Webinars, loans, and accessible gaming...

AT News, Winter 2022/23

AT Winter Webinars 2023

Building an Accessible Learning Experience

January 17, 2023

1pm - 2pm

Join MDTAP's IT Accessibility team and guest presenter, Karl Belanger, from the NFB as we explore best practices and how-to's to ensure an accessible learning experience for students. From creating accessible documents to understanding accessibility in learning management systems, the AT & IT team will guide you through the process of incorporating accessibility into a variety of learning platforms. This session will focus primarily on non-visual access, but will include ways in which educators can incorporate accessibility best practices for students with a wide variety of disabilities.

AT for Symptoms of Long-COVID

February 9, 2023

1pm-2pm

Join the MD AT Program to learn about a variety of AT solutions to help combat symptoms of long-COVID. From brain fog to muscle weakness, we explore a variety of technology options and resources to support anyone who has experienced ongoing symptoms from COVID..

All webinars include live captioning. If you need additional accommodations, please contact Lori Berrong, lori.berrong@maryland.gov

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Meet our Inaugural AT Champions!

Raven Roberts is a sophomore Strategic Communications major at Morgan State University, originally from Hamilton, New Jersey. She is a part of EVOLVE, the Morgan State University Association of Black Journalists (MSUABJ), and is a staff writer for the MSU Spokesman. She is passionate about educational equity, community, and advocating for others. Raven has an extensive background in assistive technology awareness and application, and has a lifelong history of serving as advocate for those with a variety of disabilities.

Marissa Nissley is a dedicated, energetic, and innovative junior in Georgetown University’s McDonough School of Business with a passion for disability inclusion. She is studying Management and Accounting with a minor in Disability Studies. Through her podcast Legally Blonde & Blind, she discusses assistive technology, accommodations, and other pertinent topics relating to her experiences as a legally blind college student with albinism.

AT: Plain & Simple

A Maryland Assistive Technology Production

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iDrive Maryland

Expanding access to affordable vehicle

loans for Marylanders with disabilities,

particularly those in rural areas of the

state, via low interest rates, flexible

lending criteria, and expanded

re-payment terms.

Interest rates currently offered at 3%
Loan amounts from $500 - $70,000*
Up to 120-months (10 year) repayment terms for some vehicles*
Loans for both adapted AND non-adapted vehicles

* some restrictions apply

For more information, call

1-800-832-4827 or email mdtap.atlp@maryland.gov.

MD High Tech AT Reuse Center

HAVE AN...

Old desktop magnifier?

Communication device no longer being used?

Keyboard, computer mice, or even an old iPad or two?

Consider donating your gently used assistive technology to the

Maryland High-Tech AT Reuse Center!

We'll clear, clean, and fix your old AT and donate it to those in need.

AT Process Map

We're mapping the way to AT! From identifying a need to trying out equipment, we want to share the steps to getting AT into the hands and lives of anyone who can benefit.

Download your accessible copy here and share widely!

Or access it directly from our website.

A visual for the AT Process Map starting with identifying a need and ending with connecting to AT program.

Inclusive, Accessible

Game Night in Baltimore!

We had a blast hosting another successful game night. Keep an eye out for upcoming gaming events and reach out if you'd like to request a demo or loan of our adaptive gaming equipment.

Email mdtap.general@maryland.gov or complete an AT Request online.

3 young men sitting at table playing video games. One is smiling at the camera.

Accessible Gaming Kits

Now available for two-week loans across the state. Each Accessible Gaming Kit includes:

Nintendo switch w/peripherals
XBOX 1 w/peripherals
PS4 w/peripherals
3 TVs
Adapted controllers and switches for all consoles

Building inclusion through gaming!

To request to borrow one or both gaming kits, email mdtap.general@maryland.gov.

In case you missed it...

You can find a variety of our recorded webinars including Back to School with the Right AT! on our MDTAP YouTube Channel!

Webinar Disclaimer

Attendees of these trainings should be aware that there are known and potential privacy and confidentiality issues with the Zoom System (Cloud Service, Web application, and/or Application). While every effort has been made to ensure the security of this meeting, factors out of the State's control introduce risk. Participants should evaluate the risk associated with the application and platform and determine if the risks preclude the use of the service. The State provides no warranty regarding the security of the application, confidentiality of the information discussed, or the privacy of information collected by the application and/or service. Security events impacting the confidentiality, integrity, or availability of a meeting (e.g., ZoomBombing) must be reported to the State Security Operations Center (soc.info@maryland.gov).

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