How Technology Levels the Playing Field
by Mark Coppin (excerpt)
[1] One of the driving forces in my life and something that I am very passionate about is accessibility. To me, it means more than accessibility, it is
accessing abilities. It is finding the tools that allow diverse learners the opportunity to access their education, their world, and their dreams. Today's
technologies are opening up a world of possibilities for students with diverse learning needs. Technology is leveling the playing field and providing
students with opportunities that were difficult or impossible to provide only a few years ago. It allows us to look beyond the disability and focus on the
ability. I am honored to be selected as a White House Champion of Change as it will provide me with a broader platform to spread the word on how
providing equal opportunities for all learners can transform lives.
[2] I have been the Director of Assistive Technology at the Anne Carlsen Center for over 25 years. The Anne Carlsen Center is a private non-profit center
located in North Dakota that serves persons of all abilities throughout the state and region. I started out as a teacher at the center, and early on I realized
the power of assistive technologies in providing opportunities for students with special needs. Throughout my professional career, I have looked for
various ways to provide opportunities for people to realize their full potential. I helped host a summer technology camp during which kids from across the
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