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General Sessions







Wednesday, March 18, 2009
8:00 AM PST
Track/TopicIDSessionSpeaker(s)
Augmentive and Alternative Communications (AAC)AAC-1011A Systematic Approach for AAC Evaluations: Matching Individuals to Appropriate DevicesDebby McBride
Lisa Bardach
Augmentive and Alternative Communications (AAC)AAC-1013PowerPoint and AAC: Assessment, Intervention and Evidence-Based PracticeSharon Shaham
Jessica Gosnell
Blind/Low VisionBLV-1033Breezing Through: Using Technology to Teach OrientationCecilia Robinson
Blind/Low VisionBLV-1018ViewPlus: Innovative Products for Creating Accessible Text and GraphicsStephen Young
Cognitive DisabilitiesCOG-1006Free Software and More for Students with Severe DisabilitiesDoyle Burnett
Internet/Web AccessibilityWWW-2024A Simple Way to Stream Captioned Media Through Flash PlayerHaris Gunadi
Internet/Web AccessibilityWWW-2025Designing Learner Center Interface to Enhance Web Equity and AccessibilitySoonhwa Seok
Internet/Web AccessibilityWWW-2011Framework to Support Online Credibility Evaluation by Web Users with Vision LossStephen Hockema
Donna Jodhan
Sambhavi Chandrashekar
Internet/Web AccessibilityWWW-2041Implementing ARIA for Real World AccessibilityJared Smith
Thomas Logan
Legal IssuesLGL-2007The Ten Year Impact of Section 508 on State E&IT Accessibility InitiativesCarl Blunt
OtherOTH-2033Capturing the History of Assistive TechnologyChauncy Rucker
OtherOTH-2038Customizing Access to Mac OS X for Users with Physical Impairments P-1David Niemeijer
Mel Dashner
Mark Coppin
OtherOTH-1018Eye Tracking Technology: Overview of Current SystemsJennifer Weaver
Leslie Aedo
Andy Lin
OtherOTH-1039Multi-Modal Communication Strategies for Girls Who Have Rett SyndromeLinda Burkhart
OtherOTH-1071Voting System Accessibility Case StudyMike Paciello
9:20 AM PST
Track/TopicIDSessionSpeaker(s)
Augmentive and Alternative Communications (AAC)AAC-2029A Dynamic AAC Goals Planning Guide: Addressing Communicative Competence Across Ability LevelsHolly Schneider
Augmentive and Alternative Communications (AAC)AAC-1031Symbols for SuccessChrissy Wostmann
John Standal
Jacquie Clark
Augmentive and Alternative Communications (AAC)AAC-1032The Unity (R) Toolset: Making Unity Simple and EasyRussell Cross
Blind/Low VisionBLV-2068Cost-Effective Ways to Help Low Vision StudentsLena Reznik
Blind/Low VisionBLV-1060NVDA: A Free, Open Source Screen Reader for Microsoft WindowsMichael Curran
James Teh
Blind/Low VisionBLV-1064PAC Mate Omni 6.1, the Next Generation Accessible Pocket PCRon Miller
Jonathan Mosen
Blind/Low VisionBLV-1053Producing Alternate Formats from Optical Character Recognition (OCR )Clara Van Gerven
Wesley Majerus
Blind/Low VisionBLV-1027The Impact of GPS on Visually Impaired Teens in British ColumbiaDave Rathwell
Jessica Rathwell
Blind/Low VisionBLV-1025Using RFID for E-Learning and NavigationAlex Mara
Cognitive DisabilitiesCOG-3005Developmental Writing Strategies for Emergent WritersRoxanne Butterfield
Deaf and Hard of HearingDHH-1002Interpreting, C-Print, CART and TypeWell - What Works Best for You? Philip Hyssong
Deaf and Hard of HearingDHH-1007Power of Face to Face Communication Emma Curry
Internet/Web AccessibilityWWW-2027Captioning Podcasts and Digital MediaJayme Johnson
K-12 EducationK12-2010An Overview of the Accessible Instructional Materials ConsortiumScott Marfilius
Kelly Fonner
Donna McNear
OtherOTH-1053Wounded Warriors and Universal DesignDeborah Kaplan
Dinah F. B. Cohen
10:40 AM PST
Track/TopicIDSessionSpeaker(s)
Augmentive and Alternative Communications (AAC)AAC-1012AAC and Narrative Development Through Story Re-TellingGail Van Tatenhove
Tracy Kovach
Augmentive and Alternative Communications (AAC)AAC-1028The VoicePal Levels: A Functional Tool for TeachersLori Dahlquist
Blind/Low VisionBLV-2050Evaluating Wayfinding Technologies – Some ConsiderationsAlan Scott
Cognitive DisabilitiesCOG-2008SmartHomes for Individuals with Cognitive DisabilitiesGreg Wellems
Internet/Web AccessibilityWWW-2033Mac OS X Accessibility FeaturesMary Beth Janes
Mike Shebanek
Internet/Web AccessibilityWWW-1013PDF Accessibility: Manual and Tool-Based ApproachesFerass ElRayes
Internet/Web AccessibilityWWW-2020Promoting Web Accessibility: From Awareness to OutcomesJudy Brewer
K-12 EducationK12-1001Artificial Intelligence Tutoring Software for Blind and Visually Impaired Science StudentsJeff Dittel
Benny Johnson
Learning DisabilitiesLRN-2003A Computer-Mediated Learning Model for Learners with Learning DisabilitiesSoonhwa Seok
Legal IssuesLGL-2009Insurance Coverage of Audible Prescription Reading Devices as Durable Medical Equipment Dave Raistrick
Legal IssuesLGL-1004Update on Accessible Web Litigation and UN CRPDCynthia Waddell
OtherOTH-2032Accessing and Building the Free California AT Loan Program (CATE) Paul Mortola
John Lee
OtherOTH-2004Using Laureate’s Free Syntax Assessment SoftwareMary Wilson
Postsecondary EducationPSE-2010The Missing Link? Design for All Elements in ICT Education Fostering eInclusionKlaus Miesenberger
12:00 PM PST
Track/TopicIDSessionSpeaker(s)
Aging and DisabilityAGE-1005Assistive Technologies and the Elderly: A State of the Art ReportDonald Egolf
