SPEDU511

Course Description

This course will provide opportunities to learn about assistive technology for students with disabilities and the integration of technology into teaching and learning within the field of special education. A variety of assistive technologies ranging from low to high tech will be discussed and demonstrated. Technology for high incidence as well as low incidence disabilities will be covered. Students will learn to apply a process for problem-solving and for the selection of appropriate tools to meet individual student needs. Students are expected to take an active role in learning about assistive technologies and hands-on learning will be included to facilitate that process. The course will assist students in exploring assistive technology applications that can be integrated in universally designed learning environments and differentiated classrooms.

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