How to successfully implement assistive technology?
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Posted by D. Gerard on January 20, 2002 at 20:53:03:
Are you looking for methods and guidelines to successfully assess, plan and implement assistive technology in your organization or school district? In this discussion, you will find key information on assessment tools, implementation worksheets/checklists, success factors, etc. that may be of interest to rehabilitation professionals, occupational therapists, speech & language therapists and educators working with assistive technology.
- AT Mini-Assessment Tool
Developed by the Alliance for Technology Access (ATA) and the Regional Technology in Education Consortium (RTEC), this assessment tool allows a fast inventory of some of the key qualities for successful implementation of Assistive Technology at a school site. It's mostly based on requirements for Assistive Technology in IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act). Use the links below to access or download the tool.
http://www.ataccess.org/resources/atk12/miniassessment.html
http://www.ataccess.org/resources/atk12/miniassessment.pdf
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- List of competencies for Assistive Technology providers
This document can help schools develop plans for meeting the assistive technology needs of students with disabilities and ensure that personnel working with students have the competencies needed to provide quality services.
http://www.cde.ca.gov/spbranch/sed/atstaff.htm
Best regards,
D. Gerard
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