Completely revised and updated to reflect changes in the field, the new edition of this popular text presents a model of a disabled human operator using various assistive technologies. Also included: an overview and historical perspective of the field; special disabilities and the use of assistive technologies; how to derive and measure standards of performance; proper positioning when using assistive devices; and more. New to this edition: a comprehensive glossary; new appendices, including a list of resources and a list of product manufacturers; additional case studies; new illustrations and photographs; and more!

Assistive Technologies: Principles and Practice 2 nd Edition presents information about various assistive technologies used by individuals with disabilities. It offers strong introductory chapters providing a good basic orientation for the reader, giving them a firm grounding in this area.

Features:

• Assistive technology intervention process
• Seating and positioning systems as extrinsic enablers for assistive technologies
• Control interfaces for assistive technologies
• Computers as extrinsic enablers for assistive technologies
• Visual and auditory outputs for assistive technologies
• Augmentative and alternative communication systems
• Technologies for personal and community mobility
• Technologies that aid manipulation and control of the environment
• Sensory aids for persons with visual, auditory or tactile impairments
• Pedagogy: Learning Objectives and Key Terms for each chapter, Study Questions for each chapter, Case Studies throughout the book, Outlines for each chapter

What's New:

• Model of a disabled human operator using the various assistive technologies
• Three new chapters: Contexts of Assistive Technology Application, Outcome Measurement in Assistive Technology, and Legislation and Funding
• Comprehensive glossary, new appendices (including a list of resources and product manufacturers), and additional case studies, illustrations and photographs