Computer and Web Resources for People With Disabilities: A Guide to Exploring Today's Assistive Technology

by Alliance for Technology Access

• ISBN13: 9780897933018
• ISBN10: 089793301X
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2000-03-01
• Publisher: Pgw

Summary

Discusses the use of computer technology to overcome or minimize physical problems with speech, learning impairments, paralysis, and other disabilities.

Table of Contents

Foreword	ix
Preface	xi
Important Note to the Reader	xii
Acknowledgments	xiii
Introduction	2	(5)
Part I: The Search for Solutions	7	(148)
A Millennium Vision	8	(4)
Real People and Their Success Stories	12	(15)
Setting Your Goals	27	(16)
A Review of the Technology Tools	43	(20)
Current Laws and Legislation	63	(11)
Exploring Your Local Resources	74	(8)
Building a Circle of Support	82	(11)
Developing Your Funding Strategy	93	(13)
Selecting Your Equipment	106	(13)
Tips on Buying Your Equipment	119	(10)
As You Become More Expert	129	(16)
Sharing What You Learn	145	(4)
More Thoughts about the Future	149	(6)
Part II: The Technology Toolbox	155	(108)
Using the Technology Toolbox	158	(3)
Ask Yourself... Charts to Determine Your Technology Needs	161	(7)
Software Features	168	(5)
Product Descriptions: Alternate Input	173	(37)
Product Descriptions: Processing Aids	210	(18)
Product Descriptions: Alternate Output	228	(18)
Specialized Products	246	(17)
Part III: Helpful Resources and References	263	(90)
Alliance for Technology Access Resource Centers	265	(7)
State Tech Act Programs	272	(11)
Americans with Disabilities Act	283	(3)
Organizations	286	(6)
National Conferences	292	(3)
Publications	295	(7)
Internet Resources	302	(6)
Technology Vendors	308	(45)
Index	353