This page will continue to evolve throughout the project as we bring in an array of AT experts to share their knowledge about a wide range of Assistive Technology topics.
AT National Presenters Webinars 2022/2023
Accessible Educational Materials & NH
Presented by National Accessible Educational Materials Center team members Michelle Soriano & Kelli Suding
Discovering AEM: Exploring the partnership between New Hampshire and the National AEM Center. Learn more about the work New Hampshire is engaging in around Accessible Educational Materials (AEM) through discussions and exploration of resources. Throughout this webinar, participants will:
- gain an understanding of what AEM is and the connection among AEM, AT, and UDL
- explore NH’s work around AEM in partnership with the National AEM Center
- tour the AEM Center website with featured resources
Literacy for Students with Significant Disabilities
Presented by Kelly Fonner
Many Districts are making the move to ensure that all students with special needs, especially those with significant multiple challenges educationally, physically, communicative and sensory, are given every opportunity and direct instruction to learn to read, and to write. With the publication of the book, Comprehensive Literacy for All, by Dr. Erickson and Dr. Koppenhaver, book groups and webinars have been focusing on the strategies to make this happen. Come join us as Kelly Fonner, a longtime educator, trainer and consultant, presents an overview of the key components through the lens of “the 6 Es” Expect – Effort – Engage – Educate – Evaluate – Exhibit of this important literacy journey.
Executive Functioning and Behavior: What is the Connection?
Presenter: Cassie Frost
Session Description: What happens when a student struggles with organization, time management, attention, and/or memory and how does this impact their day? This session will take a look at common reasons students display unexpected behaviors and how executive functioning deficits can contribute. Come and learn about the connection between executive functioning deficits and behavior and take away quick techniques and tools to use with your students who are struggling.
Engaging AAC support for school aged individuals
Presenter: Sarah Gregory
Session Description: Supporting AAC learning in a school setting can be a daunting task. This session will explore practical and easy to use strategies that can be integrated into academics and social activities. We will discuss peer supports, vocabulary considerations and strategies to get the whole team on board. We will also dive into fun and engaging digital activities that participants that will be shared with participants. Come fill your toolbox with strategies and activities that will make AAC support fun and functional!
Breaking the Barriers: Accessibility Tools in the Classroom
Presented by: Nicole Cassmassino, Digital Learning Specialist, SAU 25
AT Expert Webinars 2021/2022
Assistive Technology and Anxiety/Self Care
Presented by: Hillary Goldthwait-Fowles
Cognitively Demanding Literacy Instruction for Students with Complex Needs
Presented by: Kimberly Kulasekaran, Lead Teacher, Carter School – Boston Public Schools; Sarah Wakabayashi, Speech Language Pathologist, Boston Public Schools
Engaging Learners with Interactive Whiteboard Tools
Presented by Elisa Wern (@wernedat)
Wait for it … AAC Independence
Presented by Kelly Fonner (@KellyFonnerAT) and Mike Cole (@TheRealMikeCole)
Coding Core-Teaching Language to Users of AAC Using Coding & Robots
Presented by Chris Bugaj; @attipscast
AT Expert Webinars 19/20
AAC and Teletherapy – Plus Digital Resources
Presented by Sarah Gregory; @SarahGregorySLP
Virtual Learning & Students with Complex Needs
Presented by Jeannette Van Houten, @jvanhoutensped
Technology for Diverse Learners: Chrome Reading Tools
Presented by Mike Marotta, @mmatp
Technology for Diverse Learners: Chrome Writing Tools
Presented by Mike Marotta, @mmatp
Technology for Diverse Learners: Chrome Supports for Executive Function
Presented by Mike Marotta, @mmatp
Necessary Components of AAC Consideration and Implementation
Presenter: Chris Bugaj, @attipscast
Handsfree: An Introduction to Switch Control on iPad
Presenter: Luis Perez; @eyeonaxs
Writing right from the Start!: Writing Strategies and Tools for Emergent Writers
Presenter: Kelly Fonner, @KellyFonner
Increasing Independence for Executive Function Dysfunction: Visual Supports and Time Management Strategies
Presenter: Beth Poss, @possbeth
Assistive Technology for Emergent Readers
Presented by Karen Janowski, @KarenJan