Assistive technology has many forms.
Schools have assistive technology tools in classrooms, computer labs and on students' desks and may not realize the depth of resources available for educators to explore with students who need adaptations to facilitate their learning. The following examples illustrate different types of resources districts may already have which local educators and IEP teams could use to help meet the wide variety of student needs. Tables and chairs. It is essential to establish optimal positioning of a student in relation to work materials, whether computer-based or other classroom materials. Districts typically have a variety of sizes of student desks and chairs which can be explored as alternatives that may provide adequate stability, support and visual or motor access for a student.