Aging and DisabilityAGE-1006Embedded Sensor Scout Flooring System by Interface FlorC-H Zah
Augmentive and Alternative Communications (AAC)AAC-1015The VoicePal Levels: A Functional Tool for TeachersAmy Koch
Augmentive and Alternative Communications (AAC)AAC-2018Vocabulary Building in AAC: A Tool for Seamless Vocabulary GrowthMargaret Perkins
Joan Sharp
Kara Bidstrup
Blind/Low VisionBLV-1008Esys – More Than a Braille Display!Rebecka Boman
Blind/Low VisionBLV-1002Eye-Pal Solo - The Next Generation of ABISee’s Instant Scanner-ReadersLena Reznik
Blind/Low VisionBLV-2028Proof-of-Concept 3D Level Creation Tool for Blind GamersColin Machin
EmploymentEMP-2007Case Studies for 13 Years of Successful Workplace Accommodation SolutionsPaul Mitten
K-12 EducationK12-1017Hands-On: Accessible Books ‘How to’, Endless Possibilities!Brenda Bender
Kristina Cohen
Michel Pepin
Learning DisabilitiesLRN-1007Introduction to Dragon Naturally Speaking 10Jaimi Groothuis
Learning DisabilitiesLRN-1010Sustained Impacts of Text-to-Speech Software on Reading of Students with DisabilitiesHye Jin Park
Kriko Takahashi
Kelly Roberts
Legal IssuesLGL-2008Digital Accessibility in the Convention on the Rights of Persons with DisabilitiesAxel Leblois
OtherOTH-1002Introduction: New Entry of ELMO USA Corp.Natalie Baron
Postsecondary EducationPSE-2011Joint Study Programme on Accessible Web DesignKlaus Miesenberger
Postsecondary EducationPSE-1012Masters of Science Program in Assistive Technology and Rehabilitation Engineering at CSUNC. T. Lin
Jennifer Kalfsbeek
1:50 PM PST
Track/TopicIDSessionSpeaker(s)
Augmentive and Alternative Communications (AAC)AAC-2002Beyond Compliant–Accessibility by DesignRick Vertolli
Augmentive and Alternative Communications (AAC)AAC-1006ChatPC Silk: Expanding Communication Possibilities After a StrokeElisa Sarosi
Blind/Low VisionBLV-1066Orator for BlackBerry: Blind Access Solution for BlackBerry Smartphones Michel Pepin
Greg Fields
Blind/Low VisionBLV-1041Transition Begins OnlineDawn Wilkinson
Blind/Low VisionBLV-1013What's New with the Icon and Braille +Marc Mulcahy
Internet/Web AccessibilityWWW-3042An Accessible Webmail and Calendar Product – Lessons LearnedSahar Soufi
Philip DeGreen
Internet/Web AccessibilityWWW-2023How to Make Your Flash Content Accessible and WCAG 2.0 CompliantKazuhito Kidachi
Katsutoshi Tsuji
K-12 EducationK12-2027Trends and Futures in Accessible Media in the ClassroomTracy Gray
Learning DisabilitiesLRN-2009A Real Time Learning Document Presentation Method for Learning Disabilities Shinjiro Murayama
OtherOTH-3039Customizing Access to MAC OS X for Users with Physical Impairments P-2Mark Coppin
Mel Dashner
David Niemeijer
OtherOTH-3029Microsoft Windows 7 and Open AccessibilityJason Grieves
Nazia Zaman
OtherOTH-2027Optimizing NaturallySpeaking for Accuracy and ReliabilityAlan Cantor
OtherOTH-2013Visual Language Learning in Autism: Innovative TechnologyLauren Stafford
3:10 PM PST
Track/TopicIDSessionSpeaker(s)
Blind/Low VisionBLV-2061Keys for Unlocking One’s Potential-Ingredients for a Successful Educational/Employment ExperienceLarry Lewis
Blind/Low VisionBLV-2045Sciences as a Blind Person–Challenges to AT/IT and Study OrganizationJoachim Klaus
Blind/Low VisionBLV-2067The Features of Window-Eyes 7Doug Geoffray
Blind/Low VisionBLV-1011Trekker Breeze: New, Simple Orientation AidJulien Larose
Blind/Low VisionBLV-2071ViewPlus Math and Science Curricula with Fully Accessible IllustrationsJohn Gardner
Blind/Low VisionBLV-2038VoiceOver, iTunes 8, iTunes U and iPod NanoMary Beth Janes
Mike Shebanek
Blind/Low VisionBLV-1004What's New at APHLarry Skutchan
Deaf and Hard of HearingDHH-1010User Efficient Voice Recognition Based Caption Editing SystemAli Sobhi
Internet/Web AccessibilityWWW-2012How to Use Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.0 on Web SitesMichael Cooper
Internet/Web AccessibilityWWW-2017The Use of Virtual Worlds Among People with DisabilitiesKel Smith
Learning DisabilitiesLRN-1024Supporting Writing: Text-To-Speech and Spellcheck for All of UsIra Socol
OtherOTH-1015Preparing Accessible Documents at the DTBook Format Using Free Software Dominique Archambault
4:20 PM PST
Track/TopicIDSessionSpeaker(s)
OtherOTH-1014Everyday with Morrie-Assistive Technology for Individuals with Lou Gehrig's DiseaseAlex Kurth


Thursday, March 19, 2009
8:00 AM PST
Track/TopicIDSessionSpeaker(s)
Aging and DisabilityAGE-1002Easier Living Through TechnologyJane Vincent
Russ Holland
Augmentive and Alternative Communications (AAC)AAC-1030AAC in Your Pocket: Meet Proloquo2go for iphone and ipodDavid Niemeijer
Samuel Sennott
Blind/Low VisionBLV-1036Access to All Kinds of Content on the Internet without a PCWerner Haan
Blind/Low VisionBLV-1094Audio Description: An Aid to LiteracyJoel Snyder
Blind/Low VisionBLV-1077DAISY 101Gaeir Dietrich
Blind/Low VisionBLV-1057Gmail Accessibility: A Case Study of Accessibility for AJAX ApplicationsLoretta Guarino Reid
Jyotsna Kaki
Srinivas Annam
Blind/Low VisionBLV-2065Icon/Braille +: The All-in-One Solution for Visually Impaired StudentsMarc Mulcahy
Blind/Low VisionBLV-1014New Products for The Blind and Low Vision from Maxi-AidsBarry Greenblatt
