What is the purpose of the assistive technology (AT) evaluation in a student's IEP?

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What is the purpose of the assistive technology (AT) evaluation in a student's IEP?

The assistive technology evaluation in an IEP is about identifying the specific tools and supports that will help the student access the curriculum and participate in school activities. The team looks at what tasks are challenging, what devices or strategies could make those tasks possible, and how the tools fit into the student’s daily routines and goals. The outcome is a plan with recommended devices or software and the related services needed (training, setup, ongoing support) to use them effectively in learning. This focuses on enabling functional access and participation, not on measuring intelligence, securing funding, or scheduling the IEP meeting. For example, a student who struggles with writing might be recommended a word processor with speech-to-text, a keyboard, or an AAC device, along with teacher and student training on how to use these tools during instruction.

The assistive technology evaluation in an IEP is about identifying the specific tools and supports that will help the student access the curriculum and participate in school activities. The team looks at what tasks are challenging, what devices or strategies could make those tasks possible, and how the tools fit into the student’s daily routines and goals. The outcome is a plan with recommended devices or software and the related services needed (training, setup, ongoing support) to use them effectively in learning. This focuses on enabling functional access and participation, not on measuring intelligence, securing funding, or scheduling the IEP meeting. For example, a student who struggles with writing might be recommended a word processor with speech-to-text, a keyboard, or an AAC device, along with teacher and student training on how to use these tools during instruction.

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