Pleased to hear that Read&Write for Chrome and OrbitNote now have Scottish and Gaelic voices - pupils who use Chromebooks can use them to read web sites, Google Docs and PDFs. callscotland.org.uk/?RWScotVoices

A resources for quickly finding out about useful accessibility tools in Microsoft 365 online and Chromebooks:

Some brilliant and inspiring videos from people who use AAC and communication technology #AACAware23 @ACECentre CALL Scotland

This Unesco report says that "Accessible technology and universal design have opened up opportunities for learners with disabilities." Yet the ASL Action Plan hardly mentions it, or digital learning! callscotland.org.uk/?DZ72aiz

Are you a student who uses or has used assessment arrangements in SQA examinations? If so, SQA would like to speak to you about your experiences with assessment arrangements. Find out how you can have your say at callscotland.org.uk/?6QcmBt4 SQA

The SEND terminology doesn't apply in Scotland, but the principles and recommednations do - 'clear and actionable advice' from EEF

Latest addition to the CALL Scotland AT museum - a Dolphin Computer Access Juno synthesiser fitted to early '90s CALL Smart Wheelchairs. Speaks English, Irish and Welsh, apparently.

The Unesco report says that "Accessible technology and universal design have opened up opportunities for learners with disabilities". Pupils with ASN need their own device - I try to say where things are in this blog callscotland.org.uk/blog/where-are…

If you're using @SQA digital papers for prelims and 2024 exams, join us tomorrow 25th January 2024 1 pm to find out more and discuss Digital Assessment Arrangements. CALL Scotland #FreeWebinarWed Book at callscotland.org.uk/training/webin…

ASL & Technology 2024 is just 7 days away! Here's another snapshot of what you can expect in Room 2! Are you supporting Secondary, HE or FE learners? Join Paul at 11.30am to find out how you can support your learners with digital exams. bit.ly/ASL-Tech-24 #ASLTech24

A pleasure to welcome Pam, following the recent publication of the Scottish Parliament ASL inquiry report. Hoping that the report will lead to some actions on inclusive digital learning and assistive technology in the ASL Action Plan. callscotland.org.uk/blog/why-is-di…

Join us next week where we’ll think about what accessible online exams might look like with a new Qualifications Scotland agency.

Our thanks to Pam Duncan-Glancy MSP for asking why inclusive digital learning is not included in the ASL Action Plan and what will be done to ensure it's a key part of her response to the intolerable circumstances that pupils with additional support needs face. parliament.scot/chamber-and-co…

Thank to CALL Scotland and all the presenters for another fantastic ASL Technology Conference! You can buy access to the recordings aslandtechnology.org.uk/register/

Congratulations to Rober Dakin from SMILE Smart Tech👩‍🦼🧑‍🦼👨‍🦼 who has been honoured with an MBE for services to assistive technology. Roger and his team licenced our Smart Wheelchair system in the 90s, then redesigned it and created the Drivedeck that Smile sell today.

Congratulations Owen and very best wishes for retirement! You were and still are a pioneer of assistive technology in Scotland and you must have supported thousands of children and teachers throughout your career. all the best

You can now get CereProc by Capacity's Scottish accent and Gaelic voices on iPads for reading web sites, documents, learning resources, digital exams and for communicating with AAC devices. Find out more callscotland.org.uk/blog/you-can-n…

Digital Assessment Arrangements are more independent, consistent and cheaper than readers and scribes. Learn how to implement DAA by attending our new course.

A useful snapshot from Emma showing the variation in 1:1 device provision across Scotland. Pupils with ASN can benefit hugely from personal digital technology: those who don't have a device may be disadvantaged.

Mandatory assistive tech training for all new teachers [in England] from 2025. How about Scotland?tes.com/magazine/news/…