When this happens, she becomes overwhelmed and anxious and finds it difficult to finish her assignment. She feels it would be beneficial for her reading and listen to the text at the same time to obtain better comprehension. Rebecca reviewed the text to speech software Read and Write Gold and Kurzweil. Rebecca would benefit from the use of text to speech to process information when she reads. Highlighting is important for Rebecca to take clear and concise notes and to help her process the electronic text. Both programs provide these qualities, although, the Kurzweil program provides the writing path tools which appealed to Rebecca needs. Rebecca sees the writing templates and the drafts for writing exceptionally helpful. The ATS is recommending the client is provided with the Kurzweil 3000 program. The ATS is recommending Rebecca is provided with an All-in-One-Printer, with USB cable and Surge…
Guide to the father, mother or guardian about everything related to the provision of assistive technology…
If you have a high speed Internet connection try visiting the University of Wisconsin-Madison Video on the Web page. Investigate the Introduction to the Screen Reader course. Download and view the 12mb video. You will certainly gain insight and empathy for the extraordinary determination of those with visual disabilities. The importance of assistive technology is brilliantly depicted in Assistive Technology: Enabling Dreams a fine online video from the George Lucas Foundation.…
To assist the mobility of individuals with sensory loss, aids such as guide dogs, canes and carers are available and would make lives a lot easier.…
I wanted my typewriter back” (Meeks, Donna). After the installation worker showed her the basics of the computer, he then showed her how to use the Microsoft programs such as word and excel. “As they were showing me how to do all of these new things I was thinking I’m never going to remember all of this” (Meeks, Donna). The next program they showed her how…
A child can work through a computer program at his own pace, receiving instant feedback about his achievements. Students struggling to pick up the material can spend more time on it, while high achievers can race ahead without the risk…
Equipment may be required to support the additional needs of individuals with multiple conditions: hoist, wheelchairs, zimmer frames, turntables, reading glasses, hearing aids, special aids such as large cutlery and specially adapted drinking mugs etc.…
Many students with physical disabilities and other health impairments may achieve more success if they are properly supported by an assistive technology (AT) device and AT support services.…
The technology allows people with disabilities to communicate and become involved and included in…
People with disabilities require several services such as educational and employment support, doctor’s facilities, support groups, home care services and transport that they can access. These services…
Adults with developmental disabilities may have an increased need for support and services to enable them maintain a functioning life. It also enables them to continue living independently from their friends and families. Adults with disabilities should get personal care services, home health care, assistive technologies and other in-home support. The assistive technologies that people with disabilities require are environmental accommodations, mobility and communication devices and techniques of improving and maintaining functioning (Ross et al,…
The benefits of technology is very useful for many students with learning disabilities. Some of the benefits are to create a active learning environment, and may compensate for the effects of the disability while helping the students participate more in the general education…
1. “Children with disabilities sometimes need and are entitled to special equipment and services to ensure that they have access to a free and appropriate public education (FAPE). Learn more about equipment, funding, consultation and evaluation resources, implementation strategies, best practices and other services available. Assistive technology includes both devices and services. As defined in IDEA: an assistive technology device means any item, piece of equipment, or product system, whether acquired commercially off the shelf, modified, or customized, that is used to increase, maintain, or improve the functional capabilities of a child with a disability. (34 CFR 300.5),” (Meeks, n.d.).…
people who are blind, alerting people who are deaf, pulling a wheelchair, alerting and protecting a person who is…
Assistive technology (e.g. computer programmes, speech recognition device, hearing aid)- Assistive technology enables children with disabilities to participate more fully in all aspects of life. Assistive technology also increases a child’s opportunities. Assistive technology is a tool to help the student benefit from the general education curriculum and access extra-curricular activities at home, school etc.…