AzTAP’s 17th Annual Assistive Technology Conference
July 12-14, 2015
Hyatt Regency Resort & Spa at Gainey Ranch
Scottsdale, Arizona
The Arizona Department of Education
Rehabilitation Services Administration
GENERAL INFORMATION
Climate Control
It will be HOT outside, but conference
rooms can be chilly – bring a light sweater or
jacket for comfort.
Conference Materials
Conference presentations and handouts
are on the conference section of AzTAP’s
website and via Twoppy - our mobile App
(see below).
Continuing Education (CE) Certificates
Certificates of Attendance and CRC CEUs
will be available at the registration desk
after the Closing Session on Tuesday. See
page 33 for details.
Door Prize Drawings
You will receive 3 raffle tickets & an
Exhibit Hall Raffle Card at registration.
There will be several door prize drawings
throughout the conference and the prizes
will be on display in the Exhibit Hall. Instructions are on
the back of the orange Exhibit Hall Raffle Card. You must
be present to win at each of the door prize drawings!
Information & General Assistance
If you have questions or need help, please
look for a volunteer wearing a bright orange
vest.
Name Badges
Please wear your name badge at all times.
Those without badges will not be
permitted into conference events.
Besides, we want to know who you are!
Reasonable Accommodations
AzTAP is committed to making this
conference accessible for every attendee.
If you require assistance or if there is any
way we can make you more comfortable,
please stop by Accommodation Station in the Conference
Center Lobby. (You can also recharge mobile devices
here with your own charger).
Recycle Name Badge Holders
Help us be greener; please deposit your
name badge holders and lanyards in the
box at the registration table at the end of
the conference.
Silence Your Cell Phones
A ringing cell phone is a distraction during
conference sessions. Remember to set
them on vibrate or mute.
Session Evaluations
For each session you attend, evaluations can be
completed on line by scanning this QR code or entering
the following link into your browser
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SessionEval2015 .
Session Evaluation QR Code
Mobile Conference App - Twoppy
You can access our free conference app for your smart
phone or tablet by scanning the QR code into your mobile
device or enter this link into your device’s browser:
http://m.twoppy.com/AZAT2015/.
Twoppy QR Code
Other Food Options
If you would like additional beverages/food
beyond the meals included in the
conference registration fee, you can grab a
snack, drink, gelato, etc. at Canyon Market
located in the lobby. It is open 24/7.
(NOTE: Paper copies will still be available in each room –
but please choose one format only for each session).
Special Meals Requests
If you have requested a special meal,
please give the meal ticket you received at
Registration to your server as soon as you
sit down at your table each day at lunch.
Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the Conference Center.
Login information is as follows:
Network: PSAV_Event_Solutions
Password: nauaztap (case
sensitive)
Welcome 2015 Conference Participants!!
Thank you for joining us at the Arizona Technology Access Program’s 17th Annual Assistive Technology Summer
Conference – Putting Assistive Technology to Work!
AzTAP, as a program of the Institute for Human Development (IHD) at Northern Arizona University, supports IHD’s
vision that people with disabilities fully participate in all life experiences. Assistive technology is a very tangible
means to facilitate this participation and inclusion. We hope you will leave this conference with greater knowledge
about how assistive technology can be “put to work” to achieve this vision. Inclusion has also been made possible
by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The ADA prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in
all areas of public life, including jobs, schools, transportation, and all public and private places that are open to the
general public. 2015 is the 25th anniversary of this historic piece of civil rights legislation. Learn more by reading the
ADA information in your conference bags.
To keep things fresh, we have added new features to this year’s conference including a different venue, a choice of
preconference workshops, an iPad-Tablet Lab and more CEU options including IACET-approved CEUs from the
AAC Institute. And as we continue to move towards being greener, all conference session evaluations can be
completed on line (although hard print copies will be available for those who prefer paper and pencil).
But tradition also matters and, as in the past, we have provided a comprehensive program with many breakout
session choices. Our keynote and closing sessions feature speakers who use assistive technology in their daily
lives. And, we have again been fortunate to receive wonderful door prize donations for our raffle drawings. To give
everyone time to look at the offerings, the first drawing will take place at the Networking Reception on Monday
afternoon. Remember, you must be present to win. Free Wi-Fi will be available throughout the Conference Center.
Bring your own device – BYOD – so that you can download all the critical conference information onto your
smartphone or tablet using Twoppy, our mobile App or via the conference link on our website.
Conferences require considerable time, effort and collaborative planning to be successful. Our partners and
contributors deserve recognition: the Arizona Department of Education, Exceptional Student Services, the Arizona
Rehabilitation Services Administration, our presenters and exhibitors who are the heart of this conference and the
occupational therapy and therapy assistant student volunteers from Midwestern University, Northern Arizona
University, Brown Mackie College and Pima Medical Institute. Special thanks and appreciation go to our
conference planning committee members: Janelle Bauerle, Mellowdee Brooks, Ann Gortarez, Clayton Guffey, Mary
Keeney, Sue LeHew, Jodi Lindstrom, Martha Lewis, John McDermott, Janis Nicol, Matthew Press, Adi Schaeffer
and Laura Wooten-La Franier. Finally, I would like to acknowledge the Hyatt Regency Resort & Spa at Gainey
Ranch staff who have been dedicated to making this conference enjoyable for everyone!
Jill S. Pleasant, MA, OTR/L
AzTAP Program Director
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section
Page
General Information
2
Welcome Letter
3
Conference Schedule At-A-Glance
5-8
Session Descriptions
9-34
Presenter Biographies
35-47
Continuing Education Verification & Certificates
Exhibitors
48
49-50
Exhibit Hall Layout
51
A Word from Our Sponsors
52-53
Key Links & QR Codes
54
Notes
55
Conference Map
56
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AzTAP’s 17th Annual Assistive Technology Conference – Monday
Strands:
EDU = Education, COM = Community Living, EMP = Employment/Transition
AAC = Augmentative Communication, PAM = Physical Access-Mobility-Positing
BVI – Blind-Visually Impaired, DHH = Deaf/Hard of Hearing, SER = Service Delivery
Cog = Cognition, LAB = iPad Lab, DHS = DHS Approved Session EXB = Exhibitor Spotlight
8:00 – 9:00 REGISTRATION & BREAKFAST – Vaquero Ballroom
9:00 - 10:15 WELCOME & KEYNOTE PRESENTATION (Justin Martin) – Vaquero Ballroom #101 DHS
10:15 – 10:45 BREAK & EXHIBIT HALL - Vaquero Ballroom
10:45 – 12:00 Sessions
EDU #201 Making Curriculum Accessible--English/Language Poss EDU AZ Ballroom VI
EMP #202 Innovations in Vehicle Mobility and Adaptive Driving Equipment
Radacosky EMP AZ Ballroom VII
DHH DHS #203 Relay Conference Captioning (RCC) A service Provided by Arizona Relay Service Michaels/Arcia DHH DHS
Sonwai 4 & 5
LAB DHS #204 iPad Lab: Hands on iPad and Accessories Exploration Bauerle LAB DHS AZ Ballroom V
EMP #205 UDE: Universal Design for Employment Marotta EMP AZ Ballroom VIII
Spotlights
10:45 – 11:20 EXB #206 Introduction to New Video Magnification Products (ViewFinder) Sonwai 1 & 2
11:25 – 12:00 EXB #207 How Digital Apex can Service You (Digital Apex) Sonwai 1 & 2
12:00 – 1:00 Lunch – Vaquero Ballroom
1:30 – 6:00 Exhibit Hall: Open to the Community – Vaquero Ballroom
1:00 – 2:15 Sessions
EDU #301 Making Curriculum Accessible—Mathematics Poss AZ Ballroom VI
SER #302 Using the Quality Indicators for Assistive Technology (QIAT) to Guide District Growth Press/Craven Ballroom VII
EMP COM #303 Home Modification– Here’s the Scoop from RSA Ferry EMP COM Sanwai 4 & 5
COM #304 Assistive Technology for Aging in Place Belitsky AZ Ballroom V
AAC BVI DHS #305 Using Eye Gaze to Communicate When You Have a Vision Impairment Gonzalez/Wagner/Wiens AZ Ballroom
VII
Spotlights
1:00 - 1:35
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EXB #306 Vehicle Mobility: AT in Motion (Performance Mobility) Sanwai 1 & 2
1:40 – 2:15
EXB #307 Make the “Best Choice” in AAC Device (Forbes Rehab Service) Sanwai 1 & 2
2:30 – 3:45 Sessions
EDU EMP COG DHS #401 My Auxiliary Brain: Using Digital Notebooks to Support Organization/Memory Haven AZ Ballroom VI
AAC DHS #402 Realize Language: Using Data Collection to Guide AAC Intervention
Odom AZ Ballroom VII
EDU #403 An AT Journey Kugler West Corbett Spence & Donnelly Sanwai 4 & 5
LAB DHS #404 iPad Lab: Hands on iPad and Accessories Exploration Bauerle AZ Ballroom V
EMP #405 AT in RSA: Assistive Technology and the VR Journey LeHew AZ Ballroom VIII
Spotlight
EXB 2:30 – 3:05 #406 Adaptive Driving Evals & Vehicle Modifications (Ability Center) Sonwai 1 & 2
EXB 3:10 – 3:45 #407 The SonoWand- A New High Res, U/A Mobility Device (SonoVision) Sonwai 1 & 2
4:00 – 5:15 Sessions
EDU The iPad, UDL, and Literacy Antista AZ Ballroom VI
EDU AAC BVI DHS #502 Effective Access to Communication and Literacy for Students with Visual and Multiple Disabilities
Gonzalez AZ Ballroom VII
PAM #503 AAA: Access for All Abilities Del Monte/Conaster Sonwai 4 & 5
LAB DHS #504 iPad Lab: Hands on iPad and Accessories Exploration Bauerle AZ Ballroom 5
BVI #505 Lending Eyes to the Blind Durate AZ Ballroom AZ Ballroom VIII
Spotlights
EXB 4:00 – 4:35 #506 Eyegaze Systems: What Do You Need To Know? (Rauckit) Sonwai 1 & 2
BVI 4:40 - 5:15 #507 System Access Demonstration Sohl/Sohl
AzTAP’s 17th Annual Assistive Technology Conference – Tuesday
Strands:
EDU = Education, COM = Community Living, EMP = Employment/Transition
AAC = Augmentative Communication, PAM = Physical Access-Mobility-Positing
BVI – Blind-Visually Impaired, DHH = Deaf/Hard of Hearing, SER = Service Delivery
Cog = Cognition, LAB = iPad Lab, DHS = DHS Approved Session EXB = Exhibitor Spotlight
7:00 – 8:00 Breakfast and Exhibit Hall – Vanquero Ballroom
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8:00 – 9:15 Sessions
AAC DHS #601 AAC Head2Head: Review of Sonoflex, TouchChat, Proloquo2Go and LAMP Words for Life Keeney Gortarez
Marsters Gibbons AZ Ballroom VI
EDU DHS #602 Introducing Boardmaker Online! Walker AZ Ballroom VII
PAM #603 Accessing the POWER of Switch Activities for Students w/ High Sensory Needs McLaws Wagner Buell Wiens Sonwai
4&5
EMP #604 Section 503 New Rules; New Opportunities for Employment Winnegar AZ Ballroom V
EDU #605 You’re Using Music to Teach Whaaaat? Barry AZ Ballroom VIII
Spotlights
EXB 8:00 – 8:35 #606 Learning Language the Fun Way (The AAC Language Lab/PRC) Sonwai 1 & 2
EXB 8:40 – 9:15 # 607 Using Read & Write for Reading, Writing & Research..(TextHelp)
9:30 – 10:45 Sessions
EDU PAM #701 Authentic Name-Writing Plus Wagner/Naisant AZ Ballroom VI
EDU #702 Even More AT is in the mATh Kennedy AZ Ballroom VII
PAM DHS #703 Accessing Technology = Empowering Individuals Del Monte/Conaster Sonwai 4 & 5
EMP #704 Accessibility & Assistive Technologies in the Workplace Winnegar Ballroom V
DHH DHS #705 The WHO WHAT WHY and HOW of Hearing Assistive Technology McBride AZ Ballroom VIII
Spotlights
EXB 9:30 – 10:05 #706 The Best of Both Worlds (Logan Tech)
EXB 10:10 – 10:45 #707 Talk Tablet–AAC / Speech App (Gus Com. Devices)
10:45 – 11:15 Break and Exhibit Hall – Vanquero Ballroom
11:15 – 12:30 Sessions
AAC DHS #801 AAC and Social Media: Making Connections Wagner AZ Ballroom VI
BVI EMP #802 TrainingWare®, A Blindness-Related AT Curriculum & Student Learning Measurement Tool Nelson AZ Ballroom
VII
EDU DHS #803 GoTalkNOW: A Tool for Literacy Instruction for all Learners Del Monte Buell Sonwai 4 & 5
EMP #804 Assistive Technology and the Interactive Process of Employer Accommodations Winnegar AZ Ballroom V
COM #805 How Will I Drive to My New Job, Run Personal Errands, Care for My Family? Nordine Young AZ Ballroom VIII
Spotlights
EXB 11:15 – 11:50 #806 Going Solo: Making it Work as an itinerant (Low Vision Plus) Sonwai 1 & 2
EXB 11:55 – 12:30 #807 Mounting Solutions.. (Rehadapt North America) Sonwai 1 & 2
12:30 – 1:30 Lunch & Raffle Drawing
1:30 – 2:00 Exhibit Hall – Vanquero Ballroom
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2:00 – 3:15 Sessions
EDU EMP COG #901 My Digital Secretary: Using Technology to Manage Time and Tasks Haven AZ Ballroom VI
EDU SER DHS #902 Making Sense of Assistive Technology in All Environments Heipp AZ Ballroom VII
AAC COM #903 When AT and Creative Media Collide, Captivating Voices will be Heard Brown Sonwai 4 & 5
BVI EMP #904 Reading and Writing: From Low Tech to High Tech for People with Low Vision or No Vision Rivas-Parker Shapiro
AZ Ballroom V
SER #905 Collaboration & Professional Development at NAU IHD AT Center Doneski-Nicol AZ Ballroom VIII
Spotlights
EXB 2:00 – 2:35 #906 New Product Information with Q&A (ADL Solutions) Sonwai 1 & 2
EXB 2:40 – 3:15 #907 Exploring the Amigo Portable CCTV (AZ Low Vision) Sonwai 1 & 2
3:30 – 4:30 #1001 CLOSING SESSION (Matthew Wangeman) & Grand Prize Drawings - Vaquero Ballroom DHS
CRC CEUs offered through: RSA Rehabilitation Services Administration CEUs offered through IACET, AAC Institute
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SESSION DESCRIPTIONS
Conference sessions are one hour and fifteen minutes in length, and exhibitor spotlight
presentations are 35 minutes in length, unless otherwise specified. Sessions are listed
below by day and time. For SLPs and SLPAs, sessions approved by DHS are noted
with an *. AzTAP reserves the right to make last minute program changes.
