According to IDEA, assistive technology consideration MUST be
included in the IEP process. Assistive technology is considered as part of an
individual’s education plan despite the disability to ensure the appropriate
tools are being implemented when needed in order for the student to be
successful in their least restrictive environment. There are three parts of the
IEP that AT can be documented which include 1: AT as part of the Special
Education program, 2: AT as a related service, or 3: AT as supplementary aids
and services. AT as part of the special education program will be described in
the annual goals and objectives. AT as a related service could include services
used to assist a student such as walkers, wheel chairs, pointing devices,
communication boards, etc. AT as a supplementary aid help students gain more
independence when completing their daily tasks in their least restrictive
environment such as a spell checker or voice to text device.
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