
**Action: CP will get info Jeni</div>Rsatterfield8http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_7/6/2021&diff=5943TFL Team Meeting - 7/6/20212021-07-06T12:57:54Z<p>Rsatterfield8: /* TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn) */</p>
<hr />
<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
<br />
*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
<br />
=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
<br />
1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
<br />
2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
<br />
3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
<br />
<br />
=Agenda=<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* ‘’’HR’’’<br />
** Critical Hire Process: AT Manager Position<br />
** Critical Hire Process: Training Position<br />
** ADA Accommodation - COVID-19<br />
* TFL FY21 - GR00008119 Worktag<br />
*AT Lab - <br />
**Met & Planning <br />
* '''Projects:'''<br />
* AT3 - $50K - (Start MAY-August 31)<br />
* Georgia Division of Aging (DAS) - CARES Act - SIGNED! (Start Date April 2021 - End Sept. 30, 2021!)<br />
* GaDOE FY20 Co-PI Gina & FY 21 - Ben will be increasing his role to help Gina and me!<br />
* GVRA Contract FY 21 - Moving Forward - PI Ben & Co-PI's Martha and Zerrin<br />
* CDC Contract (12 Mths) - Co-PIs Liz - NCE through Sept. 30.<br />
* HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** ISO & ICF!<br />
* 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
* Wireless RERC - $35K<br />
*'''Proposals:'''<br />
** Ga DAS - COVID-19 Hesitancy & Equity Research & Dissemination: Submitted<br />
** GaDOE Year 3: Early Development <br />
<br />
* '''TFL Strategic Planning - Focused Sessions'''<br />
*Upcoming: <br />
**Direct Services - Martha<br />
** AAC Lab - DeeDee<br />
** AT Considerations - Gina<br />
** Leadership & Training - Liz<br />
** TFL Research - Ben<br />
** TFL into CIDI S&E Research - Zerrin<br />
** Wrap Up & Action Items - CP<br />
<br />
=='''Almost Complete!! CDC/F Trainings & Activities (Category 3) (Carolyn)'''==<br />
*'''COVID-19 Simplified Text 2-Minute Videos'''<br />
**Format: 5 Simplified Text Scripts for 2-minute videos<br />
*New CDCF Contract!<br />
*Vaccine Webinar #1<br />
*Vaccine Webinar #2<br />
<br />
=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates'''==<br />
'''Transition'''<br />
# Credit-Able - to FODAC!!<br />
# Physical files will still remain in Danny's office <br />
<br />
'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Credit-Able applications are on hold<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(2) - Public Health: feature our work on CDC Project<br />
** Now 13 articles proposed - call closed in June, Peer Review is in process<br />
<br />
'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT)''' <br />
* MoAT Small Bets project: <br />
** Created a web based working model of the AT Mastery Continuum tool<br />
** Working on a paper documenting the small bests project and findings to date<br />
<br />
'''Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Program (ITEP)'''<br />
*Instruction and Mentorship components have started<br />
*Contacting startups for externship<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
*Two articles proposed<br />
*Working with John, Guy, and Maureen<br />
<br />
<br />
'''NSF RCN - STEM BUILD Project with NCSU'''<br />
*Working with them as a Steering Committee member <br />
*Tactile Learning Materials in Science Education<br />
*Will be teaching UDL and designing 3D printed learning media <br />
<br />
<br />
'''USG BOR'''<br />
*Working with RACDSP group to add a section to the survey <br />
**Survey has been comleted<br />
*Will conduct focus group with the DSPs <br />
*Survey for the 2020-2021 will be disseminated after this meeting <br />
<br />
<br />
'''On the horizon'''<br />
*DAS-NWD Vaccine Project<br />
*GVRA<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
<br />
*'''Tools for Life'''<br />
**Data Reminder: Are you entering training and presentation data? Don't forget to include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures - Keep going! <br />
**Webinar archives - Tori continues to update and organize<br />
**TFL Website, wiki - Liz, Tori<br />
**Training plan - host more virtually <br />
**Vaccine Information Collaborative for People with Disabilities and Older Adults - Please share the Accessible Fact Sheet [https://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=COVID-19_Accessible_Vaccine_Experience here] - Carolyn, Liz, Trish<br />
<br />
*'''GCDD Accessibility Grant - Universal Design for Learning and Plain Language - Awarded!'''<br />
**June to September 2021 - $10,000<br />
**Liz, Norah, Tori (Carolyn and Trish support)<br />
<br />
*'''Credits''' - Training Team <br />
**CEU's - Continuing Education Units approved and distributed by the AAC Institute<br />
**CRC's - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Credits approved and distributed by the Commissioner Rehabilitation Counselor Certification or CRCC <br />
***All applications '''must be submitted no later than 30 days before the live event.''' <br />
<br />
*'''CDC/CDC Foundation''' - Carolyn-PI, Liz-Co-PI, Trish-Project Support<br />
**COVID-19 Accessible Materials for Individuals with Disabilities<br />
***Dissemination - Please continue to share any announcements related to the project! -(Liz, Tori, Shaina, AAHD)<br />
***Vaccine Webinars and Caregivers - Rebroadcast on June 16 from 3:00PM to 4:00PM ET<br />
<br />
*'''Social Media''' - Send articles, webinars, videos, general information, etc. for posting to Tori<br />
<br />
*'''ATAP (AT3)''' - AT Reuse Activities, AT Database - Carolyn, Liz, Trish(support)<br />
<br />
*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach''' Check out the [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website] to learn more. - Carolyn and Liz<br />
**Working on APR - Thank you Rachel!<br />
<br />
*'''Webinars''' - ASK series; CDC series; Wired Wednesdays<br />
<br />
*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA''' - Outreach & Public Awareness - Carolyn, Liz<br />
**Submitted May report!<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase''' - Focus groups, trainings, webinars - Carolyn, Liz, Tori, Rachel, Sarah, Ben<br />
<br />
=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
<br />
*EdTrade – has gone live and we are getting ready for the first district to begin using it in the upcoming days<br />
**statewide rollout fall 2021<br />
**not open to the general public<br />
**only authenticated users will be able to log in<br />
**no “open” registration so to speak – special education directors will automatically receive log-in information, they will assign users in their school district<br />
***EdTrade Roles – AT Inventory Administrator, AT Inventory Manager, Basic User<br />
**one account per district, if a director leaves, we will change the information from our office – so we don’t end up with multiple district accounts<br />
**4 transactions: borrow/loan, buy/sell, exchange/trade/swap, donate/give – <br />
**reuse database also inventory management tool for districts – before any equipment can be listed for a transaction, it must be listed as an asset in the district’s inventory<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''== <br />
<br />
*Device Demo 10/1/ 20- Present All Centers 71<br />
*Device Demos 10/1/20- Present TFL 12<br />
<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present All Centers 78<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present TFL 20<br />
<br />
*Device Reutilization 1472<br />
<br />
<br />
*Wired Wednesdays- July and August will be completed by WATAP. Ciara is assisting with lining up someone for September and October.<br />
*Next DAS July 22nd, 1pm-2pm, August 19th, 1pm-2pm- June's training went well with 50 ppl attending.<br />
*First shipments of AT and AT Assessments for DAS have been delivered (2 assessments and 4 with AT) Working with 4 new individuals. 2 have been contacted and in the process of ordering equipment and others have left messages.<br />
*Network partners continue to reach out for AT guidance and/or setting up virtual meetings with their clients for AT solutions with TFL<br />
*ADRC Virtual Conference- Sal and Martha attended and presented- excellent attendance (we think over 300) for the presentation<br />
*Rachel, Sal, and Martha have turned in pre-recorded presentation for GGS Presentation on August 9th.<br />
<br />
=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (Johan)'''==<br />
<br />
*AccessGA <br />
**Dept. of Driver Services online application in process<br />
***technical assistance<br />
**State ADA Virtual Conference: Presentation on Zoom and Teams<br />
**Living and Thriving with a Disability: First-Hand Accounts from Three People<br />
**Submission of FY22 AccessGA Deliverables this week<br />
*ATOB Article on Needs Assessment of Braille<br />
*USG Initiatives<br />
**USG-HR employment application-underway<br />
***application accessibility evaluation<br />
***Technical assistance<br />
**USG UDOIT initiative with Brightspace LMS<br />
***sponsored project in the process of being finalized<br />
***application accessibility evaluation<br />
***Technical assistance<br />
<br />
*Summer Semester<br />
<br />
=='''AAC Labs (DeeDee)'''==<br />
* Setting up AAC Lab laptop<br />
* Display equipment has been received<br />
* Planning an office day to begin setting up displays and plan posters<br />
Display materials planned:<br />
* Device information <br />
* Posters/handouts on elements of AAC and Access (i.e., types of AAC devices, core words, switches, scanning access, etc.)<br />
* Handouts on implementation strategies, product information<br />
<br />
=='''TFL & ADA 30th Celebration'''==<br />
<br />
*https://nationaldaycalendar.com/dyslexia-awareness-month-october/<br />
<br />
*Hashtags:<br />
#ThanksToTheADA <br />
#WhatCanYouDo #ChooseToInclude #Disability #ADA<br />
<br />
*November<br />
**Veterans<br />
***"Honor all who served - In times of war - In times of peace"<br />
<br />
**Publications & Fact Sheets<br />
*Veterans - ADA Fact Sheets & Publications from the ADA National Network<br />
*Veterans Resources from the Southeast ADA Center<br />
*Veterans & Families Resource List from ADA Live!<br />
*ADA Live! Episodes by Topic - veterans<br />
**Social Media<br />
#HONORINGVETS – Show your Support on Twitter<br />
**VAntage Point Blog from U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs<br />
**Greenlight a Vet Program and help show that every Veteran has a story<br />
<br />
*December<br />
**Shaping a Universal Future<br />
***National ADA Symposium - Save the Date! Registration opens in January.<br />
*Resources: International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD)<br />
*United Nations (UN)– International Day of Persons with Disabilities<br />
*Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD)<br />
<br />
**Sharing ADA Stories<br />
*StoryCorps & Disability Visibility Project<br />
*StoryCorps MobileBooth Tour<br />
**ADA Legacy Project - Preserve. Celebrate. Educate.<br />
<br />
=='''Open Enrollment begins October 21st!'''==<br />
*Open Enrollment for 2021 Benefits selection begins tomorrow October 21st and ends November 6th. This is an active enrollment - meaning '''you must log into the system and confirm your benefits even if no changes are being made.''' Additionally, '''you will need to certify you and your dependent(s) (age 18 and older) tobacco use status. Tobacco users will be charged $100 per month, per person for using tobacco products and system automatically defaults to tobacco user.''' <br />
**Open Enrollment Website - https://www.usg.edu/hr/benefits/2021_benefits/your_2021_benefits_centered_on_you<br />
**Virtual Benefits Fair - USG Benefits Fair – October 19th – October 23rd. This event will include live events daily & Vendor 1:1 chats between 10am – 2p. (This event replaces GT Benefits Fair) - https://usg.vfairs.com/<br />
**Benefits Comparison Guide - https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/benefits_docs/2021_Comparison_Guide_PDF.pdf<br />
<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# Complete your Open Enrollment for 2021 - 11/6<br />
# Complete Your GT Compliance - 11/17! <br />
# TH - Create and Share your Social Media posting plan for '''TFL's 30th & ADA's 30th'''.<br />
<br />
*'''S&E and Policy Synergies with Research Presentation Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
** Action: Send out PDF: CP<br />
** Action: TFL Team review & give Feedback<br />
<br />
*'''ACCESS for Aging Well Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
*'''AT Network Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
* '''AT Lending Library Issue'''<br />
**Action: Annabel will set up to Discuss & Resolve with Rachel<br />
<br />
* '''CDC/F Category 3''' <br />
**Action: Send out Announcements Nationally & Reminders - Tori<br />
<br />
*'''TFL Report to HHS | ACL & to Congress'''<br />
**Action: GaDOE Co-Op - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
**Action: CIDI S&E - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
<br />
*'''Ga DAS - Start Date/Nov. 19th Training'''<br />
**Action: CP will get info Jeni</div>Rsatterfield8http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_6/15/2021&diff=5938TFL Team Meeting - 6/15/20212021-06-15T10:32:38Z<p>Rsatterfield8: /* TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn) */</p>
<hr />
<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
<br />
*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
<br />
=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
<br />
1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
<br />
2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
<br />
3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
<br />
<br />
=Agenda=<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* ‘’’HR’’’<br />
** Critical Hire Process: AT Manager Position<br />
** Critical Hire Process: Training Position<br />
** ADA Accommodation - COVID-19<br />
* TFL FY21 - GR00008119 Worktag<br />
*AT Lab - <br />
**Met & Planning <br />
* '''Projects:'''<br />
* AT3 - $50K - (Start MAY-August 31)<br />
* Georgia Division of Aging (DAS) - CARES Act - SIGNED! (Start Date April 2021 - End Sept. 30, 2021!)<br />
* GaDOE FY20 Co-PI Gina & FY 21 - Ben will be increasing his role to help Gina and me!<br />
* GVRA Contract FY 21 - Moving Forward - PI Ben & Co-PI's Martha and Zerrin<br />
* CDC Contract (12 Mths) - Co-PIs Liz - NCE through Sept. 30.<br />
* HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** ISO & ICF!<br />
* 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
* Wireless RERC - $35K<br />
*'''Proposals:'''<br />
** Ga DAS - COVID-19 Hesitancy & Equity Research & Dissemination: Submitted<br />
** GaDOE Year 3: Early Development <br />
<br />
* '''TFL Strategic Planning - Focused Sessions'''<br />
*Upcoming: <br />
**Direct Services - Martha<br />
** AAC Lab - DeeDee<br />
** AT Considerations - Gina<br />
** Leadership & Training - Liz<br />
** TFL Research - Ben<br />
** TFL into CIDI S&E Research - Zerrin<br />
** Wrap Up & Action Items - CP<br />
<br />
=='''Almost Complete!! CDC/F Trainings & Activities (Category 3) (Carolyn)'''==<br />
*'''COVID-19 Simplified Text 2-Minute Videos'''<br />
**Format: 5 Simplified Text Scripts for 2-minute videos<br />
*New CDCF Contract!<br />
*Vaccine Webinar #1<br />
*Vaccine Webinar #2<br />
<br />
=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates'''==<br />
'''Transition'''<br />
# Credit-Able - to FODAC!!<br />
# Physical files will still remain in Danny's office <br />
<br />
'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Credit-Able applications are on hold<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(2) - Public Health: feature our work on CDC Project<br />
** Now 13 articles proposed - call closes in June<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS Project (Decision Tree Project)'''<br />
'''Content'''<br />
* Raminta has produced a new video for the project that tells the story of how the Work ACCESS tool will work.<br />
* Preparing for validation of decision trees. <br />
<br />
'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT)''' <br />
* MoAT Small Bets project: <br />
** Created a web based working model of the AT Mastery Continuum tool<br />
** Working on a paper documenting the small bests project and findings to date<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Program (ITEP)'''<br />
*Instruction and Mentorship components have started<br />
*Contacting startups for externship<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
*Two articles proposed<br />
*Working with John, Guy, and Maureen<br />
<br />
<br />
'''NSF RCN - STEM BUILD Project with NCSU'''<br />
*Working with them as a Steering Committee member <br />
*Tactile Learning Materials in Science Education<br />
*Will be teaching UDL and designing 3D printed learning media <br />
<br />
<br />
'''USG BOR'''<br />
*Working with RACDSP group to add a section to the survey <br />
**Survey has been comleted<br />
*Will conduct focus group with the DSPs <br />
*Survey for the 2020-2021 will be disseminated after this meeting <br />
<br />
<br />
'''On the horizon'''<br />
*DAS-NWD Vaccine Project<br />
*GVRA<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
<br />
*'''Tools for Life'''<br />
**Data Reminder: Are you entering training and presentation data? Don't forget to include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures - Keep going! <br />
**Webinar archives - Tori continues to update and organize<br />
**TFL Website, wiki - Liz, Tori<br />
**Training plan - host more virtually <br />
**Vaccine Information Collaborative for People with Disabilities and Older Adults - Please share the Accessible Fact Sheet [https://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=COVID-19_Accessible_Vaccine_Experience here] - Carolyn, Liz, Trish<br />
<br />
*'''GCDD Accessibility Grant - Universal Design for Learning and Plain Language - Awarded!'''<br />
**June to September 2021 - $10,000<br />
**Liz, Norah, Tori (Carolyn and Trish support)<br />
<br />
*'''Credits''' - Training Team <br />
**CEU's - Continuing Education Units approved and distributed by the AAC Institute<br />
**CRC's - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Credits approved and distributed by the Commissioner Rehabilitation Counselor Certification or CRCC <br />
***All applications '''must be submitted no later than 30 days before the live event.''' <br />
<br />
*'''CDC/CDC Foundation''' - Carolyn-PI, Liz-Co-PI, Trish-Project Support<br />
**COVID-19 Accessible Materials for Individuals with Disabilities<br />
***Dissemination - Please continue to share any announcements related to the project! -(Liz, Tori, Shaina, AAHD)<br />
***Vaccine Webinars and Caregivers - Rebroadcast on June 16 from 3:00PM to 4:00PM ET<br />
<br />
*'''Social Media''' - Send articles, webinars, videos, general information, etc. for posting to Tori<br />
<br />
*'''ATAP (AT3)''' - AT Reuse Activities, AT Database - Carolyn, Liz, Trish(support)<br />
<br />
*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach''' Check out the [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website] to learn more. - Carolyn and Liz<br />
**Working on APR - Thank you Rachel!<br />
<br />
*'''Webinars''' - ASK series; CDC series; Wired Wednesdays<br />
<br />
*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA''' - Outreach & Public Awareness - Carolyn, Liz<br />
**Submitted May report!<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase''' - Focus groups, trainings, webinars - Carolyn, Liz, Tori, Rachel, Sarah, Ben<br />
<br />
=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
<br />
*Continuing with collaborations submitted, writing summaries<br />
*Doing GaDOE loan checks, preparing to send out emails to return outstanding equipment<br />
*EdTrade<br />
**We have two districts for the pilot run, Paula is meeting with Richmond Co. Friday to discuss participating <br />
**Martha and I are continuing testing and creating support materials<br />
*GaDOE video series - 5 new videos due to GaDOE August 1, 2021<br />
*Ellis Center / Pam Q. – Equipment Loan for Summer Camp<br />
*AEM Cohort work – active in creating state goals & going through the AEM Quality Indictors <br />
*Georgia Interagency Transition Council (GITC) – busy planning virtual statewide Transition Fair <br />
*Georgia College Transition Partnership Grant (UGA, GSU, & Emory) – preparing to submit for additional funding, additional workgroups have been created<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''== <br />
<br />
*Device Demo 10/1/ 20- Present All Centers 71<br />
*Device Demos 10/1/20- Present TFL 12<br />
<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present All Centers 78<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present TFL 20<br />
<br />
*Device Reutilization 1472<br />
<br />
<br />
*Wired Wednesdays- June 9th will be Proloquo by DeeDee. <br />
*DAS Kick-off went well- the portal is now open!<br />
*Next DAS June 23rd, 2pm-3, July 22nd, 1pm-2pm, August 19th, 1pm-2pm<br />
*Working on EdTrade- Gina and Martha last-minute checks and creating How-To Guides<br />
*Working with DOE Collaborations<br />
*Network partners continue to reach out for AT guidance and/or setting up virtual meetings with their clients for AT solutions with TFL<br />
*ADRC Virtual Conference- Does TFL want to present the awards on June 18th at 12:15?<br />
*Rachel, Sal, and Martha working on pre-recording a presentation for GGS conference.<br />
<br />
=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (Johan)'''==<br />
<br />
*AccessGA <br />
**Georgia Dept. of Economic Development<br />
**completed Georgia Arts<br />
**Georgia.org site completed<br />
**Dept. of Driver Services online application in process<br />
***technical assistance<br />
**State ADA Virtual Conference: Presentation on Zoom and Teams<br />
**Living and Thriving with a Disability: First-Hand Accounts from Three People<br />
**Scoping out FY22 AccessGA Deliverables<br />
<br />
*ATOB Article on Needs Assessment of Braille<br />
<br />
*Georgia AER and GVEST Merger of Conferences<br />
*USG Initiatives<br />
**USG-HR employment application<br />
***application accessibility evaluation<br />
***Technical assistance<br />
**USG UDOIT initiative with Brightspace LMS<br />
***application accessibility evaluation<br />
***Technical assistance<br />
<br />
*Summer Semester<br />
<br />
=='''AAC Labs (DeeDee)'''==<br />
* Setting up AAC Lab laptop<br />
* Display equipment has been received<br />
* Planning an office day to begin setting up displays and plan posters<br />
Display materials planned:<br />
* Device information <br />
* Posters/handouts on elements of AAC and Access (i.e., types of AAC devices, core words, switches, scanning access, etc.)<br />
* Handouts on implementation strategies, product information<br />
<br />
=='''TFL & ADA 30th Celebration'''==<br />
<br />
*https://nationaldaycalendar.com/dyslexia-awareness-month-october/<br />
<br />
*Hashtags:<br />
#ThanksToTheADA <br />
#WhatCanYouDo #ChooseToInclude #Disability #ADA<br />
<br />
*November<br />
**Veterans<br />
***"Honor all who served - In times of war - In times of peace"<br />
<br />
**Publications & Fact Sheets<br />
*Veterans - ADA Fact Sheets & Publications from the ADA National Network<br />
*Veterans Resources from the Southeast ADA Center<br />
*Veterans & Families Resource List from ADA Live!<br />
*ADA Live! Episodes by Topic - veterans<br />
**Social Media<br />
#HONORINGVETS – Show your Support on Twitter<br />
**VAntage Point Blog from U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs<br />
**Greenlight a Vet Program and help show that every Veteran has a story<br />
<br />
*December<br />
**Shaping a Universal Future<br />
***National ADA Symposium - Save the Date! Registration opens in January.<br />
*Resources: International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD)<br />
*United Nations (UN)– International Day of Persons with Disabilities<br />
*Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD)<br />
<br />
**Sharing ADA Stories<br />
*StoryCorps & Disability Visibility Project<br />
*StoryCorps MobileBooth Tour<br />
**ADA Legacy Project - Preserve. Celebrate. Educate.<br />
<br />
=='''Open Enrollment begins October 21st!'''==<br />
*Open Enrollment for 2021 Benefits selection begins tomorrow October 21st and ends November 6th. This is an active enrollment - meaning '''you must log into the system and confirm your benefits even if no changes are being made.''' Additionally, '''you will need to certify you and your dependent(s) (age 18 and older) tobacco use status. Tobacco users will be charged $100 per month, per person for using tobacco products and system automatically defaults to tobacco user.''' <br />
**Open Enrollment Website - https://www.usg.edu/hr/benefits/2021_benefits/your_2021_benefits_centered_on_you<br />
**Virtual Benefits Fair - USG Benefits Fair – October 19th – October 23rd. This event will include live events daily & Vendor 1:1 chats between 10am – 2p. (This event replaces GT Benefits Fair) - https://usg.vfairs.com/<br />
**Benefits Comparison Guide - https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/benefits_docs/2021_Comparison_Guide_PDF.pdf<br />
<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# Complete your Open Enrollment for 2021 - 11/6<br />
# Complete Your GT Compliance - 11/17! <br />
# TH - Create and Share your Social Media posting plan for '''TFL's 30th & ADA's 30th'''.<br />
<br />
*'''S&E and Policy Synergies with Research Presentation Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
** Action: Send out PDF: CP<br />
** Action: TFL Team review & give Feedback<br />
<br />
*'''ACCESS for Aging Well Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
*'''AT Network Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
* '''AT Lending Library Issue'''<br />
**Action: Annabel will set up to Discuss & Resolve with Rachel<br />
<br />
* '''CDC/F Category 3''' <br />
**Action: Send out Announcements Nationally & Reminders - Tori<br />
<br />
*'''TFL Report to HHS | ACL & to Congress'''<br />
**Action: GaDOE Co-Op - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
**Action: CIDI S&E - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
<br />
*'''Ga DAS - Start Date/Nov. 19th Training'''<br />
**Action: CP will get info Jeni</div>Rsatterfield8http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_5/18/2021&diff=5906TFL Team Meeting - 5/18/20212021-05-18T12:00:26Z<p>Rsatterfield8: /* TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn) */</p>
<hr />
<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
<br />
*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
<br />
=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
<br />
1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
<br />
2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
<br />
3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
<br />
<br />
=Agenda=<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* FY20 Performance Evaluations, FY21 Goals, FY21 Telework & FY21 Flex forms <br />
* ‘’’HR’’’<br />
** DeeDee is now reporting to Gina<br />
** In process – Graphic Designer!<br />
** Critical Hire Process: AT Funding Position<br />
** Critical Hire Process: Training Position<br />
** GT Implicit Bias Training!<br />
* GT Future of Work Survey & Focus Groups <br />
** Friday, April 23<br />
** 11 a.m. - Noon<br />
** https://deloitte.zoom.us/j/94260349219?pwd=cHlvR0IrSWc4V2hLaFBlSjZpMnJGUT09<br />
** Also, don't forget to complete the Future of Work survey by Tuesday, April 20 at: https://deloittesurvey.deloitte.com/Community/se/3FC11B266CADB5E1 <br />
* TFL FY21 - GR00008119 Worktag<br />
**AT for Lending? Please, send me a budget & ideas! Ciara 😊<br />
** Ideas?<br />
* '''Projects:'''<br />
*Georgia Division of Aging (DAS) - CARES Act - SIGNED! (Start Date April 2021 - End Sept. 30, 2021!)<br />
** Tori (10% for 12 mths/20% for 6 mths) <br />
** Martha (30% for 12 mths/60% for 6 mths) <br />
** Rachel (60% for 12 mths/90% for 6 mths) <br />
** Ciara (40% for 12 mths/80% for 6 mths) <br />
** Sarah (5% for 12 mths/10% for 6 mths) <br />
** Sal (40% for 12 mths/80% for 6 mth)<br />
* GaDOE FY20 Co-PI Gina & FY 21 - Ben will be increasing his role to help Gina and me!<br />
* GVRA Contract FY 21 - In Discussions with GT Leadership - Co-PI's Martha, Zerrin & Ben<br />
* CDC Contract (12 Mths) - Co-PIs Liz, Johan - NCE through June 30.<br />
* HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** ISO & ICF!<br />
* 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
* Wireless RERC - $35K<br />
* ATAP/AT3 - $8K - Met re: AbleData & Requested $50k.<br />
** GaDOE FY20 Co-PI Gina & FY 21 - Ben will be increasing his role to help Gina and me! (2021 New - Start Jan. 2021)<br />
** GVRA Contract FY 21 - In Discussions with GT Leadership - Co-PI's Martha, Zerrin & Ben<br />
** CDC Contract (12 Mths) - Co-PIs Liz, Johan - NCE through June 30.<br />
** HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
** NEW - Wireless RERC - $35K<br />
** ATAP/AT3 - $8K - Met re: AbleData & Requested $50k.<br />
* '''TFL Strategic Planning - Focused Sessions'''<br />
*Upcoming: <br />
** Leadership & Training - Liz<br />
**Direct Services - Martha<br />
** AAC Lab - DeeDee<br />
** AT Considerations - Gina<br />
** TFL Research - Ben<br />
** TFL into CIDI S&E Research - Zerrin<br />
** Wrap Up & Action Items - CP<br />
<br />
*'''RRTC on Technology Interventions Proposal''' <br />
* Ballenger, Sheryl: Training - C&DMS Manager/Instruction<br />
* Blake, Matthew: Dissemination & TA - IT Lead/Investigator<br />
* Endicott, Sarah: Training & TA - AT Expertise/Training/Outreach - Investigator<br />
* Fahie, Norford: TA - Technical Assistance<br />
* Harris, Fran: Training - Investigator<br />
* Holder, Tori: Training, Dissemination & TA - Social Media Investigator<br />
* Johnson, Heather: Training - Webinar Captioning<br />
* Linden, Maureen: PI<br />
* Milchus, Karen: Training - Investigator<br />
* Persaud, Liz: Project Director Training & Dissemination<br />
* Ondin, Zerrin: Training & TA - Investigator<br />
* Phillips, Carolyn: PI<br />
* Rempel, Johan: Training & TA - Investigator<br />
* Rust, Martha: Training & TA - AT Expertise/Training/Outreach - Investigator<br />
* Sinclair, Norah: Training - Instructional Designer<br />
* Thompson, Ken: Dissemination & TA - IT Developer - Investigator<br />
* Wilson, Rachel: Training - AT Expertise/Training/Outreach - Investigator<br />
* Zebrakaus, Raminta: Training & TA - Video Production<br />
* NEW GRAPHIC DESIGNER: <br />
* Kibler, Sal: Training, Dissemination & TA<br />
<br />
=='''Almost Complete!! CDC/F Trainings & Activities (Category 3) (Carolyn)'''==<br />
*'''COVID-19 Simplified Text 2-Minute Videos'''<br />
**Format: 5 Simplified Text Scripts for 2-minute videos<br />
*New CDCF Contract!<br />
*Vaccine Webinar #1<br />
*Vaccine Webinar #2<br />
<br />
=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates'''==<br />
'''Transition'''<br />
# Credit-Able - to FODAC!!<br />
# Physical files will still remain in Danny's office <br />
<br />
'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Credit-Able applications are on hold<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(2) - Public Health: feature our work on CDC Project<br />
** Now 13 articles proposed - call closes in June<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS Project (Decision Tree Project)'''<br />
'''Content'''<br />
* Raminta is producing a new video for the project that tells the story of how the Work ACCESS tool will work.<br />
* Preparing for validation of decision trees. <br />
<br />
'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT)''' <br />
* MoAT Small Bets project: <br />
** Created a web based working model of the AT Mastery Continuum tool<br />
** Working on a paper documenting the small bests project and findings to date<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Program (ITEP)'''<br />
*Fellow admissions are completed <br />
*Mentor recruitment is completed <br />
**14 students and 14 mentors <br />
*Instruction and Mentorship components have started<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
*Two articles proposed<br />
*Working with John, Guy, and Maureen<br />
<br />
<br />
'''NSF RCN - STEM BUILD Project with NCSU'''<br />
*Working with them as a Steering Committee member <br />
*Tactile Learning Materials in Science Education<br />
*Will be teaching UDL and designing 3D printed learning media <br />
<br />
<br />
'''USG BOR'''<br />
*Working with RACDSP group to add a section to the survey <br />
**Survey has sent out<br />
*Will conduct focus group with the DSPs<br />
<br />
<br />
'''2021 Seed Grant'''<br />
*Submitted a proposal <br />
<br />
<br />
'''On the horizon'''<br />
*DAS-NWD Vaccine Project<br />
*GVRA<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
<br />
*'''Tools for Life'''<br />
**Data Reminder: Are you entering training and presentation data? Don't forget to include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures - Keep going! <br />
**Webinar archives - Tori continues to update and organize<br />
**TFL Website, wiki - Liz, Tori<br />
**Training plan - host more virtually <br />
**Vaccine Information Collaborative for People with Disabilities and Older Adults - Carolyn, Liz, Trish<br />
***'''Updated!''' Please share the Accessible Fact Sheet on Creating An Accessible Vaccine Experience [https://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=COVID-19_Accessible_Vaccine_Experience here]<br />
<br />
*'''GCDD Accessibility Grant - Universal Design for Learning and Plain Language <br />
**Submitted proposal on 5/14 [https://gcdd.org/blogs/advocacy-policy-alerts/3591-gcdd-announces-new-nofa-for-accessibility-grant-universal-design-for-learning-and-plain-language.html more info here]<br />
**June to September 2021 - $10,000<br />
**Liz, Norah, Tori (Carolyn and Trish support)<br />
<br />
*'''Credits''' - Training Team <br />
**CEU's - Continuing Education Units approved and distributed by the AAC Institute<br />
**CRC's - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Credits approved and distributed by the Commissioner Rehabilitation Counselor Certification or CRCC <br />
***Guidelines for the application process have changed and are more firm. All applications '''must be submitted no later than 30 days before the live event.''' <br />
<br />
*'''CDC/CDC Foundation''' - Carolyn-PI, Liz-Co-PI, Trish-Project Support<br />
**COVID-19 Accessible Materials and Culturally Relevant Messages for Individuals with Disabilities<br />
***Dissemination - project messaging, microsite, presentations, trainings, webinars (Liz, Tori, Shaina, AAHD, and anyone that can assist with outreach)<br />
****Please continue to share any announcements related to the project! <br />
***Vaccine Webinars 3:00PM to 4:00PM ET May 26 (FAQ's - [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/faqs-about-covid-19-vaccines-that-people-with-disabilities-should-consider-tickets-149943744777?aff=erelpanelorg registration])<br />
<br />
*'''Social Media''' - Send articles, webinars, videos, general information, etc. for posting to Tori<br />
<br />
*'''ATAP (AT3)''' - AT Reuse Activities, AT Database - Carolyn, Liz, Trish(support)<br />
<br />
*'''Social Isolation/Connectedness Coalition (ACL/n4a)''' - Carolyn, Rachel, Martha, Sal<br />
<br />
*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach''' Check out the [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website] to learn more. - Carolyn and Liz<br />
<br />
*'''Webinars''' - ASK series; CDC series; Wired Wednesdays<br />
<br />
*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA''' - Outreach & Public Awareness ongoing, Technology and Disability Policy Highlights (TDPH) - Carolyn, Liz, Sam, Raminta<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase''' - Focus groups, trainings, webinars - Carolyn, Liz, Tori<br />
<br />
=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
<br />
*Continuing with collaborations submitted, writing summaries<br />
*Doing GaDOE loan checks, preparing to send out emails to return outstanding equipment<br />
*EdTrade<br />
**We have two districts for the pilot run, Paula is meeting with Richmond Co. Friday to discuss participating <br />
**Martha and I are continuing testing and creating support materials<br />
*GaDOE video series - 5 new videos due to GaDOE August 1, 2021<br />
*Ellis Center / Pam Q. – Equipment Loan for Summer Camp<br />
*AEM Cohort work – active in creating state goals & going through the AEM Quality Indictors <br />
*Georgia Interagency Transition Council (GITC) – busy planning virtual statewide Transition Fair <br />
*Georgia College Transition Partnership Grant (UGA, GSU, & Emory) – preparing to submit for additional funding, additional workgroups have been created<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''== <br />
<br />
*Device Demo 10/1/ 20- Present All Centers 71<br />
*Device Demos 10/1/20- Present TFL 12<br />
