Assistive technology helping children with learning disabilities

    When we look at technology use in the classroom, the “usual” tools we think about are computers and tablets.  These devices can help educators and students in teaching and learning, but we, as educators, must remember that all students don’t learn the same and some may have disabilities or impairments that make it hard for them to learn with these tools.  Some children may have difficulty processing language, some may have problems organizing, or computing when it comes to math or decoding and comprehending reading.

    This is where Assistive Technology (AT) comes into play.  AT can include; video/audio support, alternative keyboards, audio books and publications.  The website http://www.readingrockets.org/article/assistive-technology-kids-learning-disabilities-overview  discusses different types of learning disabilities that AT addresses and more tools available for students with learning disabilities.  I believe that as educators, we must always remember that we are teaching all children regardless of who they are and at times we may have to modify and/or make accommodations in our classroom so each child is receiving the education they deserve.