Professional Learning

Assistive Technology

Assistive technology, defined as anything that supports learners in doing things they would not otherwise be able to do, can provide the traction learners need to succeed but is often intimidating to educators who think of it as very specialized.

Become empowered to individually consider, select, and implement AT for learners, yet also recognize when additional perspectives (e.g., teacher, administrator, itinerant staff, paraprofessional, parent, etc.) are critical to the process.

Courses

Course

AT Journey

Road to independence.

Assistive technology (AT), defined as anything that supports learners in doing things they would not otherwise be able to do, can provide the traction learners need to succeed but is often intimidating to educators who think of it as very specialized. Staff participating in the AT Journey will be empowered to individually consider, select and implement AT for their students, yet also recognize when additional perspectives (e.g., teacher, administrator, itinerant staff, paraprofessional, parent, etc.) are critical to this process.

Online Modules

Online Module

AT Journey

Road to Independence

Assistive technology (AT), defined as anything that supports learners in doing things they would not otherwise be able to do, can provide the traction learners need to succeed but is often intimidating to educators who think of it as very specialized. Staff participating in the AT Journey will be empowered to individually consider, select and implement AT for their students, yet also recognize when additional perspectives (e.g., teacher, administrator, itinerant staff, paraprofessional, parent, etc.) are critical to this process.

Quick Wins

Quick Win

Assistive Technology Fundamentals

Assistive technology, defined as any tool or service that is used to increase, maintain, or improve a learner's abilities, can provide the traction learners need to succeed.

Quick Win

Assistive Technology Skills Inventory

Determining the right assistive technology (AT) for a student can be challenging. Many educators have expertise that can assist Individualized Education Program (IEP) teams in finding a solution that meets the needs of the student. The AT Skills Inventory can help identify and support educators who can contribute knowledge and skills related to AT.

Quick Win

Self Advocacy

Clearly and effectively communicating challenges as a learner and what accommodations are needed to overcome them.

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