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February, 2012
Presented by: Easter Seals MA
Date: February 9, 2012
Time: 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm
Cost: Free
Location: Easter Seals Technology and Training Center,
256 Union Street, New Bedford, MA
Portable technologies are helping redefine the mandate for least restrictive environment and boosting student independence. With portable technologies students who had been anchored in special education and resource rooms may now be mainstreamed and included in the general classroom. This session will include demonstration of free tools that attendees will be able to use immediately upon return to their workplace.
AT Forums are free and open to the public, thanks to the support of the City of New Bedford Community Development Block Grant
For More Information:
Contact
Michelli Ruffinelli by phone 508-992-3128
Website: www.eastersealsma.org
Join the iCrowd! Get the most from your iPad/iPod
Presented by: Easter Seals
Date: February 16, 2012
Time: 9:30 am to 12:30 pm
Cost: $75
Location:
Easter Seals Massachusetts
484 Main Street
Worcester, MA 01608
Participants will learn skills required to use the iPod Touch and iPad devices effectively for organization, both in and out of the classroom. Our presenter will teach you the basic 'care and feeding' practices you need to get the most out of your iDevice. In addition, you will be introduced to several advanced tips and tricks such as creating an iTunes account without a credit card and working with touch screen, accessibility features, and motion controls. Learn about Apps that help individuals with learning disabilities develop and support independence in school, the workplace and everyday life. Participants will leave with a better understanding of how to navigate and thrive in the world of iDevices.
For More Information:
Contact
Jeff McAuslin
by email jmcauslin@eastersealsma.org
by phone 508-751-6448
Can’t get to one of these workshops? No problem. Easter Seals will come to you.
Easter Seals delivers customized seminars at schools and other professional
settings, on these topics, and many more. To arrange for a seminar or training
that meets the needs of your students or clients, contact Jeff McAuslin.
Website: eastersealsma.org
Join the iCrowd! Get the most from your iPad/iPod
Presented by: Easter Seals
Date: February 21, 2012
Time: 9:30 am to 12:30 pm
Cost: $75
Location: Easter Seals
89 South Street, Boston MA 02111
Participants will learn skills required to use the iPod Touch and iPad devices effectively for organization, both in and out of the classroom. Our presenter will teach you the basic 'care and feeding' practices you need to get the most out of your iDevice. In addition, you will be introduced to several advanced tips and tricks such as creating an iTunes account without a credit card and working with touch screen, accessibility features, and motion controls. Learn about Apps that help individuals with learning disabilities develop and support independence in school, the workplace and everyday life. Participants will leave with a better understanding of how to navigate and thrive in the world of iDevices.
For More Information:
Contact
Jeff McAuslin
by email jmcauslin@eastersealsma.org
by phone 508-751-6448
Can’t get to one of these workshops? No problem. Easter Seals will come to you. Easter Seals delivers customized seminars at schools and other professional settings, on these topics, and many more. To arrange for a seminar or training that meets the needs of your students or clients, contact Jeff McAuslin
Website: eastersealsma.org
March, 2012
Summer Camp and Recreation Expo for Children with Special Needs
Presented by: Framingham Special Ed Parent Advisory Council
Date: March 11, 2012
Time: 12-3pm
Cost: free
Location: Framingham High School Cafeteria 115 A Street, Framingham, MA 01701
Come to the 5th Annual Summer Camp and Recreation Expo for Children with Special Needs to meet and learn about summer camps and recreational organizations in Massachusetts and the surrounding area. Speak directly with the representatives, pick up literature and get fully informed about what is out there for your child.
For More Information:
Contact
Sue Hewlett
by email campexpo@f-sepac.org
Website: www.f-sepac.org
Employment and Training Services
Presented by: Easter Seals MA
Date: March 15, 2012
Time: 3:30pm to 5:00pm
Cost: Free
Location: Easter Seals Technology and Training Center,
256 Union Street, New Bedford, MA
Learn how Assistive Technology can help employers find qualified applicants who are equipped to meet the needs of their organization and who will increase the diversity within their workforce.
AT Forums are free and open to the public, thanks to the support of the City of New Bedford Community Development Block Grant
For More Information:
Contact
Michelli Ruffinelli by phone 508-992-3128
Website: www.eastersealsma.org
April, 2012
Technology Supports for Youth Leadership
Presented by: Easter Seals MA
Date: April 12, 2012
Time: 3:30pm to 5:00pm
Cost: Free
Location: Easter Seals Technology and Training Center,
256 Union Street, New Bedford, MA
Learn how technology can play a role in Youth Leadership activities. Learn how to use social media, video presentations and other technologies to develop self-advocacy strategies around school transition and other important issues.
AT Forums are free and open to the public, thanks to the support of the City of New Bedford Community Development Block Grant
For More Information:
Contact
Michelli Ruffinelli by phone 508-992-3128
Website: www.eastersealsma.org
May, 2012
Presented by: Easter Seals MA
Date: May 10, 2012
Time: 3:30pm to 5:00pm
Cost: Free
Location: Easter Seals Technology and Training Center,
256 Union Street, New Bedford, MA
This is an overview of implementing speech recognition software for high school students. The presentation will cover Dragon Naturally Speaking for PC computers and Dragon Dictate for Macintosh computers. Other options that will be discussed are Windows 7 built-in speech recognition and the program Speak Q.
AT Forums are free and open to the public, thanks to the support of the City of New Bedford Community Development Block Grant
For More Information:
Contact
Michelli Ruffinelli by phone 508-992-3128
Website: www.eastersealsma.org
June, 2012
Support for Seniors: Activities of Daily Living
Presented by: Easter Seals MA
Date: June 7, 2012
Time: 3:30pm to 5:00pm
Cost: Free
Location: Easter Seals Technology and Training Center,
256 Union Street, New Bedford, MA
This workshop will focus on low cost assistive technology that can be sued to help elderly individuals maintain their independence in the home and community at large.
AT Forums are free and open to the public, thanks to the support of the City of New Bedford Community Development Block Grant
For More Information:
Contact
Michelli Ruffinelli by phone 508-992-3128
Website: www.eastersealsma.org
