Adaptive technologies for learning & work environments / Joseph J. Lazzaro.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Lazzaro, Joseph J.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Computerized self-help devices for people with disabilities--United States.

Computerized self-help devices for people with disabilities.

Computers and people with disabilities--United States.

Computers and people with disabilities.

United States.

Physical Description:

xiv, 204 pages ; 26 cm

Edition:

Second edition.

Other Title:

Adaptive technologies for learning and work environments

Place of Publication:

Chicago ; London : American Library Association, 2001.

Contents:

1 Personal Computer Hardware Basics 1

The Central Processing Unit 2

Memory 3

Input Devices 4

Output Devices 6

Storage Devices 7

Expansion Slots and Circuit Cards 9

Input/Output Ports 11

Modems 12

Portable PCs 13

Notebook Computers 13

Palmtop Computers 14

Global Positioning Systems 14

Selecting a Personal Computer 14

2 Driving the Computer from the Keyboard 17

The Graphical User Interface 17

Standardization 18

Starting Windows and Basic Navigation 20

Logging In 20

Navigating with the TAB Key 21

Selecting Objects with the Enter Key 21

The Start Button Hot Key 22

Switching from One Application to Another 22

Menu Navigation 23

Shutting Down Applications 23

Native Accessibility Utilities 23

Utility Manager 24

Control Panel Accessibility Utilities 25

Active Accessibility 26

Accessibility Utilities across Platforms 26

3 Technology for Persons with Vision Impairments 28

Speech-Synthesis Engines 28

Sound Cards 29

Screen Readers 29

Screen-Reader Commands 31

Narrator 32

Magnification Systems 33

Low-Vision Aids 33

Large Monitors 33

Closed-Circuit Television Systems 34

Handheld CCTV Systems 34

Head-Mounted CCTV Systems 35

Magnification Software 35

Magnifier 36

Braille Systems 36

Braille Basics 36

Braille Translation Software 37

Braille Printers 38

Braille Displays 38

Braille Note Takers 39

Optical Character Recognition Systems 39

Scanning Text into Your Computer 40

4 Technology for Persons Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing 42

Text Telephones 43

Cordless and Cellular Phones 43

Text-Telephone Etiquette 44

Text Telephones and the Americans with Disabilities Act 44

Braille Text Telephones 44

Telecommunications Relay Services 45

Alphanumeric Pagers 45

Instant Messaging 45

Chat 46

Fax 46

Computer-Assisted Access 47

Baudot/ASCII Modems 47

Text-Telephone Software 48

Visual Indicator Software 48

Computer-Aided Transcription 48

CART Reporting 48

Computerized Sign Language Training 49

Signaling Systems 49

Captioning Systems 50

Making Captioned Videotapes 51

Electronic Amplification Systems 51

Hearing Aids 52

Assistive Listening Devices 52

Telephone Amplification Systems 53

5 Technology for Persons with Motor Disabilities 54

Adapted Keyboards 55

Keyboard Keyguards 55

Keyboard Modification Software 55

Macros 56

Key Modifier Software 57

Built-In Access Features 58

On-Screen Keyboard 59

Alternative Input Systems 59

Adapted Switches and Scanning Keyboards 59

Morse Code Systems 60

Word-Prediction Software 60

Speech-Recognition Systems 61

Speech-Recognition Hardware 61

Training 62

Speech on the Road 62

Environmental Control Systems 62

6 Technologies for Persons with Speech Disabilities 64

The Evaluation Process 64

What Is an Alternative Communications Device? 65

Word Prediction and Abbreviation Expansion 66

Controlling a Communications Device 67

Keyboards and Touch Screens 67

Scanning Keyboards 67

Controlling a Personal Computer 68

Computers and Alternative Communication 68

7 Technologies for Persons with Learning Disabilities 69

What Is a Learning Disability? 70

The Evaluation Process 70

The Individualized Education Program 71

Deploying Technology 72

Personal Computers 72

Note Takers and Organizers 74

8 Foundations for Assistive Technology 75

The Assistive Technology Specialist 75

The Evaluation Process 77

Sample Adaptation 77

Low-Tech Solutions 78

Confidentiality 78

Training 78

Classroom Training 79

One-on-One Training 79

Following Up 79

Tutorials and Training Materials 80

Technical Support 80

Warranty Cards 80

Consumer Groups and Special Interest Groups 81

Online Help 81

9 Accessing the Internet and Intranets 82

Why Make the Internet and Intranets Accessible? 82

The Internet 83

Intranets 83

Hardware Requirements 84

Adaptive Technology and Networks 84

The World Wide Web 84

Web Browsers 85

Internet Explorer 85

Home Page Reader 85

How Browsers Work 86

Search Engines 87

Web Content Accessibility Guidelines 87

Web Site Validation 88

Sharing Resources 88

Electronic Mail 88

Online Chat 89

Newsgroups 89

Instant Messaging 89

Mailing Lists 90

10 Funding Adaptive Technology 91

Cost-Saving Ideas 92

Shareware, Freeware, and Demoware 92

Other Ways to Cut Costs 92

Personal Sources of Funds 93

Family and Friends 93

Lending Institutions and Credit Unions 93

Credit Cards 94

Government-Sponsored Sources of Funds 94

The Federal Vocational Rehabilitation Program 95

Medicaid 95

Special Education 95

The Social Security Administration's Pass Program 96

The Assistive Technology Act of 1998 97

Veterans Benefits 97

Private-Sector Sources of Funds 97

The Easter Seals Society 97

The International Association of Lions Clubs 98

Independent Living Centers 98

A Microsoft Windows 98 Keyboard Guide 99

B Apple Macintosh Keyboard Shortcuts 114

C Products for Persons with Vision Impairments 118

D Products for Persons Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing 131

E Products for Persons with Motor Disabilities 137

F Products for Persons with Speech Disabilities 145

G Products for Persons with Learning Disabilities 151

H National Resources for Persons with Disabilities 156

I National Toll-Free Phone Numbers for Persons with Disabilities 168

J Key Provisions on Assistive Technology IDEA 1997 177

K A Guide to Disability Rights Laws 180

L RESNA Technology Assistance Project State Contact List 188.

Notes:

Includes index.

ISBN:

0838908047

OCLC:

47002252