Assistive Technology Research Paper

   
    For my research paper, I decided to write about assistive technology in schools. I took a look at assistive technology in and out of the classroom and all that goes into getting the technology. I decided to do research on the roots and history of assistive technology, as well as the current state of assistive technology. I found out how many types of assistive technology there is available for students who have a learning disability. I especially enjoyed learning about how a student's individualized education plan comes into play when trying to get assistive technology for that student. I then took a look at how assistive technology and educational technology in general has changed over the years. Educational and assistive technology offers so much for students and having researched the topic makes me feel more comfortable understanding and using this technology. 

       

     Through my experiences in the classroom and working with students, I believe that assistive technology is a beneficial resource for students who need assistive support to strengthen and increase their learning ability in school. I have seen first hand how wonderful assistive technology devices are and would encourage all schools to look for and provide all the assistive technology services they can. Assistive technology helps to adequately support and guide a student’s learning in the classroom. It is a substantial and sufficient tool that will give students everything they need to succeed in school and in life.

      I think that the use of assistive technology will allow students to become more independent learners and it will give them more confidence in the classroom. Assistive technology is apart of a student's right to free and appropriate education. All students should be given the chance to do well in school with the appropriate tools and resources. I think that assistive technology is an adequate learning tool for students to use.