<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present All Centers 78<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present TFL 20<br />
<br />
*Device Reutilization 1472<br />
<br />
<br />
*Wired Wednesdays- May was Instant Language Translator and June will be Proloquo by DeeDee. <br />
*DAS Kick-off This Thursday 1-2<br />
*There will be 4 trainings for the DAS Contract. Dates are Kickoff May 20th, June 23rd, 2pm-3, July 22nd, 1pm-2pm, August 19th, 1pm-2pm<br />
*Working on EdTrade- Gina and Martha last-minute checks and creating How-To Guides<br />
*Working with DOE Collaborations<br />
*Network partners continue to reach out for AT guidance and/or setting up virtual meetings with their clients for AT solutions with TFL<br />
*Raminta created an excellent video showcasing AT in the lab that can address social isolation- <br />
*ADRC Virtual Conference is free this year, June 16-18- Sal, Rachel, and Martha will be presenting on the 18th; https://aging.georgia.gov/programs-and-services/adrc-healthy-communities-summit<br />
*Martha and Sal presented AT 101 and Social Isolation solutions to Georgia Gerontology Society last week. 45 people attended. We will be presenting virtual lab at GGS annual meeting in August. <br />
*Sal also attended presentation by Alzheimer's Association at Atlanta Senior Network Niche. Focus was on providing quality o of life for caregivers and patients through communication and recreation. <br />
*Sal also attended AJC Aging in Atlanta. Discovered a new resource for residential adaptation for aging in place. Also, Bonnie Dobbs of Bonnie Dobbs Agency is an excellent speaker and expert on everything Medicare. She is available to speak to groups who want to learn more about current Medicare coverage.<br />
<br />
=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (John)'''==<br />
*AccessGA <br />
**Georgia Dept. of Economic Development<br />
**completed Georgia Arts<br />
**Georgia.org site in process<br />
**Dept. of Driver Services online application in process<br />
***technical assistance<br />
**State ADA Meet & Greet: overview of services, including AccessGA, April 28<br />
**State ADA Virtual Conference: Presentation on Zoom and Teams<br />
**Scoping out FY22 AccessGA Deliverables<br />
<br />
*ATOB Article on Needs Assessment of Braille<br />
<br />
*National Parks of Boston<br />
**survey results received<br />
**Draft SoW in progress for digital accessibility/disability awareness training<br />
<br />
*Equinox VPATs <br />
<br />
*Georgia Tech Institute Communications<br />
**MarCom Checklist submitted<br />
<br />
*USG HR<br />
**Web Accessibility Evaluation of employment application<br />
<br />
*Summer Semester<br />
<br />
=='''AAC Labs (DeeDee)'''==<br />
* Setting up AAC Lab laptop<br />
* Display equipment has been ordered<br />
Display materials planned:<br />
* Device information <br />
* Posters/handouts on elements of AAC and Access (i.e., types of AAC devices, core words, switches, scanning access, etc.)<br />
* Handouts on implementation strategies, product information<br />
<br />
=='''TFL & ADA 30th Celebration'''==<br />
<br />
*https://nationaldaycalendar.com/dyslexia-awareness-month-october/<br />
<br />
*Hashtags:<br />
#ThanksToTheADA <br />
#WhatCanYouDo #ChooseToInclude #Disability #ADA<br />
<br />
*November<br />
**Veterans<br />
***"Honor all who served - In times of war - In times of peace"<br />
<br />
**Publications & Fact Sheets<br />
*Veterans - ADA Fact Sheets & Publications from the ADA National Network<br />
*Veterans Resources from the Southeast ADA Center<br />
*Veterans & Families Resource List from ADA Live!<br />
*ADA Live! Episodes by Topic - veterans<br />
**Social Media<br />
#HONORINGVETS – Show your Support on Twitter<br />
**VAntage Point Blog from U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs<br />
**Greenlight a Vet Program and help show that every Veteran has a story<br />
<br />
*December<br />
**Shaping a Universal Future<br />
***National ADA Symposium - Save the Date! Registration opens in January.<br />
*Resources: International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD)<br />
*United Nations (UN)– International Day of Persons with Disabilities<br />
*Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD)<br />
<br />
**Sharing ADA Stories<br />
*StoryCorps & Disability Visibility Project<br />
*StoryCorps MobileBooth Tour<br />
**ADA Legacy Project - Preserve. Celebrate. Educate.<br />
<br />
=='''Open Enrollment begins October 21st!'''==<br />
*Open Enrollment for 2021 Benefits selection begins tomorrow October 21st and ends November 6th. This is an active enrollment - meaning '''you must log into the system and confirm your benefits even if no changes are being made.''' Additionally, '''you will need to certify you and your dependent(s) (age 18 and older) tobacco use status. Tobacco users will be charged $100 per month, per person for using tobacco products and system automatically defaults to tobacco user.''' <br />
**Open Enrollment Website - https://www.usg.edu/hr/benefits/2021_benefits/your_2021_benefits_centered_on_you<br />
**Virtual Benefits Fair - USG Benefits Fair – October 19th – October 23rd. This event will include live events daily & Vendor 1:1 chats between 10am – 2p. (This event replaces GT Benefits Fair) - https://usg.vfairs.com/<br />
**Benefits Comparison Guide - https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/benefits_docs/2021_Comparison_Guide_PDF.pdf<br />
<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# Complete your Open Enrollment for 2021 - 11/6<br />
# Complete Your GT Compliance - 11/17! <br />
# TH - Create and Share your Social Media posting plan for '''TFL's 30th & ADA's 30th'''.<br />
<br />
*'''S&E and Policy Synergies with Research Presentation Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
** Action: Send out PDF: CP<br />
** Action: TFL Team review & give Feedback<br />
<br />
*'''ACCESS for Aging Well Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
*'''AT Network Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
* '''AT Lending Library Issue'''<br />
**Action: Annabel will set up to Discuss & Resolve with Rachel<br />
<br />
* '''CDC/F Category 3''' <br />
**Action: Send out Announcements Nationally & Reminders - Tori<br />
<br />
*'''TFL Report to HHS | ACL & to Congress'''<br />
**Action: GaDOE Co-Op - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
**Action: CIDI S&E - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
<br />
*'''Ga DAS - Start Date/Nov. 19th Training'''<br />
**Action: CP will get info Jeni</div>Rsatterfield8http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_5/4/2021&diff=5888TFL Team Meeting - 5/4/20212021-05-04T14:14:04Z<p>Rsatterfield8: /* TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn) */</p>
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<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
<br />
*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
<br />
=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
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1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
<br />
2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
<br />
3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
<br />
<br />
=Agenda=<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* FY20 Performance Evaluations, FY21 Goals, FY21 Telework & FY21 Flex forms <br />
* ‘’’HR’’’<br />
** DeeDee is now reporting to Gina<br />
** In process – Graphic Designer!<br />
** Critical Hire Process: AT Funding Position<br />
** Critical Hire Process: Training Position<br />
** GT Implicit Bias Training!<br />
* GT Future of Work Survey & Focus Groups <br />
** Friday, April 23<br />
** 11 a.m. - Noon<br />
** https://deloitte.zoom.us/j/94260349219?pwd=cHlvR0IrSWc4V2hLaFBlSjZpMnJGUT09<br />
** Also, don't forget to complete the Future of Work survey by Tuesday, April 20 at: https://deloittesurvey.deloitte.com/Community/se/3FC11B266CADB5E1 <br />
* TFL FY21 - GR00008119 Worktag<br />
**AT for Lending? Please, send me a budget & ideas! Ciara 😊<br />
** Ideas?<br />
* '''Projects:'''<br />
*Georgia Division of Aging (DAS) - CARES Act - SIGNED! (Start Date April 2021 - End Sept. 30, 2021!)<br />
** Tori (10% for 12 mths/20% for 6 mths) <br />
** Martha (30% for 12 mths/60% for 6 mths) <br />
** Rachel (60% for 12 mths/90% for 6 mths) <br />
** Ciara (40% for 12 mths/80% for 6 mths) <br />
** Sarah (5% for 12 mths/10% for 6 mths) <br />
** Sal (40% for 12 mths/80% for 6 mth)<br />
* GaDOE FY20 Co-PI Gina & FY 21 - Ben will be increasing his role to help Gina and me!<br />
* GVRA Contract FY 21 - In Discussions with GT Leadership - Co-PI's Martha, Zerrin & Ben<br />
* CDC Contract (12 Mths) - Co-PIs Liz, Johan - NCE through June 30.<br />
* HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** ISO & ICF!<br />
* 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
* Wireless RERC - $35K<br />
* ATAP/AT3 - $8K - Met re: AbleData & Requested $50k.<br />
** GaDOE FY20 Co-PI Gina & FY 21 - Ben will be increasing his role to help Gina and me! (2021 New - Start Jan. 2021)<br />
** GVRA Contract FY 21 - In Discussions with GT Leadership - Co-PI's Martha, Zerrin & Ben<br />
** CDC Contract (12 Mths) - Co-PIs Liz, Johan - NCE through June 30.<br />
** HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
** NEW - Wireless RERC - $35K<br />
** ATAP/AT3 - $8K - Met re: AbleData & Requested $50k.<br />
* '''TFL Strategic Planning - Focused Sessions'''<br />
*Upcoming: <br />
** Leadership & Training - Liz<br />
**Direct Services - Martha<br />
** AAC Lab - DeeDee<br />
** AT Considerations - Gina<br />
** TFL Research - Ben<br />
** TFL into CIDI S&E Research - Zerrin<br />
** Wrap Up & Action Items - CP<br />
<br />
*'''RRTC on Technology Interventions Proposal''' <br />
* Ballenger, Sheryl: Training - C&DMS Manager/Instruction<br />
* Blake, Matthew: Dissemination & TA - IT Lead/Investigator<br />
* Endicott, Sarah: Training & TA - AT Expertise/Training/Outreach - Investigator<br />
* Fahie, Norford: TA - Technical Assistance<br />
* Harris, Fran: Training - Investigator<br />
* Holder, Tori: Training, Dissemination & TA - Social Media Investigator<br />
* Johnson, Heather: Training - Webinar Captioning<br />
* Linden, Maureen: PI<br />
* Milchus, Karen: Training - Investigator<br />
* Persaud, Liz: Project Director Training & Dissemination<br />
* Ondin, Zerrin: Training & TA - Investigator<br />
* Phillips, Carolyn: PI<br />
* Rempel, Johan: Training & TA - Investigator<br />
* Rust, Martha: Training & TA - AT Expertise/Training/Outreach - Investigator<br />
* Sinclair, Norah: Training - Instructional Designer<br />
* Thompson, Ken: Dissemination & TA - IT Developer - Investigator<br />
* Wilson, Rachel: Training - AT Expertise/Training/Outreach - Investigator<br />
* Zebrakaus, Raminta: Training & TA - Video Production<br />
* NEW GRAPHIC DESIGNER: <br />
* Kibler, Sal: Training, Dissemination & TA<br />
<br />
=='''Almost Complete!! CDC/F Trainings & Activities (Category 3) (Carolyn)'''==<br />
*'''COVID-19 Simplified Text 2-Minute Videos'''<br />
**Format: 5 Simplified Text Scripts for 2-minute videos<br />
*New CDCF Contract!<br />
*Vaccine Webinar #1<br />
*Vaccine Webinar #2<br />
<br />
=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates'''==<br />
'''Transition'''<br />
# Credit-Able - to FODAC!!<br />
# Physical files will still remain in Danny's office <br />
<br />
'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Credit-Able applications are on hold<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* ATOB Vol. 15 - Article on DBHDD Project has been released!<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(2) - Public Health: feature our work on CDC Project<br />
** Over 10 articles proposed - call closes in June<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS Project (Decision Tree Project)'''<br />
'''Content'''<br />
* Two presentations in March on job accommodations for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities:<br />
* Raminta is producing a new video for the project that tells the story of how the Work ACCESS tool will work.<br />
* Functioning model took a step forward last week<br />
** Actualizing more elements of the design of the tool<br />
** Is out on a server for review as updates continue.<br />
* Preparing for validation of decision trees. <br />
<br />
'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT)''' <br />
* MoAT Small Bets project is analyzing data from Round 4 (Final round)<br />
** Creating a web based working model of the AT Mastery Continuum tool<br />
** Working on a paper documenting the small bests project and findings to date<br />
* Research Team has submitted 3 additional grant proposals: <br />
** NIDILRR FIP proposal (3 yrs, $600K - Fall 2021) Mastery of AT and Work<br />
** NSF Planning Grant (1 Yr. $150 - Fall 2021) Mastery of AT and Work<br />
** GTRI seed grant: Mastery of AT and the IEP in K-12; 1 Year, $100K<br />
<br />
''' RRTC Grant proposal: AT Impact '''<br />
* One of several projects - 5 years, $500K<br />
* Impact of AT on Community Participation & Independence<br />
** Follow up on the DBHDD clients we saw in 2017-2019 pilot <br />
** Partner with DBHDD - train a cadre of counsellors to identify appropriate AT<br />
** Revise the Foundational Measures Survey & Adapted Student Performance Profile <br />
** Work with DBHDD to develop a cost/benefit measure for the intervention<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Program (ITEP)'''<br />
*Fellow admissions are completed <br />
*Mentor recruitment is completed <br />
**14 students and 14 mentors <br />
*Instruction and Mentorship components have started<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
*Two articles proposed<br />
*Working with John, Guy, and Maureen<br />
<br />
<br />
'''NSF RCN - STEM BUILD Project with NCSU'''<br />
*Working with them as a Steering Committee member <br />
*Tactile Learning Materials in Science Education<br />
*Will be teaching UDL and designing 3D printed learning media <br />
<br />
<br />
'''USG BOR'''<br />
*Working with RACDSP group to add a section to the survey <br />
**Survey has sent out<br />
*Will conduct focus group with the DSPs<br />
<br />
<br />
'''2021 Seed Grant'''<br />
*Submitted a proposal <br />
<br />
<br />
'''On the horizon'''<br />
*DAS-NWD Vaccine Project<br />
*GVRA<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
<br />
'''Updates'''<br />
<br />
*'''Tools for Life'''<br />
**Who is entering their training and presentation data? '''Data Reminder:''' Don't forget to include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures - Keep working on it! <br />
**Webinar archives - update and organize - Tori<br />
**TFL Website, wiki - Liz, Tori<br />
**Training plan - host more virtually. This is happening whether it be through Wired Wednesdays, various projects (DAS & CDC, etc.), or individual requests to TFL team members.<br />
**Vaccine Information Collaborative for People with Disabilities and Older Adults - Carolyn, Liz, Trish<br />
***'''Updated!''' Please share the Accessible Fact Sheet on Creating An Accessible Vaccine Experience [https://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=COVID-19_Accessible_Vaccine_Experience here]<br />
<br />
*'''Credits''' - Training Team <br />
**CEU's - Continuing Education Units approved and distributed by the AAC Institute<br />
**CRC's - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Credits approved and distributed by the Commissioner Rehabilitation Counselor Certification or CRCC <br />
***Guidelines for the application process have changed and are more firm. All applications '''must be submitted no later than 30 days before the live event.''' Recordings of sessions must be submitted to CRCC after completion. (Tori is looking into conferences, etc.)<br />
<br />
*'''CDC/CDC Foundation''' - Carolyn-PI, Liz-Co-PI, Trish-Project Support<br />
**COVID-19 Accessible Materials and Culturally Relevant Messages for Individuals with Disabilities<br />
***Dissemination - project messaging, microsite, presentations, trainings, webinars (Liz, Tori, Shaina, AAHD, and anyone that can assist with outreach)<br />
****Have you shared any announcements related to the project? <br />
****Has anyone provided any outreach in the I/DD community for the MTC/easy to read resources and videos?<br />
***Vaccine Webinars 3:00PM to 4:00PM ET - May 12 (Caregivers - [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/covid-19-vaccines-for-caregivers-and-personal-care-assistants-pca-tickets-149933907353 registration]), May 26 (FAQ's - [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/faqs-about-covid-19-vaccines-that-people-with-disabilities-should-consider-tickets-149943744777?aff=erelpanelorg registration])<br />
<br />
*'''Social Media''' - Tori<br />
**Send articles, webinars, videos, general information, etc. to post<br />
<br />
*'''ATAP (AT3)''' - Carolyn, Liz, Trish (support)<br />
**AT Reuse Activities (PIOC)<br />
<br />
*'''Social Isolation/Connectedness Coalition (ACL/n4a)''' - Carolyn, Rachel, Martha, Sal<br />
<br />
*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach''' - Carolyn and Liz<br />
**Check out the [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website] to learn more.<br />
<br />
*''' Webinars'''<br />
**Wired Wednesdays<br />
**ASK series <br />
<br />
*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA''' - Carolyn, Liz, Sam, Raminta<br />
**Outreach & Public Awareness ongoing, Technology and Disability Policy Highlights (TDPH)<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase''' - Carolyn, Liz, Tori<br />
**Focus groups, trainings, webinars<br />
<br />
=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
<br />
*Continuing with collaborations submitted<br />
*Internally discussing the direct requests that come in via web, phone, email from K-12 <br />
**tracking the time<br />
**redirect to the district & to the AT Portal<br />
**many instances providing the information they are seeking<br />
**more complicated when districts are larger to get access to the AT Portal<br />
**much more time consuming on our part – providing much more information<br />
*EdTrade<br />
**Matthew did a fresh, updated push-out Friday <br />
**Martha and I will do another test runs – we should be close to the end<br />
**we have the website domain<br />
**we have the EdTrade email<br />
**meeting to flesh out some final details<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''== <br />
<br />
*Device Demo 10/1/ 20- Present All Centers 56<br />
*Device Demos 10/1/20- Present TFL 9<br />
<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present All Centers 61<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present TFL 14<br />
<br />
*Device Reutilization 1461<br />
<br />
<br />
*Wired Wednesdays- April was Streamer and they gave a great demo! May will be the Instant Language Translator and June will be Proloquotogo; July and August will be WATAP<br />
*Sal and Martha are presenting for a GGS Lunch and Learn on May 11<br />
*DAS Contract has been signed and will need to be completed by end of September<br />
*Met with DAS to clarify and finalize plan as we can now move forward- 39 individuals to receive AT and 16 will have virtual assessments<br />
*Matthew has made adjustments to the portal specifically for the DAS Contract <br />
*There will be 4 trainings for the DAS Contract. Dates are Kickoff May 20th, June 23rd, 2pm-3, July 22nd, 1pm-2pm, August 19th, 1pm-2pm<br />
*Working on EdTrade- Gina and Martha last-minute checks and creating How-To Guides<br />
*Working with DOE Collaborations<br />
*Network partners continue to reach out for AT guidance and/or setting up virtual meetings with their clients for AT solutions with TFL<br />
*Raminta created an excellent video showcasing AT in the lab that can address social isolation- <br />
*ADRC Virtual Conference is free this year, June 16-18- Sal, Rachel, and Martha will be presenting on the 18th; https://aging.georgia.gov/programs-and-services/adrc-healthy-communities-summit<br />
*Sal- Culture Change Network Advisory Council Meeting, April 16 – Rich discussion about many of the issues facing long-term care facilities during this time. Key issues revolved around the importance of immunization of staff, healthcare workers and aides. Unemployment funding and stimulus checks made retaining and attracting staff a significant problem. Significant incentives are being offered to attract new workers. Discussion around need for increasing minimum pay for aides as home care agencies and direct pay are paying more. CARES Act money is allowing for placement of technology in residential facilities. Promoted our CDC work, DAS contract and invited the group to promote our upcoming webinar on immunizations within their organizations. Follow-up meeting this Thursday as there are updates on the Grant to be discussed.<br />
<br />
=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (John)'''==<br />
*AccessGA <br />
**Georgia Dept. of Economic Development<br />
**completed Georgia Arts<br />
**Georgia.org site in process<br />
**Dept. of Driver Services online application in process<br />
***technical assistance<br />
**State ADA Meet & Greet: overview of services, including AccessGA, April 28<br />
**State ADA Virtual Conference: Presentation on Zoom and Teams<br />
**Scoping out FY22 AccessGA Deliverables<br />
<br />
*ATOB Article on Needs Assessment of Braille<br />
<br />
*National Parks of Boston<br />
**survey results received<br />
**Draft SoW in progress for digital accessibility/disability awareness training<br />
<br />
*Equinox VPATs <br />
<br />
*Georgia Tech Institute Communications<br />
**MarCom Checklist submitted<br />
<br />
*USG HR<br />
**Web Accessibility Evaluation of employment application<br />
<br />
*Summer Semester<br />
<br />
=='''AAC Labs (DeeDee)'''==<br />
* Setting up AAC Lab laptop<br />
* Display equipment has been ordered<br />
* Display materials planned: <br />
* Device information <br />
* Posters on elements of AAC and Access (i.e., types of AAC devices, core words, switches, scanning access, etc.)<br />
* Handouts on implementation strategies, product information<br />
<br />
=='''TFL & ADA 30th Celebration'''==<br />
<br />
*https://nationaldaycalendar.com/dyslexia-awareness-month-october/<br />
<br />
*Hashtags:<br />
#ThanksToTheADA <br />
#WhatCanYouDo #ChooseToInclude #Disability #ADA<br />
<br />
*November<br />
**Veterans<br />
***"Honor all who served - In times of war - In times of peace"<br />
<br />
**Publications & Fact Sheets<br />
*Veterans - ADA Fact Sheets & Publications from the ADA National Network<br />
*Veterans Resources from the Southeast ADA Center<br />
*Veterans & Families Resource List from ADA Live!<br />
*ADA Live! Episodes by Topic - veterans<br />
**Social Media<br />
#HONORINGVETS – Show your Support on Twitter<br />
**VAntage Point Blog from U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs<br />
**Greenlight a Vet Program and help show that every Veteran has a story<br />
<br />
*December<br />
**Shaping a Universal Future<br />
***National ADA Symposium - Save the Date! Registration opens in January.<br />
*Resources: International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD)<br />
*United Nations (UN)– International Day of Persons with Disabilities<br />
*Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD)<br />
<br />
**Sharing ADA Stories<br />
*StoryCorps & Disability Visibility Project<br />
*StoryCorps MobileBooth Tour<br />
**ADA Legacy Project - Preserve. Celebrate. Educate.<br />
<br />
=='''Open Enrollment begins October 21st!'''==<br />
*Open Enrollment for 2021 Benefits selection begins tomorrow October 21st and ends November 6th. This is an active enrollment - meaning '''you must log into the system and confirm your benefits even if no changes are being made.''' Additionally, '''you will need to certify you and your dependent(s) (age 18 and older) tobacco use status. Tobacco users will be charged $100 per month, per person for using tobacco products and system automatically defaults to tobacco user.''' <br />
**Open Enrollment Website - https://www.usg.edu/hr/benefits/2021_benefits/your_2021_benefits_centered_on_you<br />
**Virtual Benefits Fair - USG Benefits Fair – October 19th – October 23rd. This event will include live events daily & Vendor 1:1 chats between 10am – 2p. (This event replaces GT Benefits Fair) - https://usg.vfairs.com/<br />
**Benefits Comparison Guide - https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/benefits_docs/2021_Comparison_Guide_PDF.pdf<br />
<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# Complete your Open Enrollment for 2021 - 11/6<br />
# Complete Your GT Compliance - 11/17! <br />
# TH - Create and Share your Social Media posting plan for '''TFL's 30th & ADA's 30th'''.<br />
<br />
*'''S&E and Policy Synergies with Research Presentation Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
** Action: Send out PDF: CP<br />
** Action: TFL Team review & give Feedback<br />
<br />
*'''ACCESS for Aging Well Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
*'''AT Network Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
* '''AT Lending Library Issue'''<br />
**Action: Annabel will set up to Discuss & Resolve with Rachel<br />
<br />
* '''CDC/F Category 3''' <br />
**Action: Send out Announcements Nationally & Reminders - Tori<br />
<br />
*'''TFL Report to HHS | ACL & to Congress'''<br />
**Action: GaDOE Co-Op - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
**Action: CIDI S&E - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
<br />
*'''Ga DAS - Start Date/Nov. 19th Training'''<br />
**Action: CP will get info Jeni</div>Rsatterfield8http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_5/4/2021&diff=5871TFL Team Meeting - 5/4/20212021-05-03T14:55:23Z<p>Rsatterfield8: /* TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn) */</p>
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<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
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*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
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=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
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1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
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2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
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3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
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=Agenda=<br />
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=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* FY20 Performance Evaluations, FY21 Goals, FY21 Telework & FY21 Flex forms <br />
* ‘’’HR’’’<br />
** DeeDee is now reporting to Gina<br />
** In process – Graphic Designer!<br />
** Critical Hire Process: AT Funding Position<br />
** Critical Hire Process: Training Position<br />
** GT Implicit Bias Training!<br />
* GT Future of Work Survey & Focus Groups <br />
** Friday, April 23<br />
** 11 a.m. - Noon<br />
** https://deloitte.zoom.us/j/94260349219?pwd=cHlvR0IrSWc4V2hLaFBlSjZpMnJGUT09<br />
** Also, don't forget to complete the Future of Work survey by Tuesday, April 20 at: https://deloittesurvey.deloitte.com/Community/se/3FC11B266CADB5E1 <br />
* TFL FY21 - GR00008119 Worktag<br />
**AT for Lending? Please, send me a budget & ideas! Ciara 😊<br />
** Ideas?<br />
* '''Projects:'''<br />
*Georgia Division of Aging (DAS) - CARES Act - SIGNED! (Start Date April 2021 - End Sept. 30, 2021!)<br />
** Tori (10% for 12 mths/20% for 6 mths) <br />
** Martha (30% for 12 mths/60% for 6 mths) <br />
** Rachel (60% for 12 mths/90% for 6 mths) <br />
** Ciara (40% for 12 mths/80% for 6 mths) <br />
** Sarah (5% for 12 mths/10% for 6 mths) <br />
** Sal (40% for 12 mths/80% for 6 mth)<br />
* GaDOE FY20 Co-PI Gina & FY 21 - Ben will be increasing his role to help Gina and me!<br />
* GVRA Contract FY 21 - In Discussions with GT Leadership - Co-PI's Martha, Zerrin & Ben<br />
* CDC Contract (12 Mths) - Co-PIs Liz, Johan - NCE through June 30.<br />
* HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** ISO & ICF!<br />
* 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
* Wireless RERC - $35K<br />
* ATAP/AT3 - $8K - Met re: AbleData & Requested $50k.<br />
** GaDOE FY20 Co-PI Gina & FY 21 - Ben will be increasing his role to help Gina and me! (2021 New - Start Jan. 2021)<br />
** GVRA Contract FY 21 - In Discussions with GT Leadership - Co-PI's Martha, Zerrin & Ben<br />
** CDC Contract (12 Mths) - Co-PIs Liz, Johan - NCE through June 30.<br />
** HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
** NEW - Wireless RERC - $35K<br />
** ATAP/AT3 - $8K - Met re: AbleData & Requested $50k.<br />
* '''TFL Strategic Planning - Focused Sessions'''<br />
*Upcoming: <br />
** Leadership & Training - Liz<br />
**Direct Services - Martha<br />
** AAC Lab - DeeDee<br />
** AT Considerations - Gina<br />
** TFL Research - Ben<br />
** TFL into CIDI S&E Research - Zerrin<br />
** Wrap Up & Action Items - CP<br />
<br />
*'''RRTC on Technology Interventions Proposal''' <br />
* Ballenger, Sheryl: Training - C&DMS Manager/Instruction<br />
* Blake, Matthew: Dissemination & TA - IT Lead/Investigator<br />
* Endicott, Sarah: Training & TA - AT Expertise/Training/Outreach - Investigator<br />
* Fahie, Norford: TA - Technical Assistance<br />
* Harris, Fran: Training - Investigator<br />
* Holder, Tori: Training, Dissemination & TA - Social Media Investigator<br />
* Johnson, Heather: Training - Webinar Captioning<br />
* Linden, Maureen: PI<br />
* Milchus, Karen: Training - Investigator<br />
* Persaud, Liz: Project Director Training & Dissemination<br />
* Ondin, Zerrin: Training & TA - Investigator<br />
* Phillips, Carolyn: PI<br />
* Rempel, Johan: Training & TA - Investigator<br />
* Rust, Martha: Training & TA - AT Expertise/Training/Outreach - Investigator<br />
* Sinclair, Norah: Training - Instructional Designer<br />
* Thompson, Ken: Dissemination & TA - IT Developer - Investigator<br />
* Wilson, Rachel: Training - AT Expertise/Training/Outreach - Investigator<br />
* Zebrakaus, Raminta: Training & TA - Video Production<br />
* NEW GRAPHIC DESIGNER: <br />
* Kibler, Sal: Training, Dissemination & TA<br />
<br />
=='''Almost Complete!! CDC/F Trainings & Activities (Category 3) (Carolyn)'''==<br />
*'''COVID-19 Simplified Text 2-Minute Videos'''<br />
**Format: 5 Simplified Text Scripts for 2-minute videos<br />
*New CDCF Contract!<br />
*Vaccine Webinar #1<br />
*Vaccine Webinar #2<br />
<br />
=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates'''==<br />
'''Transition'''<br />
# Credit-Able - to FODAC!!<br />
# Physical files will still remain in Danny's office <br />
<br />
'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Credit-Able applications are on hold<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* ATOB Vol. 15 - Article on DBHDD Project has been released!<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(2) - Public Health: feature our work on CDC Project<br />
** Over 10 articles proposed - call closes in June<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS Project (Decision Tree Project)'''<br />
'''Content'''<br />
* Two presentations in March on job accommodations for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities:<br />
* Raminta is producing a new video for the project that tells the story of how the Work ACCESS tool will work.<br />
* Functioning model took a step forward last week<br />
** Actualizing more elements of the design of the tool<br />
** Is out on a server for review as updates continue.<br />
* Preparing for validation of decision trees. <br />
<br />
'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT)''' <br />
* MoAT Small Bets project is analyzing data from Round 4 (Final round)<br />
** Creating a web based working model of the AT Mastery Continuum tool<br />
** Working on a paper doumenting the small bests project and findings to date<br />
* Research Team has submitted 3 additional grant proposals: <br />
** NIDILRR FIP proposal (3 yrs, $600K - Fall 2021) Mastery of AT and Work<br />
** NSF Planning Grant (1 Yr. $150 - Fall 2021) Mastery of AT and Work<br />
** GTRI seed grant: Mastery of AT and the IEP in K-12; 1 Year, $100K<br />
<br />
''' RRTC Grant proposal: AT Impact '''<br />
* One of several projects - 5 years, $500K<br />
* Impact of AT on Community Participation & Independence<br />
** Follow up on the DBHDD clients we saw in 2017-2019 pilot <br />
** Partner with DBHDD - train a cadre of counsellors to identify appropriate AT<br />
** Revise the Foundational Measures Survey & Adapted Student Performance Profile <br />
** Work with DBHDD to develop a cost/benefit measure for the intervention<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Program (ITEP)'''<br />
*Fellow admissions are completed <br />
*Mentor recruitment is completed <br />
**14 students and 14 mentors <br />
*Instruction and Mentorship components have started<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
*Two articles proposed<br />
*Working with John, Guy, and Maureen<br />
<br />
<br />
'''NSF RCN - STEM BUILD Project with NCSU'''<br />
*Working with them as a Steering Committee member <br />
*Tactile Learning Materials in Science Education<br />
*Will be teaching UDL and designing 3D printed learning media <br />
<br />
<br />
'''USG BOR'''<br />
*Working with RACDSP group to add a section to the survey <br />
*Will conduct focus group with the DSPs<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
<br />
'''Data Reminder:''' Don't forget to include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
<br />
'''Updates'''<br />
<br />
*'''Tools for Life'''<br />
**Who is entering their training and presentation data?<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures - Keep working on it! - Liz will reach out.<br />
**Webinar archives - update and organize - Tori<br />
**TFL Website, wiki - Liz, Sam, Tori<br />
**Training plan - host more virtually. This is happening whether it be through Wired Wednesdays, various projects (DAS & CDC, etc.), or individual requests to TFL team members.<br />
**Vaccine Information Collaborative for People with Disabilities and Older Adults - Carolyn, Liz, Trish<br />
***Please share the Accessible Fact Sheet on Creating An Accessible Vaccine Experience https://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=COVID-19_Accessible_Vaccine_Experience<br />
<br />
*'''Credits''' - Training Team <br />
**CEU's - Continuing Education Units approved and distributed by the AAC Institute<br />
**CRC's - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Credits approved and distributed by the Commissioner Rehabilitation Counselor Certification or CRCC <br />
***Guidelines for the application process have changed and are more firm. All applications must be submitted no later than 30 days before the live event. Recordings of sessions must be submitted to CRCC after completion. (Tori is looking into conferences, etc.)<br />
<br />
*'''CDC/CDC Foundation''' - Carolyn-PI, Liz-Co-PI, Trish-Project Support<br />
**COVID-19 Accessible Materials and Culturally Relevant Messages for Individuals with Disabilities<br />
***Have you shared any announcements related to the project? <br />
***Has anyone provided any outreach in the I/DD community for the MTC/easy to read resources and videos?<br />
***Dissemination - project messaging, microsite, presentations, trainings, webinars (Liz, Tori, Shaina, AAHD, and anyone that can assist with outreach)<br />
<br />
*'''Social Media''' - Tori<br />
**Send articles, webinars, videos, general information, etc. to post<br />
<br />
*'''ATAP (AT3)''' - Carolyn, Liz, Trish (support)<br />
**AT Reuse Activities (PIOC)<br />
<br />
*'''Social Isolation/Connectedness Coalition (ACL/n4a)''' - Carolyn, Rachel, Martha, Sal<br />
<br />
*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach''' - Carolyn and Liz<br />
**Check out the [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website] to learn more.<br />
<br />
*''' Webinars'''<br />
**Wired Wednesdays<br />
**ASK series <br />
<br />
*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA''' - Carolyn, Liz, Sam, Raminta<br />
**Outreach & Public Awareness ongoing, Technology and Disability Policy Highlights (TDPH)<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase''' - Carolyn, Liz, Tori<br />
**Focus groups, trainings, webinars<br />
<br />
=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
<br />
*Texthelp Software (4.19.21)<br />
**407,623 licenses provisioned from Texthelp (all three software titles) / 0 not yet provisioned <br />
**122 Districts<br />
<br />
*GaDOE Portal Overview (4.19.21 ) <br />
**287 total registered portal users <br />
** Total of 176 unique LEA’s represented/registered (districts, charters, state schools, GNETS) <br />
<br />
*GaDOE Partnership<br />