Preconference: Sunday, July 12
7:30 – 8:00 Registration
8:00 – 4:00 Preconference Workshops
#001 Improving AT Service Delivery in the Schools
Presenters: Matthew Press, Aaron Marsters
Arizona Ballroom VI
In this full day workshop, participants will meet as a collaborative group and work
through the AT process and procedures in their establishment. The workshop will use
the Quality Indicators of Assistive Technology (QIAT) as a guide. The attendees will
complete the QIAT indicators to establish a baseline level of performance, and then
move through each Indicator area to critically analyze their scores and plan for
improvement. As part of the planning process, participants will be guided through
different resources and processes that will help them improve their performance in each
domain. By the end of this workshop, participants will have created a road map for the
upcoming year to improve the quality of their AT services.
Key Learning Outcomes
Identify where to find the QIAT indicators.
Be able to use the QIAT indicators to analyze their own AT model.
Learn how to use their scores to drive change in their environment.
#002 *Become a Digital Publisher! Create Your Own Engaging Materials for ALL
Learners*
Presenter: Mike Marotta
*Session Approved by DHS
Arizona Ballroom VII
Mobile devices are everywhere! But…how do we leverage the power of these tools to
provide access to print materials? This full-day workshop will focus on strategies and
tools to enable us to create and deliver materials to students and adults – regardless of
the devices they are using. Bring your own technology to the session to enhance your
learning experience. The facilitator will guide the participants through strategies to
create and manage customized electronic materials. Highlights of this workshop
include: Discussion of core UDL principles and their relation to mobile devices and
digital materials and strategies for digital publishing.
Key Learning Outcomes
Participants will understand accessibility to digital materials through organizing core
content / materials and gathering resources.
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Participants will explore, through hands on experience, an array of free/low cost tools to
develop accessible, engaging learning materials.
Participants will develop engaging, accessible digital materials to use in their own
setting to use with their consumers.
Day 1: Monday, July 13
8:00 – 9:00 Registration, Breakfast & Exhibit Hall Vaquero Ballroom
9:00 – 10:15 Welcome and Keynote Presentation Vaquero Ballroom
# 101 *Have It Our Way: How Assistive Technology Frees People with Disabilities
Into A Society That Fears Them*
Presenter: Justin Martin
*Session Approved by DHS
Vaquero Ballroom
We live in a democratized culture - we build our own burritos at Chipotle, fund our own
revivals of cancelled TV shows, and allow anyone on the ground to be a reporter with
social media. But this talk explores one of the last democratized frontiers in America:
the human body. We assume that everyone comes into the world with the body they
need - and if they assert anything differently, they're punished economically and
socially, leading to an assumption of "laziness". I'll explore AT in terms of Ohio's
Byzantine paratransit system, my personal experience with school district IEPs, the
benefits and drawbacks of a standing wheelchair, and the experience of being on
medication for the first time and how technology has defined a disabled teenager's past,
what does it mean for his present, and exactly what kind of a future will come from it?
Key Learning Outcomes
 Audiences will understand the negative social impacts of assistive technology
and how it's impacted the disability rights movement
 Audiences will understand how AT is part of a larger battle for dignity for the
disabled.
 Audiences will understand how technology that started as only for the disabled
community has been embraced for use by the able-bodied
10:15 – 10:45 Exhibit Hall Vaquero Ballroom
10:45 – 12:00 Concurrent Sessions
#201Making Curriculum Accessible--English/Language Arts
Presenter: Beth Poss
Strand: Education
AZ Ballroom VI
This session will focus on tools and resources to support access to English/Language
Arts curriculum and standards for students in K-12th grade. A variety of free and low
cost tools easily accessible from the web or on tablet devices will be highlighted.
Participants will explore solutions to typical learning barriers that can prevent students
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from being able to access curriculum standards and demonstrate proficiency.
Participants will examine strategies and tools for note taking and research, as well as
resources to support the writing process. Participants will also learn about tools and
digital resources to support readers' access to a variety of text types and strategies for
supporting the challenges of engaging in close reading.
Key Learning Outcomes
1. Participants will be able to identify classroom common barriers that prevent
access to curriculum for struggling readers and writers.
2. Participants will be able to identify at least 3 free or low cost resources to support
struggling readers in a Universally Designed for Learning classroom.
3. Participants will be able to identify at least 3 free or low cost resources to support
struggling writers in a Universally Designed for Learning classroom.
#202 Innovations in Vehicle Mobility and Adaptive Driving Equipment
Presenter: Dan Radacosky
Strand: Employment
AZ Ballroom VII
This presentation will review the latest developments in conversions, vehicle
modifications, and wheelchair accessible vehicles, and will discuss the broad range of
adaptive driving equipment available to those requiring assistive technologies. On the
vehicle mobility side, we will examine the basic types of mobility vehicles available,
including the most common types of conversions in the industry, and discuss the pros
and cons of each. We will focus on the most recent developments on the vehicle side,
discovering the potential benefits of these innovations. With respect to adaptive driving
equipment, we will explore the broad range of products available, and highlight the most
recent advances in technology.
Key Learning Outcomes
1. Increased awareness of these technologies, better understanding of their impact,
and new knowledge of resources.
#203 *Relay Conference Captioning (RCC) – A Service Provided by the Arizona
Relay Service*
Presenters: Michele Michaels, Kenneth Arcia
Strand: Deaf-Hard of Hearing
*Session Approved by DHS
Sonwai 4 & 5
This presentation will focus on, and provide a demonstration of, the new Relay
Conference Captioning which is a brand new service ACDHH/AZRS is providing free of
charge. It is an exciting accommodation that will be very useful for hard of hearing and
deaf people, including employees!
Key Learning Outcomes
1. Attendees will learn about and see a live demonstration of the new Relay
Conference Captioning service available at no charge to Arizona residents.
2. Attendees will also learn about the Arizona Relay Service and the various
services available to Arizona residents who are deaf, hard-of-hearing or have a
speech disability
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#204
iPad
Lab
–
Hands-on
iPad
and
Accessories
Exploration*
Presenter: Janelle Bauerle
Strand: iPad Lab
*Session Approved by DHS
AZ Ballroom V
This will be an opportunity to spend time exploring iPads, other tablet platforms, apps
(900+ iPad apps), cases, mounts, switch interfaces, stands, speakers and other
accessories. The format will be self-guided, but staff will be on hand to facilitate and
answer questions. There will be three lab sessions to choose from.
Key Learning Outcomes
1. Identify different apps that could be used to assist those with disabilities
2. Identify different tablet accessories that could be used with iPads/tablets
3. Learn about the different tablet equipment that may be available either through
the AzTAP Lending Library or the ADE Short Term Assistive Technology Loan
Program.
#205 UDE - Universal Design for Employment
Presenter: Mike Marotta
Strand: Employment
AZ Ballroom VIII
This session will focus on how to utilize the UDL Principles (Multiple Means of
Engagement, Representation, and Action & Expression) during transition and into the
area of employment. Real world examples will be shared to highlight ways businesses
of all sizes can create a more inclusive environment. These accommodation solutions
will be no-tech, low tech and high tech and across all areas of disability.
Key Learning Outcomes
1. Participants will be able to describe the three principles of UDL and how to apply
these principles in the employment arena.
2. Participants will learn at least two methods to assess and process the challenges
in work experiences or training settings.
3. Participants will be able to describe the steps needed to design programs that
are accessible to as many transition aged youth and adults as possible from the
start – even before disability-specific information is available.
10:45 to 11:20
#206 *Exhibitor Spotlight*:
ViewFinder Low Vision Resource Center
Introduction to New Video Magnification Products
Presenter: Elizabeth Evans
Sonwai 1 & 2
Key Learning Outcomes
1. Identify the many types of video magnification products and know the tasks
where they can be used (i.e. reading, seeing at distance, working on a
computer).
2. Make appropriate recommendations and referrals for their clients who wish to
use video magnification.
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3.
Identify and know the OCR, optical character reading, video magnifiers.
11:25 – 12:00
#207 *Exhibitor Spotlight*: Digital Apex, LLC
How Digital apex can serve you
Presenter: Mark Nelson
Sonwai 1 & 2
This presentation will outline the services provided by Digital Apex, how to access them,
and the newest technologies available from Digital Apex in the vision field which you
may not have heard about or seen yet.
Key Learning Outcomes
1. Participants will gain knowledge about the services available to them and/or the
individuals they serve
2. Participants will gain knowledge about the new technologies available from
Digital apex that can help them or those they serve.
12:00 – 1:00 Lunch Vaquero Ballroom
1:30 – 6:00 Exhibit Hall: Open to the Community Vaquero Ballroom
1:00 – 2:15 Concurrent Sessions
#301 Making Curriculum Accessible—Mathematics
Presenter: Beth Poss
Strand: Education
AZ Ballroom VI
This session will focus on tools, resources, and strategies to support access to
Mathematics curriculum and standards for students in K-5th grade. Participants will
explore solutions to typical learning barriers that can prevent students from being able
to access curriculum standards and demonstrate proficiency. Participants will learn
about free and low cost resources to support mathematics instruction, with an emphasis
on the use of both hands on and digital manipulatives. While the primary focus of this
session will be on K-5 content, many of the tools and strategies highlighted will also be
applicable to secondary learners
Key Learning Outcomes
1. Participants will be able to identify classroom common barriers that prevent
access to curriculum for students who struggle with mathematics.
2. Participants will be able to identify at least 3 free or low cost resources to support
struggling students.
3. Participants will be able to demonstrate an understanding of how the use of
digital and physical manipulatives supports mathematics instruction in a
Universally Designed for Learning classroom
#302 Using the Quality Indicators for Assistive Technology (QIAT) to Guide
District Growth
Presenters: Matthew Press, Alicia Craven
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Strand: Service Delivery
AZ Ballroom VII
In this session, participants will be exposed to the Quality Indicators of Assistive
Technology. Using this tool to analyze your district AT services can help provide a road
map for improving those services. It is recommended that all members of the district AT
team attend this webinar as a team where possible.
Key Learning Outcomes
1. Participants will be able to identify where to find the QIAT indicators and other
documents shared in this session.
2. Participants will be able to use the QIAT indicators to analyze their own AT
model.
3. Participants will learn how to use their scores to drive change in their
environment.
#303 Home Modification– Here’s the Scoop from RSA
Presenter: Paul Ferry
Strand: Employment, Community Living
Sonwai 4 & 5
Historically, perceptions of Home Modifications have been Ramps and Roll-in showers,
the widening of doorways, the adaptability of bathrooms and kitchens. These
modifications have been the most common ways to eliminate barriers for the client.
