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AT or AI: It's Apples and Oranges

AT or AI: It's Apples and Oranges

Educator
SLP
OT
Admin
Early Ed/Parents: assistive tech
SLP: AAC & assistive tech
OT: AAC & assistive tech

This learning experience will compare assistive technology (AT) and artificial intelligence (AI). We'll peel back the layers to understand the differences between them and how they can grow together to support your students. We will discuss and demonstrate assistive technology tools that are powered by AI, the use of digital assistants, and how you can use AI to cultivate a more inclusive learning environment. By the end of this course, you'll be equipped with the knowledge to start picking the perfect AI and AT tools to help your students flourish!

Presenters

  • Samantha Hagness

    M.S., CCC-SLP

    Samantha Hagness, M.S., CCC-SLP is a member of the Assistive Technology Department for a large school district in Arizona where she supports secondary students and staff. Samantha received bachelor's degrees from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in Communication Disorders and Spanish. She received her master’s degree in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences from the University of Arizona. She holds a graduate certificate in Assistive Technology from Northern Arizona University and completed Portland State University’s bilingual speech-language pathology abroad program. Samantha is an active member of Arizona’s Speech-Language-Hearing Association, where she served as the Community Relations Chair for 5 years. Prior to joining the AT Department, Samantha worked as an SLP in public schools for approximately 10 years. Samantha is a co-owner of Assistive Technology Connection.

  • Becky Woolley

    Becky Woolley is an Assistive Technology Facilitator for a large school district in Arizona. She is an ASHA certified Speech-Language Pathology Assistant and maintains a RESNA Assistive Technology Professional (ATP) certification. Becky is currently a member of the Arizona Speech-Language Hearing Associations AAC committee and has a passion for growing the use of assistive technology. Prior to joining the AT department, Becky worked as an SLPA in public school settings for approximately 10 years. She is married to a devilishly handsome man and is the parent of 3 awesome children. Becky is a co-owner of Assistive Technology Connection.

Learning Objectives

Define assistive technology (AT)
Define artificial intelligence (AI)
Discuss how assistive technology and artificial intelligence work together
List two AI-powered tools to try in your classroom

Agenda

Agenda

3 minutesIntroduction
3 minutesWhat is Assistive Technology (AT?)
5 minutesWhat is Artificial Intelligence (AI)?
15 minutesAI-Powered Tools
15 minutesDigital Assistants
15 minutesHow to Use AI to Support Your Teaching
4 minutesReview/Final Thoughts

Disclosures

Disclosures

Financial Disclosures:Samantha Hagness and Becky Woolley are the owners of Assistive Technology Connection and are receiving financial compensation for their presentation.
Non-Financial Disclosures:Samantha and Becky are members of the ArSHA AAC committee.
Content Disclosures:Samantha and Becky have no additional content information to disclose.

ASHA

ASHA

This course is offered for .1 ASHA CEUs, Intermediate Level, Professional Area

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