Category: Assistive Technology

Children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) experience a variety of symptoms that can cause challenges in the classroom. Most of them will have some difficulty with social interactions including reading facial expressions and following a conversation. They might become easily upset by changes in routine, experience sensitivity to environmental stimuli, and become easily fixated on things. All of these present a problem for teachers, but there are lots of options for assistive technology that can help. If you have a student diagnosed with ASD in your classroom, consider whether some of these assistive technologies could help them to achieve …

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Helping children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) to focus in the classroom can be a major challenge. Educators might find themselves constantly prompting and redirecting students to perform routine tasks. It can be frustrating for the student and their classmates when their need to move around the classroom disrupts the learning experience. Gains in assistive technology could help to promote better learning for students who struggle with ADHD. Teachers who are growing weary of the constant motion and redirection required for students with ADHD might want to investigate some of these breakthroughs. Assistive technology could help these students find …

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Students diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome face unique challenges when they enter the classroom. This condition is considered to be a form of high-functioning autism with fewer of the language and cognitive deficits. Many of these children primarily struggle with social interactions and an inability to recognize the nonverbal cues of the people around them. However, it may also present itself with a delay in motor skills compared to peers. As technology continues to find its way into the classroom, assistive technology has really taken off. There are several options for devices and programs that could aid children with Asperger’s Syndrome …

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Behavioral disabilities can be challenging for educators because there seem to be very few aids available. The struggling students can be very disruptive to the classroom experience, making it hard for others to learn. As edtech begins to play a more prominent role in our school districts, teachers may want to consider that assistive technology could help. The right tools might assist students when it comes to better organizing their tasks and coping with the demands of the classroom setting. Assistive technology could be the ticket that teachers need to help students with behavioral disabilities thrive in the classroom setting. …

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Technology continues to develop new solutions to our everyday problems, but many of these new products can also be used in the classroom. Amazon’s Echo (often referred to as Alexa) is one of the simplest and most affordable tools you can use for classroom management. She can answer student questions, provide entertainment, and even encourage a better vocabulary. Does this sound like something your classroom could potentially benefit from? If you have been on the fence about using Amazon Alexa for your classroom management, these key tips should sway you toward making a purchase. It really can be a great …

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