Today, technology is coming into the Home to decrease the barriers that have existed in
the past. With presenting Home Modification products, I will introduce some of the
products and uses that exist in the field today.
Key Learning Outcomes
1. Participants will understand the role of the Home Modification Construction
Coordinator.
2. Participants will gain an understanding of the Home Modification
Evaluation/Evaluator process, the Request for Contractor Pricing, and the
Completed Project.
3. Participants will be able to identify Home Modification products and Technology.
#304 Assistive Technology for Aging in Place
Presenter: Cheryl Belitsky
Strand: Community Living
AZ Ballroom V
As people get older they often need assistance to maintain their level of independence
and community involvement. This assistance can range from simple tools, a jar opener,
a lever door handle to replace a doorknob, or easy open pill bottles, to computerized
monitoring systems or assistance for self-care needs from other individuals. Advances
in technology over the past several decades have added numerous tools that can help
us continue to do activities that we like and enjoy as we age. In this presentation we will
present assistive technology tools that can assist not only people with age related
needs but also their caregivers.
Key Learning Outcomes
1. Participants will learn what tools are available to help someone 'age in place'
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2. Participants will learn where to find additional information (resources) about
assistive technology tools for people as they age
3. Participants will learn best practice methods for determining what tools to
choose.
#305 *Using Eye Gaze to Communicate When You Have a Vision Impairment*
Presenters: Faye Gonzalez, Deanna Wagner, Gayle Wiens
Strands: Augmentative Communication, Blind – Visually Impaired
*Session Approved by DHS
AZ Ballroom VIII
This session will use case examples to describe low and high tech eye gaze
communication systems/strategies used with students who have complex
communication needs and visual impairments. These main points will be covered:
 How to determine that a VI student is an eye gaze candidate
 Teamwork/collaboration is critical: TVI, OT, PT, SLP
 Systems need to take into account distance and visual complexity
 Think about stability and purposeful movement, keeping in mind that motor
automaticity may override visual limitations
 Consider spaces for visual “rest”
 Don’t move things around – plan for long-term vocabulary with an organizational
framework (color-coded by parts of speech or pragmatic intent)
 Instructional strategies/feedback
Key Learning Outcomes
1. Participants will be able to explain why a visual diagnosis is not an
implementation plan, and why multidisciplinary input is critical when
designing/teaching a communication system
2. Participants will describe how sensory and motor experiences can alter or
improve visual integration
3. Participants will be able to demonstrate how meaningful models and informative
feedback can help students learn to communicate more effectively
1:00 – 1:35
#306 *Exhibitor Spotlight*: Performance Mobility
Vehicle Mobility: Assistive Technology in Motion
Presenter: Stan Nystrom
Sonwai 1 & 2
This presentation will introduce attendees to the basics of vehicle mobility and the range
of assistive technologies available to enhance the lives of wheelchair users. The subject
areas will include the different types of wheelchair lifts, vehicle conversions, wheelchair
restraint ("tie-down") systems, standard adaptive driving equipment, and high-tech
driving systems. The presentation will also describe the installation and service
capabilities at Performance Mobility relative to mobility vehicles and adaptive
equipment.
Key Learning Outcomes
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1. Attendees will leave with a solid understanding of the different types of assistive
technologies that are available to enable wheelchair users to be mobile again,
either as drivers or as passengers.
1:40 – 2:15
#307 *Exhibitor Spotlight*: Forbes Rehab Services
Make the "Best Choice" for the Best AAC Device
Presenter: Kelly Petri
Sonwai 1 & 2
It can be difficult to have enough time, tools, resources, or even knowledge to learn
about the most current AAC Devices available. This informative and fun presentation
will demonstrate a variety of IOS based AAC devices available from Forbes Rehab
Services. Participants will get the chance to see the ProSlate 10, 8, 4 Devices up close.
We will also be focusing on the ability to identify Apps based on communication features
required to meet the communication needs of the individual.
Key Learning Outcomes
1. Participants will learn iPad apps that will help assist them in the decision making
of obtaining an AAC device.
2. Participants will learn about FRS products.
2:30 – 3:45 Concurrent Sessions
#401 *“My Auxiliary Brain”: Using Digital Notebooks to Support Organization and
Memory*
Presenter: Shelley Haven
Strand: Education, Employment, Cognition
*Session Approved by DHS
AZ Ballroom VI
Success in school and at work often relies on good “knowledge management”: the
ability to capture and retain a wide range of information, then efficiently retrieve it as
needed. This can be difficult to impossible for individuals with executive function,
processing speed, memory, and retrieval challenges. This session will explore how to
use digital notebooks as an “auxiliary brain” — a quick-access reference for rote
memory facts, models, procedures, and information collected from the Web. Through
demonstrations of three popular platforms — Microsoft OneNote, Circus Ponies
NoteBook, and Evernote — we will examine the features and benefits of digital
notebooks such as robust search, audio recording, and linking notes to the original
source.
Key Learning Outcomes
1. Describe features (capabilities) to consider when designing a “knowledge
management” system
2. Explain the role of "tagging" to support organization
3. List at least four advantages (and one disadvantage) of digital notebooks
compared to standard paper binder systems
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#402 *Realize Language: Using Data Collection to Guide AAC Intervention*
Presenter: Jane Odom
Strand: Augmentative Communication
*Session Approved by DHS
AZ Ballroom VII
Creating evidence based goals with augmentative and alternative communication (AAC)
users can often be time consuming, confusing, and difficult. Data collection methods
exist on AAC systems but often time this data isn't collected and used to guide therapy
plans. Realize Language™ is a new online service that gives parents and professionals
powerful ways to monitor, measure, and maximize a child’s use of an Augmentative and
Alternative Communication (AAC) speech device. This course will discuss language
development and how to use data collection from AAC device with Realize Language™
to help guide intervention and develop evidence based goals.
Key Learning Outcomes
1. Identify and describe Brown’s 5 stages and how they relate to the process of goal
writing.
2. Identify and describe three evidence based instruments to use when conducting
a language sample with an AAC user
3. Identify 5 ways in which Realize Language assists in guiding intervention
#403 An AT Journey
Presenters: Sean Kugler, Valerie West, Brian Corbett, Joseph Spence, Kate
Donnelly
Strand: Education
Sonwai 4 & 5
Come hear the journey of discovery of Assistive Technology (AT) for an individual
student with Cerebral Palsy. Starting with first grade, we will discuss the amount of AT
that was used, or available, at that time and work our way through the grade levels,
following the types of AT that was used for all aspects of the student's daily life.
Key Learning Outcomes
1. The audience will see the dynamic process of providing adaptations to a
student’s environments as he attends multiple schools.
2. The audience will learn the ins and outs of getting AT to meet a student’s needs.
The audience will hear the results of the SETT process being used multiple times to find
the correct AT for the student at that given time.
#404 *iPad Lab – Hands-on iPad and Accessories Exploration*
Presenter: Janelle Bauerle
Strand: iPad Lab
*Session Approved by DHS
AZ Ballroom V
This will be an opportunity to spend time exploring iPads, other tablet platforms, apps
(900+ iPad apps), cases, mounts, switch interfaces, stands, speakers and other
accessories. The format will be self-guided, but staff will be on hand to facilitate and
answer questions. There will be three lab sessions to choose from.
Key Learning Outcomes
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1. Identify different apps that could be used to assist those with disabilities
2. Identify different tablet accessories that could be used with iPads/tablets
3. Learn about the different tablet equipment that may be available either through
the AzTAP Lending Library or the ADE Short Term Assistive Technology Loan
Program.
#405 AT in RSA: Assistive Technology and the Vocational Rehabilitation Journey
Presenter: Sue LeHew
Strand: Employment
AZ Ballroom VIII
This session will review the Vocational Rehabilitation process for AT users by exploring
key moments in a client’s journey. Policy, process, procurement and best practice will
be discussed from the beginning of this journey, which for RSA is considered to be “02”
(or even “00”) to a successful end, which is “26” - however, don’t confuse these
numbers with 26 steps! The series of Assistive Technology Services in RSA will be
discussed and defined with a review of the existing RSA AT-Vendor list. RSA
collaboration with High School Transition programs will also be addressed.
Key Learning Outcomes
1. Learn about steps in the process for the Vocational Rehabilitation program,
2. Learn how client functional limitations directly relate to specific service needs,
and
3. Learn how vendor resources function in the RSA process.
2:30–3:05
#406 *Exhibitor Spotlight*: Ability Center
Adaptive Driving Evaluations and Vehicle Modifications
Presenter: Chip Stoecker
Sonwai 1 & 2
This course is designed by NMEDA (the National Mobility Equipment Dealers
Association). A outline of this course would include 3 basic areas. The Disabled Driver,
The manufacturers roll in adaptive equipment/conversions, and The Caregiver roll in
adaptive transportation. The course would highlight different equipment used in each
segment.
3:10 to 3:45
#407 *Exhibitor Spotlight*:SonoVisionLLC
The SonoWand - A New High Resolution Ultrasonic Mobility Device
Presenter: Jeff Thomson
Sonwai 1 & 2
The SonoWand is a new ultrasonic distance detector capable of much higher resolution
than any other on the market. The ultrasonic frequency used is 10 times higher than can
be heard by the human ear, and about 5 times higher than other such devices. In
consequence, the echo beam is much narrower. The user can detect both the distance
to the object and the location of edges to within an inch. This means that stairs and
drop-offs can be located and navigated. Dangerous low hanging objects can be
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avoided. Individual people and their motion to or from the observer can be detected.
Orientation in unfamiliar environments becomes easier.
This device allows a rough imaging of nearby objects, with proper training and practice.
Key Learning Outcomes
1. O&M specialists will learn about a new technology that may have significant
advantages for the severely visually impaired.
4:00 – 5:15 Concurrent Sessions
#501 The iPad, UDL, and Literacy
Presenter: Tracey Antista
Strand: Education
AZ Ballroom VI
Participants will see a brief overview of UDL, Universal Literacy Environments (ULEs),
as well as iPad apps that support their work. ULE's can be seen as digital reading
environments that can provide the learner with a variety of embedded features that are
designed to support students learning needs. ULEs allow print-challenged students to
access texts through text read-aloud apps. Participants will also learn about apps that
promote recognition networks for decoding skills, apps that focus on comprehension
and word learning using the strategic network, and apps that provide engaging digital
environments that help with students learning and motivation.
Key Learning Outcomes
1. Participants will learn about Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles and
how Universal Literacy Environments ULE's can engage struggling readers.
2. Participants will learn how to use the iPads accessibility features and apps to
improve reading comprehension.
3. Participants will gain confidence in their own technology skills, so they can use
technology to support struggling readers in their own environments.
#502 *Effective Access to Communication and Literacy for Students with Visual
and Multiple Disabilities*
Presenter: Faye Gonzalez
Strand: Education, Augmentative Communication, Blind-Visually Impaired
*Session Approved by DHS
AZ Ballroom VII
Using a symbolic system to access communication is critical for students with
disabilities. However, students who have visual impairments along with other multiple
disabilities present challenges when it comes to selecting and using symbolic systems.
This session will present root-issues in selecting symbolic systems for V&MD users and
will show how to appropriately choose a system that will effectively meet these students’
individual needs, including:
 Problems VI users have in accessing line-based symbol systems
 Using the child’s primary learning medium to select the right type of symbols
 Special issues VI students have in accessing high-tech AAC systems
 How to implement and use assistive tools correctly with VI students
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Key Learning Outcomes
1. The participant will learn how to select and modify a symbol system for a student
with visual and multiple disabilities that matches the user’s individual access and
learning media (either visual, tactual, or auditory) needs.
2. The participant will learn about special issues users who are visually and multiply
impaired have in accessing AAC devices and techniques to work around these
issues.
3. The participant will learn how to implement and use assistive tools correctly with
students who are visually and multiply impaired.
#503 AAA: Access for All Abilities
Presenters: Brenda Del Monte, Melanie Conatser
Strand: Physical Access – Mobility – Positioning
Sonwai 4 & 5
The quality of life reduces rapidly when one loses the ability to control their environment
such as TV, Computer, phones, lights, doors, etc. Let’s look beyond battery interrupters
and see how those with limited physical abilities can take control of their environment.
The world of assistive technology is evolving quickly. New products in AT are
facilitating increased independence in leisure, educational, home and work
environments. By using a variety of access methods including voice, head motion, eye
blinks or even breathing, people with severe disabilities are now able to control their
environments and increase their quality of life. Join this class for an overview of current
resources, case study application and companies to keep an eye on as technology
advances in this area.
Key Learning Outcomes
1. Brief overview of what’s new in AT
2. Which environments work best with specific equipment
3. Access methods, resources for AT and funding for AT
#504 *iPad Lab – Hands-on iPad and Accessories Exploration*
Presenter: Janelle Bauerle
Strand: iPad Lab
*Session Approved by DHS
AZ Ballroom V
This will be an opportunity to spend time exploring iPads, other tablet platforms, apps
(900+ iPad apps), cases, mounts, switch interfaces, stands, speakers and other
accessories. The format will be self-guided, but staff will be on hand to facilitate and
answer questions. There will be three lab sessions to choose from.
