Assistive tech: What it is and how it helps

In It: Raising Kids Who Learn Differently

From the talk-to-text feature on a phone to a lap desk, many people use assistive technology (AT) every day. For kids who learn and think differently, assistive tech can make learning easier. But how do you know if it’s something your child needs?

In this episode, hosts Gretchen Vierstra and Rachel Bozek welcome returning guest Shira Moskovitz. Shira, a special education teacher and technology specialist, shares some of the ways assistive tech can help. Tune in to learn about the different types of AT, how they work, and how to figure out if they’re right for your child.

To find a transcript for this episode and more resources, visit the episode page at Understood.

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Related resources

• 5 questions to consider when choosing assistive technology tools
• Assistive technology: Questions to ask the school
• Check out Understood’s Assistive technology resource hub
• Shira Moskovitz on a Season 4 episode of In It: “Homework battles: What really matters”

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