In an era of ever-shrinking resources and ever-increasing expectations, ongoing professional development continues to be a challenge for special education teachers and specialists. We created AbleNet University to help. It is the one place you can go for on-site and online learning opportunities, in many cases with the opportunity to earn CEUs. Our goal is to make it as easy as possible for you to get access to the latest thinking from the brightest people in the industry that can help you make a positive difference in your classroom right away.

Click on the above tabs to see our schedule of upcoming live webinars on AT solutions, special education curriculum solutions, integrating special education curriculum and AT in the classroom, and our vast library of archived webinars.

Special Education PD:
Come see what makes special education great!

Learn about AbleNet's curricular solutions and find out why AbleNet curricula and strategies are unparalleled in special education. Online Webinars explain AbleNet programs and their unique features proven to increase student achievement, such as differentiated instruction, correlation to state and common core standards, research-based methodologies, complete assistive technology integration, and more.

On-Site Training
Provide teachers with more resources and customized support to ensure successful curricular implementation with Onsite Training. AbleNet ensures successful implementations of curricular solutions at every stage of special education performance, test scores, standards, and increased accountability. Onsite Training packages are available for every AbleNet curricular solution.

Call Brenda Britton for a FREE AbleNet Training Consultation 1.800.322.0956 x 2201

Online Webinars
Brief 30-minute sessions to fit useful information about curricular solutions into your busy schedule. New webinars are added each month. Participants attending AbleNet Professional Development webinars will earn a Certificate of Attendance upon completion of the webinar. Both pre-recorded and live custom Webinars are available to meet your staff's needs.


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Note: All dates Thursdays, except where noted otherwise; each date will feature three Webinars (2:00 pm CT, 3:30 pm CT, and 5:00 pm CT, unless noted otherwise).

 

05/29/12
Make a Splash This Summer with the Extended School Year Program that Does it All!
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06/05/12
Make a Splash This Summer with the Extended School Year Program that Does it All!
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06/12/12
Equals = Mathematics Success for ALL Students with Disabilities
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06/19/12
Make a Splash This Summer with the Extended School Year Program that Does it All!
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06/28/12
Equals Pre-Algebra & Pre-Geometry
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Previously Recorded Webinars

Title: Equals Mathematics and Equals Pre-Algebra & Pre-Geometry
Check out two great research-based mathematics curriculums specially developed for students with mild, moderate, and severe disabilities. Equals Mathematics is a comprehensive pre K-12 curriculum with a scope and sequence that teaches essential math skills with systematic instruction. Following the standards-based model of the original Equals program, Equals Pre-Algebra & Pre-Geometry prepares students to succeed in the more complex convergence of higher-order math skills. Both curriculums utilize a concrete, semi-concrete, and abstract approach to instruction, feature a complete manipulative kit, and integrate assistive technology to ensure that all students gain math skills and show measurable achievement.
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Title: Focus on STEM
Students with disabilities benefit from having access to permanent nonfiction library collections in their classrooms. Focus on Math and Focus on Science support core content while building literacy through differentiated strategies, instruction, and student materials. Engagement and achievement is increased with this great program that meets the needs of students with severe, moderate, and mild disabilities.
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Title:AbleNet Editions Big Books, by George! Communication Programs
Make a big impact on your students’ receptive and expressive skills with a complete communication program designed to meet the needs of students with mild, moderate, and severe disabilities. Both the elementary and secondary programs offer rich non-fiction content and are aligned to State and Common Core Standards. Full support for communication devices, switches, and other assistive technology ensures that all students participate as engaged and active learners.
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Title:Make a Splash This Sumer with an Extended School Year Program for All!
Splash is a curricular solution that offers engaging, age- and ability-appropriate content to provide academic maintenance for all of your students. Student-chosen topics make each week of ESY fun. Ready-to-go lessons and activities allow teachers to provide quality instruction at the comfortable pace of extended school. This all-in-one program meets accountability needs through assessments and data systems. Along with meeting the mandates of extended school year, Splash does it all!
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Title:AbleNet Equals Math Curriculum for Students with Disabilities
Finally there is a pre K-12 comprehensive standards-based mathematics curriculum specially designed for students with mild, moderate, and severe disabilities! Through research-based methodologies that allow educators to provide the best in systematic math instruction, students demonstrate measurable progress on standards and IEP goals.
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Your Online and On-Site Learning Resource!

