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Thomas, Cathy Newman; Peeples, Katherine N.; Kennedy, Michael J.; Decker, Mary – Intervention in School and Clinic, 2019
This article provides an overview of the literature on special education law and policy and teacher preparation for special education technology use and identifies current issues, focusing on four key obstacles regarding the status of special education technology access and implementation: (a) the mismatch between legal requirements, policy…
Descriptors: Special Education, Educational Technology, Assistive Technology, Access to Education
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Boyd, Tara K.; Hart Barnett, Juliet E.; More, Cori M. – Intervention in School and Clinic, 2015
Mobile technology has introduced a new communication opportunity for students with autism spectrum disorder. Tablets, like the iPad, allow users to customize applications for their needs. Users also have found iPads to be less stigmatizing because so many people own them and use them for various purposes. In the fast-paced world of technology,…
Descriptors: Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Educational Technology, Handheld Devices
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Zionch, Allenda – Intervention in School and Clinic, 2011
Today's students are digital natives. From computers to MP3 players, the everyday use of technology in society underscores the necessity of using technology in education. The use of digital simulations especially has had positive outcomes for students with disabilities in generalizing various life skills necessary for transition beyond high…
Descriptors: Computer Simulation, Disabilities, Educational Technology, Transitional Programs
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Bouck, Emily C.; Flanagan, Sara M. – Intervention in School and Clinic, 2010
Research on the positive impact of using concrete manipulatives in mathematics for students with high-incidence disabilities is clear. Maccini and Gagnon (2000) considered manipulatives to be a best practice in terms of educating students with high-incidence disabilities in mathematics. It would follow, then, that research on virtual manipulatives…
Descriptors: Incidence, Educational Technology, Special Education Teachers, Mathematics Instruction
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Koehler, Linda – Intervention in School and Clinic, 2007
The author presents 50 Web sites identified by preservice teachers as helpful in serving students with mild or moderate disabilities and their families. The Web sites cover the topics of academic supports; advocacy and family supports; professional organizations; social, emotional, and behavioral supports; technology; and transition support.
Descriptors: Web Sites, Internet, Preservice Teachers, Disabilities