PPT-Assistive Technologies to Support Individuals with Disabilities in Job Corps and the Workplace

Therese Willkomm PhD ATP theresewunhedu 6034916555 Copyright 2015 Therese Willkomm PhD ATP Description and Learning Objectives This webinar will demonstrate technologies that can be used to support individuals with disabilities in various career paths and explore innovative solutions to increase independence and productivity in the workplace  . Sue Lin, Project Director. Karla . Kmetz. , Project Specialist. Association University Centers on Disabilities (AUCD) . The Future…. . in Universal Design . Who we are. What is Universal Design (UD)?. Sara . Muharemovic. If your face is like this, FEAR NOT!. Well what is it?. Assistive Technology is an umbrella term that includes assistive, adaptive, and rehabilitative devices for people with disabilities and also includes the process used in selecting, locating, and using them. AT promotes greater independence by enabling people to perform tasks that they were formerly unable to accomplish, or had great difficulty accomplishing, by providing enhancements to, or changing methods of interacting with, the technology needed to accomplish such tasks.. Noor AL- Mazroei. Senior AT Specialist. June, 2014. Mada (Qatar Assistive Technology Center) is a non-profit organization dedicated to connecting people with disabilities to the world of information and communication technology. Mada was established by the Ministry of Information and Communication Technology (. Free, Open Source and other licensing options?. Assistive Technologies. Mainstreaming. Many Facets of Assistive Technology. Open source. Freeware / Shareware. Integrated. Freemium. Subscription. In-app purchase. Mitra. (UNICEF). GATE | Department of Essential Medicines & Health Products. 11-12 December 2017, New York. SDGs & Assistive Technology. 08/01/2018. SDG’s & AT. 2. Topics. Introduction and Inputs received. CNMI, Delaware, . Florida,Georgia. and Hawaii . CNMI Assistive . Technology Program. The CNMI Assistive Technology conducted training to (70) participants of individuals with disabilities, family members, and caregivers during the Commonwealth Respite Service Program (CRSP) Workshop at Fiesta Resort Hotel.. Angela Chan. Introduction. In 2013, average people in US with disability: 12.7%. Overview. Assistive technologies can be defined as any type of technology used to improve, enhance, or maintain the functional capabilities of individuals with disabilities. . The Michael L. Gargano    10 th Annual Research Day Assistive Technologies Community Online (ATC_ONLINE) Marc Kowtko (Seidenberg) Faculty Advisor – Dr. Jean F. Coppola ATC_ONLINE’S Journey . Virginia Department of Education . Assistive Technology Priority Project. Check your knowledge…. Answer . true. or . false. to the following statements. . ___Assistive technology (AT) was first defined in IDEA in 1990. . Educational Settings. Wolff . Zilberman. Image retrieved from: http://bringingaba.blogspot.com/2012/02/bring-aba-into-inclusive-classrooms.html. Definitions. Assistive technology device. (A) In general.--The term `assistive technology device' means any item, piece of equipment, or product system, whether acquired commercially off the shelf, modified, or customized, that is used to increase, maintain, or improve functional capabilities of a child with a disability.. Historical Background of Assistive Technologies for the Blind. Introduction. The . rapid development of assistive technologies for the blind and visually impaired has evolved simultaneously with other technological innovations. Thanks to these advances, the facilitation of accessibility, safety and improved quality of life has made life easier for the visually impaired and blind (. There are many definitions of assistive technology[AT]. An umbrella term which is made up of . assistive,. . adaptive. , . rehabilitative technologies . and . related services . which are specifically made or adapted to serve as technical assistance for students and professionals such as special educators and other service providers.. Connecticut Tech Act Project. Bureau of Rehabilitation Services. &. Shannon McCann, Director of Program Services, Southeastern Employment Services. Department of Rehabilitation Services. 2. Agenda. Students with Disabilities. To Use At Home. Adam Krass, MS, ATP. President. Adam Krass Consulting, LLC. Grant Partner: SPAN Parent Advocacy Network. Funded Through . The AT For Students with Disabilities and Their Families 2019-2020 Project .