#ATchat Archive
#ATchat makes education and educational materials accessible to all students.
Wednesday May 3, 2017
8:00 PM EDT
KarenJan
- Moderator
May 3 @ 8:00 PM EDT
Hello and welcome to the May 3rd edition of
#ATchat
. We will have a fast-paced conversations with
@mmatp
and
@at_makers
tonight.
participatechat
May 3 @ 8:00 PM EDT
Participate in the upcoming
#ATchat
by sharing resources and collaborating at
https://t.co/LbdD5CgZib
lrdichiara
May 3 @ 8:00 PM EDT
That sounds fantastic! Would love to hear your takeaway!
#ATchat
In reply to @JudithSchoonov1, @KarenJan, @bcdtech, @EGraniero
KarenJan
- Moderator
May 3 @ 8:01 PM EDT
Please introduce yourself and share a favorite YouTube video that makes you laugh or inspires you.
#ATchat
mmatp
- Moderator
May 3 @ 8:01 PM EDT
Hey Now
#ATchat
Excited 4 tonight w/ guest mod
@at_makers
Getting in the spirit w/ throwback switch adapted watering fixture, circa 2000
wernedat
May 3 @ 8:01 PM EDT
Glad to be here after missing last week
#ATChat
#busiesttimeoftheyear
In reply to @KarenJan, @mmatp, @at_makers
at_makers
May 3 @ 8:01 PM EDT
This is Bill from Florida (currently in Indy) - This video reminds me why I do this:
https://t.co/cXG98J62Uq
@KarenJan
#atchat
In reply to @KarenJan
KarenJan
- Moderator
May 3 @ 8:02 PM EDT
One of my favorite videos is the Sady Apple Accessibility Video. Have you seen this one?
#ATchat
https://t.co/nRgWAZOm5x
KarenJan
- Moderator
May 3 @ 8:02 PM EDT
@wernedat
Great to see you all tonight! we will miss
@JudithSchoonov1
and crew
#ATchat
In reply to @lrdichiara, @JudithSchoonov1, @bcdtech, @EGraniero, @wernedat, @JudithSchoonov1
mmatp
- Moderator
May 3 @ 8:03 PM EDT
We will use the Q1, A1 format today. Don’t forget to include
#atchat
hashtag
at_makers
May 3 @ 8:03 PM EDT
Tonight we're discussing Unfunded AT: How we can support AT users who are not getting funded by Medicare/Medicaid/Insurance
#atchat
Warner_AT
May 3 @ 8:03 PM EDT
Lori Warner (Minnesota AT Consultant/OT) I have enjoyed watching youtube videos covering EF by Sarah Ward
#atchat
JessieJPyle
May 3 @ 8:03 PM EDT
Any kid president video can make my day! I'm Jessie a preservice T studying at Grove City College.
#atchat
mmatp
- Moderator
May 3 @ 8:03 PM EDT
Looking forward to
@at_makers
leading
#ATchat
tonight. He is gonna crush it
https://t.co/Epxbw6InMk
via
@GIPHY
lrdichiara
May 3 @ 8:03 PM EDT
Leslie, AT specialist from Wantagh, NY. This is my Inspiration YouTube video
https://t.co/bxjryOzcPL
#ATchat
at_makers
May 3 @ 8:04 PM EDT
Q1: AT was once creating and adapting solutions: now it's often recommending/funding products. What's the last AT you Made/Adapted?
#atchat
lrdichiara
May 3 @ 8:04 PM EDT
Leslie, AT specialist from Wantagh, NY. This is my inspirational YouTube video
https://t.co/bxjryOzcPL
…
#ATchat
KarenJan
- Moderator
May 3 @ 8:04 PM EDT
@warner_AT@JessieJPyle Welcome great to have you here tonight.
#ATchat
Warner_AT
May 3 @ 8:05 PM EDT
A1: Modified a joystick with collaboration from the Industrial Art teacher and their 3D printer!
#ATchat
KarenJan
- Moderator
May 3 @ 8:06 PM EDT
We made some fidget tools as giveaways at
#EdCampAccessMA
last month with 3D printers.
#ATchat
at_makers
May 3 @ 8:06 PM EDT
That's awesome
@Warner_AT
! Post some pictures!
#atchat
In reply to @Warner_AT
adaptechcf
May 3 @ 8:06 PM EDT
Joining late, Cheryl, AT Consultant from MA
#atchat
KarenJan
- Moderator
May 3 @ 8:07 PM EDT
Ooops. I should know better. That last response should be A1
#ATchat
bcdtech
May 3 @ 8:07 PM EDT
Hello from western Mass. ITS at elem school.
#ATchat
wernedat
May 3 @ 8:07 PM EDT
A1: new holders for a student's set up cords and cables with Sugru
#ATChat
In reply to @at_makers
mmatp
- Moderator
May 3 @ 8:07 PM EDT
A1: Check out low tech projects from my pre-service Ts AT/UDL class:
https://t.co/5qZ0d26tM9
#ATchat
lrdichiara
May 3 @ 8:07 PM EDT
I've watched it a dozen times and I still get the same feeling each time!
