Making Digital Movies With AAC |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Using AAC, the presenter will show her own 3-minute movies and will offer a workshop that takes participants through the process of making a 3-minute digital movie with assistance. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Ana Berlowitz,         </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp AAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp SL,TBI,M,DD,B,LD </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Catalina B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2093.htm  | Wednesday_AAC Wednesday AAC | 
Supernova Reader Magnifier - New Magnification Features |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Technology update and practical demonstration for anyone interested in computing systems for people who are blind or have low vision. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Jane Churchward, Dolphin Computer Access        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp V </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Scottsdale - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2124.htm  | Wednesday_Blind_LV Wednesday Blind_LV | 
Assistive Technology For Students With Learning Disabilities: Supporting The Process Of Writing |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This session provides information on the many assistive technology devices and software available to aid students with learning disabilities to overcome their difficulties with the writing process. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Lauana Yarbrough, Haysville USD 261        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Learning Disabilities </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DD,B,LD </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Newport B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2131.htm  | Wednesday_Learning_Disabilities Wednesday Learning_Disabilities | 
Results Of The Talking Tactile Tablet Authoring Tool Contest |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> The TTT and Authoring Tool used to create audio-tactiles will be demonstrated. Applications will be highlighted through examples created by winners of an international contest. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Steven Landau, Touch Graphics, Ind.; L. Penny Rosenblum, Touch Graphics, Inc.        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp V </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Denver - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2170.htm  | Wednesday_Blind_LV Wednesday Blind_LV | 
Components Needed For AT Success: New Video Highlights Services At CSUSB |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Cal. State San Bernardino has found a successful formula for its new assistive technology program. A newly created video will be shown demonstrating our services. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Kevin Price, Cal State University San Bernardino; Leon McNaught, California State University, San Bernardino; Davena Peters, California State University, San Bernardino       </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Postsecondary </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> La Jolla A - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2173.htm  | Wednesday_Postsecondary Wednesday Postsecondary | 
Strategies For Teaching Language For Communication Using Unity(TM) Vocabulary |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Unity(TM) vocabulary, available in PRC's communication devices, can be taught through language lessons. This session will present resources for teaching Unity(TM) language. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Annalee Anderson, Prentke Romich Company; </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp AAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Catalina C - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2183.htm  | Wednesday_AAC Wednesday AAC | 
PowerPoint Presentations Designed By And Accessible To People Who Are Blind |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> AFB developed a PowerPoint training curriculum that incorporates strategies for creating an accessible presentation. A demonstration will be done using PowerPoint XP with JAWS. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Kelly Bleach, American Foundation For The Blind; Vita Zavoli, American Foundation For The Blind        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp V </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Boston - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2189.htm  | Wednesday_Blind_LV Wednesday Blind_LV | 
Assisting People With Degenerative Brain Disorders Through Assistive Technology Strategies And Solutions |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This session will explain basics about the degenerative neurological disease process, consider AT to meet the individual's needs, and explore strategies & solutions in matching individuals with AT. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Carolyn Phillips, GA Dept. of Labor - Tools For Life        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp All Inclusive </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp B,DD,M,SL,TBI </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Newport C - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2197.htm  | Wednesday_Other Wednesday Other | 
Getting The Most Out Of Your Software, The Internet, Freeware And Windows Accessories |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This interactive presentation, augmented with PowerPoint, will provide helpful hints on how to take advantage of licensed software, finding and using internet freeware, using search engines to enhance your clipart library with public domain images, and mo </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Nettie Fischer, Elk Grove Unified School District        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp K-12 </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DD,LD,M,SL,TBI </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Los Angeles - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2258.htm  | Wednesday_k_12 Wednesday k_12 | 
Kurzweil 3000 For Keyboard And Intellikeys Keyboard Users |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This session will provide tips for accessing Kurzweil 3000 from the keyboard with special instructions, including custom overlays, for the Intellikeys user. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Mallory Burton, SET-BC        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp All Inclusive </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp LD,M </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Century A/B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2287.htm  | Wednesday_Other Wednesday Other | 
Sorting Through Core Vocabularies Of High-Technology Augmentative And Alternative Communication Systems |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Demonstration of various core vocabulary programs including Unity, MinTalk, Gateway, WordPower, and WordCore. Discussion of resources identifying the features of specific programs. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Theresa Tanchak, Region IV Education Service Center        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp AAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp SL </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Pacific B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2313.htm  | Wednesday_AAC Wednesday AAC | 
Accessibility Of Live/Real-Time Web-Based Multimedia For The Deaf And Hard Of Hearing |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> WebAIM will showcase existing technologies for making live Web broadcasts accessible to the deaf and hard of hearing, including our own real-time captioning application. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Jared Smith, WebAIM (Web Accessibility In Mind)        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Internet/WWW </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DB,DHH,LD,SL,TBI </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Marina - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2336.htm  | Wednesday_Internet/WWW Wednesday Internet/WWW | 
Making It Simple: Single Switch And Two Switch Activities |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> During this session, participants will have the opportunity to see and learn how to create a variety of activities that have been designed for single switch access and two switch step scanning access. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Paula Justice, North Central  ATRC / GCPA/ Guilford Co. Schools        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Cognitive </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DD </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Century C/D - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2356.htm  | Wednesday_Cognitive Wednesday Cognitive | 
RAINMAN Toolkit: A Tool For Assisting Children With Autistic Spectrum Disorders |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> We show how to handle a time-aid we have developed ("RAINMAN toolkit") for children with autistic disorders. This time-aid works on handheld PCs, personal PCs and mobile phones. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Ken Takeshi Murata, Ehime University; Joanne Cafiero, Cafiero Communications LLC        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp AAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DD </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Catalina D - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2372.htm  | Wednesday_AAC Wednesday AAC | 
Learn To Use Mac OS X Accessibility Features |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This session will provide a demonstration and hands-on time to learn about the powerful, built-in accessibility features at the core of Mac OS X. Attendees will learn to use each of the accessibility features. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Mary Beth Janes, Apple; Mike Shebanek, Apple; Dianna Williamson, Apple Computer, Inc.       </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp All Inclusive </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 2:20 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Carmel - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/nopaper.htm  | Wednesday_Other Wednesday Other | 
The Frametalker Project: Building an Utterance-Based Communication Device |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> We present a novel AAC system that supports the rapid retrieval and modification of pre-programmed utterances, thereby providing communication that is both fast and precise. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Jeff Higginbotham, University of Buffalo; Greg Lesher, DynaVox Technologies        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp AAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp SL </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Pacific A - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2413.htm  | Wednesday_AAC Wednesday AAC | 
What's Happening In Internet Telephony (VolP): New Opportunities Or New Barriers? |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> The move from traditional telephones to Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) is happening rapidly and bringing new benefits but also new barriers if we are not prepared. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Gregg Vanderheiden, Trace R & D Ctr, Univ Of WI-Madison        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp DAISY </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> La Jolla B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2417.htm  | Wednesday_DAISY Wednesday DAISY | 
All For One, And One For All: Single File, Multiple Outputs |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> A standard file format NOW makes it possible to produce content that is accessible to all.  NIMAS, the U.S. National Instructional Materials Accessibility Standard, is an application of the DAISY/NISO file format. Creation of accessible files from NIMAS w </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> George Kerscher, DAISY Consortium; Larry Skutchan, American Printing House F/T Blind; Phil Steele, gh, LLC; Blake Erickson, Telex Communications, Inc.; Jim Fruchterman, Benetech Bookshare.Org     </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp DAISY </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp LD,V </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Atlanta - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/nopaper.htm  | Wednesday_DAISY Wednesday DAISY | 
Windows Accessibility Today and Tomorrow |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This hands-on lab session will serve two purposes; first, to provide participants with the end-user's experience of accessing, setting and using the accessibility features built into Microsoft® Windows® XP. Secondly, Microsoft is in the process of develop </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Annuska Perkins, Microsoft Corporation; Rob Haverty, Microsoft        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp All Inclusive </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 2:20 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Chicago/Dallas - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2426.htm  | Wednesday_Other Wednesday Other | 
Audio Description: The Visual Made Verbal |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Audio Description provides a verbal version of the visual for the benefit of people who are blind or have low vision. But it has been shown to be useful for anyone who wants to truly notice and appreciate a more full perspective on any visual event. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Joel Snyder, National Captioning Institute/Described Media        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp V </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Denver - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2084.htm  | Wednesday_Blind_LV Wednesday Blind_LV | 
AAC Performance: The Human Factors Impact |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Human factors issues have a substantial impact on the communication performance of people who use AAC. These issues are incorporated into the AAC assessment process. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Barry Romich, Prentke Romich Company /  AAC Institute; Katya Hill, AAC Institute        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp AAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp SL,TBI,M,DD </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Pacific B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2148.htm  | Wednesday_AAC Wednesday AAC | 
Are Text Transcoders Effective? |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> We describe the experimental method for testing whether text transcoders are beneficial to disabled users and PDA users. We discuss lessons learned and preliminary conclusions. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Giorgio Brajnik, University of Udine        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Internet/WWW </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DB,LD,M,V </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Newport B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2180.htm  | Wednesday_Internet/WWW Wednesday Internet/WWW | 
Low Tech And Literacy |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This presentation will show ways to take your favorite storybooks off the shelf and turn them into "talking books" and incorporate them into curriculum areas using simple technology. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Don Kehoe, Adaptivation, Inc.        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp AAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DD,LD,SL </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Catalina B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2186.htm  | Wednesday_AAC Wednesday AAC | 
Supporting Study Skills With Electronic Tools |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Electronic support of study skills is of growing interest in the education of students with special needs. We'll take you through some of these products by demonstrating the electronic version of some typical "off-computer" study strategies. Products to b </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Kelly Fonner, ; Scott Marfilius,         </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp K-12 </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp LD </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Los Angeles - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2224.htm  | Wednesday_k_12 Wednesday k_12 | 
Assistive Technology Consulting: The First Years Of A Start-Up |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> A description of the first 2 years of a privately owned consulting business providing assistive technology services in schools and the community. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Jason Hilkey, Pathways Therapy & Assistive Tech        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Assessment </td><td>Level:&nbsp Advanced </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Century A/B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2245.htm  | Wednesday_Assessment Wednesday Assessment | 
Surveying California Consumers About Assistive Technology Use: Results To Date |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This presentation will discuss results to date from the Community Research for Assistive Technology Consumer Survey. This statewide survey is examining the experiences of Californians with disabilities in the areas of employment, health, independent livin </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Myisha Reed, CA Foundation For Indep Living Ctr        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp All Inclusive </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Newport C - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2251.htm  | Wednesday_Other Wednesday Other | 
Presidential Initiatives: Using Technology To Increase Employment Of People With Disabilities |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> The presenters will review requirements and best practices to increase employment of people with disabilities in the United States Federal government; including policies and programs to impact the recruitment, hiring, accommodation, promotion and retentio </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Dinah Cohen, Computer/Electronic Accom Prgm; Derek Shields, Axiom Resource Managment, Inc.        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Employment </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> La Jolla A - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2259.htm  | Wednesday_Employment Wednesday Employment | 
Believe You Can: Access Kurzweil 3000 With Discover! |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Madentec, (solutions for computer/AAC device access for people with physical disabilities), and Kurzweil have joined forces to provide a physical access solution to Kurzweil 3000 using discover USM technology. This session will provide a quick overview of </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Mark Sardo, Madentec Limited; Joan Cunningham, Kurzweil Educational Systems        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp All Inclusive </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DD,LD,M,SL,V </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Marina - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2265.htm  | Wednesday_Other Wednesday Other | 
Create ANSI/NISO Digital Talking Books With Book Wizard |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> The Assistant Studio Director and Project Leader show step by step the process APH uses to create Digital Talking Books. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Larry Skutchan, American Printing House F/T Blind; Steve Mullins, American Printing House for the Blind, Inc.        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp V </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Boston - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2299.htm  | Wednesday_Blind_LV Wednesday Blind_LV | 
JAWS 6.0 Release, Exciting New Features And Enhancements! |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This session will provide attendees with a live demonstration and discussion of the latest features and enhancements introduced into JAWS for Windows during the past year. It will be suited for all JAWS users and those interested in learning more about wh </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Eric Damery, Freedom Scientific BLV Group        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DB,V </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Scottsdale - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2329.htm  | Wednesday_Blind_LV Wednesday Blind_LV | 
Web Content Accessibility Guidelines 2.0: Transitioning Your Web Site |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Learn the latest from W3C/WAI on the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines 2.0. Understand technical improvements, policy options, and how to transition to the easier-to-test guidelines. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Wendy Chisholm, W3C/WAI; Judy Brewer, W3C/WAI        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Internet/WWW </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> La Jolla B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2355.htm  | Wednesday_Internet/WWW Wednesday Internet/WWW | 
Infusing "Floor Time" Into Your AAC Interventions |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Stanley Greenspan's "Floor time" model creates meaningful AAC interventions. This session provides strategies for expressive language learning using "Floor time" with individuals and groups. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Mira Shah, Shriners Hospital for Children        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp AAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DD,M,SL </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Catalina D - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2361.htm  | Wednesday_AAC Wednesday AAC | 
Dimensions Of Usability: Toward A Rational GUI Keyboard Interface |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> What would a truly functional GUI keyboard interface be like? Explore this question by examining keyboard interactions through the lens of a usability model. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Alan Cantor, Cantor Access Inc.        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp All Inclusive </td><td>Level:&nbsp Advanced </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Century C/D - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2365.htm  | Wednesday_Other Wednesday Other | 
The Knowledge Network: A "Neural" Experience |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> The demand for access high performance content is growing, and governments are beginning to require provision of specific formats. The DAISY Consortium has developed a Knowledge Network that allows those seeking information to find and access it in a stim </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Lynn Leith, DAISY Consortium; George Kerscher, DAISY Consortium        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp DAISY </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp LD,V </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Atlanta - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/nopaper.htm  | Wednesday_DAISY Wednesday DAISY | 
Elderly-Robotic Assistant Communication:  Devices, Developments, And Controversies |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This Presentation (via lecture and discussion) focuses on the most recent literature-and experienced-based developments in the design of robotic assistants for the  elderly. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Donald Egolf, University Of Pittsburgh        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Aging </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Pacific A - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2527.htm  | Wednesday_Aging Wednesday Aging | 
Developing Accessible Applications Using Oracle JDeveloper 10.1.3 & Oracle Accessibility Checker (OAC) Plugin |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Oracle's JDeveloper product allows developers to create many different types of web applications, all of which can be checked for accessible coding using the new Oracle Accessibility Checker (OAC) Plugin.  This paper will do a brief overview of developmen </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Kerstin Goldsmith, Oracle Corporation        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Internet/WWW </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DB,V </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Catalina C - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2549.htm  | Wednesday_Internet/WWW Wednesday Internet/WWW | 
The C.O.A.S.T.: A Framework To Facilitate Assistive Technology And Inclusion |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This presentation will present a decision-making framework, the C.O.A.S.T., that provides information that documents what children can do and facilitates the collaborative process. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Peggi McNairn, Education Service Center, Region XI        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Assessment </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 12:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Pacific A - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2069.htm  | Wednesday_Assessment Wednesday Assessment | 
Multimedia Driver Education For Students With Mild Disabilities |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This presentation will discuss the effectiveness of multimedia vs. non-multimedia driver education for high school students with mild disabilities. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Yeunjoo Lee, Cal State University, Bakersfield; Kurt Keckly, California State University, Bakersfield        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp K-12 </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp LD </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 12:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Century C/D - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2071.htm  | Wednesday_k_12 Wednesday k_12 | 
Using The PAC Mate To Produce Math Expressions In Print |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> The presenters will demonstrate a method they have developed which enables blind students to print math assignments independently, using PAC Mate and an inkprint printer. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Gaylen Kapperman, Northern Illinois University; Jodi Sticken, Northern Illinois University        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DB,V </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 12:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Denver - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2078.htm  | Wednesday_Blind_LV Wednesday Blind_LV | 
Spanish Language Voice Output Application Program Using Digitized Speech |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This Spanish voice output program provides a bilingual solution for Spanish-English speakers, including bilingual device prompts, support materials, and phone support. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Russell Cross, Prentke Romich Company        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp AAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp SL,DD,LD </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 12:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Pacific B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2158.htm  | Wednesday_AAC Wednesday AAC | 
ICDL-PD: Making A Standard Certificate For IT Skills Accessible For All |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> The ICDL (International Computer Driving License) is a standard certificate offering people the possibility to show their skills in using standard IT. We preset how this certificate is made accessible and used as a tool to foster the vocational integratio </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Klaus Miesenberger, University Of Linz, Institut Integriert Studieren        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Employment </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DHH,V,DB,M,LD </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 12:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> La Jolla A - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2161.htm  | Wednesday_Employment Wednesday Employment | 
Interpretype:  Assistive Technology For Face-To-Face Communication |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Interpretype's president will present an  exciting new product that provides instant communication with Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing individuals in schools, businesses, healthcare and a variety of other areas. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Ken Gan, Interpretype, LLC        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Deaf/Hard of Hearing </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DHH </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 12:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Newport C - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2168.htm  | Wednesday_Deaf/Hard of Hearing Wednesday Deaf/Hard of Hearing | 
Touch-Interface To Data Broadcasting By Using Tactile Display For Visually Impaired Persons |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> We are developing the two-dimensional tactile display, which can convey essential information of GUI screen of data broadcasting to persons with visual impairments. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Satoru Kondou, NHK (Japan Broadcasting Corporation); Tadahiro Sakai, NHK (Japan Broadcasting Corporation)        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Advanced </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp V </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 12:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Atlanta - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2213.htm  | Wednesday_Blind_LV Wednesday Blind_LV | 
How AAC Research Can Benefit Mobile Texting, And Vice Versa |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Text input in mobile devices and AAC systems for motor disabilities are very similar challenges. We discuss similarities, differences, and possibilities for knowledge transfer. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Anders Johansen, IT University of Copenhagen        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp AAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp M </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 12:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Catalina D - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2230.htm  | Wednesday_AAC Wednesday AAC | 
TAFETA: An Inclusive Design For Tele-Health |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Originally designed to meet seniors' health needs, the TAFETA program's use of Universal Design principles helps it address the needs of many persons with disabilities. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Victor Emerson, Acuity Research Group Inc        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Aging </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp M </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 12:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Century A/B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2277.htm  | Wednesday_Aging Wednesday Aging | 
Assistance Robotics: Implementation Of Human-Like Visuo-Motor Synergies On A Teleoperated Mobile Device |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This presentation will introduce an experimental study emphasizing the potential benefits of the implementation of "human-like" control modes for the teleoperation of assistance robots. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Daniel Mestre, Mouvement & Perception (UMR CNRS 6152)        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp All Inclusive </td><td>Level:&nbsp Advanced </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp M </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 12:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Newport B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2292.htm  | Wednesday_Other Wednesday Other | 
List-Based Typing: A New Approach For Typing Faster And With Less Work |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> REACH with Smart Lists will be demonstrated. This is a new approach to typing that has several advantages including reduced work and increased speed </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> James Schroeder, Applied Human Factors, Inc.        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp AAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp M </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 12:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Los Angeles - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2311.htm  | Wednesday_AAC Wednesday AAC | 
Employers, Vendors, Developers And Engineers As Partners: Proactive Accessible Design And Accommodation |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Co-operative collaboration between engineers, employers, developers and vendors to produce products and applications that are accessible by design, reduces the need for post-employment, post-production intervention by the engineer. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Daniel Aunspach, CompSolution Assistive Technology        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp All Inclusive </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 12:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Marina - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2334.htm  | Wednesday_Other Wednesday Other | 
An Architecture To Enable Community-Based Wayfinding For The Blind |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> A prototype system enabling wayfinding for the blind will be discussed and demonstrated. It uses GPS and cell phones to enable to request and receive navigation information by voice. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Paul Blair, UCSD; Adam O'Neill, UCSD        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp V </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 12:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Scottsdale - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2346.htm  | Wednesday_Blind_LV Wednesday Blind_LV | 
Ergonomic Evaluation Of PDA-Based Voca For People With Intellectual Disabilities |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Tab-type and link-type classifications of symbols are both effective, and either of them has to be chosen, according to user's intellectual and physical abilities. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Toyohiko Hayashi, Niigata University, Deptartment of Biocybernetics; Yasuo Nakamura, Niigata University, Deptartment of Biocybernetics        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp AAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DD,SL </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 12:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Catalina C - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2362.htm  | Wednesday_AAC Wednesday AAC | 
