Assistive technology is any kind of technology that can be used to enhance the functional independence of a person with a physical or cognitive disability. Get the basics in this fact sheet from the Center on Technology and Disability.
Often, the first place parents seeks assistance for a child with learning disabilities is his or her school. The resources below provide advice on effective ways for parents to communicate with teachers, principal, and special education providers, particularly when it comes to their child’s IEP (Individualized Education Program).
Kathleen A. Sullivan, Patricia J. Lantz, Perry A. Zirkel
Read about the SETT framework (Student, Environment, Tasks, and Tools) for individualizing assistive technology. The IEP team must analyze the student, environment, and tasks to propose the appropriate assistive technology. This approach can assure that the student actually uses the tools regularly for real learning.
This report highlights issues and offers guidance on sound implementation of state and district-wide assessments to ensure equal access by students with learning disabilities.
