Beyond the Code: Fostering Literacy, Social Skills, and Independence for Students Who Are Visually Impaired with KaiBot Robotics - 36797

Robotics can be far more than a coding activity. When designed with accessibility in mind, robotics becomes a powerful instructional tool for students who are blind, visually impaired, or deafblind. This session explores how KaiBots can support learning well beyond basic programming by providing tactile, multisensory experiences that reinforce literacy, social interaction, orientation, and mobility (O&M), and STEM concepts. This session is designed for educators and service providers working with students who are blind, visually impaired, or deafblind. It highlights how accessible robotics can promote confidence, problem-solving, teamwork, and real-world learning experiences that extend far beyond coding.

Schedule & Location
10/23/2026 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
ESC Region 11
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Audiences
Teacher - Special Education, Braille Transcribers
Objectives
Through classroom strategies, activity examples, and implementation ideas, participants will examine how KaiBots can be used to strengthen braille readiness, build communication and collaboration skills, and create meaningful opportunities for students to practice independence within the Expanded Core Curriculum.
Session 64747
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Seats Left 30
T-TESS 2.4,1.3,2.2,4.3

Registration Deadline 10/23/2026
Credit Type Professional Development
Duration 06:00
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Presenter
Ben Davisson ESC Region 11


Ben Davisson

For assistance contact:

Ben Davisson
Specialist, Statewide Visually Impaired & Deafblind, Special Programs
BDavisson@esc11.net
(817) 740-7637

Daisy Sheardown

For assistance contact:

Daisy Sheardown
Special Education Technician
dsheardown@esc11.net
(817) 740-3606