Key Learning Outcomes
1. Identify different apps that could be used to assist those with disabilities
2. Identify different tablet accessories that could be used with iPads/tablets
3. Learn about the different tablet equipment that may be available either through
the AzTAP Lending Library or the ADE Short Term Assistive Technology Loan
Program.
#505 Lending Eyes to the Blind
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Presenter: Bryan Duarte
Strand: Blind – Visually Impaired
AZ Ballroom VIII
QwikEyes is a cutting edge assistive technology that is taking the blind and low-vision
community by storm! With the advocacy of Arizona State University, and the combined
mentorship and resources of Launch Point of Mesa, QwikEyes is poised to launch their
service to the market. QwikEyes is a service provided to blind and low-vision customers
who are in need of visual assistance in their daily life. QwikEyes will allow blind users to
have immediate access to sighted assistance through their smart phone or tablet. Our
one-click app will connect the customer to a live representative who will provide
accurate and detailed visual information when it matters most.
Key Learning Outcomes
1. Information about the latest technology
4:00 – 4:35
#506 *Exhibitor Spotlight*: Rauckit Consultants
Eyegaze Systems: What Do You Need To Know?
Presenter: Allyn Auck
Sonwai 1 & 2
A 35 minute video lecture by Nancy Cleveland, one of the founders of LC Technologies,
gives an overview of the history of Eyegaze technology, how it works, and the unique
aspects of the Eyegaze Edge. She describes what affects Eyegaze activation of a
device, who are candidates for Eyegaze technology, how to evaluate for potential
Eyegaze use, and the physiology of the eye in relation to Eyegaze use. She describes
what you can do with the Eyegaze Edge System and gives a demonstration of its use.
Key Learning Outcomes
The participant will understand how eye tracking technology works and will be able to
evaluate a potential candidate for use of eye tracking technology.
4:40 – 5:15
#507 A Demonstration of System Access
Presenters: Tony & Tina Sohl
Strand: Blind – Visually Impaired
Sonwai 1 & 2
The purpose of this demonstration is to inform conference attendees of the affordability
and to provide a brief overview of the major features of both System Access and the
System Access Mobile Network. Included will be information on how this can be used
on the job site and in the work place
Key Learning Outcomes
Participants in this session will be shown how to complete tasks within System Access,
such as email, Docuscan Plus, the Socializer and others.
5:00 – 6:00 Networking Reception & Raffle Drawing - Vaquero Ballroom
Day II: Tuesday, July 14
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7:00 to 8:00 – Breakfast and Exhibit Hall
8:00 – 9:15 Concurrent Sessions
#601 *AAC Head2Head: Review of Sonoflex, TouchChat, Proloquo2Go and LAMP
Words for Life*
Presenters: Mary Keeney, Ann Gortarez, Aaron Marsters, Gabriel Gibbons
Strand: Augmentative Communication
*Session Approved by DHS
AZ Ballroom VII
Join four AT Specialists as they engage in a head to head feature match and real time
comparison of four widely used AAC apps. During this session Sonoflex, TouchChat,
Proloquo2Go and LAMP Words for Life will be demonstrated to highlight essential
features to include: Access, vocabulary/language sets, navigation, visual appearance,
speech output and customization.
Key Learning Outcomes
1. Participants will identify and compare key features within four AAC apps.
2. Participants will use a feature match approach to AAC assessment to ensure a
match between the app and the communicator.
3. Participants will identify tools to support making informed AAC decisions for
individuals with complex communication needs.
#602 *Introducing Boardmaker Online!*
Presenter: Betsy Walker
Strand: Education
*Session Approved by DHS
AZ Ballroom VII
The Boardmaker software that you know and love just entered the 21st century!
Participants will learn how Boardmaker Online provides new ways to deliver adapted
materials to students with special needs. Through demonstration, participants will
receive an overview of how Boardmaker Online can be used to create print and
interactive activities, assign activities to students, and track student progress - all online!
Activities can then be delivered to any Mac or Windows computer, even the iPad. In
addition, the ability to align student activities and IEP goals to the Common Core and
state education standards will be reviewed.
Key Learning Outcomes
1. The participants will be able to state the 4 major features of Boardmaker Online;
2. The participants will be able to describe three things they can do with the online
editor;
3. The participants will be able to state three platforms that they can use to run their
Boardmaker activities
#603 Accessing the POWER of Switch Activities for Students with High Sensory
Needs
Presenters: Anthon McLaws, Deanna Wagner, Laurel Buell, Gayle Wiens
Strand: Physical Access-Mobility-Positioning
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Sonwai 4 & 5
POWER = Force, Intensity, Might, Strength, Vigor, Vim. Do your students resort to
inappropriate behaviors when offered a switch? You may need to think about what
activities are being offered to students with POWERful sensory needs. If the activity is
not INTENSE enough to motivate the student, he may take back the power by resorting
to other behaviors that are intrinsically more motivating (including other sensoryseeking, attention-seeking, or escape/avoidance behaviors). This session will focus on
identifying a switch-user's sensory needs and will offer some HIGH VOLTAGE
adaptations/activities to address need for engagement through visual, auditory, tactile
(touch), and/or movement.
Key Learning Outcomes
1. Participants will be able to list a variety of POWERful activities that may be used
to motivate students to engage in appropriate motor behaviors and plan for more
complex choice-making behaviors as they refine their ability to activate a single
switch.
2. Participants will find resources to explore switch interfaces that can be used by
students to access powerful activities.
3. Participants will brainstorm and assess activities for sensory-seeking students
who appear to be primarily motivated by visual, auditory, tactile (touch), and
movement.
#604 Section 503 New Rules New Opportunities
Presenter: Andy Winnegar
Strand: Employment
AZ Ballroom V
The Section 503 revised regulations became effective on March 24, 2014. One new
requirement for employers with federal contracts over $10,000 is the Self-Identification
Invitation that includes: a job applicant invitation to voluntarily self-identify as an
individual with a disability; a post-offer invitation to voluntarily self-identify as an
individual with a disability and invitation to all employees in first year; and every five
years thereafter; at least one reminder in intervening years. Also, there is a 7 percent
workforce utilization goal for employment of individuals with disabilities. This goal is not
a quota, but it may provide an opportunity for engagement on how to increase qualified
applicants and employees with disabilities.
Key Learning Outcomes
1. Participants with name one method of for finding Federal Contractor job
qualifications.
2. Participants will provide two techniques for increasing interaction with Federal
Contractors.
3. Participants will list three new Section 503 requirements for employers with
federal contracts over $10,000.
#605 You’re Using Music to Teach Whaaaat?
Presenter: Mary Jo Barry
Strand: Education
AZ Ballroom VIII
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Beamz is an interactive music system that uses laser beams to trigger the sounds of
hundreds of instruments, sound effects, music clips and more. Beamz uses music to
pull individuals into all kinds of learning and therapy scenarios—you can work on
cognition, processing, cause and effect, gross and fine motor, memory, literacy & math
concepts, collaboration, and so much more. Beamz is universally designed so it is
accessible to students of all learning and physical abilities— use a vast array of
adaptive devices and mouse alternatives! In the session we’ll show you the basics then
break into several small groups—each group will execute one of our lesson plans or
therapy protocols and then create their own to share with the whole group.
Key Learning Outcomes
1. Participants will be able to use Beamz to provide direct instruction related to core
literacy and writing skills using music.
8:00 – 8:35
#606 *Exhibitor Spotlight*: The AAC Language Lab / PRC
Learning Language the Fun Way
Presenter: Jane Odom
Sonwai 1 & 2
We will take a tour of the website AAC Language Lab. This site offers a variety of
teaching tools for those supporting someone using an AAC device. The content is
based on Brown's Stages of Language Development. We will explore lesson plans,
teaching resources, mobile lesson plans and our every popular blogs - many written by
AAC device users.
Key Learning Outcomes
1. Participants will learn how to identify what stage of language development their
student falls into.
9:00 – 9:15
#607 *Exhibitor Spotlight*: TextHelp
Using Read&Write for Reading, Writing and Research Supports for Students
Presenter: Kay Tepera
Sonwai 1 & 2
In this session, participants will learn more about common assistive technology supports
such as text-to-speech, word prediction, text and picture dictionaries, speech to text and
more that can help students who struggle with reading and writing. Attendees will also
see demonstrations of these tools in Read&Write. Participants will walk away with a
better understanding of how to support a variety of struggling learners as well as useful
tools that can help.
Key Learning Outcomes
Participants will learn about a suite of AT tools built into one toolbar accessible from
different platforms, such as Word, internet, PDFs, etc.
9:30 – 10:45 Concurrent Sessions
#701 Authentic Name-Writing Plus
Presenters: Deanna Wagner, Marla Naisant
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Strands: Education, Physical Access-Mobility-Positioning
AZ Ballroom VI
Name writing is a classic goal that sometimes stays on the IEP for many years! Many
students practice name writing by copying and tracing, which leads to little or no
generalization. Signing our name is a very important goal, as it is a part of who we are,
so it is very important – but we need to address it using strategies that work! Learning to
use a name stamp can improve independence for name-signing, but that is not the
same as knowing how to write your name. Name writing offers an important window to
children’s emergent literacy understandings and supports alphabet knowledge.
Students need lots of authentic reasons to write/spell their name, and learn about the
whole alphabet. In some cases this will require an alternative pencil.
Key Learning Outcomes
1. Participants will understand how name writing, scribbling and alphabet
knowledge develop concurrently and bi-directionally
2. Participants will be able to offer students authentic reasons to sign in, sign up, or
sign-off in order to practice name writing throughout the day
3. Participants will learn how to track progress along developmental trends for
name-writing with a checklist
#702 Even More AT is in the mATh
Presenter: Bruce Kennedy
Strand: Education
AZ Ballroom VII
Various tools can support individual understanding in all levels of the mATemATics
curriculum and in employment or activities of daily living. These may include no/low
tech, and high tech items such as hand-on manipulatives, devices, tools, software and
tablet applications or on-line supports. This session will calculate AT support for
individuals who need assistance in mATh for daily living.
Key Learning Outcomes
1. Participants will be introduced to a wide array of assistive technology resources
that may be used to support individuals who struggle with math concepts.
2. Participants will have access to a large array of AT resources.
#703 *Accessing Technology = Empowering Individuals*
Presenters: Brenda Del Monte, Melanie Conatser
Strand: Physical Access-Mobility-Positioning
*Session Approved by DHS
Sonwai 4 & 5
This class will look at access in a way you may have never seen before. The best
technology in the world will go "untouched" if access is not established properly.
Whether you are driving a power chair, turning on a light or using a communicant
device, access is an essential piece. This class will help therapists identify their patient
capabilities to promote functional clinical outcomes in the field of accessing technology.
We attended specialized training at the Adaptive Switch Lab in Texas last summer and
are so excited to share what we've learned. We have a video of Arizona kiddos using
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these techniques and doing amazing things. PTs, OTs and SLPs are encouraged to
attend as access is a multimodality skill. Access=Empowerment!
Key Learning Outcomes
1. Basic Principle of Seating for Access
2. Recognize the role of powered mobility in determining access for involved clients
3. Describe and Identify five forms of alternative access for powered mobility,
computers, ECUs and communication devices.
#704 Accessibility & Assistive Technologies in the Workplace
Presenter: Andy Winnegar
Strand: Employment
AZ Ballroom V
Technology has reduced barriers and improved opportunities for many individuals with
disabilities. The U.S. market for assistive technologies for people with disabilities is
projected to grow to $55 billion by 2016, according to market forecasters BCC
Research. Importantly, new technologies are available for people with disabilities to
perform competitively in the workplace. This workshop will provide information on
assistive technology, technological accessibility, and technology’s impact on the
employment for people with disabilities. This workshop will review how Vocational
Rehabilitation, State AT Act Programs and tax incentives may assist employers with
reason accommodations and reduce costs and undue employer hardship.
Key Learning Outcomes
1. Participants will list three options available to employers for assisting with
Assistive Technology employee accommodations through vocational
rehabilitation and AT Act Programs.
2. Participants will name one new technology for employee accommodation.
3. Participants will identify one tax incentive for increasing accessibility in
employment settings.
#705 *The WHO WHAT WHY and HOW of Hearing Assistive Technology*
Presenter: Ingrid McBride
Strand: Deaf-Hard of Hearing
*Session Approved by DHS
AZ Ballroom VIII
The use of hearing assistive technology (HAT) plays an important role in providing
greater accessibility for individuals with hearing loss. However, matching the technology
to the needs of the user can be challenging and requires a good understanding of the
technology and the available options. This presentation will provide an overview of
hearing assistive technology available to provide communication accessibility for
individuals with hearing loss.