AbleNet is proud to offer dedicated professional development that keeps educators, clinicians, and care givers up-to-date on effective assistive technology solutions for the classroom, home and community. AbleNet's online and on-site training provide practical information and recognized strategies designed to improve outcomes for professionals working with individuals with disabilities.

On-Site Training

Build capacity for professionals in your district with AbleNet’s on-site training courses. Learn how technology can support student achievement and overcome barriers. Gain hands-on product experience, essential product information, and strategies to integrate the technology into daily lessons. Participants attending AbleNet Professional Development trainings will earn a Certificate of Attendance upon completion of the training.

Here is a selection of available on-site training courses:
• Assistive Technology Strategies for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD)
• Increasing Literacy Success with Assistive Technology
• Getting the Most out of IDevices and AAC Devices in the Classroom
• Switch Access to iPad for Communication
• Integrating Technology into the Curriculum

Or customized to meet your specific needs

Call Brenda Britton for a FREE AbleNet Training Consultation 1.800.322.0956 x 2201

Online Webinars
30-minute live Webinars are offered for FREE to provide you with up-to-date assistive technology solutions that fit into your busy schedule. Check back often, as NEW Webinars are added each month. All Webinars are recorded and archived for individual or group professional development opportunities. Upon request, participants attending AbleNet Professional Development Webinars will earn a Certificate of Attendance after completion of the Webinar. Simply email bbritton@ablenetinc.com and request a certificate, include the date, time and title of the webinar viewed. Allow 2-3 weeks for arrive.



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Note: All Webinars are held at 11am CST. Please see scheduled dates below.

05/29/2012 11:00am CST
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND & UPDATED! Listen to the Music & Lose Yourself in a Good Book with the Accessible iPod!
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06/05/2012 11:00am CST
Assistive Technology to Support Game-based Learning
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06/12/2012 11:00am CST
Promoting Active Communication Opportunities for Unique Learners
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06/19/2012 11:00am CST
Making the Most of SoundingBoard – a FREE Communication App!
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06/28/2012 11:00am CST
How to Integrate Assistive Technology & AAC throughout the School Day
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Previously Recorded Webinars

