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We had a great time attending CALL Scotland's ASL & Technology Conference in #Edinburgh with Collins this week. Lovely to meet teachers, parents and other exhibitors and talk all things accessibility.
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June 13, 2025 at 8:53 AM
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Love this - each year S1 pupils are asked to set up their iPads. They change accessibility settings to suit them best. It is made clear that all iPads will likely look different.
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June 11, 2025 at 12:52 PM
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Wow what a start to our #ASLTechnology25 day here at Moray House, Edinburgh. Music from Limelight Music, @SMART_Tech Kris Astle, Keynote and a real buzz in the exhibition! You can still register to receive recordings of all sessions. www.aslandtechnology.org.uk
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June 11, 2025 at 10:33 AM
callscotland.org.uk
It's a glorious day for a conference in Edinburgh! ☀️

Today we're thrilled to be welcoming delegates in-person and online to ASL & Technology 2025.

Kris Astle from SMART Technologies will be kicking things off at 9am with her keynote presentation.

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Photograph of the view from the tops of the stairs in Patersons Land at the University of Edinburgh. A banner with the text 'CALL Scotland University of Edinburgh' is in the foreground with a tall arched window with paned glass in the background. The view through the window shows Moray House library surrounded by trees and bright blue sky in the sunshine.
June 11, 2025 at 7:22 AM
callscotland.org.uk
Final call! 📢

There is still time to join us tomorrow for our ASL & Technology Conference 2025; in person if you are close to Edinburgh, live online throughout the day or catch up on demand afterwards.

Register via the link or QR code below.

bit.ly/asl-tech25

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June 10, 2025 at 6:30 PM
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Last chance to book tickets for our annual ASL & Technology Conference! Tomorrow, 11th June.

Just £10 for 18 presentations and the chance to win prizes!

Attend in person, live online or register to receive the recordings!

Book now at: bit.ly/asl-tech25

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June 10, 2025 at 8:24 AM
callscotland.org.uk
Have you booked your place for our ASL & Technology Conference 2025?

Wednesday 11th June 2025

Join us in-person, live online or watch the recordings.

bit.ly/asl-tech25
ASL & Technology conference promotional graphic. Text reads: '11th June 2025, 9am - 3pm. University of Edinburgh, Moray House, Paterson's Land, EH8 8AQ. £10 for a full day of CLPL, including hands-on experiences and lunch if attending in person. Poster with black text . Find the whole day programme here and register to attend in person, online via our live streams or to receive the recordings afterwards. bit.ly/asl-tech25 QR code for scanning ASL & Technology conference promotional graphic. Text asks, 'Who will be presenting and exhibiting on the day?' Logos of participating companies are displayed: Playable Technology, Crick Software, Cosmo, Liberator, Smartbox, Tobii Dynavox, Sensory Guru, and CareScribe. Below Text reads, 'Who else will be presenting:- Some primary and secondary practitioners and you will hear from some learners as well!' Logos for Dyscalculia Network and Voiceitt are displayed. Hashtag #ASLTechnology25 at the bottom ASL & Technology conference promotional graphic. Text asks 'Who else will be exhibiting? Logos for Promethean, Kaligo Library, IDL, Kami, Pretorian Technologies, ReadingWise, Dyslexia Scotland, Everyway, Limelight Music, JabblaUK, Sight and Sound Technology, SMART. Hashtag ASLTechnology25 at the bottom.
June 6, 2025 at 3:01 PM
callscotland.org.uk
Who's joining us next week?

We're really looking forward to welcoming people back to the University of Edinburgh for the 26th ASL & Technology conference.

