Assistive Technology
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Region One ESC provides Assistive Technology services through the Special Education Department. The Assistive Technology Specialist provides workshops and technical support which enables students with disabilities to access the curriculum, increase independence and participate actively in education and life activities. The support includes:
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Providing supports to participants of the Assitive Technology Team Project
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Loaning assistive technology devices and special adaptive software based on need and availability
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Provide on-site technical assistance and professional development for all areas of Assistive Technology, including:
- Overview
- Assessment
- Augmentative Alternative Communication (AAC)
- Computer Access and Mobility
- Accommodations for Instruction and Assessment
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Provide regional professional development
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Conference sessions
All geared toward assuring students and teachers are able to access and appropriately use assistive technologies to help them learn and achieve success.
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Contact
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Vanesa Villagran
Education Specialist
956-984-6157
vvillagran@esc1.netMaria Elena Vega
Program Assistant
956-984-6241
mavega@esc1.net
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Last Modified on January 23, 2023