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<b>Sent:</b> Wednesday, March 5, 2025 6:03 AM<br>
<b>To:</b> athen-list@u.washington.edu <athen-list@u.washington.edu><br>
<b>Subject:</b> [Athen] Seeking AT Professionals Opinion on Professional Development</font>
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Hello! I am new to a role specifically designated as AT (before this, I was still in the Disability Services department as an accommodation specialist). I have a decent background and understanding of various AT, am tech-savvy, and don't need the absolute basics.
I am seeking AT Professionals' opinions on Professional Development opportunities. Some options I've seen include:</div>
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I've seen other programs like graduate certificates but lack professional development funding for those high costs. I would love any feedback on any programs or professional development opportunities you recommend!</div>
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Megan</div>
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<p style="text-align:left; margin-top:0px"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif; font-size:15px; color:rgb(0,0,0); font-weight:900">Megan (McKean) Crosson, M.Ed</span><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif; font-size:12px; color:rgb(0,0,0); font-weight:300"><br>
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Kennesaw, GA 30144</span></p>
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e: </span><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif; font-size:12px; color:rgb(0,122,149); font-weight:300"><a href="mailto:mmckean5@kennesaw.edu" id="OWA427f6c07-11a7-42e3-1e79-aeb53900a85d" class="x_OWAAutoLink" style="color:rgb(0,122,149); text-decoration:none; margin-top:0px; margin-bottom:0px">mmckean5@kennesaw.edu</a></span></p>
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