Wednesday, August 12, 2026 (3:00 PM-4:00 PM)
Abstract:
By the time assessment data and trial evidence are in hand, the clinical work is only half finished. This session addresses the second half: converting a feature-based recommendation into IEP-ready language, determining appropriate AT service minutes, and building an implementation plan that survives contact with a real classroom. Participants will learn to write recommendation language that ties a documented barrier to a specific assistive feature and functional outcome, determine service minutes based on the complexity of support needed rather than the number of tools recommended, and plan for monitoring and follow-up that keeps AT responsive as demands change. The session also addresses why well-matched AT plans often break down after they leave the IEP meeting - examining shared responsibility across the IEP team, student engagement and voice, and common barriers to implementation. Using five composite case studies spanning different grade levels, disability categories, and service settings - including the session's running case study - participants will practice applying these principles across varied real-world scenarios. Tools referenced throughout, including Read&Write and Mindomo, are drawn from the presenter's direct clinical experience in K–12 settings and do not constitute endorsement or promotion of any product.
Currently under review for IACET credit approval.
Completion of this webinar and all required components earns 0.1 IACET CEU.
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Design, Build, Empower: Your Guide to DIY AT Webinar
Wednesday, September 16, 2026 (3:00 PM-4:00 PM)
This interactive session introduces a practical guide developed by the RESNA Maker Special Interest Group to help makers, service providers, and individuals with disabilities navigate the world of DIY assistive technology (AT). Through real-world case studies, group discussions, and hands-on activities, participants will learn the fundamentals of DIY AT, explore when DIY solutions are appropriate, and gain actionable strategies for fostering a culture of innovation and accessibility in their communities. Attendees will leave with valuable resources, practical knowledge, and the confidence to support user-centered DIY AT initiatives.
Completion of this webinar and all required components earn 0.1 IACET CEUs.
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