Helpful web sites on Assistive Technology:
Family Guide to Assistive Technology - http://www.pluk.org/AT.html
This web site was prepared by Parents, Lets Unite for Kids (PLUK). The web site defines assistive technology (AT), discusses AT decision-making, AT funding, AT advocacy and education integration of AT. The appendix includes documents, examples and additional resources for families.
Assistive Technology Training Online Project (ATTO) - http://atto.buffalo.edu
This website provides assistive technology information especially for elementary school students. The AT Basics module provides general information about basic information including federal laws and assessment, low-tech and high-tech information for adapting computers, curriculum programs and technology needs for specific disabilities. The web site also has tutorials, discusses AT decision making and additional resources.
American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) - http://www.asha.org
This association is a professional and scientific association for audiologists, speech-language pathologists, and speech, language and hearing scientists. There is a wealth of information for the public, professionals, students and teachers. The site has thorough information about assistive technology and a list of companies that specialize in assistive technology devices and software.
Axistive - http://www.axistive.com
This web site is a news portal for assistive technology. There are free services, product reviews, market trends, downloads, workshops and more.
Rehabtool.com - http://www.rehabtool.com
This is an information technology company that develops hardware and software for individuals with special needs and disabilities. They provide information services such as product search and referral, a newsletter and an AT links library.
I was unfamiliar with these websites previously. I have bookmarked them and intend to return to them or subscribe by newsletter or RSS to get information updates. I believe these will be helpful resources when I am a media specialist and collaborating with teachers.
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