AEM Learning Opportunities

Understanding accessible educational materials (AEM) is imperative for all education professionals in order to implement best practices. The resources below offer learning opportunities both online and face to face, ranging from activities for beginners to advanced users.

Upcoming Learning Opportunities

Events - National Center on AEM

Find out about upcoming events related to AEM provided by the National Center on Accessible Educational Materials.

BEST Grant 2019 - 2024

Discover the new and exciting activities and events that are part of the current BEST Grant, along with the overall goals and objectives of the project.

Online Learning Modules

ATIM - Navigating AIM

Districts face many challenges in determining who needs AIM, how to acquire AIM, and how to provide the materials to the students who need them in a timely manner.

ATIM - Reading 1

Learn about legislation, assessment, and resources for AEM specific to the area of reading.

ATIM - Reading 2

Reading text (print or electronic) impacts everything we do, from reading directions (for tasks, games, assembly or to find a location), reading for enjoyment, reading to gain or learn information.

Videos

Learning opportunities through the videos below are provided by archived OCALI webinars and by the National Center on Accessible Educational Materials (AEM). Learn about the basics of AEM or AEM in specific environments, such as K-12 education, postsecondary education, and the home.

Accessible Instructional Materials (AIM): Simply Said

Acquire knowledge about accessible materials through this video produced by the Pacer Center in collaboration with the National AEM Center.

AIM Tips Part I: Introducing AIM to Students

Discover ways to introduce students to accessible educational materials (AEM) and how to provide effective strategies for planning and practicing.

AIM Tips Part II: Technology and Skills

Recognize the need to involve a student in technology decisions and to use technology across a variety of contexts.

AIM Tips Part III: Self-Advocacy and Post Secondary

Gain knowledge on how to support self-advocacy skills and how evaluate services for post-secondary options.

AIM Tips Part IV: Using AIM at Home

Explore options for the use of accessible educational materials (AEM) in the home.

Creating Accessible Presentations

Engage with all of your audience with accessible presentations.