Wednesday April 26, 2023

AT-TIES TOGETHER CONFERENCE

All times listed are Pacific

8:00am-8:15am Welcome and Introductions

Debra Fitzgibbons, Coordinator

OTAP, Oregon Technology Access Program

and

RSOI, Regional and Statewide Services for Students with

Orthopedic Impairments

8:15am-9:45am Keynote Carol Allen

One Woman's Journey to Inspire the Love of Reading


Description:

Carol's keynote highlights her 35+ year journey as an educator. Carol believes that communication lies at the heart of all effective teaching. Join as Carol shares her passion and the power of story, with her trademark infusion of humor.

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10:00am-11:30am Breakout Sessions

But We’re Not Apple

Student Success through Universal Technology Supports

AEM in Transition Planning

The ABC’s of A daptive B ook C reations

Ruth McKee, ATP

and

Saaron Putnam, MS, TVI

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Using Audio and Video Supports in the Classroom

Competencies for Physical Therapists Working in Schools Part I

Dr. Susan K. Effgen, PT, PhD, FAPTA

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Reaching the Reluctant Reader with Terrific Tech Techniques

11:45PM-12:30PM

Round Table Discussions

Nancy Schuberg, Oregon OT Licensing Board

and

Sherri Paru, Oregon Board of Physical Therapy

and

Ely Sanders, ODE School Health


Grab your lunch and join the discussions with Nancy and Sherri, Directors of Oregon's OT and PT licensing boards, along with Ely Sanders, ODE School Health!

12:45pm-2:15pm Breakout Sessions

AT Assessment—Where Do I Start?

Crick Software: Reading and Writing Software for All Abilities

Toni Caggiano

US Sales Manager

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Crick Software


*A Live Virtual Vendor Session

Leveraging the AEM Center's Resources

Hands-on Maker with Go Baby Go SESSION CANCELED

Bethany Sloane, PT, DPT

Child Development & Rehabilitation Center

Go Baby Go

Oregon Health & Science University

Sesssion canceled

AT in Your Pocket: Using Your Smartphone for Independence and Success

Competencies for Physical Therapists Working in Schools Part II

Dr. Susan K. Effgen, PT, PhD, FAPTA

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Powerful Writing Interventions Using Inclusive Technologies

2:30pm-4:00pm Breakout Sessions

Bookshare: An Accessible Online Library

Lara Rondberg

Bookshare


*A Live Virtual Session

Examining and Selecting Assessment Tools that are Inclusive of Diverse Service Recipients

Katie O'Day, MOT, OTR/L

and

Sharon Gutman, Ph.D OTR/L FAOTA

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Hands-on Maker with Go Baby Go SESSION CANCELED

Bethany Sloane, PT, DPT

Child Development & Rehabilitation Center

Go Baby Go

Oregon Health & Science University

Session canceled

AI and AT: The Future is NOW!

Student Voice: Authenticity, Accessibility, Appreciation and Acceptance.

Accelerating Learning: Overcoming Executive Function Challenges

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OTAP&RSOI

1409 NE Diamond Lake Blvd, Suite 110

Roseburg, OR 97470