Predictive Writing App

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Predictive writing applications are software that assist writers by suggesting words as they are typed. Words are suggested based on the context in which they are being used and the initial letters chosen for the word.

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Considerations

Take the following considerations into account when selecting and implementing AT to ensure that the chosen tools are well-suited to the student’s needs, align with their goals, and seamlessly integrate into their educational journey. By embracing a collaborative approach and considering the specific skills, tasks, and implementation context, educators can provide students with the necessary support to thrive academically and functionally, promoting inclusivity and fostering their overall success.

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  • Occupational Therapist (OT): An OT may be a member of the multidisciplinary team that evaluates or reevaluates students suspected of having a disability, including dysgraphia, and participates as an Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) committee member in writing the Present Levels of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance (PLAAFP), drafting annual goals, and recommending assistive technology services and/or the related services of occupational therapy. An OT may provide services that are academic and/or functional in nature. Examples are graphomotor skills needed for handwriting; fine motor skills which include small, finely coordinated hand movements; visual perceptual skills which include the ability to understand and interpret what is seen; visual motor skills which include the ability to coordinate visual and motor skills; and/or self-care skills which include feeding, dressing, hygiene, and toileting skills for increasing independence in necessary life skills. The OT may be a member of the Local Education Agency (LEA) assistive technology (AT) team.

What skills or tasks will the student utilize this tool for? What areas, functional or academic, does this tool support?

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In what activities, classes, or environments will the student utilize this tool?

A Predictive Writing App can be a valuable assistive technology tool for students in several ways: 

  • Improving writing efficiency: Students can use predictive text to speed up their writing process. The app suggests words or phrases as they type, reducing the time spent on typing and allowing them to focus more on generating ideas and organizing their thoughts. 
  • Enhancing spelling and grammar: Predictive writing apps often come with built-in spell checkers and grammar suggestions. This can help students with dyslexia or other learning disabilities to improve their spelling and grammar accuracy while writing. 
  • Vocabulary expansion: By offering word suggestions, the app can introduce students to new vocabulary and help them choose more precise or sophisticated language in their writing. 
  • Reducing cognitive Load: For students with cognitive disabilities or difficulties with working memory, predictive text can alleviate some of the cognitive load associated with generating written content, allowing them to concentrate on higher-level writing skills. 
  • Increasing independence: Predictive writing apps empower students to work independently on writing tasks, as they provide real-time support and feedback without the need for constant teacher intervention. 
  • Customization and personalization: Many predictive writing apps allow users to customize the word prediction settings based on their writing style and preferences. This flexibility can accommodate the diverse needs and preferences of individual students. 
  • Supporting multimodal learning: Some predictive writing apps offer multimodal features such as speech-to-text functionality, allowing students to dictate their ideas instead of typing them. This can benefit students with fine motor difficulties or those who prefer verbal expression. 
  • Feedback and revision: Predictive writing apps can facilitate the revision process by suggesting alternative words or phrases, encouraging students to consider different options and refine their writing for clarity and coherence. 

Overall, a Predictive Writing App can serve as a valuable assistive technology tool for students by promoting writing efficiency, accuracy, independence, and cognitive accessibility.

Resources and Training

CFR 300.324(a)(2)(v) requires the Admission Review and Dismissal (ARD) committee to consider whether a child needs assistive technology devices and services in the development, review, and revision of their IEP. This resource is intended to serve as a repository of the most commonly used AT resources to assist users with understanding the purpose of each AT tool, aspects of use for consideration within IEP development for students, and additional AT implementation resources.

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