ABSTRACT
Assistive and instructional technology has been widely utilized to support the learning and instruction of students with disabilities. However, due to constantly changing technology and innumerable assistive and instructional technologies available, it can be challenging for teachers to select and evaluate which technology best suits the needs of their students. Teachers may also struggle to determine how best to integrate technology into the classroom as well as how to evaluate the effectiveness of the selected technology in improving the desired student outcomes. Therefore, this chapter reviews how to: (1) identify and evaluate technology for individual students; (2) incorporate this technology to support educational goals; (3) assess the effectiveness of the technology; and (4) use technology alongside other High Leverage Practices. This chapter focuses on technology for students with intensive academic needs; however, the frameworks and research presented is appropriate for any student with a disability.
