Assistive technology (AT) encompasses devices, software, and systems designed to enhance the learning experiences and functional abilities of students with disabilities. In special education, AT plays ...

Connor Archer still has a 2004 Mac iBook G4 laptop computer in his office. He doesn’t use it, but he thinks about it daily. Archer was diagnosed with autism at age 3 and remained nonverbal until 5.

For K–12 students who can’t use hand- or voice-activated assistive tech, the tongue-operated MouthPad could be revolutionary. A new tongue-operated device could mean K–12 students with disabilities ...

With new guidance, the U.S. Department of Education is pushing schools to ensure that all students with disabilities have the assistive technology they need and the supports to use it effectively. The ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Accessibility features in mainstream technology are not as reliable as those in dedicated assistive devices.

The field of Assistive Technology (AT) encompasses an array of innovations designed to empower individuals with disabilities and enhance everyday autonomy. When combined with user‐centred design ...

Individuals who return to work through Social Security’s Ticket to Work (TTW) Program can benefit greatly and are more likely to have a positive transition when they can access the latest assistive ...

The term 'assistive technology' incorporates a wide variety of devices. Assistive technology can be supportive, preventive or responsive. The increasing proportion of older people in the population ...

ROCHESTER ― As technology continues to evolve at a rapid pace, one local organization is hoping to give Beaver County residents a chance to get hands-on experiences with devices that can assist people ...