Free Events! AT Demo Days: Fall 2024

AT Demo Days Fall 2024

Join us and ATIA Member Presenters for AT Demo Days!

Demo Day Sponsor Logos: Attainment Company, Augmental, Brava, CareScribe, Dolphin Computer Access, Eschenbach, Glean, HumanWare, MatchWare, OrCam, PRC-Saltillo, Pro-Study, SmartBox, Tobii Dynavox.
It's time for a quick refresh of what's new with AT products. Get an overview of many products during these two days of demos.

We know it's hard to keep up with all the latest features and product announcements. We want to make it easier, so join us for AT Demo Days to keep up-to-speed with a variety of AT products.

Sessions will take place on three Wednesdays in September via the ATIA Learning Center. Sessions are sponsored by ATIA members and free for anyone to attend. Live sessions will have prize giveaways!

Schedule and participating ATIA members:*

  • Pro-AT Group Ltd: Engagement, Motivation and Success with Pro-Revise
  • Presenter: Sam Cock, Product Specialist
    Pro-Revise is your ultimate revision companion that provides more than 10 different engaging methods to cater to your individual learning style and preferences. Developed in response to students' demands for more personalized and diverse study methods, Pro-Revise offers an array of multi-modal revision methods including: Cornell notes, Flashcards, Concentration, fill-in-the-blanks, and many more! Come join us for a quick overview of the software.
  • Glean: How Glean Empowers Rather than Replaces the Student with AI-powered Note Taking
  • Presenter: Helena Harrison, Training and Account Manager
    See how Glean can help students of all ages take better notes from class and check out our latest features in action including AI Outlines, QuizMe and Scribble!
  • MatchWare: Mind Mapping: Assistive Software for Essay Writing, Note Taking, Task Mgmt, Etc.
  • Presenter: Brandon Conrad, Manager
    Mind Mapping is theory based and proven to be great for planning, brainstorming, and reading/ writing comprehension for both students and adults. Learn how individuals can overcome difficulties with Anxiety, Blank Page Syndrome, Feeling Overwhelmed, Confusion on Assignments and Time Management. Individuals with or without learning differences can benefit from Mind Mapping, but specifically, it can be helpful for individuals that have been diagnosed with ADHD, Dyslexia, Autism, Executive Function Disorder, etc.
    In this interactive presentation, attendees will be guided through Mind Mapping best practices on how to visually organize topics, research, cite and reference information, and export data in any academic format, such as APA, MLA, etc. Furthermore, we will illustrate when Mind Mapping is paired with technology how it can enhance creativity, clarify thinking and improve understanding of the subject at hand.
  • CareScribe: Never Miss a Moment: Empowering Inclusive Learning with Caption.Ed
  • Presenter: Dr. Rich Purcell, Founder and Director
    Caption.Ed is a note-taking and captioning tool that boosts productivity and provides peace of mind. It combines powerful real-time captioning with advanced note-taking to ensure you'll never miss important information during lectures or meetings.
    Designed for individuals with disabilities and neurodiverse profiles, Caption.Ed helps capture and retain information effectively. Join Dr. Rich Purcell, Founder and Director, to see Caption.Ed in action and discover how learners are maximizing the value of their educational content.
  • Dolphin Computer Access: Deliver Flexible Reading Accommodations Efficiently to Diverse Students with EasyReader Premium
  • Presenter: Simon Kitchen, Chief Marketing Officer
    EasyReader Premium is an accessible reading service that helps your students with print disabilities - such as dyslexia, low vision, and blindness – read all of their educational materials in a way that's accessible to them. Students benefit from all their learning materials being available through a single platform. A direct connection to over a million accessible titles from Bookshare, as well as connections to Google Classroom and Microsoft Education, ensures students have timely access to required reading and other class work. Educators and administrators can use the simple online dashboard to manage student rosters, which makes it simple to deliver reading accommodations to any student in need, as well as monitor use and progress data. You’ll leave this session understanding that EasyReader Premium is affordable, secure, and simple to set up!

