Assistive Technology Planning Guide

							                                   Assistive Technology Planning Guide
                                   Problem Identification ( A Framework )

Tasks: What does the student need          Environmental Considerations           Student’s Abilities/Difficulties
to be able to do?                                                                 related to tasks

e.g. produce legible written material,   e.g. classroom, playground,              Writing/Use of Hands:
produce audible speech, read text,       lunchroom, home; IBM compatible          Communication:
complete math problems, participate      computer in room available for all       Reading Cognition:
in rec/leisure, move independently in    children, voice output device            Mobility:
the school environment.                  available in classroom, etc.; students   Vision:
                                         sit on floor for calendar, desks         Hearing:
                                         arranged in groups of four;              Behavior:
                                         chalkboard at end of long room           Other:



 Task(s) identified for Solution
 Generation




          Solution - Generation                     Solution - Selection                      Implementation Plan

Brainstorming Only - no decision             Discuss & Select best ideas from     AT services needed. AT trial: how long,
                                             brainstorming                        when, person (s) responsible




Resources:
                                                                                   Follow-up Plan
AT Checklist
Technology Toolbox
CTG Resource Directory
Co-Net CD
AAC Feature Match/Needs First                                                     Specific Date to inform
START team member                                                                 START Member _____________




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