Polypad by Amplify: A Free Math Manipulative App
Polypad by Amplify is a free virtual space where students can explore mathematical concepts using interactive manipulatives, models, and tools.
A Decade of Impact: Neil Squire’s Makers Making Change Program Celebrates 10 Years
Ten years ago, non-profit organization and Canadian leader in assistive technology, Neil Squire Society launched their Makers Making Change program which brings together community based makers and volunteers to create affordable, open‑source assistive technologies for people with disabilities.
MMC10: A Look Back at a Decade of Impact
Over the past 10 years, Makers Making Change has hosted over 1,800 build events, engaged 45,000 volunteers, and delivered over 30,000 devices to people with disabilities around the world. Our open-source assistive device library has over 200 designs for assistive technologies that anyone can make and customize, while our platform ensures that people with disabilities who need assistive technology connect with volunteer makers who can build them.
New Hearing Aids Help John in the Job Search
John (name changed to protect privacy) recently completed a skills training course for newcomers to Canada through WorkBC, and he is looking for work. He is also taking English courses. He has hearing loss.
SimpleMind: A Free(ish) Mind Mapping App
For many students, organizing information can be just as challenging as learning it. Between lecture notes, assignment deadlines, brainstorming sessions, and studying for exams, it is easy to become overwhelmed by scattered ideas and disconnected information. That is where the SimpleMind app can be especially useful. Designed as a mind mapping and visual organization tool, SimpleMind helps users turn thoughts into structured, easy-to-follow visual diagrams.