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AT Guidance Myths and Facts Graphics

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The Myths/Facts graphics highlight the content from the Assistive Technology (AT) Guidance released in January 2024 and are intended to provide administrators, educators, and families tools to help avoid misconceptions regarding AT, and provide examples of the use of AT devices and services for children with disabilities. Learn more about additional federal policy to practice resources.

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IDEA Part B: Supporting School-Aged Children with Disabilities

IDEA Part B mandates that states provide a free and appropriate public education (FAPE) for all children ages 3 to 21 according to their needs. Additional requirements include providing the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE),, Related Services (OT), and Individualized Educational Plans (IEPs). Share these graphics when sharing Part B requirements with educators, administrators, and families 

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IDEA Part C: Supporting Infants and Toddlers Birth through Age 2

Part C of the IDEA requires states to provide early intervention services for infants and toddlers ages birth through age two. Download these graphics if you are working with organizations supporting families, educators, and administrators providing services for children birth through age 2.

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Deploying AT Devices and Services

Check out the myths/facts graphics focused on the deployment of AT devices and services including information on the timing, staffing, coordination, and resources to support AT implementation.

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AT Devices and Services

This bundle of myths/facts graphics helps clarify common misconceptions regarding AT tools and services, how and when AT should be implemented, and the variety of options available for students. Download these graphics to better understand AT options and requirements.

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AT Costs and Funding

This set of Myths/Facts graphics highlights funding sources available for AT and includes examples of low-cost AT.

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