#ATchat
In reply to @adaptechcf
KarenJan
- Moderator
May 3 @ 8:07 PM EDT
@bcdtech
@adaptechcf
Great to see AsTechers from Simmons in the house!
#ATchat
Warner_AT
May 3 @ 8:08 PM EDT
A1:I also had a request from the 18-21 team to modify a lever for a student with Rhetts that needed to open a container for a job.
#ATchat
wernedat
May 3 @ 8:08 PM EDT
A1: I am LUSTING after my own 3D Printer
#ATchat
#PublicSchoolSalary
KarenJan
- Moderator
May 3 @ 8:08 PM EDT
How would you use it?
#ATchat
In reply to @wernedat
wernedat
May 3 @ 8:08 PM EDT
A1: I am LUSTING after my own 3D Printer
#ATchat
#PublicSchoolSalary
at_makers
May 3 @ 8:08 PM EDT
If you don't have a 3D Printer, go introduce yourself to the STEM/Robotics club at your High School!
#atchat
JudithSchoonov1
May 3 @ 8:09 PM EDT
@thetechflash2
discussing UDL& accessibility & sharing how AT often looks at these approaches & asks, where are the holes?
#lcps17
#ATchat
AssignmentHelpN
May 3 @ 8:10 PM EDT
#atchat
#AVIDchat
#csk8
#ctedlead
#currichat
#EdBeat
#2ndchat
9 Points Professors Look for in a Term Paper
https://t.co/TIlvLrRta3
massignmenthelp
May 3 @ 8:10 PM EDT
#atchat
#AVIDchat
#csk8
#ctedlead
#currichat
#EdBeat
#edubkcl
#2ndchat
Tips for Learning Mathematics to Students
https://t.co/4jSNAvgzTZ
Warner_AT
May 3 @ 8:10 PM EDT
I have been finding the Industrial Arts teachers at the middle school & HS very willing to assist!
#ATchat
at_makers
May 3 @ 8:10 PM EDT
@karenjan
we might learn more about 3D Printing use in Q4 ;-)
#atchat
wernedat
May 3 @ 8:10 PM EDT
A1: Dangit 140character limit-eyegaze camera mounts, switches and mounts, fidgets, personalized pencil grips, and...more
#ATChat
In reply to @KarenJan
at_makers
May 3 @ 8:11 PM EDT
Sending Q2 in about one minute (just a heads up! :-)
#atchat
mmatp
- Moderator
May 3 @ 8:11 PM EDT
A1: PVC iPads stands w/ our Western MA DESE group in Nov. Good stuff right
@bcdtech
@JenniferSavedge
#Atchat
Warner_AT
May 3 @ 8:11 PM EDT
A1: Does Duct Tape count as an acceptable modification :-P
#ATchat
at_makers
May 3 @ 8:12 PM EDT
That depends on how you use it :-)
@Warner_AT
#atchat
In reply to @Warner_AT
mmatp
- Moderator
May 3 @ 8:12 PM EDT
YES!!! Duct tape is the right answer for ANYTHING
#ATchat
Warner_AT
May 3 @ 8:11 PM EDT
A1: Does Duct Tape count as an acceptable modification :-P
#ATchat
ERobHurley
May 3 @ 8:12 PM EDT
Hello everyone in the
#ATchat
...
mmatp
- Moderator
May 3 @ 8:13 PM EDT
Hey Rob! Good to see you here
#Atchat
In reply to @ERobHurley
at_makers
May 3 @ 8:13 PM EDT
Q2: Other than CMS, insurance and the school district, how have you acquired or created AT Solutions?
#atchat
KarenJan
- Moderator
May 3 @ 8:14 PM EDT
Great low-tech ideas MIke!
#ATchat
In reply to @mmatp
mmatp
- Moderator
May 3 @ 8:07 PM EDT
A1: Check out low tech projects from my pre-service Ts AT/UDL class:
https://t.co/5qZ0d26tM9
#ATchat
CSC_LATI
May 3 @ 8:14 PM EDT
A1 3D print mount plateing and t-grip for makers
#atchat
possbeth
May 3 @ 8:14 PM EDT
Me too! Don't find them in too many elementary schools
#atchat
In reply to @wernedat
Warner_AT
May 3 @ 8:14 PM EDT
A2: I first look for in house solutions and then work my way out
#ATchat
mmatp
- Moderator
May 3 @ 8:14 PM EDT
A2: Some state level AT programs may be able to create AT solutions under grant funding. Check w/ dis. orgs in your state
#ATchat
possbeth
May 3 @ 8:15 PM EDT
A1 I make loads of low tech visual supports!
