Examples+of+Devices

========Examples of No Tech/Low Tech AT===================== ======


 * **Problem** || **Possible Low Tech Solution** ||
 * Holds pencil too tightly that effect writing || Provide a pencil grip, shorter pencil or slant board ||
 * Miss-aligns numbers when completing math problems || Use graph paper for math problems ||
 * Can't remember basic multiplication/division math facts || Provide multiplication table ||
 * Can't organize ideas for writing || Provide a graphic organizer or color-coded paper to break down task ||
 * Has difficulties with "working memory" i.e. ability to multi-task. || Provide copies of notes so student can focus on listening, not listening and writing. ||
 * Has difficulty forming sentences || Provide word banks and sentence strips ||

========Examples of Mid Tech AT============================= ======


 * **Problem** || **Possible Mid-Tech Solution** ||
 * Has transitioning different activities or maintaining focus || Provide a visual timer ||
 * Has difficulty writing assignment or lecture notes || Provide a "portable note taker" such as an Alphasmart ||
 * Has difficulty following auditory directions || Provide a visual schedule ||
 * Has limited communication || Provide a visual/portable communication book ||
 * Needs alternative access to a computer || Consider a track-ball mouse, switch or joystick. ||
 * Has difficulty forming sentences || Provide scaffolded writing support through "cloze" activities from specialized computer software. ||
 * Has difficulty writing notes and assignments from the board || Allow student to use a camera to take a picture of the whiteboard. ||

=======Examples of High Tech AT============================== ======


 * **Problem** || **Possible High Tech Solution** ||
 * No or limited vocal communication || A Speech Generating Device with communication software ||
 * Difficulties with reading || A computer with specialized software that reads the text. ||
 * Has limited mobility || An electronic infra-red hands head tracking mouse, or an eye gaze system. ||
 * Has difficulty with note-taking and multi-tasking || An electronic recording pen such as a "pulse" pen. ||
 * Has difficulty forming sentences || Provide scaffolded writing activities on the computer using specialized software such as Clicker5, Pix Writer or Classroom Suite. ||