Exceptional+Student+Education+Internet+Resources+Assignment

=Exceptional Student Education Internet Resources Assignment =

On this page, you'll find specific internet and technology-based resources that can be used in the field of Exceptional Student Education all organized for your convenience. These sites and the information they contain may also be of value to parents and caregivers of children with disabilities, as well. Please have a look around and enjoy!

Wondering what AT is? See [|this] comprehensive list from the state of Iowa for more information.  - [|communication] - [|mobility] - This site is a personal favorite - everyone should be able to enjoy the beach, limitation free, and now those with mobility-afflicting disabilities have that freedom too!  - [|education] - [|recreation] - [|vocation] - [|independence] - [|therapy] - [|laws/legislation] - [|companies/organizations] - [|basic issues of AT]  **Computer Access Methods for Individuals with Disabilities ** - [|touch screens] - [|speech synthesis] - [|expanded keyboard] - [|computer interface devices]
 * Assistive Technology (AT) Resources **

- [|locate major funding sources for AT] - [|procedures for acquiring funding for AT] - [|advocacy courses for funding]  **Switches ** - [|sites that showcase various types of switches for various purposes] <span style="color: #800080; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 108%;">I love the 'magical mystery switch' and the 'switch and glow'! How cool are those switch designs!! <span style="color: #800080; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;"> - [|adaptive components for switch use] - [|information on open/closed circuitry] - [|purposes of switch use]
 * Funding Assistive Technology**

- [|key attributes of toys] - [|how to adapt toys for switches] - [|basic soldering techniques] - [|toy companies for adapted toys] - [|functions of adaptive toys]
 * Toys**

- [|glossary of terms associated with AAC systems] - [|components and various AAC systems] - [|considerations for appropriate selection] - [|cognitive hierarchy for various symbols and considerations for symbol selection and layout] - [|determining appropriate candidates for an AAC system] - [|scanning] - [|simple to high tech features of devices] - [|how to identify communication needs] - [|participation level of student] - [|barriers to participation] -[| basic features of electronic communication aids for message input] - [|vocabulary organization] - [|message output.]
 * Augmentative & Alternative Communication (AAC) Systems**

- [|BoardMaker] - [|Inspiration] - [|TouchWindow] - [|Discovery] <span style="color: #008000; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;"> **<span style="color: #800080; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Supporting Activity & Mobility **<span style="color: #008000; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;"> <span style="color: #800080; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">- [|methods] - [|solutions] - [|devices for improving the participation of students with special needs by supporting mobility and improving access to activities throughout the day] - [|seating] <span style="color: #800080; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 108%;">This website features a unique mix of scooter/crawler type seating, balls, and even a specially designed high-chair. <span style="color: #800080; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;"> - [|positioning] - [|mobility devices] This site shows the plethora of mobility aids available on the market. I especially like the portable aquatic pool lift! <span style="color: #008000; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;"> **<span style="color: #800080; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Multimedia Skills **<span style="color: #008000; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;"> <span style="color: #800080; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">- [|Integrating appropriate media into curriculum via multimedia] - [|Mini-authoring or hypermedia programs] - [| Specific adaptations to multimedia activities for specific needs] <span style="color: #008000; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;"> **<span style="color: #800080; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Enhancing & Enabling Activity for Students with Sensory Processing Difficulties **<span style="color: #008000; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;"> <span style="color: #800080; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">- [|various tools] - [|strategies] - [|technology that will support individuals who experience sensory processing difficulties] <span style="color: #800080; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 108%;">Love this site! It separates the toys and technology items available for purchase according to the senses they are geared to benefit. Neat way to teach and reach out to those little ones with special needs in our lives! <span style="color: #800080; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;"> - [|deaf/hard of hearing] - [|blind] - [|low vision]
 * Software & Software Systems**

- [|eye gaze systems] - [|non-electronic communication board] - [|LoTTie Kits]
 * Low-Tech Assistive Technology**