#ATchat
mmatp
- Moderator
May 3 @ 8:16 PM EDT
Did you know
#ATchat
has a
@voxer
group too? Check out
https://t.co/4NWoxLzrWg
to sign up
lrdichiara
May 3 @ 8:16 PM EDT
We acquired two this year and it's been fun to see them in use! Would love to find an AT use for them too!
#ATchat
In reply to @possbeth, @wernedat
mmatp
- Moderator
May 3 @ 8:16 PM EDT
Nice share Elisa! I have this PDF and love it. Great PVC ideas. Thx for sharing it w/ the group
#ATchat
wernedat
May 3 @ 8:14 PM EDT
PVC might be old school, but...sooooo good -
https://t.co/OYzsg5J1Xu
In reply to @mmatp, @bcdtech, @JenniferSavedge
at_makers
May 3 @ 8:16 PM EDT
A2: I'm in
@cyborg55
's house and he's built his own AT for over 60 years ;-)
#atchat
JudithSchoonov1
May 3 @ 8:16 PM EDT
Right? Says me multi-tasking. That duct tape or paper clips & Velcro may be the first step in an individualized solution that works
#ATchat
In reply to @mmatp
EduGladiators
May 3 @ 8:17 PM EDT
🏊🏽SATURDAY
#EduGladiators
dives into Leadership w/Dunk Tank's
@RebeccaCoda
@RickJetter
#FLedChat
#ATchat
#EarlyLang
#XPLAP
#miched
#CPCchat
wernedat
May 3 @ 8:17 PM EDT
A2: grants, Elks Clubs and the like, partnering with Gigi's House (Down Syndrome) or CARD (Autism) here in FL
#ATChat
In reply to @at_makers
lrdichiara
May 3 @ 8:17 PM EDT
A2: Private insurance is an option too.
#ATchat
Warner_AT
May 3 @ 8:17 PM EDT
In MN I want to trial equipment to see if it works.We have a state AT library(STAR) & my district also accesses PACER Tech Library
#ATchat
ERobHurley
May 3 @ 8:17 PM EDT
Hello Mike...
#ATchat
possbeth
May 3 @ 8:17 PM EDT
A2 I spent last week with
@ThereseWillkomm
who does amazing things with election signs!
#ATchat
at_makers
May 3 @ 8:17 PM EDT
A2: Don't forget to reach out to the local Makerspaces in your area - they can help you build what you need.
#atchat
mmatp
- Moderator
May 3 @ 8:17 PM EDT
Me too! It is setup in my office to support my tablet.
#ATchat
KelbRiechers
May 3 @ 8:17 PM EDT
Use mine daily!
In reply to @mmatp, @bcdtech, @JenniferSavedge
at_makers
May 3 @ 8:18 PM EDT
I forgot about GiGi's house! They wanted to partner with
@lessonPix
! Thanks for the reminder!
@wernedat
@at_makers
#atchat
In reply to @lessonpix, @wernedat, @at_makers
KarenJan
- Moderator
May 3 @ 8:18 PM EDT
Therese Wilkomm is the Queen of low-tech DIY AT.
https://t.co/0O5x7283gU
#ATchat
possbeth
May 3 @ 8:19 PM EDT
Hoping to be in a school with a Makersoace next year
#atchat
In reply to @at_makers
at_makers
May 3 @ 8:19 PM EDT
A2: In Florida the FAAST has 7 regional centers
#atchat
Warner_AT
May 3 @ 8:19 PM EDT
I second the connection with MAKERSPACES. They are wanting projects like ours to problem solve and create
#ATchat
rainwillox
May 3 @ 8:19 PM EDT
#ATchat
joining a little late l. Glad to be learning with you
wernedat
May 3 @ 8:19 PM EDT
It's from our state lending library in its former likeness - ATEN is now AT-UDL
#ATChat
- might need updating, but is still so good!
In reply to @mmatp
adaptechcf
May 3 @ 8:19 PM EDT
I think this book will be my Mother's Day gift to myself.
#ATchat
In reply to @KarenJan
JudithSchoonov1
May 3 @ 8:20 PM EDT
Or your middle & high school service clubs or Eagle Scout projects
#ATchat
In reply to @at_makers
at_makers
May 3 @ 8:20 PM EDT
A2:
@FacturLabs
in Orlando's a great Makerspace that will work with you on AT
#atchat
CSC_LATI
May 3 @ 8:21 PM EDT
Made t-grasp for s's who like color and smoothness of markers but can't hold
#atchat
CSC_LATI
Nov 4 @ 11:48 AM EDT
New and improved
#3Dprinting
t-grasp
#atchat
#OccupationalTherapy
#spedchat
at_makers
May 3 @ 8:22 PM EDT
Not quite A2: but a resource you might all enjoy on the Maker side:
https://t.co/dFoINClMvm
#atchat
Warner_AT
May 3 @ 8:22 PM EDT
Some of my "best" creations have been when I have walked around the large hardware stores (i.e. Lowes, Home Depot, Menards)
#ATchat
at_makers
May 3 @ 8:22 PM EDT
Get ready - Q3 in just one minute (prepare to vent!)
