Resources: Assistive Technology by Estefany Cortez https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej Resources for parents and educators to learn a little more about assistive technology :) en-us 2021-05-05 02:20:03 UTC 2025-10-16 15:25:32 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f5e3.png What is Assistive Technology? ecortez32 https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492289473
AT is  a type of accommodation that helps students with disabilities obtain access to the content they are learning in the classroom. There are two independent aspects that make-up AT there are devices and services. The devices themselves mean the literal device such as a computer, hearing aid, pencil grip these are physical pieces of equipment that are used to help support the student. The services are used to help the student learn how to use the device, fix the device, help support teachers and anything that is needed to ensure the devices are used correctly. ]]> 2021-05-05 02:26:53 UTC https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492289473 Assistive Technology is usually referred as AT ecortez32 https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492293171 2021-05-05 02:29:31 UTC https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492293171 Examples of AT Devices ecortez32 https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492298245 No-Technology:
-Pencil Grips
-Slant Board
-White Board
-Velcro for page turners

Lite-Technology:
-Calculator
-Portable Spell Checker
-Voice Output Device (Go-Talks)

High-Technology
-Computers 
-Voice Output Device (Vantage Lite)
-Wheelchair 
-Hearing Aid 


]]> 2021-05-05 02:33:05 UTC https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492298245 What is AAC? ecortez32 https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492312670 AAC stands for Augmentative and alternative communication devices. These are devices that help people communicate who have difficulty speaking.
Some Examples: 
-iPad/Tablet 
-Communication Book 
-Tobii Dynavox Mobile 


]]> 2021-05-05 02:43:03 UTC https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492312670 Website: Link Assistive ecortez32 https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492327218 Helping people to connect, learn, and participate by providing high quality individualized assistive and interactive learning solutions

]]> 2021-05-05 02:53:14 UTC https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492327218 Reading: Learn more about Assistive Technology ecortez32 https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492335488 2021-05-05 02:59:15 UTC https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492335488 Reading: Advocate for your child's needs during Distance Learning ecortez32 https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492337358 2021-05-05 03:00:36 UTC https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492337358 WCCUSD: Website to AT ecortez32 https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492339593 West Contra Costa Unified School District in California ]]> 2021-05-05 03:02:24 UTC https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492339593 Resources for Spanish-Speaking Families (Recursos en Espanol para familias) ecortez32 https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492340375 2021-05-05 03:03:04 UTC https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492340375 Start Here! What is AT? ecortez32 https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492345841 2021-05-05 03:07:34 UTC https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492345841 AT in Action! ecortez32 https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492346997 An example of someone using AT to help them communicate! 


]]> 2021-05-05 03:08:32 UTC https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492346997 Why is it important for you to know about assistive technology? ecortez32 https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492350334  It is important because
assistive technology can be a powerful tool for your child. It can compensate for all types of
motor limitations, difficulties with vision, or hearing loss. It can compensate for less obvious
problems with reading or writing or memory. (Reed and Bowser, 2012) ]]> 2021-05-05 03:11:04 UTC https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492350334 Tips for getting started to talk about At for your child: ecortez32 https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492354281 To start the conversation, talk with your child’s teacher and try to determine if he or she is familiar with assistive technology. Ask how
assistive technology is being used in your child’s classroom and ask to see some examples. One of three things will happen: 1) the teacher will show you several things that are being used in the classroom or in the school, 2) the teacher
will refer you to another professional who may take the lead role in the provision of assistive
technology, or 3) the teacher may not have any information about assistive technology. If you
get a “3” type of response, ask who in the school or agency is familiar with assistive technology. (Bowser and Reed 2012) ]]> 2021-05-05 03:14:11 UTC https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492354281 Check out the PACER Website! ecortez32 https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492358356 Resources on: 
-Early Childhood Supports 
-Post-Secondary Transitions 
-Tips on how to help your child 
-Examples of AT ]]> 2021-05-05 03:17:25 UTC https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492358356 Check out this website! ecortez32 https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492358501 Webinars + Information ]]> 2021-05-05 03:17:31 UTC https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492358501 Video: AT for Early Childhood ecortez32 https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492366662 2021-05-05 03:24:00 UTC https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492366662 Explore: Apps you can purchase/download for your child to help support them ecortez32 https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492368632 Can be found on Apple App store or Google Play
-Touch Trainer
-Pictello
-TapTapSee
-Proloquo2G0

