ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY IN ELEMENTARY MATHEMATICS EDUCATION: TOOLS AND OPPORTUNITIES

Abstract

As digital technology peaks up, its effect over children and youth can be easily seen. As we become more reliant in technology, today’s children have become avid users as well. Many researchers have different view about technology presence on children lives. As per study, more than 60% of future   jobs will be directly or indirectly dependent on the use of digital technology and expertise. With this, it become important to have more studies on assistive technology .This paper focuses on the assistive technology that can be employed in elementary classrooms so our children get acquaintance with technology and tools in classroom to enhance learning .further, this paper will also take a look upon opportunities that will be made available with the assistive tools involved.