Date/Location:

May 8, 2026, Macon, GA

Description:

You are invited to join APH, Tools for Life, and the Georgia Department of Education for a hands-on workshop featuring the Monarch. The Monarch is a multi-line braille tablet that supports instruction, access to information, and content creation. During this session, participants will work directly with tactile graphics, literary materials, math content, and instructional resources to better understand how the Monarch can support learning and productivity in both the classroom and the workplace.

Speakers:

Michael Dennis

Jim Sullivan

Learning Outcomes:

Understand the basic functions and purpose of the Monarch and its built-in applications

Explore at least three effective classroom uses of the Monarch to support student learning

Confidently use five core Monarch features, including navigation, language profiles, settings, and contextual help

Recognize at least three helpful app pairings to the Monarch (e.g., KeyWord + File Management) that improve workflow for teachers and students

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CEUs This activity is offered for up to 0.6 CEUs (5.5 hours of instruction). To register for CEUs:  

Download and complete the following forms.

Save the files names: 260508_TOOLS_Lastname_Firstname

Send both files to ceus@aacinstitute.org

Upon completion of the two forms and passing the quiz, a CEU certificate will be sent

Note: If any difficulty is encountered in using this form, write to ceus@aacinstitute.org to request an alternative file format.