|
The FEAT has five scales: the Contextual Matching Inventory (which provides information about setting-specific demands), the Checklist of Strengths and Limitations (which is used to gather data regarding person-specific characteristics), the Checklist of Technology Experiences (which offers additional information about the person-specific characteristics with regard to her or his past/current use of technology), the Technology Characteristics Inventory (which examines device-specific characteristics such as dependability, product support, etc.), and the Individual-Technology Evaluation Scale (which is used to determine whether the proposed AT adaptation offers legitimate potential for compensatory effectiveness). The Summary and Recommendations Booklet is used to summarize the assessment information, make recommendations, and arrange for follow-ups to assess for effective implementation. The scales are completed by various members of the assistive technology assessment team and allow for an ecological assessment of assistive technology needs. The following shows who is responsible for completing each scale.
Contextual Matching Inventory: Teacher, employer, family member, and/or student or employee interviewed by the AT Evaluation Team Leader
Checklist of Strengths and Limitations: Teacher, employer, family member, and/or student or employee interviewed by the AT Evaluation Team Leader
Checklist of Technology Experiences: Student or employee interviewed by the AT Evaluation Team Leader
Technology Characteristics Inventory: AT Evaluation Team Leader
Individual-Technology Evaluation Scale: AT Evaluation Team Leader
Summary and Recommendations Booklet: AT Evaluation Team Leader
Complete FEAT Kit includes:
- the Examiner's Manual
- 25 copies of the Contextual Matching Inventory
- 25 copies of the Checklist of Strengths and Limitations
- 25 copies of the Checklist of Technology Experiences
- 25 copies of the Technology Characteristics Inventory
- 25 copies of the Individual-Technology Evaluation Scale
- 25 copies of the Summary/Recommendations Booklet
|
