General Resources
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| As a part of the Florida's MTSS Projects, the online resource library is designed to help districts and schools implement a universal, differentiated core curriculum based on the Florida Standards.The assistive technologies available in this library can be used to identify which technologies will best support students with disabilities to participate and progress in this core curriculum. AT & UDL Loan Library | The Technology & Learning Connections (TLC) Team is a part of Florida’s Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) through the Problem Solving/Response to Intervention Project at the University of South Florida. Our services support the local development of highly effective classrooms for all students based on the Florida Standards through a multi-tiered system of supports in a universal education system. Technology & Learning Connections |
| The Florida Diagnostic & Learning Resources System (FDLRS) provides diagnostic, instructional, and technology support services to district exceptional education programs and families of students with disabilities. FDLRS | This website provides a central, comprehensive location for Florida-specific information and resources that promote system-wide practices to ensure highest possible student achievement in both academic and behavioral pursuits. Florida's MTSS |
| ACCESS is a Florida Department of Education Discretionary Project that provides resources to facilitate the teaching and learning of Access Points. Access | TechMatrix provides assistive and educational technology tools and resources to support learning for students with disabilities and their classmates. TechMatrix |
| Click on each section to see Assistive Technology images put together by the Technology & Learning Connections Project. Assistive Technology Image Gallery | A padlet of accessibility information for iOS, Android, and Windows 8.1. Accessibility Padlet |
Assistive Technology Resources for Educators
| The Quality Indicators for Assistive Technology include the specific quality indicators that were developed by focus groups and validated through research, intent statements that further explain each indicator, and a list of common errors for each of the eight areas of AT services. QIAT Indicators | Assistive Technology Internet Modules (ATIM)is designed to provide high-quality information and professional development on assistive technology (AT) for educators, professionals, families, persons with disabilities, and others. Modules |
| The BEESS Portal to Professional Development Alternatives (PDA) offers a variety of online courses for Florida educators that will increase their ability to respond to the needs of students with disabilities. ESE Modules | An information sheet on Assistive Technology for Infants, Toddlers, and Young Children with Disabilities from Technical Assistance ALLIANCE for Parent Centers. ACTion PDF |
| Ten things every district should know about Assistive Technology by The Georgia Project for Assistive Technology. GPAT PDF | A Resource Guide to Assistive Technology for Students with Visual Impairment Guide PDF |
Assistive Technology Resources for Families
| The Center for Technology and Disability has a created a Family Portal as family members are a child’s first and most enduring teachers. Learning more about assistive technology devices and services can help you support your children in reaching their full potential. CTD Family Portal | PACER Center enhances the quality of life and expands opportunities for children, youth, and young adults with all disabilities and their families so each person can reach his or her highest potential. PACER operates on the principles of parents helping parents, supporting families, promoting a safe environment for all children, and working in collaboration with others. PACER Center |
Vendors
| Augmentative Resources are committed to helping teachers and caregivers of these special children and adults by making quality products available to them that can help with communication, the understanding of language, social skill acquisition, behavior, independence, language and literacy skills. Augmentative Resources | Connect with Augmentative Communication Consultants, Inc. (ACCI) to get updated product information, connect with other parents, teachers, SLPs & professionals, and explore links for information on financial assistance, caregiver support and other resources that may help in your everyday life. Eye Gaze Frames |
| AbleNet creates “solutions in context” that excite and empower educators and others to enhance the quality of life for people with disabilities. AbleNet | The f.lux download makes the color of your computer's display adapt to the time of day, warm at night and like sunlight during the day. Flux |
Handouts
| AT in the Classroom Powerpoint Presentation Handout Powerpoint | AT in the Classroom Exploration Guide |
| AT in the Classroom Consideration Flowchart |