Ed Tech tools that support independent learning: Khan Academy is a site with a wide variety of free courses for students. Coolmathgames.com is another site full of games aimed at teaching and strengthening students' math and science skills. Both sites give students the opportunity to learn and practice skills if they need extra help or to learn ahead of pace if they need a challenge.
Assistive technology: Text-to-speech is helpful for people with visual or reading ability impairments or for those unable to speak. Hearing aids are another example of assistive technology and are used by those with a hearing impairment. Students in need of either of these assistive technologies will have a greatly enhanced experience as they are able to use these independently. In certain situations, these technologies take the place of someone who can translate to sign language or read aloud for someone who can't.