20 ways to maximize the use of single switch technology with students with severe disabilites
citation_date
2006
Description
Students with severe physical and/or cognitive disabilities may find it very difficult to engage in activities in their environment. Single switch technology can provide the means for adapting activities to meet student’s diverse needs (Brett, 1995). Single switches can be used as tools for promoting the development of cognitive skills (e.g., establishing cause-effect relationships), developing purposeful motor skills (e.g., reaching, pressing), enhancing social and play skills (e.g., facilitating interactions with peers and adults), and increasing independence and control over the environment.
Type
text
citation_publisher
Utah Personnel Development Center
citation_journal_title
The Utah Special Educator
citation_volume
27
citation_issue
2
citation_firstpage
44
Citation_lastpage
47
citation_keywords
Single switch; Severe disabilities; Assistive technology; Disabled students
Subject (LCSH)
People with disabilities; Self-help devices for people with disabilities
citation_language
eng
Bibliographic Citation
Johnston, S. S. (2006). 20 ways to maximize the use of single switch technology with students with severe disabilites. The Utah Special Educator, 27(2), 44-7.
