Assistive Technologies:

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Assistive Technologies

• Mathematics

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Optron PCT
Can be used with paper based text, computer based
text or even text on a screen or whiteboard at
the front of a classroom
3
Interactive Whiteboard
Allows the teacher to save all work done on the
board. The notes could then be emailed to a
student with difficulties in writing or attention
disorders.
4
Manipulatives and Tools

• Abacus
• Algebra tiles
• Enlarged numbers and operatives
• Large print graph paper

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All things Braille

• Braille math blocks
• Braille calculator
• Braille protractor
• Braille templates

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Virtual pencil

• Virtual Pencil is math training software
  designed for use by students who have difficulty
  using a pencil, including students who are blind
  or have low vision, upper extremity disabilities,
  or learning disabilities.

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Calculators

• Large display calculator
• Talking calculator
• Voice recognition calculator

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A/V options

• Textbooks on CD-rom
• Audio and video recordings of lessons

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Software and hardware

• Voice recognition software
• Talking math worksheets that position the cursor
  and speak the numerals that are seen on the
  screen
• Manipulations software/sites
• Keyboards programmed for math operations