Disability and Learning Related Resources
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General disability information
- Disability Types
- Adaptech Research Network: Focus is on accessibility and communication technologies in post-secondary
- Ottawa Network for Education
- Canadian Mental Health Association
- Autism Society of Canada
- National Educational Association of Disabled Students (NEADS)
- What is ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)?
Resources for faculty
- Understanding Asperger Syndrome: A Professor’s Guide
- Universal design of learning:
- Council of Ontario Universities: Accessible Campus:
- Your Course Accessibility Checklist
- The University of Calgary’s resources on Supporting Students with Disabilities
- Lynda.com's course, Teaching Techniques: Making Accessible Learning
Learning disability information
Learning strategy information
Disability and career-related information
Videos
Assistive technology resources
General links
- SNOW - Inclusive Design Research Centre, OCAD University, Toronto, Ontario
- Adaptech Research Network - Free and Inexpensive Adaptive Technology Database
- Assistive Technology BC - Skills Development
- Accessibility Quick Guide
Assistive technology videos
K3000 v13
K1000 v13
Dragon Naturally Speaking V12
JAWS for Windows
- Quick Start Guide
- Webinars:
- Free Download available on Freedom Scientific
Livescribe Smart Pen
Read&Write
- Vocabulary List Builder
- Training Guide
- Tools for the Writing Process
- Support Tools for Students with Dyslexia
- Support Tools for International Students
- Study Strategies for Higher Education Students
- Read&Write Resource Links:
- Quick Start Guide
- Quick Reference Guide
- Let's Get It Read!
- Key Tools for Specific Higher Ed Needs
- Introduction to Read&Write for Windows - Handout
- Highlighter Tool Uses
- Training video for Faculty and Staff