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Introduction to Assistive Technology
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FDLRS-Technology State Loan LibraryMark Cerasale – Administrator
Diane Penn - Technology Specialist
www.fdlrs-tsll.scps.k12.fl.us
What is FDLRS-TSLL?
A specialized center in the FDLRS Network Operate loan library Operate demonstration lab Maintain a web-site Conduct Awareness Trainings
FloridaDiagnostic
LearningResources
SystemTechnology
StateLoan
Library
What is Assistive Technology?
“Any device and/or service that is determined to be educationally necessary for a child to receive a
Free and Appropriate Public Education (FAPE)&
helps these individuals to interact with the world around them!”
WHY??
The Law states that you must address assistive technology needs on the IEP
To best serve the needs of the student
Assistive technology is not just for the most severe student, students with mild disabilities can benefit from assistive devices
(IDEA) Section 300.5 of Title 34 of the Code of Federal Regulations
For people with normal abilities,
technology makes doing things easier.
For people with disabilities, technology makes doing
things possible.
(Mary Pat Radabaugh, RESNA, 1990)
Assistive Technology Legislation
PL 94 - 142 (1975) FAPE - Free & Appropriate Public Education
PL 98 - 199 (1983) Pre-school PL 100 - 407 (1988) Tech Act- Technology Related
Assistance for Individuals with Disabilities Act
PL 101-336 (1990) ADA - Americans with Disabilities Public Access
PL 105 - 17 becomes IDEA (1990,1997) & reauthorization of IDEA 2004: AT & transition
Things to Consider Before Looking at AT
StudentEnvironmentTasksTools
Student
What does Student need to do?
What are the Student’s special needs and current abilities
Environment• Instructional and physical
arrangements? Special concerns?
• Materials and equipment available
• Supports available daily to student and people working with studend
• Attitudes and expectations of people? Will it affect student’s performance?
Tasks
Activities occurring in student’ natural environment
What is everyone else doingCritical elements of activitiesHow can activities be modified
to accommodate student’s special needs?
AT Continuum
The AT Continuum
Focus on problem areas defined by: • the task • the need associated with that
task • different environments in which
that task is done
Decide on a full continuum of low to high tech tools.
The AT Continuum
Tasks Needs Environments
Low Tech Mid Tech High Tech
Decision Variables
Tools to Try
First, determine which areas are still problematic for the student.
Second, determine what need is associated with the problem area. Without this step, you
can’t find the best tool.
Finally, look at each environment in which the tool might be used. Remember that different environments might
require different tools.
The AT Toolbox Approach
Assistive Technology Categories
Computer Access
Environ.Controls
AACAssistiveListening
VisualAids
Mobility
RecreationLeisure
Play
Positioning
SelfCare
Computer-based
Instruction
No techNo tech
Highlighter tape Colored overlays Stamps Unique rulers Battery operated items Positioning aids Look at other ways to use something.
Have fun and be creative!
The LoTTIE (Low Tech Tools for Inclusive Education) Kit Used with students who have special needs. Used in the field of assistive technology evaluation Provides tools that help with reading, math, and
organizational skills
http://www.onionmountaintech.com
LoTTIE KitLow Tech Tools for Inclusive Education
Low TechLow Tech
Simple technology- few moving parts, low maintenance, low cost Simple communication devices Switches Battery Device Adaptors Switch operated devices
High TechHigh Tech
Generally higher cost More maintenance Frequently electronic (computer, AAC device, power chair) Usually part of a range of solutions with the no tech and low
tech Frequently requires more supports including: training for both
student, school staff and others involved in student’s life
Computer Adaptations
Try built-in adaptations first Enlarge font Change color of background or font Sticky or slow keys Sound or visual alerts Mouse speed Enlarged cursor On-screen keyboards Enlarge display Speak information on screen Simplified desktop*****************************************************************
*******Start>Programs>Accessories>AccessibilityORStart>Control Panel>Accessibility Options
FDLRS-TECHhttp://www.paec.org/fdlrstech/
FDLRS-FIMC Florida Instructional Materials Center for the Visually Impaired –Tampa
http://www.fimcvi.org/
FDLRS-RMTC Resource Materials & Technology Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing – St. Augustine
http://www.fsdb.k12.fl.us/rmc/
FDLRS-TSLL Technology State Loan Library-Sanford
http://www.fdlrs-tsll.scps.k12.fl.us
WHO WHO CAN CAN
HELP? HELP?
Don Johnston- www.donjohnston.com SOLO software
Set BC – Special Education Technology-British Columbia setbc.org/default.html
ATA - Alliance for Technology Access http://www.ataccess.org/resources/wcp/endefault.html
FAAST – Florida Alliance for Assistive Services & Technology http://www.faast.org
LoTTIE Kits – Low Tech Tools for Inclusive Education http://www.onionmountaintech.com
Resources
Kurzweil - http://www.kurzweiledu.com/downloads_kez3000.aspx
Dragon Naturally Speaking - http://www.nuance.com/naturallyspeaking/
Contact Us at:
Mark Cerasale -Administrator/Program Specialist 407-320-2380 [email protected]
Diane Penn – Technology Specialist407-320-2384 [email protected]
Exploration
Time to explore equipment and devices
Q/A