#atchat
at_makers
May 3 @ 8:24 PM EDT
Q3 What happens when/if funding is denied? Has this happened to your clients? Share your best and worst outcomes!
#atchat
TrynSlp
May 3 @ 8:25 PM EDT
And Alex Truesdell, IMO!
#ATChat
In reply to @KarenJan
lrdichiara
May 3 @ 8:25 PM EDT
A3: I am thankful I have not been faced with this as my district is extremely supportive and sees the value AT brings to the Ss
#ATchat
at_makers
May 3 @ 8:25 PM EDT
Come to
https://t.co/OAfz4C3E03
or our Facebook group and ask! There are also makerspace directories for most states (we'll help!)
#atchat
In reply to @adaptechcf
KarenJan
- Moderator
May 3 @ 8:26 PM EDT
A3 My experience is often the AT Services are denied. The team says, great ideas to the AT recommendations & then nothing is done
#ATchat
wernedat
May 3 @ 8:26 PM EDT
A3: resubmit; answering every single question multiple ways and submit video with heart-moving music in the background :)
#ATChat
In reply to @at_makers
JudithSchoonov1
May 3 @ 8:26 PM EDT
A2: This is what our middle school AT Maker Club has done-
https://t.co/x57dglvfv1
#ATchat
In reply to @at_makers
Warner_AT
May 3 @ 8:26 PM EDT
A3 Fortunate!Zero denials thus far (10+ years) I make sure to trial before requesting, demo consideration of low cost options,& data
#ATchat
at_makers
May 3 @ 8:27 PM EDT
A3
@karenjan
that counts to me as denial: we had a 4th grader waiting 3 years for a device (after recommendation) down here!
#atchat
mmatp
- Moderator
May 3 @ 8:27 PM EDT
A3: I have had same experience
@KarenJan
mentioned. District buys AT but won't provide training.
#frustrating
#ATchat
lrdichiara
May 3 @ 8:27 PM EDT
From your experience why do you find that happens?
#ATchat
In reply to @KarenJan
at_makers
May 3 @ 8:27 PM EDT
Yes, and Beg.
@wernedat
@at_makers
#atchat
In reply to @wernedat, @at_makers
mmatp
- Moderator
May 3 @ 8:28 PM EDT
Want to catch up on a previous
#ATchat
Check out
https://t.co/UHrLF6OH4R
for links to every Storify from 2016/17. Enjoy!
CSC_LATI
May 3 @ 8:28 PM EDT
A3 we loan out items for districts to try from our library and have Ts document like crazy, most cases approved
#atchat
Warner_AT
May 3 @ 8:28 PM EDT
A3:Implementation is often more challenging than acquisition of tools!
#ATchat
KarenJan
- Moderator
May 3 @ 8:28 PM EDT
Many reasons - no one takes responsibility, fear, concern about time demands, unfamiliarity, prefer S remains dependent etc.
#ATchat
lrdichiara
May 3 @ 8:27 PM EDT
From your experience why do you find that happens?
#ATchat
In reply to @KarenJan
at_makers
May 3 @ 8:29 PM EDT
A3: Given the (ridiculous) cost of the tools, shouldn't the service/delivery be included? What is this a challenge?
#atchat
lrdichiara
May 3 @ 8:29 PM EDT
There in lies the biggest problem...The eval&feature matching 4 AT selection is for nothing if there isn't enough training provided
#ATchat
In reply to @mmatp, @KarenJan
mmatp
- Moderator
May 3 @ 8:30 PM EDT
exactly. AT implementation is about the AT device AND service.
#ATchat
In reply to @lrdichiara, @KarenJan
rainwillox
May 3 @ 8:30 PM EDT
#ATchat
ON, CDA we have 2 funding lines accessible for AT. Caught when Ss r moving beyond ADP funding & in2 SEA. They don't fit in either
KarenJan
- Moderator
May 3 @ 8:30 PM EDT
That's why I use SETT + TT = Student, Environment, Tasks, Tools + Training and Trials.
#ATchat
In reply to @lrdichiara, @mmatp
lrdichiara
May 3 @ 8:29 PM EDT
There in lies the biggest problem...The eval&feature matching 4 AT selection is for nothing if there isn't enough training provided
#ATchat
In reply to @mmatp, @KarenJan
rziolkowski
May 3 @ 8:30 PM EDT
#atchat
Hi everyone. Late tonight! It's Ruth from
@DonJohnstonInc
lrdichiara
May 3 @ 8:30 PM EDT
AGREED!!! I need to clone myself to be present as much as needed!
#cana3dprinterdothat
#ATchat
In reply to @Warner_AT
CSC_LATI
May 3 @ 8:30 PM EDT
A lot is having to learn something new. I think fear is biggest problem
#atchat
KarenJan
- Moderator
May 3 @ 8:28 PM EDT
Many reasons - no one takes responsibility, fear, concern about time demands, unfamiliarity, prefer S remains dependent etc.
