A PA Tech Accelerator Webinar
Alternative Access and Switches is part of the Pennsylvania Tech Accelerator webinar series "Tools for Employment, Independence, and Socialization." Recorded September, 2025.
About This Session
Explore how customized technologies are reshaping accessibility for individuals with motor disabilities. This webinar delves into adapted switches and alternative access solutions that enable people to interact with devices, environments, and tools in innovative ways. From customizable input methods to hands-free controls, discover how these advancements are enhancing independence and functionality. Whether you're an educator, caregiver, or advocate, or directly impacted by motor disabilities, this session will provide valuable insights, practical applications, and resources to foster empowerment and inclusivity.
Presenter: Mike Marotta. Mike is a RESNA Certified Assistive Technology Professional and the 2017 ISTE Inclusive Learning Network Outstanding Educator. Mike is a nationally and internationally recognized presenter providing practical training to professionals interested in assistive and inclusive technology and the Director of the Richard West Assistive Technology Advocacy Center. In addition, Mike is an adjunct professor at Ramapo College of New Jersey (NJ) teaching Masters level educators in Assistive Technology and Universal Design for Learning and one of the co-authors of the book Inclusive Learning 365: Edtech Strategies for Every Day of the Year.
Facilitator: Kirk Behnke