1. © 2004 PACER Center Building Program Capacity to Serve Youth with Disabilities Session 4: The Wonders & Relevance of Accessing Assistive Technology THE WONDERS & RELEVANCE OF ACCESSING ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY PACER Center Session 4

2. © 2004 PACER Center Building Program Capacity to Serve Youth with Disabilities Session 4: The Wonders & Relevance of Accessing Assistive Technology: Slide 1 Agenda  Welcome and Introductions  Overview of Assistive Technology (AT)  AT for Work and School  Hands On Time with AT (if available)  Large Group Exercise  Funding and Resources

3. © 2004 PACER Center Building Program Capacity to Serve Youth with Disabilities Session 4: The Wonders & Relevance of Accessing Assistive Technology: Slide 2 What Is Assistive Technology? DevicesServices

4. © 2004 PACER Center Building Program Capacity to Serve Youth with Disabilities Session 4: The Wonders & Relevance of Accessing Assistive Technology: Slide 3 Why Use Technology?  Greater Independence & Participation  Enhanced Learning and Success  Increased Self-Esteem

5. © 2004 PACER Center Building Program Capacity to Serve Youth with Disabilities Session 4: The Wonders & Relevance of Accessing Assistive Technology: Slide 4 Overview of Assistive Technology Button Hook Utensil Cuff Daily Living Aids

6. © 2004 PACER Center Building Program Capacity to Serve Youth with Disabilities Session 4: The Wonders & Relevance of Accessing Assistive Technology: Slide 5 Text Telephone (TTY) Clock with Visual Alert Video Magnifier Overview of Assistive Technology Hearing and Vision Technology

7. © 2004 PACER Center Building Program Capacity to Serve Youth with Disabilities Session 4: The Wonders & Relevance of Accessing Assistive Technology: Slide 6 Overview of Assistive Technology Environmental Aids for Daily Living Voice-activated Control System Switch Accessible Control System

8. © 2004 PACER Center Building Program Capacity to Serve Youth with Disabilities Session 4: The Wonders & Relevance of Accessing Assistive Technology: Slide 7 Overview of Assistive Technology Computer Station with Keytray Extension Ergonomic and Architectural Adaptations “ Visitable” Home

9. © 2004 PACER Center Building Program Capacity to Serve Youth with Disabilities Session 4: The Wonders & Relevance of Accessing Assistive Technology: Slide 8 Scooter Power Wheelchair Overview of Assistive Technology Mobility & Positioning

10. © 2004 PACER Center Building Program Capacity to Serve Youth with Disabilities Session 4: The Wonders & Relevance of Accessing Assistive Technology: Slide 9 Overview of Assistive Technology Transportation Adapted VanCustomized Vehicle Controls

11. © 2004 PACER Center Building Program Capacity to Serve Youth with Disabilities Session 4: The Wonders & Relevance of Accessing Assistive Technology: Slide 10 Overview of Assistive Technology Mouse Alternatives Alternative Keyboards Switches Computer Access

12. © 2004 PACER Center Building Program Capacity to Serve Youth with Disabilities Session 4: The Wonders & Relevance of Accessing Assistive Technology: Slide 11 Overview of Assistive Technology Communication Tools Medium –Tech Message Device High Tech - Computerized Device

13. © 2004 PACER Center Building Program Capacity to Serve Youth with Disabilities Session 4: The Wonders & Relevance of Accessing Assistive Technology: Slide 12 Overview of Assistive Technology Technology for School & Work Talking Computer Books Portable Spell Checkers with Speech Portable Notetakers

14. © 2004 PACER Center Building Program Capacity to Serve Youth with Disabilities Session 4: The Wonders & Relevance of Accessing Assistive Technology: Slide 13 Overview of Assistive Technology Sports-Adapted Wheelchair Card Holders Recreation and Sports

15. © 2004 PACER Center Building Program Capacity to Serve Youth with Disabilities Session 4: The Wonders & Relevance of Accessing Assistive Technology: Slide 14 Assistive Technology for School & Work

16. © 2004 PACER Center Building Program Capacity to Serve Youth with Disabilities Session 4: The Wonders & Relevance of Accessing Assistive Technology: Slide 15 Writing and Reading Tools Talking Computer Books and e-Books

17. © 2004 PACER Center Building Program Capacity to Serve Youth with Disabilities Session 4: The Wonders & Relevance of Accessing Assistive Technology: Slide 16 Portable Devices Portable Spell Checkers with Speech Portable Notetaker