Blind/Low VisionBLV-2058The Use of Microsoft Windows on Intel-Based McIntosh PlatformHyun-wook Ka
Sunggye Hong
Internet/Web AccessibilityWWW-2034A Collaborative Handbook of Best Practices for Web AccessibilityJames Thurston
Dana Simberkoff
Internet/Web AccessibilityWWW-2032Automated Evaluation of Cognitive Web AccessibilityAaron Andersen
Stefanie Walker
Internet/Web AccessibilityWWW-1009DO-IT Video Search: A Case Study in Accessible Web and MultimediaTerrill Thompson
Learning DisabilitiesLRN-2005A Program Resource Tool for Teachers Working with Special Education StudentsMichelle McClure
9:20 AM PST
Track/TopicIDSessionSpeaker(s)
Augmentive and Alternative Communications (AAC)AAC-1027Breaking Tradition: Creating Static Communication Page Sets that Enhance Curriculum Integration Allison Yates
Augmentive and Alternative Communications (AAC)AAC-1033CVI and Complex Communication Needs: Characteristics and Strategies for AACLinda Burkhart
Blind/Low VisionBLV-2037Installing and Using the Solaris Operating System Using the Orca Screen ReaderWillie Walker
Mike Pedersen
Blind/Low VisionBLV-2078Using AutOMathic Blocks to Teach Braille Math to ChildrenArthur Karshmer
Cognitive DisabilitiesCOG-2003Dynavox Co-Pilot by Ablelink Technologies-AT for Confusion and Memory IssuesAnne Johnson
Joan Cunningham
Deaf and Hard of HearingDHH-2006Accessible, Usable, Searchable On-line VideoGeoff Freed
EmploymentEMP-2006AccessComputing: Increasing the Participation of People with Disabilities in Computing FieldsWendy Chisholm
Internet/Web AccessibilityWWW-2026Creating 508/ADA Accessible Documents with Math ContentJacek Polewczak
Internet/Web AccessibilityWWW-2018Testing for 508/WCAG Website Accessibility CertificationsGlenn Smith
Mary Jane Smith
K-12 EducationK12-1014Taking the First Steps Towards Reading with Phonics InstructionBrenda Bender
Learning DisabilitiesLRN-2021Accessible Math Technologies Combined with Assistive Technology Ensure Success for All StudentsStephen Noble
Jennifer Ray
OtherOTH-1024Assistive Technologies for Environmental Aids to Daily LivingJamie Mayo
Donn Hilker
Patty McTigue
OtherOTH-1037Revolutionary Next-Generation of Assisted Text Input: SwypeRandy Marsden
OtherOTH-2028The SWEET Assistive Technology Toolkit for Providers of Young Children with DisabilitiesJennifer Brown
Debbie Grant
Kathleen Sadao
Nancy Robinson
10:40 AM PST
Track/TopicIDSessionSpeaker(s)
Augmentive and Alternative Communications (AAC)AAC-1014Picture Exchange Communication System Methodology in AAC DevicesJoseph Karr O'Connor
Donna Banzhof
Blind/Low VisionBLV-1030Assistive Technologies for the Blind and Visually Impaired on a Limited BudgetDavid Tanner
Blind/Low VisionBLV-1056Dueling Operating SystemsMike Pedersen
Doug Geoffray
Mike Shebanek
Jamal Mazrui
Blind/Low VisionBLV-1042Haptic Belt for Delivering Nonverbal Cues to People Who are Blind/Visually ImpairedSreekar Krishna
Troy McDaniel
Cognitive DisabilitiesCOG-2002Cognitive Prosthetic to Support Independence in Executive Functioning for Soldiers with TBIRich Herold
Joan Cunningham
Internet/Web AccessibilityWWW-3059Advance ARIAHans Hillen
Internet/Web AccessibilityWWW-2014Making Web Apps Work Like Desktop AppsChris Blouch
Internet/Web AccessibilityWWW-2035The Accessibility Kit for SharePoint-A Community-Based Approach to Web AccessibilityDana Simberkoff
Internet/Web AccessibilityWWW-1002The Hearsay Vision for Universally Accessible WebYevgen Borodin
Internet/Web AccessibilityWWW-2016The New WCAG 2: Web Accessibility Q and A with the EditorsBen Caldwell
Gregg Vanderheiden
Loretta Guarino Reid
Michael Cooper
Shawn Henry
K-12 EducationK12-1009After Elementary School: Building a Quality AAC Class for Secondary StudentsTalya Kemper
Tammy Thompson-Cooke
K-12 EducationK12-2021Unlock the Mystery of Print: Strategies for Student Reading AchievementJean Slater
Legal IssuesLGL-2001Enhancing Policy Activities Among NIDDR-Sponsored Projects: Developing Collaborative Policy NetworksPaul Baker
Nathan Moon
OtherOTH-2052Facilitating Access for Disabled Workers to Telecom ApplicationsJean-Pierre Albinet
Fabrice Bonnaud
OtherOTH-2021Testing Products for Accessibility (VPATs) John Kemp
Michael Takemura
Ken Salaets
Debra Ruh
Aubrey Woolley
Postsecondary EducationPSE-1013Update on the 2008 Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA)Cynthia Waddell
12:00 PM PST
Track/TopicIDSessionSpeaker(s)
Aging and DisabilityAGE-1007Public Participatory Approach to Building Maps of Barrier Free EnvironmentsMinah Kim
Aging and DisabilityAGE-2004The Effects of Aquatic Exercise in People with Multiple SclerosisAi Katase
Mai Narasaki
Aging and DisabilityAGE-2003The Graying of America: The Future of Training and SupportMike Calvo
Augmentive and Alternative Communications (AAC)AAC-1021Extensive Use of VOCA for Children with Communication DisordersSatsuki Aoki
Toyohiko Hayashi
Blind/Low VisionBLV-2010Improving Productivity Using the Braille Sense or Voice Sense NotetakerRaul Gallegos
Dan Weirich
Blind/Low VisionBLV-1009JAWS 10, Tandem and AutoForms Mode FeaturesEric Damery
Eric Damery
Blind/Low VisionBLV-3029Low Vision Reading Machines with Consideration of Color SightKyota Aoki