It's not too late to get a ticket - come along in-person or take part online.
bit.ly/asl-tech25
ASL & Technology conference promotional graphic. Text reads: '11th June 2025, 9am - 3pm. University of Edinburgh, Moray House, Paterson's Land, EH8 8AQ. £10 for a full day of CLPL, including hands-on experiences and lunch if attending in person. ASL & Technology conference promotional graphic, Text reads: Find the whole day programme here and register to attend in person, online via our live streams or to receive the recordings afterwards. bit.ly/asl-tech25 QR code for scanning ASL & Technology conference promotional graphic. Text asks, 'Who will be presenting and exhibiting on the day?' Logos of participating companies are displayed: Playable Technology, Crick Software, Cosmo, Tobii Dynavox, Sensory Guru, and CareScribe. 'Who else will be presenting :- Some primary and secondary practitioners and you will hear from some learners as well!' Logos for Dyscalculia Network and Voiceitt are displayed. Hashtag #ASLTechnology25 at the bottom. ASL & Technology conference promotional graphic. Text asks 'Who else will be exhibiting? Logos for Promethan, kaligo Library, IDL, Kami, Pretorian Technologies, ReadingWise, Dyslexia Scotland, Everyway, Limelight Music, JabblaUK, Sight and Sound Technology, SMART. Hashtag ASLTechnology25 at the bottom.
June 5, 2025 at 6:00 PM
callscotland.org.uk
ASL & Technology Conference 11.6.25
At 2.15 discover how to build music with LEGO® bricks with the BeatBlocks app. Join Dr Benjaman Schogler as he gives live demos of BeatBlocks and Braille Blocks, a project using Braille LEGO® bricks to support Braille literacy and music education
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White poster with black text and grey and burnt orange circles in background. Text reads ASL & Technology Conference part of CALL Scotland. Building beats, read braille and make music with LEGO® bricks 2.15-2.55pm with Dr Benjaman Schogler, Playable Technology #ASLTechnology25 QR code for scanning
June 3, 2025 at 10:50 AM
callscotland.org.uk
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Join Sarah at 1.30pm as she shares demos and examples from her daily practice of how built-in Microsoft digital tools enhance accessibility, support learners with assessment arrangements and reduce stigma around accessible tech in the classroom.
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White poster with black text and grey and burnt orange circles in background. Text reads ASL & Technology Conference part of CALL Scotland. Accessible learning using inbuilt Windows tools to benefit all learners 1.30-2.10pm with Sarah Clark, Queen Anne High School, Dunfermline #ASLTechnology25 QR code for scanning
June 2, 2025 at 8:17 AM
callscotland.org.uk
ASL & Technology Conference 11.6.25

Join Rob at 2.15pm to explore the definition, indicators, and classroom presentation of Dyscalculia as well as useful strategies to support learners.
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White poster with black text and grey and burnt orange circles in background. Text reads ASL & Technology Conference part of CALL Scotland. Dyscalculia and Maths Difficulties - How can we support learners in our classrooms? 2.15-2.55pm with Rob Jennings, Dyscalculia Network #ASLTechnology25 QR code for scanning
May 30, 2025 at 8:41 PM
callscotland.org.uk
ASL & Technology Conference 11.6.25

At 2.15 you can hear from Graeme and Kerry from @thinksmartbox.bsky.social as they share what successful AAC integration can look and feel like in your classroom.

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White poster with black text and grey and burnt orange circles in background. Text reads ASL & Technology Conference part of CALL Scotland. Putting communication at the heart of learning 2.15-2.55pm with Graeme Innes and Kerry Vacara, Smartbox #ASLTechnology25 QR code for scanning
May 30, 2025 at 9:01 AM
callscotland.org.uk
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Join Laura at 12.20 to delve into Lumio’s accessibility features and find out how educators can implement Lumio to create inclusive learning environments and support diverse learning needs.
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White poster with black text and grey and burnt orange circles in background. Text reads ASL & Technology Conference part of CALL Scotland. Why Lumio? What accessibility features does Lumio offer for our learners? 12.20-1.00pm with Laura Peden, Pitteuchar East Primary School#ASLTechnology25 QR code for scanning
May 30, 2025 at 8:00 AM
callscotland.org.uk
ASL & Technology Conference 11.6.25

Find out how Midlothian pupils and staff are making learning accessible with Chromebook tools in a hands-on session between 1.30 and 2.10pm.
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White poster with black text and grey and burnt orange circles in background. Text reads ASL & Technology Conference part of CALL Scotland. Get Accessible with Chromebooks 1.30-2.10pm with Midlothian pupils, Sarah Brown and Claire Gately, Midlothian Council #ASLTechnolgy25 QR code for scanning
May 30, 2025 at 7:00 AM
callscotland.org.uk
ASL & Technology Conference 11.6.25

Do you make the most of iPad technology available to you in your secondary classroom? Join Tracy at 1.30 to find how her setting has focused on pedagogy alongside technology.

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White poster with black text and grey and burnt orange circles in background. Text reads ASL & Technology Conference part of CALL Scotland. Falkirk High School – Our accessible journey 1.30-2.10pm with Tracy Mutter, Falkirk High School #ASLTechnology25 QR code for scanning
May 29, 2025 at 8:01 AM
callscotland.org.uk
ASL & Technology Conference 11.6.25

Join Midlothian pupils at 12.20 to hear their views on what makes learning accessible and their vision for the future of accessible learning.

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White poster with black text and grey and burnt orange circles in background. Text reads ASL & Technology Conference part of CALL Scotland. Whose Device Is It Anyway? Accessible Technology for All Learners 12.20-1.00pm with Midlothian pupils and Susan Ward, QIO Digital Inclusion and Learning #ASLTechnolgy25 QR code for scanning
May 29, 2025 at 6:30 AM
callscotland.org.uk
ASL & Technology Conference 11.6.25

Join Linsey at 12.20 to find out how she has successfully integrated iPads and AT tools into her Primary classroom.

