Website: https://www.zearn.org/

Zearn is a self-directed online program for grades 1 through 5 that covers pre-K through 12th-grade math and is in line with the Eureka Math curriculum. To keep students engaged, it starts sessions with engaging warm-up exercises like counting how many apples a cartoon fox has eaten. The program walks students through a range of educational tasks, such as working through practice problems, watching instructional videos to master new math topics, and completing timed arithmetic challenges. Zearn is exceptional at providing educators and students with insightful feedback in addition to in-depth, concept-oriented practice, according to Shannon McGrath, an instructional coach from Western Springs, Illinois.

Name of tech product: Google Earth

Website: https://earth.google.com/web/

Brief description: Google Earth maps the Earth by using satellite images etc., which allows students to view cities and landscapes from various angles.

Target Audience: Students with and without disabilities.

Website: https://education.ti.com/en/activities/stem/stem-behind-hollywood

Description: This tool helps student explore STEM topics using Hollywood movies to engage and motivate them. The tool provides students and teachers with a problem to solve and understand that centers around a Hollywood movie or genre. It includes lesson plans, worksheets, and teacher notes.

Target audience: Highschool students or students who are learning to use graphing calculators.

Website (https://ed.ted.com/)

Brief description (Teachers can choose TED-Ed lessons that relate to current events or contemporary issues. This can help students understand the relevance of historical events and connect them to the present)

Target Audience (Students in high school with or without disabilities,)

Name of my technology: Duck, Duck, Moose

Website: https://www.duckduckmoose.com/

Brief Description: Website aimed at early elementary students aimed to teach them math, literacy, and creative expression. For each app they describe what the child will learn. For the math apps they describe which common core standards fall under each app.

Target audience: children ages 2-13, with a focus on children ages 2-6

Tech Product: BoomWriter

Link: https://boomwriter.com

Brief Description - BoomWriter is a resource that aims to help students become creative writers. On BoomWriter students can complete writing activities that are relevant and engaging, while also being provided with detailed reporting. It can also be a platform for communication and for students to receive feedback.

Target Audience: Students in grades 2-12.

BrainPOP, and its sister site BrainPOP jr, are video based educational websites designed to engage in the core subject areas of math science history and reading/ writing. Both websites use a combination of video based learning and fun educational games to engage students with educational themes. Each video is also accompanied by a short quiz to check for student understanding.

BrainPOP and BrainPOP jr target students in grades K-8.

Desmos is a website with multiple advanced calculators for free. Many calculations are open to manipulation and simulation. This greatly benefits diverse learners, as well as students under in poverty who may not be able to afford large expensive calculators.

Target Audience: Grade 6-12

• Vanessa Hamrick

• Raz-Kids

• https://www.raz-kids.com/

• Raz- Kids is an interactive website with stories and comprehension activities. The website is focused on reading and language arts activities. The books and activities are also made in spanish versions.

• The target audience is elementary level readers.

target audience- desmos can be used in any grade level K-12, but i've seen it used the most in a high school level thanks to its easy to use interface.

Website: https://www.wolframalpha.com/

Description: Wolfram Alpha is a search engine accessible as an application or a website. It allows users to quickly calculate math problems, and find answers to cultural, scientific, and general questions. This product operates as a search engine which provides straightforward, organized answers based on a user's question (rather than any website links). It can be a relevant tool for teaching math, science, social studies, and health science.

Audience: It is catered to a diverse audience but is most appropriate for users who are 12 or older (so around 6th - 12th grade).

https://www.getepic.com/

Epic is a resource that gives students access to thousands of digital books and audiobooks. The website contains over 40,000 books and activities to get students and children excited about reading!

The target audience is elementary school students.

Jelly Bean is meant for users who have limited access and can switch in to different colors of the users choosing. The Jelly Bean can help those who can only reach a short distance.

The Kinder Board is a large-key computer keyboard that makes it easier for children to type. This tool is catered towards students with visual impairments and even those with fine motor skills. What's also really great is that the keys color code consonants, vowels, numbers, and punctuation marks.

Name of tech product: Hitch 2

Website: https://www.ablenetinc.com/hitch-2/

Brief description: The Hitch 2 devices are paired with various switches and software programs that help people in using the various tools and components that support their engagement through response. This provides individuals with numerous opportunities to respond, gain experience from others' responses, and increase their learning process in a more effective way. Additionally, this can support using a scrolling device on any kind of computer that a person may be using. In addition, this device can support students who have difficulty learning by encouraging them to become more engaged and improve their understanding of the assigned material in the classroom. Additionally supports teamwork and communication abilities.

