Category: Learning

5 Tips for Going Paperless this Spring

Posted on May 25, 2016 by In Apps, Discussion, Reading, Writing
A laptop sitting on the grass.
Spring is finally here, and it’s time to start fresh and ditch that paper and create a better Universally Designed (new window) learning or working environment! These 5 mainstream assistive technology solutions are easily available, environmentally friendly, and will save you paper AND minimize clutter in no time! 1. Make friends with your Virtual Assistant There…

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Early Assistive Technology Confidence Leads to Smooth Transitions

Posted on February 16, 2016 by In Apps, Interviews, Learning, Writing
A man helping a student with their tablet and PC.
We interviewed Harvey High School’s methods and resource teacher, Erika Hallett, about how Assistive Technology has affected her school, and how her students’ knowledge and adoption of Assistive Technology has positively affected their ability to transition from high school into post-secondary education, and beyond. Can you give us a picture of what things were like…

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Note taking

Posted on October 24, 2015 by In Apps, Writing
A pen and paper.
Fall is upon us. School is in full swing, and everyone is back to the grind. Whether you are in class or preparing for your next meeting, chances are you may need to take some notes. There are many great apps out there designed to help you stay organized by keeping your notes, ideas, photos,…

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Back to School with Organization

Posted on September 07, 2015 by In Apps, Learning
A businessperson at their desk using a desktop and tablet.
It’s back to school time! Yes, those days of summer sun, backyard barbecues and summer road trips are coming to an end. If you are back to class, whether to middle school, high school, college or university or even back to work you will need to get organized. Sometimes it is not about the app…

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IdeoPrompt

Posted on June 24, 2015 by In Apps, Learning
Assistive technology concept.
Introducing the new AT app from Oralys(new window)! Ideoprompt allows for the creation of simple, personalized visual schedules with prompts that can assist with everything from activities of daily living to learning job related tasks. It is ideal for those who need step-by-step task support, a structured organized environment, or those requiring reassurance for transitions.…

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