Why the article is helpful
- Assistive technologies and other support for people with cognitive disabilities
- Encourages refinement in existing assessment process
- Key to success is making a comprehensive evaluation of consumer needs and preferences
Planning assistive technologies and other supported technology for individuals with cognitive disabilities requires a comprehensive and individualized assessment of current goals, past experiences, and individual predisposition to the use of alternative or additional supports. The authors identified key elements known to influence the successfulness of assistive technology and encourages for the refinement of an existing assessment process to match technologies to individuals with cognitive disabilities. The key to success is making a comprehensive evaluation of consumer needs and preferences.
Links to article
Scherer, M. J. (2005). Assessing the benefits of using assistive technologies and other supports for thinking, remembering and learning. Disability & Rehabilitation, 27(13), 731-739. doi:10.1080/09638280400014816