Advances In Accessible Web-Based Mathematics |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Mathematical expressions on web pages can be accessible to those with print-related disabilities. Come see what can be achieved with almost no effort by the author. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Neil Soiffer, Design Science        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp LD,V </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 12:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Boston - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2407.htm  | Wednesday_Blind_LV Wednesday Blind_LV | 
Employment Outlook For Individuals With Disabilities |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Aiello discusses her outlook on employment for individuals who have disabilities. She shares her own personal stories of being Deaf and starting her own successful business more then 23 years ago. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Myrna Orleck-Aiello, TCS Associates        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Employment </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DB,DHH,M,SL,V </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 12:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Catalina B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2551.htm  | Wednesday_Employment Wednesday Employment | 
Sprint - California Relay Service (Sprint-CRS) |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Sprint-CRS is one of the California Relay Service providers, which provides full telephone accessibility to people who are deaf, hard of hearing or speech disabled. This session will cover CRS 711 Choice, TTY, Internet, Wireless and Video Relay services. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Todd Bader, Sprint Relay        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Deaf/Hard of Hearing </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 12:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> La Jolla B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2596.htm  | Wednesday_Deaf/Hard of Hearing Wednesday Deaf/Hard of Hearing | 
Evaluating Text-To-Speech Options For College Students With Learning Disabilities |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This presentation offers criteria for evaluating text-to-speech options for college students with learning disabilities. Using these criteria, a range of current software and portable devices are evaluated from free software that simply reads text aloud t </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Ellen Cutler, Santa Monica College        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Learning Disabilities </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp LD </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 1:30 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> La Jolla A - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/nopaper2083.htm  | Wednesday_Learning_Disabilities Wednesday Learning_Disabilities | 
The Power Of Writing Composition And Assistive Technology Integration |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> In this presentation we will review the academic benefits of using assistive technology, such as Kurzweil 3000, for the writing process. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Vince Azzara, Kurzweil Educational Systems, Inc.        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Learning Disabilities </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp B,LD </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 1:30 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> La Jolla B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2109.htm  | Wednesday_Learning_Disabilities Wednesday Learning_Disabilities | 
Access Mac OS X: In-Depth Exploration Of On-Screen Keyboards And Switch-Access |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Learn the ins-and-outs of KeyStrokes onscreen keyboard and SwitchXS scanning-based switch access to Mac OS X through a hands-on session with the lead developer. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> David Niemeijer, AssistiveWare; Melvin Dashner, Origin Instruments Corporation        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp All Inclusive </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp SL,V,M,LD </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 1:30 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 2:20 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Carmel - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2120.htm  | Wednesday_Other Wednesday Other | 
Evaluation For Speech Device Prescription: Processes for Assessment |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This presentation we will discuss the processes for a speech generating device evaluation for speech/language pathologists and how to obtain mentorship from experienced AAC specialists. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Marilyn Buzolich, ACTS        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp AAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 1:30 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Catalina C - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2141.htm  | Wednesday_AAC Wednesday AAC | 
Anytime... Anyplace: Technology-Supported Distance Education Program for Students With Special Needs |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Discover how we use technology successfully to create programs for students with moderate to severe special needs in this exciting and innovative distance education program. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Maryann Nevile, South Island Distance Education School; Carol Graham, South Island Distance Education School; Mina Carr, South Island Distance Education School; Todd Milford, South Island Distance Education School; Elaine Ethier, South Island Distance Education School; Ethel Mailhot, South Island Distance Education School    </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Internet/WWW </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 1:30 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Catalina B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2171.htm  | Wednesday_Internet/WWW Wednesday Internet/WWW | 
Making Minspeak Materials: A Unity Enhanced For Writing With Symbols Hands-On Computer Lab |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This tutorial will familiarize participants with the basics of using Unity Enhanced for Writing With Symbols to create printable materials for supporting Minspeak learning. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Bruce Helmbold, I CAN Centre, Glenrose Rehab Hosptl        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp AAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp SL </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 1:30 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 2:20 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Chicago/Dallas - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2191.htm  | Wednesday_AAC Wednesday AAC | 
Just A Click Away: Assistive Technology Professional Development |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Learn about new and free professional development modules in legal issues, administrative support, consideration, evaluation, and reading supports created by the Texas Assistive Technology Network. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Cecilia Robinson, Region 4 Education Service Center        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Assessment </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 1:30 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Newport B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2203.htm  | Wednesday_Assessment Wednesday Assessment | 
Electronic Portfolios For Individuals Who Use Augmentative And Alternative Communication |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This presentation will provide information for service providers to accurately document augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems used by individuals as those systems evolve over time. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Mary Ann Lowe, Nova Southeastern  University        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp AAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp SL </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 1:30 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Pacific B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2207.htm  | Wednesday_AAC Wednesday AAC | 
Tactile Map Automated Production (TMAP): Project Update And Research Summary |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> The TMAP project provides educators, researchers and blind travelers with free downloadable tactile street maps of any location in the United States. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Joshua Miele, Smith-Kettlewell Eye Rsrch Inst.; James Marston, UC Santa Barbara        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DB,V </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 1:30 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Scottsdale - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2239.htm  | Wednesday_Blind_LV Wednesday Blind_LV | 
Bridge School Portfolios: A Collaborative Tool Supporting Successful Transitions Across Educational Settings |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> In this lecture we present the framework and methods for developing and utilizing the portfolio. We share case examples and feedback from families and teams. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Christine Toomey, The Bridge School; Sarah Baroody, The Bridge School        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp AAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DD,M,SL,V </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 1:30 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Pacific A - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2242.htm  | Wednesday_AAC Wednesday AAC | 
IHHD* Linking Accessible, Web-Based CE To Today's Service Delivery And Tomorrow's Trends |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This session provides an overview of multi-media on-line courses designed to provide continuing education on deafness. Accessibility, design, and preliminary outcome data will be discussed. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Evelyn Cherow, National University, Center for Human Advancement        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Deaf/Hard of Hearing </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DHH,SL </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 1:30 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Newport C - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2294.htm  | Wednesday_Deaf/Hard of Hearing Wednesday Deaf/Hard of Hearing | 
Digital Talking Books For Math And Science |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This paper is an update about research currently underway to develop a standard for the production of Digital Talking Book versions of Math and Science Books (using MathSpeak), and a software player (the gh PLAYER(TM) ) module that can properly render the </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Joe McMurry, Gh, LLC        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Advanced </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp LD,V </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 1:30 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Boston - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2326.htm  | Wednesday_Blind_LV Wednesday Blind_LV | 
Accessible E-Learning Demonstrations Using IMS Accessibility Specifications |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> A showcase of learning tools that are using the IMS Access for All specifications to provide flexible interfaces and automatically deliver appropriate content for each learner. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Madeleine Rothberg, WGBH Natl Ctr For Access Media; Rachael Bower, Internet Scout Project; Anastasia Cheetham, Adaptive Tech Resource Ctr, Univ of Toronto      </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Postsecondary </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 1:30 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Century A/B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2328.htm  | Wednesday_Postsecondary Wednesday Postsecondary | 
Preparing For A College: An Online Tutorial |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Computing technology plays a key role in successful post-secondary transition and career preparation. This paper discusses the use of information technology and the Internet to prepare students for the difficult transitions from high school to college to  </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Sheryl Burgstahler, DO-IT / Access IT / University of Washington; Scott Bellman, DO-IT / University Of Washington        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Employment </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 1:30 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Los Angeles - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2333.htm  | Wednesday_Employment Wednesday Employment | 
Touch Typing And Students With Learning Disabilities And Students With Learning Disabilities |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> We will compare keyboarding skills of students with and without LD, and identify strategies and features in keyboarding software that facilitate learning to touch type. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Dagmar Amtmann, University of Washington; Kurt Johnson, University of Washington        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Learning Disabilities </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp LD </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 1:30 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Century C/D - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2340.htm  | Wednesday_Learning_Disabilities Wednesday Learning_Disabilities | 
Accessibility Of Next Generation Adobe Acrobat Software For Blind And Visually Impaired Users |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> We discuss and demonstrate accessibility features of the next generation of Acrobat software, and the collaboration experience between Adobe and AccessWorld Solutions. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Loretta Guarino Reid, Adobe Systems Inc; James Denham, American Foundation F/T Blind        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DB,M,V </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 1:30 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Denver - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2379.htm  | Wednesday_Blind_LV Wednesday Blind_LV | 
Automatic Archiving And Streaming Of Line-21 Captions To The Web |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> WGBH's National Center for Accessible Media has developed a software program which converts television based closed caption data into Web streaming formats. This session will inform attendees about how this technology can be used by educational, governmen </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Brad Botkin, WGBH National Center for Accesible Media        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Internet/WWW </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DHH </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 1:30 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Marina - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2388.htm  | Wednesday_Internet/WWW Wednesday Internet/WWW | 
Letting Go Of Wires: Universal Access Through Wirelessly Connected Devices |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Implications for creating accessible state-of-the-art wireless environments used by blind people. Overview of integrated Braille and speech support for conventional PDA'S, cell phones, incorporated into academic, professional as well as personal applicati </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> JoAnn Becker, Optelec US, Inc.        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp V </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 1:30 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Atlanta - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/nopaper.htm  | Wednesday_Blind_LV Wednesday Blind_LV | 
Effectively Combine An Assistive Technology Center And Ergonomic Center |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Power Point presentation providing detailed information on the benefits of addressing all needs related to employees with disabilities. Content identifies the process of both programs (i.e., assessments, correct technologies, and defining whether the empl </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Betty Gahn, USDA Midwest TARGET Center        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp All Inclusive </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 1:30 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Catalina D - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2492.htm  | Wednesday_Other Wednesday Other | 
Challenges With E-text At The California Community Colleges Alternate Text Production Center |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> We will demonstrate some of the challenges we face in creating usable e-text from files received by book publishers. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Robert Martinengo, Alternate Text Production Center        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Postsecondary </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp V,LD </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 2:50 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Century C/D - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2070.htm  | Wednesday_Postsecondary Wednesday Postsecondary | 
Voice Math With MathTalk Using Either Dragon NaturallySpeaking Or Microsoft Speech Engine |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Voice math using either Dragon NaturallySpeaking or Microsoft speech engine - MathTalk/Scientific Notebook (pre-algebra thru Ph.D. levels); includes math into Braille! MathPad By Voice (arithmetic). </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Nancilu McClellan, Metroplex Voice Computing, Inc.        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp All Inclusive </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp LD,M,V </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 2:50 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Marina - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2107.htm  | Wednesday_Other Wednesday Other | 
NexTalk-VM For The Deaf-Blind |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This presentation will discuss and demonstrate use of NexTalk VM with a screen reader and refreshable Braille display to show whether or not a deaf-blind individual can effectively use this Windows based TTY software. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Susan Stageberg, Iowa Department For The Blind; Brian Walker, Iowa Department For The Blind; Laurie Holtry, Iowa Dept. for the Blind       </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp V </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 2:50 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Atlanta - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2113.htm  | Wednesday_Blind_LV Wednesday Blind_LV | 
Alternative Control System For Operating A PC Using Intentional Muscle Contractions Only |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> The system's demonstration will cover the sensor gathering muscle-related signals, the main module driving the computer mouse accordingly, and the framework actually extending the OS. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Torsten Felzer, Darmstadt University of Technology        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp All Inclusive </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp M </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 2:50 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Catalina C - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2121.htm  | Wednesday_Other Wednesday Other | 
Accessibility And Design: A Failure Of The Imagination |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This presentation looks at the most common challenges of accessible design from the perspective of designers working on content for primary and secondary education. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Bob Regan, Macromedia; Alan Foley, North Carolina State University        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Internet/WWW </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 2:50 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> La Jolla B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2136.htm  | Wednesday_Internet/WWW Wednesday Internet/WWW | 
Streamlined: Designing Effective And Efficient Assistive Technology Services |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> The presentation provides an in-depth look at the tools and systems Gist Communications has developed to help assistive technology and augmentative communications service become more streamlined. The presentation is practical in nature and focuses on thre </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Fraser Scott, Gist Communication Services; Tricia Dawson, Gist Communication Services        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Assessment </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 2:50 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Catalina B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2166.htm  | Wednesday_Assessment Wednesday Assessment | 
Evaluation For SGD: Patients With Progressive Neuromuscular Disease |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This presentation will discuss the processes and Medicare guidelines for evaluating patients with progressive neuromotor disease (such as ALS) who require a speech generating device. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Amy Roman, A.C.T.S.        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp AAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp SL,M </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 2:50 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Pacific B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2169.htm  | Wednesday_AAC Wednesday AAC | 
Tactile Inkjet Mapping Project (TIMP): A New Printing Technique For Tactile Graphics |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> TIMP Project is developing a tactile printing process using new inkjet technology and establishing cognitively and cartographically-based design principles and symbols for tactile maps. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Helen Petrie, City University London        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DB </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 2:50 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Scottsdale - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2212.htm  | Wednesday_Blind_LV Wednesday Blind_LV | 
A Building That Adapts, The Murcia Project |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This session discusses two related projects based on smartcard technology. They are a building that adapts itself, and a system of locating people in the building in case of emergencies and handling the situation. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Michael Burks, ICDRI        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp All Inclusive </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 2:50 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Newport B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2226.htm  | Wednesday_Other Wednesday Other | 
Accessible Video In A Diverging Web Environment |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Developing accessible video for the Web using QuickTime, Windows Media Player, and a player developed in Macromedia Flash are discussed. PowerPoint and these players are used as examples. Source file for the Flash player is provided. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> David Klein, Law, Health Policy & Disability Center; Kenneth Thompson, Law, Health Policy & Disability Center        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Deaf/Hard of Hearing </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DHH,V </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 2:50 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> La Jolla A - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2243.htm  | Wednesday_Deaf/Hard of Hearing Wednesday Deaf/Hard of Hearing | 
Using PDAs To Foster Independence At Home And At School |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This progress report will present results of 15 trials using PDAs for memory and organization with 8-21 year-olds with cognitive disabilities or traumatic brain injury. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Yvonne Gillette, University Of Akron; Roberta Depompei, University Of Akron        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Cognitive </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DD,TBI </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 2:50 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Newport C - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2309.htm  | Wednesday_Cognitive Wednesday Cognitive | 
The Crucial Role of Expectations In Setting Communication And Literacy Goals: A Parent's Point Of View |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> The presenter, a special educator and parent of a child with multiple and cognitive disabilities, uses slides, stories and strategies to illustrate her daughter's unique learning process in using complex, language-rich communication technology, without th </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Bonnie Mintun, Prentke Romich Company        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp AAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DD,M,SL,V </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 2:50 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Catalina D - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2327.htm  | Wednesday_AAC Wednesday AAC | 
Workplace Accommodations |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This session will introduce the concept of making workplace accommodations, and present examples of accommodations for commonly encountered barriers. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Sarah Endicott, CATEA        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Employment </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 2:50 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Century A/B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2332.htm  | Wednesday_Employment Wednesday Employment | 
A Toolkit For AAC Evaluations |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> An evaluation toolkit will be demonstrated, including assessment and report formats, materials used, and feature matching software to best determine the optimum device or tools. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Debby Mcbride, AAC Connections, Inc.        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp AAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 2:50 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Pacific A - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2339.htm  | Wednesday_AAC Wednesday AAC | 
ViewPlus EmPrint, Ink Pro, Formatter, And Designer: Seeing And Feeling Is Believing! |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Superb information access for people with VI and LD using ViewPlus' new Windows printer/embossers and supporting Braille Formatter and Designer Software applications. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> John Gardner, ViewPlus Technologies, Inc        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DB,LD,V </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 2:50 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Boston - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2348.htm  | Wednesday_Blind_LV Wednesday Blind_LV | 
Overview Of The General Techniques For Web Content Accessibility Guidelines 2.0 |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This presentation explains relationships between the new Web Content Accessibility Guidelines 2.0 and associated techniques documents and describes how the documents assist developers and other. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> John Slatin, Accessibility Institute        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Internet/WWW </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 2:50 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Los Angeles - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2382.htm  | Wednesday_Internet/WWW Wednesday Internet/WWW | 
Working With OCR To Establish A Best Practices Model For Information Access |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This session presents a first-hand account of how CSU Fullerton worked with OCR to develop and implement a compliant resolution plan to improve timely access to instructional materials in alternate formats during 2004. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Jeff Senge, CSU, Fullerton        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp DAISY </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DB,LD,M,V </td></tr><tr><td> Wed. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/16/2005 </td><td> 2:50 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Denver - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2418.htm  | Wednesday_DAISY Wednesday DAISY | 
Instruction, Integration And Intervention: Recursive Writing Technology |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This lab models methods of integrating technologies into daily instruction, provides application ideas for recursive writing approaches and short-cuts for creating supports at diverse levels. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Bob Keller, Don Johnston, Inc        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Learning Disabilities </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp SL,LD </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 8:00 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 2:20 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Carmel - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2106.htm  | Thursday_Learning_Disabilities Thursday Learning_Disabilities | 
Supernova Reader Magnifier: New Speech Features |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Technology update and practical demonstration for anyone interested in computing systems for people who are blind or have low vision. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Steve Bennett, Dolphin Computer Access        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp V </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 8:00 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Denver - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2126.htm  | Thursday_Blind_LV Thursday Blind_LV | 
Unity Training And Assessment Curriculum |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This multimedia session will present computer-based activities designed to teach and measure skills needed to use the Unity language for the Vantage and Vanguard. Sequential computer-based activities to increase preliteracy will also be presented. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Dick Stein, Oakland Unified School District; Alice Wong, Stanford University, SDRC/Office of Accessible Ed.        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp AAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp SL,DD,LD </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 8:00 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Pacific A - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2142.htm  | Thursday_AAC Thursday AAC | 
Assist Online: Train The Trainer |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This presentation discusses ASSIST Online's Train the Trainer workshop (topics, enrollment, and costs). This workshop is open to all professionals who provide computer training to blind and visually impaired individuals. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Laurie Merryman, Iowa Department For The Blind; Shan Sasser, Iowa Department For The Blind; Michael Barber, Iowa Department For The Blind; Curtis Chong, Iowa Department For The Blind      </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp V,DB </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 8:00 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Atlanta - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2172.htm  | Thursday_Blind_LV Thursday Blind_LV | 
Case Studies Of Accessibility Approaches Among Electronic And Information Technology Manufacturers |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> ITTATC conducted a Case Study Project of industry companies related to their response to the amendments to Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act. This session describes the purpose, methodology, and results of this study. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Dennis Folds, Georgia Institute of Technology; Brad Fain, ITTATC        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp All Inclusive </td><td>Level:&nbsp Advanced </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 8:00 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> La Jolla A - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2208.htm  | Thursday_Other Thursday Other | 
Assistive Technology: Key To Unlocking Potential & Undreamed Of Possibilities In The Learning Disabled |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Correctly assess, select and integrate assistive technology to address the specific needs of every learning disabled individual, so that each may reach his/her full potential. Learn directly from an end user of assistive technology. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Izac Milstein Ross, TechLD.net        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Learning Disabilities </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp LD </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 8:00 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Marina - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2209.htm  | Thursday_Learning_Disabilities Thursday Learning_Disabilities | 
Developing A Low Cost Evaluation Lab |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> How to find, beg, borrow, and steal adaptive tools to create a low cost technology demonstration and evaluation lab. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Bob Utley, State of OK,Tech.Lab for Blindness/Low Vision; Paul Miller, State of OK, Tech. Lab for Blindness/Low Vision        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Assessment </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 8:00 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Newport B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2247.htm  | Thursday_Assessment Thursday Assessment | 