Blind/Low VisionBLV-2022SeeStar: A Camera-Phone “OnStar” Service for People Who Are BlindDavid Ross
Cognitive DisabilitiesCOG-1009Living the Smart LifeRich Herold
Joan Cunningham
Deaf and Hard of HearingDHH-2009CART in the Classroom and in the World of WorkPatricia Graves
EmploymentEMP-1008Leading the Way with AccommodationsDinah F. B. Cohen
Internet/Web AccessibilityWWW-2005Magic Button: Integrated Standards ValidationThomas Brunet
Internet/Web AccessibilityWWW-2007OCW4ALL: Automatic Accessible Learning MaterialsMagi Almirall
K-12 EducationK12-1016Making Science Accessible to All StudentsJean Slater
Roxanne Butterfield
Learning DisabilitiesLRN-1006Ginger Spell® Uses Context to Correct Multiple Mistakes within a Sentence SimultaneouslyMiki (Michal) Feldman-Simon
OtherOTH-2012Engineering Design to Promote Adapted Physical ActivityJ. Kevin Taylor
OtherOTH-2044How to Use the Word to DAISY Add-InNorman Coombs
Beth Coombs
1:50 PM PST
Track/TopicIDSessionSpeaker(s)
Aging and DisabilityAGE-2001WCAG 2.0 Addresses Older Web Users' RequirementsJudy Brewer
Augmentive and Alternative Communications (AAC)AAC-2026Communicating in a Modern World, Part 1: Funding ImplicationsKeith Woodbury
Erin Beneteau
Augmentive and Alternative Communications (AAC)BLV-3080Eye-Com Biosensor for Assistive Communications & Control, Cognitive-Performance Evaluation, Drowsiness-Monitoring and Safety-ResponseWilliam Torch
Cognitive DisabilitiesCOG-1010Mainstream Information and Communication Technology and People with Cognitive Disabilities: An AgendaClayton Lewis
David Dzumba
Mike Paciello
Gregg Vanderheiden
Cognitive DisabilitiesCOG-2007Sorting Through Software for Behavior Supports and OrganizersKelly Fonner
Scott Marfilius
Internet/Web AccessibilityWWW-2036Creating Accessible Content with Adobe Creative SuiteGreg Pisocky
Internet/Web AccessibilityWWW-2049Internet Explorer 8, ARIA and new Accessibility FeaturesJP Gonzalez
Internet/Web AccessibilityWWW-2043You've Got Access: An Overview of Accessible Products from AOLThomas Wlodkowski
K-12 EducationK12-1004The Technology Assisted Reading Assessment (TARA) Project: A View of the TestLois Frankel
Learning DisabilitiesLRN-2015Texthelp Tools and NIMAS Files–A Winning Combination Jennifer Ray
Legal IssuesLGL-2003State IT Accessibility Laws and Policies: Pointers and Pitfalls from ImplementersDeborah Buck
Deborah Kaplan
Linda Jaco
Diane Golden
OtherOTH-1023AEGIS-Open Accessibility Everywhere: Groundwork, Infrastructure, Standards-An FP7 ProjectThomas Wlodkowski
Sally Cain
Greg Fields
Peter Korn
OtherOTH-2043Enhancing Accessibility by Creating Structured Documents Using the Word Styles FeatureNorman Coombs
Beth Coombs
Marisol Miranda
Psychiatric DisabilitiesPSY-2001Transitioning Youths with Mental Health Impairments: Assistive Technology and Reasonable Accommodation Kendra Duckworth
3:10 PM PST
Track/TopicIDSessionSpeaker(s)
Augmentive and Alternative Communications (AAC)AAC-1024AAC Update from the RERC on Communication Enhancement Frank DeRuyter
Augmentive and Alternative Communications (AAC)AAC-2008Promoting Communication in Early Intervention Through the SWEET AT Training ModuleKathleen Sadao
Nancy Robinson
Debbie Grant
Jennifer Brown
Augmentive and Alternative Communications (AAC)AAC-1005The AAC Profile: A Continuum of Learning for Children Using AACTracy Kovach
Blind/Low VisionBLV-2081Introducing the J-Ware Product LineEd. Rosenthal
Brian Hartgen
Blind/Low VisionBLV-1070What's New in Zoomtext 9.18Scott Moore
Deaf and Hard of HearingDHH-1008Communication Utilizing Today's Modern Technology for the Deaf-BlindAnindya Bhattacharyya
Greg Stilson
EmploymentEMP-2002Transitioning to Universal Computer Access for the Workplace and Higher-EdRandy Marsden
Scott Marfilius
Internet/Web AccessibilityWWW-1063Access Board update of Section 508/255 Refresh of Accessibility Standards and GuidelinesPhill Jenkins
Internet/Web AccessibilityWWW-2044WCAG 2.0 and Microsoft Silverlight 2.0Cynthia Shelly
K-12 EducationK12-2003The Balanced Literacy Club Project: Supporting Students with Significant DisabilitiesCaroline Musselwhite
OtherOTH-2016CSU Digital Marketplace Initiative-Accessible, Affordable and Choice of Digital Content Brad Hodges
Rick Bowes
Caesar Eghtesadi
George Ward
OtherOTH-1026What’s New in Wireless: An Overview of Access Solutions to Promote EmploymentSusan Mazrui
Mary Brooner
David Dzumba
Greg Fields
OtherOTH-1062Zen-Autism and Mindfulness: A Natural Approach for Treating Behavioral Disabilities in AutismMaye Kongmalay
Postsecondary EducationPSE-1015DAISY Software Players, an OverviewRon Stewart
4:20 PM PST
Track/TopicIDSessionSpeaker(s)
Blind/Low VisionBLV-2049Selecting a Scanning and Reading System for Blind and Low Vision UseMichelle Laramie
Blind/Low VisionBLV-2020Several Qualitative Observations on Independent Blind ShoppingJohn Nicholson
Blind/Low VisionBLV-1044Using iTunes and iPods Without VisionBrian Hartgen
Blind/Low VisionBLV-2059Using Multiple Sensors in GPS Navigation Systems for the BlindJun Ishikawa
EmploymentEMP-2001Improving Workplace Accommodations: Initial Results of a Policy Delphi StudyPaul Baker
Nathan Moon
Internet/Web AccessibilityWWW-2010How to Use W3C Guidelines to Achieve Legally Compliant WebsitesTom Jewett
