| Computer Resources for People with Disabilities: A Guide to Assistive Technologies, Tools and Resources for People of All Ages Contributor(s): Alliance for Technology Access (Author), Hawking, Stephen (Foreword by) |
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ISBN: 1630266337 ISBN-13: 9781630266332 Publisher: Hunter House Publishers OUR PRICE: $32.36 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: October 2004 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Computers | Reference - Computers | Internet - General - Social Science | People With Disabilities |
| Dewey: 004.087 |
| Physical Information: 416 pages |
| Themes: - Topical - Physically Challenged |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Today's technology is redefining human potential. Current computer hardware and software can create new ways for people with any kind of a disability to interact with the world. In this book the Alliance for Technology Access, a coalition of the foremost experts in the country, many of whom experience the disabilities they address, brings together the latest information and straightforward approaches to exploring technology options, including: ** Guidance and support in building an assistive technology plan ** Worksheets and other tools to help with planning and decision making ** Information specific to life situations that impact decisions and direction ** How to make use of conventional, assistive, and information technologies ** Real-life stories of people with disabilities using technology successfully ** A "toolbox" section with 150 pages of information about current specific technologies ** 100 pages of Helpful Resources and References See Publishing History for a description of specific changes in this 4th edition |