ATIA 2009 Chicago Showcasing Excellence in Assistive Technology Providing technologies to enhance learning, working and independent living for people with disabilities Preconference Seminars: October 28, 2009 Conference: October 29-31, 2009 Renaissance Schaumburg Hotel and Convention Center Schaumburg (Chicago), Illinois and Convention Center Schaumburg, Illinois Realize the Power of Assistive Technology with ATIA. The Assistive Technology Industry Association (ATIA) brings you a powerful new conference. * Choose from 150+ educational sessions spanning the breadth and depth of assistive technology * Experience assistive technology at work * See the future at product previews * Connect with professionals, users, parents and manufacturers to realize the power of assistive technology www.atia.org ATIA 2009 Chicago Showcasing Excellence in Assistive Technology Providing technologies to enhance learning, working and independent living for people with disabilities October 29-31, 2009 Renaissance Schaumburg Hotel and Convention Center Schaumburg (Chicago), Illinois An EMPOWERING New Assistive Technology Conference. WHO WILL BE THERE? Everyone interested in the successful implementation of assistive technologies, including: * Education Administrators * Assistive Technology Teams * AT Consultants * AT Specialists * AT Vendors * Clinicians * Families of individuals with disabilities * Teachers * Government Personnel * Technology Specialists * Individuals with disabilities * Occupational Therapists * Physical Therapists * Rehabilitation Specialists * Researchers and University Personnel * Special Education Directors Conference Packages Education, new product information and peer networking --- an exceptional value for your educational dollar. Earn free Continuing Education Credits. CONFERENCE REGISTRATION $130 savings off of full conference admission fee if you register by July 17, 2009. This conference registration (Thursday – Saturday) gives you unlimited event access. Registration includes: * Access to all conference sessions (Thursday – Saturday) * Certificate of attendance * Conference and program materials * Access to Hands-On-Labs * Admission to the Exhibit Hall (Thursday – Saturday) including the AT Education Theater * Onsite Conference Proceedings provided in e-Braille, accessible PDF and text files * Opportunity to earn Continuing Education Credits DAILY CONFERENCE PASS $50 savings off of daily pass fee if you register by September 18, 2009. At ATIA 2009 Chicago, you can attend a single day of conference events with the purchase of a Daily Conference Pass. Just choose the day that best meets your needs! Registration includes: * One-day admission to all conference sessions, Hands-On-Labs and events on the day of your choice – select any day from Thursday to Saturday. * Certificate of attendance * Conference and program materials * Admission to Exhibit Hall including the AT Education Theater * Onsite Conference Proceedings provided in e-Braille, accessible PDF and text files * Opportunity to earn Continuing Education Credits PRE-CONFERENCE PROGRAM $25 savings off of pre-conference seminar fee if you register by September 18, 2009. Registration includes: * 7 hours of education on a variety of topics from leading national presenters * Opportunity to earn Continuing Education Credits * Certificate of attendance * Course materials GROUP DISCOUNTS ATIA offers great discounts for groups of five or more attendees. For more information please go to: www.atia.org No meal package is included within registration pricing; however, optional pre-paid lunch tickets are available for purchase Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. Please refer to the registration form. Hotel restaurants and cash concession stands will be open during the conference. EARLY BIRD SPECIAL REGISTER BY July 17, 2009 Travel & Lodging Book your hotel reservations online through the ATIA Web site at www.atia.org. Simply click on “lodging information” to link to the online reservations page. Mention ATIA Conference to receive special reduced conference rate. Renaissance Schaumburg $179* Hotel and Convention Center Headquarters Hotel 1551 North Thoreau Drive Schaumburg, Illinois 60173 To make a reservation call 1.866.204.0549 Located approximately 15 miles from O’Hare International Airport and 28 miles from downtown Chicago. Embassy Suites $139* 1939 North Meacham Road Schaumburg, Illinois 60173 To make a reservation call 1.800.HILTONS Ph: 847.397.1313 Conveniently located near the Conference Headquarters Hotel. *Plus tax daily room rate based on