Key Learning Outcomes
1. Individuals will identify three different types of alerting stimuli;
2. Individuals will be able to describe and implement different options for captioned
phones and captioning services.
3. Individuals will be able to list the benefits of remote microphone technology.
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9:30 – 10:05
#706 *Exhibitor Spotlight*: LoganTech
The Best of Both Worlds
Presenter: Glen Dobbs
Sonwai 1 & 2
Delivering outstanding assistive technology products and services, LoganTech is the
umbrella company for both ProxTalker and 6dot brands of products. Our focus resides
in Augmentative communication and Braille support devices. ProxTalker devices give a
voice to nonverbal individuals who are unable to communicate, with innovative devices
that can be easily customized for use at home or in the classroom. You will learn just
how these devices work and the different ways that they can be used and adapted to a
child's needs. 6dot devices give support to the blind with our 6dot BrailleCoach, which
has taught users braille in two weeks, as well as the 6dot Braille Label Maker that will
be launched this spring.
Key Learning Outcomes
1. Listeners will gain the knowledge of devices and what LoganTech provides for
those who cannot communicate verbally and those who are blind and visually
impaired.
10:10-10:45
#707 *Exhibitor Spotlight*: Gus Communication Devices
"TalkTablet - State of the Art AAC / Speech App for Apple, Android and Kindle
Tablets"
Presenter: Gordon Harris
Sonwai 1 & 2
TalkTablet, a AAC/speech app for iOS, Android, Kindle, Nook (and soon Windows and
Google Chrome) has become the new standard in the field of AAC/speech apps.
TalkTablet is developed by Gus Communication Devices (Since 1992), which is now
based in Scottsdale, AZ.
In addition to receiving a redeem code for a FREE copy of TalkTablet (List: $80),
attendees with see how button, pages and vocabularies are created, edited and/or
shared with other TalkTablet users. TalkTablet is the only AAC/speech app that is
compatible will all tablet platforms (iOS, Android, Kindle etc.) and yet allows users to
freely share buttons, pages, or complete vocabularies with other TalkTablet users,
wirelessly, regardless of whether the other TalkTablet user has an iPad, Android or
Kindle tablet. If you are familiar with Proloquo2go or TouchChat, you need to see why
over 350 school districts are now choosing TalkTablet as their preferred augcom app.
Same features, easier to use, 1/3 of the cost, iOS and Android compatible, and based in
the US with free PHONE tech support for life. See www.TalkTablet.com or visit
www.Facebook.com/TalkTablet.
Key Learning Outcomes
1. Each of the attendees of this session will receive a redeem code for a FREE
copy of TalkTablet (iOS version) to use for client or student evaluations.
TalkTablet is normally $80 and is available on the Apple Appstore, Google Play
Store, Amazon/Kindle Store, etc.
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2. Additionally, attendees with see how button, pages and vocabularies are created,
edited and/or shared with other TalkTablet users
10:45 – 11:15 Break & Exhibit Hall – Vaquero Ballroom
11:15 – 12:30 Concurrent Sessions
#801 *AAC and Social Media: Making Connections*
Presenter: Deanna Wagner
Strand: Augmentative Communication
*Session Approved by DHS
AZ Ballroom VI
Making connections with others is an important social aspect of learning to use
augmentative communication well. This session will provide multiple examples of
people who use AAC to connect with others through social media and web 2.0 tools,
including Skype, Facebook, Messaging, and E-mail. We will demonstrate how AAC
devices can connect as alternate keyboards and how iPads can use sharing options to
send messages, pictures and video. Speakers will include consumers from ValleyLife
Adult Day Program DTA 6, either in person or via Skype. Individuals will share personal
experiences and connections.
Key Learning Outcomes
1. Participants will understand how name writing, scribbling and alphabet
knowledge develop concurrently and bi-directionally
2. Participants will be able to offer students authentic reasons to sign in, sign up, or
sign-off in order to practice name writing throughout the day
3. Participants will learn how to track progress along developmental trends for
name-writing with a checklist
#802TrainingWare®, A Comprehensive Assistive Technology Curriculum and
Student Learning Measurement Tool
Presenter: Mark Nelson
Strands: Blind – Visually Impaired, Employment
AZ Ballroom VII
In today’s world of “doing more with less,” Teachers and adult service assistive
technology instructors work hard to provide as many direct service hours as possible.
As a result, staff struggle to learn technology and to find time to develop their own
curriculum. Nevertheless, in an ever-changing technology landscape, this is a neverending and time consuming task. Since service delivery is the mission and time doing
so the measure used for determining caseloads and staffing levels, creating curriculum
and learning measurement tools can get squeezed out or moved to an after-hours task.
During this session, Mark Nelson will present TrainingWare®, the comprehensive
instructional curriculum and learning measurement system.
Key Learning Outcomes
1. Learning about an assistive technology curriculum option previously thought to
be unavailable.
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#803 *GoTalkNOW: A Tool for Literacy Instruction for all Learners*
Presenters: Brenda Del Monte, Laurel Buell
Strand: Education
*Session Approved by DHS
Sonwai 4 & 5
The National Reading Panel reports the there are five components of effective reading
instruction: Phonemic Awareness, Alphabetic Principle, Reading Comprehension,
Vocabulary and Fluency. However, research is poor and limited on how to best instruct
non-verbal students and/or those with limited physical access to standard stimuli.
GoTalkNOW was created as an AAC application but has arguably great value as a
literacy tool. This class will detail how you can create and share activities that target the
necessary components to reading instruction through digital literacy opportunities.
GoTalkNOW allows you to create digital books or scenes with hot spots linked to
recorded speech or video to target many of the components of reading instruction
Key Learning Outcomes:
1. Participants will learn how to create custom pages, including grid and scene
based pages, with hot posts for content
2. Participants will learn about supporting apps that can create custom content
photos and videos compatible with GoTalkNOW for literacy instruction
Participants will understand why GoTalkNOW is optimal for literacy instruction for those
with sensory processing disorders.
#804 Assistive Technology and the Interactive Process of Employer
Accommodations
Presenter: Andy Winnegar
Strand: Employment
AZ Ballroom V
The Americans with Disabilities Act interactive process, is how the employer and
employee work together to arrive at a reasonable accommodation. The Ninth Circuit
Court of Appeals (whose decisions govern the Western states including Arizona)
addressed the interactive process in depth, noting that “the interactive process is a
mandatory rather than a permissive obligation on the part of employers under the ADA
and . . . this obligation is triggered by an employee or an employee’s representative
giving notice of the employee’s disability and the desire for an accommodation.”
(Barnett v. U.S. Air, Inc., 228 F.3d 1105 , 9th Cir. 2000). This workshop will provide
participants information on how the interactive process may assist with effective
Key Learning Outcomes
1. The participant will state what the ADA interactive process is.
2. The participant will briefly describe assistive technologies to enhance productivity
in a work setting.
3. The participant will describe how the interactive process on job accommodations
can involve assistive technology demonstrations.
#805 How Will I Drive to My New Job, Run Personal Errands, Care for My Family…
Presenters: Jenny Nordine, Maggie Young
Strand: Community Living
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AZ Ballroom VIII
Everyday people drive to work, school, the park, grocery store and any number of
locations. This level of independence allows us to live in the community of our choice
and participate in that community. Our presentation will provide information regarding
technology related to adaptive driving and the impact this technology has on
independence and the ability to make choices in our lives. We will be able to discuss
specific cases and types of technology needed to gain and maintain the privilege of
driving.
Key Learning Outcomes
1. Attendees will be knowledgeable regarding options for independent driving and
appropriate referrals
2. Attendees will be able to identify the impact independent community mobility has
on all drivers
3. Attendees will understand the need for an adaptive driving assessment and
training in the use of technology
11:15 – 11:50
#806 *Exhibitor Spotlight* Low Vision Plus
Going Solo: Making It Work as an Itinerant
Presenter: Michael Perry
Sonwai 1 & 2
Having been in business for more than 30 years and working as an itinerant provider it
is necessary to sign up for contracts with a variety of agencies to sustain business. With
the decrease in funding sources from many agencies there are alternate ways to
increase business.
 Contracts: Where are they and how do I get one.
 How to choose commodity codes.
 What is a quote and how do I bid (or should I bid)?
 Increasing business using private sources.
Key Learning Outcomes
Attendees will have an idea as to how to sign up and bid for contracts along with
methods for increasing business from private sources.
11:55 – 12:30
#807 *Exhibitor Spotlight* REHAdapt North America
Mounting Solutions… An Essential Ingredient for Communication and Access
Success
Presenter: Rob McPherson
Sonwai 1 & 2
REHAdapt Engineering has developed a revolutionary new service, the Visual Mounting
Solution (VMS), to assist in providing the appropriate mounting solution for an
individual’s unique characteristics. The VMS provides caregivers a simple procedure (5
easy steps) in order to achieve a successful solution. Successful communication and
access are a combination of (1) device and/or switch selection, (2) language system
selection, and (3) mounting solution. All three, when paired together are essential
ingredients providing success for the user. In many instances the mounting solution has
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been under-utilized partially because there are so many permutations that one has to
consider in selecting the appropriate mount.
Key Learning Outcomes
1. Participants will be able to identify the 5 steps involved when submitting a
mounting solution request.
12:30 – 1:30 Lunch & Raffle Drawing – Vaquero Ballroom
1:30 – 2 Exhibit Hall – Vaquero Ballroom
2:00 – 3:15 Concurrent Sessions
#901 “My Digital Secretary”: Using Technology to Manage Time and Tasks
Presenter: Shelley Haven
Strands: Education, Employment, Cognition
AZ Ballroom VI
For both students and employees, productivity hinges on effectively managing three
things: What to do, Where to be, and When. This deceptively simple task can seem
insurmountable for individuals with weak working memory, planning, and time
management skills: students may rely on parents and teachers as their “executive
functions”; adults may be viewed by employers as under-productive. This session will
show how to use technology in the role of “digital secretary” to stay on time, on task,
and in control of responsibilities more independently. Examples will range from simple
3-column task boards for kids to robust task management apps for high schoolers and
adults. We will also examine strategies necessary to make these tools effective.
Key Learning Outcomes
1. Describe features (capabilities) to consider when designing a time and task
management system
2. Explain the role of “contexts” and “tagging” as well as their benefits
3. Explain why task management tools are most effective when coupled with sound
planning strategies
#902 *Making Sense of Assistive Technology in All Environments*
Presenter: Raymond Heipp, PhD
Strands: Education, Service Delivery
*Session Approved by DHS
AZ Ballroom VII
Educators often struggle with determining which assistive technology would best benefit
their students. Many find themselves trying to help the student, learn the devices
themselves, assimilate the devices into the curriculum, create lessons that can follow
the students outside of the classroom, and teach the rest of the class. This process can
be quite overwhelming! This presentation presents best practices for assistive
technology adoption and integration that have been developed in schools, homes, and
therapy centers throughout the United States. Within the discussion of best practices,
several approaches to professional development will also be discussed.
Key Learning Outcomes
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1. Participants will evaluate what is currently being done or not done with assistive
technology in multiple environments.
2. Participants will also review the best practices and anecdotal evidence of what is
happening throughout the country with assistive technology.
3. Finally, participants will develop an active plan for working with specific students
with whom they are associated.
#903 When AT and Creative Media Collide, Captivating Voices will be Heard
Presenter: Brooke Brown
Strands: Augmentative Communication, Community Living
Sonwai 4 & 5
It can sometimes be difficult for those with visible disabilities to accurately showcase
their abilities, talents and best personality traits amongst strangers or in nervous
situations. This presentation will offer examples, suggestions and time to brainstorm
new ways to combine creative media tools, such as Power Point and iMovie with one's
preferred AT devices to create Uniquely tailored and extremely powerful stories to fit
any occasion. These could be things like a short video highlighting someone's specific
skills for a job interview or a "my favorites" slideshow with recorded narration for a
student to share with their classmates, along with many others. Everyone has a story to
share, they just have to find the right voice.
Key Learning Outcomes
1. Participants will begin developing creative thinking/brainstorming skills in terms of
using AT to make interpersonal connections.
2. Participants will build confidence in using AT in conjunction with media tools to
enhance the demonstration of their personal talents, knowledge, abilities and
interests.
3. Participants will gain practice with concisely & creatively describing themselves
to others.
#904 READING AND WRITING: From Low Tech to High Tech for People with Low
Vision or No Vision
Presenters: Karla Rivas-Parker, Bea Shapiro
Strand: Blind – Visually Impaired
AZ Ballroom V
This session will offer the audience an opportunity to learn what is available to continue
reading and writing as a person progresses from vision, to low vision to no vision.
Reading and writing is fundamental to many activities of daily living. Without this ability
a person feels incapable, vulnerable and lacking control.
