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Cook & Hussey's Assistive Technologies

Author : Albert M. Cook
Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
ISBN 13 : 0323039073
Total Pages : 593 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (23 download)

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Book Synopsis Cook & Hussey's Assistive Technologies by : Albert M. Cook

Download or read book Cook & Hussey's Assistive Technologies written by Albert M. Cook and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2008-01-01 with total page 593 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It's here: the latest edition of the one text you need to master assistive strategies, make confident clinical decisions, and help improve the quality of life for people with disabilities. Based on the Human Activity Assistive Technology (HAAT) model, Assistive Technologies: Principles and Practice, 4th Edition provides detailed coverage of the broad range of devices, services, and practices that comprise assistive technology, and focuses on the relationship between the human user and the assisted activity within specific contexts. Updated and expanded, this new edition features coverage of new ethical issues, more explicit applications of the HAAT model, and a variety of global issues highlighting technology applications and service delivery in developing countries. Human Activity Assistive Technology (HAAT) framework demonstrates assistive technology within common, everyday contexts for more relevant application. Focus on clinical application guides you in applying concepts to real-world situations. Review questions and chapter summaries in each chapter help you assess your understanding and identify areas where more study is needed. Content on the impact of AT on children and the role of AT in play and education for children with disabilities demonstrates how AT can be used for early intervention and to enhance development. Coverage of changing AT needs throughout the lifespan emphasizes how AT fits into people's lives and contributes to their full participation in society. Principles and practice of assistive technology provides the foundation for effective decision-making. NEW! Global issues content broadens the focus of application beyond North America to include technology applications and service delivery in developing countries. NEW! Ethical issues and occupational justice content exposes you to vital information as you start interacting with clients. NEW! More case studies added throughout the text foster an understanding of how assistive technologies are used and how they function. NEW! Updated content reflects current technology and helps keep you current. NEW! Explicit applications of the HAAT model in each of the chapters on specific technologies and more emphasis on the interactions among the elements make content even easier to understand.

Assistive Technologies and Other Supports for People With Brain Impairment

Author : Marcia J Scherer, PhD, MPH, FACRM
Publisher : Springer Publishing Company
ISBN 13 : 0826106463
Total Pages : 400 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (261 download)

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Book Synopsis Assistive Technologies and Other Supports for People With Brain Impairment by : Marcia J Scherer, PhD, MPH, FACRM

Download or read book Assistive Technologies and Other Supports for People With Brain Impairment written by Marcia J Scherer, PhD, MPH, FACRM and published by Springer Publishing Company. This book was released on 2011-12-20 with total page 400 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Integrating current research with the experiences of people with cognitive disabilities, this volume examines how assistive and cognitive support technologies are being harnessed to provide assistance for thinking, remembering, and learning. The book vividly describes real-life situations in which cognitively impaired individuals use assistive supports and the advantages and limitations these individuals perceive from their use. It provides information on how cognitively impaired individuals and their families and caregivers can select the most appropriate technologies from a wide array of accommodations and resources, including individualized protocols of different forms of support to facilitate optimal functioning. The text offers practitioners a comprehensive and systematic process for ensuring their clients' effective application and utilization of this technology. This book will also provide insight for users of assistive technology and their families and caregivers to ensure optimal technology use. Key Features: Outlines an effective process for integrating assistive technologies into the activities and lifestyle of users with cognitive disabilities Explains how to match individuals with the most appropriate devices to enhance independent functioning Provides a detailed overview of neurological and physical characteristics of various cognitive disabilities present at birth or acquired through accident, illness, or aging Includes figures, checklists, assessment tools, and illustrations throughout the text for enhanced learning

Practical (and Fun) Guide to Assistive Technology in Public Schools

Author : Christopher R. Bugaj
Publisher : International Society for Technology in Education
ISBN 13 : 1564845648
Total Pages : 314 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (648 download)

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Book Synopsis Practical (and Fun) Guide to Assistive Technology in Public Schools by : Christopher R. Bugaj

Download or read book Practical (and Fun) Guide to Assistive Technology in Public Schools written by Christopher R. Bugaj and published by International Society for Technology in Education. This book was released on 2010-03-21 with total page 314 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From setting up a stellar team to consultations and evaluations, and from implementation to assessing success, this guide presents detailed advice and ideas to provide assistive technology (AT) services that effectively and efficiently help students. The nuts and bolts of each area are presented in a practical way (with amusing metaphors thrown in for good measure) so that you can directly apply what's in the book and see tangible results.

