IDEA added which of the following?

IDEA added which of the following?

• A. The Need for Assistive Technology
• B. Additional Funding for Sports Programs
• C. Mandated Homebound Services
• D. Expanded Preschool Options

Answer: (A)

IDEA explicitly includes assistive technology as a necessary consideration to ensure a student with disabilities can access and participate in the educational program. The evaluation team must consider whether devices or services are needed—ranging from simple tools like adapted pencils or preferred seating to high-tech options like communication devices—and, if required to implement the IEP, provide those AT supports at no cost. This ensures the child can access the general curriculum and participate meaningfully in school activities. The other options aren’t the additions IDEA highlights; they don’t capture the mandated focus on assistive technology that helps level the playing field for students with disabilities.

IDEA explicitly includes assistive technology as a necessary consideration to ensure a student with disabilities can access and participate in the educational program. The evaluation team must consider whether devices or services are needed—ranging from simple tools like adapted pencils or preferred seating to high-tech options like communication devices—and, if required to implement the IEP, provide those AT supports at no cost. This ensures the child can access the general curriculum and participate meaningfully in school activities. The other options aren’t the additions IDEA highlights; they don’t capture the mandated focus on assistive technology that helps level the playing field for students with disabilities.