Assistive Technology for Children with Exceptionalities

SPE 215

Instructor: Tara M. Clauss

Who is Tara Clauss BSED in Special Education – West

Chester University MSED on Special Education concentration

in Assistive Technology Special Educator – 11 years Assistive Technology Specialist – 5 Years

Who are you?Tell me a little about you…

Your name Your major Why you are taking this class Anything else you would like to share

What is Assistive Technology?Assistive Technology GameAssistive Technology ServiceAssistive Technology DeviceAssistive Technology Game Again

Movies

Assistive Technology Service

“any service that directly assist an individual with a disability in the selection, acquisition, or use of an assistive technology device.” (P.L. 108-364)

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Assistive Technology Device

“any item, piece of equipment, or product system, whether acquired commercially, modified, or customized, that is used to increase, maintain, or improve functional capabilities of individuals with disabilities. (P.L. 108-364)

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Find the AT Devices!

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Find the AT Devices!

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Movies about AT!

Topics Funding Writing Computer Access Communication Reading Learning and Studying Vocational Tasks Mobility How effective AT is

determined Visual Strategies

Math Recreation and Leisure Activities of Daily Living Vision Hearing AT and Preschoolers Curriculum Materials Graphic Organizers Microsoft E-books

Performance Objectives Complete 7 in class labs 2 reflections papers on articles related to

current AT issues Develop a resource page related to AT – 30

entries Complete 10 “Rapid Thoughts” Develop an age appropriate lesson/activity

using Assistive Technology

Any Questions?