Journal of Learning Disabilities · 1998 · 83 citations · 0 references
EducationSpecial EducationAssistive TechnologyDisability PolicyLearning DisabilitiesAssistive DevicesAssistive Technology For Learning DisabilitiesAssistive Technology PolicyAssistive Technology ProvisionAssistive Technology Service DeliveryAssistive Technology UseAssistive Technology Program Management
Assistive technology (AT) was recognized by Congress as a viable need for people with disabilities when it passed the Tech Act in 1988. The legislation, which was reauthorized in 1994, has resulted in numerous programs and services that have helped people with disabilities access and use AT devices. The Tech Act's implications for people with learning disabilities is discussed in this article.