Chapter 11
Multiple Choice
1. A wheelchair or a hearing aid are examples of what level of technology to increase access?
a. No tech
b. Low tech
c. Medium tech
d. High tech
2. Virtual reality devices and adaptive keyboards are examples of what level of technology to
increase access?
a. No tech
b. Low tech
c. Medium tech
d. High tech
3. Physical, speech, or occupational therapy are examples of what level of technology to increase
access?
a. No tech
b. Low tech
c. Medium tech
d. High tech
4. Pencil grips or Velcro fasteners are examples of what level of technology to increase access?
a. No tech
b. Low tech
c. Medium tech
d. High tech
5. Systematic teaching procedures is an example of which level of technology as an instructional
tool?
a. No tech
b. Low tech
c. Medium tech
d. High tech
6. Computer text with hypermedia links and instructional computer software are examples of which
level of technology as an instructional tool?
a. No tech
b. Low tech
c. Medium tech
d. High tech
7. Flash cards and overhead projectors are examples of which level of technology as an educational
tool?
a. No tech
b. Low tech
c. Medium tech
d. High tech
8. Calculators are an example of which level of technology as an instructional tool?
a. No tech
b. Low tech
c. Medium tech
d. High tech
9. A generic term that describes enhancements to or changes in the way students access
environments or instruction is known as what?
a. Aided AAC systems
b. Low tech systems
c. Assistive technology
d. Voice output communication aids
Short Answer
1. Define Assistive Technology.
2. List the four major AT competency areas discussed in the textbook.
3. List the seven areas of human function according to which AT can be categorized.
4. Define and provide examples of AAC.
5. Define Computer-Assisted Instruction (CAI).
Essay
1. List and describe the four AT competencies discussed in the textbook.
2. List and describe the seven areas of human function according to which AT can be categorized,
providing
examples of each.
3. List and describe examples of technology solutions to increase access and as instructional tools in
each of the
following types: no-tech, low-tech, medium-tech, and high-tech.
4. Describe the SETT Framework, as described in the textbook
Answer Key