Examples of Assistive Technology supporting Culturally and Linguistically Responsive Pedagogy:
- Support linguistic diversity in a range of online resources, translation options online, Apps or extensions on a device and within Augmentative and Alternative Communication devices.
- Provide picture books in multiple languages in hard copy and digitally via an accessible device.
- Consider cultural priorities when designing visual schedules and when programming AAC devices consider which images are appropriate to choose.
- Use resources (books, eBooks, online resources, handouts) where students see themselves including students with disabilities, students with varied ethnicities and students with varied gender identities.
“To Promote Equity, We Use Cultural Proficiency as: A lens for examining how we can include and honor the cultures and learning needs of all AT users”
Culturally Responsive Assistive Technology Services (Beth Poss)