Any item, piece of equipment, or product system, whether acquired commercially off the shelf, modified, or customized, that is used to increase, maintain, or improve functional capabilities of individuals with disabilities. (PL 100-407, PL 101-476)

Assistive Technology Device:

Any item, piece of equipment, or product system, whether acquired commercially off the shelf, modified, or customized, that is used to increase, maintain, or improve functional capabilities of individuals with disabilities. (PL 100-407, PL 101-476)

For a child with a visual impairment, this may include: low vision aids, bold line paper, Braille writers, screen readers, Braille printers, communication devices.

The American Foundation for the Blind and the Texas School Box (TX School for the Blind) are great sources of information on assistive technology.

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