Assistive Technology and Universal Design for Learning : Toolkits for Inclusive Instruction

For both undergraduate and graduate teaching programs in special education, this textbook provides a thorough understanding of how assistive technology and UDL can be integrated into educational settings.

Assistive Technology and Universal Design for Learning: Toolkits for Inclusive Instruction is an innovative textbook on instructional and assistive technology. Designed for both undergraduate and graduate teaching programs, student readers can expect to gain a thorough understanding of how assistive technology and UDL can be integrated into educational settings. This text delves into data analytics platforms for analyzing student behavior, learning management systems for facilitating communication, and software emphasizing UDL. Students will learn how to create accessible environments and systems while also focusing on multiple means of representation, engagement, and expression to accommodate all learners. With a developmental focus that supports learners across intellectual, sensory, and motor challenges, this text will serve as a valuable guide on how these technologies can be utilized to effectively transform the classroom and revolutionize education. Key FeaturesInfuses assistive technology and UDLIncludes a unique chapter on distance education, behavior, and emerging technologiesHas a developmental focus that supports learners across intellectual, sensory, and motor challengesToolkits that include resources, strategies, and instructional methods to equip readers to foster an inclusive classroom environment across content areasLearning Outcomes at the beginning of each chapter to provide clear direction for navigating the contentChapter summaries that support understanding of key conceptsChapter activities that support integrating technology within the curriculumGlossary with definitions of key terminology used throughout textChapters that are authored by respected experts within the special education field