Some forms of assistive device technology are not available to many disabled children or adults because there is not a centralized system to link the technology with those who need it. This hearing explores ways to promote widespread availability of assistive devices. Examined are types of devices, the costs of such devices, methods of…

This hearing relates to the provision of assistive technology devices and services for disabled individuals, focusing on the need for a coordinated federal effort to assist states in the provision of these services. Proposed legislation (S. 1586, the Technology to Educate Children with Handicaps Act, called TECH Act) would establish assistive…

This booklet explains in question/answer form the basic regulatory requirements established by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) of the federal government concerning the manufacture, marketing and distribution of medical devices (including implantable devices and devices previously regulated as drugs) for persons with disabilities. Topics…

Examines different types of auxiliary aids and services necessary to ensure effective communication with disabled children. The relevant legislation is discussed and guidelines are provided for deciding the appropriate type of aid for different cases. Low-cost strategies are proposed to ensure that individuals with a disability will not be treated…

A guide to the instruction of students with disabilities is presented to enhance learning in a college or university setting. Various adjustments that can be made in the environment or in teaching style are suggested. The following categories of disabled students are addressed: blind students, partially sighted students, deaf or hearing-impaired…