Adaptive Technology for Special Human NeedsThis book provides an overview of the use of computers to assist individuals who have disabilities. The book provides the reader with a comprehensive introduction to the possibilities and limitations inherent in the emerging field of Adaptive Technology. |
Contents
PREFACE | 1 |
INTRODUCTION | 3 |
COMPUTERS AND SPECIAL NEEDS | 13 |
INPUT AND OUTPUT DEVICES | 27 |
ADAPTIVE TECHNOLOGY AND THE PHYSICALLY AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED | 53 |
ADAPTIVE TECHNOLOGY AND THE SPEECH AND HEARING IMPAIRED | 75 |
ADAPTIVE TECHNOLOGY AND THE COGNITIVELY IMPAIRED | 101 |
HYPERMEDIA AND INDIVIDUALS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS | 125 |
Other editions - View all
Adaptive Technology for Special Human Needs Arlene Brett,Eugene F. Provenzo Jr. Limited preview - 1995 |
Adaptive Technology for Special Human Needs Arlene Brett,Eugene F. Provenzo Jr. No preview available - 1995 |
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