Fulton County Schools
Assistive Technology
Links to Resources
Featured Site of the Month:
Gateway to Language and Learning
Resources for AAC users using Gateway© Communication Page Sets
Fulton County IST and Teacher Resources:
Georgia Alternate Assessment (GAA) Resources
2005-2006 Documentation of Assistive Technology in the IEP Power Point
2005-2006 AT Consideration Checklist Power Point
2005-2006 Transition of Assistive Technology Procedures Power Point
Assistive Technology Resources:
Georgia Project for Assistive Technology (GPAT)
Provides a range of assistive technology professional development and technical support services to local school system staff, students, and their families
An organization that focuses on computer technology for people with special needs through its bi-monthly newspaper, annual international conference, and website
Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America (RESNA)
An interdisciplinary association that promotes research, development, education and advocacy
Quality Indicators for Assistive Technology (QIAT)
A nationwide consortium focusing on quality indicators for Assistive Technology in public school settings
University of Bulffalo Assistive Technology Training Online Project
A site that provides a wealth of information, tutorials, and links to relevant websites
Teacher/Classroom Resources:
Electronic newsletters containing ideas for teaching using assistive technology
Baltimore City Public School System AT Website - Digital Text and Adapted Books
Website that includes a list of links for digital/e-text sites, as well as a number of pre-made Boardmaker symbols to go along with books (to make adapted books).
Dynavox Technologies Knowledge Base
A searchable database that provides detailed instructions for performing functions and troubleshooting with all Dynavox products
Georgia Department of Education's curriculum website with the current Georgia Performance Standards. Includes resources and a unit builder for teachers.
IntelliShare Classroom Activity Exchange
A website designed for searching and downloading free classroom activities for Classroom Suite software
Website created for teachers of students with different learning needs. Ideas for building literacy-based thematic units are available for free and and for sale.
Using Colors to Meet Special Needs
Resource available on the Don Johnston Incorporated website that gives suggestions for background and text colors for students with different abilities
Disability Related Topics:
Autism: Interventions and Strategies for Success
Website from CESA 7 in Green Bay, Wisconsin that addresses Assistive Technology, Learning Styles, Communication and more...
Federal Government's Disability Website
Provides disability information and resources
Website about learning disabilities for parents, students and professionals
A national organization and source of information on cerebral palsy
Vendor Resource:
Assistive Technology Industry Association
Not-for-profit membership organization of manufacturers, sellers and providers of assistive technology