Launch of the Webinars!

The sunshine and warmth is quickly approaching as we move into the summer season. School is almost out and while students will enjoy the summer break, many educators will continue expanding their knowledge. This goes for educators using assistive technology or preparing to teach a student that requires braille or other accessible devices, as well.

With this in mind, IRIE-AT has created a series of FREE webinars that include topics on beginning braille, translation software utilization and braille display usage.

June 7^th is our official kick-off for the first webinar, ALL ABOUT BRAILLE. Perfect for the braille novice, this webinar will be hosted by a BANA Certified Braille Transcriber who will explain the history of braille, how it is used, different codes and braille creation.

In July, we will feature a webinar dedicated to using the DuxburyBraille Translation Software. And in August, attendees will get the opportunity to learn more about utilizing the product features of the Alva BrailleDisplays. 

Visit http://irie-at.com/content/public-webinars for more information about how to register for these FREE webinars!

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Not For Display Purposes Only

Long range wireless Bluetooth connectivity, PC functionality and Smart Phone compatibility in one ergonomic and portable device. Sounds like a state-of-the-art gadget but the reality is this is an Alva Braille Display by Optelec.

Optelec, formerly known as the Tieman Group, developed their first refreshable braille display in the 1980s. Over the last two decades they have continued building upon their technology to capture the preferred dot for avid braille readers.

But Optelec didn’t stop at the braille cells. They wanted to provide an all-inclusive solution and allow their users the freedom to access mainstream technology like PC’s, Smart Phones and PDA’s -- so they developed the Braille Controller Series BC640 & BC680, and an optional Feature Pack.

When used alongside the BC640, the Feature Pack transforms the unit from a braille display, into a braille writing tool and note-taking device with storage capabilities for documents and books.

Though the display models and options vary, the ability to receive high-resolution braille is a function that all versions provide. 

With cell count options ranging from 40-80 characters and 4GB flash memory and note-taking capability, these displays offer one of the most robust product options in the AT Industry.

IRIE-AT is confident that the competitive price, variety of features and training options available will make Alva Braille Displays by Optelec the standard for braille displays.

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Braille Learning Made Easy!

IRIE-AT enjoyed our first official staff trip to the annual CSUN conference in San Diego this past February. By attending the conference, rather than exhibiting, we received a fresh perspective that allowed us to appreciate the abundance of technology available in the AT industry.

Among the CCTV’s, mobility devices, software and learning aids, we came across a Connecticut-based company called Proxtalker. Our staff was greeted by two friendly gentlemen, Chris McCann, US Sales Account Manager and Glen Dobbs, President of Proxtalker.

They were showcasing the Logan Braille Coach. This device was originally designed to be a communication tool for those unable to verbally communicate, such as Glen’s son Logan -- who was diagnosed with Autism at the age of two. Glen, an engineer, features this story on their website www.proxtalker.com. It’s an inspiring account of the realization that his son was experiencing communication challenges and how Glen made it his mission to give him a voice by creating the Logan Proxtalker device.

The Logan Proxtalker includes ready to use tags that when pressed against a button on the device, trigger an audio description. This allows his son and others with similar communication challenges to verbalize their needs and wants in a simple manner, empowering them and bridging the communication gap.

During the journey of product promotion, Glen discovered that by applying braille to the tags, blind and low vision students could use this as a braille learning aid. This is now known as the Logan Braille Coach and is becoming one of the most desired tools for VI teachers. Many find that they can leave the fun and interactive device with their student for studying purposes, allowing them to work and excel at their own pace.

Another added bonus of the Braille Coach is the ability to customize tags by recording your own information and adding braille to the same tags by using a braille labeler. This allows the teacher to set a curriculum for their student for advancement.

With an assortment of innovative products in the AT Industry, it is always exciting to find one that offers such an intuitive approach to learning Braille -- like the Logan Braille Coach. IRIE-AT is excited to feature this product on our website and will be hosting a Logan Braille Coach product webinar in the near future.  Make sure to follow us on Facebook and Twitter for more information!

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