Special Education
Glossary

Adaptive device

defined: 

any piece of equipment designed to improve the function of a body part. Examples include standing tables and special spoons that can be used by people with weak hands or poor muscle control.
explained:  
video:

http://www.video.dsu.edu:8080/ramgen/seed100/AdaptiveDevices.rm

illustration:
related terms: assistive technology
related links: closing the gap; virtual assistive technology center

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