What kinds of low-tech and mid-tech adaptations can assist students with disabilities in completing math assignments?

We just explored some applications that address math concepts, skills, and problem solving. Of course, we should always consider low and mid-tech adaptations. Here are some examples.

We discussed many virtual manipulatives in the last post, but we should not forget the real ones including base ten blocks. Onion Mountain Technology manufactures many math manipulatives including number and operation stamps, magnet math numerals, and an elapsed timeline.

Variations on calculators including talking calculators and calculators with oversized buttons are also very useful. Another type of calculator is the coin-u-lator with buttons that look like coins.

Resources:

Dell, A. G., Newton, D. A., & Petroff, J. G. (2012). Assistive Technology in the Classroom: Enhancing the School Experiences of Students with Disabilities (2nd ed., pp. 134-135). Boston, MA: Pearson Education.