13-14: Alma TRIG: Classroom Readiness

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 children with disabilities.

The term does not include a medical device that is surgically implanted, or the replacement of such device.

IDEA 2004

(Authority 20 U.S.C. 1401(1))

It is important in this course to understand Assistive Technology and know why and how it can make a difference to all students whether they have a disability or not. The assistive supports will be necessary for some students when they are taking online assessments.