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Wisconsin Assistive Technology InitiativeAssistive Technology Checklist
WritingMechanics of Writing ß Regular pencil/pen ß Pencil/pen with adaptive grip ß Adapted paper (e.g. raised line, highlighted lines) ß Slantboard ß Use of prewritten words/phrases ß Templates ß Portable word processor to keyboard instead of write ß Computer with word processing software ß Portable scanner with word processing software ß Voice recognition software to word process ß Other:
Computer Access ß Keyboard w/ accessibility options ß Word prediction, abbreviation/expansion to reduce
keystrokes ß Keyguard ß Arm support (e.g. Ergo Rest) ß Track ball/track pad/ joystick w/ on-screen keyboard ß Alternate keyboard (e.g. IntelliKeys, Discover Board, TASH) ß Mouth stick/Head Master/Tracker w/ on-screen keyboard ß Switch with Morse code ß Switch with scanning ß Voice recognition software ß Other:
Composing Written Material ß Word cards/word book/word wall ß Pocket dictionary/thesaurus ß Writing templates ß Electronic/talking electronic dictionary/thesaurus/spell
checker (e.g.Franklin Speaking Homework Wiz) ß Word processing w/ spell checker/grammar checker ß Talking word processing ß Abbreviation/expansion ß Word processing w/ writing support ß Multimedia software ß Voice recognition software ß Other:
Communication ß Communication board/book w/pictures/objects/letters/words ß Eye gaze board/frame ß Simple voice output device (e.g. BIGmack, Cheap Talk,
Voice in a Box, MicroVoice,Talk. Picture Frame) ß Voice output device w/ levels (e.g. 6 Level Voice in a Box,
Macaw, Digivox) ß Voice output device w/ icon sequencing (e.g. AlphaTalker
II, Vanguard, Chatbox) ß Voice output device w/ dynamic display (e.g. Dynavox,
Speaking Dynamically w/ laptop computer/Freestyle) ß Device w/ speech synthesis for typing (e.g. Cannon
Communicator, Link, Write:Out Loud w/ laptop) ß Other:
Reading, Studying, and Math Reading ß Standard text ß Predictable books ß Changes in text size, spacing, color, background color ß Book adapted for page turning (e.g. page fluffers, 3-ring
binder) ß Use of pictures/symbols with text (e.g. Picture It, Writing
with Symbols 2000) ß Talking electronic device/software to pronounce
challenging words (e.g. Franklin Speaking Homework Wiz, American Heritage Dictionary)
ß Single word scanners (e.g. Seiko Reading Pen) ß Scanner w/ OCR and talking word processor ß Electronic books ß Other:
Learning/Studying ß Print or picture schedule ß Low tech aids to find materials (e.g. index tabs, color coded
folders) ß Highlight text (e.g. markers, highlight tape, ruler, etc.) ß Recorded material (books on tape, taped lectures with
number coded index, etc.) ß Voice output reminders for assignments, steps of task, etc. ß Electronic organizers ß Pagers/electronic reminders ß Single word scanners ß Hand-held scanners ß Software for concept development/manipulation of objects
(e.g. Blocks in Motion, Toy Store) - may use alternate input device, e.g. switch, touch window
ß Software for organization of ideas and studying (e.g.Inspiration,Claris Works Outline,PowerPoint)
ß Palm computers ß Other:
Math ß Abacus/ Math Line ß Enlarged math worksheets ß Low tech alternatives for answering ß Math “Smart Chart” ß Money calculator and Coinulator ß Tactile/voice output measuring devices ß Talking watches/clocks ß Calculator /calculator with print out ß Calculator with large keys and/or large display ß Talking calculator ß Calculator with special features (e.g. fraction translation) ß On-screen/scanning calculator ß Alternative keyboard (e.g. IntelliKeys) ß Software with cueing for math computation (may use
adapted input methods) ß Software for manipulation of objects ß Voice recognition software ß Other:
Reed, P. & Walser, P. (2000), adapted from Lynch & Reed (1997), Wisconsin Assistive Technology Initiative Rev. 9/00
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Wisconsin Assistive Technology InitiativeAssistive Technology Checklist
Recreation & Leisure ß Toys adapted with Velcro™, magnets, handles, etc. ß Toys adapted for single switch operation ß Adaptive sporting equipment (e.g. lighted or beeping ball) ß Universal cuff /strap to hold crayons, markers, etc. ß Modified utensils (e.g. rubber stamps, brushes, etc.) ß Ergo Rest or other arm support for drawing/painting ß Electronic aids to control TV, VCR, CD player, etc. ß Software to complete art activities ß Games on the computer ß Other computer software ß Other:
Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) ß Nonslip materials to hold things in place ß Universal cuff/strap to hold items in hand ß Color coded items for easier locating and identifying ß Adaptive eating utensils (e.g. foam handles, deep sides) ß Adaptive drinking devices (e.g. cup with cut out rim) ß Adaptive dressing equipment (e.g. button hook, elastic
shoe laces, Velcro™ instead of buttons, etc.) ß Adaptive devices for hygiene (e.g. adapted toothbrushes,
raised toilet seat, etc.) ß Adaptive bathing devices ß Adaptive equipment for cooking ß Other:
Mobility ß Walker ß Grab bars and rails ß Manual wheelchair including sports chair ß Powered mobility toy (e.g. Cooper Car, GoBot) ß Powered scooter or cart ß Powered wheelchair w/ joystick or other control ß Adapted vehicle for driving ß Other:
Control of the Environment ß Light switch extension ß Use of interface and switch to activate battery operated
devices ß Use of interface and switch to turn on electrical appliances
(e.g. radio, fan, blender, etc.)ß Radio/ultra sound to remotely control appliances ß Use of electronic aid to daily living to control environment in
connection with an augmentative communication device ß Other:
Positioning & Seating ß Non-slip surface on chair to prevent slipping (e.g. Dycem) ß Bolster, rolled towel, blocks for feet ß Adapted/alternate chair, sidelyer, stander ß Custom fitted wheelchair or insert ß Other:
Vision ß Eye glasses ß Magnifier ß Large print books ß CCTV (closed circuit television) ß Screen magnifier (mounted over screen) ß Screen magnification software ß Screen color contrast ß Screen reader, text reader ß Braille translation software ß Braille printer ß Enlarged or Braille/tactile labels for keyboard ß Alternate keyboard with enlarged keys ß Braille keyboard and note taker ß Other:
Hearing ß Pen and paper ß Computer/portable word processor ß TDD for phone access with or without relay ß Signaling device (e.g. flashing light or vibrating pager) ß Closed Captioning ß Real Time captioning ß Computer aided note taking ß Screen flash for alert signals on computer ß Phone amplifier ß Personal amplification system/Hearing aid ß FM or Loop system ß Infrared system ß Other:
Comments:
Reed, P. & Walser, P. (2000), adapted from Lynch & Reed (1997), Wisconsin Assistive Technology Initiative Rev. 9/00