TechAbility

Ever seen a Sensory room which is underused, or badly used? At #TechAbility26 Ted Wilkinson will share his research into assumptions, design and use. Plus advice about impact, development and futureproofing of Sensory Rooms. 19 November. Coventry. www.techability.org.uk/techability-...

At #TechAbility26, Deniz Uyanık from Policy Connect will reflect on working with job coaches to build awareness of freely available #ATech tools. Deniz will also outline how to make these tools a core part of employment transition 19 November. Coventry www.techability.org.uk/techability-...

At #TechAbility26, Deniz Uyanık from Policy Connect will reflect on working with job coaches to build awareness of freely available #ATech tools. Deniz will also outline how to make these tools a core part of employment transition 19 November. Coventry www.techability.org.uk/techability-...

Come and hear about #AssistiveTechnology solutions, discuss them and take back to your organisation. 19 November. Coventry Building Society Arena. www.techability.org.uk/techability-... #TechAbility26 #ATech #EdTech

Afternoon sessions for #TechAbility26 Join us to be inspired by practitioners and researchers delivering #AssistiveTechnology in the real world. Coventry on 19 November www.techability.org.uk/techability-... Plus hot topics discussions: talk to peers, or fire questions at our sponsors

What a selection of #AssistiveTechnology sessions - and this is just the morning! #TechAbility26 has 6 more sessions in the afternoon, an amazing keynote, supplier exhibition and opportunities for discussion. 19 November. Coventry. Secure your place www.techability.org.uk/techability-...

It's hard to escape the hype around smartglasses. Helen and Kathryn from @jisc.bsky.social will present a balanced view of the advantages for accessibility alongside the ethical considerations. Book now to secure your place. 19 November. Coventry. www.techability.org.uk/techability-...

@Rebecca Joskow and Ellie Cole from @gdihub.bsky.social share what “very important” actually means in the context of #AssitiveTechnology users' daily lives. Join us at #TechAbility26 on 19 November to hear about their findings. www.techability.org.uk/techability-...

Some quotes from delegates who came to TechAbility Conference last year. Book now to get your thought provoking, well organised, dedicated to Assistive Technology, conference experience! www.techability.org.uk/techability-... 19 November. Coventry.

Join us on 19 November in Coventry to hear Kirstin highlight how to integrate #AssistiveTechnology as part of formative assessment. Making sure learners establish a typical way of working before needing AT for more formal assessments. www.techability.org.uk/techability-... #TechAbility26

Some quotes from delegates who came to TechAbility Conference last year. Book now to get your thought provoking, well organised, dedicated to Assistive Technology, conference experience! www.techability.org.uk/techability-... 19 November. Coventry.

Join us on 19 November in Coventry to hear Kirstin highlight how to integrate #AssistiveTechnology as part of formative assessment. Making sure learners establish a typical way of working before needing AT for more formal assessments. www.techability.org.uk/techability-... #TechAbility26

Choosing a university and course is a big decision. For blind and partially sighted students, there can be extra things to consider. Hear Khadija, Aleks and Faith share their experiences and practical advice on our Through Our Eyes podcast. Listen: https://tinyurl.com/3x6r35cp  

At #TechAbility26 you'll also be able to hear about: - Professionalising the role of the Assistive Technologist - AT and employment transition - AT to support formative assessments - Why cultural change is as important as technology Secure your place: www.techability.org.uk/techability-...

At #TechAbility26 you'll hear about: 👉 #AssistiveTechnology and employment transition 👉 The intersection of #AAC and AT 👉 Why cultural change is as important as tech 👉 Smartglasses as AT 👉 AI for access and more... 19 November. Coventry. www.techability.org.uk/techability-...

At #TechAbility26 you'll hear about: 👉 #AssistiveTechnology and employment transition 👉 The intersection of #AAC and AT 👉 Why cultural change is as important as tech 👉 Smartglasses as AT 👉 AI for access and more... 19 November. Coventry. www.techability.org.uk/techability-...

Requests for special needs plans have soared by as much as 49 per cent in some areas as families race to secure support before reforms restrict access. Story for @theipaper.com inc insight from @oasisuk.bsky.social & @leoracruddas.bsky.social ⬇️ inews.co.uk/news/educati...

At #TechAbility26 you'll also be able to hear about: - Professionalising the role of the Assistive Technologist - AT and employment transition - AT to support formative assessments - Why cultural change is as important as technology Secure your place: www.techability.org.uk/techability-...

