Author: Sherie Lizzotte

Creating a quality document involves more than typing the right words. We format our documents to make them easier to read and more appealing to the eye. We often see an extra space between paragraphs to create a clear break. Or we may move a section to the next page so a sentence or two is not hanging out alone. The ‘Tab’ key is also used to move text around the page. Formatting documents this way can create challenges if you need to edit the document. […]

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Program Description Recorded: January 14, 2025 – Join us for this webinar, where we will discuss some ways to create accessible spaces for all learners. UDL practices help students feel connected, pay attention, and have fun.  We will look at strategies to grab kids’ attention for reading, writing, math and testing. Learn about  assistive technology […]

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Program Description Recorded: November 13, 2024: Creating a quality document involves more than typing the right words. We format our documents to make them easier to read and more appealing to the eye. We often see an extra space between paragraphs to create a clear break. Or we may move a section to the next […]

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Program Description Recorded: October 23, 2024 – In this webinar, we welcome Mary and Kayla, occupational therapists at Gallant Therapy Services, to talk about a new artificial intelligence tool they are using called Korro AI. This technology helps them plan exciting activities that automatically adjust to provide the “just-right challenge” for each client. It measures […]

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Please note that the information given during this presentation is only good for the November 5, 2024 election. The video will be removed after election day. Please contact Disability Rights Maine if you have any questions. Program Description Recorded: October 1, 2024 – Are you voting in the General Election but you are unsure if […]

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Program Description Recorded: September 25, 2024 – Have you ever seen a guide dog in action before? Are you curious about what their job truly entails? What is the importance of teamwork between guide dog and handler? Please join Melissa Carney, Community Outreach and Graduate Support Manager at Guiding Eyes for the Blind for an […]

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Program Description Recorded: September 17, 2024 – Creating accessible content is important for many reasons beyond the possible legal requirements, the information you are sharing can reach more people and it ensures readers do not miss critical information. When content is fully accessible, it benefits people with vision impairments, learning disabilities, color blindness, and many […]

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Program Description Recorded: September 4, 2024 – Living in Maine, we recognize the importance of having the ability to drive as it increases independence and gives people more freedom. For people with disabilities of all ages (adolescents, adults and seniors) driving can present many challenges. In this webinar participants learn about the importance of driving […]

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Program Description Recorded: August 20, 2024 – The Earth is heating up, and making it more challenging to keep our bodies cool. Overheating is dangerous for anyone, but more so for those with disabilities and advanced age. In this webinar, we will look at low- and high-tech methods for keeping cool and hydrated in hot […]

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Program Description Recorded: July 31, 2024 – Neurodiversity is a word we are hearing more often. It describes differences in the way people’s brains work. People who have attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), learning disabilities, and autism are considered neurodiverse, but other diagnoses can also fall under this category. People who are neurodiverse can be a wonderful […]

Read More… from AT and Neurodiversity in the Workplace: Finding Balance in the Chaos -July 31, 2024