Assistive Technology

After using assistive technology.

Before using assistive technology.

There are so many different kinds of assistive technology. Assistive technology relates to the NETs-T standard 4. Promote and Model Digital Citizenship and Responsibility b. Address the diverse needs of all learners by using learner-centered strategies providing equitable access to appropriate digital tools and resources. There are many on your own computer that is free. You can find them by going to start, help and support, and accessibility. I would like to discuss contrast settings, the magnifier, and toggle keys. The 3 assistive technologies discussed will help students with vision problems and mobility disabilities.

            I would first like to discuss the contrast settings.  There are many of times teachers find pictures on a computer or a website pertaining to an activity they are learning. If a student has vision problems where certain colors make it hard to see the content then readjusting the contrast settings to contrast extra large scheme can help this situation.

            Next, I would like to discuss the magnifier. Another vision problem can be nearsightedness. The magnifier can be turned on through accessibility and where ever the cursor is on the screen it magnifies it. Students that have trouble seeing are able to read the content with less difficulty.

            Last, I would like to discuss the toggle keys. In today’s schools computers are used constantly. Some student may have a mobility disability. This may cause them to push important keys accidentally when they should not be pushed. If the toggle keys are turned on through accessibility, it locks those important keys. If they’re pushed the program on the computer will not be messed up.

            In conclusion, assistive technology is software used to help improve learning for students with disabilities. There are many more on your own computer then what was mentioned and tons that can be purchased and downloaded off websites. Assistive technology is a good way to help students with disabilities feel included in the learning environment.