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Assistive Technology: Matching Device and Consumer for Successful Rehabilitation
Marcia J. Scherer. Nov. 2001
This book explores ways rehabilitation professionals can collaborate effectively with users of assistive technology to help them get the most out of the equipment used. The author provides research based guidance for finding the perfect match between device and consumer. This book includes key information on personality assessment and coping skills. More
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Computer and Web Resources for People with Disabilities
Alliance for Technology Access. March 2000 
Arguably the best book in its class. It helps you identify assistive solutions matching users needs. It lists many funding sources, support organizations, publications, and technology vendors in a comprehensive resource directory. This book is an indispensable reference guide for anyone using or working with assistive technology. More
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Clinician's Guide to Assistive Technology
Don A. Olson, et al. Sept. 2001
This book provides an excellent overview of the variety of technology available today. It explains how technologies can be adapted and how different devices can work together. This book will be especially helpful to healthcare and medical professionals as many topics covered pertain to patient care. More
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Assistive Technology for Children with Learning Difficulties
Schwab Learning. 1999 
Prepared by the Frostig Center, this concise assistive technology guide will help parents choose appropriate technologies for improving their child's reading, writing, or listening skills. This book is a useful resource for special educators and parents. More
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Adaptive Technologies for Learning and Work Environments
Joseph J. Lazzaro. July 2001
The author does a thorough job of describing the various technology options available to persons with visual, hearing, motor, speech, or learning disabilities. This book includes an evaluation of more than 200 products. It also discusses strategies for funding adaptive technology and offers cost-saving tips. More
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Family Guide to Assistive Technology
Katharin A. Kelker. Jan. 2000
This book is ideal for parents and caregivers looking for an easy-to-read introduction on assistive technology. The author provides a good overview of available technologies, offers tips for applying for funding, and gives pointers to locate equipment vendors. This book will undoubtedly help you get started with assistive technology. More
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Living in the State of Stuck: How Assistive Technology Impacts the Lives of People with Disabilities
Marcia J. Scherer. July 2001
An excellent read! Through a series of case studies, the author does a masterful job of describing how assistive technology affects the lives of disabled persons. This book highlights the issues surrounding the implementation and the use of assistive technology. It also offers practical steps for matching a person with the most appropriate devices. A 'must read' for anyone assessing assistive solutions for people with disabilities. More
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Technology for All: Assistive Technology in the Classroom
Overbrook School for the Blind. Oct. 2001
Written by teachers for teachers, this book is a great resource for all schools that need to integrate assistive technology in the classroom. Primarily meant for educators working with visually impaired students, this book provides several assessment worksheets to help you select appropriate technologies and devices. If you're looking to initiate or expand the use of access technology in your school, you will need this book. More
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Assistive Technology: A Resource for School, Work, and Community
Karen F. Flippo, et al. 1997
This book proposes several approaches for incorporating assistive technology into school, work, and recreational settings. The authors answer many questions educators and service providers may have about assistive technology assessment, training, implementation, and funding through case studies. More
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Web Accessibility for People With Disabilities
Michael G. Paciello. Oct. 2000
One of the best references we've seen on web accessibility. This book proposes a complete study of the latest standards behind the WWW Consortium's Web Accessibility initiative. It instructs web site administrators and developers how to evaluate the accessibility of their sites and shows precisely how to build accessible user interfaces. If you build web sites, this book is indispensable. More
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