AT Consideration

AT Consideration Resources

AT should be considered for every student with an IEP. Consideration goes beyond simply checking "yes" or "no" on the IEP documents, but is a careful and thoughtful discussion that focuses on the student's needs and abilities, environments, tasks and how they might be supported by AT. The results of the AT consideration discussion may indicate the need for a more in-depth AT assessment. The following resources will help define the AT consideration process.

AT Consideration in the IEP Process

This module will assist educational professionals and IEP team members in considering and determining student need for assistive technology.

AT Consideration in the IEP

Information to assist school IEP teams in considering a student's AT needs in an effective and meaningful way during the annual IEP process.

AT Consideration Video

This video will assist educational professionals and IEP team members in considering and determining student needs for assistive technology.

AT Decision-Making Tool

The Assistive Technology Decision-Making Tool (ATDMT) guides and supports the educational team in considering the need for assistive technology (AT) and accessible educational materials (AEM) for their students. Completion of the ATDMT does not result in identifying specific AT and/or AEM. However, the tool provides guidance when an assessment is needed to gather more information for AT, AEM, and/or accessible formats.

AT Decision-Making Tool Overview Video

Not sure where to start? We have you covered! Watch our quick overview video to get started on the ATDMT.

AT Decision-Making Tool (PDF)

The ATDMT is designed to guide and support educational teams in considering the need for AT and AEM for students with disabilities. Complete the tool online (preferred) or download and print.

AT Consideration Series: Beyond the Checkbox

AT Decision-Making Tool Professional Development. Watch the quick overview video above to get started now!

Training Name	Status	Date(s) and Times	Link
Getting Started with AT Consideration: Identifying the Task	Online	September 17th, 2025. 3:30pm - 4:15pm EST	Learn more & register
Technology Everywhere: When Universal Tools Become AT	Online	October 8th, 2025. 3:30pm - 4:15pm EST	Learn more & register
Deep Dive: AT Assessment Essentials	Online	December 10th, 2025. 3:30pm - 4:15pm EST	Learn more & register
Unpacking Accessible Educational Materials	Online	January 14th, 2026. 3:30pm - 4:15pm EST	Learn more & register
Deep Dive: Identifying Accessible Formats	Online	February 18th, 2026. 3:30pm - 4:15pm EST	Learn more & register
Making it Count: Documenting in the IEP	Online	March 11th, 2026. 3:30pm - 4:15pm EST	Learn more & register