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Lesson 2: Principles of Assistive Technology. 2-1. Introduction (Click picture to play). Video not working?. Need captioned video?. 2-2. Assistive Technology (AT) Definition. - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
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Lesson 2: Principles of
Assistive Technology
2-1
Introduction (Click picture to play)
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Assistive Technology (AT) Definition• The term `assistive technology device'
means any item, piece of equipment, or product system, whether acquired commercially, modified, or customized, that is used to increase, maintain, or improve functional capabilities of individuals with disabilities.– Assistive Technology Act of 1998
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AT Categories• Aids to daily living• Augmentative and alternative
communication• Computer access• Environmental control units• Home or worksite modifications• Job accommodation– (cont.) 2-4
AT Categories• Seating and positioning aids• Vision and hearing aids• Wheeled mobility aids• Vehicle modification• Recreational aids• Prosthetics and orthotics
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Aids to Daily Living• Devices and adaptations to increase
participation or independence in activities such as eating and grooming as well as routine tasks such as getting out of bed and cooking dinner.
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Aids to Daily Living Button hook Bath lift
Photo from: Support Plus Photo from: Sterling Stair Lifts
from www.abledata.com
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Aids to Daily LivingPhone holder Wheelchair poncho
Photo from: Sammons Preston
Photo from: Epiphany Design
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Augmentative and Alternative Communication
• AAC includes equipment and services that enhance face-to-face communication and telecommunication. Writing aids are also included in this group. Those with communication difficulties can communicate when traditional speaking and writing are not effective. 2-9
Augmentative and Alternative Communication
Speech amplifier Communication card
Photo by: Asyst Communications Co., Inc.
Photo by: Mount Sinai Medical Center
from www.abledata.com
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Computer Access
• This type of assistive technology improves access to computers by facilitating input or enhancing output.
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Computer Access
Braille printerComputer that uses eye
movement instead of a mouse
Photo by: Enabling Technologies
from www.abledata.com
Photo by: LC Technologies Inc
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Environmental Control Units
• These units make regulating heat/cold, lights, etc, easier. This would include pre-programmed lighting or heating thermostats, and even The Clapper (a sound-activated electrical switch).
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Environmental Control UnitsLamp switch extender Computer activated
environmental control module
Photo by: Smarthome, Inc.
from www.abledata.com
Photo by: Sammons Preston
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Home or Worksite Modifications
• These include products that make a home or worksite environment more accessible. Included would be devices to make it easier to enter a building, to use the spaces inside (including lighting), or to move between floors.
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Home or Worksite Modifications Stair lift Lever handle for round door knobs
Photo by: Bruno Independent Living Aids
from www.abledata.com
Photo by: Independent Living Aids, LLC
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Job Accommodations• These include environmental changes,
assistive technologies, and techniques or work process changes that improve the ability of a person with a disability to access their work environment and/or complete their work.
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Job Accommodations
Extra tool handleElectronic task
prompter/reminder
Photo by: Gardenscape Ltd.
Photo by: AbleLink Technologies, Inc.
from www.abledata.com
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Job Accommodations Accessible computer stand Talking calculator
Photo by: FlagHouse, Inc. Photo by: Canon USA Inc
from www.abledata.com
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Seating and Positioning Aids
• These products help people with disabilities sit comfortably and safely.
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Seating and Positioning Aids Wheelchair head support Adjustable children’s chair
Photo by: Sammons Preston Photo by: Achievement Products for Children
from www.abledata.com
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Vision and Hearing Aids
• This is a broad category that includes all types of sensory aids to help people who are blind, low vision, deaf, or hard of hearing. There are also devices to help those with multiple sensory disabilities, such as the deaf-blind.
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Vision and Hearing Aids Closed circuit TV magnifier Vibrating/audible obstacle
detector
Photo by: InSiPhil (US) LLC Photo by: GDP Research
from www.abledata.com
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Vision and Hearing AidsVibrating alarm watch Cochlear implant
Photo by: E-Pill, LLC Photo by: National Institutes of Health
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Personal Mobility Aids
• These help people with mobility limitations move more freely indoors and outdoors. They include devices such as wheelchairs, walkers, and canes.
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Personal Mobility Aids Forearm crutch Wheeled walker
Photo by: Harvy Surgical Supply Corporation Photo by:
Adepta Medical / Cosco Home & Office Products
from www.abledata.com
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Personal Mobility Aids Sports wheelchair Wheelchair carrying vehicle
Photo by: Colours In Motion
Photo by: Venture Products
from www.abledata.com
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Vehicle Modification
• Products in this category help people with disabilities drive or ride in cars, vans, trucks, or buses.
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Vehicle Modification Products Van ramp Vehicle hand control
Photo by: Prairie View Industries, Inc.
Photo by: Handicaps Inc.
from www.abledata.com
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Recreational Aids• These help people with disabilities
enjoy a wide variety of leisure and athletic activities.
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Recreational Aids Beach wheelchair Switch-operated toys
Photo by: Assistive Technology, Inc. Photo by: Enabling Devices
from www.abledata.com
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Recreational AidsAdapted paintbrush Wheelchair gun mount
Photo by: Forbes Rehab Services, Inc. Photo by: SR-77 Enterprises
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Prosthetics and Orthotics
• Prosthetics are generally devices to help amputees, and orthotics are braces or other products to support joints or limbs.
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Prosthetics and Orthotics
Myoelectric hand Prosthetic leg
Photo by: Otto Bock Health Care Photo by: Ossur Americas
from www.abledata.com
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ReWalk by Argo (Click picture to play)
Video by: Argo Medical Technologies
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Teachers, please remember to complete our 5-question evaluation survey after Lesson 3
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This concludes Lesson 2For curriculum updates, seewww.agrability.org/youth