Who is Ron G. Leblanc
I’m an Assistive Technologist, author, and educator focused on making technology more accessible, practical, and human-centred. Through books, resources, and the Participation–Barrier–Pathway Framework, I help people design meaningful pathways to participation.
Helping students overcome barriers through practical, evidence-informed assistive technology.
Writing books that bridge theory and practice in accessibility, higher education, and emerging technology.
Sharing ideas through presentations, workshops, and practical resources for professionals.
A CLEARER STARTING POINT
Begin with the
person- not the
product.
Assistive technology practice often begins with a diagnosis, a software list, or a familiar tool. My work begins somewhere else: with the participation a person is trying to achieve.
That shift changes the conversation. It helps us identify barriers more accurately, consider environmental and non-technical solutions, and choose pathways that are sustainable in real life.
SIGNATURE FRAMEWORK
The Participation-Barrier-
Pathway Framework
A practical way to move beyond tool-first thinking and design support around meaningful
participation.
Participation
What is the person trying to do, experience, contribute, or become part of?
WHAT MATTERS HERE?
Barrier
What interaction, environment, expectation, or demand is getting in the way?
WHERE IS THE FRICTION?
Pathway
What combination or technology, strategy, redesign, or human support creates a workable route forward?
WHAT MAKES PARTICIPATION POSSIBLE?
Use the framework in practice.
Explore examples, worksheets, and professional resources.
SELECTED WRITINGS
Books built from practice.
Accessible, thoughtful books for professionals, educators, students, and everyday technology users.
Participation-Centered Accessibility
A practical and scholarly framework for understanding participation, barriers, and sustainable pathways in higher education.
Designing Access
An exploration of assistive technology practice through ethics, systems thinking, and the realities of institutional life.
KNOWLEDGE & PRACTICE
Experience and Expertise
For more than 20 years, I’ve worked at the intersection of technology, and accessibility —helping people understand and use technology with confidence.
20+ Years Experience
More than twenty years supporting students, educators, and professionals through assistive technology, IT support, and accessibility services in higher education.
100+ Courses Completed
A lifelong learner who has completed over one hundred professional courses to deepen expertise in technology, accessibility, and emerging tools.
Published Author
Author of practical technology guides including Assistive Technology in Practice and Participation-Centered Accessibility.
Accessibility Advocate
Passionate about accessible technology and inclusive design, helping ensure digital tools work for everyone.
Technology Educator
Delivered training sessions and guidance that help people build confidence using modern technology and assistive tools.
PBP Framework
Developed the Participation-Barrier-Pathway framework for assistive technology practice in higher education
SPEAKING & WORKSHOPS
Conversations that change practice.
I speak about assistive technology, participation-centred accessibility, AI and academic integrity, and the human realities behind inclusive technology.
IDEAS & PERSPECTIVES
Thinking beyond the tools.
Short essays on accessibility, participation, higher education, disability, and the ethical use of technology.
LET’S CONNECT
Build more meaninful participation.
Interested in a book, resourse, workshop, speaking engagement, or professional callaboration?