Empowering education: The role of assistive technology

Connected Nation

English - May 01, 2024 18:00 - 46 minutes - 32 MB
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On today’s episode of the Connected Nation Podcast, we focus on important guidance provided by the US Department of Education regarding the use of assistive technology devices and services for children with disabilities.

We are joined by the woman who leads the office that provides that guidance – about the facts and the myths - that surround the use of these technologies within our public schools.

Recommended Links:
Myths and Facts PDF
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