A.T. FOR PHYSICAL IMPAIRMENTS
Students with mild, moderate, severe and profound physical impairments often experience difficulty operating efficiently in their daily living. When it comes to using technological devices such as using their computer with a standard mouse and keyboard can pose a challenge. There are many technologies ranging from low technology (low tech), medium technology (mid tech) and high technology (high tech) available that can assist in alleviating these issues.
Here's an often asked question: Which is the best? Well, the answer to this question will depend on the specific needs of each individual, and the tasks they wish to be able to perform independently.
With the advancement of technology, especially within the classroom, students with Physical Impairments can now operate at the level, to a varying degree with their peers. There are a wide range of hardware and software options that can be incorporated with each other or used alone. Again, the choice of the Assistive Technology device will depend on the student's comfort and need, and the support (if necessary) that's available to them.
For more information check out: http://www.setbc.org/setbc/topics/effective_implementation_of_assistive_technology.html
Here's an often asked question: Which is the best? Well, the answer to this question will depend on the specific needs of each individual, and the tasks they wish to be able to perform independently.
With the advancement of technology, especially within the classroom, students with Physical Impairments can now operate at the level, to a varying degree with their peers. There are a wide range of hardware and software options that can be incorporated with each other or used alone. Again, the choice of the Assistive Technology device will depend on the student's comfort and need, and the support (if necessary) that's available to them.
For more information check out: http://www.setbc.org/setbc/topics/effective_implementation_of_assistive_technology.html
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