"Necessary for Some, Good for All."

Assistive technology has become a new tool to help special needs students adapt their learning and help them use an array of software/programs as a way of enhancing their particular challenges and easing their ability to learn. The impact on their learning can be monumental.

The technology can help the student become more independent, empower them and build their confidence. It allows them to be more integrated in the learning environment and can increase their aims and objectives. It gives them choices about how they can or want to learn. It helps the student feel included in their classroom environment and gives them more tools to help self-manage and self-reflect.

The intended or unintended result of using assistive technology not only helps the special needs students, but also gives the teacher tools to help all students collaborate. Assistive technology becomes a collaboration tool available for all students in the classroom and helps nurture a philosophy of co-operation and inclusion.