The term assistive technology service means any service that directly assists a child with a disability in the selection, acquisition, or use of an assistive technology device. Assistive Technology terms include:

(A) the evaluation of the needs of such child, including a functional evaluation of the child in the child's customary environment;

(B) purchasing, leasing, or otherwise providing for the acquisition of assistive technology devices by such child;

(C) selecting, designing, fitting, customizing, adapting, applying, maintaining, repairing, or replacing assistive technology devices;

(D) coordinating and using other therapies, interventions, or services with assistive technology devices, such as those associated with existing education and rehabilitation plans and programs;

(E) training or technical assistance for such child, or, where appropriate, the family of such child; and

(F) training or technical assistance for professionals (including individuals providing education and rehabilitation services), employers, or other individuals who provide services to, employ, or are otherwise substantially involved in the major life functions of such child.

• AT can help people work around challenges and leverage strengths

• AT enhances capabilities and lowers barriers to achievement

• AT increases participation and progression in meaningful activities of life

• AT increases independence

• Pencil grips

• Special lined paper

• Sticky notes

• Line readers

• Color overlays

• Visuals

• Computer mouse

• Word banks

• Text reader

• Word prediction

• Dictation feature

• Dynamic Display Communication Device

• Eye gaze software

• Positioning equipment

• Distance viewer

• Magnification tools

• Sound amplification systems