Helping Community-Based Organizations Serving Underrepresented  Populations Use Assistive Technology: Lessons Learned |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This panel discusses the lessons learned from three foundation sponsored projects aimed at increasing the use of AT by clients of CBOs serving underrepresented. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Stuart Hanson, The Center For Applied Local Research; Mary Lester, Alliance For Technology Access; Astrid Hendricks-Smith, The California Endowment; Jane Berliss-Vincent, Center For Accessible Technology; Gloria Rubio-Cortes, Community Technology Foundation of California     </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp All Inclusive </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 8:00 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> La Jolla B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2280.htm  | Thursday_Other Thursday Other | 
Producing Daisy Talking Books In The California Community Colleges |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This session discusses the High Tech Center Training Unit's first-hand experiences in creating a system for DAISY book production for the California community colleges. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Sam Ogami, High Tech Center Training Unit        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Postsecondary </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp LD,V </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 8:00 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Boston - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2296.htm  | Thursday_Postsecondary Thursday Postsecondary | 
Hands-Free Universal Computer Access For Persons With Multiple Disabilities: A Case Study |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> A case study is presented. Students, with multiple disabilities and no prior computer access, achieved effective and independent computer control using Cyberlink derived forehead brainwaves. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Andrew Junker, Brain Actuated Technologies, Inc        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp All Inclusive </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 8:00 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Pacific B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2319.htm  | Thursday_Other Thursday Other | 
Strategies For Building Accessible Learning Web Applications And Games With Macromedia Flash MX |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This presentation will explore some of the techniques employed and lessons learned in developing accessible Flash content for elementary school children. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Michael Jordan, Houghton Mifflin Company        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Internet/WWW </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp M,V </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 8:00 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Los Angeles - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2330.htm  | Thursday_Internet/WWW Thursday Internet/WWW | 
Workplace Accommodations And ADA Title1: Policy And The Metrics Of "Reasonable" |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This session discusses the "undue hardship" and "reasonable accommodation" concepts under ADA Title1, and suggests potential policy responses to help develop clearer application guidelines. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Paul Baker, RERC on  Workplace  Accommodations; Lynzee Head, RERC on Workplace Accommodations        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Employment </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 8:00 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Century C/D - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2351.htm  | Thursday_Employment Thursday Employment | 
British Telecom And Yahoo! Accessibility Efforts On The UK-Based BT/Yahoo! Internet Service |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Yahoo! And British Telecom face challenges in both their individual web presences and their co-branded United Kingdom-based BT/Yahoo! Service. This session details successes and challenges encountered in their accessibility initiative. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Larry Goldberg, WGBH; Anne Toth, Yahoo! Inc; Matt Berardo, Yahoo!; Rob Hull, BT Group      </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Internet/WWW </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 8:00 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Newport C - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2374.htm  | Thursday_Internet/WWW Thursday Internet/WWW | 
Boardmaker Plus: An Exciting New Way To Bring Boardmaker Activities To Life |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Boardmaker Plus brings Boardmaker activities to life in a brand new way. Learn how easy it is to create print-based and interactive computer activities with this newly enhanced version of Boardmaker. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Lisa Petit, Mayer-Johnson Inc; Sally Long, Mayer-Johnson Inc        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp AAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp B,DHH,DD,LD,M,SL,TBI </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 8:00 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 2:20 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Chicago/Dallas - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2386.htm  | Thursday_AAC Thursday AAC | 
Introduction To Accessible Information Technology In Education: A Webcourse |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> In this session, we describe the design, development and use of Introduction to Accessible Information Technology in Education, a comprehensive webcourse on accessible IT. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Dagmar Amtmann, University of Washington; Mark Harniss, Cntr For Tech And Disab, Univ Of WA; Jeff Witzel, University Of Washington/UWCTDS       </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp AccessIT </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 8:00 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Century A/B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2390.htm  | Thursday_AccessIT Thursday AccessIT | 
Techniques For Creating Accessible PDF Files Using Adobe Acrobat |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> A demonstration by Adobe of techniques for creating accessible PDF files. The appropriate technique is determined by the PDF file's characteristic and its intended use. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Loretta Guarino Reid, Adobe Systems Inc; Greg Pisocky, Adobe Systems, Inc.        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp EASI </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp M,V </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 8:00 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Scottsdale - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2403.htm  | Thursday_EASI Thursday EASI | 
Efficient And Effective Tools And Strategies For AAC Assessment In Adults With Neurogenic Communication Disorders: From Case History  To Funding |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This session will present: Strategies and tools for efficient and effective AAC assessment for adults with neurogenic communication disorders from gathering the case history to assist in evaluation planning to completing funding documentation. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Pamela Mathy, Dept Of Speech And Hearing Science        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp USSAAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp SL </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 8:00 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 2:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Catalina C - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/nopaper.htm  | Thursday_USSAAC Thursday USSAAC | 
One Switch? Two Switch? Old Switch? New Switch? Alternative Access To SGDs. |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This session will explore the use of alternative access to SGDs with a variety of switches and communication devices. Single, dual, and multiple switch access will be discussed in addition to the use of IR pointing devices. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Lisa Bardach, USSAAC        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp USSAAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp SL </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 8:00 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Catalina B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/nopaper.htm  | Thursday_USSAAC Thursday USSAAC | 
AAC 101: An Introduction And Overview - Part 1 |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This set of six consecutive sessions will help individuals with very little knowledge of AAC to understand the basics of assessment and documentation. Hour 1 of this 6 hours track provides an historical overview, perspective, and discussion of the progres </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Lyle Lloyd, Purdue AAC Program        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp USSAAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp SL </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 8:00 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Catalina D - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/nopaper.htm  | Thursday_USSAAC Thursday USSAAC | 
Students Assessing Their Assistive Technology Needs For Transition From School To Work Using Software |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Students with disabilities in their last year of high school review their assistive technology needs to incorporate into their 'Transitional Plan'. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Lorraine Cleeton, Edinboro University of Pennsylvania        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Assessment </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> La Jolla A - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2094.htm  | Thursday_Assessment Thursday Assessment | 
Integrated Word Study Ensures Success |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Participants explore the scientific basis for the approaches used in Simon S.I.O. and WordMaker. Participants are introduced to pre-screening/placement tools, preferences and data collection options. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Jason Burke, Don Johnston Incorporated        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Learning Disabilities </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp SL,LD </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Los Angeles - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2102.htm  | Thursday_Learning_Disabilities Thursday Learning_Disabilities | 
Innovative Assistive Solutions For HP Products |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> HP partners with innovative companies such as VisuAide to create products that improve the lives of its customers and allow them to use information technology. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Michael Takemura, Hewlett Packard Company; Ivan Lagace, VisuAide        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp V,LD </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Denver - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2112.htm  | Thursday_Blind_LV Thursday Blind_LV | 
Adults And AAC: It's More Than 'I Need My Glasses' |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This session will examine the communication needs of adults with acquired disabilities, messaging, vocabulary, and text will be addressed as well as various access modes including imbedded head pointing and scanning. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Jane Odom, Prentke Romich Company; Froma Cummings, Arizona Department of Education        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Aging </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp SL,M </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Pacific A - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2140.htm  | Thursday_Aging Thursday Aging | 
Take A Trip To The Planet Wobble:  A New And Accessible World Of Reading And Writing! |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Come and see this new, fully accessible reading and writing series for K-3 children of all abilities, and older students with learning disabilities. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Kevin Lynch, Crick Software Ltd.        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp K-12 </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DHH,LD,SL </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Century C/D - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2153.htm  | Thursday_k_12 Thursday k_12 | 
Supporting Social Participation For Individuals With Significant Communication Disabilities |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This session will highlight techniques for encouraging meaningful social participation for people who use AAC through social scripts, social networking, and increased communication opportunities. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Stephanie Williams, DynaVox Systems        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp AAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DD,SL </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Pacific B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2195.htm  | Thursday_AAC Thursday AAC | 
AccessibilityXM: Latest Bobby Features From Watchfire |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> AccessibilityXM extends Bobby to support automated Web accessibility evaluation. New features demonstrated include new guidelines, manual evaluation support, and issue management. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Michael Cooper, Watchfire        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Internet/WWW </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> La Jolla B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2281.htm  | Thursday_Internet/WWW Thursday Internet/WWW | 
Guidelines For The Development Of Entertaining Software |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Entertainment is essential for everyone including disabled persons. Guidelines for development of new products is important, and a proposal is developed in the UPS-project. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Daniel Scheidegger, Center For Assistive Technology        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Learning Disabilities </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp B,DHH,DD,LD,V </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Newport C - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2306.htm  | Thursday_Learning_Disabilities Thursday Learning_Disabilities | 
Advocacy Strategies: Using The Law To Increase Accessibility Of E&IT And Telecommunications |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> After attending this session, participants will better understand recent case law involving accessible electronic information technology and telecommunications, and they will be able to use some of the techniques discussed here to enforce their own legal  </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Lainey Feingold, Law Offices of Elaine B. Feingold; Timothy Creagan, ITTATC        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp All Inclusive </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DB,DHH,M,V </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Newport B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2337.htm  | Thursday_Other Thursday Other | 
Battle Of The File Formats: Electronic Documents And Structural Integrity |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This session compares HTML, Adobe PDF, Microsoft Word, ASCII, and DAISY3 on how they preserve document structure, and whether assistive technologies can access that structure. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Terry Thompson, AccessIT-Natl Ctr On Accessible Tec        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp AccessIT </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Century A/B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2391.htm  | Thursday_AccessIT Thursday AccessIT | 
Litigation And Legislation Trends In Accessible IT & Telecommunications |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This presentation provides a general overview of selected litigation and legislation trends concerning accessible cell phones, textbooks, web sites, voting machines and state computer systems. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Cynthia Waddell, ICDRI        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp EASI </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Scottsdale - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2406.htm  | Thursday_EASI Thursday EASI | 
Mouse Skills To Masterpieces: Confidence Building With Art |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Paint incredible pictures with simple mouse strokes and build confidence. Try 3 projects. Adapt software to accommodate diverse student needs. Bring your creativity! Free software. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Laura Cryer, Granada Learning        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Tool Factory </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp B,DD,LD,SL </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Plaza B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/nopaper.htm  | Thursday_Tool_Factory Thursday Tool_Factory | 
Switching To Switches: A Structured Approach |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Learn switch mounting, correct positioning, then experiment with switch-compatible software. Stimulate pressing, timing, multiple presses, and use two switches at the same time. Free software. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Paul Nuttall, SEMERC        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Tool Factory </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DD,LD,M,SL </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Plaza C - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/nopaper.htm  | Thursday_Tool_Factory Thursday Tool_Factory | 
New Tools For Transcribers And Blind Musicians From Dancing Dots And Duxbury |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Demonstrating break-through technology integration for transcribing material with both expository text and musical examples into Braille. MusicXML import facilitates access to source files from publishers. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Bill McCann, Dancing Dots        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp V </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Atlanta - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2461.htm  | Thursday_Blind_LV Thursday Blind_LV | 
AAC An Employment: Student Transition From School To Career |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Many people who have physical disabilities requiring them to use assistive technology seek meaningful employment. This presentation shows the process of accomplishing that goal. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Gaylon Ponder, Body Tech/ Words+, Inc.        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp AAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp M,SL,TBI </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Marina - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2463.htm  | Thursday_AAC Thursday AAC | 
IF YOU WOULD ASK US…WE COULD TELL YOU: A Consumer Forum On The Design And Other Issues Associated With AAC And SGDs  |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This will be an open discussion forum for augmented communicators and their caregivers in which individuals are being asked to provide their valuable feedback to the AAC vendor community on topics such as product development, support services and the role of the individual using AAC with the manufacturers.  </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Rachel Smitheman, DynaVox Technologies </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp USSAAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp SL </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 2:20 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Catalina D - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/nopaper.htm  | Thursday_USSAAC Thursday USSAAC |
Accessible Books From Printed Books |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Taking the printed book and converting into accessible formats in a few hours, not days. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Doug Powles, Colligo Corp.        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp All Inclusive </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Boston - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/nopaper.htm  | Thursday_Other Thursday Other | 
Collecting Language Samples Using AAC Dynamic Display Systems |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This session will present procedures to collect language samples from individuals who rely on AAC dynamic display systems such as the Dynavox. Tools and procedures to collect, analyze, and report performance will be reviewed along with comparisons of ease </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Katya Hill, AAC Institute        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp USSAAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp SL </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Catalina B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/nopaper.htm  | Thursday_USSAAC Thursday USSAAC | 
AAC 101: An Introduction And Overview - Part 2 |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This set of six sessions will  help individuals with very little knowledge of AAC to understand the basics of assessment and documentation. Hour 2 of this 6 hour track provides a synopsis and overview of the six (6) SGD codes, categories and equipment. Th </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Iris Fishman, USSAAC; Patricia Ourand, Associated Speech & Language Srvs.        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp USSAAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp SL </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 3:00 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Catalina D - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/nopaper.htm  | Thursday_USSAAC Thursday USSAAC | 
A Weekly Newspaper For Special Education; Improving Student Performance Through News-Related Activities |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This presentation will establish the vital role News-2-You can play in today's special needs classroom. The presenter will share various newspaper-based teaching strategies now in use. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Jacquie Clark, News-2-You, Inc.        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp K-12 </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Marina - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2072.htm  | Thursday_k_12 Thursday k_12 | 
Using WYNN And The SQ3R Method To Support The Older Struggling Student |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> In this presentation we will demonstrate how high school and college level students are using the SQ3R Method with the WYNN software program. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Peggy Dalton, Freedom Scientific        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Learning Disabilities </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp LD </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> La Jolla A - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2087.htm  | Thursday_Learning_Disabilities Thursday Learning_Disabilities | 
Out And About: AAC In The Community |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This presentation describes a heterogeneous community group of AAC users (ambulatory and using wheelchairs, variety of devices, age range 3-28) and family members. We will discuss issues such as: WHY a community group is helpful, WHO might come, WHERE gro </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Caroline Musselwhite, Special Communications; Jane Odom, Prentke Romich Company; Deanna Wagner, Southwest Human Development       </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp AAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp SL,TBI,M,DD </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Pacific A - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2139.htm  | Thursday_AAC Thursday AAC | 
Portable Delivery Of Content For The Print Disabled |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Bookshare.org and BookCourier provide an integrated content service and portable reading device for print-disabled users. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Peter Scialli, Benetech; Steve Gomas, Springer Design, Inc.        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp DAISY </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp V,DB,LD </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Denver - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2150.htm  | Thursday_DAISY Thursday DAISY | 
Help With Reading And Writing Using Tools From TextHelp Systems |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> A demonstration of key products including Read & Write Gold, incorporating universal design to provide users with a seamless and powerful way to improve reading and writing tasks. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Steven Heller, Texthelp Systems Inc.        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Learning Disabilities </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp LD </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> La Jolla B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2156.htm  | Thursday_Learning_Disabilities Thursday Learning_Disabilities | 
Topics In Java Accessibility |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> The latest in Windows screen reader support for Java; tools and techniques for developers and web deployment of accessible Java; and speech recognition in Java!</td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Peter Korn, Sun Microsystems; Willie Walker, Rich Burridge, Sun Microsystems; Lynn Monsanto, Sun Microsystems </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp All Inclusive </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate</td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Thursday. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 2:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Atlanta/Boston - Marriott</td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/nopaper.htm  | Thursday_Other Thursday Other |
The Sun Java Desktop: Basic UNIX Accessibility|  <table><tr><td colspan=3>The Sun Java Desktop - in Solaris 10 and soon with Sun's Linux - is an incredibly affordable, powerful, accessible desktop. We will demonstrate all the accessibility features.</td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Peter Korn, Sun Microsystems; Pete De Vasto, Adobe Systems </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp All Inclusive </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Thursday. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 3:20 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Atlanta/Boston - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/nopaper.htm  | Wednesday_Other Wednesday Other | 
Accessible UNIX Productivity Applications |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Real UNIX accessibility means blind, low vision, and alternate keyboard access to productivity apps. We will demonstrate this with StarOffice, Mozilla, Evolution, Adobe PDF, and others.</td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Peter Korn, Sun Microsystems; Pete De Vasto, Adobe Systems </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp All Inclusive </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Thursday. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 4:10 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Atlanta/Boston - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/nopaper.htm  | Wednesday_Other Wednesday Other |
WorkForce Accessibility: Ensuring Computing Is Accessible To All |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Access to employment options is vital. This session will explore ways all state's Work Force Investment centers can become programmatically accessible based on success in West Virginia. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Jamie Hayhurst, West Virginia AT System; Kellie Jo Gavran, Center for Excellence in Disabilities        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Employment </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Newport C - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2177.htm  | Thursday_Employment Thursday Employment | 
Dynamic Versus Static Display Electronic Devices: Device Suitability For The Best Outcome |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> From experience, compare the Optimist with The Grid to the Macaw. Review the likely suitability of these completely different systems by matching the user's needs. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Adam Weiss, ZYGO Industries, Inc.        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp AAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Pacific B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2216.htm  | Thursday_AAC Thursday AAC | 
Virtual Pencil, Interactive Algebra Software For Pencil-Impaired Students |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Our software helps teach arithmetic and algebra to kids that are pencil impaired, by testing and tutoring them. It simulates a pencil moving around the screen making learning easier. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Ted Henter, Henter Math; Jim Watson, Henter Math        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp K-12 </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp LD,M,V </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Century C/D - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2222.htm  | Thursday_k_12 Thursday k_12 | 
Implementation And Acceptance Of Assistive Technology For Students With Limited English Proficiency |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> A lecture describing barriers to use of Assistive Technology (AT) by students with Limited English Proficiency and presenting strategies to increase acceptance of AT. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Adriana Carpio, Assistive Learning Consulting        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Learning Disabilities </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp LD </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Newport B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2354.htm  | Thursday_Learning_Disabilities Thursday Learning_Disabilities | 
Promoting Accessible Technology Within Postsecondary Computing Organizations: Do's and Don'ts |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> With computing administrators, discuss strategies for promoting the procurement and development of accessible technology to central computing services on your campus. What works. What doesn't. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Sheryl Burgstahler, DO-IT / Access IT / University of Washington; David Cook, University of Texas at Austin, Enterprise Info. Sv        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp AccessIT </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Century A/B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2394.htm  | Thursday_AccessIT Thursday AccessIT | 
Accessible Web Authoring With Macromedia Dreamweaver MX 2004 |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This is a demonstration of Macromedia Dreamweaver support for designing accessible websites that comply with accessibility standards and demonstrate its built-in accessibility validation tool. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Bob Regan, Macromedia        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp EASI </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Scottsdale - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2405.htm  | Thursday_EASI Thursday EASI | 
On Track For Reading Success |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Dissect the reading process. Try activities for letter correspondence, phonemic awareness, letter word tracking. Discuss implementation of a differentiated reading program. Free software. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Laura Cryer, Granada Learning        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Tool Factory </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp B,DD,LD,M,SL </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Plaza B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/nopaper.htm  | Thursday_Tool_Factory Thursday Tool_Factory | 
Touch Screens And The development Of Coordination Skills |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> It’s a natural instinct to use our hands! Try touch screens, explore software activities, learn implementation methods. Relevant for trackball or joystick users too. Free software. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Paul Nuttall, SEMERC        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Tool Factory </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DD,LD,M </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Plaza C - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/nopaper.htm  | Thursday_Tool_Factory Thursday Tool_Factory | 
Early Braille Readers Project: Providing Braille Technology In The Primary Grades |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> A discussion of the Early Braille Readers Project, which provided electronic Braille writers and peripherals to students aged 5 to 7 in the state of Texas. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Holly Cooper, Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired; Sharon Nichols, Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp V </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Boston - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2457.htm  | Thursday_Blind_LV Thursday Blind_LV | 
Technology Solutions For Students With Emotional & Behavioral Disorders |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This session will provide a discussion of hardware, software and web-based activities established through a state funded grant for students with emotional disability. We examine the results computer labs setup exclusively for the use of elementary, middle </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Sharron Rush, Knowbility Inc; Julia Long, Austin Independent School District        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp K-12 </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp B,LD </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Chicago/Dallas - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/nopaper.htm  | Thursday_k_12 Thursday k_12 | 
Accessibility Of Eclipse And Jdeveloper For Visually Impaired Software Engineers |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This paper presents the result of an investigation concerning the use of Eclipse (1)(2) and JDeveloper(3) for developing jave applications by blind and visually impaired software engineers. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Alireza Darvishy,         </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Advanced </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp B </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Atlanta - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2489.htm  | Thursday_Blind_LV Thursday Blind_LV | 
