Site of the Week #3

Adaptive Computers Products

http://www.makoa.org/computers.htm this website is dedicated to offer assistance in finding computer adaptive devices for persons with disabilities. The following are some of the categories included in the site:

• Guides to Adaptive Technologies
• Transparent Hardware Interfaces
• Computer Access Software
• Input Devices/Switches
• Augmentative Communication Devices
• Speech Recognition/Voice Controlled Systems
• Products for the Blind/Visually Impaired
• Possible Funding Sources/Low Cost
• Assistive Technology Programs
• Books to Buy!
• Other

ISBE Standards: Social/Emotional Learning (SEL)

SEL Goal 1 - Develop self-awareness and self-management skills to achieve school and life success.

NETS-T Standards: Social, Ethical, Legal, and Human Issues.

Teachers understand the social, ethical, legal, and human issues surrounding the use of technology in PK-12 schools and apply those principles in practice. Teachers:

1. Model and teach legal and ethical practice related to technology use.
2. Apply technology resources to enable and empower learners with diverse backgrounds, characteristics, and abilities.
3. Identify and use technology resources that affirm diversity
4. Promote safe and healthy use of technology resources.
5. Facilitate equitable access to technology resources for all students.