TESE-5192: Assistive Technology Applications for Students with Mild to Moderate Disabilities

This course will explore the use of assistive technologies in schools, including their access, use and control in a democratic society; their use for development of problem solving, critical thinking, and creativity; and their integration into the school curriculum for students with mild to moderate disabilities. Special educator course participants will specifically learn to use technology to facilitate the teaching and learning process for students with disabilities. They will learn about the terms, trends, history and current information based on applications of technology and assistive and adaptive devices for working with students in an educational setting. Emphasis will be placed on course participants learning the various low tech and high tech technology tools that are available to assist students with mild to moderate disabilities in an educational setting. Readings, lectures, and assignments will present definitions and instructionally relevant characteristics of students with mild to moderate disabilities. The course will also emphasize principles of effective methods for utilizing technology to effectively adapt instruction, curriculum, and assessments to meet the unique educational needs of students.
Min. Credits: 1.0
Credit Basis: Quarter credit
Location(s): Antioch Univ Santa Barbara
Method(s): Classroom
Faculty Consent Required: N
Program Approval Required: N
Course Type Education

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TESE-5192: Assistive Technology Applications for Students with Mild to Moderate Disabilities