Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC): includes any form of communication (other than oral speech) that is used to express thoughts, feelings, needs, and wants. The use of AAC includes gestures, facial expressions, use of symbols, pictures, and writing. People with severe language problems rely on AAC to supplement existing speech, or replace speech that is not functional.
An example of a "low tech tool" used for special education is colored filters for reading. Colored filters help students detect different words, spelling patterns, prevent movement of letters (as in dyslexia), and can help students decode words as they read. Colored filters would be used in classrooms for children who have learning disabilities and need assistance with reading. The filter is placed over the material and adjusted by the child as they work through the reading. Teachers can also add the filters to work to help highlight key words or phrases that the student should remember. 
ACCESSIBILITY:
Input Devices: are tools used to input information into computers. These tools include keyboards, the mouse, scanners, etc. For those who are learning disabled, special devices are used to help them input information and navigate the computer in an easier way.
One example of a hardware tool to assist children with learning disabilities is a desktop touch monitor. Touch monitors alleviate issues with mobilizing the mouse to direct computer movements and also assist children with movement disabilities. Touch monitors can be mounted to walls, computer desks, or be mobilized outside for better optimization of the needs of the child. Touch monitors can be used in the classroom for students with disabilities and used as alternatives for note taking. They can also be used for interactive lesson plans and software that the child can work through at their own pace. 
An example of software for children with learning disabilities would be the Time 4 Learning software designed specifically to help advance children with special needs and learning disabilities. Time 4 Learning approaches math, reading, and writing through educational games and tutorials and allows the child to move at their own pace throughout the lessons. Time 4 Learning would be helpful in the classroom because it assists teachers in creating lesson plans for children with special needs, but also allows the child to be stimulated visually, orally, and physically. They can listen, watch, and move through the lessons at their own speed while learning the curriculum material.
I really liked the different devices that you used for journal 8. What i found to be very interesting was that pen! Good findings, this will help us understand what kind of devices and or programs that are out there for those with special needs.
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