AT Philosophy Statement by Maya Russell https://padlet.com/mrusse37/s6jfm0c3hyj2r8b1 en-us 2025-04-30 15:38:59 UTC 2025-04-30 16:47:30 UTC hello@padlet.com Assistive Technology plays a crucial role when it comes to students with disabilities because it can provide an individual, who is non-verbal, the opportunity and freedom to communicate in ways they would not have been able to without it. mrusse37 https://padlet.com/mrusse37/s6jfm0c3hyj2r8b1/wish/3431873766 2025-04-30 15:45:01 UTC https://padlet.com/mrusse37/s6jfm0c3hyj2r8b1/wish/3431873766 Expectations Needed to Use Device: mrusse37 https://padlet.com/mrusse37/s6jfm0c3hyj2r8b1/wish/3431876202

  • An understanding of the devices functions and navigation

  • Information on what tools the device offers; can you personalize the icons, language, or phrases to fit the student's needs and preferences

  • If the communication device is appointed to a student, it should always be accessible and used by the individual no matter the setting

    • ]]>     2025-04-30 15:46:58 UTC https://padlet.com/mrusse37/s6jfm0c3hyj2r8b1/wish/3431876202     AT Pros & Cons mrusse37 https://padlet.com/mrusse37/s6jfm0c3hyj2r8b1/wish/3431894318 Pros:

    • Improves the individual's communicative and collaborative skills

    • Provides real-time communication enabling quicker responses

    • Allows the individual to stay connected with others on a more regular, consistent basis; enhancing the individuals access to school, work, and other public spaces

    Cons:

    • Software can be difficult or confusing to use

    • The technology may be too expensive to obtain or requires a paid-subscription

    • Program may lack personalization or access to certain tools needed for communication

    ]]>     2025-04-30 16:01:43 UTC https://padlet.com/mrusse37/s6jfm0c3hyj2r8b1/wish/3431894318     Family's Role in Using Communicative Devices mrusse37 https://padlet.com/mrusse37/s6jfm0c3hyj2r8b1/wish/3431895291

  • Facilitate the use of the device outside of the classroom

  • Understand how to use and navigate the device/communication system provided to the child

  • Monitor student's activity

  • Facilitate successful interaction within the home, while running errands, or interacting with other family members

  • Ensure the device is being appropriately and effectively used by the individual

    • ]]>     2025-04-30 16:02:20 UTC https://padlet.com/mrusse37/s6jfm0c3hyj2r8b1/wish/3431895291     My Role as a Teacher mrusse37 https://padlet.com/mrusse37/s6jfm0c3hyj2r8b1/wish/3431895999

  • Similar to the family's role, my job is to ensure the device is effectively and appropriately being used

  • Understand each role and functioning of the device

  • Work with the individual and their family to personalize and modify any settings on the device. as well as learning how to use any potential tools embedded within it

  • Ensure the student is always given access to device and is able to facilitate appropriate, quick, and accurate information in regards to communication

    • ]]>     2025-04-30 16:02:54 UTC https://padlet.com/mrusse37/s6jfm0c3hyj2r8b1/wish/3431895999