Assistive Technology Lab Scavenger Hunt
Use the clues and resources posted around the lab to answer the following questions:
- What are the 13 disability categories covered under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)?
- Explore the lab and the IRIS Module on AT (QR Code Scan) to answer the following questions:
- What is an AT device/service?
- How can IEP teams ensure they are considering AT needs/addressing AT on the IEP (Use the Incorporating AT Into the IEP QR Code Scan)?
- What is the difference between no tech, low tech, and high tech AT?
- Refer to the AT Timeline and identify milestones in the development of AT for individuals with various needs.
- What are the major provisions of the Assistive Technology Act?
- Compare and contrast Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and AT.
- What skills can the Teach Town and Boardmaker programs be used for?
- Find the Kidspiration software at the Academics station. What can this be used for?
- Locate the ONYX, SARA CE, RUBY, and talking calculator. What are the features of these machines? What would advantages and disadvantages of each?
- Use clues in the Tips to make Print More Readable QR Code Scan to identify the stations displaying color contrast schemes recommended for individuals with visual impairments.
- Using any iPad in the lab:
- Open Safari and navigate to www.learningally.org. Browse the library of audio books. Who could benefit from this resource?
- Access the iPad app ‘Learning Ally Audio’ and open a title.
- Explore the Daily Living Station/QR Code for Household Products by MaxiAids and find one adaption that you had not previously thought about and describe how it can be useful.
- With a partner, participate in the simulations at each station and write a reflection about your experience with each.