single/double occupancy SHUTTLE Continental Airport Express shuttles depart from O’Hare and Midway every 15 minutes for the Chicago suburbs. To make a reservation, call: 1.800.284.3826. Mention ATIA conference to receive reduced conference rate. Special Assistance Let us know if you request the following needs on your registration form. * Braille * Large Print * Sign Language Interpreter * Tactile Map We’re happy to assist you in finding resources to accommodate special needs such as assistive listening devices, sighted guides, oxygen equipment, wheelchair or scooter-related access. Please e-mail us for information and resources on local providers: info@atia.org. ATIA 2009 Chicago Conference-At-A-Glance Realize the Power of Assistive Technology Products and Services Seminars WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 28 PRE-CONFERENCE SEMINARS 8:00 am – start 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm (lunch on your own) 4:00 pm – conclude ATIA 2009 Chicago Conference Breakout Sessions • Hands-On Labs • Posters • Continuing Education Credit THURSDAY OCTOBER 29 CONFERENCE BEGINS 8:00 am EDUCATION SESSIONS 8:00 am – 9:00 am 9:15 am – 10:15 am 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm 2:45 pm – 3:45 pm 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm HANDS-ON LABS 8:00 am – 10:15 am 1:15 pm – 3:15 pm 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm POSTER SESSIONS 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm FRIDAY OCTOBER 30 EDUCATION SESSIONS 8:00 am – 9:00 am 9:15 am – 10:15 am 10:30 am – 11:30 am 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm 2:45 pm –3:45 pm 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm HANDS-ON LABS 8:00 am – 10:15 am 1:15 pm – 3:15 pm 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm POSTER SESSIONS 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm SATURDAY OCTOBER 31 EDUCATION SESSIONS 8:00 am – 9:00 am 9:15 am – 10:15 am 10:30 am – 11:30 am HANDS-ON LABS 9:15 am –11:15 am CONFERENCE CONCLUDES 1:00 pm Exhibit Hall – Free Including AT Education Theater presented by Microsoft THURSDAY OCTOBER 29 EXHIBIT HALL HOURS 9:30 am – 1:15 pm 2:00 pm – 5:30 pm FRIDAY OCTOBER 30 EXHIBIT HALL HOURS 9:30 am – 1:15 pm 2:00 pm – 5:30 pm SATURDAY OCTOBER 31 EXHIBIT HALL HOURS 9:30 am – 1:00 pm FREE PASS available online or pre-register online to expedite admission. *Schedule is subject to change. www.atia.org Your Source for Complete Session Information In order to give you access to the most-up-to-date educational information, you’ll find the conference schedule online starting in June. Not only are we saving a few trees, we’ve made it easy to design and download your personalized conference curriculum. Sign up to receive event updates via e-mail at: www.atia.org/signupform Educational Programs The 150+ educational sessions will be organized according to the following seven educational strands. ATIA’s educational program includes best practices, tips and tricks, vendor product updates and demonstrations, research updates and case studies of assistive technologies from regional, national and international experts. Augmentative and Alternative Communication Sessions focus on light to high tech support of communication for individuals, infancy through adulthood, who are nonspeaking. Topics include, but are not limited to: * Assessment * Communication devices * Language and syntax * Visual supports Adult Services Sessions focus on the use of assistive technology to enable individuals with disabilities to gain independence in social, home and work environments. Topics include, but are not limited to: * AT Act Programs * AT Reuse * Higher Education – accessibility, services * Independent Living – independence, living aids * Transition * Workplace – job skills, accommodations Education/Learning Session focus on the use of assistive technology from Birth-Grade 12 in educational settings. Covers the challenges of addressing the educational and complex needs of students who have learning disabilities, cognitive disabilities or multiple disabilities. Topics include, but are not limited to: * Accessible Instructional Materials * Adapted curriculum * Assessment * Differentiated instruction * Literacy and mathematics * National Instructional Materials Accessibility Standards/Center (NIMAS/NIMAC) * Response to Intervention * Technologies in the classroom - videos, iPods, Zunes and more * Universal Design for Learning Physical Access/Mobility Sessions focus on motor issues that impact the use of assistive technology across other functional