Technology and the Individualized Education Program: A Primer for Parents and Professionals

Issue title: Special Education

Subtitle: Excerpts from the RESNA Technical Assistance Project (1992) Assistive Technology and the Individual Education Program Washington, DC: RESNA Press

Guest editors: Susan G. MistrettIssue editor and Sharon L. RaimondiIssue editor

Article type: Research Article

Abstract: RESNA, an interdisciplinary association for the advancement of rehabilitation and assistive technologies has engaged in a number of activities to assist in the development of consumer-responsive systems of technology-related services. This paper provides information for parents and professionals on how to incorporate assistive technology into an individualized education program for children and youth with disabilities. The inclusion of assistive technology to achieve educational goals adds a new dimension resulting in increased independence and participation in life environments.

Keywords: Assistive technology, special education, IEP, least restrictive environment, inclusion

DOI: 10.3233/TAD-1994-3205

Journal: Technology and Disability, vol. 3, no. 2, pp. 100-108, 1994