**Consultations: follow-ups, new requests, summaries (Martha, DeeDee, & Ben) <br />
**Loans: loan requests, tracking loans, sent out emails for loans that have been out a while w/ survey, & redirecting to the portal (Ciara, DeeDee & Martha) <br />
**Tracking time<br />
**EdTrade (Martha, Ben, Matthew, Ken, & Jerel)<br />
***Soft Launch now with 3 -5 districts – working fast and furious<br />
***Statewide rollout in the late summer / early fall / return to school<br />
**Videos (Ben, Nora, Raminta, Martha, DeeDee, & Ciara)<br />
*** Notes for 3 of videos have been submitted by SME team<br />
*** First video (ALgS) has progressed to story board stage <br />
**Webinars <br />
**Discussion of timelines for Statement of Work (SOW) for AT Partnership Year 3<br />
<br />
*Other <br />
**Accessible Educational Materials (AEM) Cohort work continues<br />
**College Transition Partnership Grant w/ UGA & GSU continues<br />
**Okefenokee RESA AT Consortia presentation – AT Partnership / Tools for Life (completed)<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''== <br />
<br />
*Device Demo 10/1/ 20- Present All Centers 56<br />
*Device Demos 10/1/20- Present TFL 9<br />
<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present All Centers 61<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present TFL 14<br />
<br />
*Device Reutilization 1461<br />
<br />
<br />
*Wired Wednesdays- April was Streamer and they gave a great demo! May will be the Instant Language Translator and June will be Proloquotogo; July and August will be WATAP<br />
*DeeDee, Sal, and Martha presented to the GSU OT class on March 31ST<br />
*Sal and Martha are presenting for a GGS Lunch and Learn on May 11<br />
*DAS Contract has been signed and will need to be completed by end of September<br />
*Meeting with DAS this afternoon to move forward- 39 individuals to receive AT and 16 will have virtual assessments<br />
*Matthew is working on a portal for the DAS Contract <br />
*Will be 4 pieces of training in the DAS Contract<br />
*Working on EdTrade- Gina and Martha last-minute checks and creating How-To Guides<br />
*Working with DOE Collaborations<br />
*Network partners continue to reach out for AT guidance and/or setting up virtual meetings with their clients for AT solutions with TFL<br />
*Sal, Rachel, and Martha are working with Raminta on a video for items in the lab that can address social isolation- Sal did excellent with script- thank you Norah for your suggestions<br />
*ADRC Virtual Conference is free this year, June 16-18- Sal, Rachel, and Martha will be presenting on the 18th; https://aging.georgia.gov/programs-and-services/adrc-healthy-communities-summit<br />
*Sal- Culture Change Network Advisory Council Meeting, April 16 – Rich discussion about many of the issues facing long-term care facilities during this time. Key issues revolved around the importance of immunization of staff, healthcare workers and aides. Unemployment funding and stimulus checks made retaining and attracting staff a significant problem. Significant incentives are being offered to attract new workers. Discussion around need for increasing minimum pay for aides as home care agencies and direct pay are paying more. CARES Act money is allowing for placement of technology in residential facilities. Promoted our CDC work, DAS contract and invited the group to promote our upcoming webinar on immunizations within their organizations.<br />
<br />
=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (John)'''==<br />
*AccessGA <br />
**Georgia Dept. of Economic Development<br />
**Georgia Arts<br />
***technical assistance<br />
<br />
*State ADA Meet & Greet: overview of services<br />
**State ADA Conference webinar: accessibility features of Zoom and Teams<br />
**FY22 AccessGA Deliverables<br />
*ATOB abstract submission <br />
<br />
*National Parks of Boston<br />
**survey results received<br />
**Draft SoW in progress for digital accessibility/disability awareness training<br />
<br />
*Georgia Tech Institute Communications<br />
**MarCom Checklist<br />
<br />
*Georgia Tech Accessibility Policy<br />
*Input from CIDI<br />
<br />
*USG HR<br />
**Web Accessibility Evaluation of employment application<br />
<br />
*Non-Profit Web Accessibility Evaluation<br />
**Decode<br />
<br />
*Summer Semester <br />
**Video updates<br />
**Updates on materials<br />
<br />
=='''AAC Labs (DeeDee)'''==<br />
* Setting up AAC Lab laptop<br />
* working on display equipment order<br />
* Display materials planned: <br />
* Device information <br />
* Posters on elements of AAC and Access (i.e., types of AAC devices, core words, switches, scanning access, etc.)<br />
* Handouts on implementation strategies<br />
<br />
=='''TFL & ADA 30th Celebration'''==<br />
<br />
*https://nationaldaycalendar.com/dyslexia-awareness-month-october/<br />
<br />
*Hashtags:<br />
#ThanksToTheADA <br />
#WhatCanYouDo #ChooseToInclude #Disability #ADA<br />
<br />
*November<br />
**Veterans<br />
***"Honor all who served - In times of war - In times of peace"<br />
<br />
**Publications & Fact Sheets<br />
*Veterans - ADA Fact Sheets & Publications from the ADA National Network<br />
*Veterans Resources from the Southeast ADA Center<br />
*Veterans & Families Resource List from ADA Live!<br />
*ADA Live! Episodes by Topic - veterans<br />
**Social Media<br />
#HONORINGVETS – Show your Support on Twitter<br />
**VAntage Point Blog from U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs<br />
**Greenlight a Vet Program and help show that every Veteran has a story<br />
<br />
*December<br />
**Shaping a Universal Future<br />
***National ADA Symposium - Save the Date! Registration opens in January.<br />
*Resources: International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD)<br />
*United Nations (UN)– International Day of Persons with Disabilities<br />
*Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD)<br />
<br />
**Sharing ADA Stories<br />
*StoryCorps & Disability Visibility Project<br />
*StoryCorps MobileBooth Tour<br />
**ADA Legacy Project - Preserve. Celebrate. Educate.<br />
<br />
=='''Open Enrollment begins October 21st!'''==<br />
*Open Enrollment for 2021 Benefits selection begins tomorrow October 21st and ends November 6th. This is an active enrollment - meaning '''you must log into the system and confirm your benefits even if no changes are being made.''' Additionally, '''you will need to certify you and your dependent(s) (age 18 and older) tobacco use status. Tobacco users will be charged $100 per month, per person for using tobacco products and system automatically defaults to tobacco user.''' <br />
**Open Enrollment Website - https://www.usg.edu/hr/benefits/2021_benefits/your_2021_benefits_centered_on_you<br />
**Virtual Benefits Fair - USG Benefits Fair – October 19th – October 23rd. This event will include live events daily & Vendor 1:1 chats between 10am – 2p. (This event replaces GT Benefits Fair) - https://usg.vfairs.com/<br />
**Benefits Comparison Guide - https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/benefits_docs/2021_Comparison_Guide_PDF.pdf<br />
<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# Complete your Open Enrollment for 2021 - 11/6<br />
# Complete Your GT Compliance - 11/17! <br />
# TH - Create and Share your Social Media posting plan for '''TFL's 30th & ADA's 30th'''.<br />
<br />
*'''S&E and Policy Synergies with Research Presentation Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
** Action: Send out PDF: CP<br />
** Action: TFL Team review & give Feedback<br />
<br />
*'''ACCESS for Aging Well Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
*'''AT Network Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
* '''AT Lending Library Issue'''<br />
**Action: Annabel will set up to Discuss & Resolve with Rachel<br />
<br />
* '''CDC/F Category 3''' <br />
**Action: Send out Announcements Nationally & Reminders - Tori<br />
<br />
*'''TFL Report to HHS | ACL & to Congress'''<br />
**Action: GaDOE Co-Op - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
**Action: CIDI S&E - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
<br />
*'''Ga DAS - Start Date/Nov. 19th Training'''<br />
**Action: CP will get info Jeni</div>Rsatterfield8http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_5/4/2021&diff=5870TFL Team Meeting - 5/4/20212021-05-03T14:44:28Z<p>Rsatterfield8: /* TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn) */</p>
<hr />
<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
<br />
*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
<br />
=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
<br />
1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
<br />
2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
<br />
3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
<br />
<br />
=Agenda=<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* FY20 Performance Evaluations, FY21 Goals, FY21 Telework & FY21 Flex forms <br />
* ‘’’HR’’’<br />
** DeeDee is now reporting to Gina<br />
** In process – Graphic Designer!<br />
** Critical Hire Process: AT Funding Position<br />
** Critical Hire Process: Training Position<br />
** GT Implicit Bias Training!<br />
* GT Future of Work Survey & Focus Groups <br />
** Friday, April 23<br />
** 11 a.m. - Noon<br />
** https://deloitte.zoom.us/j/94260349219?pwd=cHlvR0IrSWc4V2hLaFBlSjZpMnJGUT09<br />
** Also, don't forget to complete the Future of Work survey by Tuesday, April 20 at: https://deloittesurvey.deloitte.com/Community/se/3FC11B266CADB5E1 <br />
* TFL FY21 - GR00008119 Worktag<br />
**AT for Lending? Please, send me a budget & ideas! Ciara 😊<br />
** Ideas?<br />
* '''Projects:'''<br />
*Georgia Division of Aging (DAS) - CARES Act - SIGNED! (Start Date April 2021 - End Sept. 30, 2021!)<br />
** Tori (10% for 12 mths/20% for 6 mths) <br />
** Martha (30% for 12 mths/60% for 6 mths) <br />
** Rachel (60% for 12 mths/90% for 6 mths) <br />
** Ciara (40% for 12 mths/80% for 6 mths) <br />
** Sarah (5% for 12 mths/10% for 6 mths) <br />
** Sal (40% for 12 mths/80% for 6 mth)<br />
* GaDOE FY20 Co-PI Gina & FY 21 - Ben will be increasing his role to help Gina and me!<br />
* GVRA Contract FY 21 - In Discussions with GT Leadership - Co-PI's Martha, Zerrin & Ben<br />
* CDC Contract (12 Mths) - Co-PIs Liz, Johan - NCE through June 30.<br />
* HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** ISO & ICF!<br />
* 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
* Wireless RERC - $35K<br />
* ATAP/AT3 - $8K - Met re: AbleData & Requested $50k.<br />
** GaDOE FY20 Co-PI Gina & FY 21 - Ben will be increasing his role to help Gina and me! (2021 New - Start Jan. 2021)<br />
** GVRA Contract FY 21 - In Discussions with GT Leadership - Co-PI's Martha, Zerrin & Ben<br />
** CDC Contract (12 Mths) - Co-PIs Liz, Johan - NCE through June 30.<br />
** HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
** NEW - Wireless RERC - $35K<br />
** ATAP/AT3 - $8K - Met re: AbleData & Requested $50k.<br />
* '''TFL Strategic Planning - Focused Sessions'''<br />
*Upcoming: <br />
** Leadership & Training - Liz<br />
**Direct Services - Martha<br />
** AAC Lab - DeeDee<br />
** AT Considerations - Gina<br />
** TFL Research - Ben<br />
** TFL into CIDI S&E Research - Zerrin<br />
** Wrap Up & Action Items - CP<br />
<br />
*'''RRTC on Technology Interventions Proposal''' <br />
* Ballenger, Sheryl: Training - C&DMS Manager/Instruction<br />
* Blake, Matthew: Dissemination & TA - IT Lead/Investigator<br />
* Endicott, Sarah: Training & TA - AT Expertise/Training/Outreach - Investigator<br />
* Fahie, Norford: TA - Technical Assistance<br />
* Harris, Fran: Training - Investigator<br />
* Holder, Tori: Training, Dissemination & TA - Social Media Investigator<br />
* Johnson, Heather: Training - Webinar Captioning<br />
* Linden, Maureen: PI<br />
* Milchus, Karen: Training - Investigator<br />
* Persaud, Liz: Project Director Training & Dissemination<br />
* Ondin, Zerrin: Training & TA - Investigator<br />
* Phillips, Carolyn: PI<br />
* Rempel, Johan: Training & TA - Investigator<br />
* Rust, Martha: Training & TA - AT Expertise/Training/Outreach - Investigator<br />
* Sinclair, Norah: Training - Instructional Designer<br />
* Thompson, Ken: Dissemination & TA - IT Developer - Investigator<br />
* Wilson, Rachel: Training - AT Expertise/Training/Outreach - Investigator<br />
* Zebrakaus, Raminta: Training & TA - Video Production<br />
* NEW GRAPHIC DESIGNER: <br />
* Kibler, Sal: Training, Dissemination & TA<br />
<br />
=='''Almost Complete!! CDC/F Trainings & Activities (Category 3) (Carolyn)'''==<br />
*'''COVID-19 Simplified Text 2-Minute Videos'''<br />
**Format: 5 Simplified Text Scripts for 2-minute videos<br />
*New CDCF Contract!<br />
*Vaccine Webinar #1<br />
*Vaccine Webinar #2<br />
<br />
=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates'''==<br />
'''Transition'''<br />
# Credit-Able - to FODAC!!<br />
# Physical files will still remain in Danny's office <br />
<br />
'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Credit-Able applications are on hold<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* ATOB Vol. 15 - Article on DBHDD Project has been released!<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(2) - Public Health: feature our work on CDC Project<br />
** Over 10 articles proposed - call closes in June<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS Project (Decision Tree Project)'''<br />
'''Content'''<br />
* Two presentations in March on job accommodations for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities:<br />
* Raminta is producing a new video for the project that tells the story of how the Work ACCESS tool will work.<br />
* Functioning model took a step forward last week<br />
** Actualizing more elements of the design of the tool<br />
** Is out on a server for review as updates continue.<br />
* Preparing for validation of decision trees. <br />
<br />
'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT)''' <br />
* MoAT Small Bets project is analyzing data from Round 4 (Final round)<br />
** Creating a web based working model of the AT Mastery Continuum tool<br />
** Working on a paper doumenting the small bests project and findings to date<br />
* Research Team has submitted 3 additional grant proposals: <br />
** NIDILRR FIP proposal (3 yrs, $600K - Fall 2021) Mastery of AT and Work<br />
** NSF Planning Grant (1 Yr. $150 - Fall 2021) Mastery of AT and Work<br />
** GTRI seed grant: Mastery of AT and the IEP in K-12; 1 Year, $100K<br />
<br />
''' RRTC Grant proposal: AT Impact '''<br />
* One of several projects - 5 years, $500K<br />
* Follow up on the DBHDD clients we saw in 2017-2019 pilot <br />
** Look at the long term impact of our intervention<br />
** Enhance/perfect the original DBHDD intervention <br />
** Work with another 60 referrals over the curse of the project <br />
* Partner with DBHDD - train a cadre of counsellors to identify appropriate AT<br />
* Revise the Foundational Measures Survey & Adapted Student Performance Profile <br />
* Work with DBHDD to develop a cost/benefit measure for the intervention<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Program (ITEP)'''<br />
*Fellow admissions are completed <br />
*Mentor recruitment is completed <br />
**14 students and 14 mentors <br />
*Instruction and Mentorship components have started<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
*Two articles proposed<br />
*Working with John, Guy, and Maureen<br />
<br />
<br />
'''NSF RCN - STEM BUILD Project with NCSU'''<br />
*Working with them as a Steering Committee member <br />
*Tactile Learning Materials in Science Education<br />
*Will be teaching UDL and designing 3D printed learning media <br />
<br />
<br />
'''USG BOR'''<br />
*Working with RACDSP group to add a section to the survey <br />
*Will conduct focus group with the DSPs<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
<br />
'''Data Reminder:''' Don't forget to include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
<br />
'''Updates'''<br />
<br />
*'''Tools for Life'''<br />
**Who is entering their training and presentation data?<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures - Keep working on it! - Liz will reach out.<br />
**Webinar archives - update and organize - Tori<br />
**TFL Website, wiki - Liz, Sam, Tori<br />
**Training plan - host more virtually. This is happening whether it be through Wired Wednesdays, various projects (DAS & CDC, etc.), or individual requests to TFL team members.<br />
**Vaccine Information Collaborative for People with Disabilities and Older Adults - Carolyn, Liz, Trish<br />
***Please share the Accessible Fact Sheet on Creating An Accessible Vaccine Experience https://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=COVID-19_Accessible_Vaccine_Experience<br />
<br />
*'''Credits''' - Training Team <br />
**CEU's - Continuing Education Units approved and distributed by the AAC Institute<br />
**CRC's - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Credits approved and distributed by the Commissioner Rehabilitation Counselor Certification or CRCC <br />
***Guidelines for the application process have changed and are more firm. All applications must be submitted no later than 30 days before the live event. Recordings of sessions must be submitted to CRCC after completion. (Tori is looking into conferences, etc.)<br />
<br />
*'''CDC/CDC Foundation''' - Carolyn-PI, Liz-Co-PI, Trish-Project Support<br />
**COVID-19 Accessible Materials and Culturally Relevant Messages for Individuals with Disabilities<br />
***Have you shared any announcements related to the project? <br />
***Has anyone provided any outreach in the I/DD community for the MTC/easy to read resources and videos?<br />
***Dissemination - project messaging, microsite, presentations, trainings, webinars (Liz, Tori, Shaina, AAHD, and anyone that can assist with outreach)<br />
<br />
*'''Social Media''' - Tori<br />
**Send articles, webinars, videos, general information, etc. to post<br />
<br />
*'''ATAP (AT3)''' - Carolyn, Liz, Trish (support)<br />
**AT Reuse Activities (PIOC)<br />
<br />
*'''Social Isolation/Connectedness Coalition (ACL/n4a)''' - Carolyn, Rachel, Martha, Sal<br />
<br />
*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach''' - Carolyn and Liz<br />
**Check out the [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website] to learn more.<br />
<br />
*''' Webinars'''<br />
**Wired Wednesdays<br />
**ASK series <br />
<br />
*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA''' - Carolyn, Liz, Sam, Raminta<br />
**Outreach & Public Awareness ongoing, Technology and Disability Policy Highlights (TDPH)<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase''' - Carolyn, Liz, Tori<br />
**Focus groups, trainings, webinars<br />
<br />
=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
<br />
*Texthelp Software (4.19.21)<br />
**407,623 licenses provisioned from Texthelp (all three software titles) / 0 not yet provisioned <br />
**122 Districts<br />
<br />
*GaDOE Portal Overview (4.19.21 ) <br />
**287 total registered portal users <br />
** Total of 176 unique LEA’s represented/registered (districts, charters, state schools, GNETS) <br />
<br />
*GaDOE Partnership<br />
**Consultations: follow-ups, new requests, summaries (Martha, DeeDee, & Ben) <br />
**Loans: loan requests, tracking loans, sent out emails for loans that have been out a while w/ survey, & redirecting to the portal (Ciara, DeeDee & Martha) <br />
**Tracking time<br />
**EdTrade (Martha, Ben, Matthew, Ken, & Jerel)<br />
***Soft Launch now with 3 -5 districts – working fast and furious<br />
***Statewide rollout in the late summer / early fall / return to school<br />
**Videos (Ben, Nora, Raminta, Martha, DeeDee, & Ciara)<br />
*** Notes for 3 of videos have been submitted by SME team<br />
*** First video (ALgS) has progressed to story board stage <br />
**Webinars <br />
**Discussion of timelines for Statement of Work (SOW) for AT Partnership Year 3<br />
<br />
*Other <br />
**Accessible Educational Materials (AEM) Cohort work continues<br />
**College Transition Partnership Grant w/ UGA & GSU continues<br />
**Okefenokee RESA AT Consortia presentation – AT Partnership / Tools for Life (completed)<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''== <br />
<br />
*Device Demo 10/1/ 20- Present All Centers 56<br />
*Device Demos 10/1/20- Present TFL 9<br />
<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present All Centers 61<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present TFL 14<br />
<br />
*Device Reutilization 1461<br />
<br />
<br />
*Wired Wednesdays- April was Streamer and they gave a great demo! May will be the Instant Language Translator and June will be Proloquotogo; July and August will be WATAP<br />
*DeeDee, Sal, and Martha presented to the GSU OT class on March 31ST<br />
*Sal and Martha are presenting for a GGS Lunch and Learn on May 11<br />
*DAS Contract has been signed and will need to be completed by end of September<br />
*Meeting with DAS this afternoon to move forward- 39 individuals to receive AT and 16 will have virtual assessments<br />
*Matthew is working on a portal for the DAS Contract <br />
*Will be 4 pieces of training in the DAS Contract<br />
*Working on EdTrade- Gina and Martha last-minute checks and creating How-To Guides<br />
*Working with DOE Collaborations<br />
*Network partners continue to reach out for AT guidance and/or setting up virtual meetings with their clients for AT solutions with TFL<br />
*Sal, Rachel, and Martha are working with Raminta on a video for items in the lab that can address social isolation- Sal did excellent with script- thank you Norah for your suggestions<br />
*ADRC Virtual Conference is free this year, June 16-18- Sal, Rachel, and Martha will be presenting on the 18th; https://aging.georgia.gov/programs-and-services/adrc-healthy-communities-summit<br />
*Sal- Culture Change Network Advisory Council Meeting, April 16 – Rich discussion about many of the issues facing long-term care facilities during this time. Key issues revolved around the importance of immunization of staff, healthcare workers and aides. Unemployment funding and stimulus checks made retaining and attracting staff a significant problem. Significant incentives are being offered to attract new workers. Discussion around need for increasing minimum pay for aides as home care agencies and direct pay are paying more. CARES Act money is allowing for placement of technology in residential facilities. Promoted our CDC work, DAS contract and invited the group to promote our upcoming webinar on immunizations within their organizations.<br />
<br />
=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (John)'''==<br />
*AccessGA <br />
**Georgia Dept. of Economic Development<br />
**Georgia Arts<br />
***technical assistance<br />
<br />
*State ADA Meet & Greet: overview of services<br />
**State ADA Conference webinar: accessibility features of Zoom and Teams<br />
**FY22 AccessGA Deliverables<br />
*ATOB abstract submission <br />
<br />
*National Parks of Boston<br />
**survey results received<br />
**Draft SoW in progress for digital accessibility/disability awareness training<br />
<br />
*Georgia Tech Institute Communications<br />
**MarCom Checklist<br />
<br />
*Georgia Tech Accessibility Policy<br />
*Input from CIDI<br />
<br />
*USG HR<br />
**Web Accessibility Evaluation of employment application<br />
<br />
*Non-Profit Web Accessibility Evaluation<br />
**Decode<br />
<br />
*Summer Semester <br />
**Video updates<br />
**Updates on materials<br />
<br />
=='''AAC Labs (DeeDee)'''==<br />
* Setting up AAC Lab laptop<br />
* working on display equipment order<br />
* Display materials planned: <br />
* Device information <br />
* Posters on elements of AAC and Access (i.e., types of AAC devices, core words, switches, scanning access, etc.)<br />
* Handouts on implementation strategies<br />
<br />
=='''TFL & ADA 30th Celebration'''==<br />
<br />
*https://nationaldaycalendar.com/dyslexia-awareness-month-october/<br />
<br />
*Hashtags:<br />
#ThanksToTheADA <br />
#WhatCanYouDo #ChooseToInclude #Disability #ADA<br />
<br />
*November<br />
**Veterans<br />
***"Honor all who served - In times of war - In times of peace"<br />
<br />
**Publications & Fact Sheets<br />
*Veterans - ADA Fact Sheets & Publications from the ADA National Network<br />
*Veterans Resources from the Southeast ADA Center<br />
*Veterans & Families Resource List from ADA Live!<br />
*ADA Live! Episodes by Topic - veterans<br />
**Social Media<br />
#HONORINGVETS – Show your Support on Twitter<br />
**VAntage Point Blog from U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs<br />
**Greenlight a Vet Program and help show that every Veteran has a story<br />
<br />
*December<br />
**Shaping a Universal Future<br />
***National ADA Symposium - Save the Date! Registration opens in January.<br />
*Resources: International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD)<br />
*United Nations (UN)– International Day of Persons with Disabilities<br />
*Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD)<br />
<br />
**Sharing ADA Stories<br />
*StoryCorps & Disability Visibility Project<br />
*StoryCorps MobileBooth Tour<br />
**ADA Legacy Project - Preserve. Celebrate. Educate.<br />
<br />
=='''Open Enrollment begins October 21st!'''==<br />
*Open Enrollment for 2021 Benefits selection begins tomorrow October 21st and ends November 6th. This is an active enrollment - meaning '''you must log into the system and confirm your benefits even if no changes are being made.''' Additionally, '''you will need to certify you and your dependent(s) (age 18 and older) tobacco use status. Tobacco users will be charged $100 per month, per person for using tobacco products and system automatically defaults to tobacco user.''' <br />
**Open Enrollment Website - https://www.usg.edu/hr/benefits/2021_benefits/your_2021_benefits_centered_on_you<br />
**Virtual Benefits Fair - USG Benefits Fair – October 19th – October 23rd. This event will include live events daily & Vendor 1:1 chats between 10am – 2p. (This event replaces GT Benefits Fair) - https://usg.vfairs.com/<br />
**Benefits Comparison Guide - https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/benefits_docs/2021_Comparison_Guide_PDF.pdf<br />
<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# Complete your Open Enrollment for 2021 - 11/6<br />
# Complete Your GT Compliance - 11/17! <br />
# TH - Create and Share your Social Media posting plan for '''TFL's 30th & ADA's 30th'''.<br />
<br />
*'''S&E and Policy Synergies with Research Presentation Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
** Action: Send out PDF: CP<br />
** Action: TFL Team review & give Feedback<br />
<br />
*'''ACCESS for Aging Well Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
*'''AT Network Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
* '''AT Lending Library Issue'''<br />
**Action: Annabel will set up to Discuss & Resolve with Rachel<br />
<br />
* '''CDC/F Category 3''' <br />
**Action: Send out Announcements Nationally & Reminders - Tori<br />
<br />
*'''TFL Report to HHS | ACL & to Congress'''<br />
**Action: GaDOE Co-Op - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
**Action: CIDI S&E - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
<br />
*'''Ga DAS - Start Date/Nov. 19th Training'''<br />
**Action: CP will get info Jeni</div>Rsatterfield8http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_5/4/2021&diff=5869TFL Team Meeting - 5/4/20212021-05-03T14:30:52Z<p>Rsatterfield8: /* TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn) */</p>
<hr />
<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
<br />
*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
<br />
=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
<br />
1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
<br />
2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
<br />
3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
<br />
<br />
=Agenda=<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* FY20 Performance Evaluations, FY21 Goals, FY21 Telework & FY21 Flex forms <br />
* ‘’’HR’’’<br />
** DeeDee is now reporting to Gina<br />
** In process – Graphic Designer!<br />
** Critical Hire Process: AT Funding Position<br />
** Critical Hire Process: Training Position<br />
** GT Implicit Bias Training!<br />
* GT Future of Work Survey & Focus Groups <br />
** Friday, April 23<br />
** 11 a.m. - Noon<br />
** https://deloitte.zoom.us/j/94260349219?pwd=cHlvR0IrSWc4V2hLaFBlSjZpMnJGUT09<br />
** Also, don't forget to complete the Future of Work survey by Tuesday, April 20 at: https://deloittesurvey.deloitte.com/Community/se/3FC11B266CADB5E1 <br />
* TFL FY21 - GR00008119 Worktag<br />
**AT for Lending? Please, send me a budget & ideas! Ciara 😊<br />
** Ideas?<br />
* '''Projects:'''<br />
*Georgia Division of Aging (DAS) - CARES Act - SIGNED! (Start Date April 2021 - End Sept. 30, 2021!)<br />
** Tori (10% for 12 mths/20% for 6 mths) <br />
** Martha (30% for 12 mths/60% for 6 mths) <br />
** Rachel (60% for 12 mths/90% for 6 mths) <br />
** Ciara (40% for 12 mths/80% for 6 mths) <br />
** Sarah (5% for 12 mths/10% for 6 mths) <br />
** Sal (40% for 12 mths/80% for 6 mth)<br />
* GaDOE FY20 Co-PI Gina & FY 21 - Ben will be increasing his role to help Gina and me!<br />
* GVRA Contract FY 21 - In Discussions with GT Leadership - Co-PI's Martha, Zerrin & Ben<br />
* CDC Contract (12 Mths) - Co-PIs Liz, Johan - NCE through June 30.<br />
* HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** ISO & ICF!<br />
* 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
* Wireless RERC - $35K<br />
* ATAP/AT3 - $8K - Met re: AbleData & Requested $50k.<br />
** GaDOE FY20 Co-PI Gina & FY 21 - Ben will be increasing his role to help Gina and me! (2021 New - Start Jan. 2021)<br />
** GVRA Contract FY 21 - In Discussions with GT Leadership - Co-PI's Martha, Zerrin & Ben<br />
** CDC Contract (12 Mths) - Co-PIs Liz, Johan - NCE through June 30.<br />
** HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
** NEW - Wireless RERC - $35K<br />
** ATAP/AT3 - $8K - Met re: AbleData & Requested $50k.<br />
* '''TFL Strategic Planning - Focused Sessions'''<br />
*Upcoming: <br />
** Leadership & Training - Liz<br />
**Direct Services - Martha<br />
** AAC Lab - DeeDee<br />
** AT Considerations - Gina<br />
** TFL Research - Ben<br />
** TFL into CIDI S&E Research - Zerrin<br />
** Wrap Up & Action Items - CP<br />
<br />
*'''RRTC on Technology Interventions Proposal''' <br />
* Ballenger, Sheryl: Training - C&DMS Manager/Instruction<br />
* Blake, Matthew: Dissemination & TA - IT Lead/Investigator<br />
* Endicott, Sarah: Training & TA - AT Expertise/Training/Outreach - Investigator<br />
* Fahie, Norford: TA - Technical Assistance<br />
* Harris, Fran: Training - Investigator<br />
* Holder, Tori: Training, Dissemination & TA - Social Media Investigator<br />
* Johnson, Heather: Training - Webinar Captioning<br />
* Linden, Maureen: PI<br />
* Milchus, Karen: Training - Investigator<br />
* Persaud, Liz: Project Director Training & Dissemination<br />
* Ondin, Zerrin: Training & TA - Investigator<br />
* Phillips, Carolyn: PI<br />
* Rempel, Johan: Training & TA - Investigator<br />
* Rust, Martha: Training & TA - AT Expertise/Training/Outreach - Investigator<br />
* Sinclair, Norah: Training - Instructional Designer<br />
* Thompson, Ken: Dissemination & TA - IT Developer - Investigator<br />
* Wilson, Rachel: Training - AT Expertise/Training/Outreach - Investigator<br />
* Zebrakaus, Raminta: Training & TA - Video Production<br />
* NEW GRAPHIC DESIGNER: <br />
* Kibler, Sal: Training, Dissemination & TA<br />
<br />
=='''Almost Complete!! CDC/F Trainings & Activities (Category 3) (Carolyn)'''==<br />
*'''COVID-19 Simplified Text 2-Minute Videos'''<br />
**Format: 5 Simplified Text Scripts for 2-minute videos<br />
*New CDCF Contract!<br />
*Vaccine Webinar #1<br />
*Vaccine Webinar #2<br />
<br />
=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates'''==<br />
'''Transition'''<br />
# Credit-Able - to FODAC!!<br />
# Physical files will still remain in Danny's office <br />
<br />
'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Credit-Able applications are on hold<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* ATOB Vol. 15 - Article on DBHDD Project has been released!<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(2) - Public Health: feature our work on CDC Project<br />
** Over 10 articles proposed - call closes in June<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS Project (Decision Tree Project)'''<br />
'''Content'''<br />
* Two presentations in March on job accommodations for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities:<br />
** Webinar Tues. March 23 - part of Advancing Employment Initiative, An Employer’s Guide To Workplace Accommodations for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities<br />
*** part of UGA's Institute on Human Development and Disability's Best Practices in Employment Supports project. <br />
** Webinar Wed. March 24 - Wired Wednesday series: Cognitive Aids in the Workplace: time management and learning new tasks<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS Programming '''<br />
* Functioning model is out on a server for preliminary review. <br />
* More robust version is nearing release. <br />
<br />
'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT)''' <br />
* MoAT Small Bets project is analyzing data from Round 4 (Final round)<br />
** Creating a web based working model of the AT Mastery Continuum tool<br />
** Working on a paper doumenting the small bests project and findings to date<br />
* Research Team has submitted 3 additional grant proposals: <br />
** NIDILRR FIP proposal (3 yrs, $600K - Fall 2021) Mastery of AT and Work<br />
** NSF Planning Grant (1 Yr. $150 - Fall 2021) Mastery of AT and Work<br />
** GTRI seed grant: Mastery of AT and the IEP in K-12; 1 Year, $100K<br />
<br />
''' RRTC Grant proposal: AT Impact '''<br />
* One of several projects - 5 years, $500K<br />
* Follow up on the DBHDD clients we saw in 2017-2019 pilot <br />
** Look at the long term impact of our intervention<br />
** Enhance/perfect the original DBHDD intervention <br />
** Work with another 60 referrals over the curse of the project <br />
* Partner with DBHDD - train a cadre of counsellors to identify appropriate AT<br />
* Revise the Foundational Measures Survey & Adapted Student Performance Profile <br />
* Work with DBHDD to develop a cost/benefit measure for the intervention<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Program (ITEP)'''<br />
*Fellow admissions are completed <br />
*Mentor recruitment is completed <br />
**14 students and 14 mentors <br />
*Instruction and Mentorship components have started<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
*Two articles proposed<br />
*Working with John, Guy, and Maureen<br />
<br />
<br />
'''NSF RCN - STEM BUILD Project with NCSU'''<br />
*Working with them as a Steering Committee member <br />
*Tactile Learning Materials in Science Education<br />
*Will be teaching UDL and designing 3D printed learning media <br />
<br />
<br />
'''USG BOR'''<br />
*Working with RACDSP group to add a section to the survey <br />
*Will conduct focus group with the DSPs<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
<br />
'''Data Reminder:''' Don't forget to include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
<br />
'''Updates'''<br />
<br />
*'''Tools for Life'''<br />
**Who is entering their training and presentation data?<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures - Keep working on it! - Liz will reach out.<br />
**Webinar archives - update and organize - Tori<br />
**TFL Website, wiki - Liz, Sam, Tori<br />
**Training plan - host more virtually. This is happening whether it be through Wired Wednesdays, various projects (DAS & CDC, etc.), or individual requests to TFL team members.<br />
**Vaccine Information Collaborative for People with Disabilities and Older Adults - Carolyn, Liz, Trish<br />
***Please share the Accessible Fact Sheet on Creating An Accessible Vaccine Experience https://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=COVID-19_Accessible_Vaccine_Experience<br />
<br />
*'''Credits''' - Training Team <br />
**CEU's - Continuing Education Units approved and distributed by the AAC Institute<br />
**CRC's - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Credits approved and distributed by the Commissioner Rehabilitation Counselor Certification or CRCC <br />
***Guidelines for the application process have changed and are more firm. All applications must be submitted no later than 30 days before the live event. Recordings of sessions must be submitted to CRCC after completion. (Tori is looking into conferences, etc.)<br />
<br />
*'''CDC/CDC Foundation''' - Carolyn-PI, Liz-Co-PI, Trish-Project Support<br />
**COVID-19 Accessible Materials and Culturally Relevant Messages for Individuals with Disabilities<br />
***Have you shared any announcements related to the project? <br />
***Has anyone provided any outreach in the I/DD community for the MTC/easy to read resources and videos?<br />
***Dissemination - project messaging, microsite, presentations, trainings, webinars (Liz, Tori, Shaina, AAHD, and anyone that can assist with outreach)<br />
<br />