Target audience: Provide assist for individuals who have issues with their movement abilities or coordination, sensory needs, vision impairments which make it challenging for them to see images on computers, and both hand and finger needs resulting due to the individuals cerebral palsy condition.

Name of tech product: Vision Board 2

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Website: https://www.ablenetinc.com/computer-and-tablet-access/

Brief Description: The image above is a keyboard with a bigger font for the keys. The bigger font allows individuals with visual impairments to see the keyboard characters better.

Target audience: The target audience for this keyboard is individuals with visual impairments. The larger key fonts allow people with visual impairments to have better access visually.

Description: This keyboard allows a student with visual impairments to better see the individual keys. The keyboard has yellow keys with black text, which provides a bigger contrast for users.

Target Audience: Students with visual impairments/ low vision/ CVI

Name of AT product: Mini cup switch

Website: https://www.ablenetinc.com/mini-cup-switch/

Description: This switch is advertised as one of the most durable switches. This switch is dirt- and dust-resistant and can be submerged in water for up to 1 meter and for as long as 30 minutes.

Target audience: For people with impaired mobility, whether fine or gross-motor. Also, it is aimed at users who need a more durable device.

Name of Tech Product: Quciktalker feather touch 12

Website: https://www.ablenetinc.com/quicktalker-ft-12/

Description: Quicktalker Feather Touch 12 allows users to communicate in longer sentences/thoughts. The devices will enable the user to change the words/symbols from an app on an iPad or iPhone. It is also very durable if it gets thrown or dropped.

Target audience: On the website, I couldn't find a target audience, but from what's on the devices, I think it's from ages 5-10, maybe a little older.

Name of tech product: Chester Mouse

Brief description: The purpose of Chester Mouse is to make computer interaction simpler. For beginners or those who need simple access, its large green button provides an easy-to-use left-click function without the need for extra buttons or scroll wheels.

Target audience: This is great for children with motor skill challenges.

This is a switch that uses highly sensitive proximity sensors for activation. This device is intended for users with fine motor impairments or low vision. The switch provides visual and auditory feedback.

This device can be used for communication with others by asking for something or using the switch to communicate yes or no. The switch is accessed by the head or a user's cheek.

The target audience is anyone without verbal language that does not have control over the muscles in the body to communicate in other ways.

• https://www.ablenetinc.com/blue2-bluetooth-switch/

• Brief description: The Blue2 Bluetooth Switch can connect with iPads, iPhones, or other devices to help users move and control the device. They can do things such as flip pages on an ebook, etc.

• Target audience: Most students or individuals with a physical disability

Name of my technology: BIGmack

website: BIGmack (ablenetinc.com)

brief description: BIGmack is an assistive technolgy device used for kids with disabilities in grades K-12. When a student uses the BIGmack, the device plays a pre recorded message which allows students to access language in the classroom.

Target audience: K-12 students with disabilities

Charles Smith

Name of tech product:

Blue2 Bluetooth Switch

Website:

https://www.ablenetinc.com/blue2-bluetooth-switch/

Brief Description:

This product allows for a wireless connection to a bluetooth compatable device.

Target Audience:

This is perfect for people who need a switch device but may need to have the device be wireless.

Name of tech product: Talkable 6 Spinning Communicator

Website:https://www.rehabmart.com/product/talkable-6-spinning-communicator-41717.html

Brief description: When an individual wants to communicate a word or statement but finds it difficult to do so, the Talkable 6 Spinning Communicator technology can assist them. This is an improved audiovisual message that has been designed to help individuals who have impairments communicate effectively. It offers a variety of buttons that users can select from to express themselves verbally. Additionally, it has a built-in passive resource that is easier to use and supportive when documenting notes at various levels.

Target audience: It assists various individuals such as  students with learning impairments, children, individuals with disabilities, and other individuals to communication and speak effectively and to perform better in a variety of settings, including the workplace, classroom, and elsewhere.

Name of tech product- Baha Cochlear implant

https://www.cochlear.com/us/en/home/products-and-accessories/cochlear-baha-system

Website:https://www.cochlear.com/us/en/home/products-and-accessories/cochlear-baha-system

description- A hearing aid that can be outside of the ear, around the head, that can transmit sound from one area to another. this can help those with hearing loss.

Target audience- Those with hearing loss

Website: https://www.atvancedcare.com/smart-pill-dispenser/

Description: This technology is a pill dispenser that can be remotely controlled/managed using a smart device or the internet. It can be set to follow a schedule to dispense a specific dosage at a certain time, also keep track of medication consumption, and send notifications or reminders to a user's smart device.

