Why Assistive Tech Is So Expensive – Talk by @at_makers
Bill Binko of AT Makers shared his recent talked with YappGuru about Assistive Tech, why the funding is broken and how makers can contribute their skills and knowledge to help people in need.
Bill Binko shares his journey from LessonPix to AAC symbols, to building an organization dedicated to connecting people in the “Maker space”. Excellent insight to the cost of technology and how we can reach out to our close colleagues and help create fantastic, low cost supports for individuals.
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Have an amazing project to share? The Electronics Show and Tell with Google Hangouts On-Air is every Wednesday at 7:30pm ET! To join, head over to YouTube and check out the show’s live chat – we’ll post the link there.