*'''Social Media''' - Tori<br />
**Send articles, webinars, videos, general information, etc. to post<br />
<br />
*'''ATAP (AT3)''' - Carolyn, Liz, Trish (support)<br />
**AT Reuse Activities (PIOC)<br />
<br />
*'''Social Isolation/Connectedness Coalition (ACL/n4a)''' - Carolyn, Rachel, Martha, Sal<br />
<br />
*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach''' - Carolyn and Liz<br />
**Check out the [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website] to learn more.<br />
<br />
*''' Webinars'''<br />
**Wired Wednesdays<br />
**ASK series <br />
<br />
*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA''' - Carolyn, Liz, Sam, Raminta<br />
**Outreach & Public Awareness ongoing, Technology and Disability Policy Highlights (TDPH)<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase''' - Carolyn, Liz, Tori<br />
**Focus groups, trainings, webinars<br />
<br />
=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
<br />
*Texthelp Software (4.19.21)<br />
**407,623 licenses provisioned from Texthelp (all three software titles) / 0 not yet provisioned <br />
**122 Districts<br />
<br />
*GaDOE Portal Overview (4.19.21 ) <br />
**287 total registered portal users <br />
** Total of 176 unique LEA’s represented/registered (districts, charters, state schools, GNETS) <br />
<br />
*GaDOE Partnership<br />
**Consultations: follow-ups, new requests, summaries (Martha, DeeDee, & Ben) <br />
**Loans: loan requests, tracking loans, sent out emails for loans that have been out a while w/ survey, & redirecting to the portal (Ciara, DeeDee & Martha) <br />
**Tracking time<br />
**EdTrade (Martha, Ben, Matthew, Ken, & Jerel)<br />
***Soft Launch now with 3 -5 districts – working fast and furious<br />
***Statewide rollout in the late summer / early fall / return to school<br />
**Videos (Ben, Nora, Raminta, Martha, DeeDee, & Ciara)<br />
*** Notes for 3 of videos have been submitted by SME team<br />
*** First video (ALgS) has progressed to story board stage <br />
**Webinars <br />
**Discussion of timelines for Statement of Work (SOW) for AT Partnership Year 3<br />
<br />
*Other <br />
**Accessible Educational Materials (AEM) Cohort work continues<br />
**College Transition Partnership Grant w/ UGA & GSU continues<br />
**Okefenokee RESA AT Consortia presentation – AT Partnership / Tools for Life (completed)<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''== <br />
<br />
*Device Demo 10/1/ 20- Present All Centers 56<br />
*Device Demos 10/1/20- Present TFL 9<br />
<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present All Centers 61<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present TFL 14<br />
<br />
*Device Reutilization 1461<br />
<br />
<br />
*Wired Wednesdays- April was Streamer and they gave a great demo! May will be the Instant Language Translator and June will be Proloquotogo; July and August will be WATAP<br />
*DeeDee, Sal, and Martha presented to the GSU OT class on March 31ST<br />
*Sal and Martha are presenting for a GGS Lunch and Learn on May 11<br />
*DAS Contract has been signed and will need to be completed by end of September<br />
*Meeting with DAS this afternoon to move forward- 39 individuals to receive AT and 16 will have virtual assessments<br />
*Matthew is working on a portal for the DAS Contract <br />
*Will be 4 pieces of training in the DAS Contract<br />
*Working on EdTrade- Gina and Martha last-minute checks and creating How-To Guides<br />
*Working with DOE Collaborations<br />
*Network partners continue to reach out for AT guidance and/or setting up virtual meetings with their clients for AT solutions with TFL<br />
*Sal, Rachel, and Martha are working with Raminta on a video for items in the lab that can address social isolation- Sal did excellent with script- thank you Norah for your suggestions<br />
*ADRC Virtual Conference is free this year, June 16-18- Sal, Rachel, and Martha will be presenting on the 18th; https://aging.georgia.gov/programs-and-services/adrc-healthy-communities-summit<br />
*Sal- Culture Change Network Advisory Council Meeting, April 16 – Rich discussion about many of the issues facing long-term care facilities during this time. Key issues revolved around the importance of immunization of staff, healthcare workers and aides. Unemployment funding and stimulus checks made retaining and attracting staff a significant problem. Significant incentives are being offered to attract new workers. Discussion around need for increasing minimum pay for aides as home care agencies and direct pay are paying more. CARES Act money is allowing for placement of technology in residential facilities. Promoted our CDC work, DAS contract and invited the group to promote our upcoming webinar on immunizations within their organizations.<br />
<br />
=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (John)'''==<br />
*AccessGA <br />
**Georgia Dept. of Economic Development<br />
**Georgia Arts<br />
***technical assistance<br />
<br />
*State ADA Meet & Greet: overview of services<br />
**State ADA Conference webinar: accessibility features of Zoom and Teams<br />
**FY22 AccessGA Deliverables<br />
*ATOB abstract submission <br />
<br />
*National Parks of Boston<br />
**survey results received<br />
**Draft SoW in progress for digital accessibility/disability awareness training<br />
<br />
*Georgia Tech Institute Communications<br />
**MarCom Checklist<br />
<br />
*Georgia Tech Accessibility Policy<br />
*Input from CIDI<br />
<br />
*USG HR<br />
**Web Accessibility Evaluation of employment application<br />
<br />
*Non-Profit Web Accessibility Evaluation<br />
**Decode<br />
<br />
*Summer Semester <br />
**Video updates<br />
**Updates on materials<br />
<br />
=='''AAC Labs (DeeDee)'''==<br />
* Setting up AAC Lab laptop<br />
* working on display equipment order<br />
* Display materials planned: <br />
* Device information <br />
* Posters on elements of AAC and Access (i.e., types of AAC devices, core words, switches, scanning access, etc.)<br />
* Handouts on implementation strategies<br />
<br />
=='''TFL & ADA 30th Celebration'''==<br />
<br />
*https://nationaldaycalendar.com/dyslexia-awareness-month-october/<br />
<br />
*Hashtags:<br />
#ThanksToTheADA <br />
#WhatCanYouDo #ChooseToInclude #Disability #ADA<br />
<br />
*November<br />
**Veterans<br />
***"Honor all who served - In times of war - In times of peace"<br />
<br />
**Publications & Fact Sheets<br />
*Veterans - ADA Fact Sheets & Publications from the ADA National Network<br />
*Veterans Resources from the Southeast ADA Center<br />
*Veterans & Families Resource List from ADA Live!<br />
*ADA Live! Episodes by Topic - veterans<br />
**Social Media<br />
#HONORINGVETS – Show your Support on Twitter<br />
**VAntage Point Blog from U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs<br />
**Greenlight a Vet Program and help show that every Veteran has a story<br />
<br />
*December<br />
**Shaping a Universal Future<br />
***National ADA Symposium - Save the Date! Registration opens in January.<br />
*Resources: International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD)<br />
*United Nations (UN)– International Day of Persons with Disabilities<br />
*Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD)<br />
<br />
**Sharing ADA Stories<br />
*StoryCorps & Disability Visibility Project<br />
*StoryCorps MobileBooth Tour<br />
**ADA Legacy Project - Preserve. Celebrate. Educate.<br />
<br />
=='''Open Enrollment begins October 21st!'''==<br />
*Open Enrollment for 2021 Benefits selection begins tomorrow October 21st and ends November 6th. This is an active enrollment - meaning '''you must log into the system and confirm your benefits even if no changes are being made.''' Additionally, '''you will need to certify you and your dependent(s) (age 18 and older) tobacco use status. Tobacco users will be charged $100 per month, per person for using tobacco products and system automatically defaults to tobacco user.''' <br />
**Open Enrollment Website - https://www.usg.edu/hr/benefits/2021_benefits/your_2021_benefits_centered_on_you<br />
**Virtual Benefits Fair - USG Benefits Fair – October 19th – October 23rd. This event will include live events daily & Vendor 1:1 chats between 10am – 2p. (This event replaces GT Benefits Fair) - https://usg.vfairs.com/<br />
**Benefits Comparison Guide - https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/benefits_docs/2021_Comparison_Guide_PDF.pdf<br />
<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# Complete your Open Enrollment for 2021 - 11/6<br />
# Complete Your GT Compliance - 11/17! <br />
# TH - Create and Share your Social Media posting plan for '''TFL's 30th & ADA's 30th'''.<br />
<br />
*'''S&E and Policy Synergies with Research Presentation Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
** Action: Send out PDF: CP<br />
** Action: TFL Team review & give Feedback<br />
<br />
*'''ACCESS for Aging Well Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
*'''AT Network Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
* '''AT Lending Library Issue'''<br />
**Action: Annabel will set up to Discuss & Resolve with Rachel<br />
<br />
* '''CDC/F Category 3''' <br />
**Action: Send out Announcements Nationally & Reminders - Tori<br />
<br />
*'''TFL Report to HHS | ACL & to Congress'''<br />
**Action: GaDOE Co-Op - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
**Action: CIDI S&E - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
<br />
*'''Ga DAS - Start Date/Nov. 19th Training'''<br />
**Action: CP will get info Jeni</div>Rsatterfield8http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_4/20/2021&diff=5834TFL Team Meeting - 4/20/20212021-04-20T13:33:37Z<p>Rsatterfield8: /* TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina) */</p>
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<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
<br />
*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
<br />
=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
<br />
1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
<br />
2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
<br />
3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
<br />
<br />
=Agenda=<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* FY20 Performance Evaluations, FY21 Goals, FY21 Telework & FY21 Flexforms <br />
* GT Future of Work Survey & Focus Groups <br />
** Friday, April 23<br />
** 11 a.m. - Noon<br />
** https://deloitte.zoom.us/j/94260349219?pwd=cHlvR0IrSWc4V2hLaFBlSjZpMnJGUT09<br />
** Also, don't forget to complete the Future of Work survey by<br />
Tuesday, April 20 at: https://deloittesurvey.deloitte.com/Community/se/3FC11B266CADB5E1 <br />
* TFL FY21 - GR00008119 Worktag (1st CR $130,959)<br />
* Projects:<br />
** Georgia Division of Aging (DAS) - CARES Act - Combining SOW & Budgets with ~$26k increase! (Start Date Jan. 2021)<br />
** GaDOE FY20 Co-PI Gina & FY 21 - Ben will be increasing his role to help Gina and me! (2021 New - Start Jan. 2021)<br />
** GVRA Contract FY 21 - In Discussions with GT Leadership - Co-PI's Martha, Zerrin & Ben<br />
** CDC Contract (12 Mths) - Co-PIs Liz, Johan - NCE through June 30.<br />
** HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
** NEW - Wireless RERC - $35K<br />
** ATAP/AT3 - $8K - Met re: AbleData & Requested $50k.<br />
* '''TFL Strategic Planning - Focused Sessions'''<br />
**What do you think?<br />
<br />
=='''Almost Complete!! CDC/F Trainings & Activities (Category 3) (Carolyn)'''==<br />
**'''COVID-19: Apps for Promoting Independence and Safety - Complete!''' <br />
**'''COVID-19: Sanitization of Personal Durable Medical Equipment (DME) - Complete!''' <br />
**'''A Closer Look: Face Masks and People with Disabilities - Complete!'''<br />
**'''A Closer Look: Mental Health and Resilience within the Disability Community during COVID-19 - Complete!'''<br />
**'''Making Social Media Accessible for People with Disabilities'''<br />
**'''A Closer Look: Guidance for Business and Employers Considering the Needs of People with Disabilities during COVID-19''' <br />
<br />
**'''COVID-19 Simplified Text 2-Minute Videos'''<br />
***Format: Simplified Text Scripts for 2-minute videos<br />
***DRAFT Video Description:<br />
***These 2-minute videos will demonstrate information found in the CDC guidance related to COVID-19 to more effectively communicate vital information to individuals with limited literacy skills who would benefit from Simplified Text (at grade level 3 or below). <br />
***Target Audience:<br />
***This is an introductory-intermediate level video intended for anyone interested in learning more about COVID-19 and for individuals who would benefit from information in Simplified Text. <br />
***Presenters: ? A user/presenter??<br />
***Facilitators: Carolyn Phillips, Karen Erickson<br />
***Content Development: Norah Sinclair<br />
***Tentative Date(s) of release, depending upon approval: February 17, 2021<br />
<br />
*New CDCF Contract!<br />
*Vaccine Webinar #1<br />
*Vaccine Webinar #2<br />
<br />
=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates'''==<br />
'''Transition'''<br />
# Credit-Able - Who can help?<br />
# Voice messages on Danny's line - how is that going to be handled?<br />
# Deliverables on Grants & Contracts - Who can help?<br />
# Physical files will still remain in Danny's office <br />
<br />
'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Credit-Able applications are on hold until 1/15/21<br />
<br />
'''Presentations''' <br />
# Social media presentation is being developed with Tori and John- being presented TOMORROW<br />
<br />
'''Other Updates'''<br />
#<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* ATOB Vol. 15 - Article on DBHDD Project has been released!<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(2) - Public Health: feature our work on CDC Project<br />
** Over 10 articles proposed - call closes in June<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS Project (Decision Tree Project)'''<br />
'''Content'''<br />
* Two presentations in March on job accommodations for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities:<br />
** Webinar Tues. March 23 - part of Advancing Employment Initiative, An Employer’s Guide To Workplace Accommodations for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities<br />
*** part of UGA's Institute on Human Development and Disability's Best Practices in Employment Supports project. <br />
** Webinar Wed. March 24 - Wired Wednesday series: Cognitive Aids in the Workplace: time management and learning new tasks<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS Programming '''<br />
* Functioning model is out on a server for preliminary review. <br />
* More robust version is nearing release. <br />
<br />
'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT)''' <br />
* MoAT Small Bets project is analyzing data from Round 4 (Final round)<br />
* Research Team is applying for a GTRI seed grant: Mastery of AT and the IEP in K-12 <br />
** 1 Year, $100K<br />
** Build a web-based tool for use by IEP teams <br />
** Help us validate our Mastery of AT Tool <br />
** Plan research questions and methodology for a larger Education grant in future<br />
* Research Team has also submitted: <br />
** NIDILRR FIP proposal (3 yrs, $600K - Fall 2021) Mastery of AT and Work<br />
** NSF Planning Grant (1 Yr. $150 - Fall 2021) Mastery of AT and Work<br />
<br />
''' RRTC Grant proposal: AT Impact '''<br />
* One of several projects - 5 years, $500K<br />
* Follow up on the DBHDD clients we saw in 2017-2019 pilot <br />
** Look at the long term impact of our intervention<br />
** Enhance/perfect the original DBHDD intervention <br />
** Work with another 60 referrals over the curse of the project <br />
* Partner with DBHDD - train a cadre of counsellors to identify appropriate AT<br />
* Revise the Foundational Measures Survey & Adapted Student Performance Profile <br />
* Work with DBHDD to develop a cost/benefit measure for the intervention<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Fellowship (ITEP)'''<br />
*Fellow applications are in<br />
**Evaluating the applications<br />
*Mentor recruitment is in progress <br />
*Planning stage for the ITEP will take place January through March<br />
**We are working on designing the instruction component <br />
<br />
<br />
'''NSF Proposal'''<br />
*Submitted<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Institute Research Awards Selection Committee 2021'''<br />
*Serving to represent College of Design<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
<br />
'''Data Reminder:''' Don't forget to include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
<br />
'''Updates'''<br />
<br />
*'''Tools for Life'''<br />
**Who is entering their training and presentation data?<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures - Keep working on it! - Liz will reach out.<br />
**Webinar archives - update and organize - Tori<br />
**TFL Website, wiki - Liz, Sam, Tori<br />
**Training plan - host more virtually. This is happening whether it be through Wired Wednesdays, various projects (DAS & CDC, etc.), or individual requests to TFL team members.<br />
**Vaccine Information Collaborative for People with Disabilities and Older Adults - Carolyn, Liz, Trish<br />
***Please share the Accessible Fact Sheet on Creating An Accessible Vaccine Experience https://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=COVID-19_Accessible_Vaccine_Experience<br />
<br />
*'''Credits''' - Training Team <br />
**CEU's - Continuing Education Units approved and distributed by the AAC Institute<br />
**CRC's - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Credits approved and distributed by the Commissioner Rehabilitation Counselor Certification or CRCC <br />
***Guidelines for the application process have changed and are more firm. All applications must be submitted no later than 30 days before the live event. Recordings of sessions must be submitted to CRCC after completion. (Tori is looking into conferences, etc.)<br />
<br />
*'''CDC/CDC Foundation''' - Carolyn-PI, Liz-Co-PI, Trish-Project Support<br />
**COVID-19 Accessible Materials and Culturally Relevant Messages for Individuals with Disabilities<br />
***Have you shared any announcements related to the project? <br />
***Has anyone provided any outreach in the I/DD community for the MTC/easy to read resources and videos?<br />
***Dissemination - project messaging, microsite, presentations, trainings, webinars (Liz, Tori, Shaina, AAHD, and anyone that can assist with outreach)<br />
<br />
*'''Social Media''' - Tori<br />
**Send articles, webinars, videos, general information, etc. to post<br />
<br />
*'''ATAP (AT3)''' - Carolyn, Liz, Trish (support)<br />
**AT Reuse Activities (PIOC)<br />
<br />
*'''Social Isolation/Connectedness Coalition (ACL/n4a)''' - Carolyn, Rachel, Martha, Sal<br />
<br />
*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach''' - Carolyn and Liz<br />
**Check out the [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website] to learn more.<br />
<br />
*''' Webinars'''<br />
**Wired Wednesdays<br />
**ASK series <br />
<br />
*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA''' - Carolyn, Liz, Sam, Raminta<br />
**Outreach & Public Awareness ongoing, Technology and Disability Policy Highlights (TDPH)<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase''' - Carolyn, Liz, Tori<br />
***Focus groups, trainings, webinars<br />
<br />
=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
<br />
*Texthelp Software (4.19.21)<br />
**407,623 licenses provisioned from Texthelp (all three software titles) / 0 not yet provisioned <br />
**122 Districts<br />
<br />
*GaDOE Portal Overview (4.19.21 ) <br />
**287 total registered portal users <br />
** Total of 176 unique LEA’s represented/registered (districts, charters, state schools, GNETS) <br />
<br />
*GaDOE Partnership<br />
**Consultations: follow-ups, new requests, summaries (Martha, DeeDee, & Ben) <br />
**Loans: loan requests, tracking loans, sent out emails for loans that have been out a while w/ survey, & redirecting to the portal (Ciara, DeeDee & Martha) <br />
**Tracking time<br />
**EdTrade (Martha, Ben, Matthew, Ken, & Jerel)<br />
***Soft Launch now with 3 -5 districts – working fast and furious<br />
***Statewide rollout in the late summer / early fall / return to school<br />
**Videos (Ben, Nora, Raminta, Martha, DeeDee, & Ciara)<br />
*** Notes for 3 of videos have been submitted by SME team<br />
*** First video (ALgS) has progressed to story board stage <br />
**Webinars <br />
**Discussion of timelines for Statement of Work (SOW) for AT Partnership Year 3<br />
<br />
*Other <br />
**Accessible Educational Materials (AEM) Cohort work continues<br />
**College Transition Partnership Grant w/ UGA & GSU continues<br />
**Okefenokee RESA AT Consortia presentation – AT Partnership / Tools for Life (completed)<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''== <br />
<br />
*Device Demo 10/1/ 20- Present All Centers 56<br />
*Device Demos 10/1/20- Present TFL 9<br />
<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present All Centers 61<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present TFL 14<br />
<br />
*Device Reutilization 1461<br />
<br />
<br />
*Wired Wednesdays- April was Streamer and they gave a great demo! May will be the Instant Language Translator and June will be Proloquotogo; July and August will be WATAP<br />
*DeeDee, Sal, and Martha presented to the GSU OT class on March 31ST<br />
*Sal and Martha are presenting for a GGS Lunch and Learn on May 11<br />
*DAS Contract has been signed and will need to be completed by end of September<br />
*Meeting with DAS this afternoon to move forward- 39 individuals to receive AT and 16 will have virtual assessments<br />
*Matthew is working on a portal for the DAS Contract <br />
*Will be 4 pieces of training in the DAS Contract<br />
*Working on EdTrade- Gina and Martha last-minute checks and creating How-To Guides<br />
*Working with DOE Collaborations<br />
*Network partners continue to reach out for AT guidance and/or setting up virtual meetings with their clients for AT solutions with TFL<br />
*Sal, Rachel, and Martha are working with Raminta on a video for items in the lab that can address social isolation- Sal did excellent with script- thank you Norah for your suggestions<br />
<br />
=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (John)'''==<br />
<br />
*AccessGA <br />
**Georgia Dept. of Economic Development<br />
***technical assistance<br />
***Ongoing technical assistance with state agencies and ADA Coord’s office<br />
**Future webinar: accessibility features of Zoom and Teams<br />
<br />
*ATOB abstract submission <br />
<br />
*National Parks of Boston<br />
**survey results received<br />
**Draft SoW in progress for digital accessibility/disability awareness training<br />
<br />
*The NORA Project<br />
**additional follow-up technical assistance<br />
<br />
*College of Design<br />
**Digital Accessibility Training on accessible document creation and social media training provided Feb. 22<br />
<br />
*Georgia AER<br />
**Presentation provided on the Interplay Between AT and Digital Accessibility<br />
<br />
=='''AAC Labs'''==<br />
* Setting up AAC Lab laptop<br />
* working on display equipment order<br />
* Display materials planned: <br />
* Device information <br />
* Posters on elements of AAC and Access (i.e., types of AAC devices, core words, switches, scanning access, etc.)<br />
* Handouts on implementation strategies<br />
<br />
=='''TFL & ADA 30th Celebration'''==<br />
<br />
*https://nationaldaycalendar.com/dyslexia-awareness-month-october/<br />
<br />
**Hashtags:<br />
#ThanksToTheADA <br />
#WhatCanYouDo #ChooseToInclude #Disability #ADA<br />
<br />
*November<br />
**Veterans<br />
***"Honor all who served - In times of war - In times of peace"<br />
<br />
**Publications & Fact Sheets<br />
*Veterans - ADA Fact Sheets & Publications from the ADA National Network<br />
*Veterans Resources from the Southeast ADA Center<br />
*Veterans & Families Resource List from ADA Live!<br />
*ADA Live! Episodes by Topic - veterans<br />
**Social Media<br />
#HONORINGVETS – Show your Support on Twitter<br />
**VAntage Point Blog from U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs<br />
**Greenlight a Vet Program and help show that every Veteran has a story<br />
<br />
*December<br />
**Shaping a Universal Future<br />
***National ADA Symposium - Save the Date! Registration opens in January.<br />
*Resources: International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD)<br />
*United Nations (UN)– International Day of Persons with Disabilities<br />
*Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD)<br />
<br />
**Sharing ADA Stories<br />
*StoryCorps & Disability Visibility Project<br />
*StoryCorps MobileBooth Tour<br />
**ADA Legacy Project - Preserve. Celebrate. Educate.<br />
<br />
=='''Open Enrollment begins October 21st!'''==<br />
*Open Enrollment for 2021 Benefits selection begins tomorrow October 21st and ends November 6th. This is an active enrollment - meaning '''you must log into the system and confirm your benefits even if no changes are being made.''' Additionally, '''you will need to certify you and your dependent(s) (age 18 and older) tobacco use status. Tobacco users will be charged $100 per month, per person for using tobacco products and system automatically defaults to tobacco user.''' <br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
** Open Enrollment Website - https://www.usg.edu/hr/benefits/2021_benefits/your_2021_benefits_centered_on_you<br />
<br />
** Virtual Benefits Fair - USG Benefits Fair – October 19th – October 23rd. This event will include live events daily & Vendor 1:1 chats between 10am – 2p. (This event replaces GT Benefits Fair) - https://usg.vfairs.com/<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
** Benefits Comparison Guide - https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/benefits_docs/2021_Comparison_Guide_PDF.pdf<br />
<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# Complete your Open Enrollment for 2021 - 11/6<br />
# Complete Your GT Compliance - 11/17! <br />
# TH - Create and Share your Social Media posting plan for '''TFL's 30th & ADA's 30th'''.<br />
<br />
*'''S&E and Policy Synergies with Research Presentation Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
** Action: Send out PDF: CP<br />
** Action: TFL Team review & give Feedback<br />
<br />
*'''ACCESS for Aging Well Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
*'''AT Network Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
* '''AT Lending Library Issue'''<br />
**Action: Annabel will set up to Discuss & Resolve with Rachel<br />
<br />
* '''CDC/F Category 3''' <br />
**Action: Send out Announcements Nationally & Reminders - Tori<br />
<br />
*'''TFL Report to HHS | ACL & to Congress'''<br />
**Action: GaDOE Co-Op - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
**Action: CIDI S&E - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
<br />
*'''Ga DAS - Start Date/Nov. 19th Training'''<br />
**Action: CP will get info Jeni</div>Rsatterfield8http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_4/20/2021&diff=5829TFL Team Meeting - 4/20/20212021-04-19T20:42:05Z<p>Rsatterfield8: /* TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn) */</p>
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<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
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*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
<br />
=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
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1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
<br />
2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
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3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
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=Agenda=<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* FY20 Performance Evaluations, FY21 Goals, FY21 Telework & FY21 Flexforms <br />
* TFL FY21 - GR00008119 Worktag (1st CR $130,959)<br />
* Projects:<br />
** Georgia Division of Aging (DAS) - CARES Act - Combining SOW & Budgets with ~$26k increase! (Start Date Jan. 2021)<br />
** GaDOE FY20 Co-PI Gina & FY 21 - Ben will be increasing his role to help Gina and me! (2021 New - Start Jan. 2021)<br />
** GVRA Contract FY 21 - In Discussions with GT Leadership - Co-PI's Martha, Zerrin & Ben<br />
** CDC Contract (12 Mths) - Co-PIs Liz, Johan - NCE through June 30.<br />
** HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
** NEW - Wireless RERC - $35K<br />
** ATAP/AT3 - $8K - Met re: AbleData & Requested $50k.<br />
* '''TFL Strategic Planning - Focused Sessions'''<br />
**What do you think?<br />
<br />
=='''Almost Complete!! CDC/F Trainings & Activities (Category 3) (Carolyn)'''==<br />
**'''COVID-19: Apps for Promoting Independence and Safety - Complete!''' <br />
**'''COVID-19: Sanitization of Personal Durable Medical Equipment (DME) - Complete!''' <br />
**'''A Closer Look: Face Masks and People with Disabilities - Complete!'''<br />
**'''A Closer Look: Mental Health and Resilience within the Disability Community during COVID-19 - Complete!'''<br />
**'''Making Social Media Accessible for People with Disabilities'''<br />
**'''A Closer Look: Guidance for Business and Employers Considering the Needs of People with Disabilities during COVID-19''' <br />
<br />
**'''COVID-19 Simplified Text 2-Minute Videos'''<br />
***Format: Simplified Text Scripts for 2-minute videos<br />
***DRAFT Video Description:<br />
***These 2-minute videos will demonstrate information found in the CDC guidance related to COVID-19 to more effectively communicate vital information to individuals with limited literacy skills who would benefit from Simplified Text (at grade level 3 or below). <br />
***Target Audience:<br />
***This is an introductory-intermediate level video intended for anyone interested in learning more about COVID-19 and for individuals who would benefit from information in Simplified Text. <br />
***Presenters: ? A user/presenter??<br />
***Facilitators: Carolyn Phillips, Karen Erickson<br />
***Content Development: Norah Sinclair<br />
***Tentative Date(s) of release, depending upon approval: February 17, 2021<br />
<br />
*New CDCF Contract!<br />
*Vaccine Webinar #1<br />
*Vaccine Webinar #2<br />
<br />
=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates'''==<br />
'''Transition'''<br />
# Credit-Able - Who can help?<br />
# Voice messages on Danny's line - how is that going to be handled?<br />
# Deliverables on Grants & Contracts - Who can help?<br />
# Physical files will still remain in Danny's office <br />
<br />
'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Credit-Able applications are on hold until 1/15/21<br />
<br />
'''Presentations''' <br />
# Social media presentation is being developed with Tori and John- being presented TOMORROW<br />
<br />
'''Other Updates'''<br />
#<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* ATOB Vol. 15 - Article on DBHDD Project has been released!<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(2) - Public Health: feature our work on CDC Project<br />
** Over 10 articles proposed - call closes in June<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS Project (Decision Tree Project)'''<br />
'''Content'''<br />
* Two presentations in March on job accommodations for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities:<br />
** Webinar Tues. March 23 - part of Advancing Employment Initiative, An Employer’s Guide To Workplace Accommodations for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities<br />
*** part of UGA's Institute on Human Development and Disability's Best Practices in Employment Supports project. <br />
** Webinar Wed. March 24 - Wired Wednesday series: Cognitive Aids in the Workplace: time management and learning new tasks<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS Programming '''<br />
* Functioning model is out on a server for preliminary review. <br />
* More robust version is nearing release. <br />
<br />
'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT)''' <br />
* MoAT Small Bets project is analyzing data from Round 4 (Final round)<br />
* Research Team is applying for a GTRI seed grant: Mastery of AT and the IEP in K-12 <br />
** 1 Year, $100K<br />
** Build a web-based tool for use by IEP teams <br />
** Help us validate our Mastery of AT Tool <br />
** Plan research questions and methodology for a larger Education grant in future<br />
* Research Team has also submitted: <br />
** NIDILRR FIP proposal (3 yrs, $600K - Fall 2021) Mastery of AT and Work<br />
** NSF Planning Grant (1 Yr. $150 - Fall 2021) Mastery of AT and Work<br />
<br />
''' RRTC Grant proposal: AT Impact '''<br />
* One of several projects - 5 years, $500K<br />
* Follow up on the DBHDD clients we saw in 2017-2019 pilot <br />
** Look at the long term impact of our intervention<br />
** Enhance/perfect the original DBHDD intervention <br />
** Work with another 60 referrals over the curse of the project <br />
* Partner with DBHDD - train a cadre of counsellors to identify appropriate AT<br />
* Revise the Foundational Measures Survey & Adapted Student Performance Profile <br />
* Work with DBHDD to develop a cost/benefit measure for the intervention<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Fellowship (ITEP)'''<br />
*Fellow applications are in<br />
**Evaluating the applications<br />
*Mentor recruitment is in progress <br />
*Planning stage for the ITEP will take place January through March<br />
**We are working on designing the instruction component <br />
<br />
<br />
'''NSF Proposal'''<br />
*Submitted<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Institute Research Awards Selection Committee 2021'''<br />
*Serving to represent College of Design<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
<br />
'''Data Reminder:''' Don't forget to include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
<br />
'''Updates'''<br />
<br />
*'''Tools for Life'''<br />
**Sam's last day is March 12<br />
***Are you working on any projects together? Any questions?<br />
***We'll schedule a virtual farewell gathering soon!<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures deadline is April 30, 2021. Keep working on it! - Liz, Sam<br />
**Webinar archives - update and organize - Tori<br />
**TFL Website, wiki - Liz, Sam, Tori<br />
**Training plan - host more virtually.<br />
**AT3 Webinar on Disinfecting and Sanitization today at 3 - Carolyn and Liz<br />
**Vaccine Information Collaborative for People with Disabilities and Older Adults - Carolyn, Liz, Trish<br />
<br />
*'''Advisory Council 2021'''<br />
**Thursday, March 25 – 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM <br />
**Thursday, June 24 – 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM <br />
**Thursday, September 16 – 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM <br />
**Thursday, December 16 – 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM <br />
<br />
*'''Credits''' - Training Team <br />
**CEU's - Continuing Education Units approved and distributed by the AAC Institute<br />
**CRC's - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Credits approved and distributed by the Commissioner Rehabilitation Counselor Certification or CRCC <br />
<br />
*'''CDC/CDC Foundation''' - Carolyn-PI, Johan and Liz-Co-PI, Sam-Project Management, Trish-Project Support<br />
**COVID-19 Accessible Materials and Culturally Relevant Messages for Individuals with Disabilities<br />
<br />
***Dissemination - project messaging, microsite, presentations, trainings, webinars<br />
<br />
*'''GATE 2021'''<br />
**TFL GATE Session on Thursday, March 18 4PM-6PM - Presented by Carolyn, Ben S., Liz, Sam<br />
***Topics: CIDI and TFL overview, general academic learning aids w/focus on access, accessibility of educational materials in the online environment<br />
<br />
*'''Social Media''' - Tori<br />
**Send articles, webinars, videos, general information, etc. to post<br />
<br />
*'''ATAP (AT3)''' - Carolyn, Liz, Trish (support)<br />
**AT Reuse Activities (PIOC)<br />
<br />
*'''Social Isolation/Connectedness Coalition (ACL/n4a)''' - Carolyn, Rachel, Martha, Sal<br />
<br />
*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach''' - Carolyn and Liz<br />
**Check out the [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website] to learn more.<br />
<br />
*''' Webinars'''<br />
**Wired Wednesdays<br />
**ASK series <br />
<br />
*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA''' - Carolyn, Liz, Sam, Raminta<br />
**Outreach & Public Awareness ongoing, Technology and Disability Policy Highlights (TDPH)<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase''' - Carolyn, Liz, Tori<br />
***Focus groups, trainings, webinars<br />
<br />
=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
<br />
*Texthelp Software (4.19.21)<br />
**407,623 licenses provisioned from Texthelp (all three software titles) / 0 not yet provisioned <br />
**122 Districts<br />
<br />
