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Assistive Technology in the Classroom
George Gober
Assistive Technology Associate
Research Department
Methodist Rehabilitation Center
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Methodist Rehabilitation Center
Objectives Define Assistive Technology and associated
terminology Introduce the IEP process Identify categories of AT with examples of
equipment Introduce training opportunities and
certifications Provide info regarding AT resources A vision of the future of AT
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Methodist Rehabilitation Center
What is Assistive Technology?
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
IDEA ‘97 (Public Law 105-17) mandates the provision of assistive technology and offers
clear definitions of assistive technology devices and services.
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Methodist Rehabilitation Center
Definition
Assistive Technology Devices
Any item, piece of equipment or product system, whether acquired commercially off the shelf, modified,
or customized that is used to increase, maintain, or improve the functional capabilities of children with
disabilities. (Section 300.5)
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Methodist Rehabilitation Center
Definition
Assistive Technology Services
Any service that directly assists an individual with a disability in the selection, acquisition, or use of an assistive technology device. (Section 300.5)
Evaluating Providing devices Selecting, Designing, Customizing Maintaining, Repairing Coordinating Training/Technical Assistance –student, family and school service
providers
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IEP Team
Student, Parents Assistive Technology Specialist Special Education Teacher General Education Teacher Occupational Therapist, Speech and
Language Pathologist, Physical Therapist, School Administrator School Psychologist
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Methodist Rehabilitation Center
AT support for IEP Positioning Physical access for learning tools/computers Writing (Physical and Composition) Math Reading Learning/Studying Organization Communication Specific sensory deficits Aids for Daily Living
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Methodist Rehabilitation Center
Positioning
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Physical Access to Computers
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Writing
Low-tech writing aids
High-tech software assists example:
Co:Writer from Don Johnston
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Math
Visually enhanced calculator
Talking calculator
Talking scientific calculator
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Reading Low-tech solutions
High-tech hardware
Text-to-Speech and Scan-and-Read
software
(OCR)
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Learning / Studying
Internet
High-tech software solutions
Example: WYNN from Freedom Scientific
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Organization
Bar code identification Braille tags Watches with reminders Software assists…signals, reminders,
scheduling programs Hand held recorders
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Communication
Low-tech communication board
AAC: Alternative and Augmentative CommunicationIndependent devices and computer based software
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Sensory Deficits Hearing
Alerts, signals Assistive Listening
Device (ALD) Personal FM Induction Loop
Captioning Vision
Magnifiers Readers CCTV Braille
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Aids for Daily Living
Special handles for classroom utensils
Special switches Reachers Chalkboard
options Special toilet
needs
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Methodist Rehabilitation Center
Major Categories of AT Aids for Daily Living Communication Computing Mobility, Seating and
Positioning, & Adapted Transportation
Sensory Aids
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Aids for Daily Living Home accommodations
Utensils and tools Lifts, elevators, ramps Bathroom assists Home modifications
Workplace or school accommodations Special workstations Ergonomic equipment
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Utensils and ToolsLow Tech
Eating Implements Kitchen Utensils Tools Modification types
Straps Weights Ergonomic handles
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Utensils and ToolsHigh Tech
Assistive feeding machines
Barcode scanners for grocery items
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Communication
AAC: Alternative and Augmentative Communication Digital Speech Recorded speech Independent devices Computer based software
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Computers
Input Devices Output Devices Ergonomics Keystroke
Reduction Accessibility
Issues
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Mobility
Support canes White canes Walkers Manual wheelchairs Scooters Power wheelchairs
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Sensory Aids Hearing
Alarms, alerts TTY Phones (TDD) Captioning
Vision Talking Devices Bar Code organization Magnifiers
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AT Certifications Assistive Technology assessments typically
performed by a PT or an OT RESNA :
Assistive Technology Practitioner (ATP) Assistive Technology Supplier (ATS)
ATACP (online from CalState Northridge) Assistive Technology Applications Certificate
Program Certificate in Assistive Technology
Graduate programs in BioMedical Engineering
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The Future of Assistive Technology
Universal Design Moore’s Law Convergent Technologies Emerging Technologies Virtual Reality Neuroprosthetics