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ASL & Technology Conference 10.6.26

Are you looking for contact-free access solutions? From 11.35- 12.05, join Bob to discover the ToFFEE proximity switches as he explores key features and benefits for users and professionals.

Register via the link bit.ly/ASLTech or QR code.

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A promotional poster for “ASL and Technology 2026” featuring overlapping red, pink and grey circles and the CALL Scotland and University of Edinburgh logos. The main text announces a session titled “Introducing ToFFEE Proximity Switches from Pretorian Technologies,” scheduled for 10:35–12:05 and presented by Bob Sagoo, Pretorian Technologies. At the bottom there is a tagline that reads "Accessible Futures; connecting learning and technology" with a QR code and the hashtag #ASLTech2026. Promotional poster for a presentation at the ASL and Technology 2026 Conference, titled ‘Introducing ToFFEE Proximity Switches from Pretorian Technologies.’ Logos for Pretorian Technologies and CALL Scotland appear at the top. The slide explains that Bob from Pretorian will explore the ToFFEE proximity switches, how they support contact free access, outlining key features, benefits, and practical setup guidance for professionals such as occupational therapists, educators, and assistive technology specialists. Decorative circular shapes in red, pink and grey appear in the background, with the text ‘Accessible Futures: connecting learning and technology’ and the hashtag ‘#ASLTech2026’.
May 15, 2026 at 9:02 AM
callscotland.org.uk
ASL & Technology Conference 10.6.26

From 11.35-12.05, learn about AYOA’s mind mapping tools as James explores strategies to visually support organisation and planning in writing.

Register via the link bit.ly/ASLTech or QR code.

#ASLTechnology26
A promotional poster for “ASL and Technology 2026” featuring overlapping red, pink and grey circles and the CALL Scotland and University of Edinburgh logos. The main text announces a session titled “Mind Mapping with AYOA to Kickstart the Writing Process,” scheduled for 11:35–12:05 and presented by James Wright, AYOA. At the bottom there is a tagline that reads "Accessible Futures; connecting learning and technology" with a QR code and the hashtag #ASLTech2026. Promotional poster for a presentation at the ASL and Technology 2026 Conference, titled ‘Mind Mapping with AYOA to Kickstart the Writing Process.’ Logos for AYOA and CALL Scotland appear at the top. The slide explains how AYOA’s mind mapping tools can support young people with Additional Support Needs to overcome barriers to writing through visual organisation, idea generation, planning, and confidence building. Decorative circular shapes in red, pink and grey appear in the background, with the text ‘Accessible Futures: connecting learning and technology’ and the hashtag ‘#ASLTech2026’.
May 13, 2026 at 9:00 AM
callscotland.org.uk
ASL & Technology Conference 10.6.26

Join Marion at 10.25 to explore the importance of literacy skills for learners who rely on AAC. Discover practical strategies and hear real-life examples of student success.

Register via the link bit.ly/ASLTech
or QR code.

#ASLTechnology26
A promotional poster for “ASL and Technology 2026” featuring overlapping red, pink and grey circles and the CALL Scotland and University of Edinburgh logos. The main text announces a session titled “Access to Literacy and the Curriculum for Students who have Complex Access Needs and/or rely on AAC,” scheduled for 10:25–10:55 and presented by Marion Stanton, CandLE. At the bottom there is a tagline that reads "Accessible Futures; connecting learning and technology" with a QR code and the hashtag #ASLTech2026. Poster promotes a presentation at the ASL and Technology 2026 Conference, titled ‘Access to Literacy and the Curriculum for Students who have Complex Access Needs and/or rely on AAC.’ Logos for CandLE and CALL Scotland appear at the top. Slide explains that synthetic phonics alone is not effective for many learners with complex communication needs and promotes flexible, language rich, concept led literacy instruction. Highlights importance of supporting AAC users with text based output, reducing reliance on pre loaded vocabularies. Decorative circular shapes in red, pink and grey feature, with the text ‘Accessible Futures: connecting learning and technology’ and hashtag ‘#ASLTech2026’.
May 8, 2026 at 2:03 PM
callscotland.org.uk
ASL & Technology Conference 10.6.26

Join Paddy and Danielle between 10.25 -10.55 to find out how Read & Write can support learners with diverse needs from early primary through to secondary school.

#ASLTechnology26
A promotional poster for “ASL and Technology 2026” featuring overlapping red, pink and grey circles and the CALL Scotland and University of Edinburgh logos. The main text announces a session titled “From early learners to exam success: one toolbar, every learner supported,” scheduled for 10:25–10:55 and presented by Paddy McGrath and Danielle McKernana, Everway. At the bottom there is a tagline that reads "Accessible Futures; connecting learning and technology" with a QR code and the hashtag #ASLTech2026. Promotional poster for a presentation at the ASL and Technology 2026 Conference, titled ‘From early learners to exam success: one toolbar, every learner supported.’ Logos for Everway and CALL Scotland appear at the top. The slide describes how Read&Write supports learners with diverse needs, including dyslexia, literacy challenges and English as an additional language, from early primary through secondary education and assessments, using a consistent toolbar to support reading, writing and understanding. Decorative circular shapes in red, pink and grey appear in the background, with the text ‘Accessible Futures: connecting learning and technology’ and the hashtag ‘#ASLTech2026’.
May 7, 2026 at 2:03 PM
callscotland.org.uk
Booking for our ASL & Technology Conference 2026 is live!

Keep an eye on our feed over the next few weeks for exclusive reveals and program updates.

Find out more and book your place at the link bit.ly/ASLTech
or via the QR code.

#ASLTechnology26
An image promoting the ASL & Technology conference hosted by The University of Edinburgh. At the top, the text "ASL & Technology conference" is displayed alongside the conference and University of Edinburgh logos. The centre features a large banner reading "WEDNESDAY 10TH JUNE 2026." Below this is a simplified calendar graphic for June 2026, with the number 10 circled in red. To the right of the calendar is a large QR code leading to the conference website. The background is white with decorative light grey and red curved waves in the corners.
May 1, 2026 at 3:27 PM