Title:BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! Switch Access to the iPad for Communication
Presenter: Brenda Britton
Course Level: Beginner to Intermediate
iPads, apps and more apps! The iPad is quickly making its way into classrooms and households around the world. Although many individuals with disabilities can use this consumer electronic for communication, access can often be an issue for those who cannot use it in a typical way. Learn how the iPad can be switch accessed and used as a communication aid.
Date: May 17, 2012
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Title:BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND & UPDATED! Using Assistive Technology to Support Strategies for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders
Presenter: Brenda Britton
Course Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Unique challenges to communicating and learning for students with autism spectrum disorders can often be met with assistive technology, including the use of voice output communication devices. Such technology can serve to foster the development and implementation of relevant and meaningful support strategies to allow students to gain new skills.
Date: May 1, 2012
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Title:Switch Access to the iPad for Communication
Presenter: Brenda Britton
Course Level: Beginner to Intermediate
iPads, apps and more apps! The iPad is quickly making its way into classrooms and households around the world. Although many individuals with disabilities can use this consumer electronic for communication, access can often be an issue for those who cannot use it in a typical way. Learn how the iPad can be switch accessed and used as a communication aid.
Date: April 17, 2012
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Title:Accessible iPod for Music and Audiobooks in the Classroom
Presenter: Brenda Britton
Course Level: Beginner to Intermediate
iPods are finding their way into everyone's classroom! AbleNet shows you how to make the iPod accessible so that all students can access and control the iPod to listen to their favorite music, audiobooks and podcasts -- opening huge new worlds of education and entertainment. It's about access for all!
Date: April 10, 2012
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Title: Getting the Most Out of AAC Devices in the Classroom
Presenter: Brenda Britton
Course Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Communication tools can be more effective when access, mounting and motivation are included in planning and implementation. AbleNet offers a methodology to include these additional factors so users of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) can get the most out of their classroom experiences.
Date: April 3, 2012
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Title: Power Wheelchair Assessment: A Three Part Series - Course 3
Presenter: Michelle L. Lange, OTR, ABDA, ATP/SMS
Course Level: Beginner to Intermediate
This webinar will present strategies for optimizing power wheelchair use in the context of a school day. Many students receive their first power wheelchair and bring this immediately to school where the wheelchair may be housed due to accessibility issues. This may leave the school team with the task of teaching the child to use the power wheelchair. Mobility training can be accomplished by pulling the student out of other activities, but can also be done as a part of the school day. Case examples will be presented
Date: March 29, 2012
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Title: Gaining Independence in the Classroom
Presenter: Brenda Britton
Course Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Independence doesn't happen overnight! Students need to practice the skills that lead to greater independence. For students with disabilities that interfere in significant ways with their ability to participate, learn, communicate, and have social relationships, assistive technology supports their participation in experiences in the least restrictive environment. When assistive technology is being considered, the independence it allows should be an important factor in the decision-making.
Date: March 27, 2012
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Title: Power Wheelchair Assessment: A Three Part Series - Course 2
Presenter: Michelle L. Lange, OTR, ABDA, ATP/SMS
Course Level: Beginner to Intermediate
This webinar will utilize a case study to present a power wheelchair evaluation. A team approach is key and specific issues related to school will be included, such as access to the school building and classroom, transportation, transfers in and out of the wheelchair and mounting assistive technology to the wheelchair frame. The evaluation determines readiness, the access method and most appropriate wheelchair base. Evaluation options will be presented when a power wheelchair in unavailable for the assessment or for training.
Date: March 22, 2012
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Title: How to Integrate AAC Throughout the School Day
Presenter: Brenda Britton
Course Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Looking for ideas on how to integrate augmentative and alternative communication throughout the school day? It is paramount that all students be given opportunities to meaningfully participate in learning and social situations throughout the day. Such participation leads to greater independence, increased achievement, and a sense of belonging. Vocabulary, scripting, and motivation all play an important role in making communication meaningful and successful.
Date: March 20, 2012
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Title: Literacy Activities with Assistive Technology
Course Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Literacy skills are functional! Gaining literacy skills can open opportunities to learning, as well as enjoyment. Such pivotal skills enhance adult outcomes. All students benefit from quality literacy instruction, however access is often the issue. The use of assistive technology can make all the difference for students with disabilities. See how AbleNet's assistive technology increases students' level of engagement and participation in learning to read, write and listen.
Date: March 13, 2012
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Title: Assistive Power Wheelchair Assessment: A Three Part Series - Course 1
Presenter: Michelle L. Lange, OTR, ABDA, ATP/SMS
Course Level: Beginner to Intermediate
This webinar will utilize a case study to present strategies for both determining and developing readiness to use a power wheelchair in children. These strategies will include use of switches, toys, switch latch and timers and the computer to develop specific motor control and cognitive concepts. If you work with children who may benefit from a power wheelchair, this course will provide specific tools to prepare for a formal evaluation.
Date: March 8, 2012
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Title: Assistive Technology Strategies for Individuals With Autism Spectrum Disorders
