2. With your partner brainstorm as many disabilities
that a child may have that begin with the following
letters:
For example: A is for Autism
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
L
M
N
O
P
Q
R
S
T
U
V
W
X
Y
Z

3. Definition:
The term Special need encompasses a
staggering array of diagnosis that varies from
mental retardation developmental delay,
mental health issues, behavioral problems
etc. In the pass, children with special needs
did not have the opportunity to learn until
the great innovation of technology.

5. Definition:
Assistive Technology refers to products,
devices or equipments that are used to
maintain, increase or improve the functional
capabilities of individuals with disabilities.

6. Communication Aid:
•Speech and augmentative communication Aids
•Writing and Typing Aid
Computer Access Aid:
Hardware and Software
•Alternative Input Devices
•Alternative Output Devices
•Accessible Software
•Universal Design

7. Daily Living Aids:
•Clothing and Dressing Aids
•Eating and Cooking Aids
•Home Maintenance Aids
•Toileting and Bathing Aids
Education and Learning Aids:
Cognitive Aids;
•Include cognitive software that focus on categorization,
matching, association, reasoning, decision making,
problem solving, memory skills, perceptual skills, talking
word processing, word prediction/completion software,
cognitive retraining or rehabilitation tools

8. Environmental Aids:
•Environmental Controls and Switches
•Home-Workplace Adaptations
Ergonomic Equipment:
•Low-tech assistive equipment or devices designed to
reduce the likelihood of repetitive stress injuries often
associated with work related situation
Hearing and Listening Aids:
Mobility and Transportation Aids:
•Ambulatory Aids
•Scooters and Power Chairs
•Wheelchairs
•Vehicle conversions

9. Prosthetics and Orthotics:
•Replacement; This is the replacement of body parts with artificial
limbs or other orthotic aids
Recreation and Leisure Aids:
•Sports Aids
•Toys and Games
•Travel Aids
Seating and Positioning Aids:
Vision and Reading Aids:
Services:

10. Here are a few examples of assistive technology equipment used
in a special education classroom to assist students with special
needs.

12.  List two ways you think assisted technology
improved the life of a student with a
disability.