I met with Fred in his office to learn about how assistive technology assisted him in getting his dream job. He told me, “my story is almost a rags to riches story. I went from washing dishes to having my own office and a driver.” Fred has been blind since birth. His optic nerves never […]
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Monday Tech Tip: Algebra Solver app for iOS devices
Jim Rinehart, Assistive Technology Specialist at Easter Seals Crossroads, shows us an app called Algebra Solver, which helps people solve algebra equations. Check it out here:
ATU242 – Blind Tool Object Recognition, Artificial Intelligence to Determine What’s Funny, Exercise Buddy App
Podcast: Play in new window | Download Your weekly dose of information that keeps you up to date on the latest developments in the field of technology designed to assist people with disabilities and special needs. Blind Tool – Joseph Paul Cohen | josephpcohen.com @josephpaulcohen AI Algorithm Identifies Humorous Pictures | MIT Technology Review http://buff.ly/1REae60 […]
AM166 – Spatial Line Puzzle
Podcast: Play in new window | Download 166-01-15-16 Spatial Line Puzzle Hey there! Welcome to Accessibility Minute, your weekly look at Assistive Technology, those clever tools and devices designed to help people who have difficulties with vision, mobility, hearing or other special needs! Looking for a resource to help improve your child’s spatial and visual memory skills? […]
KeyMouse: Ergonomic keyboard-mouse all-in-one!
Last spring, I wrote a featured blog covering five different ergonomic keyboards. For individuals who spend a lot of time on a computer, it’s essential to maintain an ergonomic posture. Aside from a standing workstation or desk, another great way to maintain an ergonomic posture is by using an ergonomic keyboard and mouse. Whaaaaat about an ergonomic keyboard and mouse all-in-one?! Introducing… KeyMouse! […]
Duck Duck Moose: 5 exciting apps for early learners!
As stated in many of our blogs, it’s hard to narrow down the right apps for each individual’s unique needs. Fortunately, resources like Bridging Apps, Friendship Circle and more, simplify the app-searching process for us. Another great source is Common Sense Graphite, a resource developed for teachers, by teachers. “We know that educators and learners are faced […]