Just some of the presentations at #TechAbility26 in November. -Smartglasses as #AssistiveTechnology -AT and AI for access -The impact of AT on user’s lives -Gesture control with a smartwatch -Building an AT lending library Booking open. Places filling fast! www.techability.org.uk/techability-...

Upgrade your #AssistiveTechnology knowledge by joining people working to improve access in education, care and health. 19 November. Coventry. Book now to secure your place www.techability.org.uk/techability-...

Upgrade your #AssistiveTechnology knowledge by joining people working to improve access in education, care and health. 19 November. Coventry. Book now to secure your place www.techability.org.uk/techability-...

Keynote Speaker announcement for #TechAbility26 📢 Beth Moulam will share her lived experience of “Dreaming big, working hard and being resilient as an Assistive Technology user” providing valuable insights for AT users and supporters. Secure your place now www.techability.org.uk/techability-...

Latest video in our series features Big Life Adventure, a safe social media space for people with learning disabilities and/or autism. Niki from Big Life Adventure talks about individuals who have benefitted, how the platform works and the story behind it. youtu.be/-3S3ywL_gD8 #AssistiveTechnology

Just some of the presentations at #TechAbility26 in November. -Smartglasses as #AssistiveTechnology -AT and AI for access -The impact of AT on user’s lives -Gesture control with a smartwatch -Building an AT lending library Booking open. Places filling fast! www.techability.org.uk/techability-...

RNC is at Sight Village Leeds today. Come visit our stand at the Royal Armouries Museum to learn more about the College and what we offer. Nathan is here until 3pm. Drop by and say hello. #SightVillage #Visuallylmpaired #Education #Employment #Empowerment

TechAbility's AT Lead, Fil is on his way to Portcullis House for the annual reception of the APPG on Assistive and Accessible Technology. Looking forward to discussions around #AssistiveTechnology developments and professionalisation, and hearing from AT users and advocates.

Showcase your #AssistiveTechnology or #EdTech in front of a highly engaged audience at TechAbility26. 19 November. Coventry Building Society Arena. All exhibitors get an elevator pitch at the start of the day, which is highly valued by delegates. Get in touch techability@natspec.org.uk

Cool video from Tencent, showcasing Columbia University's Surveyor research on enabling serendipitous exploration for blind players - www.youtube.com/watch?v=3JrQ...

Take 10 minutes to find out how to make Word a much more useful tool. youtu.be/Z85VfwRKKuc?... New video from TechAbility, Everyday Access in Microsoft Word, shows you how to structure documents and use tools which will help learners and staff get the best out of Microsoft Word.

2 more submissions just pinged in for #TechAbility26 You've got less than 12 hours to get yours to us...

Deadline is close... Midnight, Friday 24 April Get your #ATech, #AssistiveTechnology or #AssistiveTech, presentations submitted for #TechAbility26 Submit your inspirational solutions or research to share with with eager delegates from education, care and health. bit.ly/ta26presente...

If you've ever wondered why an accessibility overlay isn't enough to fix all your accessibility issues on your website, have a read of this article where a developer tried to educate an overlay company from the inside: zurl.co/i3OTM #Developer #Accessibility #A11y

3 days to go... You can call it #ATech, you can call it #AssistiveTechnology or even #AssistiveTech, but we want your presentations showing practical solutions or interesting research. bit.ly/ta26presentercall Got an idea but not sure if it will fit? email techability@natspec.org.uk

Take 10 minutes to find out how to make Word a much more useful tool. youtu.be/Z85VfwRKKuc?... New video from TechAbility, Everyday Access in Microsoft Word, shows you how to structure documents and use tools which will help learners and staff get the best out of Microsoft Word.

Pictures show what something looks like. Symbols are designed to represent meaning. That difference matters in AAC, and language development. This new Global Symbols blog explains why both matter. Read more: globalsymbols.com/news/Picture... #AAC #Communication #AssistiveTechnology #A11Y

Less than 2 weeks to get your #AssistiveTechnology presentation in for #TechAbility26. Showcase your practice or highlight your impactful research to other #ATech professionals. Complete the form to be considered bit.ly/ta26presentercall Deadline for submission is Friday 24 April (midnight UK)

Less than 5 weeks now... Complete the presenter call form to be considered bit.ly/ta26presente... Deadline for submission is 24 April. #AssistiveTechnology #ATech #EdTech

Full list of CPD opportunities during the 2026 summer term from Natspec and TechAbility. Attend these online, though most courses can be delivered face-to-face at your organisation, to groups of staff. mailchi.mp/de0647fc80c2... #HighNeeds #PMLD #ATech #AssistiveTechnology