Assistive Technology in Special Education and Rehabilitation

by Sze, Susan, Ph.D.

• ISBN13: 9781934269664
• ISBN10: 1934269662
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2009-06-01
• Publisher: University Readers

Summary

Differentiation, universal design, and inclusion- these educational concepts depicting today s classroom are here to stay. What does the average teacher do to make sure that their students receive the best education? Where should a teacher turn to have a quick reference check for the usage of assistive technology? This text provides exciting new ideas in the world of assistive technology and gives us the confidence in knowing that it is constantly being explored to best serve our students. Our children are the most important asset this world has. They are our purpose. The text Assistive Technology provides an avenue where all children regardless of disabilities or handicapped will have an equal chance to receive the best possible education our village can provide. Regular and special education teachers, reading specialists, social workers, physiotherapists, speech pathologist, and parents need to read this book. Carol Williams, M.A., Principal (Toronto District Separate School Board, Ontario, Canada) Assistive Technology demonstrates the importance of this textbook for professors, teachers, parents, and the general population. In my day-to-day position, I am constantly connected with people of varies disabilities and handicapping conditions, it is imperative that we in the professional world are aware of the many assistive technologies that are out there. This is a must read book for all those interested in producing the best students possible. This book is simply the best. Mary Nero, M.S. Ed., English Teacher (Niagara Falls High School) Assistive Technology is an essential text for those who teach -- or aspire to teach -- children with special needs. Special Education laws mandate that schools consider each student s need for assistive technology devices and/or services during the IEP process. The vastness of the information presented by Professors Sze and Cowden may be readily adapted to the particular needs of students in elementary and secondary schools. J.C. Blokhuis, Ph.D., LL.B., Senior Lecturer (Roehampton University, London, UK) A manual such as this can provide not only exciting new ideas and equipment in the world of technology but the confidence in knowing that assistive technology is constantly being explored to best serve our children. Many of the practical ideas found in this book can be followed with little confusion. I encourage you to explore this book as a beneficial resource for all those who deal with individuals with disabilities. Edward Kelly, University Counsel (East Tennessee State University, Quillen College of Medicine) Susan Sze, Ph.D. received her Ph.D. in special education from the State University of New York at Buffalo, NY. She teaches a variety of courses at Niagara University in NY: introductory to special education, learning disabilities, physical and health disabilities, educational research methods, human development, current issues in special education, assistive technology, inclusive strategies, practicum & seminar, and corrective and remedial reading. A researcher, professor, writer and speaker, she has published seven textbooks and numerous journal articles. Peter Alexander Cowden, Ph.D. is an assistant professor with a specialty in teaching students with exceptional needs at the College of Education at Niagara University. Dr. Cowden has received numerous national and international awards including International Citizen of the Year; Special Educator of the year for the USA; Special Educator of the year for Canada; and nominated for Outstanding American.