This is going to be a weekly series.  I have it taping for every week.

Kathy Jo Pink
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-----Original Message-----
From: Augmentative Communication Online Users Group
[mailto:[log in to unmask]]On Behalf Of Bonnie Sayers
Sent: Monday, September 13, 2004 2:50 PM
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Subject: Freedom Machines/PBS Presentation on Assistive Technology


"Freedom Machines" takes a new look at disability through the lens of
assistive technology. The experiences of a group of unforgettable people let
us re-examine ideas about ability and disability grounded in our culture and
attitudes.

http://www.pbs.org/pov/pov2004/freedommachines/index.html

About the film:

http://www.pbs.org/pov/pov2004/freedommachines/about.html

What is Assistive Technology:

http://www.pbs.org/pov/pov2004/freedommachines/special_whatis.html

The promise of the Web:

http://www.pbs.org/pov/pov2004/freedommachines/special_thepromise.html

Filmmaker interview:

http://www.pbs.org/pov/pov2004/freedommachines/behind_interview.html

There is a spot here to ask a question and check back to see if yours was
selected.

At the top of each of these articles is the pop up link to view the trailer
and also to check your local PBS listings via zipcode to watch.  KCET Los
Angeles, SEP 18th 9 pm.


Talking back discussion board for Assistive Technology:

http://www.pbs.org/pov/pov2004/freedommachines/talking.html


Some great resources they have listed on tracking legislation, and about the
filmmakers, etc.:

http://www.pbs.org/pov/pov2004/freedommachines/resources.html


Bonnie