Karen Gorman, the Coordinator of Assistive Technology Evaluations in New York City's District 75, clearly explains the basics of Assistive Technology. Included are explanations of Programmatic VS Mandated devices, as well as general guidelines for referral of students in need of these devices full time.
For more information on Assistive Devices in District 75, Special Education, you can visit the following website:
schools.nyc.gov/Offices/District75/Departments/Technology/AssistiveAdaptive/default.htm
Susan Abdulezer
Video Producer
District 75, NYC Department of Education