CELEBRATING Our 150th guest! From Classroom to Home | Unlocking Learning for Every Child with Assistive Technology
We are celebrating our 150th guest with Erin Plumb!
Assistive technology is more than just a tool—it’s a game-changer for students of all abilities, helping to bridge gaps in learning and create equitable opportunities.
Erin Plumb is a leader in assistive technology with 20+ years of expertise in accessibility, accommodations, and inclusion. Passionate about accessibility, she advocates for equitable education and empowers educators to adopt best practices in assistive technology, shaping a more inclusive future.
Key Points:
💥 What is assistive technology?
💥 Why is it so important globally in this digital world?
💥 Reading, Writing, Math and STEM programs (Text Help Read and Write, Equatio as examples)
💥 What are the pros and cons of using tech in the classroom? How does it support educators, inclusivity and those with special needs?
💥 What programs or apps can we use to access books and resources that are already formatted?
💥 Tips for parents on how to choose and use the right apps/tools.
💥 AI is here to stay. How do we embrace it safely in schools?
💥 What will assistive tech look like in the future and how should we support educators with universal design for learning?
Erin shares a written synopsis and resource links for many organizations that support Assistive Tech worldwide. Click here.
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