Week 1 – May 6th, 2021 Theme: Statewide Assistive Technology Program Directory
Statewide Assistive Technology Programs support individuals with disabilities, service providers and others learning about, accessing, and acquiring assistive technology (AT) needed for education, employment, and community living. Find your Statewide Assistive Technology Program here: https://www.at3center.net/stateprogram
Week 2 – May 13th, 2021 Theme: Assistive Technology in Education
What are some examples of assistive technology? This 3-minute video gives several examples of low-tech and high-tech assistive technology for use in the classroom: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eKWX8twpBEw
Week 3 – May 20th, 2021 Theme: Understanding Accessible Education Materials (AEM)
Ever wonder where accessible materials and assistive technology should be addressed in an IEP or 504 plan? This article details the student’s rights to timely access to AEMs (Accessible Educational Materials) as it relates to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Section 504: https://aem.cast.org/binaries/content/assets/common/publications/aem/right-of-students-timely-manner-2021.pdf
Week 4 – May 27th, 2021 Theme: Family Information Guide on Assistive Technology
How does assistive technology (AT) change when planning for transition? This in-depth guide offers an introduction to transition and assistive technology, laws governing accommodations and transition, a glossary of AT terms and additional resources: https://osepideasthatwork.org/sites/default/files/at_guide_english.pdf