Assistive Technology for Students with Learning Disabilities: Perceptions of Students and their Parents
Year: 2013
Type: article
Abstract: Assistive technology refers to “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 the functional capabilities of a child with a disability” (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, 2004). Relevant assistive technology for students with learning disabilities includes, but is not limited to, computer programs that provide textto-speech (Kurzweil 3000), speech-to-text (Dragon Naturally Speaking), word prediction capabilities (WordQ), and graphic organizers (Inspiration).
Author: Gabrielle Young
Institution: Memorial University of Newfoundland
Language: English
Subfield: Occupational Therapy
Field: Health Professions
Domain: Health Sciences
SDG: Quality education
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W1953295019