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PECT Assistive Technology and AAC Flashcards

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

    Answer: High-tech assistive technology

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

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

    Answer: Students with dyslexia or reading disabilities

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

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

    Answer: Pencil grip or adapted writing tool

    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.

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

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

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

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

    Answer: A switch access system or adapted keyboard

    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.

  6. An IEP team is deciding whether a student needs AT services. Which factor is MOST important to consider?

    Answer: Whether the AT will help the student access the general education curriculum and achieve IEP goals

    IDEA requires AT decisions to be based on the student's individual needs and whether AT will support access to the curriculum and achievement of IEP goals.

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