Example: TapTapSee 
This app can be used to support learners who are visually impaired or blind and that helps them be aware of their surroundings. They can use this app to take a picture of what they would like to be described. ]]> 2021-05-05 03:25:33 UTC https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492368632 Examples of Services to support AT ecortez32 https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492373106
  • Hard of Hearing Services
  • Evaluating the student’s need for a device
  • Buying, leasing, or acquiring the device
  • Selecting, fitting, adapting, repairing, or replacing the device as needed
  • Coordinating all the needed services for a student who uses a device (e.g., therapies, education)
  • Providing training or technical assistance to the student, family, teachers, or others involved in the use of the device
    • Taken from IRIS Module: Assistive Technology
    ]]>     2021-05-05 03:29:26 UTC https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492373106     Module: Learn about AT ecortez32 https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492379214 Go through this module and learn about services and devices and the purpose of AT]]> 2021-05-05 03:34:18 UTC https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492379214 Reading: Supporting students who use AT ecortez32 https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492386498 "Implementing assistive technologies in the classroom gives students of all abilities a voice in their education" (Castelo) ]]> 2021-05-05 03:40:17 UTC https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492386498 Reading: Making your classroom INCLUSIVE! ecortez32 https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492389330 Read about ways to make your classroom inclusive for all students ]]> 2021-05-05 03:42:13 UTC https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492389330 Videos: Other Educators Perspective in incorporating AT in their classroom! ecortez32 https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492391016 Watch these videos (Spanish Available) on teacher's point of view ]]> 2021-05-05 03:43:43 UTC https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492391016 Reading: Advocating for your students ! ecortez32 https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492393195 2021-05-05 03:45:38 UTC https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492393195 Reading: More on Advocating for students! ecortez32 https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492395764 2021-05-05 03:47:39 UTC https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492395764 Get Involved! ecortez32 https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492396716 Tips on Helping Students and Families: 
    • Write a letter to a politician advocating for support in funding 
    • Be in close communication with parents/families
    • Join Webinars and be educated 
    • Ask Questions! 
    • Check-in with the Student 
    • Make your classroom inclusive

    ]]>     2021-05-05 03:48:20 UTC https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492396716     Socio-Emotional Support ecortez32 https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492405653 Tips on how to help students who may have socio-emotional needs due to a disability ]]> 2021-05-05 03:55:38 UTC https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492405653 Learn to Self-Advocate ecortez32 https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492408898 2021-05-05 03:58:31 UTC https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492408898 Extra Services! ecortez32 https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492410522 2021-05-05 04:00:03 UTC https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492410522 Services and Information about AT ecortez32 https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492411174 2021-05-05 04:00:37 UTC https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492411174 You are Not Alone! ecortez32 https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492415077 We all need HELP! ]]> 2021-05-05 04:04:18 UTC https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492415077 Video: Free Apps to help you! ecortez32 https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492416683 2021-05-05 04:05:44 UTC https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492416683 Video: Introduction to AT ecortez32 https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492417627 2021-05-05 04:06:28 UTC https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492417627 More SERVICES! ecortez32 https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492419522 "We are dedicated to transforming the lives of individuals with diverse abilities by helping them discover their voice and realize their dreams" (REACH Website) ]]> 2021-05-05 04:08:18 UTC https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492419522 Be Proud of who you Are! ecortez32 https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492421541 2021-05-05 04:10:05 UTC https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492421541 Resource (Recurso) in Spanish (en Espanol) ecortez32 https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492430555 2021-05-05 04:18:24 UTC https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492430555 Mas Recursos en Espanol ecortez32 https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492431401 Ejemplos de tipo de tecnologia asistiva ]]> 2021-05-05 04:19:08 UTC https://padlet.com/ecortez32/1r5cg6wtjd7birej/wish/1492431401