National AEM Center Impact by the Numbers, October 2019 – March 2021
2021
The 2019–2024 National AEM Center provides technical assistance, coaching, and resources to increase the availability and use of accessible educational materials and technologies for learners with disabilities across the lifespan. The following visualizations display our impact and are updated semiannually. Current data represent 10/1/19–3/31/21.
Looking for our previous report? Visit our Impact by the Numbers, Oct 2019 – Sep 2020.
Reaching All 50 States +
Take advantage of the many ways that we reach out to raise awareness and understanding of the need for accessible materials and technologies.
Experience our technical assistance by joining our AEM Cafe on the first Thursday of any month.
Graphic displaying the AEM Center’s products and services delivered for all 50 states and territories between October 1, 2019 and March 31, 2021: 30 webinars attended by 2,972 attendees; 29 conference presentations attended by 1,358 attendees; 323,924 unique website pageviews; and 162 requests for technical assistance.
Intensive Support for a Cohort of States
We co-develop best practices for achieving statewide success. Our AEM Cohort continues to identify representatives from early childhood education, K-12, higher ed, workforce development, parent organizations, and Assistive Technology (AT) programs. Together, we’re using the AEM Quality Indicators and the AEM Pilot to show how coordinated systems are created and sustained.
Do you live or work in one of these states? Want to get involved? Contact us at aem@cast.org.
The following seven states are receiving intensive support from the AEM Center: Georgia, Missouri, New Hampshire, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Oregon, and West Virginia. As of March 31, 2021, the following total number of agencies are participating in the activities of the cohort: 12 early childhood agencies; 77 K-12 agencies and divisions; 20 higher ed institutions; 18 workforce development agencies; 9 parent organizations; and 9 Assistive Technology Programs and IMCs.
Top Resources
Designing for Accessibility
Learn how to create an accessible experience with the POUR principles.
What is Accessibility?
Learn how the AEM Center defines accessibility.
Coordinating K–12 Systems
Learn about the elements of a robust system for the provision of accessible materials and technologies in K-12 settings.