Assistive technology in special education and the universal design for learning

Using technology can help students with disabilities to enhance and improve their independence in academic and employment tasks, their participation in classroom discussions, along with helping them to accomplish some difficult academic tasks. This paper discusses the role and benefits of using assistive technology in the Universal Design for Learning (UDL), in academic skills, and in transition serrvices. A summary of the important principles that need to be considered in the integration of technology in educating or training students with disabilities is provided.