Assistive Technology

Author : Emily C. Bouck
Publisher : SAGE Publications
ISBN 13 : 1483374424
Total Pages : 329 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (833 download)

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Book Synopsis Assistive Technology by : Emily C. Bouck

Download or read book Assistive Technology written by Emily C. Bouck and published by SAGE Publications. This book was released on 2015-12-31 with total page 329 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Succinct, yet comprehensive, Assistive Technology is designed to help educators better understand assistive technology and how it can support students with disabilities from early childhood through transition into adulthood. This practical book considers the purpose of technology and the support it can provide rather than a student’s disability categorization. Grounded in research and filled with engaging case studies and activities, author Emily C. Bouck offers an unbiased depiction of the advantages and limitations of technology. Readers are exposed to a full range of assistive technology including up-to-date coverage of low- and high-technology, as well as free and for-purchase options that can be used to support students with disabilities.

Assistive Technology

Author : Thomas W. King
Publisher : Pearson
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 328 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (91 download)

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Download or read book Assistive Technology written by Thomas W. King and published by Pearson. This book was released on 1999 with total page 328 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book offers a comprehensive look at human factors in Assistive Technology (AT) through real clinical experiences. Providing academic, clinical, and research information, the author helps acquaint professionals with human factors related to assistive technology. Critical issues regarding human factors in AT are presented to help clinicians and educators improve clinical practices with the devices they recommend, select, purchase, design, or use with their clients and students.

Design and Use of Assistive Technology

Author : Meeko Mitsuko K. Oishi
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 1441970312
Total Pages : 117 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (419 download)

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Book Synopsis Design and Use of Assistive Technology by : Meeko Mitsuko K. Oishi

Download or read book Design and Use of Assistive Technology written by Meeko Mitsuko K. Oishi and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2010-09-16 with total page 117 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Design and Use of Assistive Technology assesses major hurdles in the design and use of assistive technologies, while also providing guidelines and recommendations to improve these technologies. This volume takes an interdisciplinary approach to solving the major issues surrounding designing and using assistive technologies for the physically impaired by blending engineering, computer science and medicine. The most difficult problems in assistive technologies, such as privacy concerns in data gathering and analysis, inherent heterogeneity of the user population, knowledge transfer of novel technologies and incorporation of the user perspective into the design process are all addressed. The book also: -Presents theories on assistive technology through the lens of fields ranging from engineering and computer science to occupational therapy and neurology -Discusses assistive technologies in a broad scope that presents designs and theories that are universally applicable Design and Use of Assistive Technology features contributions from experts in their subject areas who discuss specific methods and mechanisms to integrate the user’s experience into design and clinical evaluation in order to both create academic outreach through practical service models and improve knowledge transfer.

The Illustrated Guide to Assistive Technology and Devices (EasyRead Super Large 20pt Edition)

Author : Suzanne Robitaille
Publisher : ReadHowYouWant.com
ISBN 13 : 1458764893
Total Pages : 454 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (587 download)

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Book Synopsis The Illustrated Guide to Assistive Technology and Devices (EasyRead Super Large 20pt Edition) by : Suzanne Robitaille

Download or read book The Illustrated Guide to Assistive Technology and Devices (EasyRead Super Large 20pt Edition) written by Suzanne Robitaille and published by ReadHowYouWant.com. This book was released on 2010 with total page 454 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Quality Indicators for Assistive Technology

Author : Gayl Bowser
Publisher : Cast Professional Publishing
ISBN 13 : 9780989867474
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (674 download)

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Download or read book Quality Indicators for Assistive Technology written by Gayl Bowser and published by Cast Professional Publishing. This book was released on 2016-06 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The QIAT Leadership Team: Gayl Bowser, Joan Breslin-Larson, Diana Foster Carl, Kelly Fonner, Terry Foss, Jane Korsten, Kathy Lalk, Scott Marfilius, Susan McCloskey, Penny Reed, Joy Smiley Zabala."