*GaDOE Portal Overview (4.19.21 ) <br />
**287 total registered portal users <br />
** Total of 176 unique LEA’s represented/registered (districts, charters, state schools, GNETS) <br />
<br />
*GaDOE Partnership<br />
**Consultations: follow-ups, new requests, summaries (Martha, DeeDee, & Ben) <br />
**Loans: loan requests, tracking loans, sent out emails for loans that have been out a while w/ survey, & redirecting to the portal (Ciara, DeeDee & Martha) <br />
**Tracking time<br />
**EdTrade (Martha, Ben, Matthew, Ken, & Jerel)<br />
***Soft Launch now with 3 -5 districts – working fast and furious<br />
***Statewide rollout in the late summer / early fall / return to school<br />
**Videos (Ben, Nora, Raminta, Martha, DeeDee, & Ciara)<br />
**Webinars <br />
**Discussion of timelines for Statement of Work (SOW) for AT Partnership Year 3<br />
<br />
*Other <br />
**Accessible Educational Materials (AEM) Cohort work continues<br />
**College Transition Partnership Grant w/ UGA & GSU continues<br />
**Okefenokee RESA AT Consortia presentation – AT Partnership / Tools for Life (completed)<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''== <br />
<br />
*Device Demo 10/1/ 20- Present All Centers 28<br />
*Device Demos 10/1/20- Present TFL 9<br />
<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present All Centers 24<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present TFL 24<br />
<br />
*Device Reutilization 1055<br />
<br />
<br />
*Wired Wednesdays- March 10th with Routine Factory demoing- Thank you Ciara for asking them- they gave a great demo to us last week.<br />
*Rachel, Tori, and Martha- presented on Feb 17th to the 51 students in OT class at GSU- Great participation from the class<br />
*Matthew is working on a portal for the DAS Contract <br />
*Waiting to get back budgets and support letters from FODAC and Walton Options for new Tech Act funds<br />
*Several virtual demos being scheduled<br />
*Working with DOE Collaborations<br />
*Network partners continue to reach out for AT guidance and/or setting up virtual meetings with their clients for AT solutions with TFL<br />
* Working with Training/Outreach team on scheduling presentation and potential video for GGS<br />
<br />
=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (John)'''==<br />
<br />
*AccessGA <br />
**Georgia Dept. of Economic Development<br />
***technical assistance<br />
***Ongoing technical assistance with state agencies and ADA Coord’s office<br />
**Future webinar: accessibility features of Zoom and Teams<br />
<br />
*ATOB abstract submission <br />
<br />
*National Parks of Boston<br />
**survey results received<br />
**Draft SoW in progress for digital accessibility/disability awareness training<br />
<br />
*The NORA Project<br />
**additional follow-up technical assistance<br />
<br />
*College of Design<br />
**Digital Accessibility Training on accessible document creation and social media training provided Feb. 22<br />
<br />
*Georgia AER<br />
**Presentation provided on the Interplay Between AT and Digital Accessibility<br />
<br />
=='''AAC Labs'''==<br />
* Setting up AAC Lab laptop<br />
* working on display equipment order<br />
* Display materials planned: <br />
* Device information <br />
* Posters on elements of AAC and Access (i.e., types of AAC devices, core words, switches, scanning access, etc.)<br />
* Handouts on implementation strategies<br />
<br />
=='''TFL & ADA 30th Celebration'''==<br />
<br />
*https://nationaldaycalendar.com/dyslexia-awareness-month-october/<br />
<br />
**Hashtags:<br />
#ThanksToTheADA <br />
#WhatCanYouDo #ChooseToInclude #Disability #ADA<br />
<br />
*November<br />
**Veterans<br />
***"Honor all who served - In times of war - In times of peace"<br />
<br />
**Publications & Fact Sheets<br />
*Veterans - ADA Fact Sheets & Publications from the ADA National Network<br />
*Veterans Resources from the Southeast ADA Center<br />
*Veterans & Families Resource List from ADA Live!<br />
*ADA Live! Episodes by Topic - veterans<br />
**Social Media<br />
#HONORINGVETS – Show your Support on Twitter<br />
**VAntage Point Blog from U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs<br />
**Greenlight a Vet Program and help show that every Veteran has a story<br />
<br />
*December<br />
**Shaping a Universal Future<br />
***National ADA Symposium - Save the Date! Registration opens in January.<br />
*Resources: International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD)<br />
*United Nations (UN)– International Day of Persons with Disabilities<br />
*Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD)<br />
<br />
**Sharing ADA Stories<br />
*StoryCorps & Disability Visibility Project<br />
*StoryCorps MobileBooth Tour<br />
**ADA Legacy Project - Preserve. Celebrate. Educate.<br />
<br />
=='''Open Enrollment begins October 21st!'''==<br />
*Open Enrollment for 2021 Benefits selection begins tomorrow October 21st and ends November 6th. This is an active enrollment - meaning '''you must log into the system and confirm your benefits even if no changes are being made.''' Additionally, '''you will need to certify you and your dependent(s) (age 18 and older) tobacco use status. Tobacco users will be charged $100 per month, per person for using tobacco products and system automatically defaults to tobacco user.''' <br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
** Open Enrollment Website - https://www.usg.edu/hr/benefits/2021_benefits/your_2021_benefits_centered_on_you<br />
<br />
** Virtual Benefits Fair - USG Benefits Fair – October 19th – October 23rd. This event will include live events daily & Vendor 1:1 chats between 10am – 2p. (This event replaces GT Benefits Fair) - https://usg.vfairs.com/<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
** Benefits Comparison Guide - https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/benefits_docs/2021_Comparison_Guide_PDF.pdf<br />
<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# Complete your Open Enrollment for 2021 - 11/6<br />
# Complete Your GT Compliance - 11/17! <br />
# TH - Create and Share your Social Media posting plan for '''TFL's 30th & ADA's 30th'''.<br />
<br />
*'''S&E and Policy Synergies with Research Presentation Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
** Action: Send out PDF: CP<br />
** Action: TFL Team review & give Feedback<br />
<br />
*'''ACCESS for Aging Well Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
*'''AT Network Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
* '''AT Lending Library Issue'''<br />
**Action: Annabel will set up to Discuss & Resolve with Rachel<br />
<br />
* '''CDC/F Category 3''' <br />
**Action: Send out Announcements Nationally & Reminders - Tori<br />
<br />
*'''TFL Report to HHS | ACL & to Congress'''<br />
**Action: GaDOE Co-Op - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
**Action: CIDI S&E - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
<br />
*'''Ga DAS - Start Date/Nov. 19th Training'''<br />
**Action: CP will get info Jeni</div>Rsatterfield8http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_4/20/2021&diff=5827TFL Team Meeting - 4/20/20212021-04-19T20:38:40Z<p>Rsatterfield8: /* TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn) */</p>
<hr />
<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
<br />
*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
<br />
=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
<br />
1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
<br />
2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
<br />
3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
<br />
<br />
=Agenda=<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* FY20 Performance Evaluations, FY21 Goals, FY21 Telework & FY21 Flexforms <br />
* TFL FY21 - GR00008119 Worktag (1st CR $130,959)<br />
* Projects:<br />
** Georgia Division of Aging (DAS) - CARES Act - Combining SOW & Budgets with ~$26k increase! (Start Date Jan. 2021)<br />
** GaDOE FY20 Co-PI Gina & FY 21 - Ben will be increasing his role to help Gina and me! (2021 New - Start Jan. 2021)<br />
** GVRA Contract FY 21 - In Discussions with GT Leadership - Co-PI's Martha, Zerrin & Ben<br />
** CDC Contract (12 Mths) - Co-PIs Liz, Johan - NCE through June 30.<br />
** HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
** NEW - Wireless RERC - $35K<br />
** ATAP/AT3 - $8K - Met re: AbleData & Requested $50k.<br />
* '''TFL Strategic Planning - Focused Sessions'''<br />
**What do you think?<br />
<br />
=='''Almost Complete!! CDC/F Trainings & Activities (Category 3) (Carolyn)'''==<br />
**'''COVID-19: Apps for Promoting Independence and Safety - Complete!''' <br />
**'''COVID-19: Sanitization of Personal Durable Medical Equipment (DME) - Complete!''' <br />
**'''A Closer Look: Face Masks and People with Disabilities - Complete!'''<br />
**'''A Closer Look: Mental Health and Resilience within the Disability Community during COVID-19 - Complete!'''<br />
**'''Making Social Media Accessible for People with Disabilities'''<br />
**'''A Closer Look: Guidance for Business and Employers Considering the Needs of People with Disabilities during COVID-19''' <br />
<br />
**'''COVID-19 Simplified Text 2-Minute Videos'''<br />
***Format: Simplified Text Scripts for 2-minute videos<br />
***DRAFT Video Description:<br />
***These 2-minute videos will demonstrate information found in the CDC guidance related to COVID-19 to more effectively communicate vital information to individuals with limited literacy skills who would benefit from Simplified Text (at grade level 3 or below). <br />
***Target Audience:<br />
***This is an introductory-intermediate level video intended for anyone interested in learning more about COVID-19 and for individuals who would benefit from information in Simplified Text. <br />
***Presenters: ? A user/presenter??<br />
***Facilitators: Carolyn Phillips, Karen Erickson<br />
***Content Development: Norah Sinclair<br />
***Tentative Date(s) of release, depending upon approval: February 17, 2021<br />
<br />
*New CDCF Contract!<br />
*Vaccine Webinar #1<br />
*Vaccine Webinar #2<br />
<br />
=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates'''==<br />
'''Transition'''<br />
# Credit-Able - Who can help?<br />
# Voice messages on Danny's line - how is that going to be handled?<br />
# Deliverables on Grants & Contracts - Who can help?<br />
# Physical files will still remain in Danny's office <br />
<br />
'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Credit-Able applications are on hold until 1/15/21<br />
<br />
'''Presentations''' <br />
# Social media presentation is being developed with Tori and John- being presented TOMORROW<br />
<br />
'''Other Updates'''<br />
#<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* ATOB Vol. 15 - Article on DBHDD Project has been released!<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(2) - Public Health: feature our work on CDC Project<br />
** Over 10 articles proposed - call closes in June<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS Project (Decision Tree Project)'''<br />
'''Content'''<br />
* Two presentations in March on job accommodations for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities:<br />
** Webinar Tues. March 23 - part of Advancing Employment Initiative, An Employer’s Guide To Workplace Accommodations for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities<br />
*** part of UGA's Institute on Human Development and Disability's Best Practices in Employment Supports project. <br />
** Webinar Wed. March 24 - Wired Wednesday series: Cognitive Aids in the Workplace: time management and learning new tasks<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS Programming '''<br />
* Functioning model is out on a server for preliminary review. <br />
* More robust version is nearing release. <br />
<br />
'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT)''' <br />
* MoAT Small Bets project is analyzing data from Round 4 (Final round)<br />
* Research Team is applying for a GTRI seed grant: Mastery of AT and the IEP in K-12 <br />
** 1 Year, $100K<br />
** Build a web-based tool for use by IEP teams <br />
** Help us validate our Mastery of AT Tool <br />
** Plan research questions and methodology for a larger Education grant in future<br />
* Research Team has also submitted: <br />
** NIDILRR FIP proposal (3 yrs, $600K - Fall 2021) Mastery of AT and Work<br />
** NSF Planning Grant (1 Yr. $150 - Fall 2021) Mastery of AT and Work<br />
<br />
''' RRTC Grant proposal: AT Impact '''<br />
* One of several projects - 5 years<br />
* Follow up on the DBHDD clients we saw in 2017-2019 pilot <br />
** Look at the long term impact of our intervention<br />
** Enhance/perfect the original DBHDD intervention <br />
** Work with another 60 referrals over the curse of the project <br />
* Partner with DBHDD - train a cadre of counsellors to identify appropriate AT<br />
* Revise the Foundational Measures Survey & Adapted Student Performance Profile <br />
* Work with DBHDD to develop a cost/benefit measure for the intervention<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Fellowship (ITEP)'''<br />
*Fellow applications are in<br />
**Evaluating the applications<br />
*Mentor recruitment is in progress <br />
*Planning stage for the ITEP will take place January through March<br />
**We are working on designing the instruction component <br />
<br />
<br />
'''NSF Proposal'''<br />
*Submitted<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Institute Research Awards Selection Committee 2021'''<br />
*Serving to represent College of Design<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
<br />
'''Data Reminder:''' Don't forget to include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
<br />
'''Updates'''<br />
<br />
*'''Tools for Life'''<br />
**Sam's last day is March 12<br />
***Are you working on any projects together? Any questions?<br />
***We'll schedule a virtual farewell gathering soon!<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures deadline is April 30, 2021. Keep working on it! - Liz, Sam<br />
**Webinar archives - update and organize - Tori<br />
**TFL Website, wiki - Liz, Sam, Tori<br />
**Training plan - host more virtually.<br />
**AT3 Webinar on Disinfecting and Sanitization today at 3 - Carolyn and Liz<br />
**Vaccine Information Collaborative for People with Disabilities and Older Adults - Carolyn, Liz, Trish<br />
<br />
*'''Advisory Council 2021'''<br />
**Thursday, March 25 – 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM <br />
**Thursday, June 24 – 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM <br />
**Thursday, September 16 – 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM <br />
**Thursday, December 16 – 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM <br />
<br />
*'''Credits''' - Training Team <br />
**CEU's - Continuing Education Units approved and distributed by the AAC Institute<br />
**CRC's - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Credits approved and distributed by the Commissioner Rehabilitation Counselor Certification or CRCC <br />
<br />
*'''CDC/CDC Foundation''' - Carolyn-PI, Johan and Liz-Co-PI, Sam-Project Management, Trish-Project Support<br />
**COVID-19 Accessible Materials and Culturally Relevant Messages for Individuals with Disabilities<br />
<br />
***Dissemination - project messaging, microsite, presentations, trainings, webinars<br />
<br />
*'''GATE 2021'''<br />
**TFL GATE Session on Thursday, March 18 4PM-6PM - Presented by Carolyn, Ben S., Liz, Sam<br />
***Topics: CIDI and TFL overview, general academic learning aids w/focus on access, accessibility of educational materials in the online environment<br />
<br />
*'''Social Media''' - Tori<br />
**Send articles, webinars, videos, general information, etc. to post<br />
<br />
*'''ATAP (AT3)''' - Carolyn, Liz, Trish (support)<br />
**AT Reuse Activities (PIOC)<br />
<br />
*'''Social Isolation/Connectedness Coalition (ACL/n4a)''' - Carolyn, Rachel, Martha, Sal<br />
<br />
*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach''' - Carolyn and Liz<br />
**Check out the [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website] to learn more.<br />
<br />
*''' Webinars'''<br />
**Wired Wednesdays<br />
**ASK series <br />
<br />
*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA''' - Carolyn, Liz, Sam, Raminta<br />
**Outreach & Public Awareness ongoing, Technology and Disability Policy Highlights (TDPH)<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase''' - Carolyn, Liz, Tori<br />
***Focus groups, trainings, webinars<br />
<br />
=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
<br />
*Software requests & New Portal Registrations <br />
** Slow<br />
**57 districts/charters/GNETS registered in the portal that have not requested software; in the upcoming weeks coordinating a communications blast to remind those registered in the portal how to access and how to request software and other services.<br />
*GaDOE Portal Requests <br />
**Lumpkin County – consultation/collaboration (completed)<br />
**Savannah-Chatham County – consultation/collaboration (scheduled)<br />
*EdTrade – roll-out<br />
*Supporting other requests for assistance/information/help as they come in<br />
* Continue to be actively involved in the Accessible Educational Materials (AEM) Cohort work and participate on the leadership team. We are beginning the self-assessment process at the state level by going through a series of 7 quality indicators for AEM and using the information for goal setting for Georgia. <br />
*Active work participating in the College Transition Partnership (GaCTP) Grant with GSU and UGA. This one-year project focuses on developing a pilot focused on the transition from college to work or graduate education for students on the autism spectrum. I am working to infuse AT into any component of the Pilot project where it fits – utilizing resources that are readily available.<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''== <br />
<br />
*Device Demo 10/1/ 20- Present All Centers 28<br />
*Device Demos 10/1/20- Present TFL 9<br />
<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present All Centers 24<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present TFL 24<br />
<br />
*Device Reutilization 1055<br />
<br />
<br />
*Wired Wednesdays- March 10th with Routine Factory demoing- Thank you Ciara for asking them- they gave a great demo to us last week.<br />
*Rachel, Tori, and Martha- presented on Feb 17th to the 51 students in OT class at GSU- Great participation from the class<br />
*Matthew is working on a portal for the DAS Contract <br />
*Waiting to get back budgets and support letters from FODAC and Walton Options for new Tech Act funds<br />
*Several virtual demos being scheduled<br />
*Working with DOE Collaborations<br />
*Network partners continue to reach out for AT guidance and/or setting up virtual meetings with their clients for AT solutions with TFL<br />
* Working with Training/Outreach team on scheduling presentation and potential video for GGS<br />
<br />
=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (John)'''==<br />
<br />
*AccessGA <br />
**Georgia Dept. of Economic Development<br />
***technical assistance<br />
***Ongoing technical assistance with state agencies and ADA Coord’s office<br />
**Future webinar: accessibility features of Zoom and Teams<br />
<br />
*ATOB abstract submission <br />
<br />
*National Parks of Boston<br />
**survey results received<br />
**Draft SoW in progress for digital accessibility/disability awareness training<br />
<br />
*The NORA Project<br />
**additional follow-up technical assistance<br />
<br />
*College of Design<br />
**Digital Accessibility Training on accessible document creation and social media training provided Feb. 22<br />
<br />
*Georgia AER<br />
**Presentation provided on the Interplay Between AT and Digital Accessibility<br />
<br />
=='''AAC Labs'''==<br />
* Setting up AAC Lab laptop<br />
* working on display equipment order<br />
* Display materials planned: <br />
* Device information <br />
* Posters on elements of AAC and Access (i.e., types of AAC devices, core words, switches, scanning access, etc.)<br />
* Handouts on implementation strategies<br />
<br />
=='''TFL & ADA 30th Celebration'''==<br />
<br />
*https://nationaldaycalendar.com/dyslexia-awareness-month-october/<br />
<br />
**Hashtags:<br />
#ThanksToTheADA <br />
#WhatCanYouDo #ChooseToInclude #Disability #ADA<br />
<br />
*November<br />
**Veterans<br />
***"Honor all who served - In times of war - In times of peace"<br />
<br />
**Publications & Fact Sheets<br />
*Veterans - ADA Fact Sheets & Publications from the ADA National Network<br />
*Veterans Resources from the Southeast ADA Center<br />
*Veterans & Families Resource List from ADA Live!<br />
*ADA Live! Episodes by Topic - veterans<br />
**Social Media<br />
#HONORINGVETS – Show your Support on Twitter<br />
**VAntage Point Blog from U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs<br />
**Greenlight a Vet Program and help show that every Veteran has a story<br />
<br />
*December<br />
**Shaping a Universal Future<br />
***National ADA Symposium - Save the Date! Registration opens in January.<br />
*Resources: International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD)<br />
*United Nations (UN)– International Day of Persons with Disabilities<br />
*Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD)<br />
<br />
**Sharing ADA Stories<br />
*StoryCorps & Disability Visibility Project<br />
*StoryCorps MobileBooth Tour<br />
**ADA Legacy Project - Preserve. Celebrate. Educate.<br />
<br />
=='''Open Enrollment begins October 21st!'''==<br />
*Open Enrollment for 2021 Benefits selection begins tomorrow October 21st and ends November 6th. This is an active enrollment - meaning '''you must log into the system and confirm your benefits even if no changes are being made.''' Additionally, '''you will need to certify you and your dependent(s) (age 18 and older) tobacco use status. Tobacco users will be charged $100 per month, per person for using tobacco products and system automatically defaults to tobacco user.''' <br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
** Open Enrollment Website - https://www.usg.edu/hr/benefits/2021_benefits/your_2021_benefits_centered_on_you<br />
<br />
** Virtual Benefits Fair - USG Benefits Fair – October 19th – October 23rd. This event will include live events daily & Vendor 1:1 chats between 10am – 2p. (This event replaces GT Benefits Fair) - https://usg.vfairs.com/<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
** Benefits Comparison Guide - https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/benefits_docs/2021_Comparison_Guide_PDF.pdf<br />
<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# Complete your Open Enrollment for 2021 - 11/6<br />
# Complete Your GT Compliance - 11/17! <br />
# TH - Create and Share your Social Media posting plan for '''TFL's 30th & ADA's 30th'''.<br />
<br />
*'''S&E and Policy Synergies with Research Presentation Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
** Action: Send out PDF: CP<br />
** Action: TFL Team review & give Feedback<br />
<br />
*'''ACCESS for Aging Well Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
*'''AT Network Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
* '''AT Lending Library Issue'''<br />
**Action: Annabel will set up to Discuss & Resolve with Rachel<br />
<br />
* '''CDC/F Category 3''' <br />
**Action: Send out Announcements Nationally & Reminders - Tori<br />
<br />
*'''TFL Report to HHS | ACL & to Congress'''<br />
**Action: GaDOE Co-Op - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
**Action: CIDI S&E - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
<br />
*'''Ga DAS - Start Date/Nov. 19th Training'''<br />
**Action: CP will get info Jeni</div>Rsatterfield8http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_4/20/2021&diff=5826TFL Team Meeting - 4/20/20212021-04-19T20:37:29Z<p>Rsatterfield8: /* TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn) */</p>
<hr />
<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
<br />
*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
<br />
=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
<br />
1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
<br />
2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
<br />
3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
<br />
<br />
=Agenda=<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* FY20 Performance Evaluations, FY21 Goals, FY21 Telework & FY21 Flexforms <br />
* TFL FY21 - GR00008119 Worktag (1st CR $130,959)<br />
* Projects:<br />
** Georgia Division of Aging (DAS) - CARES Act - Combining SOW & Budgets with ~$26k increase! (Start Date Jan. 2021)<br />
** GaDOE FY20 Co-PI Gina & FY 21 - Ben will be increasing his role to help Gina and me! (2021 New - Start Jan. 2021)<br />
** GVRA Contract FY 21 - In Discussions with GT Leadership - Co-PI's Martha, Zerrin & Ben<br />
** CDC Contract (12 Mths) - Co-PIs Liz, Johan - NCE through June 30.<br />
** HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
** NEW - Wireless RERC - $35K<br />
** ATAP/AT3 - $8K - Met re: AbleData & Requested $50k.<br />
* '''TFL Strategic Planning - Focused Sessions'''<br />
**What do you think?<br />
<br />
=='''Almost Complete!! CDC/F Trainings & Activities (Category 3) (Carolyn)'''==<br />
**'''COVID-19: Apps for Promoting Independence and Safety - Complete!''' <br />
**'''COVID-19: Sanitization of Personal Durable Medical Equipment (DME) - Complete!''' <br />
**'''A Closer Look: Face Masks and People with Disabilities - Complete!'''<br />
**'''A Closer Look: Mental Health and Resilience within the Disability Community during COVID-19 - Complete!'''<br />
**'''Making Social Media Accessible for People with Disabilities'''<br />
**'''A Closer Look: Guidance for Business and Employers Considering the Needs of People with Disabilities during COVID-19''' <br />
<br />
**'''COVID-19 Simplified Text 2-Minute Videos'''<br />
***Format: Simplified Text Scripts for 2-minute videos<br />
***DRAFT Video Description:<br />
***These 2-minute videos will demonstrate information found in the CDC guidance related to COVID-19 to more effectively communicate vital information to individuals with limited literacy skills who would benefit from Simplified Text (at grade level 3 or below). <br />
***Target Audience:<br />
***This is an introductory-intermediate level video intended for anyone interested in learning more about COVID-19 and for individuals who would benefit from information in Simplified Text. <br />
***Presenters: ? A user/presenter??<br />
***Facilitators: Carolyn Phillips, Karen Erickson<br />
***Content Development: Norah Sinclair<br />
***Tentative Date(s) of release, depending upon approval: February 17, 2021<br />
<br />
*New CDCF Contract!<br />
*Vaccine Webinar #1<br />
*Vaccine Webinar #2<br />
<br />
=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates'''==<br />
'''Transition'''<br />
# Credit-Able - Who can help?<br />
# Voice messages on Danny's line - how is that going to be handled?<br />
# Deliverables on Grants & Contracts - Who can help?<br />
# Physical files will still remain in Danny's office <br />
<br />
'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Credit-Able applications are on hold until 1/15/21<br />
<br />
'''Presentations''' <br />
# Social media presentation is being developed with Tori and John- being presented TOMORROW<br />
<br />
'''Other Updates'''<br />
#<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* ATOB Vol. 15 - Article on DBHDD Project has been released!<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(2) - Public Health: feature our work on CDC Project<br />
** Over 10 articles proposed - call closes in June<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS Project (Decision Tree Project)'''<br />
'''Content'''<br />
* Two presentations in March on job accommodations for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities:<br />
** Webinar Tues. March 23 - part of Advancing Employment Initiative, An Employer’s Guide To Workplace Accommodations for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities<br />
*** part of UGA's Institute on Human Development and Disability's Best Practices in Employment Supports project. <br />
** Webinar Wed. March 24 - Wired Wednesday series: Cognitive Aids in the Workplace: time management and learning new tasks<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS Programming '''<br />
* Functioning model is out on a server for preliminary review. <br />
* More robust version is nearing release. <br />
<br />
'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT)''' <br />
* MoAT Small Bets project is analyzing data from Round 4 (Final round)<br />
* Research Team is applying for a GTRI seed grant: Mastery of AT and the IEP in K-12 <br />
** 1 Year, $100K<br />
** Build a web-based tool for use by IEP teams <br />
** Help us validate our Mastery of AT Tool <br />
** Plan research questions and methodology for a larger Education grant in future<br />
* Research Team has also submitted: <br />
** NIDILRR FIP proposal (3 yrs, $600K - Fall 2021) Mastery of AT and Work<br />
** NSF Planning Grant (1 Yr. $150 - Fall 2021) Mastery of AT and Work<br />
<br />
''' RRTC Grant proposal: AT Impact '''<br />
** One of several projects - 5 years<br />
** Follow up on the DBHDD clients we saw in 2017-2019 pilot <br />
*** Look at the long term impact of our intervention<br />
***Enhance/perfect the original DBHDD intervention <br />
** Work with another 60 referrals over the curse of the project <br />
** Partner with DBHDD - train a cadre of counsellors to identify appropriate AT<br />
** Revise the Foundational Measures Survey & Adapted Student Performance Profile <br />
** Work with DBHDD to develop a cost/benefit measure for the intervention<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Fellowship (ITEP)'''<br />
*Fellow applications are in<br />
**Evaluating the applications<br />
*Mentor recruitment is in progress <br />
*Planning stage for the ITEP will take place January through March<br />
**We are working on designing the instruction component <br />
<br />
<br />
'''NSF Proposal'''<br />
*Submitted<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Institute Research Awards Selection Committee 2021'''<br />
*Serving to represent College of Design<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
<br />
'''Data Reminder:''' Don't forget to include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
<br />
'''Updates'''<br />
<br />
*'''Tools for Life'''<br />
**Sam's last day is March 12<br />
***Are you working on any projects together? Any questions?<br />
***We'll schedule a virtual farewell gathering soon!<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures deadline is April 30, 2021. Keep working on it! - Liz, Sam<br />
**Webinar archives - update and organize - Tori<br />
**TFL Website, wiki - Liz, Sam, Tori<br />
**Training plan - host more virtually.<br />
**AT3 Webinar on Disinfecting and Sanitization today at 3 - Carolyn and Liz<br />
**Vaccine Information Collaborative for People with Disabilities and Older Adults - Carolyn, Liz, Trish<br />
<br />
*'''Advisory Council 2021'''<br />
**Thursday, March 25 – 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM <br />
**Thursday, June 24 – 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM <br />
**Thursday, September 16 – 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM <br />
**Thursday, December 16 – 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM <br />
<br />
*'''Credits''' - Training Team <br />
**CEU's - Continuing Education Units approved and distributed by the AAC Institute<br />
**CRC's - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Credits approved and distributed by the Commissioner Rehabilitation Counselor Certification or CRCC <br />
<br />
*'''CDC/CDC Foundation''' - Carolyn-PI, Johan and Liz-Co-PI, Sam-Project Management, Trish-Project Support<br />
**COVID-19 Accessible Materials and Culturally Relevant Messages for Individuals with Disabilities<br />
<br />
***Dissemination - project messaging, microsite, presentations, trainings, webinars<br />
<br />
*'''GATE 2021'''<br />
**TFL GATE Session on Thursday, March 18 4PM-6PM - Presented by Carolyn, Ben S., Liz, Sam<br />
***Topics: CIDI and TFL overview, general academic learning aids w/focus on access, accessibility of educational materials in the online environment<br />
<br />
*'''Social Media''' - Tori<br />
**Send articles, webinars, videos, general information, etc. to post<br />
<br />
*'''ATAP (AT3)''' - Carolyn, Liz, Trish (support)<br />
**AT Reuse Activities (PIOC)<br />
<br />
*'''Social Isolation/Connectedness Coalition (ACL/n4a)''' - Carolyn, Rachel, Martha, Sal<br />
<br />
*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach''' - Carolyn and Liz<br />
**Check out the [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website] to learn more.<br />
<br />
*''' Webinars'''<br />
**Wired Wednesdays<br />
**ASK series <br />
<br />
*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA''' - Carolyn, Liz, Sam, Raminta<br />
**Outreach & Public Awareness ongoing, Technology and Disability Policy Highlights (TDPH)<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase''' - Carolyn, Liz, Tori<br />
***Focus groups, trainings, webinars<br />
<br />
=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
<br />
*Software requests & New Portal Registrations <br />
** Slow<br />
**57 districts/charters/GNETS registered in the portal that have not requested software; in the upcoming weeks coordinating a communications blast to remind those registered in the portal how to access and how to request software and other services.<br />
*GaDOE Portal Requests <br />
**Lumpkin County – consultation/collaboration (completed)<br />
**Savannah-Chatham County – consultation/collaboration (scheduled)<br />
*EdTrade – roll-out<br />
*Supporting other requests for assistance/information/help as they come in<br />
* Continue to be actively involved in the Accessible Educational Materials (AEM) Cohort work and participate on the leadership team. We are beginning the self-assessment process at the state level by going through a series of 7 quality indicators for AEM and using the information for goal setting for Georgia. <br />
*Active work participating in the College Transition Partnership (GaCTP) Grant with GSU and UGA. This one-year project focuses on developing a pilot focused on the transition from college to work or graduate education for students on the autism spectrum. I am working to infuse AT into any component of the Pilot project where it fits – utilizing resources that are readily available.<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''== <br />
<br />
*Device Demo 10/1/ 20- Present All Centers 28<br />
*Device Demos 10/1/20- Present TFL 9<br />
<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present All Centers 24<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present TFL 24<br />
<br />
*Device Reutilization 1055<br />
<br />
<br />
*Wired Wednesdays- March 10th with Routine Factory demoing- Thank you Ciara for asking them- they gave a great demo to us last week.<br />
*Rachel, Tori, and Martha- presented on Feb 17th to the 51 students in OT class at GSU- Great participation from the class<br />
*Matthew is working on a portal for the DAS Contract <br />
*Waiting to get back budgets and support letters from FODAC and Walton Options for new Tech Act funds<br />
*Several virtual demos being scheduled<br />
*Working with DOE Collaborations<br />
*Network partners continue to reach out for AT guidance and/or setting up virtual meetings with their clients for AT solutions with TFL<br />
* Working with Training/Outreach team on scheduling presentation and potential video for GGS<br />
<br />
=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (John)'''==<br />
<br />
*AccessGA <br />
**Georgia Dept. of Economic Development<br />
***technical assistance<br />
***Ongoing technical assistance with state agencies and ADA Coord’s office<br />
**Future webinar: accessibility features of Zoom and Teams<br />
<br />
*ATOB abstract submission <br />
<br />
*National Parks of Boston<br />
**survey results received<br />
**Draft SoW in progress for digital accessibility/disability awareness training<br />
<br />
*The NORA Project<br />
**additional follow-up technical assistance<br />
<br />
*College of Design<br />
**Digital Accessibility Training on accessible document creation and social media training provided Feb. 22<br />
<br />
*Georgia AER<br />
**Presentation provided on the Interplay Between AT and Digital Accessibility<br />
<br />
=='''AAC Labs'''==<br />
* Setting up AAC Lab laptop<br />
* working on display equipment order<br />
* Display materials planned: <br />
* Device information <br />
* Posters on elements of AAC and Access (i.e., types of AAC devices, core words, switches, scanning access, etc.)<br />
* Handouts on implementation strategies<br />
<br />
=='''TFL & ADA 30th Celebration'''==<br />
<br />
