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Assistive Technology

 

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Assistive Technology Devices and Services Defined

An assistive technology device is any “item, piece of equipment or product system, whether acquired commercially off the shelf, modified, or customized, that is used to increase, maintain, or improve functional capabilities of a child with a disability. The term does not include a medical device that is surgically implanted or the replacement of that device.” [20 USCS §1401(1)(2)34 C.F.R. 300.5]. 

An assistive technology service refers to any service that directly assists a child with a disability in the selection, acquisition, or use of an assistive technology device. This includes the following for a child with a disability: 

The evaluation of the needs of such a child, including a functional evaluation of the child in his or her customary environment; 

Purchasing, leasing, or otherwise providing for the acquisition of assistive technology devices by children with disabilities; 

Selecting, designing, fitting, customizing, adapting, applying, maintaining, repairing, or replacing assistive technology devices; 

Coordinating and using other therapies, interventions, or services with assistive technology devices; 

Training or technical assistance for a child with a disability, or, if appropriate, the child’s family; and 

Training or technical assistance for professionals, employers, or other individuals who provide services to, employ, or are otherwise substantially involved in the major life functions of that child. 

Assistive Technology Guidance

IDEA

OSEP - On January 22, 2024, the Office of Educational Technology and the Office of Special Education Programs published guidance in support of children with disabilities who need assistive technology (AT) devices and services for meaningful access and engagement in education. View the AT guidance and accompanying Dear Colleague Letter (available in English and Spanish) on the provision of assistive technology devices and services for children with disabilities under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).

The Myths and Facts Surrounding Assistive Technology Devices and Services document is designed to increase understanding of the IDEA’s AT requirements, dispel common misconceptions regarding AT, and provide examples of the use of AT devices and services for children with disabilities and to highlight the different requirements under Part C and Part B of IDEA. 

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ADE Short-Term Assistive Technology (AT) Loan Library

The Short-Term Assistive Technology Loan Library though the Exceptional Student Services at the Arizona Department of Education in partnership with NAU’s Arizona Technology Access Program is pleased to make available at no cost, a wide variety of assistive technology devices, equipment, software and professional development materials to school personnel in order to improve access to assistive technology. 

Assistive Technology Resources

Consideration  

  • SETT 
  • Consideration Guide 
  • Hey, Can I try that? 
  • ¡Oye! ¿Puedo yo intentar eso? (Spanish version) 

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Statewide Assistive Technology Specialists 

Phone: (602) 542-4013 

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