The internet, electronic encyclopedias and exciting educational software are an essential, everyday component of the educational program of students in Queensland State Schools. For students with disabilities and learning difficulties the opportunity for learning offered by technology is even more significant. For these individuals, adaptive technology not only improves learning opportunities, but also increases their participation in learning.
Technology is one of the main tools available to people with disabilities.
It allows them to become more independent and perform on an equal footing with their classmates and peers. Adaptive Technology Services, one the the specialist services offered by the Low Incidence Unit, is available to help you take advantage of technology in your school. Role of Adaptive Technology Services Help teachers, therapists and support personnel to identify, evaluate and implement appropriate adaptive technologies to help make curriculum more accessible for students with disabilities and learning difficulties Assist schools and districts to meet the professional development needs of teachers, therapists and support personnel using technology for students with disabilities and learning difficulties Research emerging technologies, issues, resources and strategies to help students with special needs use technology to learn Staffing The service is staffed by an Assistant Coordinator, a team of educational advisers and ancillary staff. Photographs, descriptions and ways to access collections are available on the LIU web site. Conferences, workshops and seminars - ATS staff are always very happy to present papers or sessions for teachers, therapists, parents and community groups.