We will address technology and techniques to be use so this ability can continue. We
will progress through three different methods of reading and writing: large print, audio
and tactile.
Audience members will be given the opportunity to experience some of the devices and
time will be available for discussion.
Key Learning Outcomes
1. Participants will learn that Reading and writing does not have to end with vision
loss
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2. Participants will learn three different methods of reading and writing with vision
loss
3. Participants will learn three different aids/devices for reading or writing with vision
loss.
#905 Collaboration and Professional Development at NAU IHD Assistive
Technology Center
Presenter: Janis Doneski-Nicol
Strand: Service Delivery
AZ Ballroom VIII
Join the Northern Arizona University Institute for Human Development Assistive
Technology Center for an informational and collective discussion surrounding assistive
technology training, development and research. This session will introduce the
Graduate Certificate in Assistive Technology as well as new professional development
opportunities. Additionally, this session will open discussion to collaborative
opportunities between professionals, agencies, and the Assistive Technology Center
specific to grant proposal for training, development, and research.
Key Learning Outcomes
1. Participants will identify resources for assistive technology professional
development.
2. Participants will assess needs for training, development and research in the field
of assistive technology.
3. Participants will summarize potential training, development and research
collaborators in the state of Arizona.
2:00 – 2:35
#906 *Exhibitor Spotlight* ADL Solutions, Inc.
New Product Information with Q&A Spotlight
Presenters: Jim Bennett, Tiffany Wilkinson
Sonwai 1 & 2
We will be going over new state-of-the-art adaptive equipment for the home setting.
What is the latest in home modification, what you need to know, and how you can
effectively assist your clients, family members, friends, and community. We will leave a
portion of the presentation open for Q&A from the audience to make sure we get
everyone's needs met, questions answered, and go over any scenarios, etc.
Key Learning Outcomes
Participants will gain knowledge of the home modification piece and how it correlates to
their scope of work or personal connection/need.
2:40 – 3:15
#907 *Exhibitor Spotlight* Arizona Low Vision
Exploring the New Amigo portable CCTV by Enhanced Vision
Presenter: Briggs Cunningham
Sonwai 1 & 2
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Briggs Cunningham from Arizona Low Vision will be providing a 30 minute presentation
and demonstration on the new Amigo portable CCTV by Enhanced Vision. Q&A at end
of demonstration.
Key Learning Outcomes
Participants will learn about the new Amigo per the live demonstration regarding how it
works, specs, cost, and warranty. Local manufacturers rep and service contact
information will also be provided.
3:30 – 4:30 Closing Session (Matthew Wangerman) & Grand Prize Drawings* Must be
present to win– Vaquero Ballroom
CLOSING SESSION: How I Use My iPad #1001 Presenter: Matthew Wangeman
Vanquero Ballroom
As a person with a significant disability who relies on assistive technology or personal
assistants to do almost everything in life I will demonstrate how I use my iPad to live as
independently as possible. My iPad is my world; I use it to accomplish everyday tasks
and control my environment. I will do a brief demonstration on how an iPad can help to
improve the lifestyle of a person with a significant disability.
Key Learning Outcomes
1. Knowledge of the iPad's capabilities,
2. Knowledge of Different Apps
3. An insider’s perspective on AT
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Presenter Information
Antista, Tracey
This is Tracey's 21st year teaching. She has taught children ages 3 to 6th grade. She
has experience with full inclusion in an elementary setting acting as both general
education teacher and special education teacher. Currently she is a K-6th reading and
writing resource teacher. Her experience with technology began in the 90's teaching her
own son how to read using computer software and instructional strategies. She has
discovered many benefits using iPad technology and loves to use this technology to
help her struggling readers. When she is not working, you will find her watching Great
Performances, listening to KLOVE, wondering through her garden, and playing electric
guitar in her church band.
Arcia, Ken
Ken Arcia was born and raised in California. He has a BA in Psychology from Cal
State, Fresno. He became deaf at the age of 21 due to a disease called
Neurofibromatosis, Type II (NF-2). He has used the relay service for over 30 years. He
lives in Chandler, AZ now and works for Arizona Relay Service. He is a self-professed
geek and loves technology. His hobbies include traveling and photography, hopefully
simultaneously.
Auck, Allyn
Allyn Auck has been a Teacher of students with Orthopedic Impairments in California
since 1989. She has a teaching credential for Math, Social Sciences, Speech and
Introductory English, as well as a Crosscultural, Language, and Academic Development
(CLAD) Certificate and a Special Education Specialist Credential for Physical
Disabilities. She earned a Master's Degree in Curriculum and Instruction and a Master's
Degree in Special Education for Physical Disabilities. She is currently the Arizona
representative for LC Technologies Eyegaze Systems.
Barry, Mary Jo
Mary Jo Barry is a seasoned professional and leader with over 17 years of successful
experience in driving the development and marketing of assistive and special education
technology. From 1998 to 2012, Ms. Barry was with Don Johnston, Inc., an education
and assistive technology company that distributes products to over 32,000 schools.
During her tenure with Don Johnston, she held a variety of positions, ultimately
becoming a department head and project leader. Ms. Barry moved to Arizona in 2012
whereas she now resides as Sales and Marketing Director for Beamz Interactive. Mary
Jo she has a BA in Elementary Education and English and is very experienced in
creating appropriate content for variety of education settings.
Bauerle, Janelle
Janelle Bauerle is based in Flagstaff at the Assistive Technology Center at the
Institute for Human Development on the Northern Arizona University Campus. She has
worked with the AzTAP team as program coordinator for the AzTAP- Arizona
Department of Education Assistive Technology Short Term Loan Library for more than 6
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years. In this position, she is an assistive technology resource to school districts across
Arizona. Janelle manages an inventory of nearly 2,000 Assistive Technology devices.
Belitsky, Cheryl
I am an AT Specialist for the Montana Assistive Technology program, MonTECH. I
work with all age groups and with clients in a variety of settings. I also teach Assistive
Technology courses for the Northern Arizona University Assistive Technology
Certificate Program. I am a Physical Therapist by training and have been working in the
Assistive Technology field for over 25 years. My husband and I currently live in Helena,
Montana where we enjoy traveling to the nearby national parks and to Canada to visit
family.
Bennett, Jim
Jim Bennett is the President of ADL Solutions. He attended Arizona State University
and received a degree in Business Management. Spent several years in the banking
industry; followed by a period of owning and running five World Gyms. In 2007, ADL
Solutions was resurrected by Jim and his partner Todd Cress. Since then Jim has spent
the last several years getting trained and educated in the world of accessibility,
disability, and aging in place. He has certifications as a CAPS (Certified Aging in Place
Specialist) through NAHB (National Association of Home Builders) and an ECHM
(Executive Certificate Program in Home Modifications) through the University of
Southern California (USC).
Brown, Brooke
As an honors graduate of the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass
Communication at ASU and a recipient of the Walter Cronkite Outstanding
Undergraduate Award, storytelling runs in Brooke's blood. She's the author of The Little
Butterfly Girl and is currently an actress and writer in the Improbable Theatre Company.
Brooke has also completed various creative writing projects for organizations such as
Southwest Institute for Families and Children and Scottsdale Community College. Her
work includes presenting on topics of self advocacy and community involvement using
AT/AAC at a wide range of events. Brooke strives to help others discover the power in
sharing their own stories in order to cultivate opportunities and understanding.
Buell, Laurel
Laurel Buell, MAEd, OTR/L, is an occupational therapist with 30+ years’ experience;
the last 20 years specializing in assistive technology. In addition to working in public
schools, Laurel works as part of a team for Southwest Human Development, conducting
AAC evaluations in the state of Arizona. Laurel earned her Master's Degree in Special
Education and was a reading coach in North Carolina. Laurel is a co-author with
Caroline Musselwhite, EdD, CCC-SLP, of a curriculum for older emergent readers
called “Learning to Work”. She is a contributor to an assistive technology wiki related to
the iPad, and is a contributor and webmaster for AAC Intervention.
Conatser, Melanie
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Melanie has been an OT in your community for over 12 years. You may have seen her
on the news for HIPPO therapy or "Roller Derbies"! She is also an expert helping users
access AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication). Co-Founder of Believe
Beyond Ability which is a non-profit organization that evaluates and facilitates the
acquisition of assistive equipment for those with multiple disabilities.
Corbett, Brian
Brian is a certified teacher with over a decade of working with GenEd and SpEd
students. He is working on his AT Certification while working full time for a small
technology company. Brian has been a member for FUSD’s AT team since 2008 and
continues to volunteer his time even though he is no longer with the district. He is a
certified pyrotechnician, loves to make things go boom, run Tough Mudders, and travel
when the opportunity arises.
Craven, Alicia
Alicia Craven is an assistive technology coordinator for the Pendergast District in
Phoenix AZ. She has 8 years of experience as a classroom teacher of varying types of
special education students and has served as AT coordinator for 6 years.
Cunningham, Briggs
Briggs Cunningham and Jody Ford are Co-Owners of Arizona Low Vision. They have
been working with the blind and visually impaired for a combined 14 years. During that
time, they have become experts in assessing the needs of the visually impaired,
matching them with the right products, and training them in how to use technology to
improve their day-to-day lives. Arizona Low Vision has been built upon a reputation of
outstanding customer service, honesty and support. "We are here to serve you!"
Del Monte, Brenda
Brenda has been working as a therapist for over 17 years. She has worked with
children and adults with multiple disabilities from day one. She is an expert in AAC
(Augmentative and Alternative Communication) as well as educational software. She
also currently works for the Special Education Technology Center funded by the Office
of Superintendent out of Central Washington University. Co-Founder of Believe Beyond
Ability which is a non-profit organization that evaluates and facilitates the acquisition of
assistive equipment for those with multiple disabilities.
Dobbs, Glen
Glen Dobbs is the President of LoganTech. He created the ProxTalker for his son who
has autism and found a need for the device in other children and adults who are non
verbal. Since the ProxTalker's creation the company branched out into the world of
Braille and is working on the launch of the 6dot Braille Label Maker and many other
devices under both ProxTalker and 6dott brand.
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Doneski-Nicol, Janis
Janis Doneski-Nicol, M.S., CCC-SLP, ATP has been the Program Director at the
Institute for Human Development’s Assistive Technology Center at Northern Arizona
University since 2011 and has worked with the Center for past 15 years. Ms. Nicol has
20 years of experience in the field of AT as a cross categorical special education
teacher and speech-language pathologist. She has presented locally and nationally on
AT topics. She directs the NAU Graduate Certificate in Assistive Technology, training
educators and related service personnel across AT best practices, assessment, and
implementation. She has developed an online University based AT curriculum for
graduate students and has taught online coursework. Ms. Nicol also provides AT webbased distance training, observations and coaching. Ms. Nicol has directed both federal
and state assistive technology grants and fee for service contracts. She is a doctoral
student at NAU in the College of Education Curriculum and Instruction Doctoral
Program with a research focus.
Donnelly, Kate
Kate Donnelly is a COTA working for Flagstaff Unified School District # 1.
Duarte, Brian
Bryan is a software engineering student at Arizona State University. He became
interested in software when he realized the power of computers and learned how he
could harness that power through the code he writes. He is passionate about helping as
many people as he can through his knowledge and the coding work he does. Blind from
an ATV accident at age 18, Bryan is focused on making life better for others living with
blindness and low vision.
Evans, Elizabeth
I have been a licensed optician for the past 16 years. I have worked exclusively in low
vision for the past 9 years with Viewfinder Low Vision Resource Center. I am currently
the Manager of outside sales for video magnification with Viewfinder. My territories
include Las Vegas Nevada, Arizona and New Mexico
Ferry, Paul
I am the Statewide Home Modification Construction Coordinator (HMCC) and the
Statewide Independent Living Coordinator for RSA. As the Statewide HMCC, I work
with the IL and VR Counselors, the client, the family, and the evaluator to develop a
plan of accessibility for the client. Although, the Counselor and their Supervisor retain
the final decision on what the client receives based on the evaluation(s), the HMCC
solicits Project Pricing (Bids) from the RSA Construction Contractors based on their
RSA Contract and low bidder is reported to the Counselor for their authorization. The
HMCC ensures that the bid specifications are adhered to during the project and it is
completed to the satisfaction of all parties involved. I was an RSA Construction
Contractor since 1996 and am a Licensed Remodeling Contractor. I have a Bachelors
degree in Management from the University of Phoenix and my background is in
Management, Construction, and ADA Accessibility.
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Gibbons, Gabriel
Gabe is a graduate student at the University of Arizona who interned with the Arizona
Department of Education - Assistive Technology Team during the Spring semester of
2015. He has been a consultant for PRC, Words+, and Saltillo providing AAC devices
and support in Michigan, Ohio, Arizona, and New Mexico. Presently, when Gabe is not
in school or spending time with his wife and their two year old son, he contracts with
Saltillo.
