CELEBRATING Our 150th guest! Tune in on March 12th

 

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?



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