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December 12, 2024

Assistive Technology (AT) in the classroom can be extremely helpful for students with specific learning disorders and enable equity of access to the curriculum for all students.

Here are some great resources for understanding how AT can be integrated into standard classroom practice and the benefits for all students, but particularly students with specific learning disorders.

https://www.understood.org/en/search-results?query=assistive%20technology

https://www.readingrockets.org/topics/assistive-technology/articles/exploring-digital-literacy-practices-inclusive-classroom

https://education.qld.gov.au/students/inclusive-education/assistive-technology

https://www.ldrfa.org/exploring-benefits-assistive-technology/

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