Transcript Assistive Technology Training

Overview of Assistive
Technology
Shannon Lavey
Ryan Rausch
October 28, 2011
Definition of Assistive
Technology
• A broad range of devices, services, strategies and
practices that aid in assisting individuals with
disabilities.
• An AT device is any item, piece of equipment,
or product system that is used to increase,
maintain or improve functional capabilities of
individuals with disabilities.
-Cook & Hussey
What is the Assistive Technology
Resource Center (ATRC)?
• Role on campus: the ATRC seeks to ensure equal
access to technology and electronic information for
CSU students and employees with disabilities
• Groups served – Students with Physical, Sensory,
Non-Apparent impairments
• Experiential learning of
AT for OT students
Overview of Services
• The ATRC provides
– Evaluation and assessment to determine the best
match between the person, environment, and
appropriate AT options.
– 1:1 Training
– Accommodations
– Equipment Loans
– Resources and Referral information
– Consultation and Education
– Web and electronic instruction – universal design and
accessibility
– Training in concepts of Universal Design
Our Goal for Students!
• The ATRC’s goal is to increase student
participation in school-related activities and
enhance academic performance.
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Reading
Writing
Note-taking
Test-taking
Studying
Accessing computers and technology
Assistive Technology Suggestions
AT for students who:
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1. have a physical impairment
2. have Cumulative Trauma Disorders
3. are blind
4. have low vision
5. are hard of hearing
6. have non-apparent difficulties – writing, notetaking, studying, reading, organization
AT for Students with Physical
Impairments
Accessible Computing Station may include the following:
1. Adjustable height table
2. Equipment within reach from chair level
3. Alternative keyboards
4. Alternative mice
5. Alternate input
AT for students with Cumulative
Trauma Disorders
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Ergonomic keyboards
Ergonomic mice
Wrist pads
Adjustable tables
Document holders
Adjustable monitors
• Software
– Word completion and
word prediction software
– Dictation software
AT for Students who are Blind
• Hardware
– Refreshable Braille Keyboard
– Embossers
– Thermo Pen
– Talking Scientific Calculator
– Digital Book Players
– Tactile Key Indicators
• Software
– Screen readers – JAWS
AT for Students with Low Vision
• Hardware
– Video Magnifiers
– Portable Magnifiers
– Large Print and Braille Labels for
keyboard
– Digital Book Players
– Key Labels
• Software
– Built in Accessibility Options
– Zoom Text
AT for Students who are Hard of
Hearing
• Hardware
– FM Systems
– PocketTalker
• Software
– Captioning
– Visual Notifications on the
computer screen
– CART (Communication Access Real
Time Translation)
AT for Students with Reading
Difficulty (non-apparent)
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Converting print to electronic format
Digital Book Players
Text to Speech
Adjusting visual layout
Scanning and Reading Pens
Portable Spell Checkers
Speed reading software
Apps: VoiceOver, GoodReader, iAnnotate
AT for Students with Writing
Difficulty (non-apparent)
Software that includes the following features:
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Word Prediction
Dictionary
Translator
Verb Checker
Vocab
Text to speech
Spell check
Mapping
Apps – iThoughtsHD, Dictionary, Speller
AT for Students with Note
Taking and Studying Difficulty
(non-apparent)
• Portable Word Processors
• Digital Voice Recorder
• Software with note-taking, studying, and research
features
• Apps - AudioNote, Evernote, Flashcard Touch
• Live Scribe Pen
AT for Students with Organization
Difficulty (non-apparent)
• Low Tech
– Checklists and day planners
– Task sequencing lists
– Alarms/timers on watch or cell phone
• High Tech
– Devices: computers, tablets, smartphones, PDAs
– Software or Apps
• iHomework, 2Do
Hands-On Time!
Questions?
Feel free to explore any of the software or
hardware
Thank you!!