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Please note: If you need closed-captioning or any other accommodation to participate in an AT Network online training or event, requests must be made no later than one business week prior to the training or event by contacting 1-800-390-2699 or 1-800-900-0706 TTY.
Participants wishing to connect to audio using VoIP will need a fast Internet connection, a microphone headset (a USB headset is recommend) and speakers.
First Time Users:
To save time before the webinar, it is recommended that you check your system to make sure it is ready to use AT Network's Elluminate Webinar Platform. There will be three (3) steps:
If you use a Screen Reader, download the Java Accessibility Bridge. This bridge is for ONLY Windows users. The accessibility bridge is already pre-installed with Java for Mac OSX users.
Wednesday, May 23, 2012 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM PST
AT Network Vendor Forum with TAP-it
Presenter(s): Jennifer Garazo
Webinar Session URL: http://tinyurl.com/atnvendorforum-05232012TAP∙it is an interactive learning station which is designed to provide accessibility to all students. TAP∙it® allows for a truly stimulating learning environment using multiple senses, no matter the ability level of the student. Learn how it has become a significant learning tool in the classroom, as the children are drawn to the color, the screen, and most importantly the intended-touch technology.
We will discuss applications with in the classroom as well as in the therapy setting.
Tuesday, June 12, 2012 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM PST
AT Network Vendor Forum with Sendero Group
Presenter: katie Gilmore
Webinar Session URL: http://tinyurl.com/atnvendorforum-061220127 Accessible GPS Options
This webinar will explain the common aspects and the differences of the various accessible GPS systems on the market. The question is no longer if a blind person should have access to the surrounding location information but rather what are one's individual wayfinding and location literacy requirements, and which system best addresses those needs.
Thursday, June 21, 2012 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM PST
AT Network Training How to Appeal AT Funding Denials Made by Commercial Insurers (both HMO and PPO)
Presenter: Hillary Sklar, Disability Rights California
Webinar Session URL: http://tinyurl.com/atntraining-05082012
Tuesday, June 26, 2012 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM PST
AT Network Vendor Forum with Applied Human Factors, Inc.
Presenter: Jim Schroeder, Applied Human Factors, Inc.
Webinar Session URL: http://tinyurl.com/atnvendorforum-06262012Innovative Assistive Technology Programs
Applied Human Factors will demonstrate some of its innovative new assistive technology products including 1) programs that have been shown to significantly increase typing speed - especially for people using switch scanning; 2) a program that offers a new alternative input strategy for people who now are either scanning or using a standard pointer, but not very effectively; 3) programs that have been shown to improve spelling accuracy by 100%+ in children and adults with learning
disabilities; and 4) a new augmentative communication and writing program that lets you "type" by selecting words instead of letters and reduces the number of required clicks in a sentence to 2-3 per word.
There are no AT Events & Trainings. Please check back often for further updates. Thank you!
Wednesday, May 30, 2012 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM PST
9th Annual Disability Caption Action day
Location: Sacramento, CAOn Wednesday, May 30, 2012, Disability Capitol Action Coalition will host the ninth annual Disabilit y Capitol Action Day. This event brings hundreds of people with disabilities, our allies and family members to the state capitol to raise awareness about the disability rights movement and policy issues impacting our community. We expect over 2,000 guests and over 50 volunteers. Guests will hear from disability activists, community leaders, legislators and performers with disabilities. For more information about the conference, please visit http://disabilityactioncoalition.org/
The AT Network is dedicated to protecting the rights of our consumers and allowing them to remain independent in the community. If you have a question, concern, or a story to share with us then please don't hesitate to contact us:
Toll-Free: 800-390-2699
TTY: 800-900-0706
E-mail: info@atnet.org
With the help of a committed family and school team, positive attitudes and some adaptive technology, Jonathan has successfully been included in a general education Kindergarten classroom in the Charlotte-Mecklenburg schools."
