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An FM system allows a teacher to talk into a microphone that transmits sounds directly to the child’s hearing aid or headphones. Word processors, laptop computers for a student who has a problem with writing. 4 0 obj Disabled people often have difficulty performing activities of daily living (ADLs) independently, or even with assistance. To assist visitors to the AgrAbility website in becoming more familiar with catalogs as problem solving tools, a description of several catalogs, some that might be unfamiliar to many, and examples of products they contain that have potential application to persons with disabilities are being provided. 21 0 obj <> Assistive technology (AT) tools can help a person plan, organize, and keep track of his calendar, schedule, task list, contact information, and miscellaneous notes. stream Luckily, technology innovations continually progress, and alongside the advancements are a lot of unique assistive devices to give us that helping hand. endobj <>/XObject<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 612 792] /Contents 4 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 0>> You can use HATS with or without hearing aids or cochlear implants. Scanning the page of a text generates computer synthesized speech allowing the user to hear almost any text in audio format. AT products can be made by hand, purchased off the shelf, or adapted from an existing product. If one of the above areas is holding someone back, one of these devices may help them succeed. �w��8HǕs⫝̸e��ᖢ�<6L3y�+�����p�o:����N\Ʈ5��Xd�Wd�݆/k�dt|��|���\�.�����b!�N��%���9��ri�kc���{Ec�����XQN�S��~�@υ��7�;��- Tape Recorders -Tape recorders help by allowing the recorded audio to be played back at a later time and repeatedly if necessary. Optical Character Recognition - For those that cannot read the written word, optical character recognition is a computer aided scanning device that reads written characters. endobj Some examples of assistive technology are text-to-speech and word prediction. 19 0 obj Allows the individual to scan text in print mediums and convert it into voice. For those that have difficulty listening, remembering, or processing spoken words, such as a lecture in the classroom there are a variety of listening devices available. 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Assistive technology (AT) is assistive, adaptive, and rehabilitative devices for disabled people or the elderly population. Let’s take a look at different examples of assistive technology and how they can be used in the modern learning environment. endobj <> Some examples of when it might be hard to hear include: 1. Assistive technology can include anything from a pencil grip to help a student write more accurately, to a speech synthesizer to help those who have difficulty reading. 22 0 obj The transmission occurs on a reserved radio spectrum. Other Alternative Text Formats - Audio books and books available in braille are an example of alternative forms of text. <> <> Funding for these devices at home may be available … Products designed to increase access to homes, businesses, and other buildings by people with disabilities and include systems to open/lock doors, control lighting, temperature and other environmental needs. These technologies can be useful by allowing those that cannot identify written text to read and learn in another format. Examples of these tasks include, making the bed, brushing teeth, staying on task with school work, or managing time. Augmentative communication devices and apps for a student who has communication issues. <> Audio prompting devices may help to remind them to complete a task from start to finish. Assistive technology can help people better perform activities of daily living such as going to the bathroom, walking, eating, bathing, dressing, and using a computer. Other Types of Assistive Devices In the classroom, assistive devices such as automatic page-turners, book holders, and adapted pencil grips, assist in educational activities. Within each of them, a number of devices and services are available, ranging from analog or non-electronic products … Some HATS let you see or read messages. Assistive technology is any product, device, or equipment that maintains, or improves functional capabilities of a person with a disability. This is why it is harder to hear someone when they are across the room. The above list may help identify educational devices that can be of assistance in the classroom. Assistive Technology Devices Examples As we’ve seen, assistive technology can be classified into several distinct categories. 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