All of us at the Adaptech Research Network mourn the loss of co-director, Maria Barile, who passed away on July 24 after a short illness. A long time, tireless community advocate on behalf of Canadians with disabilities, we at the Adaptech Research Network were extremely fortunate to benefit from her years of knowledge and experience. […]

Catherine Fichten and Laura King discussed findings related to the academic success of students with disabilities and to how faculty can best assist them.

On December 4, Jennison Asuncion, Co-Director of the Adaptech Research Network, was presented with a Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal by RBC. He was recognized for his work at RBC, for his fifteen years researching and speaking on technology and postsecondary students with disabilities with the Adaptech Research Network, along with his volunteer work […]

Adaptech team member Professor Rhonda Amsel has won the prestigious 2012 McGill Lifetime Achievement Award for Leadership in Learning. More information can be found here.

We have updated our Publications section for 2011-2012. List of publications

We have updated our extensive database of free and inexpensive adaptive technology, including Windows and Mac OS based items and Apple Apps (i.e, iPod touch, iPhone and iPad). We also reviewed built-in accessibility features for Apple computers, Windows 7, iPod touch, iPhone and iPad. Free and Inexpensive Adaptive Technology Database: Windows Free and Inexpensive Adaptive […]

Some of our key recent research findings are now available. Speak Up! ICTs are “POSITIVES” Learning Disabilities: ICTs to the rescue Employment Picture for College Career/Technical Grads with Disabilities is Rosy Graduates and Leavers with Disabilities: In the Labor Force Satisfaction, Disability, and Academic Retention Did you have reading problems? Yes to Extended Time! Do […]

Nous avons complété nos projets sur l’Étude sur les expériences en éducation postsecondaire des personnes ayant des handicaps au Canada et l’Étude québécoise portant sur les technologies de l’information et de la communication et les étudiants ayant des troubles d’apprentissage. Pour plus d’informations sur ces projets, visitez : Étude sur les expériences en éducation postsecondaire […]

We have updated our Publications section for 2010-2011. List of publications

We have updated our extensive database of free and inexpensive adaptive technology, including Apple Apps (i.e, iPod touch, iPhone and iPad). We also reviewed built-in accessibility features for Apple computers, Windows 7, iPod touch, iPhone and iPad. Free and Inexpensive Adaptive Technology Database Free and Inexpensive Technology Database: Apple Apps (iPod touch, iPhone and iPad) […]