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Assistive Technology for Accessibility
Assistive Technology for Accessibility
- Tools for Reading
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Highlighters
(Smudgestationary, 2021)
Reading Rulers
(Walmart, 2021)
Pointers
(TheHappyTeacher, 2019)
Page turners
(TheWrightStuff, 2021)
High Tech Links
2. Tools for Writing
2. Tools for Writing
Low Tech Images
Pencil Grips
(Walmart, 2020)
Slant Boards
(Amazon, 2016)
Writing Templates
(Colourbox, 2013)
Alphabet Stamps
(Hand2mind, 2021)
High Tech Links
Speech to Text
Physical device that uses typing/speech to text
Checks text for grammar/spelling/punctuation mistakes
3. Tools for Planning and Organizing Time
3. Tools for Planning and Organizing Time
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Timer
(Amazon, 2019)
To-Do List
(Etsy, 2021)
Adgenda
(New York Times, 2021)
Planner
(New York Times, 2021)
High Tech Links
Basic calendar to plan for the year
Device time limits
Device time limits and restrictions
4. Tools for Low Vision
4. Tools for Low Vision
Low tech Images
Magnifying Glass
(Amazon, 2021)
Braille
(American Foundation for the Blind, 2015)
Large Print Books
(DCMS Libraries, 2010)
High Tech Links
App that connects you to a live video chat with a responder who can describe your surroundings
Text to speech application
Take picture or upload image to be read aloud Alt text
Changes contrast and colours on your screen to be more visible
5. Tools for Hearing
5. Tools for Hearing
Low Tech Images
Hearing Aid
(Oticon, 2021)
Ear Muffs/Headphones
(PlatinumTools, 2021)
High Tech Links
Transcribing daily conversations, videos, and any audio as it plays
Detecting home alarms and visually notifying
Amplifies sound
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