Assistive Technology Assessment
The following links will allow one to find useful information about Assistive Technology Assessment. It is very important to learn how one can supply the right AT tool/device for the right situation. The following links will help to provide some insight on assessing one's AT needs.
LD On Line
The main web site address www.ldonline.com
The following link listed below is PDF (You will need PDF reader like Adobe Acrobat to view the file). This form includes a specific assessment guide, a page about what things to consider when choosing a particular AT product for a learning disabilities student, and AT suggestions in the content areas of reading, writing, math, listening skills, and study skills/organization skills.
Available at http://www.ldonline.org/ld_indepth/technology/evaluation.pdf
The SETT Framework
Developed at www.joyzabala.com
The SETT form process is an organization tool that allows participants at IEP teams to plan the possible needs and uses of Assistive Technology in the school setting. It examines the student and his her needs, the content area, and the learning environment. This tool is crucial in the planning stages of AT needs.
Available at www.joyzabala.com
WATI (Wisconsin Assistive Technology Initiative)
Main website address www.wati.org
WATI is Wisconsin's local experts on AT the implementation, assessment, and product evaluations. This site also has specific assessment forms that cover all disabilities and areas of Assistive Technology. The WATI assessment process will walk one through all of the stages of finding the right tool for the right individual and environment. From the pre-planning stages to product testing, the assessment cover all! The following link is in PDF form and will require Adobe Acrobat PDF reader to view.
Available at http://www.wati.org/pdf/ATAssessmentforms1.pdf