What if tech felt easier – and you had people to ask?
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Which key do you need most this year?
What if the keys on your keyboard could offer a little guidance for the year ahead? From SPACE and SHIFT to PAUSE and UNDO, these everyday keys are a surprisingly meaningful reminder to make room, try new things, change perspective, let go, and remember that we don’t always have to get it right the first time.
The College AI Divide Is a Problem for Every Student — But It’s a Crisis for Neurodivergent Ones
🎓 The College AI Divide Is a Problem for Every Student — But It's a Crisis for Neurodivergent Ones By Joan Green, MS, CCC-SLP | Innovative Speech Therapy In the same semester that Purdue University made AI proficiency a graduation requirement, professors at other...
Two AI Conversations You Need to Hear (And They’re Both Free)
You know that feeling when you’re listening to a podcast, watching a video, or hearing someone speak, and you find yourself nodding along, thinking, Yes. That’s it. This is fantastic? I had that experience twice recently, and I am egaer to share them with you. I spend...
👋 A February Tech Update from Joan
Below is a copy of an email I sent on 2/1/26 to everyone who subscribes to my list. Greetings! I hope you are doing ok. So many of us are dealing with really difficult weather, on top of other sources of political angst. Hang in there! Please read on to learn about...
☃️ Snowed In? Let’s Talk Tech Tomorrow!
Hi there! Outside my window, the snow looks beautiful at dawn as this massive winter storm keeps many of us inside. Cody and Teddie are now heading out with my husband for their morning outing. They enjoy the snow as long as it doesn't get too deep or too icy! If you...
🎁 Joan’s December Update: 2026 Courses, Free Webinar, and Holiday Bonus
(This is a copy of the IST Newsletter emailed to everyone on my list on 12/5/25) As we close out 2025, I'm excited to share what I've been working on this fall and share information about worthwhile opportunities coming in early 2026 to support you, your students,...
Ready for a Tech Reset? The Holidays Might Be the Perfect Opportunity
As we head into the holiday season, many of us start thinking about gifts, gatherings, and traditions. It’s also a great moment to pause, reset, and take a look at how we’re using everyday technology to stay connected, productive, and engaged. If you’ve been feeling a...
🌿 Life Updates + New Opportunities to Learn Together- October 26, 2025
Did you receive the email below in your inbox? If not, and you'd like to stay in touch, click here to receive my newsletters. I value your privacy and never share your contact info. I hope this email finds you doing OK. These are hard times for many of us who rely on...
💻 Tech for College Success: The Summer Workshop That Changes Everything
College should be a time for growth, independence, and possibility—but for many students, it’s also overwhelming, especially for those with ADHD, executive functioning challenges, dyslexia, dysgraphia, or anxiety. Even the most motivated students can struggle to keep...