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Assistive technology is devices that are designed to help students who may struggle with learning disabilities.

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Communication Boards

Special Purpose Computers

Computer Hardware; keyboards or pointing devices

Computer Software; screen readers

Electronic devices; iPads and computers

Mobility; wheelchairs and walkers

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https://www.atia.org/home/at-resources/what-is-at/

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Differentiated instruction is necessary to teaching because teachers observe and understand the differences and similarities among students. This allows the teacher to adjust instruction to meet students needs.

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1. Using reading materials at the students reading level

2. Presenting ideas visually and auditory

3. Meeting in small groups

4. Providing interest centers for students

5. Offering hands-on support

6. Adjusting time on assignments or tests for students who may need it

7. Creating an distraction free zone environment

8. Creating routines

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https://www.readingrockets.org/article/what-differentiated-instruction
https://www.scholastic.com/teachers/articles/teaching-content/what-differentiated-instruction/

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- Assistive Technology gives students with disabilities tools that will help them to their advantage in learning.
- Technology can help students overcome lack of communication skills within the classroom.

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https://gettecla.com/blogs/news/using-assistive-technology-in-the-classroom

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- DI allows teachers to pair students together who are on the same level in learning
- DI allows the teacher to see strengths and weaknesses of students within a classroom
- DI focuses on adapting instruction to fit students' needs.

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https://catlintucker.com/2011/01/differentiated-instruction-what-is-it-why-is-it-important-how-can-technology-help/

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1. Audio Players and recorders
- Listen to words as reading pages
2. Timers
- Help students who have trouble with time management
3. Reading Guides
- Helps students keep track of visuals, texts, and keeps them focused
4. Seat Cushions
- Attention issues
5. Frequency Modulation Systems
- Help with auditory processing issues
6. Calculators
- Appropriate for math classes
7. Writing Supports
- Plastic pencils or grips
8. Graphic Organizers
- Organize students thoughts

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https://www.understood.org/en/school-learning/assistive-technology/assistive-technologies-basics/8-examples-of-assistive-technology-adaptive-tools

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1. Create Learning Stations
- Provide different types of content based off students understanding
2. Use Task Cards
- Has a range of content
3. Interview Students
- Getting to know your students can help teachers figure out what methods of instruction is needed for the students needs'
4. Share your own Strengths and Weaknesses
- Explain to students that not everyone processes information the same way and thinks differently
5. Make Time for Journaling
- Helps students process new information
6. Implement Reflection and Goal-Setting
- Target lessons based off goals
7. Group Students with Similar Learning Styles
- Encourages collaboration/discussions
8. Give Different Sets of Reading Comprehension Activities
- Challenges students

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https://www.prodigygame.com/main-en/blog/differentiated-instruction-strategies-examples-download