Course Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Individuals on the autism spectrum face unique challenges, especially in regard to communication and learning. Assistive technology can be the answer to meet many of those needs, including providing a clear and precise model of language with visual cues to highlight meaning. The use of voice output communication aids can enable the development and implementation of relevant and meaningful support strategies that reduce stress and allow individuals to gain new skills.
Date: March 6, 2012
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Title: AAC for Traumatic Brain Injury
Presenter: Dr. Sarah Wallace, Ph.D., CCC-SLP Assistant Professor Program Director, Adult Neurogenic Clinic, Duquesne University
Course Level: Beginner to Intermediate
This webinar will present augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) strategies and devices appropriate for people with communication impairments resulting from traumatic brain injury (TBI). Survivors of TBI may have cognitive, linguistic, and motor speech impairments that may affect their use of AAC strategies and devices. Appropriate AAC strategies and devices will be discussed as well as assessment and intervention techniques across rehabilitation and recovery stages.
Date: February 23, 2012
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Title:AAC for Aphasia
Presenter: Dr. Sarah Wallace, Ph.D., CCC-SLP Assistant Professor Program Director, Adult Neurogenic Clinic, Duquesne University
Course Level: Beginner to Intermediate
This webinar will present augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) strategies and devices appropriate for people with aphasia. The focus of the presentation will be on AAC assessment techniques relevant to people with aphasia and appropriate AAC strategies for this population. AAC for people with aphasia includes use of no-, low-, and high-technology strategies and devices.
Date: February 16, 2012
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Title: Session Five: Communication Devices in an Inclusive Classroom
Presenter: Ian Bean, Independent Special Needs ICT Consultant and Trainer
Course Level: Beginner to Intermediate
This webinar looks the use of single and multiple message communication devices and how they can be used as an integral part of the school day. We’ll examine vocabulary, motivation and share ideas and examples that you can use in your classrooms the very next day.
Date: February 15, 2012
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Title: Autism: Evidence Based Practice - What does this mean for Assistive Technology Implementation?
Presenter: Patricia Wright, PhD, MPH, National Director, Autism Services, Easter Seals
Course Level: Beginner to Intermediate
The growing prevalence of autism requires professionals to be well versed in evidence-based practices for this population. This forum will review the process of evaluating evidence to determine treatment efficacy including the review of a typical research hierarchy. The judicious use of professional judgment, incorporating values and preferences and the issue of capacity will be discussed and the incorporation of these constructs within the framework of evidence based practice. Two meta-analyses developed to assist practitioners in making treatment decisions will be shared. Participants will be encouraged to analyze these meta-analyses to increase their capacity in serving individuals with autism in the application of assistive technology instruction and implementation.
Date: February 9, 2012
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Title: Compensation for persistent deficits following a Traumatic Brain Injury using Assistive Technology (AT)- Course 3
Presenter: Edward Hitchcock, OT/L
Course Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Overview of more complex AT options to allow for access to environment computer or communication following a TBI. A client may "plateau" in their recovery following a TBI. When client retains persistent deficits in function, an AT solution may be prescribed to compensate and provide access to a communication strategy, a computer or an environmental control. This session will provide an overview of AT solutions that allow for access and compensation to increase function and quality of life for a persistent deficit.
Date: January 19, 2012
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Title: Getting the most from your switches AWAY from the computer - Course 4
Presenter: Ian Bean, Independent Special Needs ICT Consultant and Trainer
Course Level: Beginner to Intermediate
This webinar looks at the development and generalization of switching skills away from the computer. We examine the role of switch controlled toys, lighting and other electrical equipment and single message and step-by-step communication devices in the teaching of switching skills.
Date: January 18, 2012
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Title: Evaluation of Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) for Assistive technology (AT):
A Three Part Series- Course 2
Presenter: Edward Hitchcock, OT/L
Course Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Identification and overview of simple and low cost AT strategies to allow for remediation of TBI. Remediation of deficits following a TBI is a primary goal. This session will focus on use of AT to facilitate recovery of function in deficits following a TBI. For example, cause/effect may be developed by use of a switch to play a simple music video. Physical deficits can be remediated through use of AT to engage a client in a purposeful activity. Likewise AT can be utilized to remediate a visual neglect issue through modifications to a monitor. Given the sometimes rapid evolution in function following a TBI, AT solutions may need to be changed or modified rapidly. This session will identify low cost and simple solutions that can be used in a short window of time.
Date: January 12, 2012
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Title: Evaluation of Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) for Assistive technology (AT):
A Three Part Series- Course 1
Presenter: Edward Hitchcock, OT/L
Course Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Participants will gain knowledge of motor, cognitive and visual deficits that may indicate a given form of assistive technology.  For example, significant motor deficits indicate use of switches for access to computer/communication/environment.  Significant cognitive deficits may indicate use of simple AT options to allow for access to computer/communication/environment etc.  Significant visual deficits may indicate modifications to a monitor (enlargement of font or movement/simplification of icons on screen) or provision of auditory feedback.  This session will provide an overview of evaluation of these deficits in TBI.
Date: January 5, 2012
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Curriculum and Assistive Technology Webinars