Assistive Technology for Students who are Blind Or Visually Impaired

Author : Ike Presley
Publisher : American Foundation for the Blind
ISBN 13 : 0891288902
Total Pages : 549 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (912 download)

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Book Synopsis Assistive Technology for Students who are Blind Or Visually Impaired by : Ike Presley

Download or read book Assistive Technology for Students who are Blind Or Visually Impaired written by Ike Presley and published by American Foundation for the Blind. This book was released on 2008 with total page 549 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Assistive technology is essential in today's world to enable people who are blind or visually impaired to participate fully in school, work, and life. But which assistive technology tools are right for your students? This comprehensive handbook is the essential resource for teachers of students with visual impairments, administrators, technology professionals, and anyone who needs to keep up with the ever-changing world of technology. Assistive Technology For Students Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired: A Guide to Assessment contains a wealth of technical information translated into clear, user-friendly terms, including: - An overview of the full range of assistive technology that students can use to manage information in print or electronic formats-whether they use vision, touch or hearing to access information - How to select appropriate tools and strategies - A structured process for conducting a technology assessment - Detailed assessment forms that can be used to determine students' technology needs and solutions to address them - Advice on writing up program recommendations based on assessment results - Reproducible, blank assessment forms

Community-based Rehabilitation

Author : World Health Organization
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9789241548052
Total Pages : 452 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (48 download)

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Download or read book Community-based Rehabilitation written by World Health Organization and published by . This book was released on 2010 with total page 452 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Volume numbers determined from Scope of the guidelines, p. 12-13.

Disability, Society and Assistive Technology

Author : Bodil Ravneberg
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
ISBN 13 : 1317150074
Total Pages : 114 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (171 download)

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Download or read book Disability, Society and Assistive Technology written by Bodil Ravneberg and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2017-03-27 with total page 114 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The provision of assistive technology is an important individual and collective service of the welfare state. The state plays a significant role towards linking users and products, and the matching of devices and users is both a science and an art. However, many people feel it is stigmatising to use individually designed assistive technologies as they often, in a subtle way, convey discriminating barriers in society. The major challenges of assistive technology are thus to reduce social exclusion and marginalisation and, importantly, to reduce individual risks and societal costs related to non-use due to deficiencies in usability, aesthetics and design of the technologies. This groundbreaking book discusses the relationships among society, disability and technology by using different empirical examples (e.g., school, everyday life) to show why the combination of disability studies and STS-studies (science, technology and society) is a fruitful approach to understanding and meeting these challenges. The book explores the significance of the technologies for users, society and the field; identifies challenges to designing, adopting and using assistive technologies; and points at theoretical challenges in research as well as professional challenges in assistive technology service provision. The book also scrutinises the role of assistive technology devices, as well as the organisational structure of the assistive technology market, in relation to disabled people’s lives. This book will be valuable reading for students, academics, teachers and social educators interested in Disability Studies, STS Studies, Product Design, Sociology, Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy, as well as engineers working in the field of assistive technology.

