Learning is a lifelong adventure. My whole life I have always loved to learn. When I was in school as a student, it used to upset me when my fellow students struggled or hated learning. I always tried to help others so that they could experience the joy and fun of learning. It bothers me when a person feels that they are “dumb” or that they can’t do something. I believe that it’s possible for EVERYONE of EVERY ABILITY to enjoy learning in a way that makes sense for them.
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Hillary has been instrumental in helping design and develop successful collegiate level programming to train the next generation of Assistive Technology specialists and Special Education teachers. Dr. Kevin Good Assistant Professor Director, Center for Assistive Technology Division of Secondary Education and Special Education College of Education, Health, and Rehabilitation University of Maine at Farmington
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- Built in Accessibility – the More you Know!
Did you know that today’s devices come with a wide array of accessibility features? It’s not often common that people know about them, but they should. anyone that has access to or is actively using technology should not only be aware of the accessibility features of their devices, but they should also have an understanding… - How People With Disabilities Can Use Technology to Develop Their Careers
by Guest Blogger Elijah Dawson Finding employment with a disability is challenging—persons with a disability are unemployed at more than twice the rate of their peers. Fortunately, technology is making it easier for people with disabilities to advance their careers. Digital jobs are creating a more level playing field, allowing people with disabilities to find… - Paradigm Shift
The past two years have been transformational, challenging, scary, and hopeful. In 2020, the start of the COVID-19 pandemic forced schools to shut down. Forced instant pivots in teaching and learning. Forced schools to shift to distance learning. Forced schools to use technology with intention. Forced schools to look at their paradigms. They’re interesting. They’re… - 5 + MORE Books on UDL Every Educator Should Have
A while back on the blog, I wrote a post 5 Must Have Books for Educators on UDL. Since that post, there are books out there that continue to move the needle of UDL work as a vehicle for equity forward and can help educators plan for any environment leveraging Universal Design for Learning as… - S.H.I.F.T. Happens!
Author’s note: I am honored to collaborate on this post with my good friend and #EdTech hero Mia Laudato. Mia Laudato received her MSEd in Exceptional Student Education specializing in Learning Disabilities and Emotional Behavioral Disorders from the University of Miami. She continued her learning at the University of Central Florida and the University of… - UDL and Dis/Ability
I am so honored to have guest author Denia Guadalupe Bradshaw share her research and experience on the blog! Denia is a doctoral candidate at California State University, Los Angeles. She is currently doing research on students with hidden disabilities in higher education, DisCrit, and inclusive teaching practices such as Universal Design for Learning (UDL). Her… - Focusing: One Thing at a Time!
I’m so excited to have Beth Poss as a guest author for this post. Beth is an amazing educator and human. Beth Poss is a speech/language pathologist, assistive technology consultant, and former assistant principal. She is currently the Director of Educational Programs for LessonPix. Beth is passionate about designing educational environments that support all students… - AT The Heart
I’m so excited to announce a new podcast series called AT The Heart- Assistive and Inclusive Technology Stories. Podcast episodes and transcripts can be accessed on Buzzsprout, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and Apple Podcasts. The excitement comes from AT and Inclusive tech users sharing their experiences and stories about how assistive technology and accommodations support rigorous… - AT Supports for Anxiety
*Disclaimer: The statements made in this post about Anxiety are based on the author’s experiences with Anxiety. This post is not intended to diagnose or treat Anxiety, but to share supports that have helped the author manage their Anxiety. Please seek medical attention for the diagnosis and treatment of Anxiety. Hello there. My name is… - Tips for Finding the Perfect Accessible Home
GUEST BLOG POST! We are honored to have a guest for our blog. This post was written by Tanya Lee, founder of AbilityVillage. Hunting for the perfect house can be a stressful task, and when you have specific needs to take into consideration, it can be even more of a challenge to find the perfect…
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