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Assistive Technology Kit List
These devices can help individuals overcome some barriers to using a standard computer set up
EasiTrax This solid feeling joystick is designed to help those with stiff hands and fingers and poor dexterity. The joystick can be used by the finger tips to control the cursor. There are speed controls, scroll, latching and drag. All these options can be set by using one or a combination of the three buttons. So for instance if the left button is clicked it will act as a normal mouse but if it is held down a light shows beneath the button indicating it is in latch mode. Press the button again and it returns to normal and the same applies to the right hand mouse.
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Microtrack Finger Mouse Three programmable button hand held mouse suitable for left and right-handers. This is a small mouse that can be held with the finger wrapped round in trigger mode. It is suitable for use when presenting and may help those who need to keep the hand in a natural line rather than with the palm down. It may help in cases where repetitive strain injuries cause problems. The mouse is very light and only requires very small movements to use which could be helpful to those with fatigue or limited movement. It can be cradled and used without a table or surface.
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LogiTech MX Revolution Mouse
Designed to fit in the palm and provide comfortable mousing for a right-hander. There is a side thumb wheel for flipping between documents and quick web searches once a word is highlighted. The advantage of being cordless is that the mouse can be used in any position so may help those with RSI.
The scroll wheel allows for very fast movement up and down documents but it can also be used in click mode when navigating menus. The web search wheel feature, when a word is highlighted, works with Yahoo or Google. You can toggle between open applications too.
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EKensington Orbit Trackball
This track ball only needs a light touch to move the cursor and works for left and right-handed users. The trackball position is unusual in that it is raised relatively high with buttons on either side. The buttons are programmable when used with Mouse-works software which also allows for a personalised menu and several short cuts. The latter can be downloaded from Kensington. It offers improved cursor control, button programming and turning features on and off like snap-to-de-fault. The snap-to-default feature centres the cursor on the de-fault button of any new dialog box which is very helpful for those with dexterity difficulties. System Requirements: USB/PS/2 for PC and compatible with Mac USB/ADB port.
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Contour Mice This mouse comes in a variety of sizes to fit a wide range of both left and right handed users. The scrolling wheel is on the side, reduces index finger use and avoids repetitive movements associated with RSI. Avoids flat uncomfortable hand position and stress on fingers. Useful for those with limited movement in fingers or hand flexibility, or RSI sufferers.
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This Wireless mouse with built-in laser pointer is useful for demonstrations or presentations or working at a distance from the whiteboard board or desk, for example as a wheelchair user. You can easily control the computer and point to the PPT. Its shape and design means you don’t need the table support, so it can sit on your lap, cradled in your hands. You can adjust your posture freely, even if you a lying down, you can also use it when you are in the narrow space or have limited arm movement. It combines the function of wireless mouse with laser pointer.
USB Wireless Laser Mouse
RNIB audio labeller Benefits: This simple and easy-to-use labelling pen enables you to record your own self adhesive voice label. Place a label on any item and record a title, message or description that will be read back to you whenever it is touched by the pen. Enables blind and VI users to recognise and manage items they need for work and study. It could be used creatively to include VI learners in group classroom activities.
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Livescribe pen Benefits: For users who have difficulty writing notes or hearing lectures. It helps to be able to hear what was being said at the time you made the note. This pen can be used to write notes whilst recording the audio at the same time. The user can touch a heading in the written text with the pen nib to re-play the recording from that relevant point.
• This pen records everything you write and hear together (over 200 hours audio)• Saves and search your notes and recordings on your computer• Easily send notes and audio to Evernote, Facebook, Desktop or mobile device• Desktop software for Mac or Windows (download)• Customise by adding productivity, educational and entertainment app
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Oyster Mouse This fully adjustable, ambidextrous, ergonomic mouse can help protect against a range of upper limb conditions such as repetitive strain injury (RSI) and carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS).It can be comfortably used by both left and right hands, with five different angled positions to adapt to each individual. There are five click buttons with common shortcut keys, plus a scroll wheel and requires no extra software to use. Available in Wired and Wireless versions
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Digital bookmark This tiny bookmark is really quick and easy to use. When you come across a word you don’t know, simply press the power button to begin, type in your word on the keypad and press OK. It clips onto a book and allows learners to look-up and check words easily as they move through printed text.
