AT + Mindset = Infinite Possibilities

Presenter(s)

Event Details

Topic:

accessibility & UDL

Format:

lecture

Subject Level:

beginner

Age Span:

N/A

Target Audience:

AT specialist
autism specialist
consultant
deaf / hard of hearing
educator
family member / caregiver
healthcare administration
K-12 administration
occupational therapist

physical therapist
special educator
speech language pathologist
teacher of the visually impaired
university professor / personnel
vision impairment specialist

Professional Development Credits

IACET CEUs:

.01 CEU

ACVREP CEs:

1 CE

Presentation Length: 1 hour

Location:

Plaza 3

Description:

Discover how a strength-based mindset and assistive technology (AT) can unlock new possibilities for students with multiple and severe disabilities. This session follows the journey of a special education school principal in leading effective AT implementation schoolwide. Using the SETT framework (Student, Environment, Tasks, Tools), participants will learn how to create sustainable structures that support AT use throughout the day. The session will also cover strategies to build staff confidence, foster collaboration, and maintain momentum. Whether you’re starting or enhancing AT practices, you’ll leave with practical tools, real-world insights, and renewed inspiration to empower all learners through thoughtful integration of assistive technology.

Learning Outcomes:

As a result of this activity, participants will be able to:

• Identify how mindset directly impacts students' access and use of assistive technology in schools.

• Describe three strategies and structures to support school teams in building their knowledge of assistive technology and applying it effectively with students with disabilities.

• Articulate the next steps in educating and motivating fellow educators on the power and use of assistive technology to improve student learning and autonomy.

Disclosures:

Principal at Montgomery County Public School in Maryland Adjunct Professor at Towson University in Maryland