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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link=blue vlink=purple><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:#1F497D'>Sorry. The date is a misprint. It’s June 14<sup>th</sup> and 15<sup>th</sup>.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:#1F497D'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><div><div style='border:none;border-top:solid #B5C4DF 1.0pt;padding:3.0pt 0in 0in 0in'><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:#1F497D'>Todd<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma","sans-serif"'>From:</span></b><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma","sans-serif"'> Nfbktad [mailto:nfbktad-bounces@nfbnet.org] <b>On Behalf Of </b>Todd E. Stephens via Nfbktad<br><b>Sent:</b> Friday, May 27, 2016 11:39 AM<br><b>To:</b> 'NFB of Kentucky, Technology Assistance Division'<br><b>Cc:</b> Todd E. Stephens<br><b>Subject:</b> [Nfbktad] FW: KATS Network 13th Annual Institute in Assistive Technology, Emerging and Developing Assistive Technologies<o:p></o:p></span></p></div></div><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:#1F497D'>Greetings,<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:#1F497D'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:#1F497D'>FYI!<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:#1F497D'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:#1F497D'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><div><div style='border:none;border-top:solid #B5C4DF 1.0pt;padding:3.0pt 0in 0in 0in'><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:#1F497D'>Todd<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma","sans-serif"'>From:</span></b><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma","sans-serif"'> Brown, James A (OVR-LV) [<a href="mailto:JamesA.Brown@ky.gov">mailto:JamesA.Brown@ky.gov</a>] <br><b>Sent:</b> Friday, May 27, 2016 8:21 AM<br><b>Subject:</b> KATS Network 13th Annual Institute in Assistive Technology <o:p></o:p></span></p></div></div><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>All,<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>With this year’s Institute in Assistive Technology conference (June 13<sup>th</sup> and 14<sup>th</sup>) is quickly approaching us, I wanted to make you aware of some new technologies that we plan to have on hand for our session on emerging and developing assistive technologies. These products will also be available in the exhibit room for further demonstration and exploration. While there will be many products covered in the session, we are planning to have the following items available for hands on demonstration:<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Double 2 Telepresence Robot<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The lack of direct engagement between homebound students and teachers is one of the most reported problems in K-12 distance-education. Many parents and administrators agree that the mandated 5-10 hours of homebound instruction a district provides just isn’t enough.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Because having a face-to-face interaction is crucial to giving students rich learning experiences, schools like Sebasticook Middle School are providing their homebound students with a Double. Using this iPad telepresence robot can make class participation more inclusive for the homebound student while increasing participation in the classroom with their peers.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>To Learn More: <a href="http://www.doublerobotics.com/">http://www.doublerobotics.com/</a> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Case Studies - Sebasticook Middle School - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aln1V0rtCkE">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aln1V0rtCkE</a> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>University of Utah - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5_iYM1nD9u8">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5_iYM1nD9u8</a> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Test drive Double online: Using your Chrome web browser, visit: <a href="https://beta.doublerobotics.com/?public_key=demoroom#public">https://beta.doublerobotics.com/?public_key=demoroom#public</a> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Basic Controls:<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Navigation: Keyboard arrows (Up, Down, Left, Right) Or W,S,A,D<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Power Drive: Hold down Shift when driving to enable 80% faster speed. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Height Controls: R = Raise, F= Lower<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Park: P - makes Double stationary in its current position<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>End Call: Esc<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Mute Driver Side Volume: M<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Mute Robot Side Volume: N<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Capture Photo: C<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>REST by Gait<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>REST™ is a seat designed to replicate the slow walking gait of a horse. Academic and real-life case studies demonstrate the benefits of horseback riding in promoting relaxation, tranquility and calmness. REST can provide relief from anxiety and stress for those affected by any number of physical and mental disabilities, including: Autism Spectrum Disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorders, Post-Traumatic<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Stress Disorders, etc. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>To Learn More: <a href="http://www.restbygait.com/">http://www.restbygait.com/</a> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Demonstration video: <a href="https://vimeo.com/145166223">https://vimeo.com/145166223</a> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>RING Video Intercom Doorbell<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The Ring Video Doorbell lets you answer the door from anywhere there is internet connection using your smartphone. It uses a HD camera with night vision. Motion-triggered alerts sent via the free Ring app (iOS and Android) notify you of arriving guests and deliveries. Cloud Recording enables you to view footage you were unable to see in real time. A built-in rechargeable battery lets you install the doorbell anywhere, or connect it to existing doorbell wiring. Product is also available with an optional chime bell that plugs into a powerpoint.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>To Learn More: <a href="https://ring.com/">https://ring.com/</a> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>For more information about the conference, to register and for a schedule of sessions, visit: <a href="http://www.katsnet.org/atconference/">http://www.katsnet.org/atconference/</a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Thank you,<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Jimmy Brown<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Program Coordinator<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>KATS Network<o:p></o:p></p></div></body></html>