In a field as dynamic as Assistive Technology, keeping up with the latest information is ongoing. The quality resources listed here provide educational and professional development opportunities that can work around your schedule throughout the year. The best part is that the vast majority of them are FREE!
ATIM
Free online AT training modules (free, but can receive certificates or graduate credit for fees)
ATC
AT Coalition resources, training, and webinars (free)
CTD
All Center on Technology and Disability AT webinars (free)
CTD 4 Teachers
Center on Technology and Disability AT module specifically designed for teachers (free)
CTG
Closing The Gap live and archived webinars (free)
SETC
Washington Special Education Technology Center resources and webinars (free)
AT Makers
DIY AT maker tutorials (free)
PRC
Prentke-Romich Company sponsored AAC webinars live and on-demand (some free)
AbleNet
“Ablenet University” webinars live and on-demand (free)
Don Johnston
Tutorial webinars for Don Johnston software programs (free)
Tools for Life
Georgia’s Assistive Technology Act Program webinars (free)
QIAT
Quality Indicators in AT; worldwide listserv of AT practitioners and users sharing resources and info
ATIA
AT Industry Association (ATIA) webinars (there is a charge)
RESNA
Rehab Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America continuing education courses and webinars (most have a fee)
TTAC Online
Virginia’s Training and Technical Assistance Centers online trainings (free)
OCALI
Ohio Center for Autism and Low-Incidence ASD and Assistive Technology Video Collection
Perkins
Perkins Schools for the Blind eLerning webinars for assistive technology (free)
Texas School for the Blind
One of the areas of the Expanded Core Curriculum, AT is a critical area of learning for individuals with visual impairments and deafblindness. (free)
National AEM Center
Making Everyday Curriculum Materials Accessible for All Learners course and other AEM webinars (free)
UM-NSU CARD VINE
CARD Virtual Interactive Network for Education webinars on a variety of topics (including assistive technology) related to autism spectrum disorders (free)
RST
RSTCE offers a variety of CEU accredited, on-demand webinars covering current topics in the field of Rehabilitation Science and Technology (free)
PowerUp What Works
Personalize instruction with evidence-based strategies and technology to meet the needs of your diverse learners. Modules for ELA, Math, and UDL (free)
Douglas Education Service District
A collection of webinars about a variety of AT in education topics (free)
Crick Software
Training webinars for Crick Software reading, writing, and AAC products—such as Clicker (free)
TextHelp
Trainings, webinars, and presentations about TextHelp products—such as Read & Write (free)
Texas Assistive Technology Network
Modules as a self-study tool for those wishing to gain more knowledge of assistive technology in education (free)
UATP
Utah Assistive Technology Program AT training video archives (free)
CAST
Free Webinars from the developers of Universal Design for Learning (UDL). There are also paid courses available.
Microsoft Innovative Educator
MIEs use Microsoft tools in the classroom and have learned the fundamentals of applying technology in education. (free)
Pacer Center
The Pacer Ceter’s TIKES Project is launching a new on demand video series to help educate and inform parents and professionals about using assistive technology with young learners. (free)
Saltillo
Recorded webinar trainings on Saltillo products and general AAC Implementation. (free)
Dynamic Learning Maps
Provides professional development for educators working with students with significant cognitive disabilities. (free)
Project Core
Professional development modules to assist you with implementing the Universal Core in your school and classroom. (free)
Tobii Dynavox
Recorded and live webinars on Tobii Dynavox products and general AAC implementation. (free)
Boardmaker Online
Live and recorded trainings and tutorials on using Boardmaker Online. (free)
LessonPix
Tutorials and tips for creating materials using LessonPix. (free)