Wayne Dick
K-12 EducationK12-2025The Fun Factor: Integrating Multimedia into Boardmaker Plus ActivitiesLisa Kehoe (Petit)
Enid Hurtado
OtherOTH-1022The Business of Assistive TechnologyNiraj Parikh
Kavita Parikh


Friday, March 20, 2009
8:00 AM PST
Track/TopicIDSessionSpeaker(s)
Augmentive and Alternative Communications (AAC)AAC-2001Comparing Eye Control with Switch Scanning: Speed, Accuracy, and Fatigue LevelsErin Beneteau
Augmentive and Alternative Communications (AAC)AAC-2003Linguistics and Behavior Analysis Find Common Theoretical Ground in AACBruce Baker
Blind/Low VisionBLV-1024A Software Tool for Rapid Acquisition of Streetwise Geo-Referenced MapsAliasgar Kutiyanawala
Blind/Low VisionBLV-2073Access to Locally Televised On-Screen InformationGeoff Freed
Blind/Low VisionBLV-1078Word, Math, and DAISY: It All Adds UpNeil Soiffer
Dennis Leas
Masakazu Suzuki
EmploymentEMP-1010Illustrating At-Based Work Arrangements at Alcatel-Lucent in FranceJacques-Olivier Vallet
K-12 EducationK12-2026Aligned and Ready to LearnJohn Standal
Legal IssuesLGL-2005Twenty-First Century Accessible Technology and Telecommunications for People with DisabilitiesJenifer Simpson
OtherOTH-3031An Advanced Methodology for Performing Accessibility Testing in the Federal GovernmentKarl Groves
OtherOTH-2041Closing the Gap Between Industry IT Accessibility Standards and Competitive ProductivityJeff Kline
Matthew King
OtherOTH-2068DATE- Keynote SpeakerGail Sheehy
OtherOTH-2020Gaming for All Ages-The Key to Developing Skills and MotivationMark Coppin
Mel Dashner
David Niemeijer
OtherOTH-2006Vizzle: Web-Based Visual Language Learning for Students with Autism Lauren Stafford
Postsecondary EducationPSE-1018Case Study: How the CSU System is Tackling Large Scale CaptioningJean Wells
Kevin Erler
Postsecondary EducationPSE-2009The Accessibility Challenge: A Professional Development Program that WorksW. Mei Fang
Mary Fran Breiling
Hilary Nixon
Cynthia Rostankowski
9:20 AM PST
Track/TopicIDSessionSpeaker(s)
Augmentive and Alternative Communications (AAC)AAC-1007How to Establish Augmentative Communication Options in the Health Care SettingDebby McBride
Augmentive and Alternative Communications (AAC)AAC-3034Real-Time Speech Transcription Service to Improve Non-Native Speakers' Listening ComprehensionPaul Luther
Dan-ning Jiang
Blind/Low VisionBLV-3063Access to PDF: Improving Support of Assistive Technology in Acrobat and ReaderAndres Gonzalez
Blind/Low VisionBLV-1034Addition of RFID-Based Initialization and Object Recognition to the Navigation System TANIAAndreas Hub
Bernhard Schmitz
Blind/Low VisionBLV-2001Assistive Technologies for the Deaf Blind-Advanced TopicsDavid Tanner
Blind/Low VisionBLV-2035Back to Black and White- Software to Develop Visual Skills Roger Bates
Blind/Low VisionBLV-2051E-text with a SoundJaroslaw Wiazowski
Blind/Low VisionBLV-2048Introducing SUE: Screenreader & Usability ExtensionsAndrea Gaal
Martina Weicht
Blind/Low VisionBLV-2047Recent Developments in Technology for People Who are Blind or Visually ImpairedWilliam Bielawski
Blind/Low VisionBLV-1075Topics in Java, UNIX, and OpenDocument AccessibilityPeter Korn
Deaf and Hard of HearingDHH-2004Captioning Solutions for Handheld Media and Mobile DevicesGeoff Freed
Internet/Web AccessibilityWWW-1037Books Without Barriers-Bookshare.org BasicsKristina Cohen
Internet/Web AccessibilityWWW-1040Web Accessibility Evaluation with WAVEDiogenes Hernandez
Jared Smith
Aaron Andersen
K-12 EducationK12-1006Assistive Technology Loan Program: Making the Most of Limited ResourcesCecilia Robinson
Frankie Fontenot
K-12 EducationK12-2032Using WordQ to Predict, Read, Edit, Support and Enhance WritingKendra Grant
Learning DisabilitiesLRN-2022A Snapshot On Success: Effective Assistive Technology Integration Michelle Fahy
Heidi Burgess
OtherOTH-2069DATE- Technology PanelArlene Harris
Deborah Kaplan
Mike Paciello
Postsecondary EducationPSE-1016DAISY in Higher EducationJayme Johnson
Gaeir Dietrich
Sam Ogami
10:40 AM PST
Track/TopicIDSessionSpeaker(s)
Augmentive and Alternative Communications (AAC)AAC-2036Point-and-Chat: Instant Messaging for AAC UsersBenjamin Slotznick
Augmentive and Alternative Communications (AAC)AAC-1019Scanning Made Simple: Showcasing Saltillo's Scanning DevicesElisa Sarosi
Blind/Low VisionBLV-2082Dueling ScriptingJamal Mazrui
Sean Farrow
Doug Geoffray
Blind/Low VisionBLV-2092World Class Business Productivity on the Icon and Braille+Marc Mulcahy
Cognitive DisabilitiesCOG-1001In Control and Organized! Help for Short Term Memory IssuesScott Marfilius
Kelly Fonner
Deaf and Hard of HearingDHH-2005Managing Typewell Networks EffectivelyHaris Gunadi
Deaf and Hard of HearingDHH-2001Remote Captioning and Interpreting for STEM Students: Recommendations of a National Summit E. William Clymer
Internet/Web AccessibilityWWW-2028Architecting an Accessible Web 2.0 Widget FrameworkVictor Tsaran
K-12 EducationK12-2024Enhancing Reading Instruction with Kurzweil 3000David Bradburn
Learning DisabilitiesLRN-1012AudioAccess... The Benefits Go Beyond WordsStephanie Turner
Learning DisabilitiesLRN-1025Text-to-Speech from the Start – A Primary Support for Lifespan Learning Ira Socol
