Closing the Gap
Publishes a newsletter several times a year with technology updates that includes new product announcements, software reviews, and public policy information regarding technology and persons of all ages who have special needs for home, school, or the workplace. The CTG Web site offers online discussion forums that explore the many ways technology is being used in instruction and rehabilitation, and to enhance the lives of people with special needs. A national conference each fall is a major meeting of professionals, consumers, and developers of new technologies. Closing the Gap, P.O. Box 68, Henderson, MN 56044; 612-248-3294; www.closingthegap.com/.
International Society for Technology in Education
A non-profit organization for professionals interested in the use of technology in all aspects and levels of education. Notable publications include the Journal of Research on Computing in Education, Learning and Leading with Technology, and volumes related to the organization's special interest groups. The ISTE sponsors the annual National Educational Computing Conference and the annual International Conference on Telecommunications and Multimedia in Education. ISTE, 480 Charnelton Street, Eugene, OR 97401-2626; 800-336-5191; http://iste.org/.
Assistive Technology Training Online Project
Web site provides information on AT applications that help students with disabilities learn in elementary classrooms. Selected special access and communication software, resources, and AT basics are included. Hosted by the School of Public Health and Health Professions and the Center for Assistive Technology at the State University of New York at Buffalo; http://atto.buffalo.edu/.
Simplified Technology by Linda Burkhart
A collection of links related to assistive technology, augmentative and alternative communication, and special populations; www.lburkhart.com/links.htm.
Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America
An interdisciplinary association focused on promoting research, development, education, advocacy, and provision of technology to improve the potential of people with disabilities. The organization provides support for the people engaged in these activities through the Assistive Technology journal and other publications, an annual conference, and a credentialing program. RESNA offers a Fundamentals of Assistive Technology course throughout the year at locations around the country; www.resna.org/.
Center on Disability-California State University at Northridge
Disseminates information about disabilities and assistive technology through training programs, an annual conference, customized workshops, and electronic media. Offers a certificate program (ATACP) through a combination of online/live instruction; www.csun.edu/cod/.
Research Institute for Assistive and Training Technologies: Assistive Technology Training Programs
The National Association of the State Directors of Special Education offers a Competency Certificate program based upon the successful completion of various strands of courses. There are nine certificates focusing on specific areas of study, including a Communication Competency Certificate, intended for speech-language pathologists. Coursework is completed through distance education courses and on-site seminars related to specific assistive technology topics; www.nasdse.org/.
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