Maryland Department of Disabilities
Posted in Assistive Technology, Education, Learning Aids, Things to Know Thursday on Sep 1st, 2016
The Maryland Developmental Disabilities Council & The Arc Maryland announce three FREE webinars this fall! Save the Dates of Sept. 21, Oct. 20 & Nov. 10 2016 fall series of free webinars with registration to follow. This series is a result of input from a recent survey about priorities for webinar topics. The DDC hoping to open registration […]
Posted in Assistive Technology, AT News, Education, Learning Aids, Web Tip Wednesday on Aug 31st, 2016
Understanding Math Issues with expert Paul B. Yellin, Director, The Yellin Center for Mind, Brain, and Education Thu Sep 01 at 1:00pm ET Where is the line between “bad at math” and a math disability? For answers to this and other questions concerning math issues, join Paul Yellin, director of the Yellin Center for Mind, […]
Posted in Assistive Technology, AT Events, AT News, Blind/Low Vision Aids , Communication Aids, Education, Information Technology, Learning Aids, Mobility Aids, Weekly Wrap-up Friday on Aug 12th, 2016
This week didn’t disappoint when it comes to great things happening in the world of assistive technology. Exoskeletons really being used, apps for chefs with low (or no) vision, Pokémon GO helping kids with ADHD, smart homes for senior citizens…stuff happening and implemented in real life! This is AT actually making a difference- AT in the […]
Posted in Assistive Technology, AT News, Information Technology, Learning Aids, Tech Tip Tuesday on Aug 9th, 2016
AiCure is a software and app utilizing facial recognition & motion-sensing technology to confirm medication ingestion. This new technology allows people to independently manage their medications while ensuring that the proper medications, correct doses and timely intake have occurred.
Posted in Assistive Technology, AT News, Learning Aids on Jul 13th, 2016
Reveal is a new wearable from Awake Labs seeking funding on Indiegogo. The small device, worn on the wrist like a watch, measures and tracks anxiety to help better understand behaviour and prevent meltdowns. It uses sensors and advanced algorithms to track physiological signals, and then alerts the parent or caregiver about the changes when they […]
Posted in Assistive Technology, AT News, Blind/Low Vision Aids , Learning Aids, Mystery Monday on Jun 20th, 2016
Schools are out (or almost out) and it’s that beautiful season of reading! Whether it’s deck reading, beach reading, or long-car-drive reading, there’s options for everyone. And for those cannot access standard print, Bookshare still makes it possible to access books! How can you read Bookshare books? Listen to books with high quality text-to-speech voices […]
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