Colton Matheson is a guest blogger for the INDATA Project and shares some research about two tablet apps that help keep people with disabilities safe in their homes. Colton writes: When anyone mentions the word “apps” for smartphones and tablets, many people instantly think about games and music and other forms of personal entertainment. In reality, there are […]
People that have limited use of their arms or hands may have trouble using a computer. X-Keys, created by P.I. Engineering, is an assistive technology product that allows users to attach switches to your computer via the USB port. A switch can trigger an action on your computer. Connect up to 12 switches to the […]
firefly is an easy-to-use tool for people who have the cognitive ability but not the literacy skills to read text. Users can upload content to the app and it will be read aloud to them. Users simply select a word on the screen and select the green “play” button at the top of the page. […]
Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadHi folks. Welcome to “Accessibility Minute”, your weekly look at Assisitive Technology—those clever tools and devices designed to help people who have difficulties with vision, mobility, hearing or other special needs. Many people would agree that the iPhone has changed the way the world thinks of smart phones. Did […]
FREE Web Accessibility Webinar! What: Free Webinar on making your web site and content more accessible to people with disabilities When: September 24 from 10am until 4pm Eastern time Where: On-line only (register here: https://www3.gotomeeting.com/register/888689710) Who: Developers and other “techies” who are responsible for web-based content and want to make sure that their content is […]
Podcast: Play in new window | Download068-09-14-12 – MathPad Hi folks. Welcome to “Accessibility Minute”, your weekly look at Assisitive Technology—those clever tools and devices designed to help people who have difficulties with vision, mobility, hearing or other special needs. In the world of special education, accessibility in the areas of Science Technology Engineering and […]
