Computer Resources for People with Disabilities A Guide to Assistive Technologies, Tools and Resources for People of All Ages

by Unknown

• ISBN13: 9780897934336
• ISBN10: 0897934334
• Edition: 4th
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2004-10-14
• Publisher: Hunter House

Summary

Tells how to use the computer technology that now exists to overcome orinimize physical problems with speech, learning impairments, paralysis, andther disabilities.

Table of Contents

Foreword	ix
Acknowledgments	xi
Key Contributors	xiii
Introduction	1	(6)
Part I: The Search for Solutions	7	(156)
Chapter 1: Creating a Vision	8	(19)
Why Do I Need a Plan?
Lois Symington, Ph.D.
Chapter 2: Achieving My Goals	27	(18)
How Will Technology Help?
Amy G. Dell & Deborah Newton
Chapter 3: Mobilizing My Resources	45	(13)
Where Do I Start?
Perrine Dailey & Marcia J. Scherer, Ph.D.
Chapter 4: Selecting Technology	58	(32)
What Products Are Best for Me?
Lisa Wahl & Kirsten Haugen
Chapter 5: The Law	90	(13)
What Are My Rights?
Robin Stacy
Chapter 6: Funding Strategies	103	(16)
How Will I Pay for It All?
Janet Peters
Chapter 7: Budgeting and Buying	119	(14)
Where Should I Shop and How Much Will It Cost?
Jane Berliss-Vincent
Chapter 8: Up and Running	133	(17)
How Will I Set Up My Equipment and Learn to Use It?
Dennis R. Welton
Chapter 9: Repairs and Upgrades	150	(13)
How Do I Keep My Technology Working for Me?
Nancy Story, Janice Fouard, & Kathy Reed
Part II: The Technology Toolbox	163	(122)
Using the Technology Toolbox	166	(3)
"Ask Yourself": Charts to Determine Your Technology Needs	169	(7)
Software Features	176	(5)
Product Descriptions: Alternate Input	181	(37)
Product Descriptions: Processing Aids	218	(15)
Product Descriptions: Alternate Output	233	(18)
Specialized Products	251	(34)
Part III: Helpful Resources and References	285	(92)
Alliance for Technology Access Resource Centers	287	(6)
Assistive Technology Act	293	(1)
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)	293	(3)
Organizations	296	(7)
International Resources	303	(4)
Conferences and Other Events	307	(2)
Publications	309	(6)
Internet Resources	315	(7)
Technology Vendors	322	(55)
Keyword Index	377	(10)
Index	387