Learning environment Flashcards
(12 cards)
Assistive Listening Devices / Environmental Aids
assist students who are hard of hearing/deaf process auditory information
Example.
Amplification devices
Recreational and Leisure Aids
increase independent and active participation in physical activity and leisure activities
Example.
Adapted toys or Adapted exercise equipment (stationary bike)
Augmentative Communication Aids
allow for expressive (expressing thoughts/ ideas) and receptive (understanding what others are saying) communication in children with limited to no communication
Example.
Speech to Text Communicator or Text to Speech Communicator
Academic and Learning Aids
assist students with certain disabilities that impact learning and effect child’s ability to master academic content
Example.
Calculator
Seating and Positioning Aids
provide safe, comfortable, and easily-accessible seating/ position options
Example.
Gait belt or Adjustable chairs
Environmental Control Aids
allow students to independently interact with/control their environment
Example.
Adapted switches or Adapted appliances
Aids For Daily Living
allow students to independently perform activities of daily living (eating, grooming, toileting, etc.)
Example.
Adapted cups that prevent choking and spills Velcro/hooks that allow for independent dressing
Computer Access Aids
allow students with disabilities to easily use classroom computers
Example.
Adapted keyboard or Special software
Mobility Aids
increase student mobility
Example.
Wheelchair or Walker
Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
activities performed daily to meet an individual’s basic needs
Example.
Washing hair and body
Visual Aids
help students with visual impairments/blindness process visual information
Example.
Magnifiers or Screen reading software
