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Assistive Online Technology Tools Help Your Student
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This is a site for you to look at and get ideas as to what technology resources may be of help to you and your student. You can find additional websites on the internet, these are just a few to get started. iPad Apple Apples Commitment to Accessibility. For more than 20 years, Apple has provided new and innovative solutions for people with disabilities, allowing them to access and enjoy using the Mac, iPod, iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV. Apple in Education This page will clarify basic requirements regarding the consideration and provision of assistive technology (AT) and services to each individual with a disability; and provide clarification and assistance to local education agencies, particularly members of Individualized Education Program (IEP) teams in effectively addressing these requirements. Apple ipad in Special Education Apples iPad Gaining Influence in Special Education Apple Inc. is starting to understand the importance of its iPad in special education. It has become more prevalent in special education classrooms and there is an increasing amount of apps in the iTunes store. Internet Special Education Resources Assistive Technology / Special Education Software for Schools, Kids, and Adults with Special Needs ISER is now offering this directory of software and assistive technology for special needs kids and adults. We are a new directory and we will categorize the software by type as the directory grows. We will be listing software for people with many learning disabilities, including dyslexia, ADD/ADHD issues, vision problems, auditory problems, as well as other disabilities. Assistive Technology for Students with Disabilities This guide was prepared by the Frostig Center in Pasadena, California, which is devoted to children with learning disabilities. Marshall Raskind, Ph.D., Director of Research of the Center was the project director and primary author. Dr. Raskind is an authority on technology and learning disabilities. California Department of Education Assistive Technology Device: The term "assistive technology device" means 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 functional capabilities of a child with a disability. Assistive Technology Service: The term "assistive technology service" means any service that directly assists a child with a disability in the selection, acquisition, or use of an assistive technology device. |
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