Expanding the Braille Literacy Technology Toolbox

In the past, if TVIs and students wanted access to refreshable braille on Quota, they often had to choose one device. That device may have had a particular number of cells, lacked a keyboard, or had features that may or may not have worked for an individual student. Today, as fast as technology changes, the importance of filling one’s technology toolbox with the right tools for a specific student grows. This session will explain two new refreshable braille devices from APH, offering choice based on student needs, and providing powerful features to support a student as they learn and grow. Instructor: Greg Stilson Instructor’s Title: Sr Director Global Innovation Instructor’s Affiliation: American Printing House for the Blind Instructor’s email: [email protected] Instructor: Peter Tucic Instructor Title: Brand Ambassador Blindness Products Instructors Affiliation: HumanWare Instructors Email: [email protected] Primary Core or ECC Area: Assistive Technology Target Audience: Teachers / Assistive Technology Specialist / Parents Pre-requisite knowledge: Basic understanding of braille. Lesson Plan Goal: Provide participants with specific information on how the Mantis and Chameleon can be used in the classroom to complete academic tasks. Learning Objectives: 1. Understand 2 key differences between the Mantis Q40 and the Chameleon 20. 2. Identify 2 ideal student profiles that would be successful users of either of these devices. 3. Identify 3 different tools which can be used in conjunction with these displays. Materials Needed: No materials are needed. Those with a Braille Trail Reader can follow along. Collect CEUs: YES