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These tools can help them work around their challenges while playing to their strengths.
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There are AT tools to help students who struggle with listening, math, executive functioning, reading and writing. The variety of available AT tools has grown rapidly in recent years. Despite the word “technology,” not all AT tools are high-tech. AT ranges from simple adaptive tools (like highlighters and organizers) to high-tech tools (like text-to-speech software).
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IDEA also says the school district is responsible for choosing and purchasing the technology. The school must train its staff and your child to use it.
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t’s important to keep in mind that AT’s role is to assist your child’s learning. It doesn’t replace good teaching, but it can be used in addition to well-designed instruction.
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More information on what assistive technology is to better help parents and teachers understand why a child may be using AT.
