Beyond Access

Technologies for Academic Skill Enrichment (TASE)

What is the TASE Program?

• TASE is designed to help you learn ways to study smartly and effectively at the University of Connecticut using low cost/no-cost assistive and learning technologies.
• TASE is customized to individual needs and will introduce and train you on a variety of new and evidence-based learning technologies to help you to read, write, problem-solve, manage time, and take tests using technology-based tools and strategies for college-level work.
• There are 3 levels to TASE. You can choose any level to participate. You do NOT have to participate in all 3 levels to be in TASE. If interested in TASE, we recommend you consider at least Level 2 and Level 3.
  • Level 1: Learning Technologies Needs Assessment
    Find out your current level of knowledge, skills, and disposition towards college level learning technologies, and discover what more you need to learn to get the most out of your college experience. Learning Technologies Needs Assessment will help you learn about technologies that can build your strengths while support your areas of challenge.
    
    Fee for service: $500
  • Level 2: Customize your computer
    Get your laptop/desktop customized with recommended software for increased access and effective learning. Our trained strategy instructors and the University’s instructional technology staff (Husky Net) will work with you to make recommendations for software purchase and then install and customize your computer with shortcuts and screen configuration for using these technologies.
    
    Fee for service: $250
  • Level 3: Study Smart with Learning Technologies
    Study Smart with Learning Technologies will teach you study skills and strategies for the digital age. You will get to work one-on-one with a trained strategy instructor to develop an individualized plan of study with learning technologies. Learn ways to read, take notes, memorize, organize a paper, deliver a presentation, problem solve and manage time with technologies that you can use any place, any time, and on your own.
    
    Group sessions are also available on a broad range of topics and technologies.
    
    Fee for service: $1,200

How can I apply?

• Any admitted student to the University of Connecticut is encouraged to apply.
• An online Inquiry Form is available at the Center for Students with Disabilities website at www.csd.uconn.edu
• Upon receipt of the Inquiry Form, you will be contacted by a CSD representative to respond to any questions you may have and process your Participation Agreement.
• Due to the individualized nature of this program, space is limited. Students are encouraged to apply early.

Goals of the FAST Program

The primary goal of the TASE program is to provide you with the knowledge, skills, and expertise needed to function effectively in a technology-based college environment. Additionally, you will learn of the benefits of new and innovative assistive technologies for access and accommodations.

By participating in the TASE program, you will discover and learn about:

• a wide range of low cost/no-cost assistive and learning technologies to support your academic needs in college;
• ways to use built-in features within commonly bundled computer software (such as Microsoft Word) to help you read, write, summarize, prepare for tests or an oral presentation and more;
• skills needed to participate effectively in online and blended courses;
• strategies for reading , accessing, and critically reviewing information on the Internet,
• being tech savvy for college readiness and the world of work; and
• gain self-confidence as an independent learner.

Please fill out the Beyond Access Inquiry form for more information.