05/22/12 at 11:00am
Great Math Curricular Solutions + Assistive Technology = Success for All Students with Disabilities
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Previously Recorded Webinars

Title: Bringing S.T.E.M. to Special Education Through Assistive Technology
Course Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Meet your STEM needs in special education through two engaging, age-neutral non-fiction classroom libraries. These specially designed programs build on standards-based literacy, math and science skills through differentiated instructional strategies and materials. Supported by assistive technology that makes learning accessible and engaging, students are provided with what they need to become strategic content readers and show measurable progress on assessments and alternative assessments.
Date: May 9, 2012
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Title: Integration of Assistive Technology in Every Curricular Solution
Course Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Assistive technology can boost students' level of participation, engagement, and achievement - especially when it is integrated with curriculum. AbleNet shows teachers when and how to use assistive technology in the lessons and activities for all of our curricular solutions. An Action Dictionary for each curriculum is an excellent teacher resource that provides additional alternatives for students who are unable to perform required actions in a typical way.
Date: March 14, 2012
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Archived Webinars

Online Webinars
All AbleNet Webinars are recorded and archived for individual or group professional development opportunities. Upon request, participants attending AbleNet Professional Development Webinars will earn a Certificate of Attendance after completion of the Webinar. Simply email tmanagement@ablenetinc.com and request a certificate, include the date, time and title of the webinar viewed. Allow 2-3 weeks for arrive.

Title: Computer Access
Presenter: Kelly Fonner
Sorting through all of the options available in computer access can be a challenging portion of providing information to educators, therapists, consumers, parents and others interested in AbleNet’s assistive technology products for computer access. This hour will be an introduction and demonstration of the feature options in computer input, processing and output that pertain to people with physical disabilities, health impairments, and/or cognitive disabilities.
Date: Feb 15, 2011
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To request a Certificate of Attendance, please email the date and entry/exit time of viewing the webinar content. Allow 2-3 weeks for arrival.

Title: All About Switches
Presenter: Kelly Fonner
Introduction to all the basic switch types in the AbleNet line and their usage as a control interface to computer access, electronic aids of daily living and AAC. Examples of switch properties of activation type, target area, and number of activations will be given as well as possibilities of feedback including tactile, auditory and visual. Examples of switch use in Augmentative Communication will vary from simple one message systems, multiple switch systems, to simple scans. The features of scanning will be explained and switch assessment tools will be introduced.
Date: Mar 2, 2011
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To request a Certificate of Attendance, please email the date and entry/exit time of viewing the webinar content. Allow 2-3 weeks for arrival.

Title – Assistive Technology and EADL's
Presenter – Tom Nikola, National Account Manager Environmental Controls
Learn about the variety of new and updated Assistive Technology solutions from AbleNet. We will review product features & options, basic programming and installation strategies for our Electronic Aids for Daily Living. EADL's provide freedom, independence and safety solutions for clients of all ages and life situations.
Date: Tuesday, May 17, 2011
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To request a Certificate of Attendance, please email the date and entry/exit time of viewing the webinar content. Allow 2-3 weeks for arrival.

Title – Communication Starts with C but Begins with You! A Three Part Series - Course 1
Presenter – Elizabeth S. Rush, MA, CCC-SLP, CPM
Identifying intervention strategies and applications for persons with complex communication needs remains a challenge. Multimodal approaches to AAC intervention within naturalistic environments provide significant opportunities for cultivating intentionality and supporting language acquisition. 
Date: Tuesday June 21, 2011
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To request a Certificate of Attendance, please email the date and entry/exit time of viewing the webinar content. Allow 2-3 weeks for arrival.