OtherOTH-1010Accessibility Audit of a Community Using Public Participatory Geographic Information System (PPGIS) Wansoo Im
OtherOTH-2064Aging in Place Technology - Market View and AccessLaurie Orlov
Susan Ayers Walker
OtherOTH-1019How Globalization is Reframing the Disability Market: What's in Your Future?Tracy Gray
OtherOTH-2045Open Source Software for DAISY - Today and in the Future Dominique Archambault
Markus Gylling
George Kerscher
OtherOTH-2061Using NFPA’s Emergency Evacuation Planning Guide for People with DisabilitiesAllan Fraser
Postsecondary EducationPSE-1008Accommodations to Accessibility: How Faculty Have Changed Their Culture in the CSUJean Wells
Postsecondary EducationPSE-1005Assistive Technology and Higher Education: A Collaboration for Provision of Electronic-TextDeanna Arbuckle
Postsecondary EducationPSE-2002Implementing the CSU Accessible Technology Initiative (ATI) at California State University, NorthridgeDeborah Kaplan
Mark Turner
Susan Cullen
Joseph Karr O'Connor
12:00 PM PST
Track/TopicIDSessionSpeaker(s)
Augmentive and Alternative Communications (AAC)AAC-1017Innovative Assistance for Communication, Computer Access, Spelling/Writing Help, and Memory AssistanceJames Schroeder
Augmentive and Alternative Communications (AAC)AAC-1016The Total Package for Static Communication Contained in AMDi’s New Smart Series and Utility SoftwareAllison Yates
Augmentive and Alternative Communications (AAC)AAC-2004World Knowledge and Word Usage in Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)Bruce Baker
Blind/Low VisionBLV-2062Advanced Braille Display FunctionalitySigi Kipke
Blind/Low VisionBLV-2023Enhancing Information Selectivity for Persons Who are BlindDavid Ross
Blind/Low VisionBLV-1069Esytime and Esyschool-Revolutionary Laptop Solutions for Work and Education!Rebecka Boman
Blind/Low VisionBLV-1016Highlight on Accessible GPS Products Powered by Sendero GPSMike May
Charles LaPierre
Blind/Low VisionBLV-2015Novel Technology for Reading Rehabilitation for Patients with Central Vision LossMichiel van Schaik
Blind/Low VisionBLV-1003ZoomText 9.1 – Overview for the New UserScott Moore
Internet/Web AccessibilityWWW-1004Adobe Accessibility: Consumer UpdateAndrew Kirkpatrick
Internet/Web AccessibilityWWW-2003Managing Disability Services and Student Accommodation Information Effectively Via Accessible Web ApplicationsHaris Gunadi
Robert Armas
Internet/Web AccessibilityWWW-2006Mozilla, Firefox, and the Future of Web AccessibilityMarco Zehe
K-12 EducationK12-1011Access, Participation, and Progress - AbleNet Editions Weekly ReaderMary Sagstetter
K-12 EducationK12-2012Getting Accessible (NIMAC) Textbooks for your Students with Print DisabilitiesBetsy Burgess
Kristina Cohen
Learning DisabilitiesLRN-1020Improving the Web Browsing Environment for Dyslexics by Elaborating FunctionalitiesReiko Nagatsuma
OtherOTH-1008Accessaphone and YouGlenda Faucheux
OtherOTH-1007Introduction to Computer AccessibilityCathy Kingeter
OtherOTH-2009The Fastest Track to Daisy Publishing; www.daisymarkup.comLars Frederiksen
Niels Thogersen
1:50 PM PST
Track/TopicIDSessionSpeaker(s)
Aging and DisabilityAGE-2009Senior Surfers 2.0: Re-Examining Older Web Users and the Dynamic WebAnn Chadwick-Dias
Marguerite Bergel
Augmentive and Alternative Communications (AAC)AAC-2010Animated Versus Static Graphic Symbols: Effects on Guessability, Name Agreement, and IdentificationJames Sorce
Meghan O'Brien
Howard Shane
Ralf Schlosser
Lisa Debrowski
Timothy Deluca
Maria Duggan
Blind/Low VisionBLV-2032Development of PDF User Guides for Blind and Visually ImpairedCaesar Eghtesadi
Lee Huffman
Brad Hodges
Blind/Low VisionBLV-1039I Got the Music in My StreamDavid Flament
Blind/Low VisionBLV-2043Linux AccessibilityWesley Majerus
Tony Olivero
Blind/Low VisionBLV-2017Portable Video Devices for Distance, Intermediate, and Near Activities Dave Bevers
Graham Strong
Blind/Low VisionBLV-1076Utilizing Lotus Symphony to Create Open and Accessible DocumentsSusann Keohane
Brian Cragun
Internet/Web AccessibilityWWW-1015March Madness: Web Accessibility Meets the NCAA Men's Basketball TournamentTerrill Thompson
Internet/Web AccessibilityWWW-2019RaisingTheFloor.Net-Building Access for All Directly into the InternetGregg Vanderheiden
K-12 EducationK12-2005Mathematics: What K-12 Educators Need to Know About Assistive Technology AccessSherry Purcell
Debbie Grant
OtherOTH-2040Accessible Media in the Digital Age: Jets, iPods, DTV, Blu-Ray, and More Larry Goldberg
OtherOTH-1056An Introduction to ATACP Damien Wimbush
OtherOTH-2066DATE- Design PanelNeal Cutler
Jane Haas
OtherOTH-2034Research on Emerging Technologies: A Panel Speaks About Research Funded by NCTITracy Gray
Postsecondary EducationPSE-1017DAISY - The Road to Accessible Curricular MaterialsRon Stewart
Postsecondary EducationPSE-2004QIAT Beyond IDEARuss Holland
Dawn Wilkenson
3:10 PM PST
Track/TopicIDSessionSpeaker(s)
Augmentive and Alternative Communications (AAC)AAC-1009Autism and AAC-When are High-Tech Options Necessary?Tammy Thompson-Cooke
Connie Suter
Stephanie Serrano
Michaela Sullivan
Blind/Low VisionBLV-2055Mobile Devices and ProductivityAnne Taylor
Wesley Majerus
