Event Details

CE Program/Activity
 AMESVI Spring Conference
Provider
 Massachusetts Commission for the Blind (MCB)
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Location
 Dedham, MA - Holiday Inn Dedham55 Ariadne RoadDedham, MA
Date(s)
 April 8, 2016 - April 8, 2016 - 8:15 AM - 3:30 PM
CE Hours
 4
Contact Information
 Meg RobertsonDirector of Orientation and MobilityMA Commission for the Blindmeg.roberson@state.ma.us617-626-7581
Registration Information
 Please mail or email registration to:Eileen Curran155 Ames StreetSharon, MA 02067EPCurran@comcast.netPayment can be made in 2 ways:online at the AMESVI website or include a check with the mailed registration
Fees
 $55 for AMESVI members and $80 non-members
Description of CE Program/Activity
 Conference includes 8 sessions in the areas of orientation and mobility, instructional strategies, and technology for students with visual impairments and blindness. Each workshop is being presented by experienced teachers/instructors in the field. Massachusetts UEB Implementation Plan, Presenter: Eileen Curran, TVI. Public/Para-Transit, Travel Training: What s O & M got to do with them? Presenter: Meg Robertson, COMS. Print AND Braille: The Why, When and How of it all! Presenter: Terry Maggiore, TVI/COMS. Developing Strategies for CVI Phase III Traveler-Five Profiles and Experiences, Presenter: Michelle Antinarelli, COMS. CCTV s and Beyond, Presenters: Nalida Besson, TVI and ANNE Spitz, TVI Practical application of BlindSquare GPS app. Presenter: Kara Peters, COMS. UEB for the Independent Learner, Presenter: Melissa Pierce, TVI. Reflecting Ability, Not Disability: Accommodations for Vision, Presenter: Janet Ulwick-Sacca, TVI. .In addition, vendors for assistive technology will be displaying the most up-to-date equipment on the market.Conference Brochure and Registration form is attached.