Title – Assistive Technology throughout the Pediatric Rehabilitation Process (Three Part Series)
Course 1 - Early Childhood
Presenter – Angie Boisselle, OTR, ATP
Description: Early childhood is often when a child and the family first receive a diagnosis while in the hospital or outpatient setting. This course will explore the basics for introducing assistive technology devices to the family while in the hospital setting/outpatient setting.
Date: June 24, 2011 11:00am CST
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To request a Certificate of Attendance, please email the date and entry/exit time of viewing the webinar content. Allow 2-3 weeks for arrival.

Title– Computer Access
Presenter – Tom Nikola, National Account Manager
Description: Join us to learn about the variety of Computer Access solutions from AbleNet. We will review product features & options for clients of all ages and life situations
Date: Tuesday, June 28, 2011
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To request a Certificate of Attendance, please email the date and entry/exit time of viewing the webinar content. Allow 2-3 weeks for arrival.

Title- Communication Starts with C but Begins with U! (Three Part Series) Course 2 - Jump Start Interactive Communication for AAC Users
Presenter – Elizabeth S. Rush, MA, CCC-SLP, CPM
Description: Are you challenged with getting your students to use their AAC systems effectively? Are you constantly searching for ideas that will lead them to learning the power and joys of communication? Let’s explore activities, strategies and technology to support learning, practicing and using communication that is interactive, generative and functional.
Date: July 12, 2011
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To request a Certificate of Attendance, please email the date and entry/exit time of viewing the webinar content. Allow 2-3 weeks for arrival.

Title- Assistive Technology throughout the Rehabilitation Process: A Three Part Series- Course 2
Presenter – Angie Boisselle, OTR, ATP
Description: The successful use of devices for the school-aged child with special needs relies heavily upon collaboration of rehabilitation therapists in the private and school-based settings, as well as home. This course will explore assistive technology as a collaborative process and clarify roles of providers.
Date: July 22, 2011
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To request a Certificate of Attendance, please email the date and entry/exit time of viewing the webinar content. Allow 2-3 weeks for arrival.

Title- An Introduction to AbleNet's AAC Product Line and Accessing Funding Opportunities
Presenter – Diane Russell, CCC-SLP
Description: This webinar will introduce you to an exciting new opportunity to access funding support for AbleNet's AAC products to offer as a solution to your patient population.
Date: July 27 2011
Link:  Click here to watch webinar
To request a Certificate of Attendance, please email the date and entry/exit time of viewing the webinar content. Allow 2-3 weeks for arrival.

Title- Communication Starts with C but Begins with U! (Three Part Series) Course 3 – Literacy, Learning and Literacy for AAC Users
Presenter – Elizabeth S. Rush, MA, CCC-SLP, CPM
Still looking for strategies to motivate your AAC users to participate in group situations, to be engaged in learning opportunities and to have more influence over their environments? Discover creative activities and a variety of technologies to utilize in meeting the language, learning and literacy needs of many different individuals with diverse modes of communication.
Date: August 10, 2011
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To request a Certificate of Attendance, please email the date and entry/exit time of viewing the webinar content. Allow 2-3 weeks for arrival.

Title- Assistive Technology throughout the Rehabilitation Process: A Three Part Series- Course 3 Adolescence
Presenter – Angie Boisselle, OTR, ATP
For Individual Continuing Education Units (0.1 CEU) for registered attendance and successful completion of this educational program must be applied for and payment made directly to RESNA. RESNA CEU Application will be provided once you have completed the SURVEY and POST TEST directly following this webinar session.
Date: August 19, 2011
Link:  Click here to watch webinar
To request a Certificate of Attendance, please email the date and entry/exit time of viewing the webinar content. Allow 2-3 weeks for arrival.

Title- How SLP’s benefit from working with local DME supplier
Presenter – Diane Russell, CCC-SLP
This webinar will introduce you to an exciting new opportunity to access funding support for AbleNet's AAC products to offer as a solution to your patient population.
Date: September 8, 2011
Link:  Click here to watch webinar
To request a Certificate of Attendance, please email the date and entry/exit time of viewing the webinar content. Allow 2-3 weeks for arrival.