Blind/Low VisionBLV-2040New Technology and Techniques for Teaching Functional Braille to AdultsGayle Yarnall
EmploymentEMP-2004Teleworking, Disabilities, and Socially Inclusive WorkplacesNathan Moon
Paul Baker
Internet/Web AccessibilityWWW-2055Social Accessibility: Fix any Page You AccessHironobu Takagi
Internet/Web AccessibilityWWW-2058Video for Everyone: Accessible Video with FlashAndrew Kirkpatrick
K-12 EducationK12-1018Expanding District Capacity to Deliver AT Services with ATSTARKelly Fonner
Sharron Rush
Jan McSorley
Joy Zabala
K-12 EducationK12-1020On-Going Professional Development: The AbleNet Student Achievement ProgramMary Sagstetter
Learning DisabilitiesLRN-1011Selecting Software for Students with Learning Disabilities: An Online Educational ResourceJayme Johnson
Legal IssuesLGL-2002The Reality of Universal Web Access at the University of TexasGlenda Sims
OtherOTH-2067DATE- Education PanelGary Small
Dan Michel
Harry Murphy
OtherOTH-1059Tales From the Yahoo! Accessibility LabAlan Brightman
Victor Tsaran
Christopher Barr
Postsecondary EducationPSE-1006Universal Design in Higher Education: From Principles to PracticeSheryl Burgstahler
4:20 PM PST
Track/TopicIDSessionSpeaker(s)
Augmentive and Alternative Communications (AAC)AAC-1022The Pixon Project: Developing an AAC Language Development CurriculumGail Van Tatenhove
Blind/Low VisionBLV-1031Analysis of Accessible GPS Devices from Experts and Live Demonstrations from UsersMike May
Jerry Kuns
Blind/Low VisionBLV-2054ViewPlus - American Physical Society Collaboration: Making Scholarly Publications AccessibleJohn Gardner
Internet/Web AccessibilityWWW-2022First Year Reflections: Accessibility and Moving Student Services Online at CSUEBJohn Charles
Mary-Therese Schweickert-Stary
Internet/Web AccessibilityWWW-2052Writing for the Web: Lessons From Yahoo!Alan Brightman
K-12 EducationK12-2013New Curriculum Support from Kurzweil and IntelliToolsDave Robertshaw
K-12 EducationK12-1019News-2-You and Unique Learning System: Inform and Include All LearnersChrissy Wostmann
Jacquie Clark
OtherOTH-2065DATE- Closing SpeakerMary Furlong
OtherOTH-1030Using AT at Home and WorkKim Copeland
Sharon Ferguson
Aaron Markovits
David Mensch
Tarun Manchanda
OtherOTH-2001Web-Based Learning: Embrace Technology, Empower YourselfLori Kraska
OtherOTH-2036What the Latest Technology Can Do for Deaf-Blind PeopleBruce Visser
Anindya Bhattacharyya
OtherOTH-1017Windows 7: Out of Box AccessibilityGuy Barker
Nazia Zaman
Postsecondary EducationPSE-1014One College's Journey to a Quality Alternative Format SolutionDaryl Murphy
Steve Bennett


Saturday, March 21, 2009
8:00 AM PST
Track/TopicIDSessionSpeaker(s)
Augmentive and Alternative Communications (AAC)AAC-1035Activities of "POLLUXSTAR" Software to Reproduce in Ones Real Voice Using TTSTsutomu Kaneyasu
Blind/Low VisionBLV-2074Assistive Technologies for the Deaf Blind- Training IssuesDavid Tanner
Blind/Low VisionBLV-2089Information System Assisting Blind and Visually Impaired Persons Navigate to Desired Locations Orna Eran
Mary Hubbell
Blind/Low VisionBLV-2088Turn Your Mobile Device Into a Mobile Partner!Melanie Endres
Cognitive DisabilitiesCOG-1004Kiwi Ingenuity and AT- The Kimi Ora ExperienceDave Speden
EmploymentEMP-1011Fostering Independence Using Assistive Technology from Post Secondary to a Vocational SettingLorraine Norwich
Internet/Web AccessibilityWWW-2056Building Standards Compliant and Accessible Websites Using OperaHenny Swan
Internet/Web AccessibilityWWW-1054Section 504 vs. Section 508: Ramifications on IT Accessibility Within SLG/EDU MarketsKen Nakata
Kurt Mueffelmann
Internet/Web AccessibilityWWW-2021Web Usability and Screen ReadersRichard Douglass
Wayne Shebilske
K-12 EducationK12-1030Flat Friends Project- Flatten Your Students and Extend Flat StanleyJerolyn Allen
Suzanne Feit
K-12 EducationK12-1007Universally-Designed, No-Brainer, Instructional Teaching Tools for All Students (UNITTS)Lynda Crouch
Tricia Parkhouse
Learning DisabilitiesLRN-1016Bestow Your Struggling Writers Superpowers-Unleash Co:Writer and Write: Outloud!Jason Burke
Learning DisabilitiesLRN-2018Beyond Written Drafts: Using WordQ and Inspiration Software throughout the Writing ProcessKendra Grant
Learning DisabilitiesLRN-1014State-Mandated Assessments – Ensure Accessibility for Struggling StudentsJennifer Bell
Legal IssuesLGL-1006VPAT database - A System for Sharing Accessibility Information about ProductsSam Ogami
OtherOTH-1054Accessibility Solutions for BlackBerry® SmartphonesDave Dougall
OtherOTH-2055Designing and Developing for Accessibility throughout the Life-Cycle Bill Curtis-Davidson
Olive Au
Postsecondary EducationPSE-2003Collaborating Assistive Technology with Language Arts Through Best Practices in Universal DesignTom Dalton
Steven Turner
9:20 AM PST
Track/TopicIDSessionSpeaker(s)
Augmentive and Alternative Communications (AAC)K12-1023Introduction of Vocabulary Symbols at an Early Age: What is the Outcome?Christine Hurtubise
Margaret Perkins
Augmentive and Alternative Communications (AAC)AAC-2038Tired of Using Switch Scanning? Maybe OneWay™ Can Help!James Schroeder
Augmentive and Alternative Communications (AAC)AAC-2023We Write So They Can ReadDeanna Wagner
