EDU 507 - Assistive Technology: Books

Assistive Technology (AT) is an umbrella term indicating any product or technology-based service that enables people of all ages with activity limitations in their daily life, education, work or leisure. It is a highly interdisciplinary field, encompassing research, development, manufacture, supply, provision and policy.This book presents the proceedings of the 12th biennial European conference of the Association for the Advancement of Assistive Technology in Europe, AAATE 2013, held in Vilamoura, Portugal, in September 2013. The full papers included here cover a diverse range of subjects, including: ageing, disability and technology; accessibility in Europe; ambient assisted living; AT and Cloud computing; communication access for all; monitoring and telecare; and user perspective, to name but a few.The aim of the AAATE conference is to promote a more effective dialogue between manufacturers, researchers, developers, professionals and end users, and this book will be of interest to all those directly or indirectly involved in the field of AT.

Provides readers with knowledge of practical applications, theoretical models, services and evidence-based solutions in the areas of assistive technology (AT) and augmentative and alternative communication (AAC). This book equips practicing clinicians, educators and students with the necessary background to use AT and AAC with their clients.

While this book is 10 years old, and undoubtedly much in the way of assistive technology and it's relationship to the IEP has changed, some ideas may be useful to apply to today's conversation

Assistive technology (AT) is a serious topic - providing students with special needs tools and strategies to aid in their learning - but reading about it doesn't have to be boring. This title guides AT professionals through the steps of setting up a successful AT program. It offers information on AT, IEPs, and the law.