This last post will provide a definition on Assistive Technology; I will elaborate on this and provide an example of a piece of assistive technology.
“Assistive technology is technology used by individuals with disabilities in order to perform functions that might otherwise be difficult or impossible” (what is assistive technology, 2006) . This term means that products designed for individuals will maintain independence (to a certain degree) for disabled people. This term may be used to mean an assistive device, but more commonly denotes some kind of electronic or computerized device that helps a disabled person to function more easily in the world. Examples of assistive technology include devices that allow people to control a computer with the mouth, keyboards that can "speak" for mute individuals, and closed captioning systems that help the hearing impaired enjoy television shows and videos.
During the assistive technology tutorial one device that was introduced was the I pad! Like most newer technology, I pad’s are small expensive and are full of applications and games! The applications and games on this device can benefit both cognitive and physically challenged individuals. I pad’s are a touch screen device which enable the user to physically touch the buttons on the screen. I pad’s are a great rehabilitation device and are especially helpful for patients such as stroke patients! I pad's are so versatile and almost every individual with a disability is able to use them! Including the blind! Watch this video!
what is assistive technology. (2006, September 30). Retrieved April 6, 2011, from AccessIT: http://www.washington.edu/accessit/articles?109
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