Dexterity Case Study Carmen Christie-Bill
Introduction Dexterity Defined Common Learning Needs Promising Practices & Tools School Environment-Accessibility Applying UDL Principles Conclusion References
Dexterity Defined Industry Canada Georgia Tech Research Institute Case Western Reserve University Motor Dexterity & Use of ICT Image Source: hotostream/ hotostream/
Common Learning Needs Case Western Reserve University Home of My Own Classroom Examples Image Source: /sizes/m/in/photostream/ /sizes/m/in/photostream/
Promising Practices & Tools in School Environment Mouse Alternatives Keyboard Alternatives Switch Access Speech to Text
Tablet- Mouse/Drawing Option Image Source: Mouse Alternatives
Touch Screens- can touch with hand or devices Image Source:
Joystick Mouse Image Source: eam/ Mouse Alternatives
Foot Pedal Image Source: /photostream/ Mouse Alternatives
Eye Tracking Software
Adjustable Ergonomic Keyboard Image Source:
Microsoft Office Ease of Access On Screen Keyboard Keyboard Alternatives
USB Switches for Input Image Source: hotostream/ Switches
Door Switch Access Image Source: eam/ Switches
Technology for Children With Disabilities- You Tube Video
Switches Sip and Puff Switches Image Source:
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Microsoft Office Ease of Access Speech Recognition
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Additional AT Tools solutions/index.htm Ability Hub Accessible Employment Resource Center
Applying UDL Principles No Hands Mouse Dragon Naturally Speaking Switches Microsoft Ease of Access Tools
Literature Links Skejic & Durek (2007) Katie Ash Thomas & Basson
Conclusion Unique Needs Accessibility, Training and Support Assistive Technologies Adaptations Can Benefit All Learners Support and Access = Possibilities
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References Continued Microsoft Office. (2011). Guide for individuals with dexterity or mobility impairments. Retrieved from National Teaching Fellowship Scheme. (nd). Motor-Manual Dexterity and use of ICT. Use my ability: employability and disability project. Retrieved from ttp:// ict.html#top ttp:// ict.html#top Neil Squire Society. (December, 2009, 02). Wireless Technology for people with disabilities. Retrieved from United Cerebral Palsy. (July, 2009, 09). Technology for children with disabilities. Retrieved from Skejic. E., Durek, M. (2007). Assistive technology for physically handicapped persons. Advanced technologies in computer and information science and engineering. P Thomas, J.C., Basson, S., Gardner-Bonneau, D. (nd). Accessibility and speech technology: advancing towards universal access. P