1. Dexterity Case Study Carmen Christie-Bill

2. Introduction Dexterity Defined Common Learning Needs Promising Practices & Tools School Environment-Accessibility Applying UDL Principles Conclusion References

3. Dexterity Defined Industry Canada Georgia Tech Research Institute Case Western Reserve University Motor Dexterity & Use of ICT Image Source: http://www.flickr.com/photos/donshall/1422175699/sizes/m/in/p hotostream/http://www.flickr.com/photos/donshall/1422175699/sizes/m/in/p hotostream/

4. Common Learning Needs Case Western Reserve University Home of My Own Classroom Examples Image Source: http://www.flickr.com/photos/muscular_dystrophy_canada/325 0950570/sizes/m/in/photostream/http://www.flickr.com/photos/muscular_dystrophy_canada/325 0950570/sizes/m/in/photostream/

5. Promising Practices & Tools in School Environment Mouse Alternatives Keyboard Alternatives Switch Access Speech to Text

6. Tablet- Mouse/Drawing Option Image Source: http://www.flickr.com/photos/abstrakone/2452925393/ Mouse Alternatives

7. Touch Screens- can touch with hand or devices Image Source: http://www.flickr.com/photos/brianbrarian/5944722624/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/brianbrarian/5944722624/

8. Joystick Mouse Image Source: http://www.flickr.com/photos/cobalt/5743107574/sizes/m/in/photostr eam/ Mouse Alternatives

9. Foot Pedal Image Source: http://www.flickr.com/photos/mattrichardson/5101113240/sizes/m/in /photostream/ Mouse Alternatives

10. Eye Tracking Software

11. Adjustable Ergonomic Keyboard Image Source: http://www.flickr.com/photos/everyplace/197483294/

12. Microsoft Office Ease of Access On Screen Keyboard Keyboard Alternatives

13. USB Switches for Input Image Source: http://www.flickr.com/photos/seanosullivan/292168157/sizes/m/in/p hotostream/ Switches

14. Door Switch Access Image Source: http://www.flickr.com/photos/cobalt/3944813750/sizes/m/in/photostr eam/ Switches

15. Technology for Children With Disabilities- You Tube Video

16. Switches Sip and Puff Switches Image Source: http://www.novitatech.org.au/product.asp?p=247&id=1691http://www.novitatech.org.au/product.asp?p=247&id=1691

17. Image Source: http://www.flickr.com/photos/sophistechate/2670366166/sizes/m/in/ photostream// Speech Recognition

18. Microsoft Office Ease of Access Speech Recognition

19. Speech To Text http://www.nuance.com/for-individuals/by-industry/education- solutions/index.htm

20. Additional AT Tools http://www.nuance.com/for-individuals/by-industry/education- solutions/index.htm Ability Hub Accessible Employment Resource Center

21. Applying UDL Principles No Hands Mouse Dragon Naturally Speaking Switches Microsoft Ease of Access Tools

22. Literature Links Skejic & Durek (2007) Katie Ash Thomas & Basson

23. Conclusion Unique Needs Accessibility, Training and Support Assistive Technologies Adaptations Can Benefit All Learners Support and Access = Possibilities

24. References Ash, K. (2011). Lessons from assistive tech. Education week. 30(25). P.36. Ability Hub (nd). Assistive technology solutions. Retrieved from http://www.abilityhub.com/keyboard/onscreen.htm Accessible Employment Resource Center. (2011). Accessibility. Retrieved from http://www.aercsarnia.com/menu.php?list=527&page=45 Georgia Tech Research Institute. (2007). Dexterity and Mobility Impairment Fact Sheet. Retrieved from http://accessibility.gtri.gatech.edu/assistant/acc_info/factsheet_dexterity_mobility.php Case Western Reserve University. ( 2011). Learning about disabilities: Information on mobility and disability impairments. Retrieved from http://studentaffairs.case.edu/education/disability/onepagers/mobility.html Government of Canada. (2011, July 02). Industry canada: assistive technology links. Retrieved from http://www.apt.gc.ca/wat/wb14100e.asp?dId=123http://www.apt.gc.ca/wat/wb14100e.asp?dId=123 Home of My Own. (2005). Maintaining the home: hand dexterity, strength and range of motion. Retrieved from http://nmhomeofmyown.org/http://nmhomeofmyown.org/

25. References Continued Microsoft Office. (2011). Guide for individuals with dexterity or mobility impairments. Retrieved from http://www.microsoft.com/enable/guides/dexterity.aspx National Teaching Fellowship Scheme. (nd). Motor-Manual Dexterity and use of ICT. Use my ability: employability and disability project. Retrieved from ttp://www.usemyability.org/resources/skills_abilities/motor-manual-dexterity-and-use-of- ict.html#top ttp://www.usemyability.org/resources/skills_abilities/motor-manual-dexterity-and-use-of- ict.html#top Neil Squire Society. (December, 2009, 02). Wireless Technology for people with disabilities. Retrieved from http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J0qllstWw-Mhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J0qllstWw-M United Cerebral Palsy. (July, 2009, 09). Technology for children with disabilities. Retrieved from http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TRCqH9TOqTU Skejic. E., Durek, M. (2007). Assistive technology for physically handicapped persons. Advanced technologies in computer and information science and engineering. P. 173-178. Thomas, J.C., Basson, S., Gardner-Bonneau, D. (nd). Accessibility and speech technology: advancing towards universal access. P. 417-442.