Dave Edyburn

Interest in Augmented Reality (AR), Virtual Reality (VR) and Extended Reality (XR) has been increasing as a result of many new technical developments in the marketplace. However, what does the research tell us about the use of AR/VR/XR by students with disabilities? The purpose of this webinar is to provide an accessible introduction to the research concerning AR/VR/XR and students with disabilities. It is expected that participants will be able to use the information for their own professional development and advocacy for the adoption of emerging technologies, as appropriate, for the students they work with. Emphasis will be placed on […]

COVID-19 has clearly impacted how schools operate. However, few assistive technology leaders or families are aware that the federal government has made special funding allocations to address the special needs of students with disabilities as we try to move beyond the pandemic. Join us to learn how to advocate for using special federal COVID-19 relief funding to address unmet assistive technology needs. Among the things you will learn in this session: • Purpose of the ARP funding • How to locate information on your state’s allocation under ARP’s Elementary and Secondary Education School Relief Fund (ESSER) and the plan proposed/approved […]