ALT Myth - Providing assistive technology (AT) devices and services is optional under IDEA and an LEA does not have to provide AT devices and services if there are no funds available for the AT device and service. Fact - IEP Teams must consider assistive technology (AT) devices and services for all children with EPs and must provide and fully fund the AT devices and services if the IEP Team determines they are necessary to provide FAPE for the child. AltShift.education

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ALT light blue background with the text heading Myth and the text, "Buying assistive technology (AT) devices takes a long time and won't give timely services to the child as required. The text heading Fact and the text, "IDEA requires that as soon as possible following the IEP, special education and related services (including AT devices, if required) are made available to the child in accordance with the child's IEP. altshift.education

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ALT Dark blue background with large, white text at the top that reads, "Did You know?" Below is a red box with white text that reads, "Myth." In the white box attached to the red myth box, the text states, "Assistive Technology (AT) always involves an electronic device and is always high-tech." Below is a green box with white text that reads, "Fact." In the white box attached to the green fact box, the text states, "AT devices or tools can include non-electronic devices or tools (e.g. visual schedules, calendars, pencil grips, etc.). altshift.education is in white text at the bottom of the image.

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ALT Graphic with information and 2 pictures of young children playing. Early Math Skills and embodied Cognition in Preschool Teaching. This Session will explore the fascinating intersection of early math education and embodied strategies as a synamic and effective approach in math pedagogy, unveil insights from ground breaking reserach, and offer practical applications of educators in enhancing early math learning. EMIF Virtual Meetup Wednesday, March 20, 2024 7:30pm ET. Session facilitated by Helen Orimaye, Doctoral Fellow, Department of Early Childhood Education, East Tennesee State University. Register at bit.ly/EMIFMar2024