IATP Statewide Conference 2019

Discover the Possibilities

The Evolving Role of AT Across Education, Employment and

Community Living

Presented by Janet Peters, M.Ed.

Center for Inclusive Technology & Education Systems

About me

Janet Peters

Center for Inclusive Technology &Education Systems (CITES)

jpeters@cast.org

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@JanetLPeters

Learning Targets for the Session

•Understand the terminology of technology when used by people with disabilities

•Gain knowledge on the benefits and barriers emerging technologies pose

•Learn about the Center on Inclusive Technology & Education Systems

A Look Back ….

The History of Assistive Technology

Source: Louisiana Department of Education AT and the IEP Course

Assistive Technology Drives Innovation

A Snapshot of Assistive Technology Today

Emerging Assistive Technology Trends

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What is Assistive Technology?

Assistive technology devices are identified in the IDEA 2004 as:

•Any item, piece of equipment or product system, whether acquired commercially off the shelf,

modified, or customized, that is used to increase, maintain, or improve the functional capabilities of

children with disabilities.

Assistive Technology in Adult Contexts

Accommodations

Assistive Technology

Job Restructuring

Flexible Leave Policies

Note Taker

Quiet Room for Testing

Extended time on exams

Turn and Talk Activity

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What is Universal Design?

Universal Design Applied to Technology

What is Accessible Technology?

Improving Access Through Standards and A Framework• Perceivable

• Operable

• Understandable

• Robust

Web Content Accessibility Guidelines 2.0 “AA” Level

1.1 Text Alternatives1.2 Time-based Media1.3 Adaptable1.4 Distinguishable2.1 Keyboard Accessible2.2 Enough Time2.3 Seizures2.4 Navigable3.1 Readable3.2 Predictable3.3 Input Assistance4.1 Compatible

Perceivable

Operable

Usable

Robust

But What About Emerging Technologies?

Turn and Talk Activity 2

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Virtual Reality

Computer-generated simulation of a three-dimensional image or

environment that can be interacted with in a seemingly real or physical

way by a person using special electronic equipment, such as a

helmet with a screen inside or gloves fitted with sensors.

Teacher View - Guided Questions

Teacher Script

Paused by Teacher

Demonstration and Activity with Virtual

An Integrated Technology Ecosystem - CITES

Get Involved with CITES

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Final Questions?

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