This document discusses mobile technology options for assistive technology. It notes that everyday technologies like smartphones and tablets are easy to access, support, and are socially acceptable. It highlights touch screens as an input method and discusses hardware options like Android tablets, e-readers, and AV accessories. The document emphasizes developing effective, focused technology plans tied to staff development to successfully implement mobile assistive technologies.

1. Mobile Technology
AT Bootcamp
ATIA 2018

2. Mobile Tech Options
The Cloud!Smart
Phones
Tablets Apps

3. Why use “Everyday Technologies”
as Assistive Technology?
● Easy access- they are out there
● Easier to support- family, other
people know the basics
● More socially acceptable

4. Don’t Forget SETT!!!!

5. Access:
Touch

6. The Touch Screen
◦ Doesn’t require pressure, only contact.

7. ◦ Requires ability to use gestures
The Touch Screen

8. What Skills are Needed?
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9. Access
Aides
Speakers

10. Access:
Input
Devices

11. Access: Mobile Devices
Access to:
● Menus
● Apps
● Functions

12. Hardware Options

13. Android Tablets

14. Hardware
(Independent)
Option

15. Chrome Extensions vs. Apps
Extensions
Apps
App
Launcher

16. Let’s Look at Chrome Resources!
Links to all the apps / extensions:
mmatp.com/chromeAT

17. Hardware Options
E Readers
● Tablet vs. E Ink
● File Formats

18. AV Accessories
Apple VGA Adapter
Mini HDMI to VGA Adapter
Google Chromecast
Apple Digital AV adapter
Apple TV

19. Cases Mounts

22. Implementation

23. Develop an Effective Technology Plan
● Effective Plans are:
◦ Short Term; Not Long
Term
◦ Focused on Applications,
not Technology
◦ Not Focused on one type
of Technology Tool
◦ Focused on Integration
◦ Tied to Staff Development John See
Technology Integration Specialist
Minnesota Department of Education

24. New
Paradigm
Subscriptions vs. One Time Fee

25. Questions?
Comments?