Gonzalez, Faye
Faye Gonzalez is a Teacher of the Visually Impaired and a Certified Orientation and
Mobility Specialist in the Madison School District in Phoenix, AZ where she works
primarily with children with Visual and Multiple Disabilities. Faye has over 17 years of
teaching experience and also has a background in Assistive Technology. In addition to
teaching these special children, she has been training adults in how to better support
the development of children with Visual and Multiple Disabilities for the past 10 years.
Faye's passion is helping these kids with extra-special needs to be actively engaged in
the world around them and to be a bridge on their journey to independent
communication with their friends and family.
Gortarez, Ann
Ann Gortarez began her work in the world of Assistive Technology first as an
instructional assistant for students with moderate to severe disabilities. She went on to
become a special education teacher; where she worked with many different types of AT
and AAC from low to high tech. Her experience with students’ use of AT showed her
how barriers for students with disabilities could be removed or minimized and how
students could achieve greater autonomy through the use of AT. She holds graduate
certificates in Assistive Technology and Educational Leadership from Northern Arizona
University. She joined the ADE/ESS AT Team in the spring of 2012, after working in the
public school system for 17 years.
Harris, Gordon
Gordon Harris is the President of Gus Communication Devices Inc. (1992), a leading
developer of assistive technology software. He has designed and developed
AAC/speech software and assistive technology solutions for over 22 years, beginning
with the "Gus! Multimedia Speech System for Windows" in 1992, the first stand-alone
software application in the field of "augmentative communication" (speech output). Mr.
Harris has created over 50 software applications to improve the lives of people living
with communication and speech disorders resulting from autism, stroke, head injury,
cancer, Lou Gehrig's disease (ALS) and other medical conditions. With over 75,000+
users, Mr. Harris is one of the world’s leading designers of speech and assistive
technology software solutions. Gordon lives in Scottsdale, AZ with his wife Janis and
their twin daughters who attend ASU.
Haven, Shelley
Shelley Haven has worked the past 28 years helping individuals with physical,
sensory, and learning challenges to unlock their potential with technology. She
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specializes in matching students with tools appropriate to their needs, and is RESNAcertified as an Assistive Technology Professional and a Rehabilitation Engineering
Technologist.
Shelley currently works as an independent assistive technology consultant serving
families, educators, and schools throughout the San Francisco Bay Area with a focus on
learning differences. She previously directed AT resources and services for Stanford
University's Office of Accessible Education and helped establish the Schwab Learning
Center at Stanford for students with learning differences and ADHD.
Heipp, Raymond
Dr. Heipp began working with those with differing abilities in 1979. Over his time in the
classroom, he served both our special needs students and our typical students. As a
teacher, coach, program designer and director, and administrator, he spent the better
part of three decades in our schools. As Director of Assistive and Educational
Technologies for Westminster Technologies, he oversees how the company can best
support schools and institutions in creating positive learning and living environments. He
continues to consult with groups as to how to augment their programs for those with
differing abilities. He brings a different perspective to groups because he has not only
served in the above mentioned capacities, but he is also a parent of a teenager with
autism. He firmly believes that everyone has a wonderful contribution to make to this
world and will continue to work to make sure those contributions can occur!
Keeney, Mary
Mary Keeney is an Assistive Technology Specialist and Speech-language Pathologist.
She earned her undergraduate and her M.A. Communication Sciences and Disorders
from the University of Montana. She holds a graduate certificate in Assistive Technology
from Northern Arizona University and a post-graduate certificate in Assistive
Technology from California State University at Northridge. Prior to joining the Arizona
Department of Education as an Assistive Technology Specialist, she worked in the
public schools as an SLP for many years. She has worked with students with both lowand high- incidence disabilities in all kinds of educational settings.
Kennedy, Bruce
Bruce Kennedy, MA, MPA is an Assistive Technology Specialist with the Arizona Dept.
of Education and has provided hundreds of training presentations at school sites and
professional conferences including Closing the Gap and ISTE. He has worked with
people with disabilities for over 35 years in classrooms, in the community, developing
residential and employment opportunities while advocating for individual rights and
inclusive policies. He joined the Arizona Dept. of Education Assistive Technology Team
in 2007 and has completed degrees in Special Education, Psychology and Public
Administration from Arizona State University and Northern Arizona University and
completed post graduate certification in Counseling & Rehabilitation.
Kugler, Sean
Sean is getting ready to celebrate 20 years of marriage to his gorgeous wife, Gina. He
is very proud of his two children. Sean started working in AT in 2000 while working as
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an IT Specialist for Rehabilitation Services. He has a Masters in Special Education
along with two certificates in Assistive Technology (CSUN 2001 and NAU 2010). Sean
went to work for FUSD#1 in 2005 and loves working with his students. He is lucky
enough to also be a middle school wrestling coach.
LeHew, Sue
Sue is the Assistive Technology Coordinator for the Arizona Rehabilitation Services
Administration. Her education includes a BA from Brooklyn College and MS from Long
Island University with a specialty in severe profound disabilities. Sue’s experience
includes working with individuals having Developmental Disabilities in New York and
Arizona and working with Assistive Technology for Vocational Rehabilitation and
Independent Living with persons having a wide variety of disabilities since 1995. Sue
holds certificates from CSUN (ATACP) and the Assistive Technology Graduate
Certificate from NAU.
Marotta, Mike
Mike is a RESNA Certified Assistive Technology Professional who has been providing
direct services to individuals with all disabilities for over 25 years. As an evaluator, Mike
works collaboratively with teams in all environments (school, workplace, and
community) to effectively match the individual’s needs to technology supports.
Mike is a nationally and internationally recognized presenter who was previously a
trainer for California State University at Northridge (CSUN), providing practical and indepth training to professionals interested in specializing in assistive technology. In
addition, Mike is an adjunct professor at California State University, Northridge, and
Felician College focused in AT and UDL.
Marsters, Aaron
Aaron Marsters has worked the past 16 years helping individuals with physical,
sensory, cognitive, and learning challenges to unlock their potential using technology
integrated instruction. He has a dual Bachelors Degree in elementary and special
education, a Masters Degree in low incidence special education and a Doctoral Degree
in special education.
Aaron’s AT experience encompasses a wide range: evaluating student needs,
providing a range of technology accommodations, conducting virtual and hands on
training and support, ensuring student access to accessible instructional materials and
curricular support focusing on differentiated instruction and Universal Designs for
Learning. For the past five years he has been the Assistive Technology Instruction
System Specialist for the Department of Defense Dependents School System-Europe.
He supports the assistive and educational technology needs of the family members of
our overseas US Armed Forces. Aaron has extensive experience teaching diverse
general and special education populations at the secondary and elementary level.
Martin, Justin
Justin Martin is a writer, activist, poet, and comedian. He's hosted and spoken at
events for VSA Arts Ohio, and the Ohio Coalition for Autism and Low-Incidence
Disabilities. He's a published poet, and will attend Kenyon College this fall, where he
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hopes to become an English teacher. He currently is an intern on the Policy and
Communications team at Disability Rights Ohio, a legal advocacy organization for
people with disabilities. He's not shutting up until all minorities have a full and
meaningful life of their own choosing. Needless to say, he'll be here a while. He can be
reached at justinmartinwrites@gmail.com.
McBride, Ingrid
Ingrid McBride, Au.D. is a Clinical Associate Professor in Audiology at Arizona State
University (ASU) and Director of Audiology at the ASU Speech & Hearing Clinic. She
earned her Bachelor of Science and Master of Science from ASU and Doctor of
Audiology from the University of Florida. She specializes in amplification technology
including hearing aids and assistive technology. Dr. McBride teaches introductory and
advanced courses in hearing aid amplification/hearing assistive technology,
physiological Measures, and diagnostic audiology and oversees the operation of the
Audiology Clinic at ASU. She serves as a preceptor for Doctor of Audiology students
and developed the group AR program at ASU for hearing aid and CI recipients.
McLaws, Anthon
Anthon McLaws has been on occupational therapist for 17 years and has spent much
of that time working with assistive technology. He is the owner of Therapy One, an
Arizona therapy company providing school- and home-based OT, Speech, and PT
services.
McPherson, Rob
The presenter has been in the AT field for 30 years as a trainer and consultant in both
the public and private sector. He received both his B.A.Ed. and M.Ed. at the University
of Florida. Currently he is the President of REHAdapt North America.
Michaels, Michele
Michele is the Hard of Hearing Specialist for the state of Arizona at the Arizona
Commission for the Deaf and the Hard of Hearing. She provides outreach, education,
training, resources, information, and referrals to Arizonans. She began working in the
field of hearing loss 22 years ago. A hard of hearing person herself and the daughter of
a parent who progressively lost her hearing, Michele understands the challenges and
opportunities inherent in hearing loss. Michele graduated cum laude with a BA in
Human Communication and a minor in Anthropology from ASU Tempe. In 2011 she
graduated from the Certified Public Manager program at ASU Downtown.
Naisant, Marla
Marla Naisant is a special education teacher in the Tempe Elementary School District
where she has taught the SKILLS class for the past 11 years. While most of her
students have multiple disabilities with a classification of SID, Mrs. Naisant prefers to
refer to her students as having unknown cognitive abilities, because they continue to
surprise everyone with how much they can do and learn every day. She has worked
with Deanna Wagner for the past 3 years in a balanced literacy program with an
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emphasis on writing to read. This program has changed how she teaches, and the
students communication has made amazing improvements.
Nelson, Mark
Mark Nelson is an Assistive Technology Specialist with 25 years of experience in the
field working in positions ranging from direct provider to executive, in state and federal
government, teaching at the Master’s level, non-profit and business. He now owns his
own company producing TrainingWare® instructional curriculum, (used nationally) by
teachers and instructors of assistive technology. He also conducts assessments,
instruction, product sales, installation/configuration and scripting.
Nordine, Jenny
Jenny Nordine began her Occupational Therapy private practice specializing in
adaptive driving and equipment recommendations in the fall of 2000. She founded
Driving To Independence to address clients’ community independence and
transportation needs and continues to make this her mission. Jenny has completed her
credentials as a Certified Driver Rehabilitation Specialist to ensure the high standards
required to maintain this area of specialty.
Jenny has presented at multiple conferences on the subject of Adaptive Drivers
Assessment and Training including the Association of Driver Rehabilitation Specialists,
the National Mobility Equipment Dealers Association, Arizona Occupational Therapy
Association, American Stroke Association, A.T Still University and Midwestern
University. Driving To Independence services all of Arizona and New Mexico. Jenny is
the current president of the Association of Driver Rehabilitation Specialists.
Odom, Jane
Jane is the Director of Implementation Resources for the Prentke Romich Company.
Jane represents PRC at local, regional and national conferences, and she works
regularly with SLPs, OTs, educators and family members to address the needs of
people with speech, language and cognitive disabilities. She is responsible for focusing
nationally on increasing our knowledge of the education segment and creating
innovative approaches to implement PRC devices and Unity.
Jane Odom, M. Ed. earned her B.S. and M. Ed. degrees from Temple University and
has over 13 years of teaching experience in the field of Special Education. She also
was the Language Instructor for the ACES (Augmentative Communication and
Empowerment Seminar) program at Temple University for 9 years where she taught
AAC device users alongside professionals about how to use and implement AAC
devices in everyday life.
Perry, Michael
Michael Perry has been the owner and operator of Low Vision Plus since 1994. His
education includes a Bachelor of Science Degree/Political Science, with concentrated
studies in Health Care Administration from Ottawa University Phoenix, Arizona (1984)
and a Masters Certification Assistive Technology from Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, Arizona (2007).
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Petri, Kelly
Kelly Petri has spent over 25 years in AAC industry working to help Speech
Pathologist learn about the most current AAC devices avaialble. She spent over 21
years working for an AAC manufacturer before joining Forbes Rehab Services in 2013.
Poss, Beth
Beth Poss is currently an AT consultant and special education administrator for
Montgomery County Public Schools in Maryland. Previously, as a member of the MCPS
curriculum writing team, she helped design and implement a curriculum aligned with the
Common Core State Standards and the principles of Universal Design for Learning. She
is an adjunct faculty member with Johns Hopkins University, and presents nationally on
best practices in Professional Development, Assistive Technology, Instructional
Technology and Universal Design for Learning.
Press, Matthew
Matthew Press is an occupational therapist and assistive technology practitioner. He
has practiced in the field of occupational therapy since 1999 and has focused in
assistive technology since 2002, earning his ATP along the way. Matthew regularly
presents at state and national conferences. He has taught courses in assistive
technology at Adventist University, Northern Arizona University, AT Still University, and
the University of Florida. He is currently working for the Peoria Unified School District in
the as an occupational therapist and member of the assistive technology team.
