assistivetechnique
nounUK /əˈsɪstɪv tɛkˈniːk/
US /əˈsɪstɪv tɛkˈniːk/
A helpful way of doing something that makes a task easier for someone.
The teacher used an assistive technique to help the student hold the pencil.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A method used in therapy to help a person move or communicate more easily.
The therapist taught an assistive technique for getting out of bed safely.
3. A teaching strategy that supports learners who need extra help.
Using pictures with words is an assistive technique for early readers.
4. A practical way to make everyday tools easier to use for people with disabilities.
Adding a large handle to a cup is a simple assistive technique.