Archdiocese of Atlanta: Assistive Technology Training

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Assistive Technology to Support Academic Success and Calming the Jitters

Tools for Life | Center for Inclusive Design and Innovation

August 27, 2019

Description:
Assistive technology (AT) is all around us! Though the number of devices, softwares, and services are endless, AT can be very beneficial in so many ways within the classroom and support academic success. This training will go through reading and writing supports, seating and desk options, and fidget toys to help calm classroom jitters.

Presenter:
Gina Gelinas, Educational Outreach Manager, Tools for Life
Martha Rust, Assistive Technology Access Team Manager, Tools for Life

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Citations:

Gelinas, G. & Rust, M. (2019). Assistive Technology to Support Academic Success. Presented at Center for Inclusive Design and Innovation, Atlanta, GA. 2019. Gelinas, G. & Rust, M. (2019). Assistive Technology: Calming the Jitters. Presented at Center for Inclusive Design and Innovation, Atlanta, GA. 2019.