AEMing for Success – Baton Rouge, LA

Welcome to AEMing for Success! Join us on March 17th & 18th 2025 at Crowne Plaza for an amazing learning and networking opportunity. This event is your opportunity to dive deep into the world of assistive technology. This professional development event is anchored in evidence based learning strategies, focusing on enabling student access to grade level content by implementing Accessible Educational Materials, Universal Design for Learning, and utilizing the accessibility features of technology. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting out, there’s something for everyone.

Don’t miss out on this chance to connect with industry experts and fellow enthusiasts.

See you there!

Pre Conference Day One

Monday, March 17, 2024

Cost: $50

Registration

12:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Session 1

1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

AAC in Inclusion?

How do I do it?

Description: The presentation will provide general strategies for including AAC systems and strategies across all grades and general education classes. Use of UDL principles will used to overcome obstacles and barriers. Emphasis will be placed on procedures for including AAC and other visual supports into community based classroom during their vocational instruction. A make and take activity will be conducted to help generalize strategies in the presentation.

Nuts & Bolts of Eyegaze

Description: Eyegaze technology holds immense potential to empower students with disabilities by providing a powerful avenue for accessing educational tasks and communication devices. However, its implementation can be more complex than anticipated. This two-hour session will delve into the practical aspects of eyegaze technology, exploring a range of functional tools and software specifically designed for eyegaze users. Participants will learn effective strategies for optimizing eyegaze performance and minimizing challenges, as well as gain insights from real-world experiences and best practices in educational settings.

Session 2

3:15 PM – 5:15 PM

CVI Adapted Learning Materials & Routines

Description: This presentation will explore the development and implementation of adapted learning materials and routines designed specifically for children with Cortical/Ceberal Visual Impairment (CVI). Attendees will gain insights into effective strategies for creating accessible educational resources.

Accessing Makey Makey Magic

Description: This make n take session will introduce participants to the innovative use of Makey Makey, a simple invention kit, to create accessible e-book experiences for individuals with physical and cognitive disabilities. By transforming everyday objects into interactive tools, we’ll explore how to customize reading experiences to suit diverse needs and abilities. For more info about Makey Makey go HERE!

AT Contact Meeting

5:15 PM – 6:00 PM

Social

6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Networking/Cards Against AT/Dancing & Karaoke

Finger foods

Cash Bar

Accommodation Request

All accomodation request must be made prior to Febuary 24, 2025.

Conference Day Two

Tuesday, March 18, 2024

Cost: $100

Breakfast & Registration___________7:00 AM – 8:00 AM

Opening Welcome_________________8:00 AM – 8:20 AM

Session 1___________________________8:30 AM – 9:30 AM

Vendor Break______________________9:30 AM – 10:00 AM

Session 2__________________________10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Lunch & Keynote Speaker_________11:00 AM – 12:30 PM

Session 3__________________________12:45 PM – 1:45 PM

Vendor Break & Snacks____________1:45 PM – 2:25 PM

Session 4__________________________2:25 PM – 3:25 PM

Closing and Giveaways____________3:25 PM – 3:45 PM

*For Session Discriptions go to the Conference Site

Hotel Information

Crowne Plaza, Baton Rouge

4728 Constitution Ave

Baton Rouge, LA 70808

For rooms at the conference rate $108 + fees, please call 225-952-2244, using the group code AEM.

To reserve online use this link LA-AEM Conference

Deadline for reserving rooms February15, 2025