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The links provided in this section have been suggested by individuals on the QIAT Listserv who who have found them to be of value in supporting, in some way, the development and provision of quality assistive technology services in school settings.

• JSET Article Quality Indicators for Assistive Technology Services
• AT Outcomes The AT Outcomes website and listserv, developed and maintained by the The Adaptive Technology Resource Centre at the University of Toronto in Canada, are dedicated to the development, evaluation and application of valid, reliable and sensitive outcome measure tools. Sections of the website include: information on the AToutcomes Listserv, a list of Outcome Measurement Tools, Who is doing What, Where, Bibliography/Web Resources and Upcoming Events.
• CSUN The California State University at Northridge Center of Disabilities provides information the CSUN Conference and Assistive Technology Training and multiple resources pertaining to technology and services to individuals with disabilities.
• connSENSE Bulletin The connSENSE Bulletin and Website are dedicated to sharing practical resources on assistive technology that help individuals with disabilities. It contains recent articles, Washington updates, resources reviews, links, and conference information. Extensive archives of previous issues of the connSENSE Bulletin are archived on the Web site. Look for older articles, Washington updates, resources, etc. in the "Archives." Sign up for the free Email newsletter.
• Closing the Gap Includes information about the Closing the Gap Conference and Newspaper dedicated to the use of computer technology for people with disabilities. Contains a searchable resource directory, information from the field, and a multiple resources.
• Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) International professional organization dedicated to improving educational outcomes for individuals with exceptionalities, students with disabilities, and/or the gifted. CEC advocates for appropriate governmental policies, sets professional standards, provides continual professional development, advocates for newly and historically underserved individuals with exceptionalities, and helps professionals obtain conditions and resources necessary for effective professional practice.
• Georgia Project for Assistive Technology GPAT develops and enhances local expertise in assistive technology to ensure that students with disabilities have access to the assistive technology devices and services that they need in order to participate in and benefit from their educational programs. This site contains a rich bank of resources, forms and links that can be accessed by anyone.
• JSET Online The Journal of Special Education Technology is the peer-reviewed research and practice journal of the Technology and Media Division of the Council for Exceptional Children. This free online version is available to all interested in scholarly work on various aspects of assistive technology.
• OSEP The Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) is a component of the Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS). OSEP's mission and organization focus on the free appropriate public education of children and youth with disabilities from birth through age 21
• OSERS The Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS), a component of the United States Department of Education, supports programs that assist in educating children with special needs, provides for the rehabilitation of youth and adults with disabilities, and supports research to improve the lives of individuals with disabilities.
• Wisconsin Assistive Technology Initiative (WATI) WATI is designed to increase the capacity of school districts to provide assistive technology services by making training and technical assistance available to teachers, therapists, administrators and parents throughout Wisconsin. WATI resources and forms are available on the web, along with a wealth of other information that can be accessed by anyone.