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.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (220 p.)

Edition:

2nd ed.

Other Title:

Adaptive technologies for learning and work environments

Place of Publication:

Chicago : American Library Association, 2001.

Language Note:

English

Summary:

There is no doubt that advancements in technology can make learning, work, and life in general, easier. This updated and expanded new edition of a cutting-edge work breaks down all of the latest products and systems for making technology accessible to all. From desktop and notebook PCs to the Internet, adaptive technology expert Joe Lazzaro details—in lay terms—the latest advancements in assistive hardware and software, how to implement them, and how to provide vital training and technical support. Detailed chapters identify options for people with visual, hearing, motor, speech, and learning

Contents:

CONTENTS; ACKNOWLEDGMENTS; INTRODUCTION; 1; 2; 3; 4; 5; 6; 7; 8; 9; 10; APPENDIXA; APPENDIXB; APPENDIXC; APPENDIXD; APPENDIXE; APPENDIX F; APPENDIXG; APPENDIXH; APPENDIX I; APPENDIX J; APPENDIXK; APPENDIX L; INDEX;

Notes:

Includes index.

ISBN:

0-8389-9952-2

OCLC:

476044261