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Developing a Career Makes Life Satisfying
Temple Grandin, on of the formost voices in the field of autism, shares her thoughts on developing a satisfying work life and making sense of the social world. From the inside. A must read.
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Dragonfly: Specials Needs and Universal Access Resource
Universal Access Educational Video Games and Software.
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Discover:Switch for the Mac
Note: Review only, product no longer for sale.
Computer access in a single switch!
The talking computer switch that lets people of all ages with physical disabilities use mainstream software, send email, operate multimedia programs and more! Discover:Switch attaches next to the keyboard, but the keyboard can still be used. A custom scanning keyboard appears on the screen. When the choice is highlighted, press to select. One push on the button-like device is all that's needed. Non-speakers have a communication tool through on-screen keyboards that can speak words, phrases and sentences. You get everything you need to let switch-users access the computer in one switch! System requirements: Macintosh - ADB port, System 7 or later, 3 MB hard drive space, 5 MB RAM.
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Typical Access Profile
Auditory Normal Low Extremely Low Not Using Hearing Hyper-Acute |
Vision Normal Low Extremely Low Not Using Vision |
Gross Motor All Some Few Not Using Gross Motor |
Fine Motor All Some Few Not Using Fine Motor |
Developmental Age Range 0 - 2 3 - 5 6 - 8 9 - 12 13 and Over |
Language Typical Some Spoken Receptive Only Sign Assistive/Augmentitive Not Using Language |
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Cortical Visual Impairment and Rikki The Rooster
Ricki the Rooster is one of the most popular switch adapted toys. His bright colours make him easier for a child with a cortical visual impairment to see. To help even more try putting Rikki down on a dark carpet, towel, or tablecloth. The contrast makes his colours really pop out!