#ATchat
lrdichiara
May 3 @ 8:27 PM EDT
From your experience why do you find that happens?
#ATchat
In reply to @KarenJan
mmatp
- Moderator
May 3 @ 8:31 PM EDT
hey Ruth! Glad you are here
#ATchat
In reply to @rziolkowski, @DonJohnstonInc
at_makers
May 3 @ 8:31 PM EDT
Ok, back to more fun stuff - new Q in one minute!
#atchat
Warner_AT
May 3 @ 8:31 PM EDT
LOVE this SETT + TT model.
#ATchat
KarenJan
- Moderator
May 3 @ 8:31 PM EDT
Great to see you tonight! Welcome!
#ATchat
(Can't wait to learn more about Readtopia)
#ATchat
In reply to @rziolkowski, @DonJohnstonInc
lrdichiara
May 3 @ 8:32 PM EDT
I've seen the same. Helps I'm in district so I can have on going follow ups to keep accountability on all ends!
#ATchat
In reply to @KarenJan
at_makers
May 3 @ 8:32 PM EDT
Q4: How have you used new techniques like 3D Printing, InstaMorph and Sugru to create truly custom AT solutions?
#atchat
KarenJan
- Moderator
May 3 @ 8:33 PM EDT
A4 - I haven't. What am I missing? This is so intriguing.
#ATchat
In reply to @at_makers
at_makers
May 3 @ 8:32 PM EDT
Q4: How have you used new techniques like 3D Printing, InstaMorph and Sugru to create truly custom AT solutions?
#atchat
lrdichiara
May 3 @ 8:33 PM EDT
Love that! The training has to be ongoing....S needs change&so does the curriculum. What works for 1 subject may not for another!
#ATchat
In reply to @mmatp, @KarenJan
adaptechcf
May 3 @ 8:33 PM EDT
These are all new to me....this may be my new summer PD
#ATchat
In reply to @at_makers
mmatp
- Moderator
May 3 @ 8:33 PM EDT
A4: I haven't use any of those things. I am very intrigued. Plus I will be getting a 3D printer soon
#ATchat
at_makers
May 3 @ 8:34 PM EDT
A4: InstaMorph is basically hand-molded 3D Printed-style plastic parts (it's magic)
#atchat
mmatp
- Moderator
May 3 @ 8:34 PM EDT
Keep the convo going. Join our
#ATchat
Facebook group.
https://t.co/Ab65dJGMNY
at_makers
May 3 @ 8:34 PM EDT
A4: Sugru is similar but bade of non-toxic silicon-ish stuff. It takes longer to cure, but is soft and squishy
#atchat
Warner_AT
May 3 @ 8:34 PM EDT
A4. S needed Joystick handle modi to produce a different thumb motion.Worked w/Ind. Tech teacher & created a form fit collar
#ATchat
at_makers
May 3 @ 8:35 PM EDT
A4: I've had requests for a "new low-tech tools" video - is there demand for that?
#atchat
mmatp
- Moderator
May 3 @ 8:35 PM EDT
A4: I have used Sculpty clay in the past to hand form AT devices.
#ATchat
Sounds similar to Sugru
KarenJan
- Moderator
May 3 @ 8:35 PM EDT
Yes!!!!!!
#atchat
In reply to @at_makers
at_makers
May 3 @ 8:35 PM EDT
A4: I've had requests for a "new low-tech tools" video - is there demand for that?
#atchat
CSC_LATI
May 3 @ 8:36 PM EDT
A4 broken mounting plate fixed, keygaurds for specific apps, wheelchair tube clamps, adapting forks/soons w/ rightangle holder
#atchat
mshanot2000
May 3 @ 8:36 PM EDT
#atchat
DIY Stylus and a Mirror Bix for therapy
In reply to @at_makers
Warner_AT
May 3 @ 8:36 PM EDT
A4: I have also had wood pieces created using a CNC machine :-)
#ATchat
KarenJan
- Moderator
May 3 @ 8:36 PM EDT
Do you have a link?
#atchat
In reply to @rziolkowski, @lrdichiara, @mmatp
Warner_AT
May 3 @ 8:36 PM EDT
A4: I think the demand for the low tech is on the rise. Users want highly dependable options
#ATchat
at_makers
May 3 @ 8:37 PM EDT
Let's keep Q4 going for a second - I love the ideas!
#atchat
CSC_LATI
May 3 @ 8:37 PM EDT
A4 with stuff like tinkercad it's easier than most think, certainly more than my center thought
#atchat
bcdtech
May 3 @ 8:37 PM EDT
I like Sugru- just googled Instamorph. Does it have a longer shelf life than sugru?
#ATchat
In reply to @KarenJan, @at_makers
mmatp
- Moderator
May 3 @ 8:37 PM EDT
Would really like to review / share with teams
#ATchat
In reply to @KarenJan, @rziolkowski, @lrdichiara
VickiBostonSLP
May 3 @ 8:37 PM EDT
what did you use to make the keyguards?
