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3DA ORIGINAL ARTICLES
Explore our collection of articles covering important topics, from landmark court cases to technological developments in the field of developmental disabilities.
Seating, Positioning, and Mobility Assistive Technology: Types and Uses
An overview of types and uses of seating, positioning and mobility assistive technology
Jan 286 min read
Design and Customization of Wheelchair Cushions
An overview of wheelchair cushion customization and its importance.
Jan 234 min read
Barden v. City of Sacramento (2002)
A case regarding whether public sidewalks are a city service under the ADA and must meet accessibility standards.
Jan 233 min read
The History of Assistive Technology in the Classroom
A historical overview of assistive technology and its benefits in education.
Jan 226 min read
Brindisi v. Massanari (2001)
A case involving a Social Security disability claim.
Jan 223 min read
James M. v. Hawaii Department of Education (2011)
A court case regarding FAPE and an IEP as required under IDEA.
Jan 222 min read
Adaptive Switches: Their Importance, Use, and Types
A detailed overview of adaptive switches.
Jan 224 min read
State v. Dye (2013)
A case involving a man with several developmental disabilities having an emotional support animal present while giving testimony.
Jan 215 min read
AZ HB2700: Technology First Study Committee
Background information on 3DA’s Technology First efforts in Arizona.
Jan 214 min read
NH HB1685 (2026): Technology First in NH Overview
A comprehensive overview on our legislative efforts in New Hampshire regarding Technology First.
Jan 165 min read
The Importance of UpLyft: An Interview
An interview with the CEO of an important AT company.
Jan 55 min read
Chapman v. Pier 1 Imports (2015)
A more recent court case regarding the ADA.
Nov 24, 20253 min read
A Review of Assistive Technology Academic Programs within Higher Education in the United States
A research paper on the AT academic programs offered at universities.
Nov 24, 20257 min read
The Assistive Technology Act of 2004
Detail on the 2004 reauthorization of the AT Act.
Nov 23, 20253 min read
Helen Keller: Education, Communications, and Foundations of Disabilities Advocacy
History on one of the most celebrated disability advocates.
Nov 23, 20256 min read
Where Visibility Becomes Justice: Heather Evans and the Work of Reimagining Disability
An interview with a University of Washington Professor.
Nov 22, 20256 min read
Why disaster registries are harmful for people with disabilities
An overview on how to better protect the disability population during disasters.
Nov 22, 20253 min read
NDSS Empowers Disabled Individuals
An interview with the National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS)
Nov 22, 20253 min read
Double discrimination: The intersectionality of disability and race
How race plays a factor in the lives of disabled people.
Nov 22, 20255 min read
Maria Montessori
A brief history on special education innovations led by Maria Montessori.
Nov 11, 20254 min read
The Historical Reception of Intellectual Developmental Disabilities (IDD) in Egypt
An overview on the historical perception of disability in Egypt
Nov 11, 20255 min read
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