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PART 1 (100 WORDS)

How can an Early Childhood Care Professional facilitate play for a child with special needs using assistive technology? What are some limitations that this child may have? Give specific examples.

PART 2 (100 WORDS)

Using assistive technology is one of the many ways Early Childhood Care Professionals can facilitate learning for children with special needs.

This week, you will discuss assistive technology and how the use of assistive technology can foster learning in the classroom for young children with special needs.

1. What are some examples of low-tech assistive technology? How can low-tech assistive technology be used for young children with disabilities in the classroom? Give specific examples.

2. What are some examples of high-tech assistive technology? How can high-tech assistive technology be used for young children with disabilities in the classroom? Give specific examples.

PART 3 (200 WORDS)

Each state has its own pool of resources available to children with special needs. This week, visit the Ed.gov site and research the resources for children with special needs in your state, and then discuss your findings with your classmates.

Source: "State Contacts" (2012): U.S. Department of Education.

List three (3) state agencies and organizations available for children with special needs. Give a brief description of each resource. How can you use these resources as an Early Childhood Care Professional.