#ATchat
In reply to @CSC_LATI
at_makers
May 3 @ 8:38 PM EDT
A4: Also the best CAD program out there (Fusion 360 from AutoDesk) is 100% free for uses like this (non-profit/startup/education/AT)
#atchat
at_makers
May 3 @ 8:39 PM EDT
Yes, You need to boil it though - but it will last forever before & after melting & molding
@bcdtech
@KarenJan
@at_makers
#atchat
In reply to @bcdtech, @KarenJan, @at_makers
bcdtech
May 3 @ 8:39 PM EDT
I recently watched 1st graders using Tindercad for geometry lesson- printed on 3D printer afterwards. I was amazed!
#ATchat
In reply to @CSC_LATI
rziolkowski
May 3 @ 8:39 PM EDT
#atchat
We are super proud of Readtopia-there are many firsts
@DonJohnstonInc
In reply to @KarenJan, @DonJohnstonInc, @DonJohnstonInc
bcdtech
May 3 @ 8:39 PM EDT
sorry Tinkercad
#ATchat
In reply to @CSC_LATI
at_makers
May 3 @ 8:39 PM EDT
Time to move to Q5 (one minute) - you might recognize the question :-)
#atchat
mshanot2000
May 3 @ 8:39 PM EDT
#atchat
Sounds great! Here's a handout about low tech I've had floating around for awhile 😉
https://t.co/MKDs73JWhI
In reply to @at_makers
mmatp
- Moderator
May 3 @ 8:40 PM EDT
I will make you something when I get it!!
#ATchat
In reply to @wernedat
at_makers
May 3 @ 8:40 PM EDT
Q5: Have you partnered with any STEM/Robotics/Maker groups to help make and adapt solutions? Share your successes/challenges!
#atchat
CSC_LATI
May 3 @ 8:40 PM EDT
I was trying hard stuff like blender then saw the same with tinkercad and kids then never looked back
#atchat
In reply to @bcdtech
VickiBostonSLP
May 3 @ 8:41 PM EDT
I had
@ALSAssistiveTec
skype into class & she called it "rapid access" i/o "low tech" & had more clients wanting to use
#ATchat
In reply to @at_makers, @ALSAssistiveTec
at_makers
May 3 @ 8:41 PM EDT
A5: Yes, that was a ringer question - if you haven't, join us on the Facebook Group & we will help
https://t.co/6i4pYPwaa6
#atchat
JudithSchoonov1
May 3 @ 8:42 PM EDT
A3: Boo! What happened to AT as a device AND a service?
#ATchat
In reply to @mmatp, @KarenJan
Warner_AT
May 3 @ 8:42 PM EDT
A5:Industrial Tech class collaborating with SpEd on building Fidgets :-)
#atchat
mmatp
- Moderator
May 3 @ 8:42 PM EDT
A5: Can't wait to get this going w/ my other job at
@atacnj
Will be bringing AT to NJ Makers
#ATchat
at_makers
May 3 @ 8:43 PM EDT
A5: Can't wait to help you with that!
@mmatp
@atacnj
#atchat
In reply to @mmatp, @atacnj
mmatp
- Moderator
May 3 @ 8:43 PM EDT
Exactly! People forget that it isn't all about the stuff. Device w/o service is destined to fail
#truth
#ATchat
In reply to @JudithSchoonov1, @KarenJan
wernedat
May 3 @ 8:43 PM EDT
A4: OOPS
#ATChat
love love instamorph and sugru - this is my latest best "kit" of sugru -
https://t.co/T38KhMjWhK
#theyhadmeatREBEL
mmatp
- Moderator
May 3 @ 8:43 PM EDT
I am counting on it!
#Atchat
#AT4NJ
at_makers
May 3 @ 8:43 PM EDT
A5: Can't wait to help you with that!
@mmatp
@atacnj
#atchat
In reply to @mmatp, @atacnj
mshanot2000
May 3 @ 8:43 PM EDT
#atchat
Joining in for first chat! Been joining
#OTalk2Us
so now need to keep up with you all! Hello from Molly Shannon, OT/ATP
mmatp
- Moderator
May 3 @ 8:44 PM EDT
Hello Molly! So glad you have joined us tonight. Looking forward to hearing your insights
#Atchat
In reply to @mshanot2000
at_makers
May 3 @ 8:44 PM EDT
Welcome Molly!
@mshanot2000
#atchat
In reply to @mshanot2000
Warner_AT
May 3 @ 8:44 PM EDT
A5: Just joined your facebook group! Looks FANTASTIC!
#ATchat
mmatp
- Moderator
May 3 @ 8:46 PM EDT
See how much fun
@at_makers
had! We are looking for people to moderate
#ATchat
Have a topic idea? Fill out the form:
https://t.co/wUQEjDPamL
at_makers
May 3 @ 8:46 PM EDT
A5: We've had HS Students automate home (Alexa/IFTTT/Nest), do GoBabyGo cars, adapt toys, make Wii Nunchuk Mice... it's amazing!
