Pre-Conference

Embassy Suites -Madison - 2nd Floor 

Tactile Graphics Workshop, Amanda Thompson 

Many TVIs do not know we can make high quality tactile graphics using Microsoft Word, Google Docs, Canva, and other mainstream apps, or they just feel overwhelmed at the entire process and don’t even try. We know we need to produce high quality tactile graphics, in accordance with BANA guidelines, and that these graphics support literacy, including reading comprehension and foundational literacy concepts. Students need access to high quality graphics as best practice, and to prepare them for standardized testing, college entry exams, college, and the workforce.

This workshop will demo using Word, Docs, and Canva. The brief presentation portion will also cover differences in embossed, swell, and thermoform braille tactiles, as well as share fonts for creating the files. The presenter will also share tips for embossing or printing the graphics to problem-solve common user errors. After a brief demo, participants will create tactile graphics together! Please bring your computer to this session!!

Embassy Suites - Monte Sano -2nd Floor 

APH  Monarch Basics

for those new to the device or needing some extra support for their own learning. 

To allow the best possible experience for everyone, participation will be limited to no more than 30 professionals. 

Financial assistance in the form of reimbursement will be made available to participants that apply and demonstrate need. Financial reimbursement is capped at $500 per eligible participant. These funds can be used to cover travel, hotel, and conference expenses.

Additional Separate Registration and Acceptance for Monarch Sessions Required! 

 Particpants may register for one or both APH Monarch sessions!!!

Link to more information regarding APH Monarch trainings and application

Embassy Suites Red Stone - Second Floor 40 (rounds)  -  For Conference Volunteers

Bus to  Ivy Green - Tour of Birthplace of Helen Keller  

Gather in Embassy Suites  Saturn  by 8:25 to leave

REGISTER EARLY - SPACE IS LIMITED 

Includes bus to Tuscumbia, AL from Embassy Suites, entry fee and tour

The (SCIVIS) Experience - Behind the scenes Tour of Space Camp for Interested Visually Impaired Students Experience at the US Space and Rocket Center.  

Gather in Embassy Suites  Orion by 8:55 to leave

Tours Facilitated by Dan Oates  and Trina Britcher

REGISTER EARLY - SPACE IS LIMITED 

NOW FULL

Includes Van Shuttle to US Space and Rocket Center from Embassy Suites

Embassy Suites -Madison - 2nd Floor 

3D Modeling Workshop - Amanda Thompson 

Sometimes ordering materials with quota funds can take eons. Sometimes an item is too expensive to purchase, but you could adapt it and print it yourself. And sometimes you have a great idea to solve a simple problem for a student and wish you had the skills to model your own materials.

This session will support participants and empower them to learn the basics of 3D modeling, learn the lingo, explore different printers on the market, see some examples and then make their own models (with help!). Participants will use Tinkercad (free, web-based software) to model items. They will upload a pre-created file to adjust and tinker with and then create their own model from the start. Please bring your computer to this session!!

Embassy Suites - Monte Sano - 2nd Floor

APH Monarch Advanced

focusing on deeper-dives, new applications, and creative use cases for a variety of scenarios. 

To allow the best possible experience for everyone, participation will be limited to no more than 30 professionals. 

Financial assistance in the form of reimbursement will be made available to participants that apply and demonstrate need. Financial reimbursement is capped at $500 per eligible participant. These funds can be used to cover travel, hotel, and conference expenses.

Additional Separate Registration and Acceptance for Monarch Sessions Required!    Particpants may register for one or both APH Monarch sessions!!!

Link to more information regarding APH Monarch trainings and application

Red Stone - ES Second Floor - Conference Volunteers

 Bus Trip to Ivy Green - Birthplace of Helen Keller 

Gather in Embassy Suites Saturn to Leave by 1:25

REGISTER EARLY - SPACE IS LIMITED  - NOW FULL - join wait list as we may rent additional van.

Includes Van Shuttle to US Space and Rocket Center from Embassy Suites

The (SCIVIS) Experience - Behind the scenes Tour of Space Camp for Interested Visually Impaired Students Experience at the US Space and Rocket Center. 

Gather in Embassy Suites Orion to leave by 1:25

Facilitated by Dan Oates and Trina Britcher

REGISTER EARLY - SPACE IS LIMITED 

NOW FULL  

Van Shuttle to US Space and Rocket Center from Embassy Suites

If you have any questions - please email us at gitwlconference@gmail.com