areas. Topics include, but are not limited to: * Alternate keyboards * Computer Access * Eye response technologies * Scanning Policy and Implementation Sessions span diverse areas of government policy including a wide range of implementation case studies. Topics include, but are not limited to: * AT initiatives and programs * Implementation case studies * Universal access * Web 2.0 Research & Professional Development Sessions cover research related assistive technology and strategies, methods, and materials for building knowledge and skills in assistive technology service delivery. Topics include, but are not limited to: * Poster sessions * Research updates * Training trainers tips Sensory Impairment Blind/Low Vision and Deaf/Hard of Hearing presentations related to issues that impact the use of assistive technology in personal, educational and workplace solutions. Topics include, but are not limited to: * Accessible Web browsers * Braille * Captioning tools and services * CCTVs * Cell phone and PDA technologies * Deaf communication devices * Digital Accessible Information SYstem (DAISY) * Magnification devices and software Continuing Education No Fee to Earn International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) CEUs for conference sessions. Pre-Conference-At-A-Glance Wednesday, October 28 • 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Review speaker biographies and seminar learning points at www.atia.org. AIMing for Achievement!: What YOU Need to Know about the Selection, Acquisition, and Use of Accessible Instructional Materials Jeff Diedrich, Michigan Integrated Technology Services; Skip Stahl, CAST (Center for Applied Special Technology); Jenna Wasson, CAST; Joy Zabala, Ed. D., ATP, CAST The focus of this seminar is on the selection, acquisition and use of accessible instructional materials for students who require them for educational participation and achievement. Areas covered include: Universal Design for Learning, Accessible Instructional Materials, IDEA 2004, NIMAS, and Assistive Technology. Creating Low Cost Assistive Technology Solutions In Minutes Dr. Therese Willkomm, Ph.D., ATP, University of New Hampshire This hands-on workshop uses 35 tools and materials for fabricating hundreds of assistive technology solutions in 5 minutes or less for home, work and play without the use of electricity. Designing, Implementing, and Evaluating Universal Design for Learning Interventions Dave Edyburn Ph.D., University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee This is an intermediate/advanced level workshop for teachers providing experience in planning and implementing differentiated instruction (DI) and universal design for learning (UDL) for diverse learners. Hands-on experiences will be provided for locating and creating accessible instructional materials and evaluating UDL outcomes. Implementation of AAC Systems into Work, School and Lives of those with Complex Communication Needs Kelly Fonner, Kelly Fonner Consulting This seminar provides an overview of the major implementation strategies that are promoted in augmentative and alternative communication practice including targeted audience, foundational research and scope of each of these training and planning practices. Include All Learners in a Technology-Facilitated Differentiated Curriculum Madalaine Pugliese, Assistive Technology Graduate Program Director, Simmons College, Boston This workshop is designed for general decision-makers to model universal learning principles and illustrate ways to include technologies for all learners in a differentiated curriculum based on a research-based decision-making developmental framework for selecting software and devices. Integrating Web 2.0 Tools and AT: Interventions for the 21st Century Brian Wojcik, Special Education Assistive Technology (SEAT) Center, Illinois State University; Karen Janowski, EdTech Solutions; Kirk Behnke, Texas Region 4 Education Service Center; Dave Hohulin, Infinitec This workshop focuses on understanding popular Web 2.0 tools, how to use these tools in the classroom, and how to integrate various assistive technologies to allow all students to develop contemporary skills. Overview of Assistive Technology Russ Holland, Alliance for Technology Access This full day workshop is a thorough introduction to the world of assistive technology for adults and children with disabilities including legislation/funding; team building; decision-making; AT assessment process; and AT resources. RTI, UDL and Differentiated Instruction and the Role of Technology Supports Scott Marfilius, Scott