The Use of Technology in Special Education

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The Use of Technology in Special Education

• Amanda Barber, Jonathan Borchetta, Ryan Davis,
  James Edge

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Autism Spectrum Disorder

• Autistic disorder
• Asperger's syndrome
• Childhood disintegrative disorder (CDD)
• Rett syndrome, Pervasive Development Disorder Not
  Otherwise Specified (PDDNOS)
• atypical autism

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Information and Communication Technology

• ICT is the catch-all phrase used to describe the
  huge range of technologies for gathering,
  storing, retrieving, processing, analyzing and
  transmitting information.
• ICT provides a structured learning Environment.
• ICT provides a predictable social environment.

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Real Time Captioning

• Transcribes readable translations of lectures
• The technology is familiar to those with hearing
  impairments
• Not very cost effective for most public school
  districts

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Computer-Aided Note-taking

• Similar to text messaging and instant message
  programs
• Equipped in most classrooms as it requires only
  two computers
• Ability to incorporate classroom discussions of
  classmates and instructors

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Transportation of the Physically Handicapped

• Busses and cars are specially equipped with
  ramps, doors, and lifts.
• Drivers and other staff members have been trained
  to handle and care for these special students.
• Specially developed chairs and car seats help to
  transport physically disabled students safely.

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Mobilization of the Physically Handicapped

• For children who are extremely immobile,
  motorized carts are available.
• Special walkers have been designed for children
  with the ability to navigate using their legs.
• These carts and walkers can be customized to the
  specific disabilities of any person.

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Down Syndrome

• Chromosome disorder
• Trisomy 21
• Nondisjuction
• Error in cell division

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Inclusive Education

• Visionary Leadership at All Levels
• Educator Collaboration
• Refocused Use of Assessment
• Support for Students and Staff
• Effective Parental Involvement
• Collaborative Teaching Models
• General Education Best Practices
• Funding.