Adaptive Technology Resources
Dedicated to assisting indivuals who are blind or visually impaired in regaining independence and providing a better way to look at life!
IBM Special Needs Systems
provides a list of products and software to help people who have special needs access and use technology. Captioned Media Program
The Captioned Media Program (CMP) provides free-loan captioned videos and other media to parents, teachers and others who work with children with a hearing loss. CMP is sponsored by the U. S. Department of Education and has over 4,000 titles for loan. Tech Tots
a program designed to introduce children with disabilities to technology. Assistive Technology for the Disabled Computer User
Dedicated to introducing administrators and staff of colleges and universities to the assistive technology that helps the students with physical disabilities use a computer; and to refer those who need more specific information to resources in their area. Computer Access Solutions
This web site explores many of the alternative input methods and devices available for accessing computers such as voice recognition software and modified keyboards. Apple Computer's Disability Solutions
Assistive technology and learning resources for people with special needs. RJ Cooper & Associates
Products for persons with special needs, including special software and hardware adaptations for persons with very special needs, plus the world famous CooperCar. Microsoft Accessibility and Disabilities
provides information and tools that can help you remove barriers and make the world more accessible. MICROCOMPUTER Science Centre Inc.
a company with 19 years experience in special needs, which carries extensive product offerings for special needs individuals. AZtech, Inc.
A not-for-profit community based enterprise by and for individuals with disabilities specializing in assistive technology solutions. Access at Adobe!
This web site provides tools and information to help make Adobe PDF files accessible to users with visual disabilities. Center on Information Technology Accommodation
CITA is a nationally recognized model demonstration facility influencing accessible information environments, services, and management practices. Phonic Ear
a leading developer and manufacturer of assistive listening devices. Technology for Students with Disabilities: A Decision Maker's Resource Guide
This National School Boards Association and OSEP publication lists contacts throughout the country that can help decision makers use technology to assist students with disabilities. EASI - Equal Access to Software and Information Information Technology and Disabilities - e-journal Basic skills in assistive technology Linda Wilson's Assistive Tech for the Disabled Computer User ERIC Digest Assistive Tech for Students with Mild Disabilities (1995) The Virtual Assistive Tech Center supported by the U. of Kansas Government Center on Information Technology Accommodation The Disability Resources from Apple Computer (commercial) IBM's Special Needs Home Page (commercial) Tech-related Assistance for Individuals with Disabilities Act of 1988 Assistive technology research and development at Trace R & D Center AZtech, Inc. A to Z Assistive Technology products (commercial) A to Z Assistive Technology: AZtech. Offers a complete range of market research and consulting services. AZtech specializes in the assistive technology markets for older Americans and people with disabilities, where we have established a national network with more than 80,000 consumers, clinicians, technical personnel and industry experts. AbilityHub. Assistive Technology for people with a disability who find operating a computer difficult. Alliance for Technology Access. A network of community-based resource centers, developers and vendors dedicated to providing information and support services to children and adults with disabilities, and increasing their use of standard, assistive, and information technologies. Assistive Technology Network. Assists in the enhancement of student outcomes through the provision of information, training, and technical support in the area of assistive technology. (Not working 11-Jul-01.) Center for Assistive Technology (CAT) at the University at Buffalo. Conducts research, education and service to increase knowledge about assistive devices for persons with disabilities. Closing The Gap. Publishes a bi-monthly newspaper and holds an annual conference, both focusing on the most current applications of microcomputer technology for people with special needs. Matching Person & Technology. Works to better match users of technologies with the most appropriate devices for their use. The Institute works to enhance the situation of technology users through research, assessment, training and consultation. Switchoteks. These pages focuses on how adaptive switches can be utilized to enhance control, mastery and participation for people with severe multiple handicaps. (Not working 11-Jul-01.) Synapse Adaptive. Adaptive technology, primarily software. Emphasis on speech recognition, learning, and ADA. University of Delaware: Applied Science and Engineering Laboratories. Research on assistive technology. Alliance for Technology Access The Alliance for Technology Access (ATA) helps to enhance the lives of people with disabilities through technology, by raising public awareness, implementing initiatives, and providing information and hands-on exploration at community resource centers Assistive Technology Resource Alliance ATRA is a resource for participants in the Assistive Technology marketplace. ATRA was formed by the Research Institute for Assistive and Training Technologies (RIATT) at the University of New Mexico, Sandia National Laboratories, and Laguna Industries, Inc. in conjunction with the New Mexico Technology Deployment Pilot Project (NMTDP) Adaptive Technology Resource Center Adaptive technology information and resources from the University of Toronto Communication Aids for Language and Learning The CALL team is dedicated to serving those in Scotland with severe communication difficulties; physical disabilities; and mobility problems. Located at the University of Edinburgh Dragon Systems, Inc. A company specializing in PC-based speech recognition systems Equal Access to Software and Information EASI's mission is to make information technology accessible to persons with disabilities with the use of adaptive computer technology. It is an affiliate of AAHE (The American Association for Higher Education) Gus Communications, Inc. A company producing various augmentative communication devices and software for Windows-based PCs IBM Special Needs Solutions IBM has developed a number of assistive devices and software tools that make the computer more accessible and friendly to people with vision, hearing, speech, mobility, and attention/memory disabilities Kurzweil Applied Intelligence, Inc. Develops, markets, and supports automated speech recognition (ASR) system LAB Resources A World-Wide Web-based Internet business specializing in assistive technology Oklahoma Able Tech Home Page The purpose of this project is to establish permanent systems change in Oklahoma by reducing or eliminating the barriers to technology-related assistance Mac Access Passport Online Resources from Apple Computer National Center to Improve Practice (NCIP) Promotes the effective use of technology to enhance educational outcomes for students with sensory, cognitive, physical and social/emotional disabilities Resource Center for Assistive Technology The Resource Center for Assistive Technology, located in ESU #3 in Nebraska, offers students, parents, teachers, and the community an opportunity to try the latest in equipment and software for the disabled Trace Research and Development Center Addressing the communication needs of people who are non-speaking and have severe disabilities Washington Assistive Technology Alliance Washington Assistive Technology Alliance is a project funded by the National Institute of Disability and Rehabilitation Research and mandated by the Technology Related Assistance for Individuals with Disabilities Act (1994). The intent of WATA is to change the policies and practices related to assistive technology in the state of Washington in order to increase the access of individuals with disabilities to appropriate assistive technology devices and services. Organizations Access Ability Adaptive Technology Lab at Southern Connecticut State University Assistive Technology Online Assistive Technology Resources in Kentucky ATA - Alliance for Technology Access ATEN - Assistive Technology Educational Network ATRA - Assistive Technology Resource Alliance Augmentative Communication Resources AZtech - A to Z Assistive Technology CATS - Computers & Assistive Technology Services CITA - Center for Information Technology Accommodation Connections The Consortium on Inclusive Schooling Practices (CISP) CTG - Closing The Gap Discover Technology DO-IT Project at University of Washington EASI - Equal Access to Software and Information LD Resources Missouri Technology Center for Special Education Peggy Barker's Applied Assistive Technology Home Page Project PURSUIT RESNA RIATT - Research Institute for Assistive and Training Technologies at UNM Seaside Education Associates, Inc. Speaking to Write: Realizing the Potential of Speech Recognition for Secondary Students with Disabilities Special Education Technology British Columbia Special Needs Education Network (SNE) Special Needs Opportunity Windows THE SWITCHOTEKS TeamRehab Report Trace Research & Development Center |
