Assistive technology can increase, maintain, or improve the functional capabilities of individuals with special needs. There are different types of assistive technology including computer applications, vision aids, and sensory aids for hearing impairment. Assistive technologies can be categorized as low-tech, mid-tech, or high-tech based on their complexity, whether they require a power source, and ease of use. Low-tech assistive technologies are easy to use and have a low cost, while mid-tech require a power source and high-tech are complex and programmable.

1. Assistive Technology
APT 507 Shonda Robinson

2. What is Assistive Technology
Any item or equipment used to increase, maintain, or improve functional capability for an
individual with a special needs.

3. Learning Objectives
What is assistive Technology and the different type equipment available
Level of AT
Tools

4. Different Types of AT
Computer Applications
Vision Aids
Sensory Aids for Hearing Impairment
*These are designed to help those with a disabilty.

5. Low-tech AT are easy to use and have a low cost, these don’t require power source
Mid-tech AT easy but these require a power source
High-tech AT complex and programmable and include items