Assistive Technology for EC?

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Permalink Reply by Lindsey @SmartEd Services on July 14, 2011 at 7:56am

Hi Noelle,

 

Have you seen SmartEd Services' Touch Accessible Platform for Interactive Technology, TAP·it®? The assistive, learning center uses ‘intended touch’ to serve each student’s special needs.

 

See the adaptable workstation in action. Call 800.251.4077 to learn more. -Lindsey

Permalink Reply by Noelle Federico on July 15, 2011 at 12:56pm

Wow that looks awesome! I love how it understands the difference between a child leaning on it and tapping it. So this is something you can download on any computer? Or does it have to be on a smartboard? Thanks for the reply : )

Permalink Reply by Lindsey @SmartEd Services on July 15, 2011 at 3:00pm

You can use TAP·it® with any software that you can use on a computer. You're welcome! Please let me know if you need any more information.

Have a great weekend.
Lindsey

Permalink Reply by Noelle Federico on July 15, 2011 at 3:29pm

Awesome! Thank you, I will.

Permalink Reply by Jessica Wargo on July 27, 2011 at 8:24pm

I have never seen this before! This seems like a great tool and could benefit so many individuals!

Permalink Reply by Lindsey @SmartEd Services on July 29, 2011 at 7:50am

Hi Jessica,

 

It is! Watch Louisa's Story to see TAP·it® in action. There are other videos on the site that demonstrate how the interactive workstation can be used in various settings, for both children and adults.

 

Please let me know if you have any questions.

Lindsey

Permalink Reply by Lindsay Raya on December 7, 2011 at 2:02pm

Check out the website me and my friend made for an assistive technology class! http://shaughnessyrayaat.weebly.co

Permalink Reply by Lindsey @SmartEd Services on December 7, 2011 at 2:04pm

Great website!

Permalink Reply by Jenna D'Agata on September 12, 2012 at 2:43pm

Some types of assistive technology that could be used for kindergarteners/first graders with disabilities may include a variety of different things.  Sitting in class may be a difficulty for some students so having some type of seating/positioning support to keep them upright in their seat may be extremely useful.  Communication devices are also beneficial in the classroom. It will allow your students to easily communicate their wants and needs to you.  It will also allow them to be able to fully participate in classroom activities and discussions.

Permalink Reply by Sarah Hrdina on September 19, 2012 at 9:15pm

I just saw a video on the TAPit. I have never heard of this device until recently and I thought it was very neat! Here's a few other video that I found on the TAPit as well as some information. Check it out!

http://teachsmart.org/tapit/index.html