ABSTRACT
Assistive and adaptive technology, both with and without the use of computers, is quickly becoming an integral part of our education system and society; many of our society’s contributing members, such as Stephen Hawking, could not function without such technology. Assistive technology (AT) is primarily designed to allow individuals with disabilities access to information. With the use of adaptive technologies, computers can become the eyes, ears, voices, and hands for many individuals. Special education programs in American public schools provide resources such as AT and AT services to students with special needs. Many consider the use of the AT to be the great leveler or equalizer for those students with disabilities (Flippo, Inge, & Bareus, 1995).
