Assistive Technologies in the Context of the Classroom

Academic Participation

A framework for considering four levels of participation in classroom activities:Competitive 2. Active 3. Involved, and 4. No academic expectation

Going to school

Obtaining the same function in very different way.

Functional Equivalency

Obtaining the same function in very different way.

Inclusion

Students with disabilities who are integrated into the regular educational programs for at least part of the school day.

Individual Education Plan (IEP)

Defines assistive technology devices and assistive technology services in an educational context; mandates that local educational agencies be responsive for providing assistive technology device and services if these are required as part of a child’s  educational needs, related services, or as a supplementary aid or service.

Mandated by IDEA, the plan, written for each student, incorporates the student’s specialized program. The IEP team must consider assistive technologies as a special factor when developing the learner’s IEP.

Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)

The way in which teachers present information to learners and the interaction expected of those learners in a classroom situation.