Category: Apps

Lazarillo Accessible GPS

Posted on May 08, 2024 by In Android, iOS, Mobility, Vision
A man with a cane and dark glasses using a smartphone.
When you’re blind or low vision, finding your way around unassisted can be an intimidating and sometimes be a downright dangerous task. Some cities are built to be more accessibility-friendly than others, but even within relatively accessible cities, there are still bound to be areas that are difficult to navigate. And while we’ve looked at…

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Reading Coach: A Teams-Based Learning Tool

Posted on March 28, 2024 by In Learning, Mac, PC, Reading
A teacher and her student using a laptop in class
By now most of us are aware of and have likely used Microsoft Teams. For those who aren’t familiar, Teams is a widely used communication platform that integrates all things Microsoft into a centralized space. Teams is also an incredible tool for teachers with a wide range of educational tools. But with the plethora of…

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Resource Spotlight: PRC-Saltillo

Posted on March 14, 2024 by In A.T. Devices, Learning, Mac, PC, Productivity
A teacher and her students using a laptop in class.
Today we are going to do a quick spotlight on a great assistive technology resource that we have recently discovered. This resource deals with Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) technology, so before we go any further, we want to mention that the New Brunswick Association of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists is the province’s main resource…

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