Assistive Technology in the Classroom
Language and Communication
Form and Function of Communication
Communication Goals and Objectives
Assistive Technology
100
Number line, enlarged worksheets, calculators, talking clocks or a voice output measuring device are all examples of assistive technology that can be used with what subject?
Math
100
Type of language training that incorporates tasks like discriminating objects, responding to commands, recognizing sounds, and answering to own name.
What is Receptive Language
100
What are the different forms of communication?
sounds, pointing, signing, gesturing, talking
100
It is important to look at _________ and ____________ environments to determine communication goals.
Home and school
100
Using assistive technology helps support __________ in the general education classroom
Inclusion
200
What types of assistive technology could you use if a student is having difficulty with writing or with composing written pieces?
(Any reasonable answer) May include: Pencil grips, adapted paper, writing templates, word processors, word card, spell check, special software.
200
Child is taught next series of skills in sequence of normal development, greetings, requesting behaviors, etc.
What is expressive language
200
Why is communication important for learners with severe disabilities?
Communication increases the ability of the learner to influence and participate in the natural environment.
200
The use of aids or techniques that supplement existing vocal or verbal communication systems.
What is augmentative communication
200
A simple device, such as a magnifying glass, to a complex device, such as a computerized communication system (pp. 428).
What is Assistive Technology
300
This is used to control the cursor on the screen without use of hands. Devices include ultrasound, infrared beams, eye movements, nerve signals, or brain waves.
What is Electronic pointing device
300
This training includes real conversations, requests for attention and assistance, and question asking and answering.
What is alternative-functional communication training
300
What could be the instrumental function for a student who reaches their hand toward a toy or food.
Request for food or object
300
How do you facilitate generalization of the communication goals?
Teach in many different situations and environments using a variety of people within each lesson.
300
What is the biggest factor that prevents many students from acquiring assistive technology devices?
COST!
400
These devices are worn on the head, held in the mouth, or strapped to the child and used to press keys on the keyboard.
Wands and sticks
400
What are the main problems with traditional language programs?
Acquisition rates are slow and skills are not generalized into natural environment
400
Functions that serve to make requests, protest, respond to social initiative, ask for reward or affection, seek comfort, express interest in the environment, etc.
What are communicative functions for students with severe disabilities
400
How can you assess students with severe disabilities to determine their goals?
Parent interviews, checklists, ecological inventories, and observations
400
Computers, calculators, projectors, smart boards, tape, recorders, software, and handheld devices used in classrooms
What is General Technology
500
Describe at least 6 areas where the use of assistive technology can be beneficial in supporting students.
(answer includes at least 6 of the following) 1) Computer access 2) Composing written material 3) Communication 4) Reading 5) Learning and studying 6) Math 7) Mobility 8) Vision 9) Hearing
500
What is the difference between language and communication?
Language is an organized set of symbols, like spoken word or sign language. Communication is broader. They may have language but CANNOT communicate or they may not have language but CAN communicate.
500
What are the 3 levels of development that form of communication can be dependent on?
Presymbolic, emerging symbolic, and symbolic communication
500
What are the guidelines for instruction of communication routines?
1) Identify relevant contexts 2) Teach for generalization 3) Facilitate initiated communication 4) Provide consequences that are natural
500
Using technology supports within the classroom aids in enhancing the learning for _____________.
Students with "invisible" learning disabilities
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