#atchat
mshanot2000
May 3 @ 8:46 PM EDT
#atchat
At AOTA conf the Makers presentation was FULL as well as overflow so lots of interest! Glad to see as an older OT/ATP 😜
In reply to @mmatp
at_makers
May 3 @ 8:46 PM EDT
It was easier that I expected (but I had great co-moderators :-)
@karenjan
@mmatp
@at_makers
#atchat
In reply to @KarenJan, @mmatp, @at_makers
VickiBostonSLP
May 3 @ 8:47 PM EDT
totally just one-clicked on that!
#AllAboutTheRebel
#ATchat
In reply to @wernedat
mmatp
- Moderator
May 3 @ 8:47 PM EDT
You are doing a fantastic job! It is fun to moderate
#Atchat
Just point the group in the right direction and get out of the way :)
In reply to @at_makers, @KarenJan
mshanot2000
May 3 @ 8:47 PM EDT
#Atchat
Love the advance notice of questions! Smart!
In reply to @at_makers, @KarenJan, @mmatp
at_makers
May 3 @ 8:48 PM EDT
Speaking of that: 1 minute warning on Q6!
#atchat
mmatp
- Moderator
May 3 @ 8:48 PM EDT
Fits nicely w/ our topic tonight
#ATchat
HenleyTechEd
May 2 @ 8:04 PM EDT
Newest evolution of
@henleyhornets
drawing robot: Button controls draw/not.
@pammoran
@irasocol
@ArduinoEdu
#acps
JudithSchoonov1
May 3 @ 8:48 PM EDT
And here's a bit.ly to our Adapted Repurposed Tool (ART) kits:
https://t.co/wLZAIUS1Vt
#ATchat
In reply to @mshanot2000, @at_makers
KarenJan
- Moderator
May 3 @ 8:48 PM EDT
I try to create a Smore and post it in advance. Didn't have a chance tonight.
#ATchat
In reply to @mshanot2000, @at_makers, @mmatp
mshanot2000
May 3 @ 8:47 PM EDT
#Atchat
Love the advance notice of questions! Smart!
In reply to @at_makers, @KarenJan, @mmatp
at_makers
May 3 @ 8:49 PM EDT
Q6: Several Vendors are now releasing speech devices and apps targeting the unfunded AT market--have you tried any? Will you?
#atchat
mshanot2000
May 3 @ 8:49 PM EDT
#ATchat
Hey Judy!! 💜💜
In reply to @JudithSchoonov1, @at_makers
at_makers
May 3 @ 8:49 PM EDT
A6: Example
@TobiiDynavox
released their Indi device for $1K MSRP w/service&support a la carte. Thoughts?
https://t.co/oR0FOy9ZPQ
#ATChat
at_makers
May 3 @ 8:49 PM EDT
A6: An AAC App for Unfunded users is
@CoughDropAAC
- it's a $7/mo subscription and runs on any device
https://t.co/RqAhfXrfLN
#atchat
mmatp
- Moderator
May 3 @ 8:50 PM EDT
Thx for this. Now I won't get any work done tomorrow!
#ATchat
In reply to @JudithSchoonov1, @mshanot2000, @at_makers
mshanot2000
May 3 @ 8:50 PM EDT
#ATchat
Amazing! Thx Judy! Looks like lots of great info. 👏👏
In reply to @JudithSchoonov1, @at_makers
KarenJan
- Moderator
May 3 @ 8:50 PM EDT
This is such a great topic
@at_makers
.Thanks for asking this questions. I'm thinking about some new areas I need to learn more about
#ATchat
mmatp
- Moderator
May 3 @ 8:51 PM EDT
Need to educate teams on importance of services. Share successes to model good implementation
#ATchat
In reply to @McKain4AT, @KarenJan
lessonpix
May 3 @ 8:51 PM EDT
A6: FYI, you can use all of our original symbols in
@coughdropaac
#atchat
In reply to @at_makers, @CoughDropAAC, @CoughDropAAC
mshanot2000
May 3 @ 8:52 PM EDT
#ATchat
Judy here is my blog, not fancy but learning
https://t.co/ehyqiuIQM4
In reply to @JudithSchoonov1, @at_makers
Warner_AT
May 3 @ 8:52 PM EDT
A7: I have found that the BIG SPD companies are following the iPad apps in their design and use. Anyone else???
#ATchat
mshanot2000
May 3 @ 8:53 PM EDT
#ATchat
So true!
In reply to @JudithSchoonov1, @mmatp, @KarenJan
at_makers
May 3 @ 8:53 PM EDT
Reminder: Q6: Vendors are now releasing speech devices and apps targeting the unfunded AT market--have you tried any? Will you?
