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The Roles of Assistive Technology in

Leveling the Playing Field

A comfortable working space that has mobile technologies resting on a desk.
A working surface with a pair of earphones plugged into a mobile phone, paper, writing utensil, and a booklet that says "Creative Mess."
A pair of hands holding a book reader technology, the "kindle" with a traditional book sitting on a table.
A young girl riding a bike while wearing the virtual reality technology (the Oculus).

Understand Assistive Technology - Presented By PACER Simon Technology Center

Using Tablets in Education to Empower Special Needs Students

(Thought leaders: Special Education Teachers/ Therapists)

What Types of Assistive Technology are Available?

A Review on Three Types of Assistive Technology by

David Boice, Bybiana Houghton, & Nghiem Quach

We can use assistive technology to empower teachers and students. Lee and Templeton (2008) explained, "empirical studies consistently show that the use of AT promotes self-confidence, freedom, independence, and meaningful participation in home, school, and community" (p. 217).

Lee, H., & Templeton, R. (2008). Ensuring equal access to technology: Providing assistive technology for students with disabilities. Theory Into Practice, 47, 212-219. doi: 10.1080/00405840802153874

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