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Welcome to FDLRS TECH Region 4 Training Center and Assistive Technology Preview Lab

FDLRS TECH Region 4 offers a variety of training opportunities to FDLRS Center Technology Specialists, Local Assistive Technology Specialists, Teachers, Parents and Community Partners. Training is offered in the areas of Assistive Technology, Instructional Technology and Universal Design for Learning

The FDLRS Region 4 Technology Center offers a variety of services to professionals in the13 districts served in region 4. Some of the services provided by the center are: • Information on available resources • Hands-on use of state-of-the-art assistive technology and augmentative communication devices and systems • Announcements of Assistive Technology (AT), Instructional Technology (IT), Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and Accessible Instructional Materials (AIM) workshops in region 4 • Current and emerging information concerning Assistive Technology •Collaborative activities with FDLRS Associate Centers and Specialized Centers

The FDLRS Regional Demonstration/Preview Lab houses an array of assistive technology equipment including:

• Computer Access Devices

• Augmentative and Alternative Communication Devices

• Environmental Controls

• Sensory Aids (Vision, Hearing or Tactile)

• Aids for Daily Living

• Aids for Leisure and Recreation

The Lab is located at the Manhattan Center in Tampa. The Regional Center supports satellite labs in Hernando, Sarasota and Highlands Counties.

The FDLRS Technology Region 4 Demonstration Lab is open to all professionals for device preview. It provides an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience with assistive technology which can be used in educational, home and community environments. The FDLRS Region 4 Demonstration Lab is scheduled by appointment. Arrangements can be made with the Regional Technology Specialist to explore the demonstration lab.

FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT SERVICES OFFERED BY FDLRS TECH REGION 4 CONTACT: Lenore Remley, M.Ed.,SLP,ATP FDLRS Regional Technology Services Manhattan Center 4210 W. Bay Villa Avenue Tampa, Florida 33611 Phone: 813-837-7876 Fax: 813-837-7801