Assistive Technology (AT) is defined as "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 student with a disability."
Individuals With Disabilities Educational Act (IDEA) 2014
In plain language, AT assists students with disabilities to increase their overall capacity to work, accomplish specific tasks or participate in activities that otherwise would be difficult or impossible.
Student, Environment, Tasks, and Tools (or SETT) is a four part method for collaborative decision making in AT. Use this
fillable PDF form
to get started. There is also the
Quick SETT form
for a faster representation of the same method.
Accommodations, Modifications, AT—Which One Is It?
This short article describes the difference between the alterations to student learning and gives examples of each.
MDE Assistive Technology Link
MDE AT Manual
Infinitec
— All Rum River Member Districts have access to the full library of training videos. There is an expansive section on Assistive Technology where you can watch a video, take a quiz (optional) and get some CEUs. Just click the Infinitec link, register using your school email, and search the library for Assistive Technlogy.
Lending Library
Lending libraries are a great way to borrow a device that has already been developed and tested. Use this link to browse the library. If you find something you like, and you are a Member District, please reach out to the staff members on this page to start the borrowing process.
Simon Technology Center Library Link