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Presenter(s)

Event Details

Topic:

accessibility & UDL

Format:

lecture

Subject Level:

beginner

Age Span:

infant / toddler
preschool
kindergarten - grade 6
grades 7-12

Target Audience:

educator
family member / caregiver
K-12 administration
occupational therapist
physical therapist
special educator
university professor / personnel

Professional Development Credits

IACET CEUs:

0.01

ACVREP CEs:

1

Presentation Length: 1 hour

Date and Time (Central Daylight Time):

  • October 22, 2026
  • 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Location:

Edina

Description:

Physical access and meaningful parent participation are still real challenges in special education, even with clear legal expectations. In this session, we take a closer look at those gaps through parent experiences and focus on what actually helps. Assistive technology (AT) is presented as a practical way to improve both student access and family involvement.

Participants will explore how barriers in school environments and IEP processes affect participation, and how tools—from mobility supports to virtual meeting options—can make a difference. Using real examples, we’ll walk through strategies that are realistic, flexible, and easy to implement.

Attendees will leave with concrete ideas to improve access, strengthen communication with families, and use technology in ways that support meaningful, day-to-day collaboration—not just compliance.

Learning Outcomes:

As a result of this activity, participants will be able to:

• Identify breakdowns in physical access and IEP participation through a parent-informed lens

• Integrate AT solutions that improve student mobility, independence, and classroom access

• Use technology (virtual IEP tools, shared data systems, accessible communication platforms) to increase parent engagement and transparency

Disclosures:

Amber is employed by the University of Oklahoma and receives a salary from the University.
I am employed by the University of Oklahoma and receive a salary from the University.
Kendra is the Owner of Home Mods and receives compensation from the University of Oklahoma in her position as adjunct professor.
Rachel is the owner and director of Live Fully and receives a salary from Gwynedd Mercy University due to her role as an adjunct professor.