Assistive Technologies in Education

1. Assistive Technologies in
Education
Christina Lott
Slide Sharing Assignment
EIM504
Dr. Kelly Paynter

2. Introduction
“Emerging trends and advancements in technology
allow educators to develop dynamic learning
environments to support their students’ academic and
behavioral needs. “
Emerling et al. (2021)

3. Assistive
Technology:
Legal History
 “Tech Act”-Technology-Related Assistance for
Individuals with Disabilities Act of 1988.
Purpose: to improve awareness and access to
assistive technology
 Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 508)
Purpose: requires Federal agencies to make
electronic and information technology accessible
to people with disabilities
 Assistive Technology Act of 1998 (reauthorized in
2004) (AT Act)
Purpose: specifies that assistive technology
services must be provided for all individuals with
disabilities. Funds are extended to provide
assistive technology to states and six U.S.
territories.
Cennamo et al. (2019)

4. Built-in Computer Accessibility Features
 Sticky Keys
 Mouse Keys
 Repeat Keys
 Slow Keys
 Zoom (MAC)
Magnifier (WIN)
 Display Adjustment
 VoiceOver (MAC)
Narrator (WIN)

5. Commonly Available Software
Text-to-Speech
Software
Word-
Procession
Applications
Word-
Prediction
Software
Augmentative
and Alternative
Communicatio
(ACC) Devices

6. Examples of Adaptations
Keyboard
• Stickers
• Small Buttons
• BigKeys
Mouse
• Trackballs
• Large Mouse
• Add Buttons
Touchscreens
• Multitouch
• Stylus
• Pens

7. Positioning
Use appropriate
positioning in the
classroom for:
User
Keyboard
Display

8. Learn More about Assistive Technologies
Set Goals
•Learn more about available assistive
technologies.
Take Action
•Research a learning need you are
interested in. www.techmatrix.org
Monitor
•Continue to grow with your area of
instruction.
Evaluate and Extend
•Review the research and evidence.

9. Be Familiar with Your IEP’s!
Be familiar with test or classroom
accommodations for students with an IEP
or 504 plan. Ask for assistance if needed.

10. Bibliography

Emerling, C. R., Wilkinson, S., & Maggin, D. M. (2021). Educator Knowledge and Implementation of
Assistive Technology to Support Challenging Behaviors: An Exploratory Inquiry. Journal of Special Education
Technology, 36(3), 162-174. http://dx.doi.org.lib-proxy.jsu.edu/10.1177/01626434211034803
 Cennamo, K. Ross, J. D., & Ertmer, P
. A. (2019). Technology intergration for meaningful classroom use: A
standards-based approach. Cengage.