Assistive Technology in the Workplace

Author : Desleigh de Jonge
Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
ISBN 13 : 0323041302
Total Pages : 268 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (23 download)

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Download or read book Assistive Technology in the Workplace written by Desleigh de Jonge and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2006-09-19 with total page 268 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first book of its kind, this text outlines and defines the process for selecting, integrating, and utilizing assistive technology in the work environment. Each stage of the process is examined in depth, and effective strategies are presented to help overcome the barriers likely to be encountered at each stage. The book also provides insight into the client's experience by drawing on research that explores the experiences of people using assistive technology in the workplace and the issues they face in acquiring and using their technology in the work environment. Results from the Assistive Technology User Study are explained - an extensive and unique research project undertaken by the authors that examines the experiences of AT users in the workplace, the barriers they experience, and the support strategies they use to function in the work environment. AT user quotes and anecdotes bring immediacy to obstacles faced in the workplace. Vignettes and case studies throughout the text encourage students to apply principles to real-life situations. Appendices include listings for various professional organizations, funding, listservs, and research resources, as well as lists of questions therapists and clients should ask in various situations. Material progresses in a logical manner, examining each facet of workplace AT beyond its theory and evaluation. Consumer/client-centered focus takes the client's needs into account, featuring anecdotes from the users interviewed in the AT User Study. Employer concerns are addressed, using anecdotes to illustrate issues from the employer's perspective - an essential factor to consider when selecting appropriate technology.

Assistive Technology for Cognition

Author : Brian O'Neill
Publisher : Psychology Press
ISBN 13 : 1317698479
Total Pages : 182 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (176 download)

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Download or read book Assistive Technology for Cognition written by Brian O'Neill and published by Psychology Press. This book was released on 2014-12-22 with total page 182 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Assistive technology for cognition is technology which can be used to enable, enhance, or extend cognitive function. This book systematically examines how cutting-edge digital technologies can assist the cognitive function of people with cognitive impairments, with the potential to revolutionize rehabilitation. Technologies are reviewed which direct attention, remind, recognize, prompt, and generally guide people through activities of daily living. Written by experts in neuropsychology and technology development, Assistive Technology for Cognition provides a comprehensive overview of the efficacy of technologies to assist people with brain impairments. Based on the list provided by the International Classification of Function, each chapter covers a different cognitive function; namely, attention, memory, affect, perception, executive function, language, numeracy, sequencing, and navigation onto which existing and future assistive technologies for cognition are mapped. This structure provides in-depth research in an accessible way, and will allow practitioners to move from an assessment of cognitive deficits to the prescription of an appropriate assistive technology for cognition. The chapters also make suggestions for future developments. Assistive Technology for Cognition will be of great interest to clinicians and researchers working in brain injury rehabilitation, technology developers, and also to students in clinical psychology, neuropsychology, and allied health disciplines.

The Future of Disability in America

Author : Institute of Medicine
Publisher : National Academies Press
ISBN 13 : 0309104726
Total Pages : 619 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (91 download)

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Book Synopsis The Future of Disability in America by : Institute of Medicine

Download or read book The Future of Disability in America written by Institute of Medicine and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 2007-10-24 with total page 619 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The future of disability in America will depend on how well the U.S. prepares for and manages the demographic, fiscal, and technological developments that will unfold during the next two to three decades. Building upon two prior studies from the Institute of Medicine (the 1991 Institute of Medicine's report Disability in America and the 1997 report Enabling America), The Future of Disability in America examines both progress and concerns about continuing barriers that limit the independence, productivity, and participation in community life of people with disabilities. This book offers a comprehensive look at a wide range of issues, including the prevalence of disability across the lifespan; disability trends the role of assistive technology; barriers posed by health care and other facilities with inaccessible buildings, equipment, and information formats; the needs of young people moving from pediatric to adult health care and of adults experiencing premature aging and secondary health problems; selected issues in health care financing (e.g., risk adjusting payments to health plans, coverage of assistive technology); and the organizing and financing of disability-related research. The Future of Disability in America is an assessment of both principles and scientific evidence for disability policies and services. This book's recommendations propose steps to eliminate barriers and strengthen the evidence base for future public and private actions to reduce the impact of disability on individuals, families, and society.