Enhancing Accessibility Through Usability Inspections And Usability Testing |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This session proposes usability methods including heuristic inspections and controlled task user testing as formulas for ensuring accessible user experience. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Mike Paciello, The Paciello Group, TPG        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Internet/WWW </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Los Angeles - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2509.htm  | Thursday_Internet/WWW Thursday Internet/WWW | 
Electronic Screen Media And Intelligent Agents For Persons With Autism Spectrum Disorders: Results Of A Survey |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This study investigated the use of Electronic Screen Media (ESM) and the use of computer-based Intelligent Agents as a way to effect and change behavior and improve the communication skills of persons with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). Results of  a su </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Howard Shane, Children's Hospital Of Boston; Patti Ducoff, Children's Hospital Boston        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp USSAAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DD,SL </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Catalina B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/nopaper.htm  | Thursday_USSAAC Thursday USSAAC | 
I Can Write: Integrating Literacy And Access Hands-On |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Learn how students can be writing sentences and paragraphs in less than 5 minutes using IntelliTools Classroom Suite, Overlay Maker 3, and IntelliKeys. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Suzanne Feit, IntelliTools, Inc.; Lucinda Ray, IntelliTools, Inc.        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp K-12 </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DD,LD,M,SL,V </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Carmel - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2585.htm  | Thursday_k_12 Thursday k_12 | 
Validation Issues Concerning Automated Data Logging |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This presentation will focus on the clinical considerations of using Automated Data Logging techniques for the analysis of the communication performance of augmentative communications. Emphasis will be placed on determining the clinical validity and limit </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Jeff Higginbotham, University of Buffalo        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp USSAAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp SL </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Catalina C - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/nopaper.htm  | Thursday_USSAAC Thursday USSAAC | 
AAC 101: An Introduction And Overview - Part 3 |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This set of six sessions will  help individuals with very little knowledge of AAC to understand the basics of assessment and documentation. Hour 3 of this 6 hour track includes a discussion of the role of cognition and linguistic skills and deficits when  </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Iris Fishman, USSAAC; Patricia Ourand, Associated Speech & Language Srvs.        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp USSAAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp SL </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 3:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Catalina D - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/nopaper.htm  | Thursday_USSAAC Thursday USSAAC | 
Producing Multi-level Tactile Edge Maps From Vector Graphics |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> An automatic vector graphic to tactile conversion method is proposed. Braille outline pictures are produced where significant outlines are stressed. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Stephen Krufka, University of Delaware        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DD,V </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 12:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Poster Board B  - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2310.htm  | Thursday_Blind_LV Thursday Blind_LV | 
Factors That Impact Literacy Development In Three Young Children Who Use AAC |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This study examined the literacy development over three academic years of three young children with speech and motor disabilities who were learning to use AAC. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Carole Isakson, University of Washington /Do It        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp AAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DD,M,SL </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 12:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Poster Board A - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2353.htm  | Thursday_AAC Thursday AAC | 
Switching Off Single Switches |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Learn how to use SoftTouch's Steps To Learning model and the IntelliKeys keyboard to move from single switch selection to two switches, step scanning, turn taking, selection from multiple items and beyond! Participants will receive sample CD and training  </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Linda Bidabe, SoftTouch Inc.        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp K-12 </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DHH,SL,M,DD,B </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 2:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:50 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Carmel - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2079.htm  | Thursday_k_12 Thursday k_12 | 
When You Picture It, Students Achieve It |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Learn about both Picture It and PixWriter in this hands-on lab. Create great materials for students in English or Spanish. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Jean Slater, Slater Software, Inc.; Jim Slater, Slater Software, Inc.        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp K-12 </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DHH,SL,TBI,DD,B,LD </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 2:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:50 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Chicago/Dallas - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2097.htm  | Thursday_k_12 Thursday k_12 | 
Imagine... No Limits-Your Struggling Readers Will Read It All! |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Create a positive an successful environment for struggling readers with print and computer books and the defining role "considerate text" plays in students' reading. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Jason Burke, Don Johnston Incorporated        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Learning Disabilities </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp SL,LD </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 2:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Century A/B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2103.htm  | Thursday_Learning_Disabilities Thursday Learning_Disabilities | 
Calling Out The "New Ability" Industry And Making It Grow |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> The presentation discusses the need for all organizations in the "new ability" industry to aggregate and form a globally recognized industry. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> John Chmela, World Ability Federation; Bill Smith, World Ability Federation        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp All Inclusive </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 2:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Los Angeles - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2122.htm  | Thursday_Other Thursday Other | 
Tools For Managing Device Transitions |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Transition is the achievement of a successful implementation of the user's current device. The development of tools and resources to assist in the transition stages is the focus of this presentation. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Annalee Anderson, Prentke Romich Company        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp AAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp SL </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 2:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Pacific B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2185.htm  | Thursday_AAC Thursday AAC | 
Art As Tools For Inclusion |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Presenting a study of the courses of an organization SHAREMUSIC, which uses arts and artistic tools to support the development of persons with special needs. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Magnus Magnusson, Stockholm Institute of Teaching        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Assessment </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp B,DD,LD,M,SL,TBI </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 2:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Newport C - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2199.htm  | Thursday_Assessment Thursday Assessment | 
Overview Of Technology Transfer For Assistive Technology: Key Processes, Mechanisms, And Stakeholders |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Understanding the process of technology transfer is critical to improving the number and quality of AT products in the marketplace. This model explores the process. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Tracy Gray, National Center for Technology Innovation; Christina Diamond, National Center for Technology Innovation        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp All Inclusive </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 2:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Century C/D - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2249.htm  | Thursday_Other Thursday Other | 
Delivering On The Promise: Getting Assistive Technology To Customers |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This session will provide an overview of how the United States Federal Government and assistive technology vendors, service providers, and developers need to work together to ensure increased accessibility and productivity for federal employees with disab </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Dinah Cohen, Computer/Electronic Accom Prgm; Derek Shields, Axiom Resource Managment, Inc.; Michael Young, Axiom Resource Management, Inc.       </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Employment </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 2:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> La Jolla A - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2260.htm  | Thursday_Employment Thursday Employment | 
Visionaries And Voices: How We See The World Though Our Own Art |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This session will highlight how the studio for persons with disabilities was started and what types of equipment and accommodations are used by the artist. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Eileen Kempf, UCP of Cincinnati/Visionaries & Voices        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp All Inclusive </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 2:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Newport B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2268.htm  | Thursday_Other Thursday Other | 
AFB Tech Product Evaluations: Blood Pressure Monitors, Cell Phones, And Office Equipment |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This lecture discusses AFB TECH projects evaluating accessibility of blood pressure monitors, cell phones, and office products for people who are blind or visually impaired. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Mark Uslan, American Foundation F/T Blind; Darren Burton, AccessWorld Solutions,American Found. F/T Blind; Taine Duncan, American Foundation for the Blind       </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp V </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 2:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Denver - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2302.htm  | Thursday_Blind_LV Thursday Blind_LV | 
Informational Session On The "AT Applications Certificate Program (ATACP)" |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Come learn about the largest AT Certificate program in that nation! The "Assistive Technology Applications Certificate Program (ATACP)" has been in existence since 1997 and currently has over 50 classes of participants to date. We will share the philosoph </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Damien Wimbush, Center on Disabilities - CSUN; Kirk Behnke, Center on Disabilities - CSUN        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Assessment </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 2:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Marina - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2371.htm  | Thursday_Assessment Thursday Assessment | 
Making Electronic Books To Engage Students With Autism Severe Or Multiple Disabilities |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Make literacy come alive for your students. Strategies in designing and presenting electronic stories in the form of social stories, music and thematic units in electronic book format using My Own BookShelf will be demonstrated. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Anthony Goss, Kern County Supt of Schools; Rob Hefner, Kern County Superintendent of Schools; Jackie Cooper-Glen, Kern County Superintendent of Schools       </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp K-12 </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp B,LD,M,SL </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 2:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Pacific A - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2378.htm  | Thursday_k_12 Thursday k_12 | 
Accessibility In Mac OS X And Accessible Digital Learning |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This presentation will demonstrate the accessibility features of Mac OS X such as QuickTime Closed Captioning, Speech Recognition, text to speech, and more. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Mary Beth Janes, Apple; Mike Shebanek, Apple; Dianna Williamson, Apple Computer, Inc. Carol Anne McGuire, Apple      </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp EASI </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 2:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Scottsdale - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/nopaper.htm  | Thursday_EASI Thursday EASI | 
New Accessibility Model for Microsoft Windows |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Microsoft Windows User Interface (UI) Automation is the new accessibility framework for Microsoft Windows and is intended to address the needs of assistive technology products and automated testing frameworks by providing programmatic access to informatio </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Rob Haverty, Microsoft        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp All Inclusive </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 2:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> La Jolla B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2428.htm  | Thursday_Other Thursday Other | 
Words To Wisdom: Customizing A Word Processor For LD And ESL |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Writing projects don't have to be hard work! Spice up projects with speech, sound effects, and video. Activate speech engine, customize for ability. Free software. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Heather Chirtea, Tool Factory        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Tool Factory </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp B,DD,LD,SL </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 2:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Plaza B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/nopaper.htm  | Thursday_Tool_Factory Thursday Tool_Factory | 
A Voice And A Choice: Software For Adults With Cognitive Impairments |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Use assistive technology to improve self determination with mental retardation clients. Explore pre-vocational activities and daily living skill reinforcement. Reach goals of independence. Free software. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Susan Leech, Infogrip, Inc.        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Tool Factory </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DD,LD </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 2:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Plaza C - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/nopaper.htm  | Thursday_Tool_Factory Thursday Tool_Factory | 
AAC Use By Persons With Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis And Traumatic Brain Injury. |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This presentation will describe the long-term outcomes of persons with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis and traumatic brain injury who use AAC technology. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> David Beukelman, University Of Nebraska/Lincoln        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp USSAAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp M,SL,TBI </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 2:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Catalina B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/nopaper.htm  | Thursday_USSAAC Thursday USSAAC | 
Developing Visual Skills And Communication Systems For Children Who Face Cortical Visual Impairments |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Children who face significant challenges, may also exhibit difficulties using their vision effectively, due to cortical vision impairment. How do we design adaptations and augmentative communication strategies to enhance vision development, cognition, and </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Linda Burkhart,         </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp USSAAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DD,SL,V </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 2:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Catalina C - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/nopaper.htm  | Thursday_USSAAC Thursday USSAAC | 
Introducing The Accessibility Consultant Chooser:  An Online Tool |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> ITTATC has developed a web-based tool that steps you through the process of finding an accessibility consultant. This session will introduce and demonstrate features of the tool. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Deborah Bursa, ITTATC        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Internet/WWW </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 3:20 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Century A/B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2082.htm  | Thursday_Internet/WWW Thursday Internet/WWW | 
Evaluating The Effectiveness Of Spell Checkers For Students With Specific Learning Difficulties |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> A framework for evaluating the effectiveness of spell checkers to help assistive technologists to make more informed choices for those with specific learning difficulties. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Abi James, Dyslexic.com; E.A. Draffan, Assistive Technology Group, School of Informatics        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Learning Disabilities </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp LD </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 3:20 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> La Jolla B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2096.htm  | Thursday_Learning_Disabilities Thursday Learning_Disabilities | 
Towards An On-Line Community Promoting Design For All In Europe |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This session reports on European networking activities targeted to promoting Design for All principles, methods and techniques, as well as the virtual collaboration and knowledge-sharing tools developed for supporting such networking activities. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Constantine Stephanidis, ICS-FORTH        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp All Inclusive </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 3:20 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> La Jolla A - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2151.htm  | Thursday_Other Thursday Other | 
A New Spectacle Mounted Auto Focus System For Low Vision |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This session details the features and application of a new auto focusing Keplerian telescope system from Japan. It automatically focuses between 12 inches and infinity and features a 16.4 degree field of view. The product has application for both children </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Annette Fasnacht, Optelec US Inc.; Marie Roy, Optelec US Inc        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp V </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 3:20 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Denver - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2190.htm  | Thursday_Blind_LV Thursday Blind_LV | 
Platform Independent And Web-Based AT Outcome Data Collection Tools |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This presentation will discuss and demonstrate various platform and web-based AT outcome data collection tools that have been developed by the Consortium for Assistive Technology Outcomes Research (CATOR) funded through NIDRR. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Frank DeRuyter, Duke University Medical Center; Dan Saldana, Duke University Medical Center        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Assessment </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 3:20 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Los Angeles - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2256.htm  | Thursday_Assessment Thursday Assessment | 
Why I Use More Than One Communication Device |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Using AAC technology and humor, the presenter explains why he needs more than one kind of AAC technology to live a full life. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Michael Williams, Augmentative Communication Inc.        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp USSAAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp SL </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 3:20 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Catalina C - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2282.htm  | Thursday_USSAAC Thursday USSAAC | 
Over-Done: When Web Accessibility Techniques Replace True Inclusive User Centered Design |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This timely presentation proposes "Case-Study" based approaches to best practices for creating highly usable accessible web environments and a model for evolution of standards creation. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Jennifer Bilotta, User Insight        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Internet/WWW </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DHH,LD,M,TBI,V </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 3:20 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Marina - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2283.htm  | Thursday_Internet/WWW Thursday Internet/WWW | 
Improved Spelling For Persons With Learning Disabilities |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> The REACH Sound-It-Out Phonetic Keyboard will be demonstrated. Results of an experimental evaluation will be presented showing significant increases in spelling accuracy. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> James Schroeder, Applied Human Factors, Inc.        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Learning Disabilities </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp LD </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 3:20 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Century C/D - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2323.htm  | Thursday_Learning_Disabilities Thursday Learning_Disabilities | 
An Open Architecture For The Development Of Affordable Next-Generation AAC Devices |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> We discuss a new architecture for the creation of powerful, yet affordable AAC devices. Demonstrations of two prototypes will be presented, and possibilities for future enhancements will be showcased. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Paul Blair, UCSD; Ravi Singh, UCSD        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp AAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DHH,DD,SL,TBI </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 3:20 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Pacific B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2347.htm  | Thursday_AAC Thursday AAC | 
The Task-Based User Interface Filter Accessibility Tool For Website Navigation |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This task-based user interface tool allows users with changing, loosely-defined search goals to interact with data by navigating websites in a hierarchical, context-driven, task-based mode. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Jesse Walker, University of Dayton Research Institute; Sarah Swierenga, Michigan State University        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Internet/WWW </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp LD,V </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 3:20 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Newport C - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2380.htm  | Thursday_Internet/WWW Thursday Internet/WWW | 
Accessible PowerPoint On The Web: Tools That Can Help |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This presentation provides an overview of software that exports PowerPoint presentations into accessible html presentations. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Richard Banks, EASI: Equal Access To Softwr & Info; Elizabeth Coombs, EASI: Equal Access To Software & Information; Norman Coombs, EASI: Equal Access To Softwr & Info       </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp EASI </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 3:20 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Scottsdale - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2402.htm  | Thursday_EASI Thursday EASI | 
Accessibility Of Destination-Based Elevator Control Systems For People With Disabilities |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This paper describes the features and benefits of a new destination-based elevator control system for high rise buildings. It shows how the accessibility features of this elevator system will improve its usability for people with disabilities. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Wade Montague, Otis Elevator, Otis Engineering Center; Caesar Eghtesadi, AccessWorld Solutions,American Found. F/T Blind; Darren Burton, AccessWorld Solutions,American Found. F/T Blind       </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp All Inclusive </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 3:20 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Newport B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2411.htm  | Thursday_Other Thursday Other | 
Using Web Content To Enhance Augmentative Communication |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> We describe a "web crawler" that autonomously collects text concerning particular topics. This text can be used in vocabulary-related AAC applications, including word prediction. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Greg Lesher, DynaVox Technologies; Jeff Higginbotham, University of Buffalo        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp AAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp SL </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 3:20 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Pacific A - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2414.htm  | Thursday_AAC Thursday AAC | 
Gizmos, Gadgets, And Games |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> See switches, trackballs, and mini-mice in action! Using a variety of customizable software programs. Learn and play at the same time with hands-on practice. Free software. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Heather Chirtea, Tool Factory        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Tool Factory </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DD,LD,M,SL </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 3:20 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Plaza B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/nopaper.htm  | Thursday_Tool_Factory Thursday Tool_Factory | 
101 Uses For Mounting Devices |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Learn to mount switches, trackballs, keyboards, and other input devices. Explore removable suction pads, mounting arms, and Velcro pads. Adapt devices for multiple student needs. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Gordon Woodrow, Tool Factory, Inc.        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Tool Factory </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp M </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 3:20 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Plaza C - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/nopaper.htm  | Thursday_Tool_Factory Thursday Tool_Factory | 
We're Talking. But Is Anyone Listening? A Different Perspective on AAC. |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> If a tree falls in the forest, does anyone hear it? Certainly language and literacy are critical goals when working with any non-verbal communicator. But aren't they really just part of the bigger pictures: achieving knowledge and social interaction? This </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Richard Ellenson, Blue Elephant Advertising        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp USSAAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp SL </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 3:20 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Catalina B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/nopaper.htm  | Thursday_USSAAC Thursday USSAAC | 
The Advantages Of Communicating On A Single Dynamic Page |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This presentation details strategies to communicate on a single dynamic communication page, so that a conversation can be quick and efficient for AAC users. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Rick Hohn, DynaVox Systems LLC and Enkidu Research; Jennifer Johnson, DynaVox Systems LLC and Enkidu Research        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp AAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp M,SL </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 4:10 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Pacific A - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2076.htm  | Thursday_AAC Thursday AAC | 
Talking Book Playback Systems: Then, Now And To Come |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Telex will show products for Talking Book Playback including the Scholar and Daisy Players and how they work in education. Telex will also show new products and the market trend. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Blake Erickson, Telex Communications, Inc.        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp All Inclusive </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp LD,V </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 4:10 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Marina - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2101.htm  | Thursday_Other Thursday Other | 
Japanese Industrial Standard Of Web Content Accessibility Guidelines And International Standard Harmonization |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> We present JIS X 8341-3, Web Content Guidelines for older persons and persons with disabilities, and Japanese activities in terms of outreach and international standard harmonization. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Takayuki Watanabe, Tokyo Woman's Christian University; Tatsuo Seki, INSTAC Japanese Standard Association; Hazime Yamada, Tokyo University       </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Internet/WWW </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DB,DHH,LD,M,V </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 4:10 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Newport C - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2162.htm  | Thursday_Internet/WWW Thursday Internet/WWW | 
Creating And Delivering Accessible PDF Documents Using Adobe Acrobat Solutions |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Solutions with Adobe Acrobat now provide authors with the components to enable PDF accessibility. This presentation will demonstrate the procedures for creating accessible PDF documents. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Sean Keegan, High Tech Center Training Unit        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Internet/WWW </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp V,DB,LD </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 4:10 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> La Jolla B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2167.htm  | Thursday_Internet/WWW Thursday Internet/WWW | 
Technology To Create Readers From Special Ed Non-Readers |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> What dos it take for LD students to learn to read and how can computer technology enhance the process? From research to practice to successful results, you'll learn how reading software can reduce the cost of reading instruction for special education stud </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Jeff Dieffenbach, Lexia Learning Systems        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Learning Disabilities </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp LD </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 4:10 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Los Angeles - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2193.htm  | Thursday_Learning_Disabilities Thursday Learning_Disabilities | 
