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Wisconsin Assistive Technology Initiative Assistive Technology Checklist Writing Mechanics 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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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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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