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Community of Practice in Autism: Assistive Technology: From Lite-Tech Tools to High-Tech Solutions
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Assistive technology (AT) encompasses a wide range of tools and strategies that help individuals with disabilities participate more fully in everyday activities, education, employment and community life. This introductory session will provide an overview of assistive technology, explore examples across the continuum ranging from lite, mid and high tech, and introduce key categories of AT.
Participants will also learn about a practical framework that is used for making AT decisions, identifying barriers, and matching supports to individual strengths, needs, environments and goals.
Through examples and hands-on exploration, attendees will leave with a better understanding of how person-centered AT decisions are made.
Presenter
Becky Jones, M.Ed., ATP, Assistive Technology Consultant, TechACCESS
Becky has extensive experience in special education, accessible educational materials, assistive technology assessment and professional training. A certified Assistive Technology Professional (ATP) and Rhode Island educator, she specializes in helping individuals with disabilities access learning, communication and daily living supports through innovative technology solutions. Her work includes conducting assistive technology evaluations, developing accessible resources, and providing training and consultation to educators, clinicians and service providers.
Professional development
A general letter of attendance will be available at the end of the presentation.
Continuing Education credits (2 credit hours) from NASW-RI and RIMCHA will be available pending approval.
Reasonable accommodation / language request
If you need a reasonable accommodation (e.g., ASL interpreter), materials in an alternate format (e.g. large print) or information in a language other than English to fully participate in this event, please indicate your request on the registration form.