Habitica: Creating Good Habits One Quest at a Time

Posted on September 14, 2016 by In Apps, Learning
A woman using a laptop and smartphone
For many of us, September signals a return to school, which means more responsibilities and homework. And while we all know that getting organized is the best way to stay on top of our responsibilities, staying organized throughout the school year can be a real challenge, especially for individuals who struggle with executive functioning and […]

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The Nashwaaksis Memorial Elementary School Project

Posted on June 14, 2016 by In Interviews
A teacher helping young students
We sat down with Sandy Tucker and Jackie Hay of Nashwaaksis Memorial Elementary School to talk about their ongoing Assistive Technology (new window) (AT) pilot project with Microsoft (new window) using the Surface Pro(new window), and about how having AT in the school has led to some amazing successes in the classroom. Can you give us a picture […]

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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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The LipSync: An Evolution of Innovation

Posted on April 25, 2016 by In A.T. Devices, Adaptive Technology, Mobility
A close-up of the LipSync device
The Neil Squire Society has been researching and developing assistive technology solutions for decades. Through that research, some incredible innovations have been brought to market. One such product is the Jouse(new window), which is itself an evolution of the early sip and puff(new window) device. Completed in 1995, the Jouse allows users with little or no […]

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