Assistive Technology

Assistive technology is effectively being used in the classrooms. Assistive technology helps students with disabilities have access to devices that makes learning easier for them. Assistive technology aids the learning of students with disabilities, helps them have a better understanding, and increases their participation in the classroom. According to an article by Sherril Steele-Carlin, from Education World, "more than 4,000 assistive technologies have been designed for students and teachers. These devices include hearing aids, glare-reduction screens, screen magnifiers, Braille note-taking devices, and voice-recognition software." Assistive Technology is the newest technology that is being used in the classroom. Because it is so new it is important for all teachers to be informed on assistive technology and how it should be used. If teachers know how to use assistive technology effectively students will be provided with multiple ways to complete tasks and it will help them focus on achieving to their ability. It is important for teachers to understand their students strengths and weaknesses so they can build on their assistive technologies to make them more effective for each student. Assistive technologies can not only increase a student's academic performance but it can also increase and student's social performance. It is important for teachers to be informed on the assistive technology they wish to use before using it in the classroom.