Target audience: It is well suited for users with deficits in executive functioning (especially people who have poor organization or difficulty remembering).

Hand Helper https://www.rehabmart.com/category/hand_helper.htm

Hand helpers are assistive devices that help people with arthritis or reduced hand function complete daily tasks. They reduce joint strain, improve efficiency, and preserve muscular strength. They increase independence and quality of life by allowing individuals to do comfortable and independent activities.

Name of technology: Aeromat Elite Foam Balance Beams

Website: https://www.rehabmart.com/product/aeromat-elite-balance-beams-set-of-2-47002.html

Description: These foam beams help develop balance and proprioception. The two beams help with more function and posture in therapy or balance exercises. They are very soft and stable.

Target audience: People who struggle with balance issues and walking. The technology is meant for people in all ages that are working on walking and balance.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=__FyPAuLRYI

Tech Product: Portable text communication device

Website: https://askjan.org/topics/tech.cfm

Brief Description: This device allows a person to type messages in order to communicate with others.

Target audience: Individuals with limited speech output. Individuals with good literacy skills.

Description- Hearing aids are used to improve the hearing of those with hearing impairments. There are sets of hearing aids that are also Bluetooth so they double as headphones.

Name of tech product: Reading Pen

Website: https://www.amazon.com/Pen-Text-Speech-Reader-Differences/dp/B0BGPNM5B4/ref=asc_df_B0BGPNM5B4/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=598367434470&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=8783117785251412653&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9008124&hvtargid=pla-1832068854420&psc=1&mcid=99658fe29d323a52a0c6c034c3bc2158&gclid=Cj0KCQjw2a6wBhCVARIsABPeH1sYrABmb9ZmrhWX3UUkwlk-p7ACnS0EfoakL2sVOnfkiXMbRxigsfAaAqTyEALw_wcB

Brief Description: This is a pen that is used to help students who experience dyslexia, low vision, and overall reading struggles. The pen works by scanning the text and reading it out loud to students with learning challenges.

Target Audience: The target audience for this product is students with learning disabilities such as dyslexia, low vision, and overall reading struggles.

https://www.rehabmart.com/category/transport_wheelchair.htm

Brief description:

A wheelchair for transportation, also referred to as a transit wheelchair, is a type of  mobility equipment intended for those who need help getting around because of a medical condition or disabilities. Its features are designed to be a more convenient and practical solution for individuals who are needing assistance

with mobility. 

Target audience: Individuals from all ages that are having mobility challenges, this will assist them with being able to get to their destination. 

These are special utensils with gyroscopic technology and big grips for easy handleability.

These are meant for anyone that has problems with tremors and eating.

This device can be used for anyone that needs to find a way to calm down or needs to relax their muscles.

Brief description: The lever door knob latch handle allows for people to open doors if they cannot grip it.

Target audience: People that have a physical disability

Target Audience:

Anyone who may need prompts or to hear directions/information multiple times, such as individuals with ADHD.

This tool is commonly used by quadriplegics and it helps then perform a variety of activities and tasks. They can be used to type, turn pages, create art, moving small things around, pressing buttons, using technology, playing games and more. Quadriplegics, amputees, and other individuals who cannot use their hands are going to be the major audience for this tool, but it is good for anyone to learn about so that they can recommend it to anyone who would benefit from it.

https://www.playstation.com/en-us/accessories/access-controller/

This controller is made for those who have disabilities that affect their range of motion, dexterity, hand eye coordination and more. It provides wider and multiple access points opposed to their standard controller.

This controller is targeted for those with disabilities such as mobility challenges.

Name of tech product Cionic Neural Sleeve

https://www.fastcompany.com/91002079/the-best-accessible-tech-products-from-2023

• Consider the Cionic Neural Sleeve, a wearable AI gadget that enhances stability and endurance in those with cerebral palsy or multiple sclerosis by applying electrical stimulation to the muscles in the legs through certain algorithms.

  
  

• The target audience would be individuals who have cerebral palsy or multiple sclerosis. It helps those individuals improve their stability and endurance when they encounter mobility limitations or challenges. 

Your name- Jason Smith

Name of tech product- OTC HEARABLES

Website- https://www.fastcompany.com/91002079/the-best-accessible-tech-products-from-2023

• Brief description -These OTC hearables are smart earbuds that function as hearing aids. These OTC hearables can assist with mild-to-moderate hearing loss and enhance hearing for individuals with hearing impairment. It also allows the user access to hands-free calls and music.

