Survey of ICT use for students with developmental disabilities by type of disability and class

This study was conducted to investigate whether information and communication technology (ICT) devices are used differently for students with developmental disabilities in elementary schools, depending on the type of disability (learning disabilities, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, and autism spectrum disorder) and class (regular classes, resource rooms, and classes for special needs education). A questionnaire survey was administered to elementary school teachers to identify the extent of use of different ICT devices for students with developmental disabilities in their schools by type of disability and class. Results did not show differences in the extent of ICT device use by type of disability, although relative ICT scarcity in resource rooms was found. For supporting students with developmental disabilities, a need exists for more effective use of ICT devices depending on different types of developmental disability and class.