Module 1 - Overview

What is AT (Assistive Technology)?

Module 1 is offered as a review for students who have a basic understanding of assistive technology (AT) from previous courses or hands-on experience, or as an introduction to assistive technology for any students who have had limited experience with AT. The information is from the beginning of the course DIS 505 - Assistive Technology in the Lifespan.

Students who have taken and completed DIS 505 need to complete the assignment under Topic 1 - A listed below.

Students who have not completed DIS 505 should review and complete Topic 1 - B (information taken from DIS 505.) listed below.

Objectives:

1. Define assistive technology;
2. Understand the role of AT in meeting the needs of persons with disabilities;
3. List and describe the different categories of AT devices and give examples of specific AT tools; and,
4. Review of legislation that impacts AT.

Topic 1 - A: For students that have taken DIS 505

Topic 1 - B: For students that have not taken DIS 505