ERIC Number: EJ762335
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2006
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Assistive Technology: 10 Things to Know
Hopkins, Janet
Library Media Connection, v25 n1 p12-14 Aug-Sep 2006
An accessible library media center (LMC) offers many benefits for the school community. Library media specialists can support their education colleagues in delivering inclusive learning opportunities to a wide range of students. Assistive technology (AT) deployment in the LMC can benefit students and teachers by spotlighting low-, mid-, and high-tech options that support students who have learning difficulties. Here are 10 things to know about AT: (1) AT enhances information accessibility for all LMC users; (2) Online resources are available to support educators who implement AT; (3) AT implementation doesn't have to cost a lot; (4) Additional funding may be available to support AT deployment; (5) AT-user orientation and training is a must; (6) Library media center AT deployment can be accomplished in logical steps; (7) Library media center AT deployment can be accomplished through collaboration; (8) Library media center AT user data collection will be useful for future planning; (9) Portable library media center AT can benefit students throughout the school; and (10) Effective library media center AT support is an ongoing commitment.
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Elementary Secondary Education
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Language: English
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