Title- 2011 NEW PRODUCTS from AbleNet, Inc.
Presenter – Mary Sagstetter, Worldwide Tradeshow/Conference Manager
2011 NEW PRODUCTS from AbleNet, Inc. This webinar will share exciting new products that promote the acquisition and retention of skills important to improving communication, social skills, leisure and independence in the home, school and community settings.
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To request a Certificate of Attendance, please email the date and entry/exit time of viewing the webinar content. Allow 2-3 weeks for arrival.

Title- Teaching every student – the UDL way - Course 1
Presenter –Beth Saunders, SLP, CCC. ATP
One size does not fit all. Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles provide for varied and flexible means of engagement of students, representation of content, and response to learning. UDL is a framework for ensuring access, participation and progress in the general education curriculum. UDL is not limited to high technology environments. It does include assistive technology for some. Session 1 provides a look at how UDL has evolved since then and the role technology plays in its success.
Date: September 15, 2011
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To request a Certificate of Attendance, please email the date and entry/exit time of viewing the webinar content. Allow 2-3 weeks for arrival.

Title- The UDL/AT Connection - Course 2
Presenter –Beth Saunders, SLP, CCC. ATP
This session focuses on when assistive technology and accommodations need to be considered in a UDL classroom as well as during assessments. The benefits of assistive technology uses for learners with disabilities will be discussed. The SETT framework will be used to help participants understand how to create a shared vision of how technology can support student achievement. There will also be a discussion about the difference between accommodations and modifications.
Date: September 22, 2011
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To request a Certificate of Attendance, please email the date and entry/exit time of viewing the webinar content. Allow 2-3 weeks for arrival.

Title- UDL Solutions: The Importance of Feature Matching for Learner Participation - Course 3
Presenter –Beth Saunders, SLP, CCC. ATP
This session will focus on which AbleNet product features can be applied to the UDL principles and ideas for creating an interactive classroom setting so all learners can participate and make academic gains.
Date: September 29, 2011
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To request a Certificate of Attendance, please email the date and entry/exit time of viewing the webinar content. Allow 2-3 weeks for arrival.

Title- Positioning the Client to Optimize Access: A Three Part Series - Course 1
Presenter – Michelle L. Lange, OTR, ABDA, ATP/SMS
Beginner to Intermediate Level
This webinar will present positioning strategies to optimize access, focusing on providing a stable and functional posture. Access methods include direct, switch and voice, as well as mouse and joystick. Targeted positional changes may be required to determine or optimize an access method for successful assistive technology use.
Date: October 6, 2011
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To request a Certificate of Attendance, please email the date and entry/exit time of viewing the webinar content. Allow 2-3 weeks for arrival.

Title: Assistive Technology in an Inclusive Classroom
Presenter – Ian Bean
This session will provide an overview of how assistive technology is used to support students who face complex barriers to learning in an inclusive classroom. We’ll examine a range of different technologies and show through examples of good practice how they positively impact the communication, learning and leisure needs of our students.
Date: Wed, October 19, 2011
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To request a Certificate of Attendance, please email the date and entry/exit time of viewing the webinar content. Allow 2-3 weeks for arrival.

Title: Evaluating the Client for Switch Access to Assistive Technology - A Three Part Series - Course 2
Presenter – Presented by Michelle L. Lange, OTR, ABDA, ATP/SMS
Beginner to Intermediate Level Assistive technology can be accessed directly or indirectly by switch, mouse, joystick or voice. This Webinar will present assessment strategies to determine the optimal switch location and switch type to provide access. A switch site hierarchy will be presented along with clinical indicators for a variety of potential switch locations. A wide array of mechanical and electrical switches will also be discussed.
Date: Thursday, October 20, 2011
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To request a Certificate of Attendance, please email the date and entry/exit time of viewing the webinar content. Allow 2-3 weeks for arrival.

