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Upcoming Webinar

Personalized, Data-Driven learning – the NEW HelpKidzLearn

Date: September 26th, 2024 | 11:30AM ET, 10:30AM CT, 8:30AM PT
Duration: 45 mins
Presenter: Ian Loughlin, Inclusive Technology

Join us to dive into the latest innovations and enhancements to HelpKidzLearn by Inclusive. In addition to wealth of recent new content, HKL, the go-to site for accessible, engaging learning for children with complex instructional needs – is adding groundbreaking tools and features:

  • Personalized Playlists: organized and structured learning experiences tailored to specific goals or themes.
  • User Analytics: data-driven insights empowering educators with valuable information to track progress and adapt strategies effectively.
  • HKL Hub: a one-stop destination for seamless navigation and access to a wide range of educational resources and games.
  • Profiles: customizable, personalized learning allowing educators and parents to tailor activities to each child's unique needs and preferences.
  • New Website: revamped with a user-friendly interface and enhanced functionality for smoother interaction and exploration.
  • And MORE!

Presented by Inclusive's Ian Loughlin, don't miss out on this opportunity to discover how HelpKidzLearn can elevate the learning journey for children with diverse and complex needs.

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Ian Loughlin
Information Manager | Inclusive Technology

Ian is the Information Manager at Inclusive Technology the developer of HelpKidzLearn. Ian has over 19 years supporting technology in education and ten years at Inclusive Technology, he has developed specialized knowledge in assistive technology, particularly eye gaze and iPad switch access.

He supplies product information for the very latest assistive technology hardware and software and has presented at various conferences and exhibitions throughout the UK and abroad.

Assimilate Ideas for your Student’s STEM/Biology Education

Join APH’s Science & Health Product Manager, Dr. Rosanne Hoffmann, to learn about three APH (American Printing House for the Blind) STEM kits:

  • Build-A-Cell,
  • the DNA-RNA Kit,
  • and the Protein Synthesis Kit.

See how these rich curricular resources will enhance the STEM education of blind or visually impaired students.

Date: Wednesday, December 7th

Time: 3:00 pm ET | 2:00 pm CT | 12:00 pm PT

Duration: 25 mins

Presenter: Victor Lajeunesse, Dr. Rosanne Hoffmann (Science and Health Product Manager, APH)

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Guest Speakers

Susie Blackstein-Adler

Susie Blackstein-Adler

Professional Development Leader @Bridges

Susie leads the professional learning team at Bridges. She has backgrounds in occupational therapy and education and has over thirty years of experience working in the field of augmentative and alternative communication and consulting to classroom teams concerning access to curriculum. She has done research on computer access, the inclusion of students who have complex learning challenges, and accessible coding. Susie provides professional learning on educational and assistive technology both nationally and internationally.

Christy McDonald

Christy McDonald

Christy McDonald is an educator, and curricular and assistive technology consultant, supporting people with diverse learning needs and those supporting them. She leads the curriculum support team at Bridges Canada and delivers professional development for educators who are implementing educational curricula for students with complex needs. She has developed a series of on-line courses to support teachers and parents in supporting the use of AT features in reading and writing. Christy is part of the Bridges coding team, developing accessible coding experiences for ALL students, using a UDL approach.

Leanne Husk

Leanne Husk

Lead instructor for Bridges

Leanne Husk has a background as an educator for students who have complex needs and has certification as a Learning Disabilities Specialist. As a lead instructor for Bridges, she designs and leads workshops and works directly with students and teachers to help them create and implement dynamic and inclusive learning experiences with technology across the curriculum. Leanne first experienced the need for scaffolded instruction and adapted materials when introducing coding to normally developing students. These experiences have been invaluable as she works, in collaboration with OCAD University, supporting Bridges' current initiative - creating inclusive and accessible coding experiences for ALL.

Kim Mitchell

Kim Mitchell

Kim has been in the field of assistive technology for 30+ years supporting people with diverse needs using tools such as eye gaze access, augmentative communication systems, tools to support blind and low vision and more. She is certified in many of these tools. Kim has presented in person and virtually to groups nationally and internationally. She is passionate about helping people meet their full potential using technology, both high and low tech, to communicate and participate in all aspects of life.