SWAAAC Supports Colorado's School-based AT Professionals
The State-Wide Assistive Technology and Augmentative Alternative Communication (SWAAAC) program within the Center for Inclusive Design and Technology began in 1998. This innovative partnership with the Colorado Department of Education provides school-based teams with Assistive Technology resources and support that students with disabilities need to achieve their full potential.
StateWide Assistive Technology
Augmentative and Alternative Communication The Colorado Department of Education’s school-based SWAAAC teams provide multidisciplinary Assistive Technology services to provide students with disabilities equal access to the curriculum and full participation in their education and classroom. There are over 60 participating school districts and 500 SWAAAC team members across the state of Colorado.
Announcements
RESNA's ATP Fundamentals Course is now being offered online and in-person. Visit their website to see the course schedule and to enroll!Adapted Rubix Cube
A graduate student at the University of Massachusetts created an adapted Rubix Cube for the visually impaired. Check out this article to learn more on how to make your own!
Loan Library
The SWAAAC Loan Library contains over 1200 assistive technology devices and resources. Search the catalogue for switches, mounts, AAC devices, adapted curricula, executive function supports, and SO MUCH MORE. Low-tech to high-tech, you are sure to find what you need. If we don’t have it, let us know and we’ll consider adding your requests. Visit the online library to see what's new, learn something new, and be inspired!
Resources
Resources for parents covering assistive technology, accommodations, and more.
AT Research
The Colorado Initiative for Model Practices in Augmentative and Alternative Communication and Technologies (IMPAACT). Explore our videos, pictures, and resources that reflect best practices in Augmentative Alternative Communication.