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Everyday Assistive Technology (AT) in the
Classroom Nina Gregory
FDLRS Gulfcoast Parent Services and Assistive Technology Resource Teacher, Serving Pasco County Schools
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Training Specifics:Component Title: ESE Technology TrainingComponent Number: 03-100-001Inservice Points: 4
Training Objectives: Participants will:
Analyze the S.E.T.T Framework for considering Assistive Technology (AT) in the classroomInvestigate current Assistive Technology already in place in their schoolInvestigate possible tools that will assist students in the classroomExplore Assistive Technology options available from the Assistive Technology Team
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Assistive TechnologyThe term assistive technology device means any item, piece of equipment, or product system, whether acquired commercially off the shelf, modified, or customized, that is used to increase, maintain or improve functional capabilities of children with disabilities." (20 U.S.C. §1401(a)(25)).Students with disabilities can use a variety of assistive technologies and accommodations that target accessibility issues, depending on their challenge. Some have print disabilities and need text converted into digital format to be read aloud or altered in presentation. Some have fine and gross motor limitations and need alternate keyboards or switch access to control a computer. Others may have visual impairments and require screen readers or screen magnification.
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5 Step Model for Considering AT
1.Review present levels of performance2.Develop goals and objectives3. Identify task necessary to accomplish
goals4.Determine which tasks are currently
difficult or inaccessible by the student5. Identify appropriate supports and
services, including Assistive Technology resources, to access the classroom curriculum
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What is the SETT Framework?
Developed by Dr. Joy Zabala The SETT Framework is a tool that helps T/IEP teams gather and organize information that can be used to guide collaborative decisions about services that foster the educational success of students with disabilities SETT is an acronym for Student, Environment, Tasks, and Tools
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SETT FrameworkStudent Environment
Tasks Tools
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Low Tech – High Tech Considerations
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Who should be involved in the SETT Process?All members of the student’s T/IEP team:
Basic Ed TeacherESE TeacherSpeech TherapistOT/PT Vision TeacherDHH TeacherPI TeacherAdministratorParentStudent
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Student
What is the individual expected to accomplish?What are the individual’s special needs as related to the task?What are the individual’s current abilities?What are the functional areas of concern?
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Environment
What are the structural and physical arrangements of the environment?What supports are available to both student and staff?What materials and equipment are currently available?What are the physical, instructional, and technology access issues?What are the attitudes and expectations of the staff and family?
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Tasks
What specific tasks occur in the individual's environment that enables progress toward mastery of IEP goals?What specific tasks are required for active involvement in the identified environments – such as communication and participation?
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Tools
Is it expected that the student will not be able to make reasonable progress toward educational goals without assistive technology devices and services?If yes, describe what a useful system of supports, devices, and services for the student would be like if there were such a system of TOOLSBrainstorm specific Tools that could be included in a system that addresses student needsSelect the most promising Tools for trials in natural environmentsPlan the specifics of the trial (expected changes, when/how tools will be used, cues, etc.)
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Assistive Technology Currently in Place
What Assistive Technology is currently being implemented at your school?Which student population is using Assistive Technology ? How? Why?Is Assistive Technology being used in classrooms to assist students with curriculum access?
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Assistive Technology Tools to Assist in the Classroom
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Assistive Technology Tools to Assist in the Classroom
Technology Resources:FDLRS Gulfcoast Wikispaces…
https://techtoolsforsuccess.wikispaces.com
https://digitaltextessentials.wikispaces.com
Exploring New Territories
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Funding Assistive Technology
There are many ways to fund Assistive Technology Resources for the classroom
Discuss availability of funds with AdministrationCoordinate with Technology Specialist regarding funds available for Assistive Technology resources that can benefit all studentsLead MoneySAC/PTSA moneyGrantsFundraisers (such as Autism Walks)
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Assistive Technology/CORE Team Options & Assistance
REMEMBER – The AT/CORE Team is available to help with implementation/training at any time during this process
School based AT Liaisons (trained by the AT/CORE Team) are also available to assist with the S.E.T.T. process and AT evaluation process, if needed
Some of the services available include but are not limited to:
Equipment loan Modeling the use of recommendationsTraining (teacher/student) Creating materialsWorking with teams to evaluate progress and revise recommendations as needed
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AT/CORE Team Contact Information
Office located at Charles Rushe Middle School
Phone: Ext. 61354 813-346-1354,
727-246-1354 or 352-526-1354Fax: 813-346-1291
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FDLRS Contact Information
Nina GregoryFDLRS Gulfcoast Parent Services and Assistive Technology Resource Teacher
Phone: 727-774 2630