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AT listed in the IEP is not physically available in the classroom
Symptom: AT listed in the IEP is not physically available in the classroom
Symptom Group: AT is not present
Reason: No individual has taken responsibility for the AT.
Reason Group: Lack of common goal
Action: Meet with staff to determine why set up is being delayed. Assign specific tasks to all appropriate individuals
Resource: SETT and ReSETT: Concepts for AT Implementation
Zabala, J., Bowser, G., & Korsten, J. (2004). SETT and ReSETT: Concepts for AT Implementation. Closing the Gap, 23,5, November 2004.
This Closing the Gap newsletter article introduces the concept of using the SETT Framework as a tool for assistive technology implementation planning.
Type: publication
Cost: Online at CTG
Reason: There is a pattern of non-use of AT.
Reason Group: Lack of common goal
Action: Meet with principal to discuss legal implications and his/her role in remedying the situation. If this fails, bring special education director into subsequent meeting.
Resource: Technology Integration: Improving Access to the Curriculum for Student with Disabilities
: Warger, C. (Ed.). (2005). Technology Integration: Improving Access to the Curriculum for Students with Disabilities. Arlington, VA: Technology and Media Division of CEC This manual addresses several areas including integrating technology into mathematics and content area literacy instruction. Available to purchase from www.tamcec.org
Type: publication
Cost: $20
Resource: Providing AT: A Legal Perspective
This training module from Texas Assistive Technology Network: Providing Assistive Technology: A Legal Perspective includes powerpoint slides, presenter notes and handouts. It can be downloaded for free from: http://www.texasat.net/default.aspx?name=trainmod.legal
Type: publication
Cost: 0
Resource: IDEA 2004
Refer to IDEA 2004 (http://idea.ed.gov or http://www.wrightslaw.com) or to state law and district policy and procedures
Type: website