Assistive
Technology is defined as :
Any device or service that enables persons with disabilities to
participate more fully and successfully in their life roles.
Assistive
Technology in
the classroom:
Includes any tool or accommodation that allows
children with special learning needs to be included in educational opportunities. Assistive technology is another strategy for expanding a student’s access to the curriculum.
Considering
Assistive Technology:
Assistive Technology must be considered annually for every
special needs student. The consideration outcomes become part of the
student's Individualized Education Plan. Assistive Technology may be
indicated when a student who is having difficulty achieving their IEP
goals and objectives. Assistive Technology solutions should be explored as
when an IEP team identifies a student struggling to participate in the
classroom. Assistive Technology may be indicated when a special needs
student is having difficulty doing what his/her classmates are doing.
Delivery
of Assistive Technology Services in Macomb County
Assistive Technology (AT) services are
provided through a cooperative effort among local districts,
the MISD, and related support agencies. A shared responsibility for
Assistive Technology guides the provision of services by the MISD
Assistive Technology Team. Assistive Technology. Providing appropriate Assistive Technology
is an ongoing process of planning, problem solving, and
implementation. It requires a team approach with a shared vision and shared
responsibility for assessment, planning, and implementation. For more information on the Macomb County AT process, please
refer to the document.
ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY: A Guide for Macomb County
Schools
Initiating
an Assistive Technology Referral
All referrals begin at the local district level. Each local
district has identified an Assistive Technology Representative Team.
Contact the Special Services Department at your schools board
office. They will direct you to the AT representatives in your
district.
Assistive
Technology and IDEA '97
IDEA '97 States:
"Annual Consideration of assistive technology devices and services is
required for all children identified as having an exceptional
need."
IDEA '97 defines Assistive Technology Services as:
"Any service that directly assists a child with a disability in the
selection, acquisition, or use of an assistive technology device."
IDEA '97 defines Assistive Technology Devices as:
Any item, piece of equipment, or product system, whether acquired
commercially off the shelf, modified, or customized that is used to
increase, maintain, or improve functional capabilities of children with
disabilities.
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