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Assistive Technology

January 2016 | 328 pages | SAGE Publications, Inc
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Succinct, yet comprehensive, Assistive Technology is designed to help educators better understand assistive technology and how it can support students with disabilities from early childhood through the transition into adulthood. This practical book is organized around the purpose of technology and the support it can provide rather than a student’s disability categorization. Grounded in research and filled with engaging case studies and activities, author Emily C. Bouck offers an unbiased depiction of the advantages and limitations of technology. Readers are exposed to a full range of assistive technology including  up-to-date coverage of low- and high-technology, as well as free and for-purchase options that can be used to support students with disabilities.

 
Chapter 1: Assistive Technology Background
Assistive Technology

 
Universal Design for Learning

 
Perspectives of Assistive Technology in this Textbook

 
 
Chapter 2: Assistive Technology Frameworks
Assistive Technology Decision-Making

 
Assistive Technology Selection Tools and Resources

 
Assistive Technology and the IEP

 
 
Chapter 3: Assistive Technology for Communication
AAC Categorization

 
AAC Decisions-Making

 
Research on AAC

 
 
Chapter 4: Assistive Technology for Mobility and Positioning
Assistive Technology for Mobility

 
Assistive Technology for Positioning and Seating

 
 
Chapter 5: Assistive Technology for Computer Access
Assistive Technology for Computer Access

 
Assistive Technology for Mobile Devices

 
Built-In Accessibility

 
Web 2.0 and Apps

 
 
Chapter 6: Assistive Technology for Vision and Hearing
Assistive Technology for Vision

 
Assistive Technology for Hearing

 
Assistive Technology to Support Students Who are Deaf-Blind

 
Web 2.0 and Apps

 
 
Chapter 7: Assistive Technology to Support Behavior and Organization
Organization

 
Management and Monitoring

 
Social Skills and Social Emotional Development

 
Sensory

 
Web 2.0 and Apps

 
 
Chapter 8: Assistive Technology as Instructional Aids
Reading

 
Writing

 
Mathematics

 
Science & Social Studies

 
Study Skills

 
Online and Hybrid Education

 
Web 2.0 and Apps

 
 
Chapter 9: Assistive Technology to Enhance Independence and Transition
Assistive Technology for Transition & Post-School Experiences

 
 
Chapter 10: Assistive Technology for Young Children
Technology for Young Children

 
Assistive Technology for Young Children

 
Apps for Young Children with Disabilities

 

“Practitioner oriented with many great resources”

Yeunjoo Lee
California State University, Bakersfield

“Breakdown of topics is logical and useful”

Scott Sparks
Ohio University

“Well written, good solid foundational information related to AT”

Mike Marotta
Felician College

We will use this as reference for our course and to support students looking for intervention strategies.

Mrs Jan Beechey
Education and Training , Dyslexia Action
October 24, 2016
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A very handy and comprehensive text; the associated website is also very useful

Mrs Branwen Bingle
Institute of Education, Worcester University
September 13, 2016
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Key features

KEY FEATURES:   

  • An emphasis on using existing mainstream technology for assistive technology reflects the TPACK (Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge) framework.
  • Case studies provide real-life examples of assistive technology used by teachers to support students.
  • Perspective sections in every chapter focus on a range of different facets, such as Research-to-Practice of a particular technology, developing a Technology Mind Set, and connecting the technology to a curriculum.
  • Extension Activities encourage further exploration, such as watching a video – in class or on their own – that is relevant to the technology presented in the chapter.
  • Hands-on Application Activities encourage readers to engage with the different technology resources referenced in each chapter.
  • Suggestions for Web 2.0 and app-based assistive technology inform readers to a range of assistive technology options to consider given the current (and predicted future) trend toward more mobile and personalized technology.
 

Sample Materials & Chapters

Chapter 7

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