ATIM Modules
The Ohio Center for Autism and Low Incidence (OACLI) has created online modules on topics related to assistive technology
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The National Center on Accessible Instructional Materials
Accessible instructional materials or AIM are specialized formats of curricular content that can be used by and with students who are unable to read or use standard print materials. Specialized formats include braille, audio, large print, and digital text.
Go to the AIM Website
Tech Matrix
Search a database of assistive technology tools and resources to support learning for students with disabilities.
Go to the Tech MatrixQIAT Website
QIAT: Quality Indicators for Assistive Technology Services Website is a source of information, resources, and professional discussion about the evaluation and use of assistive technology.
Go to the QIAT Website
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Focus Areas Special Education Assistive Technology How to Choose Assistive Technology for Young Learners
Focus Areas Special Education Assistive Technology How to Choose Assistive Technology for Young Learners
Assistive Technology
Assistive Technology can be used to improve the social and cognitive participation and growth of young children with disabilities. Read CITEd's Info Brief for more information and a six-step guide to AT decision making for young learners. The six-step guide is practical for considering AT use for all school age children.
For information and resources realted to special education contact:
Special Education Compliance, AIMSweb - RTI, School Psychologist Support
Alternate Assessment, Extended Standards, Secondary Transition, Assistive Technology
Alternate Assessment, Extended Standards, Low Incidence Disability Supports, Alternative and Augmentative Communication, Assistive Technology
Positive Behavior Supports, Special Education Compliance
AT Consideration in the IEP Process
Documenting assistive technology (AT) in the individualized education program (IEP) is sometimes a daunting task. This module will describe ways that AT devices and services can be indicated in the IEP. Proper documentation of AT in the IEP ensures that students will receive the necessary AT and the corresponding services to enable them to access and participate in the school environment.
View the module
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