Conference Week 2
New technologies and improved accessibility
The webinar took place place from 13:00-15:00 on Wed 9th June 2021 with Alistair McNaught as host.
The video of this webinar will be posted here as soon as editing and captioning have been completed.
Please note: the views, information, or opinions expressed during the conference are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily represent those of NADP.
Biographies of our host and presenters for week 2
| Timing | Theme | Presenter |
|---|---|---|
| 13:05 – 13:15 | Key assistive technology lessons from months of online learning | Fil McIntyre from TechAbility |
| 13:20 – 13:30 | Recycling the Wheels of Apps | Craig Mill from CALL Scotland, University of Edinburgh |
| 13:40 – 13:50 | Changing perceptions and aspirations | Maisa Obeid from Zayed University, Dubai. |
| 14:00 – 14:10 | Assistive technology in STEM teaching – challenges and opportunities. | Lilian Soon from University of York |
| 14:20 – 14:30 | Lecture capture as an assistive technology (but without barriers) | Ros Walker from the University of Stirling |
| 14:40 – 14:50 | The blurred lines between AT and productivity tools | Trevor Boland from AHEAD Ireland |
Presentation Videos
For on-demand viewing
Video transcripts
The Blurred Lines of Assistive Technology. Trevor Boland, AHEAD Ireland
How Technology can Support Learners, Craig Mill, CALL Scotland
Podcasts
On-demand listening – In conversation with our partners and colleagues.
Episode 4: In conversation with Tara Chataway from the Thomas Pocklington Trust (podcast and transcript)
Episode 5: In conversation with Duncan Yates from the University of Witwatersrand, South Africa. (podcast and transcript)
Sponsor Videos
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