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August Follow-On Training Events
In honor of our Grand Opening, we offer the following opportunities for more in-depth training
on various aspects of the items on display in our new Learning Center this month. You can
register on-line at our website www.matcoop.org/training/htm or call 410-381-2667 for
registration assistance. Special Grand Opening rates are just $29 per session. These trainings are designed as introductory overviews and are ideal for individuals with
disabilities, their families, employers, and service providers. A.T. IN THE WORKPLACE: TOOLS TO ACCOMMODATE EMPLOYEES WITH DISABILITIES Tuesday, August 12 th 1:30 to 3:30 pm Denise Barton Schuler, MS, ATP Assistive Technology Specialist; Maryland TAP: Maryland Department of Disabilities
This presentation helps businesses and employees understand how simple accommodations can
support staff and maintain productivity while demonstrating how these accommodations can
provide outreach to loyal and hard-working employees. It will give low- to high-tech examples of
accommodations for someone with vision, hearing, physical and cognitive disabilities and how the
technology can help with various work tasks. There will also be a hands-on, interactive
component.


WHAT ARE THE OPTIONS WHEN YOU CANT SPEAK? Tuesday, August 19 th 9:30 to 11:30 am Margaret (Peggy) Murphy, MS, CCC-SLP Assistive Technology Specialist; Maryland TAP: Maryland Department of Disabilities Diana Jurist, Program Associate, AT:LAST, Inc.
This session will provide an overview of the vast array of augmentative communication/speech
generating devices on the market today. Participants will learn the important distinctions between
static and dynamic displays, digital vs. synthesized voices, and integrated vs. stand alone
devices. The continuum of low-tech, mid-tech, and high-tech devices will be highlighted.
Attendees will leave with a solid understanding of the different categories of devices and the
populations they serve.


MAKING YOUR COMPUTER MORE ACCESSIBLE WITH BUILT IN FEATURES Tuesday, August 19 th 1:30 to 3:30 pm Christina Schindler, MS Assistive Technology Specialist; AT:LAST, Inc.
Did you know that built directly in your PC and Mac computers are multiple tools to help support
people with disabilities? Come uncover these hidden tools and see how they can support people
with a range of disabilities from vision impairments to hearing loss to learning disabilities. You're
guaranteed to leave with new tricks to implement immediately . . . with software you already own!
Turn the page over for more sessions ALTERNATIVE ACCESS TO COMPUTERS Wednesday, August 20 th 1:30 to 3:30 pm Denise Barton Schuler, MS, ATP Assistive Technology Specialist; Maryland TAP: Maryland Department of Disabilities
Come see a demonstration of many various alternative access solutions. Whether one has carpal
tunnel or repetitive stress syndrome to quadriplegia, it is still possible to access and navigate a
computer. The presentation will include demonstration of many alternative keyboards, mice, and a
complete computer system run totally with an eye-gaze. There will be time for hands-on trials of
the devices.
A.T. FOR DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING INDIVIDUALS: THE BROAD CONTINUUM Monday, August 25 th 1:30 to 3:30 pm Denise Gagnon Perdue, MS, CSC Assistant Director, Governor's Office of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Come explore A.T. that sends amplified sound directly to the listener; convey the meaning of
sound by lights or vibration; or translate spoken language into print (captioning) or non-verbal
languages (sign language) and convey it over various mediums, including remote transmission, to
the listener.
Also learn how voice recognition and computer generated animated sign language characters are
on the horizon to add to the continuum of technologies that are used to support learning in school,
integration into the community and success in the workplace for deaf and hard of hearing people.
Examine challenges faced when assessing the appropriate technology to the user and their need.
WHAT ON EARTH IS THAT? A GUIDE TO LOW-TECH AIDS FOR DAILY LIVING (ADLs) Tuesday, August 26 th 1:30 to 3:30 pm Susan Garber, MS, C.A.S.E. Executive Director, AT:LAST, Inc.

E xplore the numerous low-tech ADLs that assist an individual with disabilities or functional limitations to maintain or regain independence for cooking, eating, dressing, grooming, self-
medicating, and enjoying life's recreational activities. Participate in a fun quiz show format where
"volunteer contestants" take their team to victory deciphering "What on Earth is That?" Also learn
some tips for easy, practical, low-cost modifications that can make a big difference in your home or
office. OVERVIEW OF A.T. FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH VISUAL IMPAIRMENTS Thursday, August 28 th 9:30 to 11:30 am Mollyne Honor, MLS, ATACP AIT Coordinator; Maryland Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped
Numerous assistive technology devices and software are providing persons with visual
impairments access to computers, to print material . . . and to the world beyond. This overview
and demonstration will help individuals, service providers, and employers explore some of the
possibilities available today. Also learn about the many services available to you through the State
Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped.

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