ATSelect is built on the Assistive Technology Tool Selection Protocol that provides a comprehensive model for guiding a clinician or educator to identify the appropriate technology to support the specific learning needs a student may have.

 

There are 4 steps in the protocol:

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1. Use the SETT framework to identify ecological variables (Zabala, 2000; Virtual Center of Excellence, 2000). SETT stands for a) Student, b) Environment, c) Task, and d) Tool.

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2. Once SETT variables have been considered, use the Assistive Technology Map to identify the assistive technology tool. To do, first identify the main domain the student is having a difficulty with (oral language, reading, writing, season/motor, organization, or math). Next, identify the specific academic skill that is interfering. For example, reading is comprised of decoding/fluency, comprehension, and reading vocabulary. For more assistance with determining academic skills, refer to the Learning Profile diagram here. The final step will be the identifying of the appropriate assistive technology tool.

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3. Once you have identified the assistive technology tool, then learn more about the tool in the Assistive Technology Tool List.

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4. After deciding the appropriate assistive technology tool, next choose the program. Look through the assistive technology program software and the equipment list to find a suitable program. When making this decision, take back into consideration the SETT variables.

 

The PDF form provided on this page will help organize your information as you go through the 4 steps.