Assistive Technology: What It Is Assistive technology (AT) refers to any tool, device, or system—low-tech or high-tech—that helps students with disabilities access learning and communicate more effectively. It doesn’t cure a disability but provides alternate pathways for reading, writing, speaking, or organizing information, supporting greater independence in the classroom. Challenges of Assistive Technology Despite its benefits, AT comes with challenges....
Autism has potential in every learner. It is not a limitation but a different way of experiencing and engaging with the world. Every autistic learner brings unique strengths, perspectives, and talents that enrich classrooms, communities, and society. When our focus goes from deficits to abilities, we uncover creativity, resilience, and innovation. Supporting autistic learners means recognizing their individuality, providing the right...
This videos shows different perspectives of the world and the ways to interact with it. It also reminded the author of the movie Rain Man with Dustin Hoffman. He was autistic and could take a box of toothpicks and know precisely how many fell and how many were left. Then, later, he used that awesome talent in Las Vegas to count...
Autism, also called autism spectrum disorder (ASD), is a lifelong neurodevelopmental condition that affects how a person communicates, interacts socially, and experiences the world. It is described as a “spectrum” because symptoms and abilities vary widely among individuals.
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