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Direct linkDalton, Elizabeth M.; Roush, Susan E. – Journal of Special Education Technology, 2010
The federal No Child Left Behind Act mandates the application of the principles of evidence-based practice (EBP) in U.S. education. The purpose of this study was to identify available assistive technology (AT) and educational technology (ET) literature that relates to standards and teacher competencies, and to categorize that literature in…
Descriptors: Assistive Technology, Educational Technology, Standards, Teacher Competencies
Birnbaum, Barry W.; Kritikos, Effie Papoutsis – Learning Disabilities: A Multidisciplinary Journal, 2008
The law clearly states how assistive technology is to be used for children with learning disabilities. This article focuses upon the different types of technology that can be used for children with learning disabilities and provides an overview of the different types of technology available. (Contains 4 tables.)
Descriptors: Learning Disabilities, Educational Technology, Assistive Technology, Children
Dyal, Allen; Carpenter, Laura Bowden; Wright, James V. – Education, 2009
For many students with disabilities to be successful learners in the general education curriculum, they must receive supplemental aids and services. Assistive Technology commonly referred to as AT, fits both the definition of supplemental aids as well as related services for students with disabilities. Assistive Technology services and devices…
Descriptors: Extracurricular Activities, General Education, Disabilities, Educational Technology
The Effectiveness of Video Tutorials for Teaching Preservice Educators to Use Assistive Technologies
Van Laarhoven, Toni; Munk, Dennis D.; Zurita, Leslie M.; Lynch, Kathleen; Zurita, Brian; Smith, Thomas; Chandler, Lynette – Journal of Special Education Technology, 2009
Students with disabilities are guaranteed access to assistive technologies (AT) by provisions of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEIA) (2004) and its predecessor, the Technology Related Assistance Act (Tech Act) (1988). Design and development of AT, including devices and software programs, has burgeoned to a point…
Descriptors: Preservice Teachers, Disabilities, Educational Technology, Assistive Technology
Download full textNational Archives and Records Administration, 2004
The Secretary amends the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) to remove obsolete regulations. As a result of the enactment of the Assistive Technology Act of 1998, these regulations are no longer needed. The Secretary therefore takes this action to remove the regulations. Part 345 is removed effective March 25, 2004.
Descriptors: Office Occupations, Educational Technology, Assistive Technology, Federal Regulation
Parette, Howard P., Jr. – Education and Training in Mental Retardation, 1991
This paper examines issues related to implementation of Public Law 100-407, the Technology-Related Assistance for Individuals with Disabilities Act of 1988, including the meaning of technology, the need for information systems, funding mechanisms, transportation needs, technology evaluation, hands-on experiences before purchasing, and training…
Descriptors: Assistive Devices (for Disabled), Disabilities, Educational Technology, Federal Aid
Department of Education, Washington, DC. – 1997
This technology information packet includes information about the technical aspects of access to technology, legal obligations concerning technology and individuals with disabilities, and a list of resources for further information and assistance. A question and answer section addresses: barriers to educational technology for students with…
Descriptors: Accessibility (for Disabled), Appropriate Technology, Assistive Devices (for Disabled), Disabilities
Peer reviewedGreenwood, Charles R. – Exceptional Children, 1994
This article introduces a special issue on technology-based assessment within special education. It notes the effects of the 1988 Technology-Related Assistance for Individuals with Disabilities Act and briefly reviews the nine papers in the issue. (DB)
Descriptors: Assistive Devices (for Disabled), Computer Assisted Testing, Disabilities, Educational Technology
Behrmann, Michael M. – 1995
This informational digest considers assistive technology for students with mild disabilities in the context of Public Law 100-407, the Technology-Related Assistance for Individuals with Disabilities Act of 1988 which was designed to enhance the availability and quality of assistive technology devices and services to people with disabilities and…
Descriptors: Assistive Devices (for Disabled), Communication Aids (for Disabled), Computer Uses in Education, Educational Media
Peer reviewedParette, Howard P., Jr.; VanBiervliet, Alan – Journal of Special Education Technology, 1990
A survey of the technology needs of 560 Arkansas school-age children with disabilities indicated needs for technology in all identified areas of life functioning, a credit plan to assist in purchasing technology, more information relating to technology, and transportation services to receive technological devices. (Author/JDD)
Descriptors: Assistive Devices (for Disabled), Disabilities, Educational Technology, Elementary Secondary Education
RESNA: Association for the Advancement of Rehabilitation Technology, Arlington, VA. – 1998
This report describes individual state projects under the Technology-Related Assistance for Individuals with Disabilities Act (Tech Act) that are addressing the needs and barriers identified by citizens with disabilities. Systems change activities are described under the following topics: (1) changes through policy and legislation; (2) changes…
Descriptors: Adults, Agency Cooperation, Assistive Devices (for Disabled), Change Strategies
Behrmann, June, Ed.; And Others – Marketplace, 1991
This document consists of seven newsletter issues containing the 3 year period 1989-1991. Major articles during this period have the following titles: "Special Educators Probe Promises and Pitfalls of Multimedia Today"; "NASA (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) Developed Technology for Students with Disabilities";…
Descriptors: Accessibility (for Disabled), Demography, Disabilities, Educational Technology
Massachusetts State Dept. of Education, Boston. – 1995
This guide is intended to provide information to Massachusetts school districts and families regarding the availability of, access to, and payment mechanisms for assistive technology devices and services. The first section answers 13 questions concerning topics such as the difference between an assistive technology device and an assistive…
Descriptors: Assistive Devices (for Disabled), Compliance (Legal), Educational Legislation, Educational Technology
