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Download full textSarasota County Public Schools, FL. – 1983
The report describes programs and equipment being evaluated by a project designed to identify and provide microcomputer based devices and materials for students with handicapping conditions. Software/courseware descriptions are organized according to copyright programs and public domain programs. Commercially available products are listed with…
Descriptors: Communication Aids (for Disabled), Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Programs, Disabilities
Creative Computing, 1982
Prize winners in The First National Search for Applications to Aid the Handicapped are highlighted. First prize of $10,000 was presented to Dr. Harry Levitt, hearing and speech professor at the City University of New York. He programmed a TRS-80 Pocket Computer for rapid communication by the deaf over telephones. (MP)
Descriptors: Computer Science, Computers, Disabilities, Hearing Impairments
Borden, Peter A.; And Others – 1988
The "Technically Speaking" columns from several isues of "The Source" magazine are reprinted. The columns were written by Gregg Vanderheiden, Peter Borden, Roger Smith, Jane Berliss, and Charles Lee. Titles of the columns included are: "Technological Advances: A Boon or a Barrier to Persons with Disabilities?";…
Descriptors: Assistive Devices (for Disabled), Communication Aids (for Disabled), Disabilities, Input Output Devices
Borden, P. A.; And Others – 1988
Summaries are presented of five conference papers on communication, control, and computer access for handicapped individuals. Papers have the following titles and authors: "Accessibility of Graphically Based User Interface Computer Systems for Individuals with Visual Impairments" (Charles Lee and Gregg Vanderheiden); "Data Base vs. Information…
Descriptors: Accessibility (for Disabled), Computer Software, Databases, Disabilities
Peer reviewedVanderheiden, Gregg C. – American Journal of Occupational Therapy, 1987
This reprint of a journal article focuses on the use of computers and other personal assistive devices by disabled persons. Topics covered include: a perspective on the use of advanced technology; distinction between technological appliances which provide benefits to the individual independent of the individual's skill level, versus tools which…
Descriptors: Assistive Devices (for Disabled), Certification, Communication Aids (for Disabled), Delivery Systems
Brebner, Ann; Hallworth, H. J. – 1980
The design of the CAI interface described is based on the microprocessor in order to meet three basic requirements for providing appropriate instruction to the developmentally handicapped: (1) portability, so that CAI can be taken into the customary learning environment; (2) reliability; and (3) flexibility, to permit use of new input and output…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Managed Instruction, Disabilities, Input Output Devices
Flaningam, Donalee – 1981
The report examines a variety of computerized aids and devices for individuals with visual, communication, or other disabilities, as well as ways computers may be used in the education and employment of handicapped individuals. Considered in the section on visual and hearing aids are talking meters, braille terminals, devices for reading standard…
Descriptors: Communication Aids (for Disabled), Computers, Disabilities, Electromechanical Aids
Wisconsin Univ., Madison. Trace Center. – 1986
The two information fact sheets describe (1) available computer options for use with a handicapped individual and (2) available communication techniques or aids for a severely physically handicapped son or daughter. The first fact sheet considers three ways a physically disabled individual can use a microcomputer: using special software designed…
Descriptors: Accessibility (for Disabled), Communication Aids (for Disabled), Computer Software, Computers
Hagen, Dolores – 1984
The book focuses on the use of microcomputer technology in special education. It is intended for users with no programming knowledge. An introductory section provides suggestions for finding software and considers the microcomputer's role in communications and environmental control. The second chapter addresses key elements of microcomputer…
Descriptors: Blindness, Communications, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Managed Instruction
General Services Administration, Washington, DC. Clearinghouse on Computer Accommodation. – 1989
This handbook presents guidelines to assist federal Information Resources Managers in applying computer and related information technology to accommodate users with disabilities. It discusses managing the end user environment, assessing accommodation requirements, and providing end user tools and support. The major portion of the document consists…
Descriptors: Accessibility (for Disabled), Adults, Assistive Devices (for Disabled), Computers
King, Diane – 1994
In an effort to help businesses comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and equal opportunity employment practices, Miami-Dade Community College, in Florida, established the Microcomputer Education for Employment of the Disabled (MEED) Program, training disabled adults for careers as business applications software…
Descriptors: Access to Education, Affirmative Action, Community Colleges, Computer Science Education
Murphy, Harry J. – 1986
Twenty-seven papers are presented from a conference on applications of computer technology for disabled persons. The following titles and authors are represented: "Computer Applications For Rehabilitation Organizations: Finding What You Need" (T. Backer); "Similarities In Cognitive Development Of Severely Physically Handicapped and Younger Regular…
Descriptors: Braille, Communication Aids (for Disabled), Communication Disorders, Computer Assisted Instruction
Ensign, Arselia S., Ed. – PAM Repeater, 1992
This guide presents low tech solutions that have worked for some people with disabilities or their parents. Twenty-one ideas are offered to give children with physical disabilities more opportunities for play and art. Examples include recycling stuffed animals into puppets, punching a hole in top of playing cards to accommodate a mouth stick, and…
Descriptors: Adaptive Behavior (of Disabled), Art Activities, Assistive Devices (for Disabled), Computer Oriented Programs
Evaluation and Training Inst., Los Angeles, CA. – 1991
This Vocational Education Resource Package (VERP) was developed to provide materials useful in replicating an exemplary vocational education program for special student populations in the California Community Colleges. This VERP provides information on the High Tech Center for disabled students. Part I is a general overview of the VERP project,…
Descriptors: Assistive Devices (for Disabled), Community Colleges, Computer Literacy, Computer Science Education
Gilli, Lynne M., Ed.; Gilli, Angelo C., Ed. – 1984
This document contains the texts of 22 papers presented at a conference on vocational education for special needs persons (including handicapped, disadvantaged, and limited English-speaking persons). Papers in the volume range from the theoretical to practical "how-to" suggestions. The following topics are covered in the conference papers: using…
Descriptors: Career Education, Classroom Techniques, Computer Oriented Programs, Disabilities
