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Using Technology: Research and Resource Update
Presenters: Maria Diez-Juan, M.S., Tasha Oswald, Ph.D.,
Traci Schmidt, and Elizabeth H. Morgan
Affiliation: UC Davis MIND Institute
Date: February 19, 2014
Length: 47:19
Synopsis: The MIND Institute is investigating the use of electronic tablets to support children with neurodevelopmental disorders in reading comprehension and communication. Researchers and clinicians will share some of the positive outcomes. Representatives from Navigate Autism, a website in development by the UC Davis School of Education, will demonstrate its use as an educational tool.
AT Goes To College 2014
Date: April 28, 2014
Length: 01:41:14
Summary: It is never too early for students with disabilities to think about college. Many students with disabilities use or could benefit from using assistive technology (AT) to support their learning, but what is available for use at the college level? What can students, families and educators do to prepare for the use of assistive technology in college? Additional Materials (PDF)
There's An App for That! Applications that support individuals with disabilities.
Presenters: Matthew Rowland, San Juan Unified School District; Shane Nurnberg, Rowell Family Empowerment Center
Affiliation: AutismEpicenter.com
Date: May 9, 2011
Length: 01:35:55
Summary: An overview of iPad/iPhone/iPod applications that support children and adults with disabilities. Includes demonstrations of apps and evaluation guidelines.
Assistive Technology: Applications and Intervention Strategies for Individuals with Neurodevelopmental Disorders
Presenters: Laura Greiss Hess, M.S., OTR/L & Kerrie Lemons Chitwood, M.A., CCC-SLP
Affiliation: UC Davis MIND Institute
Date: November 2009
Length: 34:15
Summary: An original MIND Institute/CEDD production providing an overview of assistive technology and how it is used in everyday settings to promote school and community inclusion and participation for individuals who have neurodevelopmental disorders. English and Spanish (Espanol) versions are available.
Assistive Technology for Adolescents and Young Adults
Presenter: Cathy Bodine, Ph.D., CCC-SLP
Affiliation: Assistive Technology Partners, University of Colorado
Date: August 7, 2009
Length: 59:40
Summary: Using assistive technology for education and transition to employment or post-secondary education.
Personal Stories of Successful Transition to Self Sufficiency and Employment
Presenters: Laurie Hoirup, M.S., Rachel Stewart, B.A., & Tammy Eudy
Affiliation: California State Council on Developmental Disabilities & California Health Incentives Improvement Project
Date: August 7, 2009
Length: 30:42
Summary: Assisting people with disabilities to obtain employment and self-sufficiency, i.e. benefits planning, Social Security work incentive programs, personal assistance services, assistive technology, independent living, and employment services.
An SLP and OT Team Model for Assessment and Intervention, Part 1
Presenter: Aimee Bord, M.A., CCC-SLP & Cecilia Martinez, OTR/L
Affiliation: UC Davis MIND Institute
Date: August 3, 2007
Length: 1:32:01
An SLP and OT Team Model for Assessment and Intervention, Part 2
Presenter: Aimee Bord, M.A., CCC-SLP & Cecilia Martinez, OTR/L
Affiliation: UC Davis MIND Institute
Date: August 3, 2007
Length: 1:15:24
The Use of Technology in the Education and Treatment of Children with Autism
Presenter: Linda K. Haymes, Ph.D.
Affiliation: Spectrum Center
Date: August 10, 2006
Length: 1:19:08
