Assistive Technology Service
Assistive Technology service is defined as any
service that directly assists an individual with a disability in the
selection, acquisition, or use of an assistive technology device. Tech Act
of 1990
Assistive Technology Device is any item, piece
of equipment, or product system, whether acquired commercially or off the
shelf, modified or customized, that increases, maintains, or improves
functional capabilities of individuals with disabilities. Tech Act of 1990
Assistive Technology
provides assessment, training and equipment for students with special
needs.
Assistive Technology
Services Include:
- Individual student
assessment
- Classroom
consultation
- Equipment trials
and set up for individual students
- Creation of
individualized software programs to adapt the curriculum
- Maintenance of a
lending library of equipment and software
- Staff and parent
training for individual student needs
- Staff development
Special Education Services
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