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White poster with black text and grey and burnt orange circles in background. Text reads ASL & Technology Conference part of CALL Scotland. Transforming learning with technology: supporting diverse learners through iPads and accessible tools 12.20-1.00pm with Linsey Miller, Sacred Heart Primary, Grangemouth #ASLTechnology25 QR code for scanning
May 28, 2025 at 5:04 PM
callscotland.org.uk
ASL & Technology Conference 11.6.25

Harchie, an opinionated and passionate young man, uses AAC and AT to make his way in life.

Join Bob between 11.35-12.15pm as he delivers an insightful presentation, on his son’s behalf.

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White poster with black text and grey and burnt orange circles in background. Text reads ASL & Technology Conference part of CALL Scotland. "Just because I can't talk, doesn't mean I don't understand" by Harchie Sagoo 11.35-12.15pm with Bob Sagoo #ASLTechnology25 QR code for scanning
May 28, 2025 at 3:31 PM
callscotland.org.uk
ASL & Technology Conference 11.6.25

Join Adam between 11.35-12.15pm to find out how CareScribe’s assistive technology products, Caption.Ed and TalkType, are supporting thousands of people in education and workplaces.
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White poster with black text and grey and burnt orange circles in background. Text reads ASL & Technology Conference part of CALL Scotland. CareScribe: Assistive Technology for Everyone 11.35-12.15pm with Adam Newson, CareScribe #ASLTechnolgy25 QR code for scanning
May 28, 2025 at 1:02 PM
callscotland.org.uk
ASL & Technology Conference 11.6.25

Join Ewa from Cosmo Filisia at 10.50 to explore how gamification and technology can enhance engagement, individual learning outcomes and transferable life skills.
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White poster with black text and grey and burnt orange circles in background. Text reads ASL & Technology Conference part of CALL Scotland. Learning Without Limits: Key Strategies for Technology-Driven Student Engagement 10.50-11.30am with Ewa Bukowska, Cosmo by Filisia #ASLTechnology25 QR code for scanning
May 28, 2025 at 11:01 AM
callscotland.org.uk
ASL & Technology Conference 11.6.25

From 10.50-11.30, discover how Clicker and DocsPlus provide effective writing support across all stages of education, empowering learners from Early Years through to Highers.
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White poster with black text and grey and burnt orange circles in background. Text reads ASL & Technology Conference part of CALL Scotland. Empowering struggling writers across the curriculum – from Early Years to Highers 10.50-11.30am with Francesca Salusbury, Crick Software #ASLTechnology25 QR code for scanning
May 28, 2025 at 9:30 AM
callscotland.org.uk
ASL & Technology Conference 11.6.25

From 9.50-10.30 Lee and Nadine will demonstrate how the inclusive learning system, Magic Room, can enhance tools you already have while providing transferable ideas to support inclusive teaching and sensory-rich lessons across various settings.
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White poster with black text and grey and burnt orange circles in background. Text reads ASL & Technology Conference part of CALL Scotland. Integrated Learning: Immersive, Sensory & Assistive Communication Technology 9.50-10.30am with Lee Blemmings and Nadine Farris, Sensory Guru. #ASLTechnology25 QR code for scanning
May 28, 2025 at 8:01 AM
callscotland.org.uk
ASL & Technology Conference 11.6.25

Join Beth and Kirsteen between 9.50-10.30 for an inspiring workshop featuring a young dyslexic learner as they share their transformative journey in using technology in education and daily life, including challenges faced and triumphs achieved.
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White poster with black text and grey and burnt orange circles in background. Text reads ASL & Technology Conference part of CALL Scotland. Embracing Technology in Education 9.50-10.30am with Beth Davidson and Kirsteen Steven #ASLTechnology25 QR code for scanning
May 28, 2025 at 6:30 AM
callscotland.org.uk
ASL & Technology Conference 11.6.25

Do you support learners with indistinct speech? Join Michael between 11.35-12.15pm from Voiceitt to find out if it could be the speech-to-text support they need.
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White poster with black text and grey and burnt orange circles in background. Text reads ASL & Technology Conference part of CALL Scotland. Accessible speech-to-text for people with non-standard speech 11.35-12.15pm with Michael Cash from Voiceitt #ASLTechnolgy25 QR code for scanning
May 27, 2025 at 6:01 PM
callscotland.org.uk
ASL & Technology Conference 11.6.25

From 10.50-11.30 Maria and Debbie from Tobii Dynavox will share how symbols can not only support communication, but how they can also help learners to regulate and to engage in learning.
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White poster with black text and grey and burnt orange circles in background. Text reads ASL & Technology Conference part of CALL Scotland. Supporting communication, behaviour and participation in the classroom through symbol-based resources 10.50-11.30am with Maria Vonica and Debbie Breslin, Tobii Dynavox #ASLTechnolgy25 QR code for scanning
May 27, 2025 at 4:00 PM