*https://nationaldaycalendar.com/dyslexia-awareness-month-october/<br />
<br />
**Hashtags:<br />
#ThanksToTheADA <br />
#WhatCanYouDo #ChooseToInclude #Disability #ADA<br />
<br />
*November<br />
**Veterans<br />
***"Honor all who served - In times of war - In times of peace"<br />
<br />
**Publications & Fact Sheets<br />
*Veterans - ADA Fact Sheets & Publications from the ADA National Network<br />
*Veterans Resources from the Southeast ADA Center<br />
*Veterans & Families Resource List from ADA Live!<br />
*ADA Live! Episodes by Topic - veterans<br />
**Social Media<br />
#HONORINGVETS – Show your Support on Twitter<br />
**VAntage Point Blog from U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs<br />
**Greenlight a Vet Program and help show that every Veteran has a story<br />
<br />
*December<br />
**Shaping a Universal Future<br />
***National ADA Symposium - Save the Date! Registration opens in January.<br />
*Resources: International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD)<br />
*United Nations (UN)– International Day of Persons with Disabilities<br />
*Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD)<br />
<br />
**Sharing ADA Stories<br />
*StoryCorps & Disability Visibility Project<br />
*StoryCorps MobileBooth Tour<br />
**ADA Legacy Project - Preserve. Celebrate. Educate.<br />
<br />
=='''Open Enrollment begins October 21st!'''==<br />
*Open Enrollment for 2021 Benefits selection begins tomorrow October 21st and ends November 6th. This is an active enrollment - meaning '''you must log into the system and confirm your benefits even if no changes are being made.''' Additionally, '''you will need to certify you and your dependent(s) (age 18 and older) tobacco use status. Tobacco users will be charged $100 per month, per person for using tobacco products and system automatically defaults to tobacco user.''' <br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
** Open Enrollment Website - https://www.usg.edu/hr/benefits/2021_benefits/your_2021_benefits_centered_on_you<br />
<br />
** Virtual Benefits Fair - USG Benefits Fair – October 19th – October 23rd. This event will include live events daily & Vendor 1:1 chats between 10am – 2p. (This event replaces GT Benefits Fair) - https://usg.vfairs.com/<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
** Benefits Comparison Guide - https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/benefits_docs/2021_Comparison_Guide_PDF.pdf<br />
<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# Complete your Open Enrollment for 2021 - 11/6<br />
# Complete Your GT Compliance - 11/17! <br />
# TH - Create and Share your Social Media posting plan for '''TFL's 30th & ADA's 30th'''.<br />
<br />
*'''S&E and Policy Synergies with Research Presentation Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
** Action: Send out PDF: CP<br />
** Action: TFL Team review & give Feedback<br />
<br />
*'''ACCESS for Aging Well Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
*'''AT Network Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
* '''AT Lending Library Issue'''<br />
**Action: Annabel will set up to Discuss & Resolve with Rachel<br />
<br />
* '''CDC/F Category 3''' <br />
**Action: Send out Announcements Nationally & Reminders - Tori<br />
<br />
*'''TFL Report to HHS | ACL & to Congress'''<br />
**Action: GaDOE Co-Op - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
**Action: CIDI S&E - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
<br />
*'''Ga DAS - Start Date/Nov. 19th Training'''<br />
**Action: CP will get info Jeni</div>Rsatterfield8http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_4/20/2021&diff=5825TFL Team Meeting - 4/20/20212021-04-19T20:34:11Z<p>Rsatterfield8: /* TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn) */</p>
<hr />
<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
<br />
*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
<br />
=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
<br />
1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
<br />
2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
<br />
3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
<br />
<br />
=Agenda=<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* FY20 Performance Evaluations, FY21 Goals, FY21 Telework & FY21 Flexforms <br />
* TFL FY21 - GR00008119 Worktag (1st CR $130,959)<br />
* Projects:<br />
** Georgia Division of Aging (DAS) - CARES Act - Combining SOW & Budgets with ~$26k increase! (Start Date Jan. 2021)<br />
** GaDOE FY20 Co-PI Gina & FY 21 - Ben will be increasing his role to help Gina and me! (2021 New - Start Jan. 2021)<br />
** GVRA Contract FY 21 - In Discussions with GT Leadership - Co-PI's Martha, Zerrin & Ben<br />
** CDC Contract (12 Mths) - Co-PIs Liz, Johan - NCE through June 30.<br />
** HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
** NEW - Wireless RERC - $35K<br />
** ATAP/AT3 - $8K - Met re: AbleData & Requested $50k.<br />
* '''TFL Strategic Planning - Focused Sessions'''<br />
**What do you think?<br />
<br />
=='''Almost Complete!! CDC/F Trainings & Activities (Category 3) (Carolyn)'''==<br />
**'''COVID-19: Apps for Promoting Independence and Safety - Complete!''' <br />
**'''COVID-19: Sanitization of Personal Durable Medical Equipment (DME) - Complete!''' <br />
**'''A Closer Look: Face Masks and People with Disabilities - Complete!'''<br />
**'''A Closer Look: Mental Health and Resilience within the Disability Community during COVID-19 - Complete!'''<br />
**'''Making Social Media Accessible for People with Disabilities'''<br />
**'''A Closer Look: Guidance for Business and Employers Considering the Needs of People with Disabilities during COVID-19''' <br />
<br />
**'''COVID-19 Simplified Text 2-Minute Videos'''<br />
***Format: Simplified Text Scripts for 2-minute videos<br />
***DRAFT Video Description:<br />
***These 2-minute videos will demonstrate information found in the CDC guidance related to COVID-19 to more effectively communicate vital information to individuals with limited literacy skills who would benefit from Simplified Text (at grade level 3 or below). <br />
***Target Audience:<br />
***This is an introductory-intermediate level video intended for anyone interested in learning more about COVID-19 and for individuals who would benefit from information in Simplified Text. <br />
***Presenters: ? A user/presenter??<br />
***Facilitators: Carolyn Phillips, Karen Erickson<br />
***Content Development: Norah Sinclair<br />
***Tentative Date(s) of release, depending upon approval: February 17, 2021<br />
<br />
*New CDCF Contract!<br />
*Vaccine Webinar #1<br />
*Vaccine Webinar #2<br />
<br />
=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates'''==<br />
'''Transition'''<br />
# Credit-Able - Who can help?<br />
# Voice messages on Danny's line - how is that going to be handled?<br />
# Deliverables on Grants & Contracts - Who can help?<br />
# Physical files will still remain in Danny's office <br />
<br />
'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Credit-Able applications are on hold until 1/15/21<br />
<br />
'''Presentations''' <br />
# Social media presentation is being developed with Tori and John- being presented TOMORROW<br />
<br />
'''Other Updates'''<br />
#<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* ATOB Vol. 15 - Article on DBHDD Project has been released!<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(2) - Public Health: feature our work on CDC Project<br />
** Over 10 articles proposed - call closes in June<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS Project (Decision Tree Project)'''<br />
'''Content'''<br />
* Two presentations in March on job accommodations for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities:<br />
** Webinar Tues. March 23 - part of Advancing Employment Initiative, An Employer’s Guide To Workplace Accommodations for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities<br />
*** part of UGA's Institute on Human Development and Disability's Best Practices in Employment Supports project. <br />
** Webinar Wed. March 24 - Wired Wednesday series: Cognitive Aids in the Workplace: time management and learning new tasks<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS Programming '''<br />
* Functioning model is out on a server for preliminary review. <br />
* More robust version is nearing release. <br />
<br />
'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT)''' <br />
* MoAT Small Bets project is analyzing data from Round 4 (Final round)<br />
* Research Team is applying for a GTRI seed grant: Mastery of AT and the IEP in K-12 <br />
** 1 Year, $75K<br />
** Build a web-based tool for use by IEP teams <br />
** Help us validate our Mastery of AT Tool <br />
** Plan research questions and methodology for a larger Education grant in future<br />
* Research Team has also submitted: <br />
** NIDILRR FIP proposal (3 yrs, $600K - Fall 2021) Mastery of AT and Work<br />
** NSF Planning Grant (1 Yr. $100 - Fall 2021) Mastery of AT and Work<br />
<br />
''' RRTC Grant proposal: AT Impact '''<br />
** One of several projects - 5 years<br />
** Follow up on the DBHDD clients we saw in 2017-2019 pilot <br />
*** Look at the long term impact of our intervention<br />
***Enhance/perfect the original DBHDD intervention <br />
** Work with another 60 referrals over the curse of the project <br />
** Partner with DBHDD - train a cadre of counsellors to identify appropriate AT<br />
** Revise the Foundational Measures Survey & Adapted Student Performance Profile <br />
** Work with DBHDD to develop a cost/benefit measure for the intervention<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Fellowship (ITEP)'''<br />
*Fellow applications are in<br />
**Evaluating the applications<br />
*Mentor recruitment is in progress <br />
*Planning stage for the ITEP will take place January through March<br />
**We are working on designing the instruction component <br />
<br />
<br />
'''NSF Proposal'''<br />
*Submitted<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Institute Research Awards Selection Committee 2021'''<br />
*Serving to represent College of Design<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
<br />
'''Data Reminder:''' Don't forget to include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
<br />
'''Updates'''<br />
<br />
*'''Tools for Life'''<br />
**Sam's last day is March 12<br />
***Are you working on any projects together? Any questions?<br />
***We'll schedule a virtual farewell gathering soon!<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures deadline is April 30, 2021. Keep working on it! - Liz, Sam<br />
**Webinar archives - update and organize - Tori<br />
**TFL Website, wiki - Liz, Sam, Tori<br />
**Training plan - host more virtually.<br />
**AT3 Webinar on Disinfecting and Sanitization today at 3 - Carolyn and Liz<br />
**Vaccine Information Collaborative for People with Disabilities and Older Adults - Carolyn, Liz, Trish<br />
<br />
*'''Advisory Council 2021'''<br />
**Thursday, March 25 – 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM <br />
**Thursday, June 24 – 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM <br />
**Thursday, September 16 – 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM <br />
**Thursday, December 16 – 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM <br />
<br />
*'''Credits''' - Training Team <br />
**CEU's - Continuing Education Units approved and distributed by the AAC Institute<br />
**CRC's - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Credits approved and distributed by the Commissioner Rehabilitation Counselor Certification or CRCC <br />
<br />
*'''CDC/CDC Foundation''' - Carolyn-PI, Johan and Liz-Co-PI, Sam-Project Management, Trish-Project Support<br />
**COVID-19 Accessible Materials and Culturally Relevant Messages for Individuals with Disabilities<br />
<br />
***Dissemination - project messaging, microsite, presentations, trainings, webinars<br />
<br />
*'''GATE 2021'''<br />
**TFL GATE Session on Thursday, March 18 4PM-6PM - Presented by Carolyn, Ben S., Liz, Sam<br />
***Topics: CIDI and TFL overview, general academic learning aids w/focus on access, accessibility of educational materials in the online environment<br />
<br />
*'''Social Media''' - Tori<br />
**Send articles, webinars, videos, general information, etc. to post<br />
<br />
*'''ATAP (AT3)''' - Carolyn, Liz, Trish (support)<br />
**AT Reuse Activities (PIOC)<br />
<br />
*'''Social Isolation/Connectedness Coalition (ACL/n4a)''' - Carolyn, Rachel, Martha, Sal<br />
<br />
*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach''' - Carolyn and Liz<br />
**Check out the [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website] to learn more.<br />
<br />
*''' Webinars'''<br />
**Wired Wednesdays<br />
**ASK series <br />
<br />
*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA''' - Carolyn, Liz, Sam, Raminta<br />
**Outreach & Public Awareness ongoing, Technology and Disability Policy Highlights (TDPH)<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase''' - Carolyn, Liz, Tori<br />
***Focus groups, trainings, webinars<br />
<br />
=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
<br />
*Software requests & New Portal Registrations <br />
** Slow<br />
**57 districts/charters/GNETS registered in the portal that have not requested software; in the upcoming weeks coordinating a communications blast to remind those registered in the portal how to access and how to request software and other services.<br />
*GaDOE Portal Requests <br />
**Lumpkin County – consultation/collaboration (completed)<br />
**Savannah-Chatham County – consultation/collaboration (scheduled)<br />
*EdTrade – roll-out<br />
*Supporting other requests for assistance/information/help as they come in<br />
* Continue to be actively involved in the Accessible Educational Materials (AEM) Cohort work and participate on the leadership team. We are beginning the self-assessment process at the state level by going through a series of 7 quality indicators for AEM and using the information for goal setting for Georgia. <br />
*Active work participating in the College Transition Partnership (GaCTP) Grant with GSU and UGA. This one-year project focuses on developing a pilot focused on the transition from college to work or graduate education for students on the autism spectrum. I am working to infuse AT into any component of the Pilot project where it fits – utilizing resources that are readily available.<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''== <br />
<br />
*Device Demo 10/1/ 20- Present All Centers 28<br />
*Device Demos 10/1/20- Present TFL 9<br />
<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present All Centers 24<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present TFL 24<br />
<br />
*Device Reutilization 1055<br />
<br />
<br />
*Wired Wednesdays- March 10th with Routine Factory demoing- Thank you Ciara for asking them- they gave a great demo to us last week.<br />
*Rachel, Tori, and Martha- presented on Feb 17th to the 51 students in OT class at GSU- Great participation from the class<br />
*Matthew is working on a portal for the DAS Contract <br />
*Waiting to get back budgets and support letters from FODAC and Walton Options for new Tech Act funds<br />
*Several virtual demos being scheduled<br />
*Working with DOE Collaborations<br />
*Network partners continue to reach out for AT guidance and/or setting up virtual meetings with their clients for AT solutions with TFL<br />
* Working with Training/Outreach team on scheduling presentation and potential video for GGS<br />
<br />
=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (John)'''==<br />
<br />
*AccessGA <br />
**Georgia Dept. of Economic Development<br />
***technical assistance<br />
***Ongoing technical assistance with state agencies and ADA Coord’s office<br />
**Future webinar: accessibility features of Zoom and Teams<br />
<br />
*ATOB abstract submission <br />
<br />
*National Parks of Boston<br />
**survey results received<br />
**Draft SoW in progress for digital accessibility/disability awareness training<br />
<br />
*The NORA Project<br />
**additional follow-up technical assistance<br />
<br />
*College of Design<br />
**Digital Accessibility Training on accessible document creation and social media training provided Feb. 22<br />
<br />
*Georgia AER<br />
**Presentation provided on the Interplay Between AT and Digital Accessibility<br />
<br />
=='''AAC Labs'''==<br />
* Setting up AAC Lab laptop<br />
* working on display equipment order<br />
* Display materials planned: <br />
* Device information <br />
* Posters on elements of AAC and Access (i.e., types of AAC devices, core words, switches, scanning access, etc.)<br />
* Handouts on implementation strategies<br />
<br />
=='''TFL & ADA 30th Celebration'''==<br />
<br />
*https://nationaldaycalendar.com/dyslexia-awareness-month-october/<br />
<br />
**Hashtags:<br />
#ThanksToTheADA <br />
#WhatCanYouDo #ChooseToInclude #Disability #ADA<br />
<br />
*November<br />
**Veterans<br />
***"Honor all who served - In times of war - In times of peace"<br />
<br />
**Publications & Fact Sheets<br />
*Veterans - ADA Fact Sheets & Publications from the ADA National Network<br />
*Veterans Resources from the Southeast ADA Center<br />
*Veterans & Families Resource List from ADA Live!<br />
*ADA Live! Episodes by Topic - veterans<br />
**Social Media<br />
#HONORINGVETS – Show your Support on Twitter<br />
**VAntage Point Blog from U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs<br />
**Greenlight a Vet Program and help show that every Veteran has a story<br />
<br />
*December<br />
**Shaping a Universal Future<br />
***National ADA Symposium - Save the Date! Registration opens in January.<br />
*Resources: International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD)<br />
*United Nations (UN)– International Day of Persons with Disabilities<br />
*Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD)<br />
<br />
**Sharing ADA Stories<br />
*StoryCorps & Disability Visibility Project<br />
*StoryCorps MobileBooth Tour<br />
**ADA Legacy Project - Preserve. Celebrate. Educate.<br />
<br />
=='''Open Enrollment begins October 21st!'''==<br />
*Open Enrollment for 2021 Benefits selection begins tomorrow October 21st and ends November 6th. This is an active enrollment - meaning '''you must log into the system and confirm your benefits even if no changes are being made.''' Additionally, '''you will need to certify you and your dependent(s) (age 18 and older) tobacco use status. Tobacco users will be charged $100 per month, per person for using tobacco products and system automatically defaults to tobacco user.''' <br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
** Open Enrollment Website - https://www.usg.edu/hr/benefits/2021_benefits/your_2021_benefits_centered_on_you<br />
<br />
** Virtual Benefits Fair - USG Benefits Fair – October 19th – October 23rd. This event will include live events daily & Vendor 1:1 chats between 10am – 2p. (This event replaces GT Benefits Fair) - https://usg.vfairs.com/<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
** Benefits Comparison Guide - https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/benefits_docs/2021_Comparison_Guide_PDF.pdf<br />
<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# Complete your Open Enrollment for 2021 - 11/6<br />
# Complete Your GT Compliance - 11/17! <br />
# TH - Create and Share your Social Media posting plan for '''TFL's 30th & ADA's 30th'''.<br />
<br />
*'''S&E and Policy Synergies with Research Presentation Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
** Action: Send out PDF: CP<br />
** Action: TFL Team review & give Feedback<br />
<br />
*'''ACCESS for Aging Well Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
*'''AT Network Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
* '''AT Lending Library Issue'''<br />
**Action: Annabel will set up to Discuss & Resolve with Rachel<br />
<br />
* '''CDC/F Category 3''' <br />
**Action: Send out Announcements Nationally & Reminders - Tori<br />
<br />
*'''TFL Report to HHS | ACL & to Congress'''<br />
**Action: GaDOE Co-Op - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
**Action: CIDI S&E - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
<br />
*'''Ga DAS - Start Date/Nov. 19th Training'''<br />
**Action: CP will get info Jeni</div>Rsatterfield8http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_4/20/2021&diff=5824TFL Team Meeting - 4/20/20212021-04-19T20:32:33Z<p>Rsatterfield8: /* TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn) */</p>
<hr />
<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
<br />
*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
<br />
=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
<br />
1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
<br />
2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
<br />
3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
<br />
<br />
=Agenda=<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* FY20 Performance Evaluations, FY21 Goals, FY21 Telework & FY21 Flexforms <br />
* TFL FY21 - GR00008119 Worktag (1st CR $130,959)<br />
* Projects:<br />
** Georgia Division of Aging (DAS) - CARES Act - Combining SOW & Budgets with ~$26k increase! (Start Date Jan. 2021)<br />
** GaDOE FY20 Co-PI Gina & FY 21 - Ben will be increasing his role to help Gina and me! (2021 New - Start Jan. 2021)<br />
** GVRA Contract FY 21 - In Discussions with GT Leadership - Co-PI's Martha, Zerrin & Ben<br />
** CDC Contract (12 Mths) - Co-PIs Liz, Johan - NCE through June 30.<br />
** HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
** NEW - Wireless RERC - $35K<br />
** ATAP/AT3 - $8K - Met re: AbleData & Requested $50k.<br />
* '''TFL Strategic Planning - Focused Sessions'''<br />
**What do you think?<br />
<br />
=='''Almost Complete!! CDC/F Trainings & Activities (Category 3) (Carolyn)'''==<br />
**'''COVID-19: Apps for Promoting Independence and Safety - Complete!''' <br />
**'''COVID-19: Sanitization of Personal Durable Medical Equipment (DME) - Complete!''' <br />
**'''A Closer Look: Face Masks and People with Disabilities - Complete!'''<br />
**'''A Closer Look: Mental Health and Resilience within the Disability Community during COVID-19 - Complete!'''<br />
**'''Making Social Media Accessible for People with Disabilities'''<br />
**'''A Closer Look: Guidance for Business and Employers Considering the Needs of People with Disabilities during COVID-19''' <br />
<br />
**'''COVID-19 Simplified Text 2-Minute Videos'''<br />
***Format: Simplified Text Scripts for 2-minute videos<br />
***DRAFT Video Description:<br />
***These 2-minute videos will demonstrate information found in the CDC guidance related to COVID-19 to more effectively communicate vital information to individuals with limited literacy skills who would benefit from Simplified Text (at grade level 3 or below). <br />
***Target Audience:<br />
***This is an introductory-intermediate level video intended for anyone interested in learning more about COVID-19 and for individuals who would benefit from information in Simplified Text. <br />
***Presenters: ? A user/presenter??<br />
***Facilitators: Carolyn Phillips, Karen Erickson<br />
***Content Development: Norah Sinclair<br />
***Tentative Date(s) of release, depending upon approval: February 17, 2021<br />
<br />
*New CDCF Contract!<br />
*Vaccine Webinar #1<br />
*Vaccine Webinar #2<br />
<br />
=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates'''==<br />
'''Transition'''<br />
# Credit-Able - Who can help?<br />
# Voice messages on Danny's line - how is that going to be handled?<br />
# Deliverables on Grants & Contracts - Who can help?<br />
# Physical files will still remain in Danny's office <br />
<br />
'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Credit-Able applications are on hold until 1/15/21<br />
<br />
'''Presentations''' <br />
# Social media presentation is being developed with Tori and John- being presented TOMORROW<br />
<br />
'''Other Updates'''<br />
#<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* ATOB Vol. 15 - Article on DBHDD Project has been released!<br />
* ATOB Vol. 16(2) - Public Health: feature our work on CDC Project<br />
** Over 10 articles proposed - call closes in June<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS Project (Decision Tree Project)'''<br />
'''Content'''<br />
* Two presentations in March on job accommodations for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities:<br />
** Webinar Tues. March 23 - part of Advancing Employment Initiative, An Employer’s Guide To Workplace Accommodations for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities<br />
*** part of UGA's Institute on Human Development and Disability's Best Practices in Employment Supports project. <br />
** Webinar Wed. March 24 - Wired Wednesday series: Cognitive Aids in the Workplace: time management and learning new tasks<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS Programming '''<br />
* Functioning model is out on a server for preliminary review. <br />
* More robust version is nearing release. <br />
<br />
'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT)''' <br />
* MoAT Small Bets project is analyzing data from Round 4 (Final round)<br />
* Research Team is applying for a GTRI seed grant: Mastery of AT and the IEP in K-12 <br />
** 1 Year, $75K<br />
** Build a web-based tool for use by IEP teams <br />
** Help us validate our Mastery of AT Tool <br />
** Plan research questions and methodology for a larger Education grant in future<br />
* Research Team has also submitted: a <br />
** NIDILRR FIP proposal (3 yrs, $600K - Fall 2021) Mastery of AT and Work<br />
** NSF Planning Grant (1 Yr. $100 - Fall 2021) Mastery of AT and Work<br />
<br />
''' RRTC Grant proposal: AT Impact '''<br />
** One of several projects - 5 years<br />
** Follow up on the DBHDD clients we saw in 2017-2019 pilot <br />
*** Look at the long term impact of our intervention<br />
***Enhance/perfect the original DBHDD intervention <br />
** Work with another 60 referrals over the curse of the project <br />
** Partner with DBHDD - train a cadre of counsellors to identify appropriate AT<br />
** Revise the Foundational Measures Survey & Adapted Student Performance Profile <br />
** Work with DBHDD to develop a cost/benefit measure for the intervention<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Fellowship (ITEP)'''<br />
*Fellow applications are in<br />
**Evaluating the applications<br />
*Mentor recruitment is in progress <br />
*Planning stage for the ITEP will take place January through March<br />
**We are working on designing the instruction component <br />
<br />
<br />
'''NSF Proposal'''<br />
*Submitted<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Institute Research Awards Selection Committee 2021'''<br />
*Serving to represent College of Design<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
<br />
'''Data Reminder:''' Don't forget to include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
<br />
'''Updates'''<br />
<br />
*'''Tools for Life'''<br />
**Sam's last day is March 12<br />
***Are you working on any projects together? Any questions?<br />
***We'll schedule a virtual farewell gathering soon!<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures deadline is April 30, 2021. Keep working on it! - Liz, Sam<br />
**Webinar archives - update and organize - Tori<br />
**TFL Website, wiki - Liz, Sam, Tori<br />
**Training plan - host more virtually.<br />
**AT3 Webinar on Disinfecting and Sanitization today at 3 - Carolyn and Liz<br />
**Vaccine Information Collaborative for People with Disabilities and Older Adults - Carolyn, Liz, Trish<br />
<br />
*'''Advisory Council 2021'''<br />
**Thursday, March 25 – 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM <br />
**Thursday, June 24 – 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM <br />
**Thursday, September 16 – 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM <br />
**Thursday, December 16 – 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM <br />
<br />
*'''Credits''' - Training Team <br />
**CEU's - Continuing Education Units approved and distributed by the AAC Institute<br />
**CRC's - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Credits approved and distributed by the Commissioner Rehabilitation Counselor Certification or CRCC <br />
<br />
*'''CDC/CDC Foundation''' - Carolyn-PI, Johan and Liz-Co-PI, Sam-Project Management, Trish-Project Support<br />
**COVID-19 Accessible Materials and Culturally Relevant Messages for Individuals with Disabilities<br />
<br />
***Dissemination - project messaging, microsite, presentations, trainings, webinars<br />
<br />
*'''GATE 2021'''<br />
**TFL GATE Session on Thursday, March 18 4PM-6PM - Presented by Carolyn, Ben S., Liz, Sam<br />
***Topics: CIDI and TFL overview, general academic learning aids w/focus on access, accessibility of educational materials in the online environment<br />
<br />
*'''Social Media''' - Tori<br />
**Send articles, webinars, videos, general information, etc. to post<br />
<br />
*'''ATAP (AT3)''' - Carolyn, Liz, Trish (support)<br />
**AT Reuse Activities (PIOC)<br />
<br />
*'''Social Isolation/Connectedness Coalition (ACL/n4a)''' - Carolyn, Rachel, Martha, Sal<br />
<br />
*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach''' - Carolyn and Liz<br />
**Check out the [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website] to learn more.<br />
<br />
*''' Webinars'''<br />
**Wired Wednesdays<br />
**ASK series <br />
<br />
*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA''' - Carolyn, Liz, Sam, Raminta<br />
**Outreach & Public Awareness ongoing, Technology and Disability Policy Highlights (TDPH)<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase''' - Carolyn, Liz, Tori<br />
***Focus groups, trainings, webinars<br />
<br />
=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
<br />
*Software requests & New Portal Registrations <br />
** Slow<br />
**57 districts/charters/GNETS registered in the portal that have not requested software; in the upcoming weeks coordinating a communications blast to remind those registered in the portal how to access and how to request software and other services.<br />
*GaDOE Portal Requests <br />
**Lumpkin County – consultation/collaboration (completed)<br />
**Savannah-Chatham County – consultation/collaboration (scheduled)<br />
*EdTrade – roll-out<br />
*Supporting other requests for assistance/information/help as they come in<br />
* Continue to be actively involved in the Accessible Educational Materials (AEM) Cohort work and participate on the leadership team. We are beginning the self-assessment process at the state level by going through a series of 7 quality indicators for AEM and using the information for goal setting for Georgia. <br />
*Active work participating in the College Transition Partnership (GaCTP) Grant with GSU and UGA. This one-year project focuses on developing a pilot focused on the transition from college to work or graduate education for students on the autism spectrum. I am working to infuse AT into any component of the Pilot project where it fits – utilizing resources that are readily available.<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''== <br />
<br />
*Device Demo 10/1/ 20- Present All Centers 28<br />
*Device Demos 10/1/20- Present TFL 9<br />
<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present All Centers 24<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present TFL 24<br />
<br />
*Device Reutilization 1055<br />
<br />
<br />
*Wired Wednesdays- March 10th with Routine Factory demoing- Thank you Ciara for asking them- they gave a great demo to us last week.<br />
*Rachel, Tori, and Martha- presented on Feb 17th to the 51 students in OT class at GSU- Great participation from the class<br />
*Matthew is working on a portal for the DAS Contract <br />
*Waiting to get back budgets and support letters from FODAC and Walton Options for new Tech Act funds<br />
*Several virtual demos being scheduled<br />
*Working with DOE Collaborations<br />
*Network partners continue to reach out for AT guidance and/or setting up virtual meetings with their clients for AT solutions with TFL<br />
* Working with Training/Outreach team on scheduling presentation and potential video for GGS<br />
<br />
=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (John)'''==<br />
<br />
*AccessGA <br />
**Georgia Dept. of Economic Development<br />
***technical assistance<br />
***Ongoing technical assistance with state agencies and ADA Coord’s office<br />
**Future webinar: accessibility features of Zoom and Teams<br />
<br />
*ATOB abstract submission <br />
<br />
*National Parks of Boston<br />
**survey results received<br />
**Draft SoW in progress for digital accessibility/disability awareness training<br />
<br />
*The NORA Project<br />
**additional follow-up technical assistance<br />
<br />
*College of Design<br />
**Digital Accessibility Training on accessible document creation and social media training provided Feb. 22<br />
<br />
*Georgia AER<br />
**Presentation provided on the Interplay Between AT and Digital Accessibility<br />
<br />
=='''AAC Labs'''==<br />
* Setting up AAC Lab laptop<br />
* working on display equipment order<br />
* Display materials planned: <br />
* Device information <br />
* Posters on elements of AAC and Access (i.e., types of AAC devices, core words, switches, scanning access, etc.)<br />
* Handouts on implementation strategies<br />
<br />
=='''TFL & ADA 30th Celebration'''==<br />
<br />
*https://nationaldaycalendar.com/dyslexia-awareness-month-october/<br />
<br />
**Hashtags:<br />
#ThanksToTheADA <br />
#WhatCanYouDo #ChooseToInclude #Disability #ADA<br />
<br />
*November<br />
**Veterans<br />
***"Honor all who served - In times of war - In times of peace"<br />
<br />
**Publications & Fact Sheets<br />
*Veterans - ADA Fact Sheets & Publications from the ADA National Network<br />
*Veterans Resources from the Southeast ADA Center<br />
*Veterans & Families Resource List from ADA Live!<br />
*ADA Live! Episodes by Topic - veterans<br />
**Social Media<br />
#HONORINGVETS – Show your Support on Twitter<br />
**VAntage Point Blog from U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs<br />
**Greenlight a Vet Program and help show that every Veteran has a story<br />
<br />
*December<br />
**Shaping a Universal Future<br />
***National ADA Symposium - Save the Date! Registration opens in January.<br />
*Resources: International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD)<br />
*United Nations (UN)– International Day of Persons with Disabilities<br />
*Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD)<br />
<br />
**Sharing ADA Stories<br />
*StoryCorps & Disability Visibility Project<br />
*StoryCorps MobileBooth Tour<br />
**ADA Legacy Project - Preserve. Celebrate. Educate.<br />
<br />
=='''Open Enrollment begins October 21st!'''==<br />
*Open Enrollment for 2021 Benefits selection begins tomorrow October 21st and ends November 6th. This is an active enrollment - meaning '''you must log into the system and confirm your benefits even if no changes are being made.''' Additionally, '''you will need to certify you and your dependent(s) (age 18 and older) tobacco use status. Tobacco users will be charged $100 per month, per person for using tobacco products and system automatically defaults to tobacco user.''' <br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
** Open Enrollment Website - https://www.usg.edu/hr/benefits/2021_benefits/your_2021_benefits_centered_on_you<br />
<br />
** Virtual Benefits Fair - USG Benefits Fair – October 19th – October 23rd. This event will include live events daily & Vendor 1:1 chats between 10am – 2p. (This event replaces GT Benefits Fair) - https://usg.vfairs.com/<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
** Benefits Comparison Guide - https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/benefits_docs/2021_Comparison_Guide_PDF.pdf<br />
<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# Complete your Open Enrollment for 2021 - 11/6<br />
# Complete Your GT Compliance - 11/17! <br />
# TH - Create and Share your Social Media posting plan for '''TFL's 30th & ADA's 30th'''.<br />
<br />
*'''S&E and Policy Synergies with Research Presentation Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
** Action: Send out PDF: CP<br />
** Action: TFL Team review & give Feedback<br />
<br />
*'''ACCESS for Aging Well Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
*'''AT Network Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
* '''AT Lending Library Issue'''<br />
**Action: Annabel will set up to Discuss & Resolve with Rachel<br />
<br />
* '''CDC/F Category 3''' <br />
**Action: Send out Announcements Nationally & Reminders - Tori<br />
<br />
*'''TFL Report to HHS | ACL & to Congress'''<br />
**Action: GaDOE Co-Op - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
**Action: CIDI S&E - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
<br />
*'''Ga DAS - Start Date/Nov. 19th Training'''<br />
