Computer Resources for People With Disabilities: A Guide to Assistive Technologies, Tools, and Resources for People of All Ages

Alliance for Technology Access/ Hawking, Stephen W. (Foreward By)

ISBN 10: 0897934334 / ISBN 13: 9780897934336

Published by Hunter House, 2004

About this Item

4th edition. 396 pages. 9.25x7.25x0.50 inches. In Stock.

Seller Inventory # x-0897934334

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Computer Resources for People With Disabilities: A Guide to Assistive Technologies, Tools, and Resources for People of All Ages
• Publisher: Hunter House
• Publication Date: 2004
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0897934334
• ISBN 13: 9780897934336
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition: 4th Edition
• Condition: Brand New
• Weight: 0.84 kilograms

About this title

Synopsis

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

Review

"I loved this book for demystifying assistive technology. It makes accessible computers ... accessible!" -- Inside MS (National MS Society), Vol. 23, Issue 3, June-July 2005)