Assistive
Technology
(This page
was last updated on January 4, 2003)
- ABLEDATA
- This site provides
comprehensive information on assistive technology and
rehabilitation equipment. It is maintained by the National
Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research - U.S.
Department of Education.
- Adaptive
Hardware and Software Computer Aids
- This is a great listing of
sources compiled by IRSC (Internet Resources for Special
Children.)
- Assistive
Technology Fact Sheets
- This site provides a few
facts on how to obtain assistive technology
support.
- Assistive
Technology Links
- Center
for Computer Assistance to the Disabled - CCAD
- This is a unique nonprofit
organization whose mission is to enhance the quality of life
and employment options of persons with disabilities through the
use of modified personal computers, adaptive devices, and
custom software.
- Center
on Information Technology Accommodation
- This site provides
information on legislation and policy on making information
accessible. It also includes resources such as vendor lists,
public and nonprofit resources, and guidelines for access
technologies.
- Disability
Solutions Through Technology Assistive Technology & the
IEP
- DREAMMS
for Kids: Assistive Technology Solutions
- This is a nonprofit parent
and professional service agency, that specializes in Assistive
Technology (AT) related research, development, and information
dissemination.
- Equal
Access to Software and Information
- Wow, what a listing! I tried
to pick and choose for you, but everything is useful at this
site. Don't get overwhelmed, just be prepared to come back
later to get more information.
- Facts
About Assistive Technology and the IEP
- This short list of
considerations is helpful when preparing the IEP for a student
with learning disabilities.
- How
To Support Students With Learning Differences - The Assistive
Technology and Education Connection
- This article attempts to
answer the question, "What is the impact of increased
educational standards on students with learning differences?"
- Kids
Together, Inc. Assistive Technology
- Learn what it is and how to
get your school to provide it.
- Maintaining
Independence Through Assistive Technology
- This is another resource from
the North Carolina Assistive Technology
Project.
- National
Center to Improve Practice in Special Education Through
Technology, Media and Materials
- This center seeks to improve
educational outcomes for students with disabilities by
promoting the effective use of assistive and instructional
technologies among educators and related personnel serving
these students.
- National
Clearinghouse of Rehabilitation Training Materials:
Assistive/Adaptive Technology
- National
Disability and Assistive Technology Resources
- Lots of really good
information and resources at this site.
- The
Journey to Independence Through Assistive
Technology
- This is a resource listing
for parents and children looking for information on assistive
technology. It has been developed by the North Carolina
Assistive Technology Project.
- The
Outpost
- This is a great links page.
It takes a very long time to load, but there are a lot of sites
which look good.
- Vermont
Computer and Assistive Technology Services
- This Web site provides an
up-to-date informational overview of assistive technology
resources available in Vermont and links to other assistive
technology resources found outside of Vermont.
Assistive
Technology Product Resources
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