Assistive Technology In Action Video Analysis

This technology includes voice amplifiers, wheelchair software, and other computing software to assist learning for those with a disabilities. The technology used is high tech especially in the wheelchair software. If the system was to fail it could lead to potential distress or harm of the individual in the wheelchair. In addition, staff must be properly trained so they are capable of carrying out the software

With new technology comes new ways to let disabilied people use more items. An example is, voice recognition screen readers can help peole who are blind. For instance, eye-tracking programs can make using computers simple for people who can´t move their hands.

Assistive technology (AT) is defined 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

This article focuses on the many forms of technology in relation to special education. The article discusses the “high” and “low” forms of technology that is available for students with special needs to help “bypass” or “compensate” for their disabilities. The article goes on to survey the current status of assistive technology for the special education population. In the end, the article uncovers that the use of assistive technology for the special education population is promising though uncertain. Assistive technology has proven to be beneficial for students with learning disabilities, as it would empower them to work beyond their normal capabilities (Lewis, 1998).

In this artifact, I researched for alternative technological tool(see Assistive technology.doc) for students with disabilities to represent how technology could be a great assistance for them. This assignment represents how technology could be used by all students no matter what they need. Therefore, in this assignment, I looked for tools and ways to implement access to technology resources for students who have neuromuscular difficulties, and/or difficulties of counting with her finger to show that there are varieties of technological tool for all the needs.

The use of technology in educating children with special needs has widely grown in the past few decades. Individuals with special needs are unique and all have different areas in which they need assistance. Due to the advancements in assistive technology, computer programs, software, and other technology tools, it has become much easier for people to find useful and easier ways to become educated. Because of this, “technology has changed the way people with disabilities live, work, and learn.” (Winzer,98)

In the Overview of Assistive Technology and Implementation Video by Margina Busby, she gives a lecture on what assistive technology is and how it can be used in the classroom. I learned that assistive technology is “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 capabilities of individuals with disabilities.” Some examples of assisted technology are calculators, pencil grips, pocket dictionaries, communication systems (with or without voice output), adapted textbooks, and modified utensils. It is interesting to see all of the different forms of assistive technology that can be used in the classroom. I am currently taking a class

It’s the 21st century and the world is experiencing an all time high in innovations in technology. These innovations in technology have helped the world break many communication barriers. Cellular phones make it easy to call anyone around the world with the press of a few buttons. Webcams and computers are used to help one video chat and send emails all in the matter of a few minuets. Due to these innovations many people with disabilities find it easier to communicate as well. This new technology has led to a greater acceptance and inclusion of people with disabilities in society. For example, deaf people can use Facetime to call each other and sign through there. There also have been many applications developed for our hand held devices to

This week we read about the history of assistive technology and assistive technology. In addition, we read about the reauthorization of IDEA 1997 and how it changed the individual educational plan (IEP) by requiring that IEP teams consider assistive technology for all students with IEPs. (Grand Canyon University, n.d. Lecture 1) Initially, I thought that I had limited experience with assistive technology. It became clear to me this week through the readings, that many accommodations and methods I have used in the classroom, are actually a form of assistive technology. I am speaking of the low- tech tools, for examples, pencil grips, paper holders, sticky notes and reading guide to name a few. (Dell, Newton, Petroff, 2012, p.6.) In addition,

Assistive technology can be defined as devices or systems that help and support a person in order to maintain their independence, as well as their safety and wellbeing. It also refers to devices and systems which can assist of people who suffer form memory problems or other cognitive difficulties,than those which need to aid someone with mobility as well as physical difficulties. Technology can provide dementia sufferers the help and support that they need in order to remain independent,safe and socially involved.

Students with intellectual disabilities present a distinctive educational challenge and need assistance achieving their academic needs (Luckasson & Schalock, 2013). To support students to meet their academic needs, Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) requires each student with an intellectual disability to have an individualized education program (Gartin & Murdick, 2005). During this development, the individualized education program (IEP) team must consider assistive technology (AT) during the drafting of each student’s IEP. Assistive technology in special education services is identified as a potential effective intervention strategy to aid students to achieve their educational goals and objectives (Bouck, Flanagan, Miller,

Throughout this six week course, Meeting Individual Needs with Technology, we have researched the spectrums of Assistive Technology available for the individual and the classroom, and researched the different types of disabilities and how the Assistive Technology can aid students in navigating life and succeeding as individuals.

When I first registered for this course, I wasn’t sure what to expect. A few weeks went by and I received the syllabus on Blackboard. After looking over the syllabus and looking at the assignments that I would be completing, I was excited to see that we would be talking about Assistive Technology. I had known about Assistive Technology and how it can and how it is used in the classroom to help students. The school that I work at uses a lot of low tech Assistive Technology in the classrooms such as fat pencils in the kindergarten classes, pencil grips for students who have finger gripping challenges, and wobble stools for students who have a hard time sitting for long periods of times, to name a few. The school also uses mid-high

In life there are those people who have their burdens to carry; while some burdens may be heavier or tougher to carry they make the best of it. When someone has to live with a disability it can shape and mold their life, as well as it can have a negative or positive impact on how they view. As for Marvin and Jack, they make the best of life while dealing with their shortcomings; they try to focus on the positive aspects of life. From their determination, we can see that people with disabilities are capable of being contributing members to their families and communities.

This paper sheds light on the reason for low employability of the disabled persons and how assistive technology can change the same making the disabled on par with the able bodied and enable them to work on a level playing field in any profession.