#atchat
mshanot2000
May 3 @ 8:53 PM EDT
#ATchat
Otherwise sits on the shelf or in the closet 😳
In reply to @mmatp, @lrdichiara, @KarenJan
VickiBostonSLP
May 3 @ 8:54 PM EDT
A6: love
@CoughDropAAC
especially the cross platform aspect & flexible payment options have been perfect for some families
#atchat
Warner_AT
May 3 @ 8:54 PM EDT
A6: The New Indi (TobiiDynavox) has features I find in AVAZ
#ATchat
at_makers
May 3 @ 8:55 PM EDT
I think
@CoughDropAAC
is rapidly becoming a great option - their offline update & fantastic metrics are great!@VickiBostonSLP
#atchat
at_makers
May 3 @ 8:55 PM EDT
One minute to the (final) Q7!
#atchat
wernedat
May 3 @ 8:55 PM EDT
A6: love
#coughdrop
bc of what it symbolizes (pun intended) open-source AT is where true collaboration lives
#atchat
Warner_AT
May 3 @ 8:56 PM EDT
A6:When considering SGD you must look at features & finding better features that some of my students need on the iPad/Android Apps
#ATchat
lrdichiara
May 3 @ 8:56 PM EDT
The rate of device abandonment is high when the level of training and support is low.
#ATchat
In reply to @mshanot2000, @mmatp, @KarenJan
CSC_LATI
May 3 @ 8:56 PM EDT
Unless s's need it mounted or switch access then aac apps on tablets are just as good if configured right. Saves thousands.
#atchat
In reply to @at_makers
VickiBostonSLP
May 3 @ 8:56 PM EDT
I'm still not sure there's a market for unfunded devices where I work but maybe the adult population? Reserving judgment for now
#atchat
mshanot2000
May 3 @ 8:56 PM EDT
#ATchat
@JudithSchoonov1
My survey for AT writing supports found some good and sad results! Link to results:
https://t.co/kO1AyzCXYI
In reply to @McKain4AT, @mmatp, @KarenJan, @JudithSchoonov1
lrdichiara
May 3 @ 8:56 PM EDT
Absolutely!
@CoughDropAAC
is a fantastic tool for many families.
#ATchat
In reply to @at_makers, @CoughDropAAC, @CoughDropAAC
mmatp
- Moderator
May 3 @ 8:57 PM EDT
Did you miss something tonight? Don’t worry-we will post the Storify from tonight’s
#ATchat
tomorrow morning
wernedat
May 3 @ 8:57 PM EDT
And...the data it gives (including being able to separate modeling from Ss use)!
#ATChat
...
#mindblown
at_makers
May 3 @ 8:57 PM EDT
Q7: Build your wish list! What AT solutions are missing from the marketplace: what should Makers build next?
#atchat
mshanot2000
May 3 @ 8:57 PM EDT
#ATchat
Oh goodness! Novice here. I keep saying I'm a baby blogger and folks get the wrong idea, ha! 😆
In reply to @lrdichiara, @JudithSchoonov1, @at_makers
mmatp
- Moderator
May 3 @ 8:58 PM EDT
Make sure to follow everyone from today’s
#atchat
Let’s continue to learn and share!
VickiBostonSLP
May 3 @ 8:58 PM EDT
yes- couldn't fit the data collection into the other tweet but that's what tipped 1 mom!
#ATchat
In reply to @at_makers, @CoughDropAAC
mshanot2000
May 3 @ 8:58 PM EDT
#ATchat
Post your blog so I can follow please
In reply to @lrdichiara, @JudithSchoonov1, @at_makers
KarenJan
- Moderator
May 3 @ 8:58 PM EDT
Fantastic conversation tonight. Tackled topics we've never discussed before. Thank you
@at_makers
! You are changing the field!
#ATchat
mmatp
- Moderator
May 3 @ 8:58 PM EDT
A7: Good solid mounts for mobile devices
#Atchat
at_makers
May 3 @ 8:58 PM EDT
A7: Sub-$500 Eye Gaze device including monitor, PC, camera & AAC software
#itsPossible
#workingOnIt
#atchat
lrdichiara
May 3 @ 8:59 PM EDT
https://t.co/LqBeLFrbb9
#ATchat
In reply to @mshanot2000, @JudithSchoonov1, @at_makers
at_makers
May 3 @ 8:59 PM EDT
We can do that,
@mmatp
- post it to the Facebook Group!
#atchat
In reply to @mmatp
mmatp
- Moderator
May 3 @ 8:59 PM EDT
I like the sounds of this
#ATchat
at_makers
May 3 @ 8:58 PM EDT
A7: Sub-$500 Eye Gaze device including monitor, PC, camera & AAC software
#itsPossible
#workingOnIt
#atchat
VickiBostonSLP
May 3 @ 8:59 PM EDT
and families are already familiar with an iPad or android device so it's an easier adjustment.
#ATchat
In reply to @Warner_AT
CSC_LATI
May 3 @ 8:59 PM EDT
A6 I compare vendor and most aac apps here
#atchat
https://t.co/4kibAHskIb
