Technology is advancing very quickly. Things like self-driving cars are part of our everyday reality. What does this advancement mean for people with disabilities? How can we leverage this technology to help children succeed in school? Below, we have provided some resources to help you come up with solutions to your child’s own needs. For an overview of what assistive technology is and what its uses are, check out this Assistive Technology Overview from PA Training and Technical Assistance Network (PaTTAN).
Consider the article 15 Assistive Technology Tools & Resources For Students With Disabilities from TeachThought. While TeachThought is directed towards teachers, this is helpful for parents too because of the examples of assistive technologies. Sometimes, parents may not know about what’s available. As a result, these assistive technologies do not get used. Parent-teacher conferences or meetings with your child’s care team are good opportunities to ask these questions. If your child is struggling, there is assistive technology available to help them succeed in the classroom. For example, the use of apps on phones or iPads. These apps can be extremely useful, cheap, and accessible tools. Check out the blog post 7 apps for kids with developmental disabilities to help at school from Easterseals Blog for more examples of what is possible. More apps can be found in the app store.
Be sure to check out these additional resources for more general information regarding assistive technology:
Additional Resources
- “Assistive Technology for Kids with Learning Disabilities: An Overview” — Reading Rockets
