Tag Archives: physical disabilities
Assistive Technology Books
Posted in Tools & Resources
Greg O'Connor February 19, 2010
Greg O'Connor February 19, 2010
Here at Spectronics we often get asked, “where can I go to find out more about inclusive learning technologies, particularly addressing the implementation of these technologies in the classroom?” This blog is the first in a series of postings that will explore a range of resources available to support our understanding of how inclusive technologies can advance independent …
Online Switching Activities
Posted in Tools & Resources
Jane Farrall December 14, 2009
Jane Farrall December 14, 2009
At least once or twice each week we get a phone call from someone saying “I know and love Priory Woods – but what else is there to use with students who switch?” Obviously there are a range of commercial switching applications – and we have some favourites on that list which we’ve been known to use for …
A one button mouse – how cool is that!
Posted in New Technologies, Tools & Resources
Barbara Landsberg September 28, 2009
Barbara Landsberg September 28, 2009
We are often asked about ways of assisting younger students learning to use the mouse – to avoid their confusion over using the right and left mouse buttons. Inadvertently clicking on the right mouse button can result in them opening up all sorts of unwanted menus – ending up with your students landing in areas of the computer …
National Disability Insurance Scheme
Posted in Tools & Resources, Web links
Jane Farrall June 18, 2009
Jane Farrall June 18, 2009
The National Disability Insurance Scheme is a strategy for all Australians that will provide sustained, significant, long-term improvements in meeting the needs of people with a disability and their families. This proposal is now gaining attention from both the media and at the highest levels of government. The NDIS has issued a nationwide petition with organisers hoping to …
Exploring New Territories booklet – Technology Resources for Struggling Students and Students with Disabilities
Posted in Tools & Resources, Web links
Jane Farrall June 12, 2009
Jane Farrall June 12, 2009
Exploring New Territories” is a great guide, jam packed with web links and information about technology resources for struggling students and students with disabilities.
