Parents often think of Assistive Technology (AT) as high-tech devices. Communication boards that can be controlled with eye gaze are used by students who cannot speak and might not have functional use of their limbs. Or an app that reads text to students on the computer. But, while not as exciting, it can also be modified scissors so the student can take part in class activities. It could be a graphic organizer to help the
Category: Technology
According to Assistive Technology Industry Association (ATIA): Assistive technology (AT) is any item, piece of equipment, software program, or product system that is used to increase, maintain, or improve the functional capabilities of persons with disabilities. These allow people with disabilities to have more independent and active lives. Some examples are positioning equipment, bed rails, bolsters, pillows, wedges, dressing aids, scooters, talking alarms, communication boards, and specialty switches. Anything that helps someone with a disability