assistive technologist
Code 2359.5
Assistive technologists work to improve access to learning or/and improving independence and participation for individuals with disabilities. They do this through learner support and staff support with activities such as assessments, training and guidance. Assistive technologists have a good understanding of learners’ needs and a wide technology knowledge relevant to learning, living or work context. The role requires knowledge of assistive technology hardware and software such as text to speech, prediction, dictation, vision and physical access tools.
Essential skills
Knowledge
- learning needs analysis
- disability care
- learning difficulties
- special needs education
- special needs learning equipment
- project management
- human-computer interaction
- ICT accessibility standards
- curriculum standards
- curriculum objectives
- assessment processes
- development delays
- domotic systems
- assistive technology in education
- disability types
- behavioural disorders
- communication disorders
Skills and competences
- assist children with special needs in education settings
- liaise with educational support staff
- cooperate with education professionals
- assess users' interaction with ICT applications
- evaluate education programmes
- stimulate students' independence
- ensure compliance with legal requirements
- manage government-funded programmes
- identify education needs
- measure software usability
- organise projects to fill education needs
- guide learners in using assistive technologies
- promote education programmes
- protect personal data and privacy
- monitor educational developments
Transversal competences
- address problems critically
- provide specialised instruction for special needs students
- present reports
- provide education management support
- provide assistive technology
- online moderation techniques
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