An Introduction To Tablet Technology For People With Disabilities |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> The introduction and popularity of tablet technology brings both solutions and new issues for people with disabilities. This paper explores some of the new tools, options and obstacles this new technology presents. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Karen McCall, Karlen Communications        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Assessment </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp LD,V </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 4:10 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Newport B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2228.htm  | Thursday_Assessment Thursday Assessment | 
Function Follows Fun: How Games Helped Me To Develop My Switch Skills |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Assistive technology is often considered mainly for functional purposes, however games and other fun activities are excellent for motivation and to develop skills. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Michael Phillips, AssistiveWare        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp All Inclusive </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp M </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 4:10 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Century A/B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2233.htm  | Thursday_Other Thursday Other | 
ZoomText 9.0: New Features And Overview |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Come see a demonstration of the powerful new features in ZoomText 9.0, including Text Finder, Reading Zones, Application Settings, Human Sounding Voices, extended magnification levels, and the groundbreaking new 'Xfont' technology that displays print qual </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Scott Moore, Ai Squared        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp V </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 4:10 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Denver - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2270.htm  | Thursday_Blind_LV Thursday Blind_LV | 
Kentucky Accessible Information Technology In Schools (KY-AITIS) Project |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> KY AITIS Project: design and data results of School District IT Accessibility Survey, School District IT Accessibility Policy Matrix and School District Technical Standards Checklists. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Steve Noble, KY Assistive Technology Service Network        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp EASI </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 4:10 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Scottsdale - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2275.htm  | Thursday_EASI Thursday EASI | 
Meville To Weville: Early Literacy and Communication Program Students With Disabilities |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Looking for literacy instructional materials? Now, there exists a comprehensive, systematic instructional program for students with moderate to severe disabilities to experience literacy learning success! </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Mary Sagstetter, AbleNet; Ann Meyer, AbleNet        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Cognitive </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 4:10 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Century C/D - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2284.htm  | Thursday_Cognitive Thursday Cognitive | 
AAC Assessment Decision Tree: Implementing Strategies For Matching AAC Technology To Individual Needs |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This lecture based presentation focuses on the execution of the AAC assessment process from beginning to end while incorporating a decision tree methodology. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Kimberly Bond Thompson, Enable; Sue Ellen Maxfield, Enable        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp AAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 4:10 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Pacific B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2293.htm  | Thursday_AAC Thursday AAC | 
On Track For Success! Strategies For Dyslexia |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Screen for Dyslexia then try out various software programs designed for dyslexic students. Spelling, word tracking, and more activities explored. Great for inclusion. Free software. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Laura Cryer, Granada Learning        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Tool Factory </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp B,DD,LD </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 4:10 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Plaza B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/nopaper.htm  | Thursday_Tool_Factory Thursday Tool_Factory | 
Alternative Keyboards And More |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> We'll demonstrate switches, special keyboards, joysticks, and trackballs, and then experiment together with motivational software activities. Share stories and methods. Free software. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Susan Leech, Infogrip, Inc.        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Tool Factory </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DD,LD,M,SL </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 4:10 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Plaza C - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/nopaper.htm  | Thursday_Tool_Factory Thursday Tool_Factory | 
Reading, Writing, And Studying Solutions On A Low Carb Diet/Budget! |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> We share techniques using WordQ (word prediction/auditory support) and Microsoft Word, to assist students with reading, writing and enhancing studying skills all accomplished under budget! </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Kevin Reinhardt, Seneca College Of Applied Arts and Technology; Sherri Parkins, Seneca College Of Applied Arts and Technology        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Learning Disabilities </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp LD </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 4:10 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Chicago/Dallas - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2488.htm  | Thursday_Learning_Disabilities Thursday Learning_Disabilities | 
Emerging AAC Interfaces For Persons With Severe Language Or Motor Limitations |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This presentation will describe and report field test results for two new AAC interface technologies. The Visual Scenes Display for persons with aphasia and Safe-Laser Interface for limited movement will be reviewed. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> David Beukelman, University Of Nebraska/Lincoln        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp USSAAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp M,SL </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 4:10 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Catalina B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/nopaper.htm  | Thursday_USSAAC Thursday USSAAC | 
Providing Consultation Services When People Have Severe Communication Disabilities And Use AAC |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Participants will learn components of a consultation model to build communicative relationships between individuals with severe communication disabilities and their significant partners. Videos will illustrate the use of components which include a systema </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Yvonne Gillette, University Of Akron        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp USSAAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp SL </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 4:10 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Catalina C - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/nopaper.htm  | Thursday_USSAAC Thursday USSAAC | 
Using The "508 Assistant" To Support Design And Procurement Of Accessible Technology |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> ITTATC has developed a web-based tool that assists product designers and state officials understand and apply Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act. This session will introduce and demonstrate features of the tool. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Brad Fain, ITTATC; Deborah Bursa, ITTATC        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Internet/WWW </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 8:00 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Los Angeles - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2111.htm  | Friday_Internet/WWW Friday Internet/WWW | 
Active Learning And Study Skills For Struggling Students |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Come and learn through hands-on experience how Kurzweil 3000 for Macintosh can help your struggling student to be an active learner. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> David Bradburn, Kurzweil Educational Systems, Inc.        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Learning Disabilities </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp B,LD </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 8:00 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 2:20 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Carmel - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2114.htm  | Friday_Learning_Disabilities Friday Learning_Disabilities | 
ASL Animations As Visual Supports In Multimedia Literacy Software |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Demonstrate and discuss ASL Animations, a resource to provide sign language visual supports. Use with multimedia literacy software to expose students to concepts and vocabulary. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Shelley Popson, Resource Materials & Technology Center; Cindy Barson, Vcom3D, Inc        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Deaf/Hard of Hearing </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DHH,SL,DD,LD </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 8:00 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Newport B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2115.htm  | Friday_Deaf/Hard of Hearing Friday Deaf/Hard of Hearing | 
Dolphin Access Technology For PDAs |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Using Dolphin's latest screen reader to access portable handheld devices operating the Windows CE platform. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Mike Hill, Dolphin Computer Access        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp V </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 8:00 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Scottsdale - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2127.htm  | Friday_Blind_LV Friday Blind_LV | 
EaseReader Version 2.0 - Advanced DAISY E-Book Player |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> New EaseReader version 2.0 product launch, technology update and practical demonstration for anyone with an interest in digital DAISY e-book playback software. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> John Worsfold, Dolphin Computer Access        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp SL,V,LD </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 8:00 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Denver - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2130.htm  | Friday_Blind_LV Friday Blind_LV | 
Emergent Literacy For Individuals With Severe/Profound Multiple Disabilities |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This workshop will cover the successful characteristics of books for emergent readers with developmental disabilities.  Then explore ways to create, write and organize literacy activities that support learning the functions of print. Participants will rec </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Elizabeth Rush, Murdoch Center        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp AAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DD </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 8:00 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Pacific B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2164.htm  | Friday_AAC Friday AAC | 
Tough Choices: Guidelines For Choosing Magnification Software For Persons With Low Vision |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Guidelines for choosing appropriate Adaptive Technology software for persons with low vision using case studies, live computer demonstration and accessible handouts. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Harris Rosensweig, Royal New Zealand Fndtn Of Blind; Thean-Lye Ong, Royal New Zealand Foundation of the Blind        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp V </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 8:00 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Atlanta - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2202.htm  | Friday_Blind_LV Friday Blind_LV | 
Literacy Support For Struggling Students: One District's Collaborative Project Makes A Difference |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> With WYNN literacy support and Summary Street "intelligent essay assessor" at every district high school, students with learning disabilities are demonstrating improvements in literacy skills. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Rosemary Bogart, Boulder Valley School District Special Ed Dept; Renee Clark, Freedom Scientific/Learning Sys Grp        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Learning Disabilities </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp LD </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 8:00 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> La Jolla A - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2211.htm  | Friday_Learning_Disabilities Friday Learning_Disabilities | 
Study On The Benefits Of GPS-based Orientation Tools For The Mobility And Orientation Of The Blind |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> The INLB institute in Quebec conducts a study of real life utilization of VisuAide's Trekker GPS orientation tool by several blind users. The results will be presented for the first time. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Carole Zabihaylo, Institut Nazareth et Louis Braille        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp V </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 8:00 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Boston - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2229.htm  | Friday_Blind_LV Friday Blind_LV | 
Technology Strategies To Increase Access In One-Stop Employment Centers |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Strategies, outcomes, best practices, and lessons learned are described in discussion of opportunities, challenges and barriers we faced in increasing access to customer use technology. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Deborah Cook, Washington Assistive Technology Alliance; Alan Knue, UWCTDS/University Of Washington        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Employment </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 8:00 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Century C/D - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2237.htm  | Friday_Employment Friday Employment | 
Improve Assessment, Intervention, And Accountability With Laureate's New ATLAS: Toolkit And Training Featuring Sterling Editions TM Software |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Participants will learn how ATLAS can help them conduct a quick, easy, and accurate language assessment and utilize appropriate software to guarantee results and assure accountability. Participants will receive a FREE demo version of the ATLAS Toolkit! </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Adam Wing, Laureate Learning Systems Inc.        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Assessment </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp B,DD,LD,SL </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 8:00 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 2:20 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Chicago/Dallas - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2264.htm  | Friday_Assessment Friday Assessment | 
Revolutionary New Features For Digital Talking Books |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Demonstrate and discuss how Digital Talking Books provide equal access for students with disabilities. Incorporation of innovative technologies such as 3D SigningAvatar characters and Virtual Pencil are leading to improved learning outcomes. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Richard Schatzberg, Aequus Technologies; Carol Wideman, Vcom3D, Inc.        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp K-12 </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DHH,LD,V </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 8:00 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Marina - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2291.htm  | Friday_k_12 Friday k_12 | 
Handheld Computing For Students With Mild Disabilities |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This session will look at Palm and Pocket PC handheld computers and applications for students with mild disabilities. Resources for classroom integration will be shared. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Paula Walser, Wisconsin Assist Tech Initiative        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Learning Disabilities </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp LD </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 8:00 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Century A/B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2300.htm  | Friday_Learning_Disabilities Friday Learning_Disabilities | 
A Model Of Assistive & Instructional Technologies For Secondary Inclusive Classrooms |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Low/no-tech strategies and tools for supporting students in Secondary inclusive classes will be presented within the context of a useful planning and problem-solving model. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Ruth Aldrich, Desert/Mountain SELPA        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Learning Disabilities </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp B,LD </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 8:00 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Newport C - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2303.htm  | Friday_Learning_Disabilities Friday Learning_Disabilities | 
Using Dyslexia Tools To Enhance Text Based AAC |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Many (perhaps most) AAC users have some difficulty with text production due either to slow input speed or problems with spelling. This session will show how the use of software tools designed to help the wider population to write more effectively can also </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Paul Hawes, Sensory Software International        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp AAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp LD,SL </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 8:00 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Pacific A - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2395.htm  | Friday_AAC Friday AAC | 
Building Communicative Supports For Home And Community |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This workshop will provide participants with an overview of one teen's daily environments and activities, the communication barriers he faces, and the innovative strategies collaboratively developed by family members and therapists to overcome these barri </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Pam Harris,         </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp USSAAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp SL </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 8:00 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Catalina C - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/nopaper.htm  | Friday_USSAAC Friday USSAAC | 
The Value of Video Technology In Teaching Children With ASD |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This session summarizes the current state of video modeling research and application for children with ASD. It describes how the widespread availability of personal computers, along with developments in video technologies, is providing opportunities to cr </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Howard Shane, Children's Hospital Of Boston; James Sorce, Children's Hospital Boston; Sharon Weiss-Kapp, Communication Enhancement Center; Rebecca Cordeira, Communication Enhancement Center; Marie Duggan, RERC on Communication Enhancement     </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp USSAAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DD,SL </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 8:00 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Catalina B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/nopaper.htm  | Friday_USSAAC Friday USSAAC | 
Searching Successfully for Evidence In Augmentative And Alternative Communication: Navigating A Scattered Literature |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> In this session we identify databases, review search terminology, and suggest practical quality filter strategies for successful searches in support of evidence-based practice (EBP). With increasing emphasis on EBP in ACC, knowledge and skills in locating </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Oliver Wendt, Purdue AAC Program; Ralf Schlosser, Northeastern University        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp USSAAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp SL </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 8:00 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 2:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Catalina D - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/nopaper.htm  | Friday_USSAAC Friday USSAAC | 
Accessibility Test Results Of Information And Communication Technology In The Workplace |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> The paperless office is upon us thanks to numerous electronic applications now available over the desktop. Industry Canada tested its desktop environment for over-all accessibility, and then took action to rectify the situation. Learn more about the next  </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Lawrence Euteneier, Industry Canada-Web Accessibility;</td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Internet/WWW </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> La Jolla B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2091.htm  | Friday_Internet/WWW Friday Internet/WWW | 
Transition To Literacy: Developing Reading Fluency In Children With Significant Disabilities |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Moving students from emergent to independent readers requires improvement in many skills including fluency. Come learn how students with disabilities can read with increased speed and comprehension. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Jean Slater, Slater Software, Inc.        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Cognitive </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DHH,SL,TBI,DD,B,LD </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Century C/D - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2100.htm  | Friday_Cognitive Friday Cognitive | 
Aligning Braille Literacy And Assistive Technology Skills With ISTE Educational Technology Standards |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Aligning Braille literacy tasks with National Educational Technology Standards for Students will provide educators with an important resource to improve student outcomes through 21st century technology. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Donna McNear, Rum River Spec Ed Cooperative; James Sullivan, Optelec, USA Inc.        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp V </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Denver - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2146.htm  | Friday_Blind_LV Friday Blind_LV | 
Informational Session On The Northcentral Technical College Assistive Technology Certificate Program (ATCP) |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Come learn about 3 new AT certificate programs offered by Northcentral Technical College in Speech Output, Large Print/OCR, and Braille Technology. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> James Unger, Northcentral Technical College        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp V </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Scottsdale - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2234.htm  | Friday_Blind_LV Friday Blind_LV | 
"Get The Picture" Of The ICT Education Of The Visually Impaired |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Success stories, problems, research and development. An overview of the ICT education issues of visually impaired pupils at Bartimius in the Netherlands. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Henk Snetselaar, Bartimeus Accessibility; Eric Velleman, Bartimeus Accessibility        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp V </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Boston - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2244.htm  | Friday_Blind_LV Friday Blind_LV | 
The 'Producers' Therapy Materials Development Project |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Employment is a challenge for augmentative communicators. The Prentke Romich Company has initiated the 'Producer Project' where device users are employed to develop therapy materials for use in AAC. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Deanna Wagner, Southwest Human Development; Jane Odom, Prentke Romich Company; Hayden Corn, ; Krista Howard,       </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Employment </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp M,SL </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Pacific A - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2253.htm  | Friday_Employment Friday Employment | 
ZoomText 9.0: Overview For The AT Trainer |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This session will provide the knowledge and skills to demonstrate and teach the essential features of the new ZoomText 9.0 Magnifier/ScreenReader. This session is recommended for industry professionals that evaluate, recommend, or teach assistive technolo </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Cathy Gettel, Ai Squared        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp V </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Atlanta - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2274.htm  | Friday_Blind_LV Friday Blind_LV | 
Fine Tune Your Training! Tips To Make Assistive Technology Instruction More Effective |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Assistive Technology trainers serve clients from kindergarten to senior citizens. This presentation will focus on methods and lessons trainers can use to make their training more effective with a variety of students. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Richard Fox, De Witt & Associates        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Assessment </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp V </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Newport C - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2308.htm  | Friday_Assessment Friday Assessment | 
Using Assistive Technology To Meet Literacy Standards |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This session presents an "AT Solution" approach to meeting elementary and secondary English language arts and reading literacy standards for students with disabilities. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Sherry Purcell, Los Angeles Unified School District; Debbie Grant, Santa Barbara Co. Education Office        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp K-12 </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp LD,M,SL,TBI </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Marina - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2357.htm  | Friday_k_12 Friday k_12 | 
An Awareness Video On The Need For Accessible Information Technology In Education |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> We will present a newly produced video on accessible information technology in education and discuss its utility for raising awareness and providing training. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Mark Harniss, Cntr For Tech And Disab, Univ Of WA; Dagmar Amtmann, University of Washington        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp AccessIT </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Century A/B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2393.htm  | Friday_AccessIT Friday AccessIT | 
Accessible Digital Media On Mac OS X |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Attendees will learn about how Apple's iLife suite can be used with students with disabilities in learning and demonstrating their knowledge and what they have learned. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Mary Beth Janes, Apple; Dianna Williamson, Apple Computer, Inc. Carol Anne McGuire, Apple Computer, Inc.        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp All Inclusive </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Los Angeles - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/nopaper.htm  | Friday_Other Friday Other | 
From Sound Beginnings: Speech And Language Development With Technology |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Try out software that encourages speech and language development. Demonstrate and practice computer-assisted vocalized activities. Learn strategies and experiment. Free software. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Laura Cryer, Granada Learning        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Tool Factory </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DD,SL </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Plaza B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/nopaper.htm  | Friday_Tool_Factory Friday Tool_Factory | 
Accommodating Older Learners In The Classroom And Workplace |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Explore software and assistive technology designed for older learners. Try out each one in this hands-on session. Explore effective job accommodation strategies. Free software. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Paul Nuttall, SEMERC        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Tool Factory </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp B,LD,M,SL </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Plaza C - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/nopaper.htm  | Friday_Tool_Factory Friday Tool_Factory | 
Accessibility and Participation For People With Learning Disabilities In E Learning and The WWW |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> A presentation of "Project @apple" - U.K. & R&D Program mapping accessibility requirements of people with learning disabilities and developing a participatory learning environment to match individual needs. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Andy Minnion, The RIX Centre, University of East London (UK); Rod Paley, Xtensis; Fred Heddell, The RIX Centre (UK)       </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Internet/WWW </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DD,LD </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Pacific B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2518.htm  | Friday_Internet/WWW Friday Internet/WWW | 
AAC In Action: A New Model For Understanding AAC Performance |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This presentation will discuss a new model of augmentative communication performance that emphasizes language use, joint action and multimodality. We will apply this model to augmentative communication assessment, intervention and device design. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> David Wilkins, Center for Aphasia and Related Disorders; Jeff Higginbotham, University of Buffalo        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp USSAAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp SL </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Catalina B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/nopaper.htm  | Friday_USSAAC Friday USSAAC | 
Preschool For The Child Who Doesn't Speak: Motivating Your Preschooler And Your Team |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> You want your preschooler to be able to tell his needs to a teacher, talk to friends, and more importantly, be able to make friends, but how do you do that when he can't talk? Learn how to motivate your preschooler and get your team of thereapists and tea </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Lisa Pugh,         </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp USSAAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp SL </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Catalina C - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/nopaper.htm  | Friday_USSAAC Friday USSAAC | 
New Funding Program For Speech Generating Devices: Telecommunications Equipment Distribution Programs |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> A new funding program for Speech Generating Devices has been identified: Telecommunications Eguipment Distribution Programs. This session will decribe these programs; how they operate; and why they must cover SGDs. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Lewis Golinker, Assistive Technology Law Center        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp USSAAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp SL </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Newport B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/nopaper.htm  | Friday_USSAAC Friday USSAAC | 
Open Doors Approach To Job Accommodation |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Open doors is a program designed to cultivate relationships with employers to expand their employment pool by including qualified individuals with visual impairments. The goal of this program is to provide effective accommodation solutions through the use </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Marie King, Sensory Access Foundation; Erin DeBartelo, Sensory Access Foundation        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Employment </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp V </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Los Angeles - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2088.htm  | Friday_Employment Friday Employment | 
What Teens Think About Assistive Technology: An Innovative Public High School Curriculum |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This session will present an overview of an SLP/teacher's experience in a successful public high school elective course on assistive technology. Video clips and projects of the students will be presented. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Edith Thayer, Vineland Public School        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp All Inclusive </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Newport B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2149.htm  | Friday_Other Friday Other | 
