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Assessments for Access: Methods & Assistive Technology for Computer Access

Alabama Department of REHABILITATION SERVICES. Assessments for Access: Methods & Assistive Technology for Computer Access. Michael Papp, MS RE Rehabilitation Technology Specialist III Homewood, ADRS. ADRS. ADRS. Computer Input. Text Input Mouse Pointer Control. ADRS.

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Assessments for Access: Methods & Assistive Technology for Computer Access

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  1. Alabama Department of REHABILITATION SERVICES Assessments for Access:Methods & Assistive Technology for Computer Access • Michael Papp, MS RE • Rehabilitation Technology Specialist III • Homewood, ADRS ADRS

  2. ADRS Computer Input Text Input Mouse Pointer Control

  3. ADRS Desired Outcome – Specific Goals and Measures Input text at 35 wpm Use internet for research Independently send email Write and submit reports Independently use curriculum software Drawing or Drafting

  4. ADRS Gather Information Identify characteristics Person/Student Activity/Tasks Tools or Technology Environment

  5. ADRS The Person Characteristics of the Individual including: Physical Abilities Sensory Abilities Cognitive Abilities Identify Functional Limitations Knowledge and Skills

  6. ADRS Tasks/Activities Functions person needs to do on the computer Software person needs to use and how it is used Alternative ways to perform task?

  7. ADRS Environment Where will the computer be used Light and glare Access to power Portable or used on one place Ambient noise

  8. ADRS Tools/Technology Characteristics of computers and software currently in the person’s life Characteristics of available software and hardware that may accommodate person’s needs.

  9. ADRS Types of Text Input Keyboards Ergonomic Keyboards Large Keyboards Small Keyboards One Handed Keyboards On Screen Keyboards Morris Code Speech Recognition Switch Scanning 9

  10. ADRS Types of Pointer Control Mice Ergonomic Mice Trackball Joystick & Wheelchair Joystick Touchscreen FootMouse Trackpad Head Control Eye Gaze Switch access or scanning 10

  11. ADRS Assessment Tools Compass TypingMaster Typing Test 11

  12. ADRS Contact Michael Papp michael.papp@rehab.alabama.gov www.rehabengineer.com 12

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