Marfilius Consulting Do your students have difficulty in expressing thoughts in written form? Comprehending information or understanding math calculations or word problems because they can’t read the text? Response to Intervention (RTI), Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and Differentiated Instruction are initiatives that schools are implementing to help solve these problems. Technology for People Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired William Bielawski, Director of Adaptive Technology Center, The Chicago Lighthouse for People Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired This seminar is a complete examination of the current technology used by people who are blind or visually impaired to access information on paper or electronic information. It will trace the recent evolution of this technology and the implications for today’s young students, college students, working adults, and seniors. Weaving the Threads of Communication* Marsye W. Kaplan, M.S., CCC-SLP, ATP, Assistive Technology Team Leader, Baltimore County Public Schools This session will provide guidance in planning, organizing and developing two ‘ready-to-go’ low-tech systems. Topics include research based vocabulary selection methods, building functional and interactive communication systems, a resource guide and a CD of Boardmaker templates. *This seminar has an additional Materials Fee of $25 payable to the presenter on-site. Free CEUs Available ATIA 2009 Chicago Conference And Exhibition OCTOBER 28 – 31, 2009 • Renaissance Schaumburg Hotel & Convention Center Schaumburg (Chicago), IL ATIA REGISTRATION FORM Please print clearly or type (this form may be copied for additional registrants.) First Name: _________________________ Last Name:__________________ Position/Title Organization:__________________________________________ Preferred Mailing Address:___________________________________________ City/State/Prov/Zip Code/Country:_____________________________________ Phone: _______________________Fax:__________________________E-mail:_____________________________________________________ __Check here if you do NOT want to receive e-mails from ATIA Exhibitors and Members with details including special offers or other conference-related materials. Full Conference Registration Fees (Please check the appropriate registration fee): __$395 Full Conference received on or before July 17, 2009 __ $450 Full Conference between July 18, 2009 and September 18, 2009 __ $485 Full Conference between September 19, 2009 and October 16, 2009 __ $525 Full Conference received on/after October 17, 2009 and onsite __ $350 Speaker Full Conference on or before July 17, 2009 __ $400 Speaker Full Conference July 18, 2009 through onsite __ $250 Student – Proof of full-time enrollment must accompany registration form __ $300 Parent – Letter describing your child’s special needs must accompany your registration form __ $350 Alliance Partner Discount – Registration and payment received on or before September 18, 2009. Enter your AUTHORIZED CODE ________________________ __ $400 Alliance Partner Discount – Registration and payment received September 19, 2009 through onsite. Enter your AUTHORIZED CODE ________________________ __ Group Discount Program – Full Conference Registration of five (5) or more people (Pre-paid and received on or before September 18, 2009) Enter your ORDER Number _________________________ __ $350 ATIA VIP Attendee Discount – Registration and payment received on or before July 17, 2009. Enter your AUTHORIZED CODE ________________________ One-Day Registration If purchasing one-day registration, please indicate which day you will be attending. If you plan to attend more than one day, you must purchase a full-conference registration. REGULAR RATE (Received by 9/18) Thursday, October 29, 2009 __ $250 Friday, October 30, 2009 __ $250 Saturday, October 31, 2009 __ $125 LATE RATE (Received on/after 9/19 through onsite) Thursday, October 29, 2009 __ $300 Friday, October 30, 2009 __ $300 Saturday, October 31, 2009 __ $175 Box A: Conference Registration Fee Total: $ ____________ Optional Pre-Paid Lunch Ticket – lunch includes sandwich, chips and soda. Please indicate the day(s) you wish to purchase. Note: Cash purchase food concession stands will be open during the conference. __ $12 Wednesday lunch __ $12 Thursday lunch __ $12 Friday lunch Box B: Pre-Paid Lunch Total: $ _____________________________ Pre-Conference Seminars - Wednesday, October 28, 2009, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (Not included in full