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30 second message discs Benefits: These voice recording, blue plastic message discs have a write-on/wipe-off surface in contrasting white. Easy-to-use with just one button for record and one for play, they make a great classroom resource for learners who are non verbal or as reminders/ prompts.
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Recorder/Memory Stick An easy and inconspicuous way to record spoken information, at lectures or discussions, to support reading or remembering. Download the Mp3 to a laptop for translation by text to speech software or to replay when it’s easier to hear.
Swiftpoint Mouse Benefits: The Swiftpoint mouse gives you all the functions of a traditional mouse but operates on the palm rest next to your laptop’s touchpad. It works anywhere your laptop works, so you don’t have to use the touch-pad if it is difficult due to limited dexterity or discomfort. The intuitive pen-like grip does away the hand cramps commonly experienced with small mice. Its padded thumb and finger grips are comfortable and easy to hold.
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Helpikeys Keyboard A multi-adaptable and programmable alternative keyboard that can be changed by using one of the five overlay sheets, or by using the Helipkeys Layout Builder software that allows you to design and print your own keyboard layouts.
The keyboard can memorise five personalised layouts in its own memory, so your custom layouts can be used on any other computer you use. Helpikeys’ additional configuration settings layout allows you to personalise the response rate, the repeat rate and other keyboard characteristics. It also includes a programmable five switch interface that can be used for mouse control.
Contour RollerMouse Station
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The Contour RollerMouse Station keeps the user’s hands within the optimal work zone, decreasing strain on the shoulder and arm muscles. The Contour RollerMouse eliminates repetitive reaching for the mouse by centrally locating the controls be-neath the space bar. Cursor control is achieved by sliding and rolling the revolutionary rollerbar.
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Wireless re-chargeable Pen Mouse
The ergonomic design of this mouse allows you to hold it like a pen for high resolution control of your computer. This would be useful for anyone with difficulty gripping or controlling fine movements of the mouse but able to control a pen. Fast accurate and precise optical tracking and comfortable to hold.
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Describes how alternative devices and Assistive Technologies can assist disabled users. This unique resource is aimed at demonstrating how alternative and adaptive technologies can help change people’s lives and explains the technology available through video case studies, audio and reference materials.
Describes how alternative devices and Assistive Technologies can assist disabled users. This unique resource is aimed at demonstrating how alternative and adaptive technologies can help change people’s lives and explains the technology available through video case studies, audio and reference materials.
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Access Apps A collection of Open Source and Freeware that can be used from a memory stick which means it can be made available when a learner needs it on their computer. This software includes magnifiers, word prediction, mind-mapping and text to speech.
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Gyration Air Mouse Go Plus
In-air mouse that can be used remotely in and out of the classroom (up to 30m) or from a wheelchair. Customisable and Programmable buttons that help control scrolling, panning and zooming, launching applications, changing volume and playing media shortcuts all at a distance.
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Keyboard Stickers These high visibility stickers can adapt a keyboard for maximumusability. Different colour combinations and caps and lower case letters can make the keys much easier to find for learners with cognitive or visual impairment.
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Cherry Compact Keyboard with key guard
This small keyboard has no number pad. It can be placed directly in front of the user, bringing the mouse nearer to avoiding stretching out to the side.
The keyboard will fit comfortably on to a wheelchair tray and the key guard helps those with mobility issues to find and press the right keys.
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Intellikeys Keyboard With Intellikeys you can create your own ideal keyboard! The look and functionality of IntelliKeys can be changed quickly and easily by placing overlays on its touch sensitive panel.
See the ‘Active Exchange’ website for more resources to use with the Overlay Maker below
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Intellikeys Overlay maker
Version 3 of this useful software is even easier to use and includes lots of ready to use templates and activities. Overlay Maker 3 has many overlays that you can customise or simply print out and use. They include alternative keyboards like Dvorak, high visibility or abc ideal for younger learners or autistic students.
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There are other sources for these products available and prices will vary. A good source of information on the wide range of commercial products and suppliers can be found on the EmpTech website: http://www.emptech.info/
AbilityNet, a national charity offers SLA support packages to schools,colleges and local authorities. 0800 269545. [email protected]
