The Assistive Technology Continuum

The Assistive Technology Continuum refers to the range of low-tech, to mid-tech to high-tech devices that can be used as Assistive Technology. IEP and AT teams are expected to consider low-tech options first before considering mid or high-tech devices. The difference between low, mid and high-tech devices is the range in mechanical/non-mechanical device or adapatation, accommodation and usually price. By understand the SETT Framework as previously discussed on this blog, the IEP or AT team can best determine if a student needs a low, mid or high tech device.

Reference:

Dell, A., Newton, D., & Petroff, J. (2012). Assistive Technology in the Classroom. Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson Education, Inc.