  
  

• Target audience- This device can assist individuals with hearing impairments as well as visual impairments.

Name of Product: Augmental’s MouthPad

Description: This product allows someone to be able to interact with a tablet, smartphone, or computer using their tongue.

Target audience : Tech users with physical disabilities

https://www.pcmag.com/news/use-your-tongue-to-control-a-cursor-see-the-mouthpad-in-action

Description: Whispp is an AI technology which takes audio and converts it into a clear, natural sounding voice. It also works as a calling app, allowing a user with vocal cord impaired speech to have their voice clearly audible when doing voice calls.

Target audience: People with speech impairments.

Name of Tech Product: Sony Access Controller for PS5

Website: Not specified

Brief Description: The PlayStation 5 adapted gaming device, known as the Sony Access Controller, Project Leonardo, is made with modular components and configuration choices that may be customized to fit the needs of gamers with disabilities.

Target Audience: Gamers with disabilities are seeking a more accessible and customizable gaming experience.

Name of product: OrCam Myeye

Description: OrCam MyEye is a device that helps blind or visually impaired people. It uses AI to tell them about their surroundings through sound. It can recognize faces, read text, and even describe colors and money. It makes life easier for them.

Target Audience: Blind or visually impaired individuals and their caregivers who want to improve independence and quality of life.

This advanced piece of technology behaves like a service dog and uses technology similar to those in self driving vehicles. This device can help navigate people with visual impairments around the world and help them with basic daily tasks such as reading and shopping. The target audience is predominantly people who are blind or have visual impairments. People who work with the blind/visually impaired or family and friends can also find this technology interesting.

the sleeve is designed to help stabilize muscles and help those with mobility impairments. unfortunately the sleeve is still experimental which makes it costly and insurance companies don't cover it.. the target audience for this product is anyone with a mobility impairment.

https://www.playstation.com/en-us/accessories/access-controller/

This gaming controller is fully customable for any hand type, so that different combination of buttons can be pushed to play the game.

This is targeted towards anyone who would like to play a video game but may have trouble holding a standard controller. The controller is also able to fit pedals and other switches for other appendages to be utilized.

Technology: TourBox Elite

Website: https://www.tourboxtech.com/en/tourbox-elite/

Brief description: The technology isn't really meant for assistive technology. It does have features that allow and help the user to access different technology.

Target audience: These devices are meant for people in high school, college, and working. The technology is too complicated for young students to understand

Name of product: OrCam MyEye

Product description: OrCam MyEye is a hands-free device that implements text to speech to allow access to text for individuals with blindness/ visual impairments. It is attached directly to the user's glasses and uses ai technology to scan/ read print text and translate it to spoken word.

Target audience: persons with blindness/ visual impairment

product link: OrCam MyEye For People Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired

Name of tech product: Starkey’s Genesis AI

Website: https://www.accessibility.com/blog/ces-2024-unveils-a-range-of-inclusive-tech-innovations-promising-a-new-era-in-accessibility

Brief description: With this device, individuals with hearing impairments can improve their ability to reduce their listening, learn how to speak to support their speech needs, and recognize sound and vibrations. Furthermore, by helping those with hearing impairments who find it difficult to hear, this technology benefits them. For these individuals, this device will allow better communication and understanding to process information.

Target audience: This device is created for people with mild to moderate hearing loss, such as adults and students.

Name of tech product: Starkey’s Genesis AI

Website (if available): https://www.accessibility.com/blog/ces-2024-unveils-a-range-of-inclusive-tech-innovations-promising-a-new-era-in-accessibility

Brief description: With this device, individuals with hearing impairments can improve their ability to reduce their listening, learn how to speak to support their speech needs, and recognize sound and vibrations. Furthermore, by helping those with hearing impairments who find it difficult to hear, this technology benefits them. For these individuals, this device will allow better communication and understanding to process information.

Target audience: This device is created for people with mild to moderate hearing loss, such as adults and students.

Name of tech product: Starkey’s Genesis AI

Website (if available): https://www.accessibility.com/blog/ces-2024-unveils-a-range-of-inclusive-tech-innovations-promising-a-new-era-in-accessibility

Brief description: With this device, individuals with hearing impairments can improve their ability to reduce their listening, learn how to speak to support their speech needs, and recognize sound and vibrations. Furthermore, by helping those with hearing impairments who find it difficult to hear, this technology benefits them. For these individuals, this device will allow better communication and understanding to process information.

Target audience:  This device is created for people with mild to moderate hearing loss, such as adults and students.