Can We Bring My Daughter’s AT Device Home?
My daughter has assistive technology written into her IEP. I requested to borrow the mobile stander she uses school, for trial at home. The PT claims the school cannot loan Continue Reading →
Tag Archives: Assistive Technology
Exploring AT Options? Check Out These Apps!
Exploring AT options or looking for good apps for your kids? Effectively finding and utilizing the best technology is easier said than done. Luckily, the National Center for Learning Disabilities (NCLD) Continue Reading →
‘Smartpen’ Pilot Program Helps Students with Disabilities
We often get questions about the legality of using a recording device or pen in class. Parents ask this question when schools tell them “recording devices violate the confidentiality” of Continue Reading →
AIM to Achieve for Struggling Readers – FREE Webinar
Is your child struggling to succeed in grade level academic classes (general education classes)? Are you an advocate or professional who works with a child struggling in general education? Requirements Continue Reading →
Will NOT Using His AT Device “Force” My Son to Talk More?
My 12 year old son has autism and MR. He has some speech, but could use much improvement. His teacher does not want his Assistive Technology (AT) device in the Continue Reading →
Assistive Technology – What is UDL, NIMAS, and AIM?
The National Instructional Materials Accessibility Standard (NIMAS) creates a national standard for print materials in accessible formats. Schools and publishers must adhere to these standards when creating educational materials – Continue Reading →
Accommodations on the Bar Exam: Federal Judge Rules
In 2009 when Stephanie Enyart, a blind law school graduate, requested assistive tech to take the bar exam, the National Conference of Bar Examiners (NCBE) refused to give her the Continue Reading →
Meeting Your Child’s Communication Needs – AT
Assistive Technology does not have any devices that are suitable for my non verbal autistic 4 year old son in the EC program. I have videotaped him using an iPad. Continue Reading →
Assistive Technology for the Struggling Notetaker
My 9th grade son has been covered under a 504 plan since 4th grade. This year, he had an IEP. He is a twice-gifted, far superior in perceptional reasoning and Continue Reading →
Wrightslaw: All About IEPs – On Sale Now!
New Book! Wrightslaw: All About IEPs is at the printer now! Shipping second week of December $12.95 Order now Answers more than 200 frequently asked questions & introduces Continue Reading →
