Skills And Standards Of Selection And Use Of Assistive Technology Among Saudi Teachers Of Students With Intellectual And Developmental Disabilities

2021 ◽  
pp. 83
Author(s):  
خالد بن محمد أبوالغيث
2013 ◽  
Vol 27 (1) ◽  
pp. 18-31 ◽  
Author(s):  
Scott Haynes

Assistive technology (AT) benefits many individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). The appropriate application of accommodation solutions, whether they involve the use of AT or not, can be a complex process involving a team of people with various backgrounds. This article describes an in-service AT training program that was developed for case managers (CMs) serving individuals with IDD. The article goes on to describe results of the course evaluations designed to measure participant knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors relating to the application of AT in developing accommodation solutions for individuals with IDD. Results indicate that CMs saw limited financial resources as a significant barrier to obtaining appropriate accommodations. However, CMs also felt better equipped to identify appropriate AT accommodation solutions and were more likely to apply AT solutions following completion of the training program.


2021 ◽  
pp. 174462952097555
Author(s):  
Lindsey Albrecht ◽  
Hannah Starnes ◽  
Katie Benton ◽  
Awel Bol ◽  
Emily Gettings ◽  
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Interactive digital art can be a beneficial therapeutic intervention for a variety of populations, but specifically for the population of intellectual and developmental disabilities. Interactive digital art uses the engagement of the participant to create a digital form of art. The purpose of this literature review is to explore the effects that interactive art has on individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Interactive arts discussed were used in a variety of settings ranging from sand art, to using video games, or interactive art exhibits. Sand art and other digital painting methods were proven to be beneficial in improving cognitive functioning and social aspects of those with intellectual disabilities. While exploring the various settings, participant feedback was given in association with using interactive digital art.


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