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MDTAP’s AT Introduction Videos, 8/13/13

Aug 13th, 2013 by

Interested in some short video introductions to AT? Check out MDTAP’s quick overview videos to get a better sense of a variety of devices, including Aids for Daily Living, Vision Aids, Hearing Aids, and much more. Watch them all here!

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Power wheelchair & scooter user study in Baltimore, 8/12/13

Aug 12th, 2013 by

The Human-Centered Computing Program at the University of Maryland Baltimore County (UMBC) is conducting a research study to explore the technology use habits of wheelchair users. The goal is to improve the usability and accessibility of computers for people with a range of abilities.

The program is looking for people who use power wheelchairs or scooters to participate in the study. The study takes 1 – 2 hours and will consist of an interview and a design activity where we would discuss information technology that is used on a regular basis and ideas for improving future interfaces. We are looking for 10 – 15 people to participate in the interview study.

An additional study to be conducted toward the end of the month will include power wheelchair users working in small groups to evaluate prototypes that UMBC students have built. This will require an hour of participant time.

Both opportunities are paid and participants can earn up to $20 per hour. The interview can take place at a location convenient to the participant. If you are interested or have questions, please contact Patrick A. Carrington at carpat1@umbc.edu or at 443-472-0310.

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Resources just a click away, 8/8/13

Aug 8th, 2013 by

Information for Independence: A Wealth of Resources Are Just a Click Away

MARYLAND – AbleData and the National Rehabilitation Information Center (NARIC) offer the most comprehensive collection of information on almost every aspect of disability, including resources, assistive technology, research, and support organizations, and the best part is most people can access this information for free. Funded by the National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research (NIDRR), NARIC and AbleData have served the disability and rehabilitation community for more than 35 years by providing information that is key to full participation for the disability community. Both serve people with disabilities, caregivers, researchers, educators, allied health professionals and others who provide support and services for people with disabilities.

Together, AbleData and NARIC provide the public with information on more than 100,000 products and resources, and they are available online for free and in print at no or low cost. People can turn to AbleData and NARIC for the latest in assistive and rehabilitation technology, new research in rehabilitation treatments and interventions, and referral to quality support organizations and services in their local area.

 

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Cognitive Disabilities, Web Tip #21, 8/7/13

Aug 7th, 2013 by

Cognitive Disabilities

Difficulty: Beginner

Category:

  • Principles
  • Content

The number of people with cognitive disabilities is greater than the number people with all other disabilities combined. Cognitive disabilities are complex and vary greatly. Recommendations for those with cognitive disabilities share much overlap with general usability recommendations; however, the impact of poor usability and understandability can have a much more significant impact on those with cognitive disabilities. Care should be taken to ensure optimal functionality and understandability of web content by those with cognitive or learning disabilities.

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Wireless CapTel App, 8/6/13

Aug 6th, 2013 by

Sprint to bring Call Captioning to iOS devices

Contributed by Joel Zimba, Special Projects Coordinator, MDTAP 

For some time, Sprint CapTel has offered telephones which will caption conversations in real-time.  This would allow a user who is hard of hearing to listen as well as read the captioning of a conversation.

Now, Sprint CapTel is extending this service to iOS devices.  The Wireless CapTel app, produced by Raketu Communications Inc., will allow a caller to initiate a call and listen as well as read the accompanying captions.  This service requires registration, but will work on most modern iOS devices.  A data connection is required, so presumably calls are placed using Voice Over IP, rather than conventional telephone switching.

The Wireless CapTel app is available now via the Apple App Store. While it is free to download, registration likely requires Sprint service.

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Sensory Make & Take Session, 8/5/13

Aug 5th, 2013 by

The Arc Northern Chesapeake Region will be hosting a Sensory Strategies Presentation and Make-n-Take Session on Thursday, August 15 from 5:30pm-8pm at their Harford County offices (4513 Philadelphia Rd, Aberdeen, MD 21001)

This session will include strategies to help children (or teens and adults) with sensory processing differences, and the opportunity to make a sensory tool.

Respite is available but will require an RSVP.

RSVP to Tosha Johnson at tjohnson@arcncr.org or 410-836-7177 ext. 383.

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