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See lists intended to guide instruction using UDL principles without the aid of high level technology (i.e. low tech). Low tech may include items that are readily accessible in most classrooms and require minimal cost to produce.

Wiki from a teacher of the visually impaired with lots of contemporary information about tools, strategies, and techniques for educating students who are blind or who have low-vision.

This video of an archived webinar by the Center on Technology And Disability features many tools and strategies useful in helping students with reading and writing. It is hosted by LCPS AT Trainer Chris Bugaj and done in a fun Jeopardy style format.

Highlighter tape as a low tech assistive technology device!

Episode #64 features a description of a low-tech strategy for improving handwriting skills.

Episode #64 features a description of a low-tech strategy for improving handwriting skills.

"The LCPS Assistive Technology Team created the lending library to enhance the educational experience and provide access for all LCPS students. Materials available in the lending library include theme-based books with manipulatives, shoebox work tasks/skill builders, adapted toys, and professional resources. Many titles exist and more are on the way. We are always open to ideas and suggestions!"

Looking for accessible activities to help students learn basic math concepts? The LCPS AT Lending Library now offers MATHLIT (Math Assistive Technology Hands-On Literature Integration Tools) Kits for LCPS staff to use with students. Each kit has a different math-themed storybook with lots of engaging high tech and low tech materials.

Free text-to-speech application that utilizes the Microsoft voices to read text via Windows clipboard from any program. Additional features include adjustable voice speed (rate), low vision color option, and more

free text to speech software

CODES infor "Overlays You will need Boardmaker installed on your computer to open most of these files. Communication Books, Storybags, Low Tech Communication Kits, Tech 8/32 overlays, Games Pack Overlays Timetables" The CODES Framework now has its own website, please click on link to visit page http://codesframework.wordpress.com/ The Codes Framework - What is a successful AAC communicator and how do we know the individual is an effective communicator?

Educating Students Who Need Intensive Supports in a UDL Environment This slide presentation was developed by participants of the 2012 Ohio Center for Autism and Low Incidence (OCALI) Conference to provide an overview of how students with disabilities (who need intensive supports) can be served in an educational environment that has integrated the principles of Universal Design for Learning.

"These materials are supplemental to those found in the Pixon Project Kit"

This link will connect you to a wealth of low tech communication resources and strategies using Pixon core vocabulary symbols.

"Widgit Symbol Resource Packs Hundreds of free and low-cost symbol resource packs, created in partnership with professionals" see also "differentiated books"

AT Squared! Cindy and Tara LCPSAT

Resources for low tech to high tech math and science tools and strategies created with MS Office, free Internet downloads, or other inexpensive materials to provide access to math and science curricula

A video about low-tech ergonomic solutions using items commonly found around a school environment.

Website featuring different Free/low cost AT strategies. Site created and maintained by students.

Check out this interactive number line! Combining this online tool with our low tech tactile number line provides multisensory math supports for students with diverse learning needs.

RocketScience AT wiki is dedicated to providing ‍FREE or LOW cost resources ‍to teachers, parents, and individuals who have a disability.

This website, created by the Loudoun County Assistive Technology Team, provides links to resources for low tech to high tech math and science tools and strategies. They are created with Microsoft Office Suite, free Internet downloads, or other inexpensive materials to provide access to math and science curricula for all students. Includes cheat sheets for MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

Great place to learn and get certificate points for a reasonable price. You must take a look at the listing of modules available! Developed by the Ohio Center for Autism and Low Incidence (OCALI) in partnership with the Autism Society of America (ASA), the Nebraska Autism Spectrum Disorders Network, the National Professional Development Center on Autism Spectrum Disorders and Toronto's Geneva Centre for Autism, this series of online learning modules includes information on assessment and identification of ASDs, recognizing and understanding behaviors and characteristics, transition to adulthood, employment, and numerous evidence-based practices and interventions.

"Recognizing that CVI is the leading cause of visual impairment among children and cognizant of the need for highly qualified interventionists, four state deaf-blind projects embarked on a ten-year collaboration known as the "Cortical Visual Impairment Community of Practice". The Deaf-Blind Projects from Delaware, Maryland, Vermont, and West Virginia developed and implemented an innovative and successful professional development program which trained an interdisciplinary team of "CVI Mentors""