Articles related to "Assistive Technology"



The "IDEA" of Assistive Technology
Students' rights to assistive technology under special education law.
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AFB Assistive Technology Resources
The American Foundation for the Blind offers teachers a systematic approach to evaluate which technologies best address the needs of blind and visually impaired students.
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Assistive Technology for Speech Disorders
Children with communication disorders such as those relating to Down syndrome or autism may need assistive technology to augment speech or replace verbal communication.
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The Journey to Assistive Technology
A personal account of my journey toward independence through assistive technology, plus links to other success stories.
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What is Web Site accessibility?
Why should your web site be accessible to People with Disabilities.
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The Key to AT Assessment: Asking the Right Questions
The key to effective assistive technology assessment means asking the right questions. Here are tips for individuals with disabilities, parents, special educators, and professionals.
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20th Century Triumph: Disability Rights + Computer Technology
The co-evolution of the disability rights movement and modern technology--the most significant outcome of the 20<SUP>th</SUP> Century.
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A Baker's Dozen Computer Access Programs Under $30
Seven Windows programs and six Macintosh freeware and shareware programs holding great promise for helping individuals with disabilities use computers.
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A Clean, Automatically-Lighted Place!
Home automation systems hold great potential to increase independence of individuals with disabilities.
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A site whereby Assistive Technology for the disabled is easily accessible
An Unbrella site for Assistive Technology for the disabled.
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A Step Toward Independence
The first step in regaining your independence after a disability is to locate your local Center for Independent Living. A CIL offers a wide variety of services to help.
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Adult Learners with Disabilities
Resources for adult learners with disabilities.
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Assistive Technology: What the Heck Is It?
Broad categories of assistive technology are briefly described, as well as the strengths and weaknesses of each technology.
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AT and the ADA
A discussion of Assistive Technology and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
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iBook: A Good Choice for AT users?
Many features of the iBook make it an attractive choice for those in the market for a portable computer. But is the iBook a good choice for other assistive technology users?
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Learning about AT!
A summary of courses and workshops in assistive technology
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Low Cost Technology to help the Disabled
Dealing with a disability can be difficult and expensive. Luckily there are low cost devices that can make life much easier if you have an impairment of some kind.
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Snappy Dresser Press Release
The Snappy Dresser was invented by a Pennsylvania woman with a congenital birth defect who became fed up with wasting her money on assistive devices that never worked.
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Snappy-Dresser Review
The Snappy-Dresser is a new and unique personal assistance device that offers three different snap-on attachments for to help you accomplish a variety of tasks.
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Technology for 'Ritin' 'Rithmatic
Access to Math and MathPad allow students with disabilities to work math on the computer screen!
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The Search for Assistive Technology: Web Sites Can Help
A guide to web sites that ease the search for assistive devices.
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The Student-Computer Dialogue: Writing Help for Students with LD
For many students with learning disabilities, effective writing means talking to the computer and then listening as the computer talks back!
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Vocab: Accommodations
The law says that a school has to "accommodate" a student's disabilities. Do you know what that MEANS? Technical jargon can get in the way of understanding your child's r
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Web Access to be Mandated by US Government
A discussion of web accessibility and the legal issues surrounding it.
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Accessibility for Everyone
This is an open letter to all whom may want or need help with accessibility. This letter deals with the World Wide Web, however, Total Access deals with any disability issue.
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Profile of ABLEDATA
ABLEDATA, funded by the US National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research, provides objective information about assistive devices for the disabled.
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OCALI Provides Autism Support
Part of the Ohio Department of Education, OCALI offers transition support, assistive technology training and family services for those with autism.
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PECS in the Classroom
The Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) can be used in the classroom to stimulate speech, language in kids with autism, Down syndrome, and other disorders.
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NCD's Report: What are the AT Implications?
What can the National Council on Disability's IDEA compliance report teach us about AT in public schools?
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Support continues for making the Web more accessible to the disabled
At the 2002 FOSE trade show, 19-21 March in Washington, DC, most vendors showed, to no one’s surprise, that security systems and services had the highest priority. But despite the overriding need to fight terrorism, some vendors still showed support for making Federal Web sites more accessible for people with disabilities.
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Understanding Individual Education Programs
Every child in Canada and the U.S. has the right to free and appropriate education. Children have many abilities and those who have challenges have the right to an IEP.
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BrainPort Vision Device
BrainPort collects visual data using a tiny, glasses-mounted video camera, translating images into electrical patterns on the surface of the tongue.
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Can't afford a laptop? Try this!
The new AlphaSmart 3000 improves an old favorite and created a great deal!
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College Students' Rights to Computer and Communication Access
Section 504 outlines the right of college students to have access to computers, web pages, and email.
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Computer and Web Resources for People with Disabilities
Review of the 3rd. Edition of this important book.
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Honda's Experimental Walking Assist Device
Honda's innovative walking assist device literally "takes the load off" to make repetitive tasks easier and makes walking easier for the physically disabled.
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Screen Readers
Students with visual impairments and many of those with learning disabilities struggle reading print material.
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Speech Recognition Technology for the Disabled
Students with disabilities depend on assistive technology products, such as voice transcription software, to improve the educational experience.
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Take a Break and S-T-R-E-T-C-H!
This week's feature focuses on technology that may help prevent disabilities, rather than compensating for existing ones...
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The Continuing Saga of "Stuck"
Marcia Scherer's book just keeps getting better with each new edition.
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The Power of the Internet = Ph.D.
Find out how email and the web enabled me to earn a Ph.D., despite having severe physical and speech disabilities from cerebral palsy!
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You Might be Thankful for Stepping on this Rat!
An inventive rodent which may help people with RSI and those who cannot point and click accurately by hand.
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A College for Students with Special Needs
Many students with learning disabilities would like to continue their education past high school; however, additional learning strategies may be needed.
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Assistive Resources: Making Life with MS Easier
The Technology Age has ushered in a host of adaptive resources and organizations dedicated to making society more accessible so that all of us can enjoy fulfilling life experiences.
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Fuji the Bionic Dolphin
In Japan, a dolphin with a prosthetic tail serves as an example of the the amazing ability of assistive technology to transform lives.
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How About The Hearing Impaired?
What we can do to help let the Leaders of our country know what we, as Hearing Impaired people are missing in our lives to help us and others communicate better together.
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SenseCam - Camera with a Mindful View
This breakthrough in assistive technology is a small digital camera worn around the neck which takes low resolution photos and may benefit those with memory loss.
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Telecommunications Access for Individuals with Disabilities
While some features of telecommunications are inaccessible for individuals with disabilities, other features actually enhance the communication.
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Distance Learning for the Blind
Blind and visually impaired people can access online courses in different media that teach everything from basic communication skills to programming high-tech gadgets.
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Preventing Falls in the Elderly
Falls are the leading cause of serious injuries in the elderly. A fall can be debilitating and can have severe consequences, especially for individuals with osteoporosis.
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