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Innovative Technologies for Inclusive Education - A Review of Best Practices from Global Resource Centers
Editorial data: UNESCO - Institute for Informations Technologies in Education
Abstract: This publication, a key output of the "UNESCO–Chengdu project Integrating Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovations to Strengthen Inclusion and Equity in Education in Africa", explores the transformative impact of ICT, AI, and assistive technologies (AT) in enhancing inclusion and equity in education for persons with disabilities and special educational needs (SEN). Highlighting the experiences of resource centers (RCs) worldwide, it showcases innovative applications such as adaptive learning tools, communication aids, and sensory devices that improve educational access, personalize learning, and foster social integration. The report also addresses challenges such as accessibility, affordability, and digital literacy while emphasizing the need for collaboration and capacity-building to support inclusive practices. Through success stories and best practices, this document serves as a valuable resource for professionals and advocates committed to advancing inclusive, high-quality education through technology and innovation.
Year of publication: 2025
Type of document: Manuals or books
Last update: January 2025
Innovative Technologies for Inclusive Education - A Review of Best Practices from Global Resource Centers
Editorial data: UNESCO - Institute for Informations Technologies in Education
Abstract: This publication, a key output of the "UNESCO–Chengdu project Integrating Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovations to Strengthen Inclusion and Equity in Education in Africa", explores the transformative impact of ICT, AI, and assistive technologies (AT) in enhancing inclusion and equity in education for persons with disabilities and special educational needs (SEN). Highlighting the experiences of resource centers (RCs) worldwide, it showcases innovative applications such as adaptive learning tools, communication aids, and sensory devices that improve educational access, personalize learning, and foster social integration. The report also addresses challenges such as accessibility, affordability, and digital literacy while emphasizing the need for collaboration and capacity-building to support inclusive practices. Through success stories and best practices, this document serves as a valuable resource for professionals and advocates committed to advancing inclusive, high-quality education through technology and innovation.
Year of publication: 2025
Type of document: Manuals or books
Last update: January 2025
Andrich R, Gower V, Milo A,
Albert, age 23: autonomy in writing and communicating
Editorial data: Portale SIVA Fondazione Don Gnocchi - Banca Dati dei Casi di Studio
Abstract: Alberto is a young man with a complex clinical situation. During the rehabilitation program at our center we worked at meeting his main needs related to mobility, writing, communication and environmental control. In the course of the prgram, thanks to the assistive products available in our Assistive Technology Unit (which were properly configured according to his motor and cognitive impairments), Alberto gradually developed the skills needed to effectively use them. In the meanwhile his life situation changed due to external circumstances. He had the possibility to start attending a Day Centre (sheltered workshop) and thus spend the majority of his time away from home. At the end of the occupational therapy programme we suggested a list of assistive products, which the family agreed to but and place in the Day Centre. After a while we visited the Day Centre and had the opportunity to check the equipment and fix a number of mistakes that had been done in the installation stage. We could also discuss with the family and the Centre staff how to best exploit the potential of the assistive technology provided to Alberto. In the final assessment all the actors involved (Alberto, family, educators) expressed satisfaction with the work done and the choices made.
Year of publication: 2015
Type of document: Case studies/experiences
Last update: March 2016
Albert, age 23: autonomy in writing and communicating
Editorial data: Portale SIVA Fondazione Don Gnocchi - Banca Dati dei Casi di Studio
Abstract: Alberto is a young man with a complex clinical situation. During the rehabilitation program at our center we worked at meeting his main needs related to mobility, writing, communication and environmental control. In the course of the prgram, thanks to the assistive products available in our Assistive Technology Unit (which were properly configured according to his motor and cognitive impairments), Alberto gradually developed the skills needed to effectively use them. In the meanwhile his life situation changed due to external circumstances. He had the possibility to start attending a Day Centre (sheltered workshop) and thus spend the majority of his time away from home. At the end of the occupational therapy programme we suggested a list of assistive products, which the family agreed to but and place in the Day Centre. After a while we visited the Day Centre and had the opportunity to check the equipment and fix a number of mistakes that had been done in the installation stage. We could also discuss with the family and the Centre staff how to best exploit the potential of the assistive technology provided to Alberto. In the final assessment all the actors involved (Alberto, family, educators) expressed satisfaction with the work done and the choices made.
Year of publication: 2015
Type of document: Case studies/experiences
Last update: March 2016
Palestino A.
The alternative augmentative communication in childhood
Editorial data: Tesi Corso di Perfezionamento "Tecnologie per l'Autonomia". Università Cattolica e Fondazione Don Gnocchi, a.a. 2010-2011
Year of publication: 2011
Type of document: Thesis
Last update: December 2011
The alternative augmentative communication in childhood
Editorial data: Tesi Corso di Perfezionamento "Tecnologie per l'Autonomia". Università Cattolica e Fondazione Don Gnocchi, a.a. 2010-2011
Year of publication: 2011
Type of document: Thesis
Last update: December 2011
Andrich R
Communication devices for people with disabilities
Editorial data: Portale SIVA Fondazione Don Carlo Gnocchi
Abstract: The article contains a detailed introduction to communication aids and describes the main types of assistive devices that allow communication, writing and environmental control.
Year of publication: 2006
Type of document: Not published
Last update: May 2013
Communication devices for people with disabilities
Editorial data: Portale SIVA Fondazione Don Carlo Gnocchi
Abstract: The article contains a detailed introduction to communication aids and describes the main types of assistive devices that allow communication, writing and environmental control.
Year of publication: 2006
Type of document: Not published
Last update: May 2013