Workshops
Dynavox Systems to Demonstrate NEW Eye Gaze System
Presenter: Tim Hallock, Dynavox Systems
When: Thursday, November 13, 2008
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. (EST)
Where: East Tennessee Technology Access Center
4918 N. Broadway
Knoxville, TN 37918
Tim Hallock with Dynavox Systems will be demonstrating the new eye
gaze system which allows individuals with disabilities to access a
communication device with a simple blink. For more information, call ETTAC at (865) 219-0130
Prentke Romich Workshop
Presenter: Tim Hallock, Dynavox Systems
When: Tuesday, November 18, 2008
9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. (EST)
Participants will learn how to import digital pictures, create and
link activities, and use the Language Activity Monitor built into
PRC communication devices to track usage. Previous attendance
(online or face-to-face) of an introductory class is mandatory. ASHA
CEUs will be available. Participants also need to call PRC at (800)
262-1984 AND ETTAC to register for this workshop.
PACER’s Simon Technology Center Offers Universally Designed Technology in Schools Online Training
With the support of the NEC Foundation, PACER Simon Technology Center has created a free online training to help teachers, administrators and other professionals, and families learn about and implement universally designed technology (UDT) in K-12 schools. UDT supports a broad range of abilities and learning styles. It can give students with disabilities equal access to the curriculum and help schools meet the educational needs of all students. (Note: Clicking the following link will open a new window.) For more information visit: www.pacer.org/stc/udt
Storytime A.T. the Library
"Storytime at the Library"
is a literacy program hosted by ETTAC. Children with disabilities
will have an opportunity to read and enjoy their favorite books
through a variety of adapted literacy materials including the Book
Worm, adapted books, and software programs. This activity is funded
in part by United Way of Blount, Knox and Jefferson Counties and the
Sunrise Foundation.
Websites of interest: (Clicking on a link will open a new window)
Zero to Three:
http://www.zerotothree.org/healthyminds/
Kids Free Ware:
http://www.kidsfreeware.com/index.html
AAC Intervention:
http://aacintervention.com
(Tip of the Month, freebies, activities)
Creative Communication:
http://www.creative-comm.com/
Linda Burkhart:
http://www.lburkhart.com/main.htm
Intellitools Activity Exchange:
http://intellitools.com/
Workshops are open to the public unless otherwise noted. All interested persons are encouraged to attend! Scholarships are available upon request. Reduced price for members.
A check or money order must accompany registration in order for you to be placed on the participant list. Space is limited and is based on the number of computer stations available in order to provide hands-on learning. We must have at least 10 participants in order to hold a training.
Different workshops are scheduled throughout the year.
Check back often.