The Journal of Special Education Apprenticeship
Abstract
For over a century, early childhood experts have discussed the importance of play for young children’s growth and development. Play is critical for the development of young children as it increases learning (Barton, 2015), supports young children in gaining social and communication skills (Dennis & Stockall, 2015), and leads to social awareness and empathy skills (Brown, 2009). However, for young children with disabilities, accessing play and social interactions can prove to be challenging (Fallon & MacCobb, 2013). In order to support preschoolers with disabilities in learning through play, the authors recommend the use of assistive technologies (AT) for (a) communication, (b) mobility, and (c) independence. This article presents information about specific assistive technology devices and supports in each of these three areas.
Recommended Citation
Lohmann, M. J., Hovey, K. A., Gauvreau, A. N., & Higgins, J. P. (2019). Using Assistive Technology Tools to Support Learning in the Inclusive Preschool Classroom. The Journal of Special Education Apprenticeship, 8(2). https://doi.org/10.58729/2167-3454.1090