In the previous post, we spoke about how
computers are flexible to the needs of students. There are also additional operating system
features that allow students with disabilities to use the computer successfully.
For students with hand tremors or poor fine
motor skills, the use of Slow Key allows students to press on a key for a
longer period of time without typing multiple letters. Students with limited motor skills can also
use on screen keyboards to type by using the mouse.
“Computers emit beeps, tones, and voiced
messages to alter users to a variety of events; students who are hard of
hearing of deaf may be unable to hear these sounds” (Dell, Newton, &
Petroff, p. 171). For these students,
computers offer controls that replace auditory prompts and signals with visuals
such as icons or captions.
There are so many different ways to incorporate computers into the lives of students with disabilities and I plan to fully take advantage!
References:
Dell, A., Newton, D., & Petroff, J. (2012). Assistive Technology in
the Classroom. Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson Education, Inc.
Mia,
ReplyDeleteExploring these computer accessibility features for students with disabilities is a great way for teachers to make accommodations for their students individual needs. I think every teacher should look into these features and use them in the classroom. Great job giving detail of these features.