Design+and+Selection

Selection and Design The selection of the right technology is influenced by several factors including the abilities of the student, his/her family's culture and value system, the environment in which the technology is used and previous experiences with devices and strategies. Assistive technology has the potential to increase the abilities of a child, a complete assessment should always pave the way for acquisition of the piece of equipment. In selecting the assistive technology needs of a child the following should be considered:


 * the abilities of a child; his/her interests and preferences
 * the family's culture and value system
 * the environment it will be used in
 * the functional tasks for participating in daily routines
 * available materials and technologies
 * the barriers to his/her participation