Talk with staff members to determine which tasks they are most concerned about, then plan and provide training that specifically addresses the use of tools to accomplish those tasks.
Resource: AT Trainers' Handbook
Reed, Kaplan, & Bowser, (2009) AT Trainer’s Handbook , NATE Network, Roseburg, OR, http://natenetwork.org
Available online or for purchase in hard copy at http://natenetwork.org
The ”Before the Training “Chapter offers ideas about ways to develop a specific training plan that will meet the needs of the audience. When AT implementaiton plans are implemented, this resource can help to identify the kinds of training that is needed by all those involved.
Type: publication
Cost: Free Online.
Resource: Routines/Tools and Strategies form
Routine/Tools and Strategies Form: This form helps the team idenfiy the tools and strategies that will be needed for each part of a child's day.
Type: form
Cost: AT Help Desk