conference registration. Only one (1) pre-conference seminar may be selected.) Please check the Pre-Conference Seminar you would like to attend: Seminar fee includes course materials. Additional onsite materials fee may apply – check web site for details. PRE-AAC100 Implementation of AAC Systems into Work, School and Lives of those with Complex Communication Needs __ $275 Received by 9/18 __ $300 Received on/after 9/19 through onsite PRE-AAC200 Weaving the Threads of Communication __ $275 Received by 9/18 __ $300 Received on/after 9/19 through onsite PRE-AS100 Creating Low Cost Assistive Technology Solutions In Minutes __ $275 Received by 9/18 __ $300 Received on/after 9/19 through onsite PRE-AS200 Integrating Web 2.0 Tools and AT: Interventions for the 21st Century __ $275 Received by 9/18 __ $300 Received on/after 9/19 through onsite PRE-AS300 Overview of Assistive Technology __ $275 Received by 9/18 __ $300 Received on/after 9/19 through onsite PRE-EL100 RTI, UDL and Differentiated Instruction and the Role of Technology Supports __ $275 Received by 9/18 __ $300 Received on/after 9/19 through onsite PRE-EL200 Include All Learners in a Technology-Facilitated Differentiated Curriculum __ $275 Received by 9/18 __ $300 Received on/after 9/19 through onsite PRE-PAM10 AIMing for Achievement!: What YOU Need to Know about the Selection, Acquisition, and Use of Accessible Instructional Materials __ $275 Received by 9/18 __ $300 Received on/after 9/19 through onsite PRE-RPD100 Designing, Implementing,and Evaluating Universal Design for Learning Interventions __ $275 Received by 9/18 __ $300 Received on/after 9/19 through onsite PRE-S100 Technology for People Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired __ $275 Received by 9/18 __ $300 Received on/after 9/19 through onsite Box C: Optional Pre-Conference Seminar Fee Total: $___________ Box D: ATIA 2009 Chicago Conference Fees Total (Add Lines A, B, and C together): $ _____________ ATTENDEE PROFILE 1. Please indicate your attendee category (check all that apply): (A) __ Education administrator (B) __ Consultant (C) __ Federal government (D) __ Occupational therapist (E) __ Rehabilitation specialist (F) __ Physical therapist (G) __ Special education director (H) __ Speech-language pathologist (I) __ AT specialist (J) __ K-12 educator (K) __ University affiliate (L) __ Corporate (M) __ Vision specialist (N) __ Hard of hearing/Deaf specialist (O) __ Consumer (P) __ Advocate (Q) __ Parent (R) __ Other (please specify) ___________ 2. Please indicate what most closely describes your role in purchasing decisions in your organization: (A) __ I am the purchasing decision-maker (B) __ I approve purchases (C) __ I recommend/influence purchasing decisions (D) __ I am not involved in purchasing decisions 3. How did you hear about this conference? (A) __ Direct mail brochure (B) __ Word-of-mouth (C) __ AT Vendor (please specify) __________________________ (D) __ ATIA Web site (E) __ E-Mail (F) __ Conferences (__ CSUN, __ CTG, __ Other (please specify) (G) __ Other (please specify) ____________________________ 4. What other AT conferences have you attended over the past year? (check all that apply): (A) __ ATIA 2009 Orlando (B) __ Closing-The-Gap (C) __ CSUN (California State University Center on Disabilities (D) __ ASHA (American Speech-Language-Hearing Association) (E) __ RESNA (Rehabilitation Engineering & Assistive Technology Society of North America) (F) __ AOTA (American Occupational Therapy Association) (G) __ CEC (Council for Exceptional Children) (H) __ Other (please specify) (I) __ None 5. If you require special assistance during the conference, please indicate so below. An ATIA representative will contact you via e-mail approximately one month prior to the conference. All conference proceedings are provided electronically on a CD-ROM/DVD. (Check all that apply): (A) __ Braille (B) __ Large print (C) __ Sign language interpreter (D) __ Tactile map (E) __ Other (please specify) ___________________________ 6. Have you previously attended an ATIA Conference? __ Yes __ No 7. Please indicate your interest area/s (check all that apply): (A) __ AAC (Augmentative & Alternative Communication) (B) __ Blind/Low Vision (C) __ Deaf/Hard of hearing (D) __ Education/Learning (E) __ Physical Access/Mobility (F) __ Other (please specify) _________________________________ PAYMENT OPTIONS Online – You may register quickly and conveniently at www.atia.org. Simply fill out the online form and submit your credit card number (credit cards required for online registration). Check – All registrations