Overview

Incorporating Compass Computer Access Assessment software, Computer Access for People with Disabilities: A Human Factors Approach provides the information clinicians need to know in order to provide effective alternative computer access solutions to individuals with disabilities. Originally developed for a masters-level course on computer access for rehabilitation engineers and rehabilitation counselors, it provides practical guidance on how to provide computer access services and sufficient background knowledge to allow the reader to interpret the research literature.

• Presents technology for individuals with physical, cognitive, and sensory impairments, and for older adults
• Covers text entry devices, pointing devices, switch access, automatic speech recognition, and web accessibility
• Emphasizes fundamental concepts and principles that remain true regardless of which specific operating system or product is being used
• Draws on research from the fields of rehabilitation engineering, occupational therapy, and human-computer interaction (HCI)

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9781322633558

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What I like most about the book is its focus on the needs of the intended readership. The book offers some unique information that is not easy to acquire elsewhere potentially useful for readers outside the target users. Example, all aspects described in the section word prediction/completion are of eminent interest for about two-thirds of the world population who use Short Message Service via mobile devices. What I do not like is the missing link to accessibility as a concept and to theory in general. This would help people like me to apply the knowledge of this book for the benefit of people who would never use assistive devices or read books dealing with them. Ahmet Cakir, Behaviour & Information Technology , 2013

Author Information

Richard Simpson is an Associate Professor in the Department of Rehabilitation Science and Technology at the University of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

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