SPND 420 Introduction to Assistive Technology
The purpose of this course is to strengthen the preparation of teachers of students with severe and moderate disabilities to enable them to teach PreK-12 learners who are nonverbal, have limited speech, and may or may not already use Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) and Assistive Technology (AT). Acknowledging the critical role of special educators in educating students who use AAC/AT in identifying students who might benefit from such systems, the Massachusetts legislature enacted a law to ensure that special education teachers acquire specific knowledge and skills in this area.
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