AT Assessment Guide – eBooks

The Assistive Technology Assessment Guide (ATAG) is a four-part eBook series that provides step-by-step guidance to help assistive technology teams navigate each phase of the AT Life Cycle.

Bundle any ATAG guide with remote coaching provided by a RESNA Certified ATP with more than 25 years of experience.

1. Building an AT Team

   Establishing an Assistive Technology Assessment Team (ATAT) is essential for conducting effective assessments, coordinating technology trials, and supporting successful implementation.

   Working in a team can be a positive or negative experience. Collaborative goal setting, a unified vision, and standardized protocols enhance the probability of success.

   Guides included:

   • Statement Development Worksheet
   • Goal Setting Worksheet
   • Policy Setting Worksheet
     
     
2. Assessment Guide

   The ATAG Assessment Guide provides a streamlined, step-by-step process covering consideration, observation, feature matching, and report writing.

   Learn about each step in the assessment process through the eBook, then use the corresponding guides for consistent, effective AT assessments.

   Guides included:

   • Assessment Checklist
   • Consideration Guide
   • Contact and Meeting Log
   • Parent Input Form (English & Spanish)
   • Student Input Form
   • Feature Matching Guide
   • Redacted Sample AT Assessment Reports
   • Blank AT Report Format
   • Fillable PDFs – SETT & WATI Student Information Guides
     
     
3. AT Trials

   Trials of recommended assistive technology devices provide the team and AT user with valuable feedback to help identify the most appropriate solution. Skipping this step can result in time and financial resources being spent on technology that does not effectively meet the user's needs.

   Guide Included: AT Trials Planning Guide

4. Implementation Process

   A clear implementation plan can help reduce assistive technology abandonment and prevent wasted time, effort, and resources.

   A user-centered implementation plan outlines the steps needed for successful adoption of an assistive technology system. It helps the team define expectations, assign responsibilities, understand the technology, identify strategies, and coordinate a team approach. The written plan captures the who, what, where, when, why, and how of implementation.

   Guides included:

   • AT Implementation Plan
   • AAC Implementation Plan
   • Weekly AT Planner
   • Coaching Planning tool
   • Consult Notes
   • AT User Self-Assessment
   • AT User Visual Goal Timeline

Coaching

While the ATAG eBooks are designed for independent use, adding remote coaching can provide teams with additional guidance and support throughout the assessment and implementation process.

The add-on remote coaching package provides monthly meetings and ongoing phone and email access for the duration of the coaching period.

• 3-months
• 6-months
• 12-months