Resources for School Age Individuals
- Assistive Technology and IDEA Fact Sheet
- Students with Disabilities Transition from High School to College Oklahoma Association on Higher Education and Disability © 1999
- ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY CHECKLIST, PDF Version, Text Version Below: from the Wisconsin Assistive Technology Initiative, (1977) (page added 6/7/00)
Writing Mechanics of Writing
Pencil/pen with adaptive grip
Adapted paper (e.g. raised line, highlighted lines)
Slantboard
Typewriter
Portable word processor
Computer
Other:
Computer Access
Keyboard with/Easy Access or Access DOS
Word prediction, abbreviation/expansion to reduce keystrokes
Keyguard
Arm support (e.g. Ergo Rest)
Track ball/track pad/joystick w/on-screen keyboard
Alternate keyboard (e.g. IntelliKeys, Discover Board, TASH)
Mouth stick/Head Master/Tracker w/on-screen keyboard
Switch with Morse code
Switch with scanning
Voice recognition software
Other:
Reading, Studying, and Math Reading
Changes in text size, spacing, color, background color
Book adapted for page turning (e.g. page fluffers, 3- ring binder)
Use of pictures with text (e.g. Picture It, Writing with Symbols)
Talking electronic device/software to pronounce challenging words (e.g. Franklin Bookman, American Heritage Dictionary)
Scanner with OCR and talking word processor
Electronic books
Other:
Composing Written Material
Word cards/word book/word wall
Pocket dictionary/thesaurus
Electronic/talking electronic dictionary/thesaurus/spell checker (e.g. Franklin Bookman)
Word processor w/spell checker/gramrnar checker
Word processor w/word prediction (e.g. Co:Writer) to facilitate spelling and sentence construction
Talking word processor for multisensory typing
Multimedia software for expression of ideas (assignments)
Voice recognition software
Other:
Learning/Studying
Print or picture schedule
Low tech aids to find materials (i.e. index tabs, color coded folders)
Highlight text (e.g. markers, highlight tape, ruler, etc.)
Voice output reminders for assignments, steps of task, etc.
Software for manipulation of objects/concept development (e.g. Blocks in Motion, Toy Store)- may use alternate input device, e.g. switch, touch window
Recorded material (books on tape, taped lectures with number coded index, etc.)
Other:
Communication
Communication board/book with pictures/objects/letters/words
Eye gaze board/frame
Simple voice output device (e.g. BigMack, Cheap Talk, Voice in a Box, MicroVoice, Talking Picture Frame, Hawk)
Voice output device w/levels (e.g. 6 Level Voice in a Box, Macaw, Digivox)
Voice output device w/icon sequencing (e.g. Alpha Talker, Liberator, Chatbox)
Voice output device w/dynamic display (e.g, Dynavox, Speaking Dynamically w/laptop computer/Freestyle) Device w/speech synthesis for typing (e.g. Cannon Communicator, Link, Write:Out Loud w/laptop computer)
Other:
Math
Abacus/Math Line
Calculator/calculator with print out
Talking calculator
Calculator w/large keys and/or large LCD print out
On-screen calculator
Software with cueing for math computation (may use adapted input methods)
Software for manipulation of objects
Tactile/voice output measuring devices (e.g. clock, ruler)
Other:
Recreation & Leisure
Adapted toys and games (e.g. toy with adaptive handle)
Use of battery interrupter and switch to operate a toy
Adaptive sporting equipment (e.g. lighted/bell ball, Velcro mitt)
Universal cuff to hold crayons, rnarkers, paint brush
Modified utensils (e.g. rollers, stampers, scissors)
Ergo Rest to support arm for drawing/painting
Drawing/graphic program on computer (e.g. Kid Pix, Blocks in Motion)
Playing games on the computer
Music software on computer
Other:
Activities of Daily Living (ADLS)
Adaptive eating devices (e.g. foam handle on utensil)
Adapted drinking devices (e.g. cup with cut out rim)
Adapted dressing equipment (e.g. button hook, reacher)
Other:
Mobility
Walker
Grab rails
Manual wheelchair
Powered mobility toy (e.g. Cooper Car, GoBot)
Powered wheelchair w/joystick, head switch or sip/puff control
Other:
Environmental Control
Light switch extension
Use of Powerlink and switch to turn on electrical appliances (e.g. radio, fan, blender, etc.)