paid by check must be mailed or brought on site. Make all checks payable to ATIA and mail to: ATIA Registration, 1325 Paysphere Circle, Chicago, IL 60674. Checks must be postmarked by October 9, 2009. Purchase Order/PO – Federal ID #77-0482095. The Purchase Order should be made payable to: ATIA Registration, 1325 Paysphere Circle, Chicago, IL 60674. If paying by PO, please include contact’s name, e-mail and phone number. PO bookings must be made by October 9, 2009. Credit Card – Visa, MasterCard and American Express only. All registrations paid by credit card may be mailed or faxed or submitted online at www.atia.org. Confirmations – For all registrations mailed in and postmarked by October 9, 2009 confirmation will be sent by e-mail. PAYMENT INFORMATION: Full payment must accompany registrations. __ Check (payable to ATIA) __ MasterCard __ Visa __ American Express Total Fees Due: $ __________________ Credit Card # ____________________________________ Exp Date _________ Name on card (please print) __________________________________________ Signature: _______________________________________________________ Cancellation Policy: A full refund will be granted to cancellations made in writing on or before September 18, 2009. To cover administrative costs, a service fee of $100 will be charged for all cancellations received from Saturday, September 19, 2009 through Wednesday, September 30, 2009. Regrettably, no refunds will be given on cancellations received after Thursday, October 1, 2009. Phone cancellations will not be accepted. Written cancellations must be sent by e-mail to registration@atia.org, faxed to +1 312.673.6939 or mailed to ATIA Registration: 1325 Paysphere Circle, Chicago, IL 60674. Exhibitors at ATIA Chicago Conference Come and experience for yourself the assistive technology products and services that empower individuals with disabilities. Exhibitors include leading manufacturers, local distributors, service providers and non-profit agencies. AAC TechConnect, Inc. M AbleLink Technologies M AbleNet M Accelerations Educational Software M Adaptivation M Adaptive Computer Control Technologies M Advanced Keyboard Technologies/The Writer Learning Systems Advanced Multimedia Devices, Inc. M Ai Squared M Aimee Solutions M American Printing House for the Blind M Applied Human Factors M Asyst Communications Co., Inc. M AT KidSystems, Inc. ATNAD, Inc. M Atomic Learning M ATS, LLC M Attainment Company M Augmentative Resources, Inc. M Benetech/Bookshare.org M Blink Twice M Cambium Learning M COGNITOPIA M Compusult Limited M Crick Software M Cyrano Communicator M Daedalus Technologies, Inc. M Dolphin Computer Access Inc. M Don Johnston Inc. M Duxbury Systens, Inc. M DynaVox M E.M. Vitu M Enabling Technologies M Enhanced Vision M En-Vision America EVAS M Eye Response Technology M Freedom Scientific M Freedom Scientific Learning Systems Group M FRS Custom Solutions M gh, LLC M GW Micro, Inc. M HumanWare M Inclusive TLC Special Needs M InfoCor Jabbla (formerly T&I) M K-NFB Reading Technology M LAB Resources M Laureate Learning Systems, Inc. M LC Technologies M LevelStar M LVI Low Vision International M Madentec Limited M Magnified Vision Inc. M Marblesoft-Simtech M Monarch Teaching Technologies Inc. M MSF & W Accessibilty Solutions News-2-You M Next Generation Technologies, Inc. M Origin Instruments Corp. M Perkins Products/Adaptive Technology Prentke Romich Company M Quillsoft Ltd. M SAJE Technology Saltillo Corporation M Sensory Software International, Ltd. ShopLowVision.com M Slater Software M Technology for Education, Inc. M Texthelp Systems, Inc. M The Conover Company M The Key Connection Tobii ATI M Turning Point Therapy & Technology Inc. M ViewPlus Technologies M Words+, Inc. M Exhibitors as of March 16, 2009 M – ATIA Member Free Expo Pass www.atia.org SPONSORS Daisy Consortium Duxbury Systems DynaVox Mayer-Johnson Enabling Technologies Freedom Scientific Gh GW Micro Intel Health Microsoft Optelec Tieman Group Saltillo ShopLowVision.com SComm Tobii ATI Viewplus ALLIANCE PARTNERS American Foundation for the Blind AHEAD ATAP Access Technologists Higher Education Network Alliance for Technology Access CAST The Chicago Lighthouse for People Who are Blind or Visually Impaired Easter Seals Disability Services Infinitec National Assistive Technology Technical Assistance Partnership (NATTAP) Pass it On Center RESNA Rochester Institute of Technology National Technical Institute for the Deaf State Leaders of Assistive Technology in Education (SLATE) The Council for Exceptional Children Technology and Media Division (TAM) 1