Events

Use & Knowledge of Assistive Technology (Niagara, Spring 2026, Online)

May 18, 2026 to July 10, 2026

  • Category: AQ, Online
  • Region: Central Ontario, Eastern Ontario, GTA, Northern Ontario, Outside Ontario, Southern Ontario
  • Topic: Technological Education
  • Grades: Intermediate (grades 7-10), JK-SK, Junior (grades 4-6), Primary (grades 1-3), Senior (grades 11-12)

Candidates will explore the theoretical foundations behind the use and knowledge of assistive technology and learn to understand the meaning behind the statement, Good for all, necessary for some. Candidates will learn to how to program, select, implement and evaluate technological tools to support and facilitate the learning of students with and without exceptionalities. They will explore the role of assistive technology in assessment and evaluation and learn how to collaborate with parents, guardians, and other professionals to promote student success. Candidates will use and become familiar with 21st century tools for educators such as social media, and online and digital resources to support their ongoing learning about assistive technology.

  • Organizer: Niagara University
  • Cost: AQ Schedules C and D Courses: $710 ($640 for NU graduates). ABQ Schedule A Courses: $665 ($600 for NU Graduates)
  • Location: Online
  • Website: http://www.niagara.edu/aq
  • Contact: Carmela Vitale
  • Phone: 905.294.7260 ext. 1104