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

ISBN-13: 9780897934336 / Angielski / Miękka / 2004 / 384 str.

Stephen Hawking

Opis

Today's technology is redefining human potential. Current computer hardware and software can create new ways for people with any kind of a disability to interact with the world. In this book the Alliance for Technology Access, a coalition of the foremost experts in the country, many of whom experience the disabilities they address, brings together the latest information and straightforward approaches to exploring technology options, including:
** Guidance and support in building an assistive technology plan
** Worksheets and other tools to help with planning and decision making
** Information specific to life situations that impact decisions and direction
** How to make use of conventional, assistive, and information technologies
** Real-life stories of people with disabilities using technology successfully
** A "toolbox" section with 150 pages of information about current specific technologies
** 100 pages of Helpful Resources and References
See Publishing History for a description of specific changes in this 4th edition