Radio/ultra sound/remote controlled appliances
Other:
Vision
Eyeglasses
Magnifier
Large print books
CCTV (closed circuit television)
Screen magnifier (mounted over screen)
Screen magnification software (e.g. CloseView, Zoom Text)
Screen reader (e.g. OutSpoken), text reader
Braille translation software
Braille printer
Enlarged or Braille/tactile labels for key board
Alternate keyboard with enlarged keys
Braille keyboard and note taker (e.g. Braille 'n speak)
Other:
Hearing
Pen and paper
Computer/portable word processor
TTY for phone access w/or w/o relay
Signaling device (e.g. flashing light or vibrating pager)
Closed captioning
Real Time captioning
Computer aided notetaking
Screen flash for alert signals on computer
Personal amplification system
Hearing Aid
FM system
Loop system
Infrared system
Phone amplifier
Other:
Comments:
CUSTOMARY ENVIRONMENTS WHERE DEVICES WILL BE USED
1. Environment ______________________________________________________
Tasks _____________________________________________________________
Person responsible for implementation _____________________________________
Days to be used ______________________________________________________
Times to be used _____________________________________________________
2. Environment ______________________________________________________
Tasks _____________________________________________________________
Person responsible for implementation _____________________________________
Days to be used ______________________________________________________
Times to be used _____________________________________________________
3. Environment ______________________________________________________
Tasks _____________________________________________________________
Person responsible for implementation _____________________________________
Days to be used ______________________________________________________
Times to be used _____________________________________________________
SPECIFIC DEVICES FOR TRIAL
Device #1 _________________________________________________________________
Date of trial initiation _________________________________________________________
Device trial review date _______________________________________________________
Source of Device for Trial _____________________________________________________
Contact person for technical assistance for trial ______________________________________
Manufacturer ______________________ Manufacturer technical assistance # ______________
Comments __________________________________________________________________
Device #2 _________________________________________________________________
Date of trial initiation _________________________________________________________
Device trial review date _______________________________________________________
Source of Device for Trial _____________________________________________________
Contact person for technical assistance for trial ______________________________________
Manufacturer ______________________ Manufacturer technical assistance # ______________
Comments __________________________________________________________________
Device #3 _________________________________________________________________
Date of trial initiation _________________________________________________________
Device trial review date _______________________________________________________
Source of Device for Trial _____________________________________________________
Contact person for technical assistance for trial ______________________________________
Manufacturer ______________________ Manufacturer technical assistance # ______________
Comments __________________________________________________________________
Date of Extended Assessment Planning: ______________________________________
Student Data
Student Name _________________________________
Parent Name __________________________________
Parent Phone __________________________________
Parent Email ___________________________________
Parent Address _________________________________
Date of Birth______________ CA: _________________
Disability ______________________________________
IEP Date ______________________________________
Medicaid ID# if applicable _________________________
Medical Diagnosis if applicable ______________________
SSN# _________________________________________
Grade/Placement____________ Student #______________
School _________________________________________
School Address __________________________________
School Phone ____________________________________
Team Members
AT Extended Assessment Coordinator
Name _____________________________
Title ______________________________
Phone _____________________________
Email _____________________________
Other Team Members
Name _________________Title ________
Phone _____________________________
Email ______________________________
Name _________________Title ________
Phone _____________________________
Email ______________________________
Name _________________Title ________
Phone _____________________________
Email ______________________________
OVERALL GOAL FOR DEVICE USE
Goal for Device:
How will we know if the trial is successful?
What level of achievement is reasonable to expect during the trial period?
How will we know if the trial is not working (what criteria will we use to stop)?
EXTENDED ASSESSMENT SUMMARY (to be completed at the end of the assessment)
How did the child's performance change when using the devices?
How did the student like using each device?
Did the student prefer one of the devices?
What are the advantages of using the device?
What are the disadvantages of using the devices?
How long can the child be expected to use the devices?
EXTENDED ASSESSMENT TEAM RECOMMENDATION