**Action: CP will get info Jeni</div>Rsatterfield8http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_3/2/2021&diff=5750TFL Team Meeting - 3/2/20212021-03-02T13:45:08Z<p>Rsatterfield8: /* TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn) */</p>
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<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
<br />
*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
<br />
=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
<br />
1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
<br />
2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
<br />
3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
<br />
<br />
=Agenda=<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
* FY20 Performance Evaluations, FY21 Goals, FY21 Telework & FY21 Flexforms <br />
* TFL FY21 - GR00008119 Worktag (1st CR $130,959)<br />
* Projects:<br />
** Georgia Division of Aging (DAS) - CARES Act - Combining SOW & Budgets with ~$26k increase! (Start Date Jan. 2021)<br />
** GaDOE FY20 Co-PI Gina & FY 21 - Ben will be increasing his role to help Gina and me! (2021 New - Start Jan. 2021)<br />
** GVRA Contract FY 21 - In Discussions with GT Leadership - Co-PI's Martha, Zerrin & Ben<br />
** CDC Contract (12 Mths) - Co-PIs Liz, Johan - NCE through June 30.<br />
** HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
** NEW - Wireless RERC - $35K<br />
** ATAP/AT3 - $8K - Met re: AbleData & Requested $50k.<br />
* '''TFL Strategic Planning - Focused Sessions'''<br />
**What do you think?<br />
<br />
=='''Almost Complete!! CDC/F Trainings & Activities (Category 3) (Carolyn)'''==<br />
**'''COVID-19: Apps for Promoting Independence and Safety - Complete!''' <br />
**'''COVID-19: Sanitization of Personal Durable Medical Equipment (DME) - Complete!''' <br />
**'''A Closer Look: Face Masks and People with Disabilities - Complete!'''<br />
**'''A Closer Look: Mental Health and Resilience within the Disability Community during COVID-19 - Complete!'''<br />
**'''Making Social Media Accessible for People with Disabilities'''<br />
**'''A Closer Look: Guidance for Business and Employers Considering the Needs of People with Disabilities during COVID-19''' <br />
<br />
**'''COVID-19 Simplified Text 2-Minute Videos'''<br />
***Format: Simplified Text Scripts for 2-minute videos<br />
***DRAFT Video Description:<br />
***These 2-minute videos will demonstrate information found in the CDC guidance related to COVID-19 to more effectively communicate vital information to individuals with limited literacy skills who would benefit from Simplified Text (at grade level 3 or below). <br />
***Target Audience:<br />
***This is an introductory-intermediate level video intended for anyone interested in learning more about COVID-19 and for individuals who would benefit from information in Simplified Text. <br />
***Presenters: ? A user/presenter??<br />
***Facilitators: Carolyn Phillips, Karen Erickson<br />
***Content Development: Norah Sinclair<br />
***Tentative Date(s) of release, depending upon approval: February 17, 2021<br />
<br />
*New CDCF Contract!<br />
*Vaccine Webinar #1<br />
*Vaccine Webinar #2<br />
<br />
=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates'''==<br />
'''Transition'''<br />
# Credit-Able - Who can help?<br />
# Voice messages on Danny's line - how is that going to be handled?<br />
# Deliverables on Grants & Contracts - Who can help?<br />
# Physical files will still remain in Danny's office <br />
<br />
'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Credit-Able applications are on hold until 1/15/21<br />
<br />
'''Presentations''' <br />
# Social media presentation is being developed with Tori and John- being presented TOMORROW<br />
<br />
'''Other Updates'''<br />
#<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* ATOB Vol. 15 - Article on DBHDD Project will soon be released!<br />
** Manuscript is in final copy editing.<br />
** Release date set for March 2021<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS Project (Decision Tree Project)'''<br />
'''Content'''<br />
* Two presentations in March on job accommodations for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities:<br />
** Webinar Tues. March 23 - part of Advancing Employment Initiative, An Employer’s Guide To Workplace Accommodations for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities<br />
*** part of UGA's Institute on Human Development and Disability's Best Practices in Employment Supports project. <br />
** Webinar Wed. March 24 - Wired Wednesday series: Cognitive Aids in the Workplace: time management and learning new tasks<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS Programming '''<br />
* Functioning model is out on a server for preliminary review. <br />
* More robust version is nearing release. <br />
<br />
'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT)''' <br />
* MoAT Small Bets project is preparing for Round 4 (Final round)<br />
* Research Team is applying for an NSF Planning Grant: Mastery of AT and the Future of Work <br />
** 1 Year, $150K<br />
** Help us validate our Mastery of AT Tool <br />
** Plan research questions and methodology for a larger NSF grant in future<br />
* Research Team has submitted a NIDILRR FIP proposal <br />
** Three years, $600K<br />
** Would commence July or September of 2021 - when Small Bets grant ends<br />
** Apply the framework and the tool developed in MoAT Small Bets project<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Fellowship (ITEP)'''<br />
*Fellow applications are in<br />
**Evaluating the applications<br />
*Mentor recruitment is in progress <br />
*Planning stage for the ITEP will take place January through March<br />
**We are working on designing the instruction component <br />
<br />
<br />
'''NSF Proposal'''<br />
*Submitted<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Institute Research Awards Selection Committee 2021'''<br />
*Serving to represent College of Design<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
<br />
'''Data Reminder:''' Don't forget to include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
<br />
'''Updates'''<br />
<br />
*'''Tools for Life'''<br />
**Sam's last day is March 12<br />
***Are you working on any projects together? Any questions?<br />
***We'll schedule a virtual farewell gathering soon!<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures deadline is April 30, 2021. Keep working on it! - Liz, Sam<br />
**Webinar archives - update and organize - Tori<br />
**TFL Website, wiki - Liz, Sam, Tori<br />
**Training plan - host more virtually.<br />
**AT3 Webinar on Disinfecting and Sanitization today at 3 - Carolyn and Liz<br />
**Vaccine Information Collaborative for People with Disabilities and Older Adults - Carolyn, Liz, Trish<br />
<br />
*'''Advisory Council 2021'''<br />
**Thursday, March 25 – 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM <br />
**Thursday, June 24 – 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM <br />
**Thursday, September 16 – 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM <br />
**Thursday, December 16 – 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM <br />
<br />
*'''Credits''' - Training Team <br />
**CEU's - Continuing Education Units approved and distributed by the AAC Institute<br />
**CRC's - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Credits approved and distributed by the Commissioner Rehabilitation Counselor Certification or CRCC <br />
<br />
*'''CDC/CDC Foundation''' - Carolyn-PI, Johan and Liz-Co-PI, Sam-Project Management, Trish-Project Support<br />
**COVID-19 Accessible Materials and Culturally Relevant Messages for Individuals with Disabilities<br />
<br />
***Dissemination - project messaging, microsite, presentations, trainings, webinars<br />
<br />
*'''GATE 2021'''<br />
**TFL GATE Session on Thursday, March 18 4PM-6PM - Presented by Carolyn, Ben S., Liz, Sam<br />
***Topics: CIDI and TFL overview, general academic learning aids w/focus on access, accessibility of educational materials in the online environment<br />
<br />
*'''Social Media''' - Tori<br />
**Send articles, webinars, videos, general information, etc. to post<br />
<br />
*'''ATAP (AT3)''' - Carolyn, Liz, Trish (support)<br />
**AT Reuse Activities (PIOC)<br />
<br />
*'''Social Isolation/Connectedness Coalition (ACL/n4a)''' - Carolyn, Rachel, Martha, Sal<br />
<br />
*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach''' - Carolyn and Liz<br />
**Check out the [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website] to learn more.<br />
<br />
*''' Webinars'''<br />
**Wired Wednesdays<br />
**ASK series <br />
<br />
*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA''' - Carolyn, Liz, Sam, Raminta<br />
**Outreach & Public Awareness ongoing, Technology and Disability Policy Highlights (TDPH)<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase''' - Carolyn, Liz, Tori<br />
***Focus groups, trainings, webinars<br />
<br />
=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
<br />
*Software requests & New Portal Registrations <br />
** Slow<br />
**57 districts/charters/GNETS registered in the portal that have not requested software; in the upcoming weeks coordinating a communications blast to remind those registered in the portal how to access and how to request software and other services.<br />
*GaDOE Portal Requests <br />
**Lumpkin County – consultation/collaboration (completed)<br />
**Savannah-Chatham County – consultation/collaboration (scheduled)<br />
*EdTrade – roll-out<br />
*Supporting other requests for assistance/information/help as they come in<br />
* Continue to be actively involved in the Accessible Educational Materials (AEM) Cohort work and participate on the leadership team. We are beginning the self-assessment process at the state level by going through a series of 7 quality indicators for AEM and using the information for goal setting for Georgia. <br />
*Active work participating in the College Transition Partnership (GaCTP) Grant with GSU and UGA. This one-year project focuses on developing a pilot focused on the transition from college to work or graduate education for students on the autism spectrum. I am working to infuse AT into any component of the Pilot project where it fits – utilizing resources that are readily available.<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''== <br />
<br />
*Device Demo 10/1/ 20- Present All Centers 28<br />
*Device Demos 10/1/20- Present TFL 9<br />
<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present All Centers 24<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present TFL 24<br />
<br />
*Device Reutilization 1055<br />
<br />
<br />
*Wired Wednesdays- March 10th with Routine Factory demoing- Thank you Ciara for asking them- they gave a great demo to us last week.<br />
*Rachel, Tori, and Martha- presented on Feb 17th to the 51 students in OT class at GSU- Great participation from the class<br />
*Matthew is working on a portal for the DAS Contract <br />
*Waiting to get back budgets and support letters from FODAC and Walton Options for new Tech Act funds<br />
*Several virtual demos being scheduled<br />
*Working with DOE Collaborations<br />
*Network partners continue to reach out for AT guidance and/or setting up virtual meetings with their clients for AT solutions with TFL<br />
* Working with Training/Outreach team on scheduling presentation and potential video for GGS<br />
<br />
=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (John)'''==<br />
<br />
*AccessGA <br />
**Georgia Dept. of Economic Development<br />
***web accessibility evaluation<br />
***technical assistance<br />
***Ongoing technical assistance with state agencies and ADA Coord’s office<br />
**Future webinar: accessibility features of Zoom and Teams<br />
<br />
*CDC Foundation<br />
**Social Media Presentation Feb. 18th with Tori<br />
**PDF Remediation for previously submitted Word docs to CDC<br />
<br />
*National Parks of Boston<br />
**exploring ways to make their digital assets more accessible<br />
<br />
*The NORA Project<br />
**additional follow-up technical assistance<br />
<br />
*College of Design<br />
**Digital Accessibility Training on accessible document creation and social media Feb. 22<br />
<br />
=='''AAC Labs'''==<br />
* Setting up AAC Lab laptop<br />
* working on display equipment order<br />
* Display materials planned: <br />
* Device information <br />
* Posters on elements of AAC and Access (i.e., types of AAC devices, core words, switches, scanning access, etc.)<br />
* Handouts on implementation strategies<br />
<br />
=='''TFL & ADA 30th Celebration'''==<br />
<br />
*https://nationaldaycalendar.com/dyslexia-awareness-month-october/<br />
<br />
**Hashtags:<br />
#ThanksToTheADA <br />
#WhatCanYouDo #ChooseToInclude #Disability #ADA<br />
<br />
*November<br />
**Veterans<br />
***"Honor all who served - In times of war - In times of peace"<br />
<br />
**Publications & Fact Sheets<br />
*Veterans - ADA Fact Sheets & Publications from the ADA National Network<br />
*Veterans Resources from the Southeast ADA Center<br />
*Veterans & Families Resource List from ADA Live!<br />
*ADA Live! Episodes by Topic - veterans<br />
**Social Media<br />
#HONORINGVETS – Show your Support on Twitter<br />
**VAntage Point Blog from U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs<br />
**Greenlight a Vet Program and help show that every Veteran has a story<br />
<br />
*December<br />
**Shaping a Universal Future<br />
***National ADA Symposium - Save the Date! Registration opens in January.<br />
*Resources: International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD)<br />
*United Nations (UN)– International Day of Persons with Disabilities<br />
*Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD)<br />
<br />
**Sharing ADA Stories<br />
*StoryCorps & Disability Visibility Project<br />
*StoryCorps MobileBooth Tour<br />
**ADA Legacy Project - Preserve. Celebrate. Educate.<br />
<br />
=='''Open Enrollment begins October 21st!'''==<br />
*Open Enrollment for 2021 Benefits selection begins tomorrow October 21st and ends November 6th. This is an active enrollment - meaning '''you must log into the system and confirm your benefits even if no changes are being made.''' Additionally, '''you will need to certify you and your dependent(s) (age 18 and older) tobacco use status. Tobacco users will be charged $100 per month, per person for using tobacco products and system automatically defaults to tobacco user.''' <br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
** Open Enrollment Website - https://www.usg.edu/hr/benefits/2021_benefits/your_2021_benefits_centered_on_you<br />
<br />
** Virtual Benefits Fair - USG Benefits Fair – October 19th – October 23rd. This event will include live events daily & Vendor 1:1 chats between 10am – 2p. (This event replaces GT Benefits Fair) - https://usg.vfairs.com/<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
** Benefits Comparison Guide - https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/benefits_docs/2021_Comparison_Guide_PDF.pdf<br />
<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# Complete your Open Enrollment for 2021 - 11/6<br />
# Complete Your GT Compliance - 11/17! <br />
# TH - Create and Share your Social Media posting plan for '''TFL's 30th & ADA's 30th'''.<br />
<br />
*'''S&E and Policy Synergies with Research Presentation Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
** Action: Send out PDF: CP<br />
** Action: TFL Team review & give Feedback<br />
<br />
*'''ACCESS for Aging Well Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
*'''AT Network Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
* '''AT Lending Library Issue'''<br />
**Action: Annabel will set up to Discuss & Resolve with Rachel<br />
<br />
* '''CDC/F Category 3''' <br />
**Action: Send out Announcements Nationally & Reminders - Tori<br />
<br />
*'''TFL Report to HHS | ACL & to Congress'''<br />
**Action: GaDOE Co-Op - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
**Action: CIDI S&E - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
<br />
*'''Ga DAS - Start Date/Nov. 19th Training'''<br />
**Action: CP will get info Jeni</div>Rsatterfield8http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_2/16/2021&diff=5729TFL Team Meeting - 2/16/20212021-02-15T20:36:47Z<p>Rsatterfield8: /* TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn) */</p>
<hr />
<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
<br />
*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
<br />
=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
<br />
1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
<br />
2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
<br />
3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
<br />
<br />
=Agenda=<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
*'''Happy New Year to You!''' <br />
* '''eWAFs - Review, Correct (if Needed) & Archive (in Your "FY21 Allocations CIDI Services & Education" Dropbox Folder)'''<br />
* FY20 Performance Evaluations, FY21 Goals, FY21 Telework & FY21 Flexforms <br />
* TFL FY21 - GR00008119 Worktag (1st CR $130,959)<br />
* Projects:<br />
** Georgia Division of Aging (DAS) - CARES Act - Combining SOW & Budgets with ~$26k increase! (Start Date Jan. 2021)<br />
** GaDOE FY20 Co-PI Gina & FY 21 - Ben will be increasing his role to help Gina and me! (2021 New - Start Jan. 2021)<br />
** GVRA Contract FY 21 - In Discussions with GT Leadership - Co-PI's Martha, Zerrin & Ben<br />
** CDC Contract (12 Mths) - Co-PIs Liz, Johan - NCE through June 30.<br />
** HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
** NEW - Wireless RERC - $35K<br />
** ATAP/AT3 - $8K - Met re: AbleData & Requested $50k.<br />
* Danny's Announcement (Proud of You, Danny!)<br />
* TFL Strategic Planning - Focused Sessions<br />
<br />
=='''CDC/F Trainings & Activities (Category 3) (Carolyn)'''==<br />
**'''COVID-19: Apps for Promoting Independence and Safety - Complete!''' <br />
**'''COVID-19: Sanitization of Personal Durable Medical Equipment (DME) - Complete!''' <br />
**'''A Closer Look: Face Masks and People with Disabilities - Complete!'''<br />
**'''A Closer Look: Mental Health and Resilience within the Disability Community during COVID-19 - Complete!'''<br />
<br />
**'''Making Social Media Accessible for People with Disabilities'''<br />
***Formats: Podcast, Brief PDF Tip Sheet<br />
***DRAFT Podcast Description:<br />
***A skilled user of social media with accessibility expertise will demonstrate how to make shared information more accessible on frequently used platforms: Facebook, Twitter, Snapchat, Instagram and TikTok. Based on needs assessments, these platforms may have a greater likelihood of being used to share CDC guidance related to COVID-19 to more effectively communicate vital information to individuals with disabilities. <br />
***Target Audience:<br />
***This medium targets user audiences who are less likely to use the mainstream internet to seek protective healthcare guidance.<br />
***Method of Delivery:<br />
***This podcast will demonstrate how accessibility principles can be applied to platforms designed for brief messaging or posting. It will be designed with UDL principles and hosted on an accessible platform. A related Tip Sheet will be posted on the CIDI website. This podcast will be xx minutes long.<br />
***Presenter(s): ??PwD??<br />
***Facilitator: Sam Peters<br />
***Tentative Date(s) of Release, depending upon approval: Jan. 20, 2021<br />
<br />
**'''COVID-19 Glossary of ASL Signs'''<br />
***Format(s): Video<br />
***DRAFT Video Description:<br />
***As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve, so does American Sign Language (ASL). This video will demonstrate COVID-19 ASL signs to more effectively communicate vital information about COVID-19. <br />
***Target Audience:<br />
***This is an introductory-intermediate level video intended for anyone interested in learning more about COVID-19 ASL Signs. <br />
***Presenters: Deaf Link ASL Interpreters<br />
***Facilitator(s): Maureen Linden & Sheryl Ballenger<br />
***Content Development: Norah Sinclair<br />
***Tentative Date(s) of Release depending upon approval: December 16, 2020<br />
***Method of Delivery:<br />
**This video will be produced in ASL with captioning and guidance to go along with the video. It will be designed with UDL principles and hosted on an accessible platform.<br />
<br />
**'''A Closer Look: Guidance for Business and Employers Considering the Needs of People with Disabilities during COVID-19''' <br />
***Format: Webinar Panel Discussion<br />
***DRAFT Description:<br />
***As businesses continue to operate and/or reopen during the COVID-19 pandemic, there are many questions about how businesses can continue operations safely while considering the needs of employees and patrons with disabilities. Join us for a panel discussion with disability leaders, business owners, consultants and professionals as we explore issues and share strategies, solutions and resources. <br />
**Presenters:<br />
***Disability:IN<br />
***EY or PWC<br />
***Publix or Walgreens<br />
***Facilitator: Liz or Carolyn<br />
***Tentative Date(s) depending upon approval: December 16, 2020, 2-3 PM EST; OR January 20, 2021, 2-3 PM EST; OR February 10, 2021, 2-3 PM EST<br />
<br />
**'''COVID-19 Simplified Text 2-Minute Videos'''<br />
***Format: Simplified Text Scripts for 2-minute videos<br />
***DRAFT Video Description:<br />
***These 2-minute videos will demonstrate information found in the CDC guidance related to COVID-19 to more effectively communicate vital information to individuals with limited literacy skills who would benefit from Simplified Text (at grade level 3 or below). <br />
***Target Audience:<br />
***This is an introductory-intermediate level video intended for anyone interested in learning more about COVID-19 and for individuals who would benefit from information in Simplified Text. <br />
***Presenters: ? A user/presenter??<br />
***Facilitators: Carolyn Phillips, Karen Erickson<br />
***Content Development: Norah Sinclair<br />
***Tentative Date(s) of release, depending upon approval: February 17, 2021 <br />
<br />
=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates (Danny)'''==<br />
'''Transition'''<br />
# Credit-Able - Who can help?<br />
# Voice messages on Danny's line - how is that going to be handled?<br />
# Deliverables on Grants & Contracts - Who can help?<br />
# Physical files will still remain in Danny's office <br />
<br />
'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Credit-Able applications are on hold until 1/15/21<br />
<br />
'''Presentations''' <br />
# Social media presentation is being developed with Tori and John- being presented TOMORROW<br />
<br />
'''Other Updates'''<br />
#<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* ATOB Vol. 15 - Article on DBHDD Project will soon be released!<br />
** Manuscript is in final copy editing.<br />
** Release date set for February/ March 2021<br />
<br />
'''What Users of AT Wish Developers Knew...''' <br />
* Presentation:<br />
** ATIA (Jan/Feb) ''What Users of AT Wish Developers Knew..'' presentation is available now to paid attendees through end of March.<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS Project (Decision Tree Project)'''<br />
'''Content'''<br />
* Two presentations in March on job accommodations for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities:<br />
** Webinar Tues. March 23 - part of Advancing Employment Initiative, An Employer’s Guide To Workplace Accommodations for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities<br />
*** part of UGA's Institute on Human Development and Disability's Best Practices in Employment Supports project. <br />
** Webinar Wed. March 24 - Wired Wednesday series: Cognitive Aids in the Workplace: time management and learning new tasks<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS Programming '''<br />
* Functioning model is out on a server for preliminary review. <br />
* More robust version is nearing release. <br />
<br />
'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT)''' <br />
* MoAT Small Bets project is analyzing Round 3 data. <br />
** Preparing for Round 4 (Final round)<br />
* Research Team has submitted a NIDILRR FIP proposal <br />
** Three years, $600K<br />
** Would commence July or September of 2021 - when Small Bets grant ends<br />
** Apply the framework and the tool developed in MoAT Small Bets project<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Fellowship (ITEP)'''<br />
*Fellow admissions, mentor recruitment and project webpage is in progress <br />
**Evaluating the applications on a rolling basis<br />
*Planning stage for the ITEP will take place January through March<br />
**We are working on designing the instruction component <br />
<br />
<br />
'''NSF Proposal'''<br />
*Got feedback from Hanover<br />
*Found a mentor and three advisory board members<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Institute Research Awards Selection Committee 2021'''<br />
*Serving to represent College of Design<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
<br />
'''Data Reminder:''' Don't forget to include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
<br />
'''Updates'''<br />
<br />
*'''Tools for Life'''<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures deadline is postponed until April 2021. Keep working on it! - Liz, Sam<br />
**Keeping wiki and webinar archives updated and organized - Tori<br />
**TFL Website - Sam, Shaina<br />
**Working on training plan to host more virtually. Training team will circle back this year. Thank you to those that have already sent in their ppts, descriptions, etc.<br />
<br />
*'''CDC'''<br />
**Accessible Materials and Culturally Relevant Messages for Individuals with Disabilities<br />
**Carolyn PI, Johan and Liz Co-PI, Sam Project Management, Trish Project Support<br />
***Dissemination - project messaging, microsite, presentations, trainings, webinars<br />
****Category 3 webinar coordination - 1 remaining! Updated registration numbers: 02/10 Guidance for Businesses - 1337. Over 1,800 participants in each of the live webinars!<br />
*****Register for upcoming webinars [https://cidi.gatech.edu/covid/training here]<br />
****Project management - Sam <br />
***EP Magazine article submitted and will run the second week in February, on the 10th the latest<br />
<br />
*'''GATE 2021'''<br />
**Dates set for TFL GATE Session on Thursday, March 18 4PM-6PM<br />
***Topics requested: CIDI and TFL overview, general academic learning aids with a focus on access, address accessibility of educational materials in the online environment<br />
***Bring in others at CIDI - Shery, Valerie ??<br />
***Sam & Liz coordinate and co-present (if needed)<br />
***We need other presenters. Who is available? Gina - content development, Others? Martha, Ben, ??<br />
<br />
*'''Social Media'''<br />
**Send articles, webinars, videos, general information, etc. to post and share with TFL followers<br />
**Like, Follow, and Share our pages with your networks and others <br />
<br />
*'''ATAP (AT3)'''<br />
**2021 contract and deliverables - CP & Liz<br />
***AT Reuse Activities (PIOC)<br />
<br />
*'''Social Isolation/Connectedness Coalition (ACL/n4a)''' - Carolyn, Rachel, Martha, Sal<br />
<br />
*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach'''<br />
**Carolyn and Liz<br />
**Design Competition - Carolyn & Danny lead, Liz support<br />
**Check out the [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website] to learn more.<br />
<br />
*''' Webinars'''<br />
**Working on expanding our webinars<br />
***Updating CRC's and CEUs for live and archived webinars - Liz & Tori<br />
**Wired Wednesdays<br />
**ASK series <br />
**More webinar offerings from TFL?<br />
<br />
*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA'''<br />
**Carolyn, Liz, Sam, Raminta<br />
**Outreach & Public Awareness ongoing (Sam lead)<br />
**Submitting to the Technology and Disability Policy Highlights (TDPH)<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase'''<br />
**Carolyn and Liz - Telework <br />
***focus groups, training<br />
<br />
=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
<br />
GaDOE FY 21 Update<br />
*Software<br />
**385, 399 licenses provisioned from Texthelp (all three software titles)<br />
*Portal<br />
**281 total registered portal users <br />
**176 unique LEA’s represented/registered (districts, charters, state schools, GNETS) <br />
***156 Districts represented<br />
***9 Charters <br />
***4 State Schools<br />
***7 GNETS <br />
*GaDOE Portal Requests <br />
**Columbia County -loan<br />
**Lumpkin County – consultation/collaboration (scheduled)<br />
**Indirect Questions/Requests – redirecting to the portal<br />
*Miscellaneous<br />
**57 districts/charters/GNETS registered in the portal that have not requested software as of 2.8.21<br />
*Discovery Survey <br />
**looking at that data<br />
*Webinar Series Collaboration<br />
**Completed 2/3 for the FY21 contract – want support for the 3rd Fall 2021<br />
*Work beginning on the video series<br />
*EdTrade – roll-out<br />
*Camp Speak (AAC Camp) – looking less probable<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''== <br />
<br />
*Device Demo 10/1/ 20- Present All Centers 28<br />
*Device Demos 10/1/20- Present TFL 9<br />
<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present All Centers 24<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present TFL 24<br />
<br />
*Device Reutilization 1055<br />
<br />
<br />
*Wired Wednesdays- Feb 17th with Naomi and will need people to continue to sign up <br />
*Rachel, Tori, and Martha will be presenting on Feb 17th for GSU OT Class to cover AT for ADL and Funding<br />
*Matthew is working on a portal for the DAS Contract <br />
*Met with Thom Synder and Yolanda with DAS in regards to creating new onboarding training webinars<br />
*Last week/s review of AT was recorded- it was sent out and recording is also in the Teams Meeting<br />
*Several virtual demos being scheduled<br />
<br />
=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (John)'''==<br />
<br />
*AccessGA <br />
**Georgia Dept. of Economic Development<br />
***Ongoing technical assistance with two additional state agencies<br />
**AccessGA Webinar Feb. 3rd: Moving Beyond Compliance in the Digital Space<br />
**Future webinar: accessibility features of Zoom and Teams<br />
<br />
*CDC Foundation<br />
**Social Media Presentation Feb. 18th with Tori<br />
**PDF Remediation for previously submitted Word docs to CDC<br />
<br />
*National Parks of Boston<br />
**exploring ways to make their digital assets more accessible<br />
<br />
*The NORA Project<br />
**additional follow-up technical assistance being scheduled<br />
<br />
*College of Design<br />
**Digital Accessibility Training on accessible document creation and social media<br />
<br />
=='''AAC Labs'''==<br />
* Setting up AAC Lab laptop<br />
* working on display equipment order<br />
* Display materials planned: <br />
* Device information <br />
* Posters on elements of AAC and Access (i.e., types of AAC devices, core words, switches, scanning access, etc.)<br />
* Handouts on implementation strategies<br />
<br />
=='''TFL & ADA 30th Celebration'''==<br />
<br />
*https://nationaldaycalendar.com/dyslexia-awareness-month-october/<br />
<br />
**Hashtags:<br />
#ThanksToTheADA <br />
#WhatCanYouDo #ChooseToInclude #Disability #ADA<br />
<br />
*November<br />
**Veterans<br />
***"Honor all who served - In times of war - In times of peace"<br />
<br />
**Publications & Fact Sheets<br />
*Veterans - ADA Fact Sheets & Publications from the ADA National Network<br />
*Veterans Resources from the Southeast ADA Center<br />
*Veterans & Families Resource List from ADA Live!<br />
*ADA Live! Episodes by Topic - veterans<br />
**Social Media<br />
#HONORINGVETS – Show your Support on Twitter<br />
**VAntage Point Blog from U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs<br />
**Greenlight a Vet Program and help show that every Veteran has a story<br />
<br />
*December<br />
**Shaping a Universal Future<br />
***National ADA Symposium - Save the Date! Registration opens in January.<br />
*Resources: International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD)<br />
*United Nations (UN)– International Day of Persons with Disabilities<br />
*Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD)<br />
<br />
**Sharing ADA Stories<br />
*StoryCorps & Disability Visibility Project<br />
*StoryCorps MobileBooth Tour<br />
**ADA Legacy Project - Preserve. Celebrate. Educate.<br />
<br />
=='''Open Enrollment begins October 21st!'''==<br />
*Open Enrollment for 2021 Benefits selection begins tomorrow October 21st and ends November 6th. This is an active enrollment - meaning '''you must log into the system and confirm your benefits even if no changes are being made.''' Additionally, '''you will need to certify you and your dependent(s) (age 18 and older) tobacco use status. Tobacco users will be charged $100 per month, per person for using tobacco products and system automatically defaults to tobacco user.''' <br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
** Open Enrollment Website - https://www.usg.edu/hr/benefits/2021_benefits/your_2021_benefits_centered_on_you<br />
<br />
** Virtual Benefits Fair - USG Benefits Fair – October 19th – October 23rd. This event will include live events daily & Vendor 1:1 chats between 10am – 2p. (This event replaces GT Benefits Fair) - https://usg.vfairs.com/<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
** Benefits Comparison Guide - https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/benefits_docs/2021_Comparison_Guide_PDF.pdf<br />
<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# Complete your Open Enrollment for 2021 - 11/6<br />
# Complete Your GT Compliance - 11/17! <br />
# TH - Create and Share your Social Media posting plan for '''TFL's 30th & ADA's 30th'''.<br />
<br />
*'''S&E and Policy Synergies with Research Presentation Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
** Action: Send out PDF: CP<br />
** Action: TFL Team review & give Feedback<br />
<br />
*'''ACCESS for Aging Well Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
*'''AT Network Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
* '''AT Lending Library Issue'''<br />
**Action: Annabel will set up to Discuss & Resolve with Rachel<br />
<br />
* '''CDC/F Category 3''' <br />
**Action: Send out Announcements Nationally & Reminders - Tori<br />
<br />
*'''TFL Report to HHS | ACL & to Congress'''<br />
**Action: GaDOE Co-Op - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
**Action: CIDI S&E - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
<br />
*'''Ga DAS - Start Date/Nov. 19th Training'''<br />
**Action: CP will get info Jeni</div>Rsatterfield8http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_2/16/2021&diff=5728TFL Team Meeting - 2/16/20212021-02-15T20:36:06Z<p>Rsatterfield8: /* TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn) */</p>
<hr />
<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
<br />
*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
<br />
=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
<br />
1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
<br />
2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
<br />
3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
<br />
<br />
=Agenda=<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
*'''Happy New Year to You!''' <br />
* '''eWAFs - Review, Correct (if Needed) & Archive (in Your "FY21 Allocations CIDI Services & Education" Dropbox Folder)'''<br />
* FY20 Performance Evaluations, FY21 Goals, FY21 Telework & FY21 Flexforms <br />
* TFL FY21 - GR00008119 Worktag (1st CR $130,959)<br />
* Projects:<br />
** Georgia Division of Aging (DAS) - CARES Act - Combining SOW & Budgets with ~$26k increase! (Start Date Jan. 2021)<br />
** GaDOE FY20 Co-PI Gina & FY 21 - Ben will be increasing his role to help Gina and me! (2021 New - Start Jan. 2021)<br />
** GVRA Contract FY 21 - In Discussions with GT Leadership - Co-PI's Martha, Zerrin & Ben<br />
** CDC Contract (12 Mths) - Co-PIs Liz, Johan - NCE through June 30.<br />
** HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
** NEW - Wireless RERC - $35K<br />
** ATAP/AT3 - $8K - Met re: AbleData & Requested $50k.<br />
* Danny's Announcement (Proud of You, Danny!)<br />
* TFL Strategic Planning - Focused Sessions<br />
<br />
=='''CDC/F Trainings & Activities (Category 3) (Carolyn)'''==<br />
**'''COVID-19: Apps for Promoting Independence and Safety - Complete!''' <br />
**'''COVID-19: Sanitization of Personal Durable Medical Equipment (DME) - Complete!''' <br />
**'''A Closer Look: Face Masks and People with Disabilities - Complete!'''<br />
**'''A Closer Look: Mental Health and Resilience within the Disability Community during COVID-19 - Complete!'''<br />
<br />