Using Kurzweil 1000 As A Powerful Educational Tool |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Kurzweil 1000 provides access to printed and electronic text for people who are blind or visually impaired, but it can also be a powerful educational tool. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Stephen Baum, Kurzweil Educational Systems, Inc.        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp V </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Atlanta - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2160.htm  | Friday_Blind_LV Friday Blind_LV | 
Developing An AUI And BUI-Oriented Computer Operating System |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This session will discuss the development of a Linux-based computer operating system that incorporates AUI and BUI into the basic user interface, thus yielding a significant breakthrough. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Jun Ishikawa, University Of Shizuoka; Tomoyuki Kudou, CYPAC Co., Inc.        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Advanced </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp V </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Denver - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2163.htm  | Friday_Blind_LV Friday Blind_LV | 
What's New With Pulse Data International's BrailleNote PDA For The Blind |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> An interactive demonstration of new hardware and software in the BrailleNote line of products. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Jonathan Mosen, Pulse Data International        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DB,V </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Boston - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2201.htm  | Friday_Blind_LV Friday Blind_LV | 
A User Perspective On Maestro, The First Accessible Mainstream PDA |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> A user of Maestro, the first accessible mainstream PDA from VisuAide, presents the benefits and the usability in its daily tasks. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Lucia Gomez, VisuAide        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp V </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Scottsdale - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2235.htm  | Friday_Blind_LV Friday Blind_LV | 
How Can I Most Effectively Keep Track Of My Paperwork? Assistive Technology Tracker Will Help |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This presentation will introduce two new software products that enable service providers to track 'points of contact' with individuals and enable agencies to track equipment for temporary/permanent check out.</td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Sherion Hollingsworth, Adaptive Solutions </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Assessment </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL  </td></tr><tr><td> Friday  &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Century C/D - Hilton</td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2075.htm  | Friday_ Assessment Friday Assessment |
The AAC-RERC Writers Brigade:  Year of Outcomes |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This presentation  will describe the AAC-RERC Writers Brigade and its year one outcomes in the areas of technical writing, information dissemination and employment. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Joe Hemphill, Augmentative Communication Inc.; Sarah Blackstone, Augmentative Communication Inc.; Tracy Rackensperger, Augmentative Communication Inc       </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp USSAAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DB,DD,LD,M,SL,TBI </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Catalina C - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2266.htm  | Friday_USSAAC Friday USSAAC | 
Social Networks In Assessment, Treatment And Measurement: A Report On International Activities |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This session will report on current international uses of the tool, Social Networks: An assessment and intervention planning inventory for persons with complex communication needs, by clinicians and researchers from several countries with children and adu </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Sarah Blackstone, Augmentative Communication Inc.        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp USSAAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DB,DD,M,SL,TBI </td></tr><tr><td> Thurs. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 4:10 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Catalina D - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2289.htm  | Thursday_USSAAC Thursday USSAAC | 
Building An Accessible Next-Generation Virtual Computing Environment: Benefits, Challenges And Strategies |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Overview of the challenges and strategies involved in making NC State University's new high-end Virtual Computing Lab accessible, especially for students with visual impairments. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Saroj Primlani, NC State University; Sina Bahram, NC State University        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Postsecondary </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp M,V </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> La Jolla A - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2314.htm  | Friday_Postsecondary Friday Postsecondary | 
Lexical Versus Language Development: Their Roles In AAC |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Noun development cannot be ignored. It is crucial to address a student's need for core vocabulary, which may not be reflected in commonly used assessment batteries. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Dan Phillips, Marin County Office of Education; Bruce Baker, Semantic Compaction Systems        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp AAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp SL </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Pacific B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2325.htm  | Friday_AAC Friday AAC | 
Hubba, Hubba, Hubba: RFB&D's Customer Hub Makes History |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> With the recent launch of RFB&D's customer hub, members receive unprecedented 24-7 access to services. Learn all about it in this presentation. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> AnneMarie Cooke, Recording For The Blind & Dyslexic; Linda DiMaggio, Recording for the Blind & Dyslexic        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp All Inclusive </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DB,LD </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Pacific A - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2369.htm  | Friday_Other Friday Other | 
Developing Switch Skills Using One And Two Switches |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This presentation will show a wide range of fun and learning software that can help develop scanning and choice making skills by offering a planned progression from cause and effect through to one and two switch scanning. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Roger Bates, Inclusive Technology        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp K-12 </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DD,LD,M </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Newport C - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2370.htm  | Friday_k_12 Friday k_12 | 
Universal Design And Web Accessibility: Unexpected Beneficiaries |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This presentation explores the many ways in which universal web design benefits all users, with and without disabilities. The presentation includes demonstrations and techniques. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Terry Thompson, AccessIT-Natl Ctr On Accessible Tec        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp AccessIT </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Century A/B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2392.htm  | Friday_AccessIT Friday AccessIT | 
ATSTAR: An Online Curriculum For Bringing AT Expertise Directly Into The Classroom |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> A discussion of findings during preliminary pilots of ATSTAR - a web-based curriculum that allows direct-service personnel and administrators to access the most current information for integrating assistive technology. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Sharron Rush, Knowbility Inc; Joy Zabala, Assistive Technology And Leadership; Terry Lankutis, Alphasmart, Inc.       </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp K-12 </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Marina - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2415.htm  | Friday_k_12 Friday k_12 | 
Software To Suit The Autistic Spectrum |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Explore software designed for autism intervention programs. Share success stories and learn effective teaching methods using technology tools. Hands-on experimentation encouraged! Free software. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Susan Leech, Infogrip, Inc.        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Tool Factory </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DD,LD </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Plaza B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/nopaper.htm  | Friday_Tool_Factory Friday Tool_Factory | 
All About Math And Science |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Explore 5 programs from the best-selling All About Series, designed for early learners and special education. Review math basics, weather, and the human senses. Free software. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Paul Nuttall, SEMERC        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Tool Factory </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp B,DD,LD </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Plaza C - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2449.htm  | Friday_Tool_Factory Friday Tool_Factory | 
Ease Of Access: A Cultural Change In The Design Process |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> By bringing together the work on accessibility and user experience, and incorporating both fields of study into design process, a cultural change can begin to occur within the industry. During this session the rationale for incorporating Ease of Access in </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Ed Kunzinger, IBM Software Group; Andrea Snow-Weaver, IBM Accessibility Center        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp All Inclusive </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> La Jolla B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2512.htm  | Friday_Other Friday Other | 
Aided Language Stimulation For Prospective Auditory Scanners |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Children who face severe multiple challenges, in addition to visual challenges, may need to rely on auditory scanning for success. This presentation will focus on "light tech" to "high tech" practical strategies to model the use of language, auditory scan </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Linda Burkhart,         </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp USSAAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp M,SL,V </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Catalina B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/nopaper.htm  | Friday_USSAAC Friday USSAAC | 
Your Day Just Got Easier With Overlay Maker 3 |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Learn to use the new Overlay Maker 3 to quickly and easily create cross-platform, OSX compatible overlays for the IntelliKeys keyboard. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Karen Sheehan, IntelliTools, Inc.; Lucinda Ray, IntelliTools, Inc.        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp K-12 </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DD,LD,M,SL,V </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Carmel - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2586.htm  | Friday_k_12 Friday k_12 | 
Accessing Assistive Technology: Is Rhode Island Responsive? Research On Community Satisfaction |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Summary findings of 1-year study of community satisfaction with the AT system in Rhode Island. Qualitative and quantitative findings reveal system accomplishments and needs. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Elizabeth Dalton, Paul V. Sherlock Center on Disabilities        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Assessment </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 12:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Poster Board A - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2073.htm  | Friday_Assessment Friday Assessment | 
Enhancing Digital Access To Learning Materials For Canadians With Perceptual Disabilities |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This presentation will highlight a study of how blind, visaully impaired and print disabled adult Canadians learned to read books using the Digital Accessible Information System, or DAISY format. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Betty Nobel, Vancouver Community College; Leenane Shiels, Vancouver Community College        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp LD,V </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 12:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Poster Board B  - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2607.htm  | Friday_Blind_LV Friday Blind_LV | 
Braille Jymico: 2005 Novelties |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Braille Jymico is specialist in Braille (Nemeth, Music, Graphics). During this workshop, we will present new material and discuss about school problems: large print, Daisy and UEBC. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Jacques Cote, Braille Jymico, Inc.; Mylene Cote, Braille Jymico        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Advanced </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DB,LD,V </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 2:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Scottsdale - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2074.htm  | Friday_Blind_LV Friday Blind_LV | 
Social Scripts And Beyond |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Students with Autism need visual structure and social scripts. This session will demonstrate how to make social scripts using My Own BookShelf. You will learn a variety of ways to use the same materials in a variety of activities that help students learn  </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Jo Meyer, SoftTouch Inc.        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Cognitive </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DHH,SL,M,DD,B </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 2:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Century C/D - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2080.htm  | Friday_Cognitive Friday Cognitive | 
User-Driven Development Of SwitchXS, Scanning Onscreen Keyboard for Mac OS X |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> User and developer talk about the creation of SwitchXS for Mac OS X and how it was developed with, rather than for, switch users. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Michael Phillips, AssistiveWare; David Niemeijer, AssistiveWare        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp All Inclusive </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp M </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 2:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Century A/B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2143.htm  | Friday_Other Friday Other | 
Independence For Multi-Disabled Person Possible With Tailor-Made Software And Method |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Our long experience from having try-outs in multi-disciplinary team is encouraging. Most often we can today find independent assignments in school/at home. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Thomas Ragnarsson, The county council of Orebro; Annelie Wahlin, The county council of Orebro        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp LD,TBI,V </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 2:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Denver - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2176.htm  | Friday_Blind_LV Friday Blind_LV | 
Getting Minspeak Written, Getting Minspeak Right: Unity Wordlists for Writing With Symbols 2000 |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This demonstration will highlight the various uses of Unity Wordlists for Writing With Symbols for supporting Minspeak learning and writing with Minspeak. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Bruce Helmbold, I CAN Centre, Glenrose Rehab Hosptl        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp AAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp SL </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 2:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Pacific A - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2192.htm  | Friday_AAC Friday AAC | 
Sorting Through Software-Based Graphic Organizers, Webbing, and Outlining |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This intermediate level presentation will be fast-paced in its coverage of the features of graphic organizer programs that are targeted to individuals with learning disabilities. Participants should come with a basic understanding of the use of graphic or </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Kelly Fonner, ; Scott Marfilius,         </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Learning Disabilities </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp LD </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 2:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Los Angeles - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2225.htm  | Friday_Learning_Disabilities Friday Learning_Disabilities | 
Understanding And Using The Many Powerful Features Of The Latest OpenBook |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This session will demonstrate the many powerful features of OpenBook that go beyond being a scanning and reading program and aide job productivity and success. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Scott Hegle, Freedom Scientific BLV Group; Dusty Voorhees, Freedom Scientific BLV Group        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp V </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 2:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Boston - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2238.htm  | Friday_Blind_LV Friday Blind_LV | 
Facilitating Improvement In Writing Skills Among Students Who Use AAC Systems |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This presentation will outline strategies and materials designed to facilitate the improvement of writing skills in students who use Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) systems. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Mary Ann Abbott, Los Angeles Unified School District; Mary Ann Abbott, Los Angeles Unified School District        ; Mary Ann Abbott, Los Angeles Unified School District</td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp AAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp M,SL </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 2:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Pacific B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2252.htm  | Friday_AAC Friday AAC | 
Facilitating Improvement In Writing Skills Among Students Who Use AAC Systems |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This presentation will outline strategies and materials designed to facilitate the improvement of writing skills in students who use Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) systems. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Mary Ann Abbott, Los Angeles Unified School District        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp AAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp M,SL </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 2:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Pacific B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2252.htm  | Friday_AAC Friday AAC | 
The iCare iReader Project |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> We will be presenting our paper, along with our current related research, and we will demonstrate the iReader. The iReader uses a digital camera to capture a print page and then reads it out loud using text-to-speech technology. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Terri Hedgpeth, CUbiC (Center for Cognitive Ubiquitous Computing); John Black, CUbiC (Center for Cognitive Ubiquitous Computing)        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp V </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 2:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Atlanta - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2301.htm  | Friday_Blind_LV Friday Blind_LV | 
The California State University's Solution To AB-422: The Center For Alternate Media |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> The California State University team that created the system-wide Center for Alternate Media discusses past, present and future of provision of accessible textbooks. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Mary Cheng, CSU Hayward; Laurie Flynn, CSU San Bernardino; John Karras, California State University; Davena Peters, California State University, San Bernardino; Evans Kuhuthu, CSU San Bernardino; Mark Turner, Cal Poly Pomona Disab Student Servs    </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp All Inclusive </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp LD,M,V </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 2:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> La Jolla A - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2316.htm  | Friday_Other Friday Other | 
Web Accessibility Error Prioritization |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> The National Center for Accessible Media has developed a new version of its error prioritization tool, STEP, with funding from the General Services Administration. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Geoff Freed, CFB/WGBH; Jim Thatcher, Jim Thatcher Consulting        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Internet/WWW </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 2:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> La Jolla B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2341.htm  | Friday_Internet/WWW Friday Internet/WWW | 
The Rush To Voting Technology: A Forum On The Impacts To Access |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> A panel of accessibility and elections experts discusses the positive and negative impacts that new technology has had on voting access for people with disabilities. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Jennifer Bilotta, User Insight, Inc.        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp All Inclusive </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 2:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Newport B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2352.htm  | Friday_Other Friday Other | 
Hands-On Boardmaker: Getting To Know The New Version Of Boardmaker For Mac |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This hands-on lab introduces the new, updated version of Boardmaker for Mac. Get well acquainted with the new features of this updated version plus leave with many ideas for creative and products. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Lisa Petit, Mayer-Johnson Inc; Sally Long, Mayer-Johnson Inc        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp AAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DD,LD,M,SL,TBI </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 2:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:50 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Carmel - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2385.htm  | Friday_AAC Friday AAC | 
Internet For Everyone Using A Simple Telephone And Voice, Without A Computer |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Accessing the Internet using any phone and user's own voice, without using a computer. User basically talks and listens to the Internet contents. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Emdad Khan, InternetSpeech        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Internet/WWW </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DB,LD,M,SL,V </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 2:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Marina - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2389.htm  | Friday_Internet/WWW Friday Internet/WWW | 
Japanese Industrial Standard Of Telecommunications Accessibility Guidelines. |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> We present JIS X 8341-(4), Telecommunications Guidelines for older persons and persons with disabilities, and Japanese activities in terms of outreach. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Naoki Sakakibara, UDIT Inc.; Tatsuo Seki, INSTAC Japanese Standard Association        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp All Inclusive </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 2:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Newport C - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2408.htm  | Friday_Other Friday Other | 
DAISY Hardware And Software Players: A Hands-On Experience |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> During this interactive lab session you will have an opportunity to try the many varieties of conforming DAISY hardware and software players. Come for a hands-on experience, feel the player interfaces, listen and navigate through DAISY books. "Reading Sys </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> George Kerscher, DAISY Consortium        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp DAISY </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp LD,V </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 2:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 2:40 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Chicago/Dallas - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/nopaper.htm  | Friday_DAISY Friday DAISY | 
Screening For Dyscalculia And Dyslexia |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Look at a unique award-winning computer-based screener which identifies 5-14 year olds with dyscalculia and dyslexic tendencies. Administer the assessment and interpret feedback. Free software. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Laura Cryer, Granada Learning        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Tool Factory </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp B,DD,LD </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 2:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Plaza B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/nopaper.htm  | Friday_Tool_Factory Friday Tool_Factory | 
Learning Disabilities And Inclusion |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Explore software built for students with high incidence learning disabilities or struggling learners. Find solutions to inclusion issues. Tailor software for differing abilities. Free software. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Susan Leech, Infogrip, Inc.        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Tool Factory </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp B,DD,LD,M </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 2:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Plaza C - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/nopaper.htm  | Friday_Tool_Factory Friday Tool_Factory | 
Introduction To SGD Funding By Medicaid, Medicare, And Insurance |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Introductory course describing coverage and funding by 3 of the most significant funding sources for SGDS: Medicaid, Medicare, and insurance, and the role of the SLP in support of SGD funding in each program. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Lewis Golinker, Assistive Technology Law Center        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp USSAAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp SL </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 2:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Catalina D - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/nopaper.htm  | Friday_USSAAC Friday USSAAC | 
Drama Camp: A Program For Improving Communicative And Technical Proficiency With AAC Devices With Children Who Use AAC |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This presentation will describe and review the aspects of a successful Drama Camp program.  It will include video demonstration to be used for informal discussion and documentation of qualitative and quanititative outcome data from the program. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Pamela Mathy, Dept Of Speech And Hearing Science        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp USSAAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp SL </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 2:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Catalina B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/nopaper.htm  | Friday_USSAAC Friday USSAAC | 
Using Electronic Books As A Tool For Teaching College Students In Special Education |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Those in attendance will understand how to use electronic books to teach college students majoring in Special Education. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Barry Birnbaum, Northeastern Illinois University; Norman Norris, Nicholls State University, New Orleans, LA        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Internet/WWW </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 3:20 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Newport B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2089.htm  | Friday_Internet/WWW Friday Internet/WWW | 
NISH 2004-2005 National Scholar Award For Workplace Innovation And Design |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> NISH's National Scholar Award for Workplace Innovation & Design is attracting the interest of university students across the country to the field of assistive technology as a means of eradicating barriers to employment for people with disabilities. Join u </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Therese Stein, NISH        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Employment </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 3:20 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Marina - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2090.htm  | Friday_Employment Friday Employment | 
The Development Of A System With Tactile Sensor For Reading Braille |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> The smart wearable tactile sensor, which is finger grasped, could allow recognition of Braille without special training, by just scanning over Braille. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Tatsuo Nishizawa, Plextor        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp V </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 3:20 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Atlanta - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2133.htm  | Friday_Blind_LV Friday Blind_LV | 
Portable Full-Page Braille & Tactile Graphics Display |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> A patented electro-magnetic technology reduces the complexity of Braille displays and permits displays of any size. Piezoelectric components are replaced with simpler, inexpensive, reliable components. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Larry Jenkins, Tactile Dynamics, Inc.        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DB,V </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 3:20 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Denver - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2179.htm  | Friday_Blind_LV Friday Blind_LV | 
The Social Networks DVD: A New Advocacy Tool In AAC |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Advocates, professionals and people who rely on AAC will explore how the Social Networks DVD can help make the case for broadening opportunities in AAC. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Harvey Pressman, Augmentative Communication Inc        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp USSAAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DD,M,SL </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 3:20 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Catalina B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2187.htm  | Friday_USSAAC Friday USSAAC | 
Mobile Accessibility Of A Web-Based Communication Aid For Graphic Symbol Users |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This session presents the authors' collaborative research to investigate the accessibility of a Web-based and a mobile phone-based communication aids for graphic symbol users. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Tetsuya Kojima, Shinshu University; Hideo Itoh, Hiroshima International University; Takamitsu Aoki, Ueda Special School for Children with Disabilities; Masashi Morioka, NTT DoCoMo, Inc.      </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp AAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp B,DD,SL </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 3:20 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Pacific B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2217.htm  | Friday_AAC Friday AAC | 
How Window-Eyes Training Makes Windows Easy |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> During this session we will discuss the when, where, why and how about Window-Eyes training and how it relates to actually using Microsoft Windows. We will also give many examples and some basic training. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Clarence Whaley, GW Micro        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DB,V </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 3:20 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Century C/D - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2219.htm  | Friday_Blind_LV Friday Blind_LV | 
Information Resource For Professionals Working With Visually Disabled People On The WWW |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This presentation will illustrate the content of the Tiresias website. This is an information resource for professionals who work in the field of visual disabilities. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Linda Newson, Royal National Institute of the Blind        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Internet/WWW </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp V </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 3:20 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Boston - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2220.htm  | Friday_Internet/WWW Friday Internet/WWW | 
