Assistive Technology For Public Computers

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Assistive Technology for Public Computers December 10, 2009Audio is only available by calling this number:Conference Call: 866-740-1260; Access Code: 6339392

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Assistive Technology for Public ComputersPresenters: Jane Vincent, AMLS

Center for Accessible Technology

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Today’s Speakers

Kami GriffithsTechSoup

Assisting with chat questions:Kate Heryford, TechSoup

Jane VincentCenter for Accessible Technology


What is assistive technology?


What is assistive computer technology?


Assistive Technology and the Law• Federal, state/municipal, and private

entities in the US covered by different laws

• Key concepts (Title II):– Equality of opportunity– Reasonable modifications– Personal services and devices


First Steps Towards Effective Implementation• Research your users

• Talk to your users

• Involve your users


Categories of Technology Relevance• Pretty much always

– No/low cost, relevant to a general population

• Sometimes– Relevant to the local population,

moderate cost

• Seldom if ever– Expensive, often fragile, relevant to only

a few people, difficult to implement


Pretty much always


Sometimes


Seldom if ever


Assistive Technology Stories

(Sorenson VRS)


Funding Strategies

• Budget

• Friends

• Recycled/donated equipment


Minimizing “hidden” costs

• Conflicts

• Maintenance

• Support

• Training


Maximizing staff training

• Think like a librarian

• Document, document, document

• Use flow charts

• Involve your users


Websites—Library Specific

• ASCLA Accessibility Tip Sheets• No Grant Needed! Cheap and Easy

Accommodations for People with Disabilities


Websites

• ASCLA Accessibility Tip Sheets• Abledata• Association of Assistive Technology

Act Programs• Access on Main Street


Thanks!

Jane Vincent, AMLSUsability/Accessibility ManagerCenter for Accessible TechnologyBerkeley, CA [email protected]

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Get the Most Out of TechSoup

• At TechSoup, you’ll find a range of technology services to help your nonprofit:

– Read helpful articles in our Learning Center– Request donated software, hardware, and

online services– Join our community forums to learn from

your colleagues– Browse upcoming events and conferences


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