The Nathaniel H. Kornreich Technology Center, which is part of Abilities!, is a not-for-profit assistive technology demonstration, education, and evaluation center. Through the use of assistive technology, the Center is dedicated to promoting the full participation and independence of children and adults with disabilities in school, at work, at home, and in the community.

Assistive Technology News

Students' summer reading reports go online in real time

June 15, 2009
Some Tennessee teachers say students are more enthusiastic about their summer reading lists now that blog posts, book-oriented Web sites and other online submissions have replaced traditional book reports and tests. One English teacher has created a wiki where students post their thoughts on an assigned book, as well as videos and photos.

Free Caregiver Resource Helps Boomers Find Simple Devices for Aging Parents

June 3, 2009
A newsletter for family caregivers with information on everyday devices and gadgets they can use to make living at home easier and safer for older adults and adults who are aging with disabilities is now available free of charge to employers, health and social service agencies and other organizations to distribute free to their employees, clients and customers.

Assistive Technology: Low Vision Doesn't Mean Low-Tech

May 19, 2009

AT Website of the Month: ZAC Browser- Zone for Autistic Children

AT Website of the Month Archive

At the April 24th workshop, Assistive Technology: What it Takes to Make the Right Choice, many products were demonstrated and discussed. Click here for a list of these items and vendor information.

What’s Happening

In addition to ongoing AT evaluations and training for individuals with disabilities; support for the school and the employment programs at Abilities!; dissemination of information about AT through our library, tours, and presentations — we are involved in a range of projects related to our mission. Specific events are listed under Upcoming Events.

NEC FOUNDATION AWARD:

The Kornreich Technology Center has been selected by the NEC Foundation to develop a digital educational program entitled A Functional Approach to Workplace Accommodations. A preview version of the program is available on the National Business & Disability Council (NBDC) website.

INCLUSIVE TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM EXPANDS:

All classrooms in the Henry Viscardi School have been equipped with assistive and instructional technology to enhance the way instruction is delivered and to expand students’ educational horizons.

NEW ACQUISITIONS:

Find out about some of our newest assistive technology, such as the Tango! handheld AAC device and the lomak light operated mouse and keyboard.

For more information on what’s happening at Kornreich, including scheduled educational activities, visit our Upcoming Events page, or click the What’s Happening link.