Disability Studies Courses and Certifications

Hidden Features and Advancements in Hearing Aid Technology

Discover hidden features of modern hearing aids that can overcome challenges in acoustically difficult situations, improving quality of life for those with hearing loss.

• YouTube
• 18 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Association for Computing Machinery (ACM)

Student Design Competition: Assistive Technologies - CHI 2016

Innovative student designs for assistive technologies showcased, including communication tools for the deaf, typing aids for the visually impaired, and solutions for mobility and health challenges.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 13 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics

Building a Career That Combines Your Passions - Pooja Viswanathan at Perimeter Institute

Discover how to merge passions into a fulfilling STEM career. Learn from Pooja Viswanathan's journey in assistive technology, health, and robotics, leading to entrepreneurship and innovation.

• YouTube
• 29 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

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The Unfolding Space Glove: A Wearable for the Visually Impaired

Innovative wearable device translates 3D vision into haptic stimuli, enabling visually impaired individuals to explore their surroundings through vibrations on the back of the hand.

• YouTube
• 39 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Paul G. Allen School

Assistive Autonomy Revisited - Brenna Argall, Northwestern University

Exploring robotics autonomy to enhance human independence for those with motor impairments. Discusses challenges, research, and innovative approaches in assistive technology and rehabilitation robotics.

• YouTube
• 52 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Paul G. Allen School

Accessibility in the Open - Driving Global Disability Equity Through Open Source

Exploring disability-inclusive design's impact on global equity, emphasizing user-centered practices and open source solutions to address accessibility challenges in technology and society.

• YouTube
• 53 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Paul G. Allen School

Computing, Society, and Justice Research Projects - Allen School Colloquium

Explore research on technology's societal impact, including toxic language models, social bias in AI, disability in academia, CS student fulfillment, and machine learning ethics.

• YouTube
• 49 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Are We Asking the Disabled to be Better than the Rest of Us?

Challenging societal perceptions of disability, this talk explores the pressure for perfection placed on disabled individuals and advocates for a more holistic, human-centered perspective.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Key to an Inclusive Society

Jessica Hetzel explores Disability Studies as a crucial approach to creating an inclusive society, highlighting the importance of designing innovations and infrastructure that are accessible to all, not just the majority.

• YouTube
• 15 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Invisible Disability - Challenging Bias to Enable Change

Challenging societal biases on invisible disabilities, Dr. Mukherjee explores how empathy and understanding can unlock human potential, fostering growth and empowerment for marginalized individuals.

• YouTube
• 15 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Common Misconceptions About Disability

Challenging stereotypes about disability, Boloroo advocates for equal opportunities in employment, education, and society, emphasizing the capabilities of physically challenged individuals.

• YouTube
• 25 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

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Hack My Handicap: Building an Affordable Open-Source Assistive Robot

Explore an open-source assistive robot project aimed at improving accessibility for people with disabilities, focusing on affordable and customizable solutions for enhanced independence.

• YouTube
• 29 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Blind Odyssey - Challenging Perceptions of Visual Impairment

Inspiring stories of two visually impaired women who challenge perceptions, advocate for inclusion, and embrace life with resilience, showcasing their remarkable journeys and achievements.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

What If You Couldn't Talk? - Language Deprivation in the Deaf Community

Exploring language deprivation in the Deaf community, Justina Miles advocates for ASL's role in cognitive development and social inclusion, promoting greater acceptance of Deaf culture.

• YouTube
• 18 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

What If You Couldn't Talk? - Language Deprivation and the Importance of ASL

Justina Miles explores language deprivation in the Deaf community, advocating for ASL's role in cognitive development and social inclusion, while promoting greater acceptance of Deaf culture.

• YouTube
• 19 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video