Chris Hadfield: What I Learned About Going Blind in Space
Retired Colonel Chris Hadfield delivers an inspiring reminder for people to pursue their dreams, no matter how big or small, and to stay strong in the face of diversity. Colonel Hadfield paints a vivid portrait of how to be prepared for the worst in space (and life) - and it starts with walking into a spider’s web.
Chris Downey: Design With the Blind in Mind
What would a city designed for the blind be like? Chris Downey is an architect who went Blind suddenly in 2008. In this TED talk, Downey contrasts life before and after -- and shows how the thoughtful designs that enhance his life now might actually make everyone's life better, sighted or not.
TED
TED features inspiring talks from Blind presenters on their accomplishments, including astronomers, inventors, and even an astronaut. Topics include technology, cars for the blind, and more.
Climbing Accessible Heights With Matthew Shifrin
This radio interview with Matthew Shifrin covers his new projects, including virtual reality, comic book access, rock climbing, and a podcast.
Matthew Shifrin: Augmenting the Power of Language
In this TEDx talk, Matthew Shifrin shares his adventures traveling alone overseas, converting Lego instructions for children who are Blind/Visually Impaired (BVI), and working with MIT scientists to bring an immersive superhero-comic experience to readers who are BVI.
Matthew Shifrin: How I Helped Make Lego Accessible to the Blind
Matthew Shifrin is an advocate for what is possible for people who are Blind/Visually Impaired. He has written braille and audio Lego instructions for the Lego Group, given TEDx presentations, and has several YouTube and Vimeo videos.
UAbacus
With UAbacus, add and subtract numbers using the "logic method" for abacus computation. Practice computation skills, get help with each step as needed, and verify the correct answer.
Guided Mind
This iPad app offers voice-guided meditations on a variety of topics dealing with the stresses and challenges of day-to-day life. Includes 40 free meditations and 14 landscapes.
Purdue Online Writing Lab
The Online Writing Lab (OWL) at Purdue University offers free writing resources, such as citations generators (APA, MLA, Chicago), and instructional materials. Students will find information to assist with many writing projects. Teachers and trainers may use this material for in-class and out-of-class instruction. Please note: This website has pop-ups.
Digital Citizenship in Education
Digital citizenship is a critical skill for students of today and leaders of tomorrow. The International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) provides five digital citizenship competencies and accompanying resources.