A Step Forward

In this enlightening episode, join us as we sit down with Roxanne Ayres, a passionate advocate and expert in special education. Roxanne delves into the fascinating world of using switches as assistive technology to enhance communication for learners with visual and multiple impairments.

Gain valuable insights, practical tips, and inspiring stories that highlight the transformative impact of assistive technology in education and beyond.

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For individuals with visual impairments, navigating life's changes can present unique challenges. Transitioning from one phase of life to another can be daunting, whether it's moving from education to the workforce, adapting to new life circumstances, or pursuing your passions.

Melisa Matthews and Lee Huffman, experts from APH Connect Center, brings a wealth of experience in empowering individuals with vision impairments to conquer these transitions confidently. Whether you're a student stepping into a new academic phase or someone transitioning to the professional world, these experts will provide you with the tools you need to thrive.

Tune in to gain inspiration, gather actionable advice, and embrace the incredible impact that mastering transition skills can have on your journey. Join us on this empowering episode to elevate your life!

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How can we weave the threads of language, culture, and accessibility into a tapestry of learning that empowers English language and multilingual learners with visual impairments to not only overcome challenges, but also reshape the landscape of education?

In this episode, accompany us as we delve into a conversation with Conchita Hernandez, the visionary behind METAS (Mentoring, Engaging, and Teaching All Students), a non-profit organization that trains educators in Latin America that work with blind or low-vision students and other disabilities. Let us all gain insights into creating an inclusive classroom that embraces linguistic diversity and visual challenges not as hindrances, but as wellsprings of resilience and innovation.

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In this inspiring podcast episode, we have the pleasure of hosting Roberta Becker and Tamara Black, the authors of innovative books about Braille reading.

Join us as we sit down with the creative minds behind this unique publication, exploring the motivation and vision that led to its creation. Discover the authors' personal journey and experiences in the world of Braille, along with the impact they hope to make with this educational resource.

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Do you struggle with getting the teachers you work with to actually follow through with your ideas? 

The TVI Symposium Planning Committee is proud to share this Bonus episode of the webinar, “What’s Working for TVI’s”. Join our expert panelists to discover innovative strategies for collaboration, creating routines for your learners with multiple impairments, and getting the learners with multiple impairments more involved in general education activities. 

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In this inspiring episode, we dive deep into the power of collaboration between O&M specialists and classroom teachers, uncovering the invaluable strategies and insights that we can use to effectively meet the needs of our learners.

Join us in this conversation with Rebecca Taylor, a dually certified Teacher of the Visually Impaired and Orientation and Mobility specialist, as she shares her collaboration strategies and how they can be helpful in unlocking the full potential of our learners.

Don’t miss the workshop designed to increase your learners' routines and your collaboration strategies on July 20! Learn More at: alliedindependenceonline.com/training

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How can we move from a multidisciplinary approach to a transdisciplinary approach? What are the secrets to getting our teacher-peers to collaborate with us?

Join Kassy Maloney for a 3 part series as we dissect how you can become a better collaborator and support the teachers you work with.

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Is Blindsquare still a good GPS app to use with learners with visual impairments? What length of cane should I use with wheelchair users?

Kassy Maloney, Orientation and Mobility Specialist, answers your questions, live! Whether you're a teacher of students with visual impairments (TVI), O&M Specialist, or anyone else in the world of visual impairments, this episode covers an array of topics that will help you become a better teacher.

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Free Workshop- What's Working for TVI's: Working with Students with Multiple Impairments. Happening July 20 live. A replay is available. Register HERE!

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When we look at how to be an impactful teacher, I notice that the best teachers only focus on 3 key areas. In this conversation, Diyana Ahmad, a visionary TVI in Malaysia shows us how she helps her learners with Cortical and Cerebral Visual Impairments (CVI) in unique ways.

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Our upcoming webinar, "What's Working for TVI's: Students with Multiple Impairments" is happening July 20th.

The TVI Online Symposium is coming up on September 21-22, 2023.

Register for the waitlist to be the first to get information on both the webinar and the conference as they come up!

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