Title: Client Applications: Basic Electronic Aids to Daily Living - A Three Part Series - Course 3
Presenter – Presented by Michelle L. Lange, OTR, ABDA, ATP/SMS
Electronic Aids to Daily Living provide alternative control of devices within the environment. Basic EADLs can be used in the home or classroom to develop cognitive skills, provide independent play, socialization and participation, provide object manipulation, meet therapy goals and prepare clients for future, more sophisticated assistive technology use. This webinar will present product options, modes of control and application ideas.
Date: Thursday, October 27, 2011
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Title: Exploring AT Options and Obligations; Education through Transition (Three part Series - Part 1)
Presenter – Presented by – Robin Jones, MPA, COTA/L, ROH, Project Director and Instructor, DBTAC: Great Lakes ADA Center, University of Illinois at Chicago
Part 1 of the 3 part series will address the numerous laws that call for the provision of assistive technology to enhance access to education, employment and community participation. This session will provide an overview of the laws and policies that support the provision of assistive technology to enhance success. Focus will be on the issues associated with use of assistive technology during transition from secondary to post secondary education, employment and community participation.
Date: Thursday, November 10, 2011
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Title: Title: Exploring AT Options and Obligations; Education through Transition (Three part series - Part 2)
Presenter Presenter – Sandy Hanebrink, OTR/L, South Carolina Director, Touch the Future, Inc. and Kristi Voelkerding, BS, COTA/L, ATP, ROH, AT Specialist, Easter Seals Massachusetts
Description: Part 2 of the 3 part series will provide a brief overview of key legislation impacting the provision and utilization of assistive technology throughout the education continuum. Strategies to fulfill obligations and examples of AT intervention will be discussed. A case study format will be used to present the process for utilizing AT to enhance success in the classroom
Date: Thursday, November 17, 2011
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Title: Making Something Happen Session 2
Presenter – Ian Bean, Independent Special Needs ICT Consultant and Trainer
This session will look at the early stages of using switches as an access method for communication and learning. We’ll examine experiential learners and how we might facilitate the transition toward early control with switches and how we might meaningfully embed the use of switches at a cause and effect level across the school day.
Date: Wed, November 30, 2011
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Title: Exploring AT Options and Obligations; Education through Transition (Three part series - Part 3)
Presenter – Sandy Hanebrink, OTR/L is the South Carolina Director of Touch the Future, Inc. and Kristi Voelkerding, BS, COTA/L, ATP, ROH, Assistive Technology Specialist
Course Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Part 3 of this series will provide a brief overview of key legislation impacting the provision and utilization of assistive technology through the transition process to higher education, employment and/or community. Strategies to fulfill obligations and examples of AT intervention will be discussed. A case study format will be used to present the process of utilizing AT to enhance success in higher education, employment and community.
Date: Thursday, December 1, 2011
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Title: BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND Communication Starts with C but Begins with You!
Presenter– Elizabeth S. Rush, MA, CCC-SLP, CPM
Your AAC users are not talking with their peers, use few communicative functions and are unmotivated to communicate. What can be done to nourish functional, generative communication? This course will address using a variety of technologies and strategies to stimulate use of meaningful and appropriate communication.
Date: Thursday, December 8, 2011
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Title: Session Three: Extending switch use beyond cause and effect
Presenter – Ian Bean, Independent Special Needs ICT Consultant and Trainer
This webinar looks at developing switch use beyond the cause and effect stage toward making meaningful choices with one or two switches. We’ll examine the different routes we need to facilitate for one and two switch users and explore meaningful activities to embed switch use at this level into your school day.
Date: Wed, December 14, 2011
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Title: BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND Jump Start Interactive Communication for AAC Users.
Presenter: Elizabeth S. Rush, MA, CCC-SLP, CPM
Are you challenged with getting your students to use their AAC systems effectively? Are you constantly searching for ideas that will lead them to learning the power and joys of communication? Let’s explore activities, strategies and technology to support learning, practicing and using communication that is interactive, generative and functional.
Date: December 15, 2011
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