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Our webinars are designed for professionals seeking practical insights and strategies to support individuals with diverse learning needs.
Whether you’re looking to deepen your knowledge or implement new tools, our webinars provide valuable guidance to enhance accessibility and empower learners of all abilities.

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  • Alternate Access 
  • Literacy
  • Multisensory
  • Blind/Low Vision
  • Augmentative and Alternative Communication

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Bridges LIVE is a lively, fun, intimate, day exploring a wide variety of technologies and curricula to support teachers with special needs. Presented in a talk-play, talk-play format, you'll learn hands-on knowledge about these tools and others informed by real experiences in Canadian and classrooms.

Sharing with like minded professionals Bridges LIVE! is a great opportunity to learn from colleagues such as educators, technologists, advocates, and occupational and speech therapists.

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Blog Articles

Widgit Online Emotions and Behaviour Scale Pack

Widgit Online Emotions and Behaviour Scale Pack

May 26, 2025
by
Anna Coules

As the school year ends, some students may struggle with emotional challenges due to changes in routine, making it important to support them with tools to manage their feelings. Widgit Online’s new Emotion and Behaviour Scales Pack offers visual resources that help students understand and express their emotions.

Encouraging a Love for Reading Through Self-Directed Choices

Encouraging a Love for Reading Through Self-Directed Choices

May 05, 2025
by
Bogdan Pospielovsky

Watch this video to explore strategies for making self-directed reading accessible to all students. Christy highlights ideas for removing barriers for students with complex support needs to ensure they, too, can engage in wide reading.

Creative Journey with Eyegaze AAC - Inspiring Video

Creative Journey with Eyegaze AAC - Inspiring Video

May 01, 2025
by
Anna Coules

Bruyère Health’s AAC clinic recently shared an inspiring video that tells the story of Lilianne, who, after being diagnosed with ALS, found new ways to express her creativity using eyegaze technology.

Close Reading to Increase knowledge and Strengthen Comprehension - Video

Close Reading to Increase knowledge and Strengthen Comprehension - Video

Apr 28, 2025
by
Bogdan Pospielovsky

Readtopia's close reading lessons engage students with real-life topics in science and social studies, helping them build essential skills like identifying key details, expanding vocabulary, and answering questions. Through systematic instruction, students develop confidence in reading complex texts, gaining both knowledge and skills to navigate different text formats.

Widgit Online FREE Spring Resource Pack

Widgit Online FREE Spring Resource Pack

Apr 14, 2025
by
Anna Coules

Spring is the perfect time to refresh your classroom with our FREE Spring Activity Pack, featuring 32 fun and engaging resources created with Widgit Online

How a University Used Debug’d to Prepare Future Teachers

How a University Used Debug’d to Prepare Future Teachers

Apr 01, 2025
by
Bogdan Pospielovsky

When preparing future educators, it’s essential to equip them with tools that foster inclusive learning environments. Watch the video from Towson University and see how debug’d is helping future educators to gain confidence in coding instruction and developing strategies to support inclusive classrooms.

Bringing the World to Students Through Video Lessons

Bringing the World to Students Through Video Lessons

Mar 24, 2025
by
Bogdan Pospielovsky

Readtopia's video lessons help bridge gaps in students' background knowledge and vocabulary by offering engaging, structured content. These lessons go beyond passive viewing, encouraging discussion, reflection, and active participation to support comprehension and meaningful learning. This video provides a preview of how Readtopia’s approach, including guided discussions and response activities, creates a collaborative learning experience.

Why Knowledge Matters in Literacy Instruction

Why Knowledge Matters in Literacy Instruction

Mar 18, 2025
by
Bogdan Pospielovsky

Watch the video to see how Readtopia intentionally supports students in developing the background knowledge they need to succeed. From video lessons that introduce key concepts to close reading strategies and self-directed reading opportunities, you'll discover practical ways to help students bridge knowledge gaps.

Free Trial and Resources

Free resources, like symbolized materials to use in your class, and free trials of some of our most popular software products.

Whether you’re looking for free downloads, product trials, or classroom aids, this collection of resources is designed help you discover the tools that make a difference. From communication supports to accessibility solutions, take advantage of these offerings to enhance learning and accessibility for all.

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