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ADA Checklist for Polling Places! Ever wanted/needed to know about the accessibility of polling places, what the regulations are in choosing and setting up a polling place that is accessible for voters who have different challenges or disabilities? Check it out... There are several ways to access this information: HTML (screen), PDF (screen), or PDF versions for printing.

DOTS (Development of Teacher Support) for Braille Literacy The American Foundation for the Blind (AFB) is pleased to present the Fall 2010 issue of DOTS for Braille Literacy (http://www.afb.org/DOTS ), a free newsletter that includes information about new braille products, strategies for teaching, and resources for teachers, parents, family members, and anyone interested in braille literacy. This month, read about: . Braille Transcribers-Thank You! . Prison Braille Programs . AFB & Perkins new partnership . Dates to remember . and more! To read the Fall 2010 issue of DOTS for Braille Literacy, follow this link: http://www.afb.org/Section.asp?SectionID=6&TopicID=19&DocumentID=5348 We encourage you to forward DOTS for Braille Literacy to a friend, relative, or colleague. If they would like to sign up for an e-mail notification themselves (for free, of course!), they can visit: http://www.afb.org/myAFBnewsletter2.asp

Web Typography: 100 Educational Resources, Tools and Techniques

Miniature Horse Service Animal Rights Under The ADA Law

Theater Captioning: Back to the Future

Houston Branch of the International Dyslexia Association For information and support on issues pertaining to Dyslexia, and what Dyslexia is and is not. Did you know? "Dyslexia is one kind of language-based learning problem that can fall anywhere on the spectrum of annoyance to severe limitation. It affects more than reading and is usually experienced for life. It is more common than any other kind of learning disability. And, it responds to expert, informed instruction - the provision of which remains our greatest challenge." Louisa Cook Moats, Ed.D. Perspectives on Language and Literacy, Winter 2008

1800Wheelchair.com Scholarships for education! Scholarships! Established in 2006, the 1800wheelchair scholarship now awards two $500 scholarship each year. Our past essays have explored mobility issues on campus and much more.

New iPod Touch Workbook for Individuals with Cognitive Challenges (Workbook) “Organizing Your Life with the iPOD Touch: Making Cognitive Connections at Home, Work, and School” is a workbook developed by the PDA 4 Memory Project for individuals living with brain injuries and other cognitive issues. Topics covered in the workbook include: Making Cognitive Connections, iPod Touch Basics, The Clock App, The Calendar App, The Contacts App and The Notes App.

Freedom Stick a portable, use-anywhere accessibility solution

Learning Ally (formerly known as RFBD.org) New Name, New Look, New Goals... RFBD.org now Learning Ally! Making reading accessible for all!

*ALERT* Continued Federal Support for Accessible Text at Risk! "We urge our Members of Congress in the House of Representatives and Senate and the President to continue this stable funding for future budgets, and by affixing our name to this petition join our voice to those of the hundreds of thousands of individuals who use accessible materials every day to achieve their highest potential in school and life..."

Microsoft in Education | Faculty Resources Get free faculty resources to help you engage your students.