UDL Universal Design for Learning

Universal design involves designing and delivering products and services that are usable by people with the widest possible range of functional capabilities.
Funds received under IDEA 2004 may be used to support the use of technology, including technology with universal design principles and assistive technology devices, to maximize accessibility to the general education curriculum for children with disabilities.

NIMAS National Instructional Materials Accessibility Standard

NIMAS is a technical standard established by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) that was created to make it possible for students with print disabilities to receive learning materials in formats they need as quickly as possible.  NIMAS sources are designed to be easily converted into specialized formats, including braille, audio, large print, and digital text.

AT Supports

No or low tech (environmental changes) to high tech (computer based).  Utilization of AT may help students be successful through the use of:

  •   Video (video modeling);
  •   Visuals (including picture and word based supports);
  •   Devices or hardware/software to support:
           Seating, positioning, mobility;
           Communication;
           Computer Access;
           Writing (motor/composing);
           Reading;
           Math;
           Organization;
           Recreation;
           ADL’s;
           Blind/visually impaired; 
           Deaf/hard of hearing;
           Multiple challenges;

     

For a complete list of AT services now available, or to find out more about the Assistive Technology Consortium please contact
Karen Stindt at:
kstindt@cesa6.org
920-236-0526