Nonprofit, community, & #a11y advocate, VP Marketing, Comms, & Sales American Printing House for the Blind - Author, The Gifts of Community. Opinions all mine.
APH President Craig Meador & @HumanWare spoke to the @NFB_voice convention about the Monarch's progress & the how The Braille Flyway will give wings to braille literacy. Attendees wore butterfly antennae to represent their role in making the Monarch fly. #NFB23#BrailleFlyway
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Last week, APH President Dr. Craig Meador spoke to @KET about our origin and mission, our plans for upcoming expansion, and what to expect from The Dot Experience! Listen to the full interview. bit.ly/3ZGpeFV
APHers from across the U.S. came together for a Monarch training to prep for conference season. Thanks @GStilson and William for getting us all familiar with this exciting new tech!
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Had a great Monarch meeting @msb1853 today- impactful display of one semester of braille books - for one student. In the future that student will have all those volumes on a Monarch instead.
ALT A colorful promo graphic with an image of an airport terminal with people in motion on the left and, on the right, a yellow background holds information about GoodMaps’ upcoming event. The text reads: Join us for a Twitter chat. Getting Onboard: Accessibility and Inclusion in Transportation. March 7, 2023, at 11 a.m. EST. What makes airports and other transportation venues accessible and inclusive? We want to hear from you! Join the conversation.
The LEGO Foundation is hosting LEGO Braille Bricks live sessions! These 45-minute interactive sessions cover specific topics & include special international guests. Sessions #5 & #6 will be held on 2/1 & 3/6 at 11 am ET. Learn more & register: bit.ly/3euEL9W
Meet CJ, a blue catlike creature from outer space, and join them as they learn about planet earth with Code Jumper Puzzles! Using Code Jumper’s inclusive tactile and audio feedback, go on adventures, discover new places, and solve problems alongside CJ. youtube.com/watch?v=37Kwxlnl…
Early intervention services can help learners who are blind, have low vision, or who have multiple disabilities excel in academic settings. Check out these APH Press titles designed to assist service providers as they work with children and families. bit.ly/3VEn3S8
Getting Started with the Mantis Q40 just landed in the Hive as a new course! Earn 2.5 ACVREP credits & learn to use the Mantis's various functions as a stand-alone device & refreshable braille display. Browse the course catalog today & start learning: bit.ly/3EW4jaV
ALT Close up of hands typing on a Mantis Q40. Graphic of honeycomb and three bees at the bottom. Text reads "Getting Started with the Mantis Q40, Leslie Weilbacher." APH Hive logo.
“I read the book in one weekend, finding it absolutely engaging & easy to follow." We're proud to offer Babies with CVI: Nurturing Visual Abilities & Development in Early Childhood, a guide through the history & best treatment practices of CVI in children: bit.ly/3SZJmA8
Lights, camera, and… can we do that again? Team interview with Dr. Craig Meador today in preparation for the @APHfortheBlind Annual Meeting. #editorsnightmare 😂
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Teachers and TVIs, we're conducting a survey to identify the reading needs of adults who are blind or low vision and who are learning braille. Please complete this brief Braille Reading Materials Market Needs survey by September 2. bit.ly/3EMhuZV
On this episode of Change Makers, we’re speaking with APH Huntington’s Lee Huffman to learn about the program and the impact of bringing much needed resources to rural communities. bit.ly/3ho3FTQ
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