What are the relative responsibilities of the Local Education Agencies and DOR in respect to providing assistive technology?
The term ‘assistive technology device’ means any item, piece of equipment, or product system, whether acquired commercially off the shelf, modified, or customized, that is used to increase, maintain, or improve functional capabilities of an individual with a disability. The need for Assistive Technology (AT) should be an integral part of a comprehensive assessment for students with disabilities in all areas related to their disabilities. It is important to use a collaborative school-based team approach in education settings for assessment, planning, and provision of needed AT, which includes individuals who are knowledgeable about the student’s disability (ies), needs and strengths in the area of AT. Assistive technology can be a tool for access (e.g., school environment, core curriculum) or for independence (e.g., communication, mobility) and will therefore change as the student’s needs change and as technology continues to change. The delivery of accessible technology and/or assistiv
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