1. CD10: Children with Special Needs
Ch 6: Technology for
Assessment and Intervention

2. Technology in Special Education
Technology for Assessment
Technology for Intervention
Technology for Play

3. Types of Technology Medical Technology Productivity Technology
Small & portable, so can be used in school and community
Productivity Technology
Computers, video, information
Assistive Technology
Adaptive devices
Instructional Technology (CD12)

4. Issues to Consider
“Teachers and other professionals need to build partnerships with parents that will empower them to make decisions regarding the assistive technology. In order to accomplish this. Parents need information and hands-on experience with the devices to promote a level of comfort and knowledge … “ (pg 199)

5. Why Include Technology?
To promote effective communication with others!!
Touch screens
Voice activated systems
Braille keyboards
Learning software for developing language, social and thinking skills
Adaptive toys