  • Tobii Dynavox: What's New with Tobii Dynavox?
  • Presenter: Patrick Brune, Senior Learning Consultant
    Are you a family member, SLP, Educator, or someone who uses Tobii Dynavox products directly? This "What's New" session aims to keep you in the loop on new releases and exciting updates with our products, including any hardware, software, and resources updated from Tobii Dynavox. We want to make sure you know how updates benefit you so you can start taking advantage of them right away!
  • PRC-Saltillo: Visual Supports for AAC Success? Challenge Accepted!
  • Presenter: Stefanie Olson, MS, CCC-SLP, LAMP Educator
    PRC-Saltillo's devices and apps are designed with features that can significantly improve overall AAC success for individuals with visual impairments. Explore device features like contrast adjustments, orientation options, keyguards, color modifications, and auditory feedback as well as modifications you can use like glare reduction and tactile enhancements. Understanding and utilizing these essential features on Accent®, NovaChat®, Via® with LAMP Words for Life® or TouchChat® apps make communication more accessible and enjoyable. Everyone wins!
  • SmartBox: Super Core and Motor Planning
  • Presenter: Alicia Alverson, Clinical Education Specialist
    This session will highlight the motor planning supports within Super Core, Smartbox's flagship core vocabulary page set within its Grid software. This session will touch on the research used in creating Super Core and the rationale behind its organization. We will also discuss where motor planning principles have been used, and customizations that can be made to additionally optimize Super Core for motor planning.
  • PRC-Saltillo: Voice Magic: Exploring Almagu and Personalized Voice Keeper Voices for PRC-Saltillo AAC Devices and Apps
  • Presenter: Jane Lindley, B.S., SLPA, Training and Implementation Specialist
    Your voice is a meaningful part of your AAC experience. Join us for a dynamic demonstration of the power of personalized and diverse synthesized voices to represent who you are - age, culture, and personality. Explore an assortment of voice options with Almagu and discover how easy it is to create your own custom voice from The Voice Keeper™. Don't miss this opportunity to further the magic of AAC by finding the just-right voice for you!
  • Attainment Company: Take Control with your iPad and GoTalk NOW
  • Presenters: Jon Karbo, BS, Director of Software Communication; Joni Nygard, MS, CCC-SLP, VP of AAC Resources and Services
    Control electrical appliances with GoTalk NOW and the iClick by Pretorian Technologies or the Apple Home Integration system. HomeKit lets people securely control connected accessories in their homes using Siri or the Home app on iPad and more. As time allows we will explore other novel features in GoTalk NOW.

  • OrCam Inc.: OrCam: An All-in-One Solution
  • Presenter: Corinne Nero, Senior Area Sales Manager
    OrCam will demonstrate the newest devices including the OrCam Read 3, the MyEye Pro 3 and the OrCam Read 5. Learn how the devices can be used portably to hear visual information aloud, interact with the AI Assistant or connect to a computer to use a smart magnifier.
  • HumanWare: Enhancing Accessibility: The Latest Innovations in the Explorē Magnifier Line
  • Presenter: David Bradburn, VP Global Sales
    Join us for a concise 15-minute virtual demonstration highlighting the latest advancements in the Explorē magnifier product line. We’ll cover key updates, including the introduction of USB-C charging for the Explorē 5, new software features in the Explorē 8 v1.3, and the addition of a versatile stand and kit option. Additionally, we’ll explore recent enhancements to the Explorē magnifier app for iOS and Android, designed to better support assistive technology providers in their work with students and clients with low vision.
  • Eschenbach Optik of America, Inc.: New Innovative Products for the Visually Impaired from Eschenbach
  • Presenter: Timothy Gels, Director of Marketing
    Eschenbach is a leading manufacturer of high quality magnification and vision-enhancing solutions for the visually impaired. In this presentation you'll learn about some of the company's newest products including our new ultra-thin 6x EasyPocket hand-held magnifier, the largest - and only - rectangular 6x magnifier on the market! Also, we'll review some of the key features of our popular portable video magnifiers including the 5-inch Smartlux Digital and 7- and 12-inch Visolux Digitals. Finally, we'll discuss a new product that we'll be launching in late September!
  • Brava Home, Inc.: Mastering Kitchen Independence: Brava's Innovations in Safe Cooking for AT Users
  • Presenter: Zac Selmon, Head of Product
    In the upcoming AT Demo Days for ATIA members, Brava introduces its innovative countertop Smart Oven that empowers assistive technology users with safer, more independent cooking experiences. Attendees will learn about Brava's patented light-based cooking technology, intuitive design, and the software that makes culinary tasks effortless for individuals with disabilities. The presentation will detail Brava's impact in Massachusetts, demonstrating its effectiveness and versatility. We will discuss our commitment to enhance accessibility through upcoming software updates, explore current and future use cases, address current product limitations, and outline our vision for future accessibility features. The session will conclude with an open call for partnerships to expand Brava's presence in lending libraries and to navigate the funding landscape together, inviting a collaborative approach to increase the quality of life for AT users.
  • Augmental: The MouthPad^ by Augmental: Tongue- & Head-based Control of Computers, Smartphones & More
  • Presenter: Corten Singer, Co-founder and President; Gabi Muñoz, Head of Business Development
    The MouthPad^ is a tongue-operated mouse that enables hands-free control of computers, tablets, and phones through tongue, mouth, and head-based gestures. During this presentation, we will highlight the key features of this innovative assistive technology, offer a live demo, and share successful customer stories, demonstrating how transformative this technology can be in our customers' lives.


* Schedule subject to change.

AT Demo Days do not offer CEUs.

Registration

To register, Click the " Add to Cart" button below and proceed to complete your free purchase. You will automatically be registered for all sessions.

Once registered, you can access the webinars and recordings!

  • Live webinars (taking place in September): When you click on "My Live Events" under your profile, the sessions will be listed here. You will also receive an email that will permit you to add each session to your personal calendar. We look forward to seeing you!
  • Recordings (available after each event takes place): Return to this page and the recordings will be available towards the bottom of the page.

Recordings will be available through March 31, 2025.