Sara Perkins
Caroline Musselwhite
Blind/Low VisionBLV-2086Deconstructing the Magic of the Harry Potter Web SiteHoward Kramer
Blind/Low VisionBLV-2007I.D. MATE OMNI: Power User’s Session – Thinking Outside the Bar CodeDave Raistrick
Anna McClure
Chad Allen
Blind/Low VisionBLV-2085STEP-HEAR™ - RF Based Navigation and Information Reference Point System, for BlindnessYael Furman
Blind/Low VisionBLV-3087The Daisy Online Standard: Where SOA, Daisy and the Web Come TogetherKenny Johar
Cognitive DisabilitiesCOG-1013Memory Compensation Using Pocket PCs: Making Cognitive Connections for Brain Injury SurvivorsMichelle Wild
Internet/Web AccessibilityWWW-1051Building a Holistic Web Accessibility ProgramKen Nakata
Internet/Web AccessibilityWWW-2053Practical Web AccessibilityGarry Grant
Steven Tchorzewski
Internet/Web AccessibilityWWW-2029Towards a More Accessible BrowserJeanne Spellman
James Allan
K-12 EducationK12-1002Adapted Lessons Integrating A.T. for Students with Significant Disabilities: Ready To Go!Rita Krupp
Kyndel Ross
Christine Villalobos
K-12 EducationK12-2008Bookshare.org-More Books for Students with Print DisabilitiesKristina Cohen
K-12 EducationK12-1033FreeTech – Ubiquitous Tools as Individualized SupportsIra Socol
Learning DisabilitiesLRN-2013Budget Boosters – Inexpensive Help for Reading, Writing and StudyingKevin Reinhardt
Sherri Parkins
OtherOTH-2058Computer Access Via Tiny Body Sensory is No Longer Science FictionJim Kjendalen
OtherOTH-1057Evaluation of Phototacs- An Image-based Phone BookMichael Astrauskas
Postsecondary EducationPSE-2007The AccessText Information Network: An Association of American Publishers Digital Text Portal Christopher Lee
Robert Martinengo
10:40 AM PST
Track/TopicIDSessionSpeaker(s)
Augmentive and Alternative Communications (AAC)AAC-1037AlphaCore: Communication & Telecommunications for People with ALS and other Literate IndividualsAmy Roman
Augmentive and Alternative Communications (AAC)AAC-1025Hot Topics for DD Adults–Let’s Talk Tango!Deanna Wagner
Pati King-DeBaun
Sara Perkins
Blind/Low VisionBLV-1094Accessibility and Second Life: A Dream Coming TrueLouise Nicholson
Jolie Mason
Linda Mandlebaum
Nathan Lowell
Blind/Low VisionBLV-1006Supernova Version 11, Driving Forward Usability & Productivity for Visually Impaired ProfessionalsSteve Bennett
Blind/Low VisionBLV-2090Three Case Studies in Web Design for Blind and Low Vision UsersAnn Chadwick-Dias
Marguerite Bergel
Blind/Low VisionBLV-1046WebAnywhere - Winner of 2008 Microsoft Imagine Cup Accessibility CompetitionAnnuska Perkins
Jeffrey Bigham
Cognitive DisabilitiesCOG-1014Designing for Cognitive Accessibility: An icon-Based Organizer for Individuals with Intellectual DisabilitiesTom Keating
Cognitive DisabilitiesCOG-2011Improving Web Form Accessibility Using Semantic XForms for People with Special Needs Amin Anjomshoaa
EmploymentEMP-1003The Challenges of Training WCAG 2.0 in South East AsiaTom Babinszki
Larry Campbell
Internet/Web AccessibilityWWW-2045Developing Accessible Media Applications for the Web Using Microsoft Silverlight 2.0Sean Hayes
Internet/Web AccessibilityWWW-2060Pre/Post User Testing: Quantifying Improvement And Persistent Issues In Transportation Website RedesignMichael Elledge
Sarah Swierenga
Internet/Web AccessibilityWWW-2057Text-To-Speech Service Going Mainstream - Audio Version As Universal DesignNiclas Bergstrom
K-12 EducationK12-2029Computer-Based Accessible Testing System for High-Stakes and State-Mandated TestsWaseem Sheikh
David Schleppenbach
Dennis Leas
Learning DisabilitiesLRN-1017Benefits of Recorded Lectures for Students with DisabilitiesJoe Franklin
Learning DisabilitiesLRN-1023Research Study About How the ClassMate Reader Helped Non-Reading Learning Disabled TeenagersBrenda McBride
12:00 PM PST
Track/TopicIDSessionSpeaker(s)
Aging and DisabilityAGE-1010New Features of Cell Phone for the Visually Impaired; Voice Input MailHitomi Arimitsu
Blind/Low VisionBLV-2019On Sufficiency of Verbal Instructions for Independent Blind ShoppingJohn Nicholson
Blind/Low VisionBLV-2021SeeScan: Camera-Phone Object Recognition for People Who Are BlindVincent Martin
David Ross
Blind/Low VisionBLV-2012Software that Converts Documents into Large Print Formats for Low Vision StudentsJoe Cioffi
EmploymentEMP-1009Share 25 Years of the Job Accommodation Network Experience Kendra Duckworth
Internet/Web AccessibilityWWW-2050Accessibility Model for the 21st Century: Transparency of Processes, SDOCs, and RegulationKen Nakata
Internet/Web AccessibilityWWW-2001PDF and Word Accessibility: Making Documents Universally UsableMark Stimson
Michael Parker
K-12 EducationK12-1015News-2-You and Unique Learning System: The Complete Curriculum PackageChrissy Wostmann
Learning DisabilitiesLRN-1008Read&Write Gold for PC and Mac – Ensuring Success for All Students Jennifer Ray
Legal IssuesLGL-1010Copyright Exceptions: Respect, Update, DRM, and the Watermarking Alternative (DAISY track)George Kerscher
Evan Hill
OtherOTH-1003Life After Paralysis; Allen Rucker and How Movement Therapy with Flexiciser HelpsAllen Rucker
Amber Hansen
OtherOTH-2011Relation between the Task Role of Assistive Robots and Their Social RoleMaryam Mahani