Accessible STEM: One Student’s Perspective
Ellashae is a senior at a public high school in the Atlanta suburbs. A self-described theater kid, she loves Latin, finds chemistry fascinating, recently got a new guide dog, and aspires to act in films.
Special Olympics Unified Champion Schools Empower Next Generation of Young Leaders to Create Inclusive Communities
For International Day of Persons with Disabilities on December 3, 2022, we invited guest contributor Andrea Cahn to share a perspective. This is her blog post: Since 1992, the official observance of International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD) occurs on December 3 and promotes the full participation of people with disabilities in all aspects of […]
Interview with Marcus Green, Bookshare Outreach Coordinator for Atlanta, Georgia
Benetech is pleased to introduce Marcus Green, Benetech’s Outreach Coordinator based in Atlanta. Marcus is a technology educator in Dekalb County and an Instructional Designer (Digital Learning Innovations (DLI) at Kennesaw State University. We are thrilled to have him as part of the Benetech and Bookshare team. Please read below to learn more about Marcus […]
From Video Gamer to Scholar: How Amaan Leverages Digital Literacy and Bookshare to Accelerate His Education
Digital literacy skills, assistive technology, and Bookshare ebooks are Amaan’s ticket to education, independence, and a future full of possibilities within reach.
Are We There Yet?
Kathie Schneider, PhD, retired clinical psychologist and Benetech Board member, reflects on the successes and shortfalls of accessibility as the ADA turns 32