Web-Based Continuing Education On Workplace Accommodations |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> The Work RERC is creating a web-course for rehabilitation professionals on workplace accommodations. Learn what training exists, discuss survey results on training needs, preview the course. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Karen Milchus, CATEA, Georgia Tech.        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Employment </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 3:20 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> La Jolla B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2254.htm  | Friday_Employment Friday Employment | 
Evaluation For SGD: Device Replacement For High School Student |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This presentation will discuss the evaluation process employed for a high school student requiring a SGD replacement following Medicare guidelines for funding through private insurance. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Judith Lunger-Bergh, A.C.T.S.        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp AAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 3:20 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Pacific A - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2255.htm  | Friday_AAC Friday AAC | 
AAC-RERC Activity Update |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> The RERC on Communication Enhancement, or AAC-RERC, is funded by NIDRR. This presentation will outline the research and development activities underway in the Rehabilitation Engineering Research Center (RERC). </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Kevin Caves, RERC on Comm.Enhancement-Duke University; Frank DeRuyter, Duke University Medical Center        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp AAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DD,LD,M,SL,TBI </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 3:20 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Los Angeles - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2257.htm  | Friday_AAC Friday AAC | 
Centre For Assistive Technology (CAT), Norway, Digital Tools For Congenitally Deaf-Blind Individuals |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Congenitally deaf-blind individuals refer mainly to touch in information organization. CAT tries to find alternative solutions to overcome the limits provided by proximal communication. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Michael Cyrus, Centre for Assistive Technology; Oystein Dale, Centre for Assistive Technology        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp All Inclusive </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DB </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 3:20 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Scottsdale - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2304.htm  | Friday_Other Friday Other | 
A Policy Implementation Model For Increasing Web Accessibility |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> WebAIM  showcases a policy implementation model for increasing the accessibility of Web-based resources. The motivations and barriers to Web accessibility will also be discussed. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Jared Smith, WebAIM (Web Accessibility In Mind); Michael Lyman, WebAIM (Web Accessibility In Mind)        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Internet/WWW </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 3:20 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> La Jolla A - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2335.htm  | Friday_Internet/WWW Friday Internet/WWW | 
An Adaptive Approach To Annotations On The Internet By Media Transcoder |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> We developed "Media Transcoder" to serve the annotations on the Internet (Web pages and emails) by converting from media to media according to users' TPO (time, place and occasions.) </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Shinichi Torihara, The Graduate School of  Media & Gvern, Keio Univ        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Internet/WWW </td><td>Level:&nbsp Advanced </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 3:20 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Century A/B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2422.htm  | Friday_Internet/WWW Friday Internet/WWW | 
Literacy Lab: Reading Spelling, Grammar, And Writing |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Explore effective software for developing basic literacy skills. Practice leveled reading skills, prescribe words lists, play spelling activities, take writing challenges. Free software. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Laura Cryer, Granada Learning        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Tool Factory </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp B,DD,LD </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 3:20 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Plaza B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/nopaper.htm  | Friday_Tool_Factory Friday Tool_Factory | 
Digital Camera Workshop: Building Projects In Special Education |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Build noisy projects which integrate digital photographs and spark your students enthusiasm! Great project ideas, then build samples. Detailed manual and fee software. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Paul Nuttall, SEMERC        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Tool Factory </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp B,DD,LD </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 3:20 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Plaza C - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/nopaper.htm  | Friday_Tool_Factory Friday Tool_Factory | 
Federal Relay: Telecommunications Accessibility Of The Federal Government |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Federal Relay is a Federal Government service for deaf/hard-of-hearing Federal/Military employees, Federal retirees, Federally-Recognized Indian Tribes, and the General public to access Federal agencies. This session will cover all products and features o </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Karl Ewan, Sprint Federal Relay        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Deaf/Hard of Hearing </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 3:20 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Newport C - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2597.htm  | Friday_Deaf/Hard of Hearing Friday Deaf/Hard of Hearing | 
Matching Mapping Programs With The Skills Of Those With Specific Learning Difficulties. |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Investigating what needs to be questioned for those with specific learning difficulties when making choices of mind mapping programs to suit abilities and learning situations. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> E.A. Draffan, Assistive Technology Group, School of Informatics; Abi James, Dyslexic.com        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Learning Disabilities </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp LD </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 4:10 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Newport B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2095.htm  | Friday_Learning_Disabilities Friday Learning_Disabilities | 
Towards An Inclusive Global Community: Adults With Developmental Disabilities Go Online |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This presentation outlines the TechnAbility project, which is introducing adults with developmental disabilities to Internet-based information and communication technology. Assistive software is being used to overcome barriers associated with reading and  </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Susan Moisey, Athabasca University        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Internet/WWW </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DD,LD </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 4:10 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Century A/B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2138.htm  | Friday_Internet/WWW Friday Internet/WWW | 
A Teaching Module For AAC Intervention With Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Patients |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This teaching module for graduate level speech-language pathology courses provides instructional content and resources on AAC intervention for patients with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Oliver Wendt, Purdue AAC Program; Lyle Lloyd, Purdue AAC Program        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp AAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp SL,M </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 4:10 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Pacific A - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2175.htm  | Friday_AAC Friday AAC | 
Three Dimensional Inkjet Printer For Braille & Tactile Graphics |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Inkjet printer technology can form crisp, textured, and continuous tactile graphics and produce print and Braille concurrently. Samples are available at the conference. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Peter Duran, Dimensional Printer Corporation        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DB,V </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 4:10 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Denver - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2178.htm  | Friday_Blind_LV Friday Blind_LV | 
An E-Learning Program About AAC For Anarthric/Dysarthric Adult Users |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This presentation will be a short demonstration of our online e-learning program, "How to express yourself when speech is lost." </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Frank Lunde, Center for Assistive Technology; Liv Stabell Kuloe, Center for Assistive Technology        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp AAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp SL,TBI </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 4:10 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Pacific B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2198.htm  | Friday_AAC Friday AAC | 
A Computer-Based Hypermedia Conversation Support For People With Dementia |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> We describe a system based on hypermedia that assists people with dementia to continue to have satisfying conversations, despite the loss of working (short-term) memory. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Norman Alm, University of Dundee        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Aging </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DD,LD,SL,TBI </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 4:10 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Marina - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2200.htm  | Friday_Aging Friday Aging | 
A Handheld Map Annotation System For Sharing Accessibility Information In Communities |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> We introduce a newly developed handheld map annotation system that can be used to share accessibility information in local communities. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Tomoko Imai, UDIT Ltd.; Hoshino Takeshi, Design Division, Hitachi, Ltd.; Naoki Sakakibara, UDIT Inc.; Chika Sekine, UDIT Ltd.; Yukinobu Maruyama, Design Division, Hitachi Ltd.     </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp All Inclusive </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp M </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 4:10 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Newport C - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2205.htm  | Friday_Other Friday Other | 
Integrated Wayfinding/Guidance System Using GPS/IR/RF/RFID With Mobile Device |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This session presents the contents and evaluation results of development project undertaken by Japanese government, METI, which provide integrated assistive system mainly for disabled persons. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Hirohiko Ohkubo, Mitsubishu Precision Company; Seiji Kitakaze, NEC Corporation        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Advanced </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 4:10 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Atlanta - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2210.htm  | Friday_Blind_LV Friday Blind_LV | 
Kurzweil 1000 - Creating A Supportive Teaching Environment |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This presentation demonstrates how Kurzweil 1000 Scan/Read Software encourages reading independence as well as provides supportive teaching, learning and writing tools. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Dominic Gagliano, Pulse Data Humanware; Jackie Wheeler, Kurzweil Educational Systems, Inc.        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp V </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 4:10 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Century C/D - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2215.htm  | Friday_Blind_LV Friday Blind_LV | 
Helping Students With Autism And VI Achieve In The Classroom |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This presentation will demonstrate tips, adaptations, and techniques that teachers use with students who have autism, visual impairments and a wide variety of cognitive abilities. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Helene Marano, Overbrook School for the Blind; Denise Mihalik, Overbrook School for the Blind        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp B,LD,V </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 4:10 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Scottsdale - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2223.htm  | Friday_Blind_LV Friday Blind_LV | 
An ActiveX-based Accessibility Solution For Senior Citizens |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This session introduces an ActiveX-based accessibility solution to make a specific web site accessible for senior citizens without changing the site content. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Hidemasa Muta, IBM Japan, Ltd.        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Internet/WWW </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp V </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 4:10 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> La Jolla B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2227.htm  | Friday_Internet/WWW Friday Internet/WWW | 
A Vendor Neutral Reporting Language For Web Accessibility Evaluations |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> The Evaluation and Report Language (EARL) proposed by W3C/WAI is a platform independent and vendor neutral Semantic Web Language for interoperable Web Accessibility evaluation reports. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Shadi Abou-Zahra, WWW Consortium/Web Acc Initiative        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Internet/WWW </td><td>Level:&nbsp Advanced </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 4:10 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Los Angeles - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2276.htm  | Friday_Internet/WWW Friday Internet/WWW | 
Enhanced Functionality Added To ABLEDATA's Web Site |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> The ABLEDATA Web site, one of the premier assistive technology information resources, has a new design and features that enhance the site's usability and accessibility. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Stephen Lowe, ABLEDATA; David Johnson, ABLEDATA        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Internet/WWW </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 4:10 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> La Jolla A - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2322.htm  | Friday_Internet/WWW Friday Internet/WWW | 
The Most Innovative Notetaker With Multimedia Functions For Your Entertainment |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Braille Hansone enables you to enjoy many unique and new functions: multitasking, playing multimedia (MP3), digital recording, web browsing, and listening to the web-broadcasting as well as traditional notetaker functions. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> YunJin Oh, HIMS Co., Ltd.        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp V </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 4:10 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Boston - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/nopaper.htm  | Friday_Blind_LV Friday Blind_LV | 
101 Uses For Mounting Devices |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Learn to mount switches, trackballs, keyboards, and other input devices. Explore removable suction pads, mounting arms, and Velcro pads. Adapt devices for multiple student needs. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Gordon Woodrow, Tool Factory, Inc.        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Tool Factory </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp M </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 4:10 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Plaza B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/nopaper.htm  | Friday_Tool_Factory Friday Tool_Factory | 
Building Noisy Projects Using A Talking Office Suite |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Learn by building projects in this jam-packed session! Make interactive story books, activate speech, paint pictures, chart data, and adapt for inclusion setting. Free software. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Heather Chirtea, Tool Factory        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Tool Factory </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp B,LD,SL </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 4:10 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 0:30 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Plaza C - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/nopaper.htm  | Friday_Tool_Factory Friday Tool_Factory | 
What's New With Window-Eyes? |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This session will cover the latest advances and newest features of Window-Eyes, and will allow current and new users to learn about its benefits. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Doug Geoffray, GW Micro, Inc.        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp V </td></tr><tr><td> Sat. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/19/2005 </td><td> 8:00 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Denver - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2077.htm  | Saturday_Blind_LV Saturday Blind_LV | 
Test Me, Score Me |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> How many times have we thought "The student knows the answer, she just can't tell us." Test Me, Score Me is a new authoring program for you to create accessible tests using images, movies, sound and text. Participants in this lab will receive a sample CD. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Jo Meyer, SoftTouch Inc.        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Assessment </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DHH,M,DD,LD </td></tr><tr><td> Sat. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/19/2005 </td><td> 8:00 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 2:20 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Chicago/Dallas - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2081.htm  | Saturday_Assessment Saturday Assessment | 
Hindrance Or Habit: Motivating Students To Revise, Edit And Publish |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Participants learn to use Co:Writer Vocabulary tools to enrich writing, no-tech editing tools to help integrate technology and supports to help students publish their piece. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Brenda Bender, Don Johnston, Inc.        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Learning Disabilities </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp SL,LD </td></tr><tr><td> Sat. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/19/2005 </td><td> 8:00 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 2:20 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Carmel - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2105.htm  | Saturday_Learning_Disabilities Saturday Learning_Disabilities | 
Accessible Multimedia In E-books |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> E-books can incorporate multimedia elements, but can these video and audio clips, as well as e-books themselves, be made accessible? NCAM's Beyond the Text project presents an update on the state of e-book and multimedia accessibility. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Geoff Freed, CPB/WGBH Nat'l Ctr For Accessible Media        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Internet/WWW </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DHH,V,DB </td></tr><tr><td> Sat. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/19/2005 </td><td> 8:00 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> La Jolla B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2108.htm  | Saturday_Internet/WWW Saturday Internet/WWW | 
Web Accessibility And The Law: Recent Legal Developments And Advocacy Strategies |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This session will review relevant laws and legal developments regarding web accessibility in the United States.  Audience members will be given time to share advocacy experiences. The presenter is a disability rights lawyer who has negotiated many agreeme </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Lainey Feingold, Law Offices of Elaine B. Feingold        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp All Inclusive </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Sat. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/19/2005 </td><td> 8:00 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> La Jolla A - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2116.htm  | Saturday_Other Saturday Other | 
Hindrance Or Habit: Motivating Students To Revise, Edit And Publish |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Participants learn how Co:Writer Vocabulary tools enrich writing, no-tech editing tools help integrate technology and supports that will help students publish their piece. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Mary Jo Barry, Don Johnston, Inc        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Learning Disabilities </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp SL,DD,LD </td></tr><tr><td> Sat. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/19/2005 </td><td> 8:00 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Los Angeles - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2144.htm  | Saturday_Learning_Disabilities Saturday Learning_Disabilities | 
AAC Assessment: Children And Adults With Developmental Disabilities |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This session focuses on comprehensive AAC assessments for individuals with developmental disabilities. The principles of evidence-based practice apply to speech generating device (SGD) recommendations. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Katya Hill, AAC Institute        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp AAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DD,SL </td></tr><tr><td> Sat. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/19/2005 </td><td> 8:00 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Pacific B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2194.htm  | Saturday_AAC Saturday AAC | 
The Future Of Orientation Aids |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This presentation will discuss the future of these orientation aids and will address improvement of the positioning accuracy; location based services and future platforms, environment exploration; and indoor navigation. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Pierre Hamel, VisuAide        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp V </td></tr><tr><td> Sat. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/19/2005 </td><td> 8:00 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Boston - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2236.htm  | Saturday_Blind_LV Saturday Blind_LV | 
Discover The AbleNet Literacy Tools That Move Your Students From Literacy Experiences To Literacy Instruction! |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> It is possible for ALL students to experience literacy learning success! This session shares AbleNet simple assistive technology that facilitates literacy learning for your students. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Mary Sagstetter, AbleNet; Mary Kay Walch, AbleNet        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Cognitive </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Sat. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/19/2005 </td><td> 8:00 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Century C/D - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2285.htm  | Saturday_Cognitive Saturday Cognitive | 
Book Port: Smaller Than A Paperback, But Holds Hundreds Of Books And Audio |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Shows how this mall device (Book Port) can be used to read many file types, and demonstrates some advanced tools and techniques for finding files and navigating through those files once on the device. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Larry Skutchan, American Printing House F/T Blind        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp V </td></tr><tr><td> Sat. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/19/2005 </td><td> 8:00 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Scottsdale - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2298.htm  | Saturday_Blind_LV Saturday Blind_LV | 
The User Experience: A Case Study Of Web Site Accessibility And Usability |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This report documents the results of a usability study conducted on a Web site, the assistivetech.net site, designed to meet W3C Web Content Accessibility Guidelines. The purpose of the usability study was to determine the degree to which the design, cont </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Elizabeth Bryant, Georgia Tech - CATEA        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Internet/WWW </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DHH,M,V </td></tr><tr><td> Sat. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/19/2005 </td><td> 8:00 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Newport B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2331.htm  | Saturday_Internet/WWW Saturday Internet/WWW | 
W3C User Agent Accessibility Guidelines Test Suite Version 2.0 And Implementation Report |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> The User Agent Accessibility Guidelines working group has developed a second generation implementation report and a set of test suites to help consumers and developers understand the accessibility features of browsers and multi-media players required by p </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Matt May, W3C        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Internet/WWW </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Sat. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/19/2005 </td><td> 8:00 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Century A/B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2363.htm  | Saturday_Internet/WWW Saturday Internet/WWW | 
Northern AAC Users-How They Contact/Communicate Over Large Distances With Each Other. |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This project has high end AAC users that overcome great geographical distance and the need for AAC users to have a support group of peers. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Wendy Young, SET-BC        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp AAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp SL </td></tr><tr><td> Sat. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/19/2005 </td><td> 8:00 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Pacific A - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2373.htm  | Saturday_AAC Saturday AAC | 
Blackberry Solution Technology Provides Real-Time Access For Deaf And Hard Of Hearing Professionals And Learners |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This presentation introduces the new wireless blackberry solution deployed by MCPO/PEPNet organization. This solution can offer individuals with disability readily achievable access to telecommunications and real-time electronic information, and can enhan </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Jorge Maldonado, Midwest Ctr F/Postsecondary Outrch PEPNet        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Deaf/Hard of Hearing </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DHH,SL </td></tr><tr><td> Sat. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/19/2005 </td><td> 8:00 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Newport C - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2396.htm  | Saturday_Deaf/Hard of Hearing Saturday Deaf/Hard of Hearing | 
Unveiling A Universal Link To Mainstream Access Via Speech And Braille Media |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> New Innovative solution from the Tieman Group will be unveiled illustrating the countless advantages offered by a device which provides wireless connectivity to mainstream hardware and software applications within education, employment, and residential se </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Larry Lewis, Optelec US Inc        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp V </td></tr><tr><td> Sat. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/19/2005 </td><td> 8:00 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Atlanta - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/nopaper.htm  | Saturday_Blind_LV Saturday Blind_LV | 
DHTML Accessibility - Fixing The JavaScript Accessibility Problem |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This presentation is designed to show the audience how the Gap analysis was used to create a strategy to solve the DHTML accessibility problem. It will demonstrate how the resulting roadmap is being employed to address the problems and will describe the s </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Richard Schwerdtfeger, IBM; Becky Gibson, IBM        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Internet/WWW </td><td>Level:&nbsp Advanced </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Sat. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/19/2005 </td><td> 8:00 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Marina - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2524.htm  | Saturday_Internet/WWW Saturday Internet/WWW | 
Kurzweil 3000: Accommodating Student Needs In High Stakes Testing |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Kurzweil 3000 supports struggling students in reading comprehension, fluency, and study skills. See how Kurzweil 3000 can accommodate student needs in classroom and high stakes testing. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Joan Cunningham, Kurzweil Educational Systems        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Learning Disabilities </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp B,LD </td></tr><tr><td> Sat. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/19/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> La Jolla B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2110.htm  | Saturday_Learning_Disabilities Saturday Learning_Disabilities | 
Free Software For Measuring Single Switch Use Performance |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Switch use performance determines overall achievement using assistive technology. Free software is now available to quantify performance for evidence-based switch selection and site placement. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Barry Romich, Prentke Romich Company /  AAC Institute; Katya Hill, AAC Institute; Blaise Liffick, Millersville University of Pennsylvania       </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Assessment </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp SL,TBI,M,DD </td></tr><tr><td> Sat. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/19/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Marina - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2147.htm  | Saturday_Assessment Saturday Assessment | 
ClozePro: Filling The Gaps For Reading Success! |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This presentation will show how you can create cloze activities with just a few clicks, using the brand new application 'ClozePro'. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Kevin Lynch, Crick Software Ltd.        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp K-12 </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DHH,SL,LD </td></tr><tr><td> Sat. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/19/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Century C/D - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2152.htm  | Saturday_k_12 Saturday k_12 | 
Working With MAGic! Utilizing The Many Features Of MAGic Screen Magnification |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This presentation will highlight the many powerful magnification and speech features of MAGic and demonstrate how MAGic can be customized to meet individual user's needs. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Dusty Voorhees, Freedom Scientific BLV Group        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp V </td></tr><tr><td> Sat. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/19/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Boston - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2188.htm  | Saturday_Blind_LV Saturday Blind_LV | 
Expanding Choices Using An IntelliKeys Keyboard For Students With Moderate-Severe Disabilities |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> We will demonstrate ways to move students from the touchscreen or single switch to the IntelliKeys keyboard with fun, engaging, standards-based educational activities. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Debbie Grant, Santa Barbara Co. Education Office; Kathie Maltby, Irvine Unified School District        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp K-12 </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DD,M,SL </td></tr><tr><td> Sat. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/19/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Century A/B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2204.htm  | Saturday_k_12 Saturday k_12 | 
