Assistive Technology: Your Guide to Dispel the Myths and Find the Facts - Session 9 - Assistive Technology

Oct 10, 2026

Assistive Technology: Your Guide to Dispel the Myths and Find the Facts presents an agenda and reference materials to correct misunderstandings about assistive technology (AT) devices and services. It covers federal law and Illinois guidance for school systems, including the AT process, transition, and creating an infrastructure to support effective use for students with disabilities. It also outlines IDEA AT requirements under Part B and Part C, addressing myths related to implementation and covering costs and funding sources.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryHealthcare

FormatPDF

Pages47

Reading Time1 h 58 min

AccessFree to download

Overview

Federal Law and Illinois Guidance

Assistive Technology Requirements Under Part B (IDEA)

Common Myths and Facts About AT Devices and Services

Common Myths and Facts About Deploying AT

Assistive Technology Requirements Under Part C (IDEA)

Myths and Facts About AT Costs and Funding Sources

Assistive Technology: Your Guide to Dispel the Myths and Find the Facts Samantha Conklin, MS, ATP Assistive Technology Facilitator Infinitec [sconklin@ucpnet.org](sconklin@ucpnet.org) Peggy Childs Executive Vice President Infinitec [pchilds@ucpnet.org](pchilds@ucpnet.org) Handouts: [https://bit.ly/InfinitecISBE24](https://bit.ly/InfinitecISBE24) Agenda Overview of Select Myths and Facts Shared in the Myths and Facts Surrounding Assistive Technology Devices and Services Document ○ Federal Law ○ Illinois Assistive Technology Guidance Manual Illinois Assistive Technology Guidance Manual This manual is designed to help school systems adopt processes and practices that enable students with disabilities to use ATeﬀectively. It is intended as a reference for school administrators, teachers and related service personnel, as well as students and parents of students with disabilities. Illinois Assistive Technology Guidance Manual 1st Edition (2012), Brian Wojcik and Karen Douglas, Authors 2nd Edition (2020) Facilitated by Gayl Bowser • AT Process • Transition • Creating an Infrastructure Ofﬁce of Special Education Programs – Dear Colleague Letter & AT Document January 2024 released a document is designed to increase understanding of IDEA’s AT requirements, dispel common misconceptions regarding AT, and provide examples of the use of AT devices and services for children with disabilities and to highlight the diﬀerent requirements under Part Cand Part B of IDEA. “The Oﬃce of Educational Technology and the Oﬃce of Special Education Programs are pleased to share the below guidance in support of children with disabilities who need assistive technology (AT) devices and services for meaningful access and engagement in education.” Ofﬁce of Special Education Programs – Dear Colleague Letter & AT Document ● Addresses common misconceptions ● Uses clear and concise language ● Shares content that can be understood by ALL Myths and Facts Surrounding Assistive Technology Devices and Services Document I. Assistive Technology Requirements Under Part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act II. Common Myths and Facts about Assistive Technology Devices and Services III. Common Myths and Facts about Deploying Assistive Technology Devices and Services IV. Assistive Technology Requirements Under Part C of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act V. Common Myths and Facts about Assistive Technology Costs and Funding Sources

FAQs

What is the purpose of the Illinois Assistive Technology Guidance Manual?

It is designed to help school systems adopt processes and practices that enable students with disabilities to use assistive technology effectively. It serves as a reference for administrators, teachers, related service personnel, and families.

Which IDEA parts are referenced for assistive technology requirements?

The materials address AT requirements under IDEA Part B and Part C. They highlight different requirements across these parts.

What topics are included regarding AT myths and implementation?

The document includes sections on common myths and facts about AT devices and services, and common myths and facts about deploying AT devices and services.

Oct 10, 2026

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