ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY ASSIGMENT See attachment for details
ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY MODULE
Directions:
Part A: complete the IRIS module on Assistive Technology by answering assessment questions (http://iris.peabody.vanderbilt.edu/module/at/ )
Part B: research one AT device, complete a report template (below) and include in the disabilities presentation
Purpose: familiarize yourself with assistive technology (device) and link that information to a specific disability area as a way to support a student with a disability in a general education classroom.
Objective: Given an online learning experience, complete an AT module related to the individual needs of a specific type of K-12 learner.
Part A: Assistive Technology IRIS Module Assessment Questions
Name at least three items that could be considered AT and describe how those devices could support a student with a disability in the classroom.
Explain two reasons why it is necessary to consider AT for students with disabilities.
Why is it important to consider both AT devices and services?
Describe three responsibilities of the Implementation Team.
List three outcomes the Implementation Team can determine by evaluating a student’s assistive technology.
Imagine you are a seventh-grade general education language arts teacher and a student in your class has an upcoming IEP meeting. What types of information should you gather ahead of time to contribute to the discussion of the student’s AT needs? Name at least four.
During the meeting suggested in the example above, the IEP team recommends AT for the student. As a general education teacher, describe your role in the AT implementation and evaluation processes.
Part B: Assistive Technology Report Template
Disability Presentation Topic:
Name of this assistive technology:
Purchasing contact information:
Approximate cost:
Uses of this assistive technology:
Persons who would most benefit would include those with which disabilities?
How does the use of assistive technology support a student with specific needs as compared to effective use of instructional technology?
How does the use of assistive technology support the framework of Universal Design for Learning?
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