Students with Physical Disabilities: Best Practices

Have you ever used a tool to help you accomplish a task that was too difficult to do on your own? In this video, teachers work with a student with spina bifida to help her be an active part of their inclusion classroom. As you watch, notice what sorts of assistive devices the teachers use to help MaryAnne. Which types of tools help you accomplish daily tasks in your life? In what ways could tools have helped you in your education? Question Content Area Which types of assistive devices do the teachers use with MaryAnne? What are some important factors for teachers to keep in mind when choosing assistive devices for students?