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VanBiervliet, Alan; And Others – 1989
This paper summarizes principles of the Technology Access for Arkansans project initiated in 1989 to: (a) identify needs and quality of technology provisions in Arkansas; (b) disseminate information about appropriate technology and funding; (c) educate Arkansans about technology and advocacy; (d) develop a coordinated state plan for technology;…
Descriptors: Advocacy, Agency Cooperation, Appropriate Technology, Community Development
Parette, Howard P., Jr.; VanBiervliet, Alan – 1990
A questionnaire examining consumer needs, spending, travel, credit options and utilization practices in adaptive/assistive and educational technology was answered by 2,201 Arkansans with disabilities of all ages. This paper emphasizes results relating to Arkansans with mental retardation. Results indicate Medicare/Medicaid as the single most…
Descriptors: Access to Education, Access to Information, Accessibility (for Disabled), Appropriate Technology
VanBiervliet, Alan; Parette, Howard P., Jr. – 1990
The Arkansas Technology Information System (ARTIS) was developed to fill a significant void in existing systems of technical support to Arkansans with disabilities by creating and maintaining a consumer-responsive statewide system of data storage and retrieval regarding assistive technology and services. ARTIS goals also include establishment of a…
Descriptors: Agency Cooperation, Appropriate Technology, Assistive Devices (for Disabled), Communication Aids (for Disabled)
