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Assistive Technology (Purpose of technology (Right to independence, Self…
Assistive Technology
Purpose of technology
Right to independence
Self-sufficiency
Personal choice
Dignity
Inclusion
Participation
How to decide which tool (SETT)
Student
Environment
Tasks
Tool
Assistive Technology continuum
Low-tech device e.g. pencil grip, slant board
Mid-tech device e.g. calculator, audio-book
High-tech device e.g. laptops, ipad, ACC
Legal basis
IDEA
Section 504 of Rehalbilitation Act
ADA
Key reflections
Technology only is not enough, integration of assistive tech into the curriculum should be the emphasis
Student-centered decision making. Students and parents need to be involved.
Believe in people with disabilities can contribute and we need to set high expectations for them
Definition
Assistive technology device: item, equipment, product system, used to increase, maintain or improve functions of a person with a disability. Exclude: Medical device
Assistive technology service: evaluation, acquisition, selection, design, customization, adaptation, repair and replacement, training,etc.
Universal design of learning
Make curricular available for broadest range of students
UD Examples: auto doors, curb cuts, captioning TV