Blair At Sequoia: State Standards, Assistive Technology, MOVE And Volunteers |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> The Blair at Sequoia MOVE Model site uses assistive technology and volunteers to allow our severely handicapped students participate in activities addressing the state standards. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Ann Caragher, Kern County Superintendent of Schools Office; Jackie Cooper-Glen, Kern County Superintendent of Schools; Linda Ynostroza, Kern County Superintdnt Of Schools; Julie MacDonell, Kern County Superintendent Of Schs; Denise Jorgensen, Kern County Superintndnt Of Schools; Sarah Benitez, Kern County Superintendent of Schools Office    </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Cognitive </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp M </td></tr><tr><td> Sat. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/19/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Los Angeles - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2206.htm  | Saturday_Cognitive Saturday Cognitive | 
Bridging the Gap: The Relationship Between Low-Tech Instructional Materials And High-Tech AAC Devices For Learning |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Examine the mutual relationship between low-tech symbol-based instructional materials and higher tech AAC devices. Learn to more successfully integrate all levels of technology into the classroom or therapy settings. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Lisa Petit, Mayer-Johnson Inc; Stephanie Williams, DynaVox Systems        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp AAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DD,SL </td></tr><tr><td> Sat. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/19/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Pacific B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2221.htm  | Saturday_AAC Saturday AAC | 
Assistive Technology For Cognition: Implications For Design |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This session describes assistive technology to support individuals with cognitive disabilities. We review currently available devices and discuss design implications for devices in development. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Pat Brown, University Of Washington/UWCTDS; Mark Harniss, Cntr For Tech And Disab, Univ Of WA; Kurt Johnson, University of Washington       </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Cognitive </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DD,TBI </td></tr><tr><td> Sat. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/19/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> La Jolla A - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2240.htm  | Saturday_Cognitive Saturday Cognitive | 
Reading Printed Material With The New ZoomText 9.0 |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> A scan and read systems for low vision users can be flexible and cost-effective solution. Come see how using ZoomText 9.0 Magnifier/ScreenReader with an inexpensive scanning package can provide an easy-to-use system for viewing and reading all types of pr </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Scott Moore, Ai Squared        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp V </td></tr><tr><td> Sat. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/19/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Denver - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2272.htm  | Saturday_Blind_LV Saturday Blind_LV | 
GPS Technology- A Viable Orientation Aid For People With Dual Sensory Loss? |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> The paper explores the potential that GPS technology offer for the deaf-blind as an orientation aid. Possible solutions will be presented and discussed. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Oystein Dale, Centre for Assistive Technology; Daniel Scheidegger, Center For Assistive Technology        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DB,V </td></tr><tr><td> Sat. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/19/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Scottsdale - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2305.htm  | Saturday_Blind_LV Saturday Blind_LV | 
Matching Alternate Format: Individual Needs Of Blind, Low Vision And LD Students |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> A work in progress: two Idaho colleges designing assessment tools that match alternate formats, technology, motivation, course/media features and the person in a most effective manner utilizing assistive technology. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Todd DeVries, Idaho State University; Shannon Palmer, College of Southern Idaho; Ann Flannery, College of Southern Idaho       </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Learning Disabilities </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DB,DD,LD,SL,V </td></tr><tr><td> Sat. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/19/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Newport B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2338.htm  | Saturday_Learning_Disabilities Saturday Learning_Disabilities | 
The ViewPlus IVEO Technology For Universally Usable Graphical Information |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Demonstration of how to make universally usable mainstream graphical information with the ViewPlus IVEO Creator and how to view it with the free IVEO Viewer. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> John Gardner, ViewPlus Technologies, Inc        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DB,LD,V </td></tr><tr><td> Sat. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/19/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Atlanta - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2349.htm  | Saturday_Blind_LV Saturday Blind_LV | 
Radical Software Surgery: Case Studies In Advanced Customization |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Learn customization techniques that improve the accessibility and usability of mainstream applications. See demonstrations of user interface modifications, VBA commands, macro recordings, and macro scripting. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Alan Cantor, Cantor Access Inc.        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Assessment </td><td>Level:&nbsp Advanced </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Sat. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/19/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Newport C - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2364.htm  | Saturday_Assessment Saturday Assessment | 
Autism And Behavioral Supports |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Explore a variety of software programs designed to augment autism intervention programs. Explore activities, then we'll share detailed stories and intervention strategies. Free software. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Laura Cryer, Granada Learning        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Tool Factory </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp B,DD,LD </td></tr><tr><td> Sat. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/19/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Plaza B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/nopaper.htm  | Saturday_Tool_Factory Saturday Tool_Factory | 
Experimental Lab With Switch Software |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Take a guided tour of switch-compatible computer activities. Develop critical skills in sequences, matching, categorization, concentration and picture-to-sound association. Earn effective implementation methods. Free software. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Paul Nuttall, SEMERC        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Tool Factory </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp B,DD,LD,M,SL </td></tr><tr><td> Sat. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/19/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Plaza C - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/nopaper.htm  | Saturday_Tool_Factory Saturday Tool_Factory | 
"I Do Like It" A New Braille Reading Program For Children |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Program software will be demonstrated, showing the ease of customizing story content to suit the student. Customized books can be created using Braille embossing hardware. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Tricia d'Apice, St Lucys School        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DB,V </td></tr><tr><td> Sat. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/19/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Pacific A - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2543.htm  | Saturday_Blind_LV Saturday Blind_LV | 
'K' Sonar And Student Miniguide: Background, Features, Demonstrations, And Applications |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Two new Electronic Travel Devices are described and demonstrated by audience volunteers and video. Background and differential applications of each device type are considered. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Mary (Terrie) Terlau, American Printing House for the Blind        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp V </td></tr><tr><td> Sat. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/19/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Denver - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2085.htm  | Saturday_Blind_LV Saturday Blind_LV | 
AT Programs For Preschool To High School Severely And Profoundly Handicapped Students |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Two assistive technology teachers discuss "real world" approaches to serving severely/profoundly handicapped students. With PowerPoint, we discuss referral, assessment, and recommendations, and demonstrate recommended equipment. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Janet Edberg, LACOE; Virginia Mitchell, L.A.C.O.E.        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp K-12 </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DD </td></tr><tr><td> Sat. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/19/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Century C/D - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2086.htm  | Saturday_k_12 Saturday k_12 | 
Jsay Technology - Successful Integration Of Dragon NaturallySpeaking and Jaws for Windows |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> An overview of JSay integration technology; how JSay provides a dynamic user interface for the simultaneous use of Dragon NaturallySpeaking and Jaws for Windows.  Particular focus will be on user interactive features and maximizing efficiency for new users.</td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Ed Rosenthal, Next Generation Technologies, Inc.; Terry Clasper, T & T Consultancy </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp V </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Chicago/Dallas - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2547.htm  | Friday_Blind_LV Friday Blind_LV |
Speech-Feedback And AAC On Mac OS X: In-Depth Exploration of Proloquo |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Learn the ins-and-outs of Proloquo, a multilingual AAC and speech feedback solution for Mac OS X, through a hands-on session with lead developer. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> David Niemeijer, AssistiveWare; Melvin Dashner, Origin Instruments Corporation        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp AAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp SL,V,M,LD </td></tr><tr><td> Sat. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/19/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 2:20 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Carmel - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2119.htm  | Saturday_AAC Saturday AAC | 
A Team Training Model Based On The Quality Indicators For Assistive Technology |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This session will present a model for professional staff development used by a regional education center based on the Quality Indicators for Assistive Technology Services. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Peggi McNairn, Education Service Center, Region XI; Joy Zabala, Assistive Technology And Leadership        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp All Inclusive </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Sat. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/19/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> La Jolla B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2132.htm  | Saturday_Other Saturday Other | 
Future Distribution And Playback Options For Digital Talking Books |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> A roadmap for making available audio books and other electronic contents in the palm of the visually impaired from anywhere in the world. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Gerry Chevalier, VisuAide, Inc.; Ivan Lagace, VisuAide        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp V,LD </td></tr><tr><td> Sat. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/19/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> La Jolla A - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2135.htm  | Saturday_Blind_LV Saturday Blind_LV | 
The Role Of Motor Planning In AAC And Language Acquisition |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> The authors will explore the role of motor planning in AAC and language acquisition. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Bruce Baker, Semantic Compaction Systems; Annalee Anderson, Prentke Romich Company        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp AAC </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp SL </td></tr><tr><td> Sat. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/19/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Pacific A - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2288.htm  | Saturday_AAC Saturday AAC | 
Web-Based Career Development Tools For People With Visual Impairments: AFB CareerConnect |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This presentation will interact with the online career development and employment planning tools available through the American Foundation for the Blind's CareerConnect e-mentoring program. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Cliff Winters, American Foundation for the Blind        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Employment </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp V </td></tr><tr><td> Sat. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/19/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Los Angeles - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2312.htm  | Saturday_Employment Saturday Employment | 
The Kentucky Accessible Materials Consortium: Improved Student Learning Through Accessible Curriculum Materials |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This session discusses the purpose(s) of the Kentucky Accessible Materials Consortium (KAMC) and gives an overview of the web site and how it is used by Kentucky educators and publishers. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Thomas Simmons, University Of Louisville; Karen Ender, KAMC University of Louisville        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp All Inclusive </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Sat. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/19/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Newport C - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2318.htm  | Saturday_Other Saturday Other | 
aDesigner: Visualizing Blind Usability and Simulating Low Vision Visibility <table><tr><td colspan=3 This session introduces a disability simulator "aDesigner", which helps Web designers ensure that the Web content they develop is accessible and usable by visually impaired users.</td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Shin Satio, Tokyo Research Laboratory, IBM Research; Chieko Asakawa, Tokyo Research Laboratory, IBM Research</td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Internet/WWW </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DB,V  </td></tr><tr><td> Saturday  &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/19/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Boston - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2631.htm  | Saturday_ Internet/WWW Saturday Internet/WWW |
Hands-Free Computer Access |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This market overview presentation will describe the many options for hands-free computer access, from low-tech head sticks to high-tech brain activated systems and everything in between. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Kyra Wouters, Origin Instruments Corporation        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp All Inclusive </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp M </td></tr><tr><td> Sat. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/19/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Century A/B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2324.htm  | Saturday_Other Saturday Other | 
AudioMORPH: A Tool To Support The Conversion Of Graphical User Interfaces Into Auditory Interfaces |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> AudioMORPH's goal is provide auditory access to information systems applications without requiring outside professional customization. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Melody Moore, Georgia State University; Dan Ratanasit, Georgia State University        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DB,V </td></tr><tr><td> Sat. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/19/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Scottsdale - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2344.htm  | Saturday_Blind_LV Saturday Blind_LV | 
UDL Strategies For Students With Cognitive Disabilities |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This session will focus on universal design strategies using AT for children with cognitive disabilities. A CD containing many of the software templates will be provided. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Debra Bauder, University of Louisville; Penny Ellis, Bluegrass Technology Center; Debbie Sharon, Bluegrass Technology Center       </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Cognitive </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DD </td></tr><tr><td> Sat. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/19/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Marina - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2345.htm  | Saturday_Cognitive Saturday Cognitive | 
BrailleNote Or PACMate: A Side By Side Comparison |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> How do you choose a PDA adapted for the blind? This session will discuss some of the relevant topics you should consider when doing so. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> James Westmoreland, PacifiCorp        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DB,V </td></tr><tr><td> Sat. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/19/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Atlanta - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2358.htm  | Saturday_Blind_LV Saturday Blind_LV | 
Math Resources For Older Learners And Interactive Flash Cards |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Using a follow-the-leader teaching style you'll try out "interactive flash cards." Explore computer-assisted activities for older learners including fractions, decimals, and percents. Free software. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Heather Chirtea, Tool Factory        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Tool Factory </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DD,LD </td></tr><tr><td> Sat. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/19/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Plaza B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/nopaper.htm  | Saturday_Tool_Factory Saturday Tool_Factory | 
Touch Screens And Sensory Software, An Effective Combination! |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Compose a symphony with your finger tips. Practice visual discrimination and matching through game play. Develop hand-eye coordination. Investigate teacher controls for adaptability. Free software. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Paul Nuttall, SEMERC        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Tool Factory </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DD,LD,M,SL </td></tr><tr><td> Sat. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/19/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Plaza C - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/nopaper.htm  | Saturday_Tool_Factory Saturday Tool_Factory | 
How To Write Macros And Scripts For Dragon NaturallySpeaking Professional Speech Input Technology |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This workshop will cover the three macro tools and scripting interface available in Scansoft Dragon NaturallySpeaking software. Particular emphasis will be placed on integrating NaturallySpeaking with functions in other applications; and automating work r </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Ed Rosenthal, Next Generation Technologies, Inc.        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp All Inclusive </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Sat. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/19/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 2:20 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Chicago/Dallas - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2528.htm  | Saturday_Other Saturday Other | 
LaTeX2Tri: Physics And Mathematics For The Blind Or Visually Impaired |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> A new conversion tool, LaTeX2Tri, makes LaTeX files of physics and mathematics accessible to blind or visually impaired users of Win Triangle. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> David Thompson, Department of Physics, Harvard University        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DB,V </td></tr><tr><td> Sat. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/19/2005 </td><td> 10:40 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Pacific B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2552.htm  | Saturday_Blind_LV Saturday Blind_LV | 
Making Large Commercial Sites Accessible (HP Shares Best Practices) |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> HP will share its best practices and lessons learned during a roll-out of accessibility standards. We will provide a step-by step implementation plan and outline dependencies and drivers. Notes and Brochures for Web Developers will be provided. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Natasha Lipkina, Hewlett Packard Company; Melinda Stelzer, Hewlett Packard Company        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Internet/WWW </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Fri. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/18/2005 </td><td> 9:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> La Jolla A - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2566.htm  | Friday_Internet/WWW Friday Internet/WWW | 
To Read Independently: The Goal For Students With Significant Disabilities |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Expect results with reading and content-area curriculum goals. Strategically combine the Beginning Literacy Framework's Emergent, Transitional and Conventional text to address beginning reading skills. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Jamey Kamrath, Don Johnston, Inc        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Cognitive </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp SL,M,DD,LD </td></tr><tr><td> Sat. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/19/2005 </td><td> 12:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Century A/B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2104.htm  | Saturday_Cognitive Saturday Cognitive | 
Speech Synthesizer Developments For Windows CE Applications |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Dolphin now has low-footprint synthesis for PDAs and other embedded applications running on Windows CE v 3.0 and v 4.0,  Pocket PC 2002 and 2003. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> John Rye, Dolphin Computer Access        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp V </td></tr><tr><td> Sat. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/19/2005 </td><td> 12:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Denver - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2129.htm  | Saturday_Blind_LV Saturday Blind_LV | 
Test Smarter With TestTalker Empowering Students For Testing Success |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> We will demonstrate TestTalker in applications including teacher generated materials, test prep materials and actual standardized tests. Both language arts and math will be included. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Mary Ann Sember, Freedom Scientific/Learning Sys Grp        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Assessment </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp LD </td></tr><tr><td> Sat. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/19/2005 </td><td> 12:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> La Jolla B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2181.htm  | Saturday_Assessment Saturday Assessment | 
Market Forces Driving The Design Of More Accessible Information & Communication Technologies (ICT) |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> This paper overviews eight global market forces driving the design of more accessible information and communication technologies. One of these market forces is disability access. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Steve Jacobs, ITTATC        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp All Inclusive </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Sat. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/19/2005 </td><td> 09:20 AM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Newport B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2269.htm  | Saturday_Other Saturday Other | 
Using Cascading Stylesheets To Give Web Visitors More Choices |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> AFB's site allows users to choose font, text size, and color scheme. We will explain implementation of these features using server-side programming and dynamic stylesheets. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Crista Earl, American Foundation For The Blind; Elizabeth Neal, American Foundation For The Blind        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Internet/WWW </td><td>Level:&nbsp Advanced </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp V </td></tr><tr><td> Sat. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/19/2005 </td><td> 12:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Century C/D - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2321.htm  | Saturday_Internet/WWW Saturday Internet/WWW | 
Where Do Accessible Products Come From  And Why Does It Take So Long? |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Consumers, particularly consumers with disabilities, find that the commercial marketplace is limited in the number and variety of products that possess accessible features. In some cases, this prevents the use of these products and, for a wide segment of  </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Timothy Creagan, ITTATC        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp All Inclusive </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DB,DHH,M,SL </td></tr><tr><td> Sat. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/19/2005 </td><td> 12:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> La Jolla A - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2343.htm  | Saturday_Other Saturday Other | 
Focusing On Emergent Braille Writing: The Neglected Half Of Literacy |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Improving student outcomes in early Braille writing skills through the integration of an electronic Braille writer with standards-based instruction will increase the acquisition of writing skills. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Donna McNear, Rum River Spec Ed Cooperative; James Sullivan, Optelec, USA Inc.        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp V </td></tr><tr><td> Sat. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/19/2005 </td><td> 12:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Boston - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2350.htm  | Saturday_Blind_LV Saturday Blind_LV | 
Utilizing Multimedia Tools To Increase Youth Voice In Special Education Planning Meetings |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Youth can facilitate planning meetings and share their perspectives using multimedia tools like video and Power Point. Examples, research findings, and templates will demonstrate innovative strategies. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Mary Kelly, Indiana University School of Education; Karen Thomas, Monroe County Community School Corp; Jim Skouge, Univ Of Hawaii at Manoa, Dept. of Special Educ.       </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp K-12 </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Sat. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/19/2005 </td><td> 12:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Newport B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2366.htm  | Saturday_k_12 Saturday k_12 | 
The World's First Low Vision Auto-Reader: MyReader Restores The Joy Of Reading |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> myReader is the world's first low-vision auto-reader and is arguably the most significant low-vision assistive technology breakthrough in thirty years. In this session, an overview of the product, and the benefits it provides the low vision community, wil </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Russell Watson, Pulse Data Human Ware; Russell Smith, Pulse Data International        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Blind/LV </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp V </td></tr><tr><td> Sat. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/19/2005 </td><td> 12:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Scottsdale - Marriott </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2387.htm  | Saturday_Blind_LV Saturday Blind_LV | 
Digital Talking Book Service For Schools |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> The presentation will identify the challenges in deploying the technology, how the service is being used in various school environments and the benefits offered to students and their teachers. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Donna Brown, Recording for the Blind & Dyslexic  </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Learning Disabilities </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp V </td></tr><tr><td> Thurday. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/17/2005 </td><td> 4:10 P.M. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> La Jolla A - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2315.htm  | Thursday_Learning_Disabilities Thursday Learning_Disabilities |
Demonstrated Educational Uses Of SigningAvatar Technology |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> The need and process for sign-enabling educational content for Deaf students and a review of formal and informal projects and results will be discussed. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Shelley Popson, Resource Materials & Technology Center        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Deaf/Hard of Hearing </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DHH </td></tr><tr><td> Sat. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/19/2005 </td><td> 12:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Newport C - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2410.htm  | Saturday_Deaf/Hard of Hearing Saturday Deaf/Hard of Hearing | 
Accessibility Internet Rally (AIR) - Adapting Web Accessibility Training To Local Needs |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Since 1998, Knowbility's AIR program has engaged web professionals in active participation to meet access challenges. Learn to adapt the program to local needs. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Sharron Rush, Knowbility Inc; Wendy Wilkenson, Disability Law Resource Project        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Internet/WWW </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp ALL </td></tr><tr><td> Sat. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/19/2005 </td><td> 12:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Marina - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2416.htm  | Saturday_Internet/WWW Saturday Internet/WWW | 
Build Confidence While Building Websites With LD Students |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> Discuss school successes! Build a drag-and-drop website that integrates text, video, audio, and animation. Review student projects and share leveled teaching strategies. Free software. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Heather Chirtea, Tool Factory        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Tool Factory </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp B,LD </td></tr><tr><td> Sat. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/19/2005 </td><td> 12:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Plaza B - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/nopaper.htm  | Saturday_Tool_Factory Saturday Tool_Factory | 
Alternative Assessment |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> An alternative assessment and software selection methodology for learners with cognitive and language delays will be explored. Hands-on software experimentation, and lively discussions on strategies. </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Susan Leech, Infogrip, Inc.        </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp Tool Factory </td><td>Level:&nbsp Beginner </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp B,DD,LD,SL </td></tr><tr><td> Sat. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/19/2005 </td><td> 12:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Plaza C - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/nopaper.htm  | Saturday_Tool_Factory Saturday Tool_Factory | 
Shortcuts To Computer Access |  <table><tr><td colspan=3> When considering Discover, is "can I get onto the internet?" the first question that comes up? Or, "can Discover support the Literacy needs of my students?" Madentec Limited has built-in access to the internet/email as part of the default setups included  </td></tr><tr><td colspan=3> Mark Sardo, Madentec Limited; Kelly Fonner,         </td></tr><tr><td>Topic:&nbsp All Inclusive </td><td>Level:&nbsp Intermediate </td><td>Disability Codes:&nbsp DD,LD,M,SL,V </td></tr><tr><td> Sat. &nbsp;-&nbsp; 3/19/2005 </td><td> 12:00 PM &nbsp;-&nbsp; 1:00 &nbsp Hr/Min</td><td> Los Angeles - Hilton </td></tr></table>  |  http://www.csun.edu/cod/conf/2005/proceedings/2563.htm  | Saturday_Other Saturday Other |