Category: Apps

Quizlet – Incorporating AT into the Classroom

Posted on April 13, 2017 by In Apps, Learning
A tablet and a stack of books in the classroom
Do you have students with AT in your class? Not sure how to connect with them through their AT? Quizlet (new window) is a great way for teachers to connect with students who use assistive technology in the classroom and even those who don’t. Introducing technology into the classroom gives an alternative to traditional teaching methods…

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AT Writing Supports you already have!

Posted on March 21, 2017 by In Android, Apps, iOS, PC, Writing
A typewriter, paper, book, and pen
Did you know that writing support is right at your fingertips? If you use Windows 10 (new window)  or a handheld device, you can activate a key feature called voice recognition (new window), also known as speech to text, or Dictation. Simply talk to your device and it will translate your words into text or…

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AT Reading Support Features You Already Have!

Posted on February 27, 2017 by In Android, Apps, iOS, PC, Reading
A tablet stacked on top of books
Technology is evolving at breakneck speed and assistive technology (AT) is evolving right along with it. As a result, accessibility options in mainstream technology have increased exponentially. Because there are so many options, choosing the right piece of technology can be overwhelming, even for those who are technologically savvy. Pre-built accessibility features make using AT…

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OneNote’s Accessibility Add-ons

Posted on November 24, 2016 by In Apps, Learning, Reading, Writing
A collection of AT devices
OneNote(new window) is a simple yet powerful note-taking app which allows users to quickly create and sync documents on their iPhone, iPad, Android, Mac, Chromebook, or Windows device. The app is designed to provide users with a flexible note-taking platform that supports audio, video, and hand-written notes. And yes, it can transfer your handwritten notes…

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