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Assistive Technology for Public Computers December 10, 2009Audio is only available by calling this number:Conference Call: 866-740-1260; Access Code: 6339392

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Assistive Technology for Public ComputersPresenters: Jane Vincent, AMLS

Center for Accessible Technology

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Today’s Speakers

Kami GriffithsTechSoup

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Jane VincentCenter for Accessible Technology

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What is assistive technology?

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What is assistive computer technology?

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Assistive Technology and the Law• Federal, state/municipal, and private

entities in the US covered by different laws

• Key concepts (Title II):– Equality of opportunity– Reasonable modifications– Personal services and devices

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First Steps Towards Effective Implementation• Research your users

• Talk to your users

• Involve your users

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Categories of Technology Relevance• Pretty much always

– No/low cost, relevant to a general population

• Sometimes– Relevant to the local population,

moderate cost

• Seldom if ever– Expensive, often fragile, relevant to only

a few people, difficult to implement

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Pretty much always

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Sometimes

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Seldom if ever

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Assistive Technology Stories

(Sorenson VRS)

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Funding Strategies

• Budget

• Friends

• Recycled/donated equipment

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Minimizing “hidden” costs

• Conflicts

• Maintenance

• Support

• Training

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Maximizing staff training

• Think like a librarian

• Document, document, document

• Use flow charts

• Involve your users

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Websites—Library Specific

• ASCLA Accessibility Tip Sheets• No Grant Needed! Cheap and Easy

Accommodations for People with Disabilities

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Websites

• ASCLA Accessibility Tip Sheets• Abledata• Association of Assistive Technology

Act Programs• Access on Main Street

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Thanks!

Jane Vincent, AMLSUsability/Accessibility ManagerCenter for Accessible TechnologyBerkeley, CA jbvincent@cforat.orgwww.cforat.org

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Questions?

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Get the Most Out of TechSoup

• At TechSoup, you’ll find a range of technology services to help your nonprofit:

– Read helpful articles in our Learning Center– Request donated software, hardware, and

online services– Join our community forums to learn from

your colleagues– Browse upcoming events and conferences

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