Task

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You are dedicated to supporting this student in your class. While in the process of taking this course, you have become aware of assistive technology laws, process, and some assistive technology tools to support educational areas of need. This information may be used to support the student in accessing the curriculum and participating in class. You have also learned the similarities and differences between Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and Assistive Technology (AT).

You will research assistive technology definitions, laws, processes, and tools. You will gather information and write a //professional letter// to your district explaining why the student needs assistive technology to achieve his/her task goal. Included in this letter will be (1) information on the student's disability, (2) the definition of AT and how it differs from UDL, (3) AT laws and the IEP, (4) AT process, and (5) what you would like to trial. This information will be reported back to the student’s IEP team including your administration, teachers, and parents.

You will also include an additional resource (1) Evaluation of an AT Tool OR (2) AT Resource Guide.