Assistive Technologies and Environmental Interventions in Healthcare

Author : Lynn Gitlow
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1119483220
Total Pages : 455 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (194 download)

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Download or read book Assistive Technologies and Environmental Interventions in Healthcare written by Lynn Gitlow and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2019-10-07 with total page 455 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Providing a holistic and client-centered approach, Assistive Technologies and Environmental Interventions in Healthcare explores the individual’s needs within the environment, examines the relationship between disability and a variety of traditional and cutting-edge technologies, and presents a humanistic discussion of Technology-Environment Intervention (TEI). Written by a multidisciplinary team of authors, this text introduces readers to a variety of conceptual practice models and the clinical reasoning perspectives. It also provides insight into how designers go about solving human-tech problems, discusses best practices for both face-to-face and virtual teams, and looks at the psychological, sociocultural, and cognitive factors behind the development and provision of assistive technologies. Examines a wide range of technologies and environmental interventions Demonstrates how a better understanding of the complexity of human interaction with both the physical and social environment can lead to better use of technology Explores the future of technology and research in TEI Complete with a range of learning features such as keywords, case studies and review questions, this book is ideal for undergraduate and graduate students in occupational therapy and other related health professions, as well as those undertaking certification and board examinations.

Assistive Technologies for People with Diverse Abilities

Author : Giulio E. Lancioni
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 1489980296
Total Pages : 326 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (899 download)

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Download or read book Assistive Technologies for People with Diverse Abilities written by Giulio E. Lancioni and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2014-01-07 with total page 326 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The familiar image of the disabled tends to emphasize their limitations and reduced quality of life. However, many people with cognitive, motor, and other difficulties also have the capacity to enhance their social interactions, leisure pursuits and daily activities with the aid of assistive technology. Assistive devices from the simple to the sophisticated, have become essential to intervention programs for this population. And not surprisingly the numbers of devices available are growing steadily. Assistive Technologies for People with Diverse Abilities offers expert analysis of pertinent issues coupled with practical discussion of solutions for effective support. Its comprehensive literature review describes current and emerging devices and presents evidence-based guidelines for matching promising technologies to individuals. Program outcomes are assessed, as are their potential impact on the future of the field. In addition, chapters provide detailed descriptions of the personal and social needs of the widest range of individuals with congenital and acquired conditions, including: Acquired brain damage. Communication impairment. Attention and learning difficulties (with special focus on college students). Visual impairment and blindness. Autism spectrum disorders. Behavioral and occupational disorders. Alzheimer's disease. Severe, profound and multiple impairments. The scope and depth of coverage makes Assistive Technologies for People with Diverse Abilities an invaluable resource for researchers, professionals and graduate students in developmental psychology, rehabilitation medicine, educational technology, occupational therapy, speech pathology and clinical psychology.

The Promise of Assistive Technology to Enhance Activity and Work Participation

Author : National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine
Publisher : National Academies Press
ISBN 13 : 030945784X
Total Pages : 503 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (94 download)

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Download or read book The Promise of Assistive Technology to Enhance Activity and Work Participation written by National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 2017-09-01 with total page 503 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The U.S. Census Bureau has reported that 56.7 million Americans had some type of disability in 2010, which represents 18.7 percent of the civilian noninstitutionalized population included in the 2010 Survey of Income and Program Participation. The U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA) provides disability benefits through the Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) program and the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program. As of December 2015, approximately 11 million individuals were SSDI beneficiaries, and about 8 million were SSI beneficiaries. SSA currently considers assistive devices in the nonmedical and medical areas of its program guidelines. During determinations of substantial gainful activity and income eligibility for SSI benefits, the reasonable cost of items, devices, or services applicants need to enable them to work with their impairment is subtracted from eligible earnings, even if those items or services are used for activities of daily living in addition to work. In addition, SSA considers assistive devices in its medical disability determination process and assessment of work capacity. The Promise of Assistive Technology to Enhance Activity and Work Participation provides an analysis of selected assistive products and technologies, including wheeled and seated mobility devices, upper-extremity prostheses, and products and technologies selected by the committee that pertain to hearing and to communication and speech in adults.