Radacosky, Dan
Dan Radacosky is one or Arizona's premier lecturers and clinical instructors in the field
of vehicle mobility. He has presented to occupational therapists, physical therapists,
nurse case managers, vocational rehabilitation counselors, and other industry
professionals at seminars, clinical in-services, conferences, and trade organizations,
teaching how vehicle mobility dovetails with acute and rehabilitative clinical care and
how innovations in vehicle mobility can improve the quality of life of wheelchair users.
He has also instructed at numerous wheelchair skills clinics and at support groups to
build awareness and to introduce a clinical approach to vehicle mobility.
Rivas-Parker, Karla
Karla has been the Independent Living Blind Program Manager for the last 4 years.
She has worked for RSA for the last 14 years in different positions, such as Counselor
for people who are blind or visually impaired, statewide blindness coordinator, and as
supervisor for a VR office. Karla possesses a master degree in Social Work from
Arizona State University, a Bachelor Degree in Communications from California State
University Chico, and she is a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor. Karla also possesses
a certificate in Assistive Technology from Northern Arizona University and had obtained
a certificate in Post-Employment Training in Rehabilitation Administration from San
Diego State University in California.
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Shapiro, Beatriz
Bea is the AT-IT Consultant for Rehabilitation Services Administration with a specialty
in Blindness/ Visual Impairments. In addition to the BVI Specialization, Bea has
extensive experience working with AT for other disability groups including Deaf-Blind
and blindness with physical access and has been working in the field since 1991. Bea
holds certificates from CSUN (ATACP) and has completed the Master's level certificate
courses in Assistive Technology from NAU. Bea is a member of the Governor’s Council
on Blindness and Visual Impairments Assistive Technology Committee.
Sohl, Tony & Tina
Tony and Tina are married and have both been blind since birth. Tony was born in
Seoul Korea was adopted at 3 years old. Tony has lived around the country and moved
to Arizona in 1985. Tina has lived in Arizona all of her life. Tony has used technology
since the 1970¹s and Tina has used technology for over 20 years. They started using
System Access in 2010.
Spence, Joseph & Tami
Joseph is a wonderful 13-year-old boy. Joseph was born at 25 weeks. He weighed
only one pound six ounces. He was diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy. He has attended
public schools beginning as a preschooler. Joseph is social and loves going to school.
Joseph has a passion for NASCAR. His all-time favorite driver is Jeff Gordon. Joseph is
a true sports enthusiast. He enjoys watching football. Go Chargers! He likes camping,
four-wheeling, sledding, roller coasters and haunted house. Joseph and his family do
not know where they would be without the programs and assistive technology he
receives through FUSD#1. We are looking forward to a computer or tablet for Joseph to
become more independent with his schoolwork.
Tami Spence is Joseph’s mother.
Stoecker, Chip
I have spent 30 years in the health care industry as a surgical technician and in
Pharmaceuticals as a sales rep, sales trainer, and district sales manager. In 2012 I
joined the Ability Center in order to work directly with the disabled community. I am
currently actively involved in many organizations including the ALS Association, MDA,
Spina Bifida, and The Disabilities Empowerment Center, Virginia Piper Sports Center.
As a Navy Corpsmen, I support many veteran activities and the PVA and the DAV. I am
also an active member of the American Legion, supporting disable veterans
Tepera, Kay
Formerly a high school technology teacher, Kay has since served at the Arkansas
Department of Education in the Research and Technology Division and as a District
Technology Coordinator. For the past 4 years, Kay has been providing software
solutions to school districts and currently sells to districts in Arkansas, Arizona,
Colorado, Oklahoma, New Mexico and Texas. Currently she works for TextHelp, a
progressively forward technology company providing solutions to individuals of all ages
and abilities who struggle with reading and writing, learning disabilities or learning
English.
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Thomson, Jeff
Dr Jeff Thomson is a physicist with over 40 years of experience in the national
laboratories and aerospace industries working with lasers and complex sensor systems.
He is developing devices to enhance the capability of the visually impaired to
experience their surroundings, using the best available technology.
Wagner, Deanna
Deanna Wagner, MS/CCC-SLP is a speech-language pathologist with over 20 years’
experience providing consultations and training in the area of assistive technology with
an emphasis on augmentative communication. She works with educators and families
to achieve goals in the area of AT selection and implementation through Southwest
Human Development and Madison Elementary School District. She also provides AAC
training through Therapy One to families who are primarily Spanish-speaking and to
adults at VALLEYLIFE Adult Day Treatment Program.
Walker, Betsy
Betsy Walker, MS, Speech Pathology, is currently employed by Tobii ATI,
manufacturer of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) Devices and eye
control technology. Before joining TobiiATI, Ms. Walker worked as a Speech-Language
Pathologist serving children for over 25 years. Betsy has worked within the field of AAC
by assessing and implementing low tech and high tech solutions for her clients
throughout her career. For over 9 years, she specialized in AAC while at the BloorviewMacMillan Rehabilitation Centre in Toronto, Canada. Betsy has taught college level
courses and conducted professional trainings on a local, national and international level.
Wangeman, Matthew
Matthew Wangeman has been a disability advocate for over 30 years at the local,
state and national levels. He has a B.S. in Business Administration and a Master's in
City Planning from the University of California at Berkeley. He is seen as a leader in
disability rights in Arizona. Matthew has used assistive technology for most of life and
he strongly advocates for people with disabilities to be the driving force behind the
selection and implementation of AT in their lives. He is especially proud of his twelve
year old Son who he loves and admires! Matthew currently works at the Institute for
Human Development as an instructor in the Disability Studies Minor at Nortern Arizona
University.
West, Valerie
Valerie West currently works in Flagstaff Arizona as a speech-language pathologist
and assistive technology specialist for the Flagstaff Unified School District and for a
private contracting company providing home-based services. She received her master's
degree from Northern Arizona University (NAU) in 1999 in Clinical Speech Language
Pathology. More recently, Valerie earned a graduate certificate in Assistive Technology,
also from NAU, (through The Institute of Human Development). Valerie also began a
new endeavor to become a STAR (Strategies for Teaching Based on Autism Research)
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certified trainer in order to train and support teachers, therapists and paraprofessionals
who work with students diagnosed with autism.
Wilkinson, Tiffany
Tiffany Wilkinson has a BS from the University of Illinois in Community Health
specializing in rehabilitation services and health education. She has been employed
with ADL Solutions for a little over a year doing marketing, sales, community
presentations, and as a resource between ADL Solutions and community partners. She
has spent 6 years working and volunteering in the disability community; especially
around adaptive sports. She is the coach of the Banner Wheelchair Suns/Mercury
basketball team in Phoenix. She also volunteers with Arizona Disabled Sports and their
adaptive sports programs. She has a passion for helping others within her community.
She is a voice and advocate for anyone with a need; loves to give back and be of
service.
Winnegar, Andrew
Andrew Winnegar is a graduate of the University of North Texas and the University of
Wisconsin-Stout obtaining his MS in Vocational Rehabilitation. Andy spent his career in
the field of vocational rehabilitation working in New Mexico, Texas, Arizona, and
Montana and as Deputy Director for Program Development and Support for the New
Mexico Division of Vocational Rehabilitation for twenty years. In that capacity, he served
as Principal Investigator for many innovative federal grant programs including youth
transition programs, the State Technology Assistance, small business and Native
American initiatives. He was also honored as the 2007 RESNA Don Ross Lecturer for
early intervention in reasonable accommodations in state government.
Young, Maggie
Maggie has been working in the Medical Field for 18 years and is living with Spinal
Muscular Atrophy a form of Muscular Dystrophy. She was told when she was 16 by a
driving evaluator at Craig that she would never drive so she resided with the fact that
wasn't an option for her. She had a vehicle her friends could drive so she was always
very busy out and about. When at 25 she was involved in a car accident which led to
her meet another driving evaluator who asked "why aren't you driving"? The rest is
history and she has been driving for 14 years. She recently had to get a new van and
underwent another evaluation with Driving to Independence and she was hooked. She
enjoys spending time with her husband and their "furry" babies.
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Continuing Education
Verification and Certificates
Receipt of up to 18 continuing education contact hours/ 1.8 CEUs is possible as
follows:
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Optional Preconference Workshop (Sunday): 6 contact hours
Conference Day One (Monday): 6 contact hours
Conference Day Two (Tuesday): 6 contact hours
Depending on your continuing education needs, there are several options for
documenting conference participation:
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ADE and NAU-AzTAP CEU Certificates will be available at the registration
desk at the end of the conference on Tuesday afternoon, July 14, for persons
working in school districts and for service providers in healthcare,
rehabilitation, state agencies, postsecondary settings, etc.
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CRC CEUs
Participants who want CRC hours must have their attendance verified for
each session attended. Session facilitators will stamp the session on the ATA-Glance Schedule at the end of the presentation. If you leave a presentation
early, the form will not be stamped. Certificates will be available at the
registration desk at the end of the conference on Tuesday afternoon, July 14.
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IACET Approved CEUs through the AAC Institute may be used for RESNA
and ASHA continuing education and credential maintenance requirements.
Applicants will document sessions attended by downloading and completing
the Session Attendance Form located on the AAC Institute webpage at
https://aacinstitute.org/legacy/CEUs/Participants.html. The AAC Institute will
forward the CEU certificates directly to the recipients via email.
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Arizona Department of Health Services (DHS) approval for Speech
Language Pathologists has been granted for 16 sessions with
SLP/SLPA/Audiologist relevant content. Approved sessions are designated
with “DHS” on the AT-Glance Schedule and in the Conference Program. You
may want to attach the schedule to the NAU- AzTAP Certificate for record
keeping purposes.
PLEASE NOTE: Attendees are responsible for keeping their certificates and
submitting them to credentialing agencies as needed; duplicates will not be
issued.
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Visit Our Conference Exhibitors
Platinum Level Sponsor
Performance Mobility (Tables 25 & 26)
Silver Level Sponsor
Driving To Independence, LLC (Table 34)
Bronze Level Exhibitors
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ABILITY CENTER (Table 33)
Ability Solutions, Inc. (Table 46)
AbleNet Inc. (Table 11)
Active Forever (Table 1)
ADL Solutions, Inc (Table 32)
Arizona Low Vision (Table 37)
Augmentative Communication Consultants Inc. (Table 16)
Beamz Interactive Inc. (Table 2)
Boundless Assistive Technology (Table 36)
CapTel Outreach (Table 15)
CaptionCall (Table 35)
ClearCaptions (Table 40)
Digital Apex, LLC (Table 12)
DriveAble Solutions (Table 53)
Enablemart (Table 18)
Forbes Rehab Services (Table 45)
Freedom Scientific (Table 21)
Grasp Assistive Technologies
(Table 48)
Gus Communication Devices Inc. (Tables 6 & 7)
Kurzweil Education (Table 41)
Logan Tech (Table 27)
Low Vision Plus, LLC (Table 47)
Next Level Assistive Technology (Table 20)
Permobil Power chairs (Table 10)
Prentke Romich Company (Table 31)
Rauckit Consultants (Table 19)
REHAdapt North America (Table 8)
Saltillo Corporation (Table 30)
sComm (Table 49)
SonoVision LLC (Table 38)
TobiiDynavox & Boardmaker (Mayer-Johnson) (Tables 22 & 23)
Texthelp, Inc. (Table 13)
Viewfinder Low Vision Resource Center (Table 24)
Westminster Technologies, Inc. (Table 28)
YappGuru (Table 44)
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ADE Assistive Technology Short Term Loan Library (Table 52)
Arizona Center for Disability Law (Table 29)
Arizona Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired (Table 55)
Arizona Developmental Disabilities Planning Council (Table 39)
Arizona Relay Service(AzRS) (Table 43)
Arizona Talking Book Library
(Table 17)
AZ Commission for the Deaf and the Hard of Hearing (Table 42)
AzTAP (Foyer)
Brooke's Butterfly Touch: Creative Storytelling Services (Foyer)
Gompers Habilitation Center (Table 14)
IHD - Assistive Technology Center (Table 51)
Institute for Human Development (Table 50)
RSA/GCBVI: Rehabilitation Services Administration and Governor's Council on
Blindness and Visual Impairments (Table 54)
ValleyLife (Table 38)
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Exhibit Hall /
Vaquero Ballroom
Raffle Tables
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Key Links & QR Codes
Twoppy – our mobile app!
You can access information about conference presentations and handouts
on our mobile app.
Enter the following link http://m.twoppy.com/AZAT2015/ or scan the QR Code below
NOTE: If you don’t have a mobile device, this information is also available on our
website at http://aztap.org/conference/presentations-handouts/
Session Evaluations
Help us improve our conference by giving us feedback!
At the end of each session you attend please complete a session evaluation online by scanning this QR code or entering the following link into your browser
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SessionEval2015.
NOTE: If you prefer, paper copies of the evaluation will also be available in each
room.
Thank You!!!!!
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FIRST FLOOR
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