Lite Tech: Back to the Basics

Presenter(s)

Event Details

Topic:

augmentative and alternative communication (AAC)

Format:

lecture

Subject Level:

beginner

Age Span:

infant / toddler
preschool

grades 7-12
adult

Target Audience:

AT specialist
autism specialist
consultant

educator
family member / caregiver

K-12 administration
occupational therapist
paraprofessional
physical therapist
special educator
speech language pathologist
teacher of the visually impaired
university professor / personnel
vision impairment specialist

Professional Development Credits

IACET CEUs:

0.01

ACVREP CEs:

1

Presentation Length: 1 hour

Location:

Verandas 2, 4

Description:

There is no doubt that technology can have a positive effect on individuals with disabilities. With our fast-paced, ever changing world, it is important to remember that simple technology is appropriate for many of our clients and in many environments. This is true for beginning communicators and also as a supplement to our high tech voice output devices. Come and learn about Adaptivation and LoganTech product features that allow participation at home, school, work, and play. Many simple but functional ideas will be presented.

Learning Outcomes:

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

• 1. Attendees will be able to list 3 useful features unique to lite technology

• 2. Attendees will be able to compare and contrast two types of switches that can used to enhance communication activities

• 3. Attendees will be able to incorporate lite technology into an activity for one current client

Disclosures:

I am a paid consultant for LoganTech/Adaptivation