**'''Making Social Media Accessible for People with Disabilities'''<br />
***Formats: Podcast, Brief PDF Tip Sheet<br />
***DRAFT Podcast Description:<br />
***A skilled user of social media with accessibility expertise will demonstrate how to make shared information more accessible on frequently used platforms: Facebook, Twitter, Snapchat, Instagram and TikTok. Based on needs assessments, these platforms may have a greater likelihood of being used to share CDC guidance related to COVID-19 to more effectively communicate vital information to individuals with disabilities. <br />
***Target Audience:<br />
***This medium targets user audiences who are less likely to use the mainstream internet to seek protective healthcare guidance.<br />
***Method of Delivery:<br />
***This podcast will demonstrate how accessibility principles can be applied to platforms designed for brief messaging or posting. It will be designed with UDL principles and hosted on an accessible platform. A related Tip Sheet will be posted on the CIDI website. This podcast will be xx minutes long.<br />
***Presenter(s): ??PwD??<br />
***Facilitator: Sam Peters<br />
***Tentative Date(s) of Release, depending upon approval: Jan. 20, 2021<br />
<br />
**'''COVID-19 Glossary of ASL Signs'''<br />
***Format(s): Video<br />
***DRAFT Video Description:<br />
***As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve, so does American Sign Language (ASL). This video will demonstrate COVID-19 ASL signs to more effectively communicate vital information about COVID-19. <br />
***Target Audience:<br />
***This is an introductory-intermediate level video intended for anyone interested in learning more about COVID-19 ASL Signs. <br />
***Presenters: Deaf Link ASL Interpreters<br />
***Facilitator(s): Maureen Linden & Sheryl Ballenger<br />
***Content Development: Norah Sinclair<br />
***Tentative Date(s) of Release depending upon approval: December 16, 2020<br />
***Method of Delivery:<br />
**This video will be produced in ASL with captioning and guidance to go along with the video. It will be designed with UDL principles and hosted on an accessible platform.<br />
<br />
**'''A Closer Look: Guidance for Business and Employers Considering the Needs of People with Disabilities during COVID-19''' <br />
***Format: Webinar Panel Discussion<br />
***DRAFT Description:<br />
***As businesses continue to operate and/or reopen during the COVID-19 pandemic, there are many questions about how businesses can continue operations safely while considering the needs of employees and patrons with disabilities. Join us for a panel discussion with disability leaders, business owners, consultants and professionals as we explore issues and share strategies, solutions and resources. <br />
**Presenters:<br />
***Disability:IN<br />
***EY or PWC<br />
***Publix or Walgreens<br />
***Facilitator: Liz or Carolyn<br />
***Tentative Date(s) depending upon approval: December 16, 2020, 2-3 PM EST; OR January 20, 2021, 2-3 PM EST; OR February 10, 2021, 2-3 PM EST<br />
<br />
**'''COVID-19 Simplified Text 2-Minute Videos'''<br />
***Format: Simplified Text Scripts for 2-minute videos<br />
***DRAFT Video Description:<br />
***These 2-minute videos will demonstrate information found in the CDC guidance related to COVID-19 to more effectively communicate vital information to individuals with limited literacy skills who would benefit from Simplified Text (at grade level 3 or below). <br />
***Target Audience:<br />
***This is an introductory-intermediate level video intended for anyone interested in learning more about COVID-19 and for individuals who would benefit from information in Simplified Text. <br />
***Presenters: ? A user/presenter??<br />
***Facilitators: Carolyn Phillips, Karen Erickson<br />
***Content Development: Norah Sinclair<br />
***Tentative Date(s) of release, depending upon approval: February 17, 2021 <br />
<br />
=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates (Danny)'''==<br />
'''Transition'''<br />
# Credit-Able - Who can help?<br />
# Voice messages on Danny's line - how is that going to be handled?<br />
# Deliverables on Grants & Contracts - Who can help?<br />
# Physical files will still remain in Danny's office <br />
<br />
'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Credit-Able applications are on hold until 1/15/21<br />
<br />
'''Presentations''' <br />
# Social media presentation is being developed with Tori and John- being presented TOMORROW<br />
<br />
'''Other Updates'''<br />
#<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* ATOB Vol. 15 - Article on DBHDD Project will soon be released!<br />
** Manuscript is in final copy editing.<br />
** Release date set for February/ March 2021<br />
<br />
'''What Users of AT Wish Developers Knew...''' <br />
* Presentation:<br />
** ATIA (Jan/Feb) ''What Users of AT Wish Developers Knew..'' presentation is available now to paid attendees through end of March.<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS Project (Decision Tree Project)'''<br />
'''Content'''<br />
* Two presentations in March on job accommodations for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities:<br />
<br />
** Webinar Tues. March 23 - part of Advancing Employment Initiative, An Employer’s Guide To Workplace Accommodations for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities<br />
*** part of UGA's Institute on Human Development and Disability's Best Practices in Employment Supports project. <br />
** Webinar Wed. March 24 - Wired Wednesday series: Cognitive Aids in the Workplace: time management and learning new tasks<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS Programming '''<br />
* Functioning model is out on a server for preliminary review. <br />
* More robust version is nearing release. <br />
<br />
'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT)''' <br />
* MoAT Small Bets project is analyzing Round 3 data. <br />
** Preparing for Round 4 (Final round)<br />
* Research Team has submitted a NIDILRR FIP proposal <br />
** Three years, $600K<br />
** Would commence July or September of 2021 - when Small Bets grant ends<br />
** Apply the framework and the tool developed in MoAT Small Bets project<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Fellowship (ITEP)'''<br />
*Fellow admissions, mentor recruitment and project webpage is in progress <br />
**Evaluating the applications on a rolling basis<br />
*Planning stage for the ITEP will take place January through March<br />
**We are working on designing the instruction component <br />
<br />
<br />
'''NSF Proposal'''<br />
*Got feedback from Hanover<br />
*Found a mentor and three advisory board members<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Institute Research Awards Selection Committee 2021'''<br />
*Serving to represent College of Design<br />
<br />
=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
<br />
'''Data Reminder:''' Don't forget to include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
<br />
'''Updates'''<br />
<br />
*'''Tools for Life'''<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures deadline is postponed until April 2021. Keep working on it! - Liz, Sam<br />
**Keeping wiki and webinar archives updated and organized - Tori<br />
**TFL Website - Sam, Shaina<br />
**Working on training plan to host more virtually. Training team will circle back this year. Thank you to those that have already sent in their ppts, descriptions, etc.<br />
<br />
*'''CDC'''<br />
**Accessible Materials and Culturally Relevant Messages for Individuals with Disabilities<br />
**Carolyn PI, Johan and Liz Co-PI, Sam Project Management, Trish Project Support<br />
***Dissemination - project messaging, microsite, presentations, trainings, webinars<br />
****Category 3 webinar coordination - 1 remaining! Updated registration numbers: 02/10 Guidance for Businesses - 1337. Over 1,800 participants in each of the live webinars!<br />
*****Register for upcoming webinars [https://cidi.gatech.edu/covid/training here]<br />
****Project management - Sam <br />
***EP Magazine article submitted and will run the second week in February, on the 10th the latest<br />
<br />
*'''GATE 2021'''<br />
**Dates set for TFL GATE Session on Thursday, March 18 4PM-6PM<br />
***Topics requested: CIDI and TFL overview, general academic learning aids with a focus on access, address accessibility of educational materials in the online environment<br />
***Bring in others at CIDI - Shery, Valerie ??<br />
***Sam & Liz coordinate and co-present (if needed)<br />
***We need other presenters. Who is available? Gina - content development, Others? Martha, Ben, ??<br />
<br />
*'''Social Media'''<br />
**Send articles, webinars, videos, general information, etc. to post and share with TFL followers<br />
**Like, Follow, and Share our pages with your networks and others <br />
<br />
*'''ATAP (AT3)'''<br />
**2021 contract and deliverables - CP & Liz<br />
***AT Reuse Activities (PIOC)<br />
<br />
*'''Social Isolation/Connectedness Coalition (ACL/n4a)''' - Carolyn, Rachel, Martha, Sal<br />
<br />
*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach'''<br />
**Carolyn and Liz<br />
**Design Competition - Carolyn & Danny lead, Liz support<br />
**Check out the [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website] to learn more.<br />
<br />
*''' Webinars'''<br />
**Working on expanding our webinars<br />
***Updating CRC's and CEUs for live and archived webinars - Liz & Tori<br />
**Wired Wednesdays<br />
**ASK series <br />
**More webinar offerings from TFL?<br />
<br />
*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA'''<br />
**Carolyn, Liz, Sam, Raminta<br />
**Outreach & Public Awareness ongoing (Sam lead)<br />
**Submitting to the Technology and Disability Policy Highlights (TDPH)<br />
<br />
*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase'''<br />
**Carolyn and Liz - Telework <br />
***focus groups, training<br />
<br />
=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
<br />
GaDOE FY 21 Update<br />
*Software<br />
**385, 399 licenses provisioned from Texthelp (all three software titles)<br />
*Portal<br />
**281 total registered portal users <br />
**176 unique LEA’s represented/registered (districts, charters, state schools, GNETS) <br />
***156 Districts represented<br />
***9 Charters <br />
***4 State Schools<br />
***7 GNETS <br />
*GaDOE Portal Requests <br />
**Columbia County -loan<br />
**Lumpkin County – consultation/collaboration (scheduled)<br />
**Indirect Questions/Requests – redirecting to the portal<br />
*Miscellaneous<br />
**57 districts/charters/GNETS registered in the portal that have not requested software as of 2.8.21<br />
*Discovery Survey <br />
**looking at that data<br />
*Webinar Series Collaboration<br />
**Completed 2/3 for the FY21 contract – want support for the 3rd Fall 2021<br />
*Work beginning on the video series<br />
*EdTrade – roll-out<br />
*Camp Speak (AAC Camp) – looking less probable<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''== <br />
<br />
*Device Demo 10/1/ 20- Present All Centers 28<br />
*Device Demos 10/1/20- Present TFL 9<br />
<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present All Centers 24<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present TFL 24<br />
<br />
*Device Reutilization 1055<br />
<br />
<br />
*Wired Wednesdays- Feb 17th with Naomi and will need people to continue to sign up <br />
*Rachel, Tori, and Martha will be presenting on Feb 17th for GSU OT Class to cover AT for ADL and Funding<br />
*Matthew is working on a portal for the DAS Contract <br />
*Met with Thom Synder and Yolanda with DAS in regards to creating new onboarding training webinars<br />
*Last week/s review of AT was recorded- it was sent out and recording is also in the Teams Meeting<br />
*Several virtual demos being scheduled<br />
<br />
=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (John)'''==<br />
<br />
*AccessGA <br />
**Georgia Dept. of Economic Development<br />
***Ongoing technical assistance with two additional state agencies<br />
**AccessGA Webinar Feb. 3rd: Moving Beyond Compliance in the Digital Space<br />
**Future webinar: accessibility features of Zoom and Teams<br />
<br />
*CDC Foundation<br />
**Social Media Presentation Feb. 18th with Tori<br />
**PDF Remediation for previously submitted Word docs to CDC<br />
<br />
*National Parks of Boston<br />
**exploring ways to make their digital assets more accessible<br />
<br />
*The NORA Project<br />
**additional follow-up technical assistance being scheduled<br />
<br />
*College of Design<br />
**Digital Accessibility Training on accessible document creation and social media<br />
<br />
=='''AAC Labs'''==<br />
* Setting up AAC Lab laptop<br />
* working on display equipment order<br />
* Display materials planned: <br />
* Device information <br />
* Posters on elements of AAC and Access (i.e., types of AAC devices, core words, switches, scanning access, etc.)<br />
* Handouts on implementation strategies<br />
<br />
=='''TFL & ADA 30th Celebration'''==<br />
<br />
*https://nationaldaycalendar.com/dyslexia-awareness-month-october/<br />
<br />
**Hashtags:<br />
#ThanksToTheADA <br />
#WhatCanYouDo #ChooseToInclude #Disability #ADA<br />
<br />
*November<br />
**Veterans<br />
***"Honor all who served - In times of war - In times of peace"<br />
<br />
**Publications & Fact Sheets<br />
*Veterans - ADA Fact Sheets & Publications from the ADA National Network<br />
*Veterans Resources from the Southeast ADA Center<br />
*Veterans & Families Resource List from ADA Live!<br />
*ADA Live! Episodes by Topic - veterans<br />
**Social Media<br />
#HONORINGVETS – Show your Support on Twitter<br />
**VAntage Point Blog from U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs<br />
**Greenlight a Vet Program and help show that every Veteran has a story<br />
<br />
*December<br />
**Shaping a Universal Future<br />
***National ADA Symposium - Save the Date! Registration opens in January.<br />
*Resources: International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD)<br />
*United Nations (UN)– International Day of Persons with Disabilities<br />
*Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD)<br />
<br />
**Sharing ADA Stories<br />
*StoryCorps & Disability Visibility Project<br />
*StoryCorps MobileBooth Tour<br />
**ADA Legacy Project - Preserve. Celebrate. Educate.<br />
<br />
=='''Open Enrollment begins October 21st!'''==<br />
*Open Enrollment for 2021 Benefits selection begins tomorrow October 21st and ends November 6th. This is an active enrollment - meaning '''you must log into the system and confirm your benefits even if no changes are being made.''' Additionally, '''you will need to certify you and your dependent(s) (age 18 and older) tobacco use status. Tobacco users will be charged $100 per month, per person for using tobacco products and system automatically defaults to tobacco user.''' <br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
** Open Enrollment Website - https://www.usg.edu/hr/benefits/2021_benefits/your_2021_benefits_centered_on_you<br />
<br />
** Virtual Benefits Fair - USG Benefits Fair – October 19th – October 23rd. This event will include live events daily & Vendor 1:1 chats between 10am – 2p. (This event replaces GT Benefits Fair) - https://usg.vfairs.com/<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
** Benefits Comparison Guide - https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/benefits_docs/2021_Comparison_Guide_PDF.pdf<br />
<br />
=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# Complete your Open Enrollment for 2021 - 11/6<br />
# Complete Your GT Compliance - 11/17! <br />
# TH - Create and Share your Social Media posting plan for '''TFL's 30th & ADA's 30th'''.<br />
<br />
*'''S&E and Policy Synergies with Research Presentation Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
** Action: Send out PDF: CP<br />
** Action: TFL Team review & give Feedback<br />
<br />
*'''ACCESS for Aging Well Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
*'''AT Network Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
<br />
* '''AT Lending Library Issue'''<br />
**Action: Annabel will set up to Discuss & Resolve with Rachel<br />
<br />
* '''CDC/F Category 3''' <br />
**Action: Send out Announcements Nationally & Reminders - Tori<br />
<br />
*'''TFL Report to HHS | ACL & to Congress'''<br />
**Action: GaDOE Co-Op - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
**Action: CIDI S&E - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
<br />
*'''Ga DAS - Start Date/Nov. 19th Training'''<br />
**Action: CP will get info Jeni</div>Rsatterfield8http://gatfl.gatech.edu/tflwiki/index.php?title=TFL_Team_Meeting_-_2/16/2021&diff=5724TFL Team Meeting - 2/16/20212021-02-15T17:43:01Z<p>Rsatterfield8: /* TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn) */</p>
<hr />
<div>=TFL Mission=<br />
<br />
*Increase access to and acquisition of assistive technology devices and services so Georgians of all ages and disabilities can live, learn, work and play independently in communities of their choice.<br />
<br />
=Team Meeting Expectations=<br />
<br />
1. All TFL team meetings are no/light device meetings. This means using your device professionally, minimally, as an accommodation, or for emergencies.<br />
<br />
2. Be mindful of the time you are given for your updates.<br />
<br />
3. Provide thoughtful and comprehensive updates to the team. This time is the opportunity for everyone to learn about TFL projects and activities.<br />
<br />
<br />
=Agenda=<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Director Updates (Carolyn)'''==<br />
*'''Happy New Year to You!''' <br />
* '''eWAFs - Review, Correct (if Needed) & Archive (in Your "FY21 Allocations CIDI Services & Education" Dropbox Folder)'''<br />
* FY20 Performance Evaluations, FY21 Goals, FY21 Telework & FY21 Flexforms <br />
* TFL FY21 - GR00008119 Worktag (1st CR $130,959)<br />
* Projects:<br />
** Georgia Division of Aging (DAS) - CARES Act - Combining SOW & Budgets with ~$26k increase! (Start Date Jan. 2021)<br />
** GaDOE FY20 Co-PI Gina & FY 21 - Ben will be increasing his role to help Gina and me! (2021 New - Start Jan. 2021)<br />
** GVRA Contract FY 21 - In Discussions with GT Leadership - Co-PI's Martha, Zerrin & Ben<br />
** CDC Contract (12 Mths) - Co-PIs Liz, Johan - NCE through June 30.<br />
** HHS DRRP - Aging Well ACCESS - 5 Yr. $2.5 Million<br />
** 3 Yr HHS DRRP - AT Database - $1.5 Million - Meeting with partners from all over US.<br />
** NEW - Wireless RERC - $35K<br />
** ATAP/AT3 - $8K - Met re: AbleData & Requested $50k.<br />
* Danny's Announcement (Proud of You, Danny!)<br />
* TFL Strategic Planning - Focused Sessions<br />
<br />
=='''CDC/F Trainings & Activities (Category 3) (Carolyn)'''==<br />
**'''COVID-19: Apps for Promoting Independence and Safety - Complete!''' <br />
**'''COVID-19: Sanitization of Personal Durable Medical Equipment (DME) - Complete!''' <br />
**'''A Closer Look: Face Masks and People with Disabilities - Complete!'''<br />
**'''A Closer Look: Mental Health and Resilience within the Disability Community during COVID-19 - Complete!'''<br />
<br />
**'''Making Social Media Accessible for People with Disabilities'''<br />
***Formats: Podcast, Brief PDF Tip Sheet<br />
***DRAFT Podcast Description:<br />
***A skilled user of social media with accessibility expertise will demonstrate how to make shared information more accessible on frequently used platforms: Facebook, Twitter, Snapchat, Instagram and TikTok. Based on needs assessments, these platforms may have a greater likelihood of being used to share CDC guidance related to COVID-19 to more effectively communicate vital information to individuals with disabilities. <br />
***Target Audience:<br />
***This medium targets user audiences who are less likely to use the mainstream internet to seek protective healthcare guidance.<br />
***Method of Delivery:<br />
***This podcast will demonstrate how accessibility principles can be applied to platforms designed for brief messaging or posting. It will be designed with UDL principles and hosted on an accessible platform. A related Tip Sheet will be posted on the CIDI website. This podcast will be xx minutes long.<br />
***Presenter(s): ??PwD??<br />
***Facilitator: Sam Peters<br />
***Tentative Date(s) of Release, depending upon approval: Jan. 20, 2021<br />
<br />
**'''COVID-19 Glossary of ASL Signs'''<br />
***Format(s): Video<br />
***DRAFT Video Description:<br />
***As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve, so does American Sign Language (ASL). This video will demonstrate COVID-19 ASL signs to more effectively communicate vital information about COVID-19. <br />
***Target Audience:<br />
***This is an introductory-intermediate level video intended for anyone interested in learning more about COVID-19 ASL Signs. <br />
***Presenters: Deaf Link ASL Interpreters<br />
***Facilitator(s): Maureen Linden & Sheryl Ballenger<br />
***Content Development: Norah Sinclair<br />
***Tentative Date(s) of Release depending upon approval: December 16, 2020<br />
***Method of Delivery:<br />
**This video will be produced in ASL with captioning and guidance to go along with the video. It will be designed with UDL principles and hosted on an accessible platform.<br />
<br />
**'''A Closer Look: Guidance for Business and Employers Considering the Needs of People with Disabilities during COVID-19''' <br />
***Format: Webinar Panel Discussion<br />
***DRAFT Description:<br />
***As businesses continue to operate and/or reopen during the COVID-19 pandemic, there are many questions about how businesses can continue operations safely while considering the needs of employees and patrons with disabilities. Join us for a panel discussion with disability leaders, business owners, consultants and professionals as we explore issues and share strategies, solutions and resources. <br />
**Presenters:<br />
***Disability:IN<br />
***EY or PWC<br />
***Publix or Walgreens<br />
***Facilitator: Liz or Carolyn<br />
***Tentative Date(s) depending upon approval: December 16, 2020, 2-3 PM EST; OR January 20, 2021, 2-3 PM EST; OR February 10, 2021, 2-3 PM EST<br />
<br />
**'''COVID-19 Simplified Text 2-Minute Videos'''<br />
***Format: Simplified Text Scripts for 2-minute videos<br />
***DRAFT Video Description:<br />
***These 2-minute videos will demonstrate information found in the CDC guidance related to COVID-19 to more effectively communicate vital information to individuals with limited literacy skills who would benefit from Simplified Text (at grade level 3 or below). <br />
***Target Audience:<br />
***This is an introductory-intermediate level video intended for anyone interested in learning more about COVID-19 and for individuals who would benefit from information in Simplified Text. <br />
***Presenters: ? A user/presenter??<br />
***Facilitators: Carolyn Phillips, Karen Erickson<br />
***Content Development: Norah Sinclair<br />
***Tentative Date(s) of release, depending upon approval: February 17, 2021 <br />
<br />
=='''TFL AT Acquisition Updates (Danny)'''==<br />
'''Transition'''<br />
# Credit-Able - Who can help?<br />
# Voice messages on Danny's line - how is that going to be handled?<br />
# Deliverables on Grants & Contracts - Who can help?<br />
# Physical files will still remain in Danny's office <br />
<br />
'''Credit-Able'''<br />
# Credit-Able applications are on hold until 1/15/21<br />
<br />
'''Presentations''' <br />
# Social media presentation is being developed with Tori and John- being presented TOMORROW<br />
<br />
'''Other Updates'''<br />
#<br />
<br />
=='''TFL Research Updates (Ben S., Zerrin & Carolyn)'''==<br />
'''Assistive Technology Outcomes & Benefits (ATOB) Journal'''<br />
* ATOB Vol. 15 - Article on DBHDD Project will soon be released!<br />
** Manuscript is in final copy editing.<br />
** Release date set for February/ March 2021<br />
<br />
'''What Users of AT Wish Developers Knew...''' <br />
* Presentation:<br />
** ATIA (Jan/Feb) ''What Users of AT Wish Developers Knew..'' presentation is available now to paid attendees through end of March.<br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS Project (Decision Tree Project)'''<br />
'''Content'''<br />
* Two presentations in March on job accommodations for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities:<br />
** Webinar Wed. March 24 - Wired Wednesday series: Cognitive Aids in the Workplace: time management and learning new tasks<br />
** Webinar Tues. March 30 - part of Advancing Employment Initiative, An Employer’s Guide To Implementing Disability Accommodations<br />
*** part of UGA's Institute on Human Development and Disability's Best Practices in Employment Supports project. <br />
<br />
'''Work ACCESS Programming '''<br />
* Functioning model is out on a server for preliminary review. <br />
* More robust version is nearing release. <br />
<br />
'''Mastery of Assistive Technology (MoAT)''' <br />
* MoAT Small Bets project is analyzing Round 3 data. <br />
** Preparing for Round 4 (Final round)<br />
* Research Team has submitted a NIDILRR FIP proposal <br />
** Three years, $600K<br />
** Would commence July or September of 2021 - when Small Bets grant ends<br />
** Apply the framework and the tool developed in MoAT Small Bets project<br />
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'''Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Fellowship (ITEP)'''<br />
*Fellow admissions, mentor recruitment and project webpage is in progress <br />
**Evaluating the applications on a rolling basis<br />
*Planning stage for the ITEP will take place January through March<br />
**We are working on designing the instruction component <br />
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'''NSF Proposal'''<br />
*Got feedback from Hanover<br />
*Found a mentor and three advisory board members<br />
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'''Institute Research Awards Selection Committee 2021'''<br />
*Serving to represent College of Design<br />
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=='''TFL State Leadership Activities - (Liz)'''==<br />
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'''Data Reminder:''' Don't forget to include your presentations, trainings, public awareness, education, etc. in the database each month.<br />
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'''Updates'''<br />
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*'''Tools for Life'''<br />
**TFL Policy and Procedures deadline is postponed until April 2021. Keep working on it! - Liz, Sam<br />
**Keeping wiki and webinar archives updated and organized - Tori<br />
**TFL Website - Sam, Shaina<br />
**Working on training plan to host more virtually. Training team will circle back this year. Thank you to those that have already sent in their ppts, descriptions, etc.<br />
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*'''CDC'''<br />
**Accessible Materials and Culturally Relevant Messages for Individuals with Disabilities<br />
**Carolyn PI, Johan and Liz Co-PI, Sam Project Management, Trish Project Support<br />
***Dissemination - project messaging, microsite, presentations, trainings, webinars<br />
****Category 3 webinar coordination - 1 remaining! Updated registration numbers: 02/10 Guidance for Businesses - 1337. Over 1,800 participants in each of the live webinars!<br />
*****Register for upcoming webinars [https://cidi.gatech.edu/covid/training here]<br />
****Project management - Sam <br />
***EP Magazine article submitted and will run the second week in February, on the 10th the latest<br />
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*'''GATE 2021'''<br />
**Dates set for TFL GATE Session on Thursday, March 18 4PM-6PM<br />
***Topics requested: CIDI and TFL overview, general academic learning aids with a focus on access, address accessibility of educational materials in the online environment<br />
***Bring in others at CIDI - Shery, Valerie ??<br />
***Sam & Liz coordinate and co-present (if needed)<br />
***We need other presenters. Who is available? Gina - content development, Others? Martha, Ben, ??<br />
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*'''Social Media'''<br />
**Send articles, webinars, videos, general information, etc. to post and share with TFL followers<br />
**Like, Follow, and Share our pages with your networks and others <br />
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*'''ATAP (AT3)'''<br />
**2021 contract and deliverables - CP & Liz<br />
***AT Reuse Activities (PIOC)<br />
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*'''Social Isolation/Connectedness Coalition (ACL/n4a)''' - Carolyn, Rachel, Martha, Sal<br />
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*'''TechSAge 2 RERC - Training and Outreach'''<br />
**Carolyn and Liz<br />
**Design Competition - Carolyn & Danny lead, Liz support<br />
**Check out the [http://techsage.gatech.edu/ RERC TechSAge website] to learn more.<br />
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*''' Webinars'''<br />
**Working on expanding our webinars<br />
***Updating CRC's and CEUs for live and archived webinars - Liz & Tori<br />
**Wired Wednesdays<br />
**ASK series <br />
**More webinar offerings from TFL?<br />
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*'''Wireless RERC - Training and TA'''<br />
**Carolyn, Liz, Sam, Raminta<br />
**Outreach & Public Awareness ongoing (Sam lead)<br />
**Submitting to the Technology and Disability Policy Highlights (TDPH)<br />
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*'''Work ACCESS - Decision Tree/AT Software KnowledgeBase'''<br />
**Carolyn and Liz - Telework <br />
***focus groups, training<br />
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=='''TFL K-12 Initiatives and Updates (Gina)'''==<br />
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*K-12 Contract FY 21 Updates<br />
**FY 21 Contract is signed <br />
**Second Collaborative Webinar FY21 – February 9, 2021 – The Importance of Communication for Students with the Most Significant Disabilities 3:00 – 3:30 PM<br />
**Loan requests trickling in – portal / indirectly via email – which we are redirecting to the portal<br />
**New equipment – Meeting February 4, 2021 at 9 AM to review new equipment<br />
*Camp Speak (AAC Camp) – group is actively meeting – deciding about 2021 June camp – decision in March 2021<br />
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=='''TFL Direct AT Services - AT Access Updates (Martha)'''== <br />
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*Device Demo 10/1/ 20- Present All Centers 28<br />
*Device Demos 10/1/20- Present TFL 9<br />
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*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present All Centers 24<br />
*Device Loans 10/1/20- Present TFL 24<br />
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*Device Reutilization 1055<br />
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*Wired Wednesdays- Feb 17th with Naomi and will need people to continue to sign up <br />
*Rachel, Tori, and Martha will be presenting on Feb 17th for GSU OT Class to cover AT for ADL and Funding<br />
*Matthew is working on a portal for the DAS Contract <br />
*Met with Thom Synder and Yolanda with DAS in regards to creating new onboarding training webinars<br />
*Last week/s review of AT was recorded- it was sent out and recording is also in the Teams Meeting<br />
*Several virtual demos being scheduled<br />
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=='''AccessGA Initiatives and Updates (John)'''==<br />
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*AccessGA <br />
**Georgia Dept. of Economic Development<br />
***Ongoing technical assistance with two additional state agencies<br />
**AccessGA Webinar Feb. 3rd: Moving Beyond Compliance in the Digital Space<br />
**Future webinar: accessibility features of Zoom and Teams<br />
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*CDC Foundation<br />
**Social Media Presentation Feb. 18th with Tori<br />
**PDF Remediation for previously submitted Word docs to CDC<br />
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*National Parks of Boston<br />
**exploring ways to make their digital assets more accessible<br />
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*The NORA Project<br />
**additional follow-up technical assistance being scheduled<br />
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*College of Design<br />
**Digital Accessibility Training on accessible document creation and social media<br />
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=='''AAC Labs'''==<br />
* Setting up AAC Lab laptop<br />
* working on display equipment order<br />
* Display materials planned: <br />
* Device information <br />
* Posters on elements of AAC and Access (i.e., types of AAC devices, core words, switches, scanning access, etc.)<br />
* Handouts on implementation strategies<br />
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=='''TFL & ADA 30th Celebration'''==<br />
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*https://nationaldaycalendar.com/dyslexia-awareness-month-october/<br />
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**Hashtags:<br />
#ThanksToTheADA <br />
#WhatCanYouDo #ChooseToInclude #Disability #ADA<br />
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*November<br />
**Veterans<br />
***"Honor all who served - In times of war - In times of peace"<br />
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**Publications & Fact Sheets<br />
*Veterans - ADA Fact Sheets & Publications from the ADA National Network<br />
*Veterans Resources from the Southeast ADA Center<br />
*Veterans & Families Resource List from ADA Live!<br />
*ADA Live! Episodes by Topic - veterans<br />
**Social Media<br />
#HONORINGVETS – Show your Support on Twitter<br />
**VAntage Point Blog from U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs<br />
**Greenlight a Vet Program and help show that every Veteran has a story<br />
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*December<br />
**Shaping a Universal Future<br />
***National ADA Symposium - Save the Date! Registration opens in January.<br />
*Resources: International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD)<br />
*United Nations (UN)– International Day of Persons with Disabilities<br />
*Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD)<br />
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**Sharing ADA Stories<br />
*StoryCorps & Disability Visibility Project<br />
*StoryCorps MobileBooth Tour<br />
**ADA Legacy Project - Preserve. Celebrate. Educate.<br />
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=='''Open Enrollment begins October 21st!'''==<br />
*Open Enrollment for 2021 Benefits selection begins tomorrow October 21st and ends November 6th. This is an active enrollment - meaning '''you must log into the system and confirm your benefits even if no changes are being made.''' Additionally, '''you will need to certify you and your dependent(s) (age 18 and older) tobacco use status. Tobacco users will be charged $100 per month, per person for using tobacco products and system automatically defaults to tobacco user.''' <br />
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** Open Enrollment Website - https://www.usg.edu/hr/benefits/2021_benefits/your_2021_benefits_centered_on_you<br />
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** Virtual Benefits Fair - USG Benefits Fair – October 19th – October 23rd. This event will include live events daily & Vendor 1:1 chats between 10am – 2p. (This event replaces GT Benefits Fair) - https://usg.vfairs.com/<br />
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** Benefits Comparison Guide - https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/benefits_docs/2021_Comparison_Guide_PDF.pdf<br />
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=='''Action Items & Follow Up'''==<br />
# Complete your Open Enrollment for 2021 - 11/6<br />
# Complete Your GT Compliance - 11/17! <br />
# TH - Create and Share your Social Media posting plan for '''TFL's 30th & ADA's 30th'''.<br />
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*'''S&E and Policy Synergies with Research Presentation Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
** Action: Send out PDF: CP<br />
** Action: TFL Team review & give Feedback<br />
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*'''ACCESS for Aging Well Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
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*'''AT Network Overview Set up: CP'''<br />
**Action: Calendar invite: CP<br />
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* '''AT Lending Library Issue'''<br />
**Action: Annabel will set up to Discuss & Resolve with Rachel<br />
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* '''CDC/F Category 3''' <br />
**Action: Send out Announcements Nationally & Reminders - Tori<br />
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*'''TFL Report to HHS | ACL & to Congress'''<br />
**Action: GaDOE Co-Op - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
**Action: CIDI S&E - Need $$ Data from TextHelp<br />
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*'''Ga DAS - Start Date/Nov. 19th Training'''<br />
**Action: CP will get info Jeni</div>Rsatterfield8