Synopsis
The project manager of the Adaptive Technology Program at the Massachusetts Commission for the Blind in Boston explains how adaptive technology can facilitate independence for those with disabilities of all types, and rates some 200 assistive products. Appends useful information for the disabled and those who need to be knowledgeable about the American with Disabilities Act, computer keyboard shortcuts, general and disability-specific products and resources, and disability rights laws. No date is given for the first edition.
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KLIATT
This thorough treatment of adaptive technologies should serve as a primer for library science students, librarians, individuals with disabilities and their friends, family members, and co-workers. The information is presented in non-technical language in a clear, logical, step-by-step manner. Chapters progress through PC hardware basics, vision impairments, deaf, motor, speech, and general learning disabilities. Foundations for assistive technology (evaluation, training, and technical support), funding issues, and accessing the Internet and Intranets are followed by an extensive (100+ page) appendix and index. Over 200 assistive technology products are included in Appendix E, which lists product, type, class, platform, vendor, address, phone, fax, e-mail, and Web address. The reader will come away with an understanding of the myriad adaptive technology aids that exist to level the playing field for people with disabilities. Highly recommended. KLIATT Codes: P* Exceptional book. 2001, ALA, 204p. index., Fontinha