A question and answer format presents information for parents on electronic communication aids for children with severe speech impairments. (DB)

The increasing importance of assistive technologies to persons with disabilities is discussed and the activities of the Center for Special Education Technology, as well as the roles of teachers, physical and occupational therapists, speech/language clinicians, hospitals, physicians, public health agencies, and the public schools in implementing…

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…

Provides ideas to help parents determine whether their children are spending too much time with electronic media, noting children learn both good and bad from every device they use. Parents are encouraged to offer their children interest, support, and suggestions for alternate ways to spend their time. (SM)

A 14-year-old girl, born with a form of brain damage which caused mental retardation and lack of normal speech, progressed from use of basic sign language and picture communication to use of an electronic speech-synthesized communicator for her expressive language needs. (CB)

This booklet introduces voice output communication aids (VOCAs) used by individuals with communication disabilities. It is designed to give a "nuts and bolts" description of how and when to use a VOCA, especially in the classroom, and what to expect. Part 1 discusses the essential "people" factors in VOCA use--the educational…

This book presents an introduction to the range of technology that can be used to assist in the education of students with visual impairments, with descriptions of the main features of approximately 45 systems. After an introductory chapter, Chapter 1 identifies four key uses for technology: in communication, in the production of materials, to…

Designed to supplement a short course for middle school children and their parents, this manual provides sets of learning experiences about electronic communication devices. The program is intended to develop positive attitudes toward science and technology in both parents and their children and to take the mystery out of some of the electronic…