PECT PECT Assistive Technology and AAC 2

Question 1

A student with a visual impairment uses a refreshable braille display connected to a computer. This device is an example of:

Accepted Answer

High-tech assistive technology

Answer

A refreshable braille display is a high-tech AT device that electronically translates digital text into braille characters, requiring power and software integration.

Question 2

Text-to-speech software benefits which group of students most directly?

Accepted Answer

Students with dyslexia or reading disabilities

Answer

Text-to-speech software helps students with dyslexia or reading disabilities by converting written text to audio, reducing the decoding burden.

Question 3

Which of the following is a low-tech AT accommodation commonly used in PreK-8 classrooms?

Accepted Answer

Pencil grip or adapted writing tool

Answer

A pencil grip or adapted writing tool is a low-tech AT accommodation that does not require power and directly supports handwriting for students with fine motor difficulties.

Question 4

When introducing an AAC device to a young child, which instructional strategy is most effective?

Accepted Answer

Aided language stimulation, where the teacher models using the device during natural interactions

Answer

Aided language stimulation involves the communication partner modeling the use of the AAC system during natural, meaningful interactions to promote language development.

Question 5

A teacher wants to help a student with limited hand mobility access a computer. Which AT solution is most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

A switch access system or adapted keyboard

Answer

Switch access systems and adapted keyboards allow students with limited hand mobility to operate computers using alternative inputs such as single switches, head pointers, or eye gaze.

(PECT) Special Education PreK-8 Exam Practice Test

(PECT) Special Education PreK-8 Exam Practice Test

PECT PECT Assistive Technology and AAC 2