Assessing Student's Needs for Assistive Technology (ASNAT)

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Chapter 3 – Assistive Technology for Writing ♦ Keyboarding instead of writing by hand In addition to the low tech ideas described above, the computer can be an exceptionally effective tool to support students who are struggling with writing. Whether using portable word processors or a full functioning computer, they offer the opportunity to change letters, words, sentences, and paragraphs easily and quickly while allowing a clean, attractive and readable end product. There are a wide variety of word processors available that can be matched to the cognitive and perceptual abilities of the student as well. A number of them should be reviewed before purchasing one. If you are not familiar with portable word processors, the review of these lightweight, inexpensive products on the next three pages will be of help to you. These are followed by several descriptions of computer-based word processors that represent the range of available programs. Assessing Students’ Needs for Assistive Technology (2004) 82
Chapter 3 – Assistive Technology for Writing Portable Word Processors If you are looking for increased computer access for students with disabilities but need to keep costs down, you may want to consider purchasing some portable word processors that interface with a computer. These portable word processors are lightweight (2.2 lbs. or less) and extremely inexpensive (under $400) when compared to a laptop computer. There are many portable word processors available, however here is information on some of our favorites that you might want to consider. They are very similar, but each has slight differences in features that you will want to consider when purchasing. AlphaSmart 3000 The AlphaSmart 3000 is sold by AlphaSmart, Inc. It allows you to enter and edit text, then send it to any computer for formatting or directly to a printer. The AlphaSmart 3000’s SmartApplet architecture is capable of extending its functionality with the addition of applets for keyboarding, templates, word prediction and more. It stores approximately 100 pages of single-spaced text in 8 files, includes cut/copy/paste and a built-in 70,000 word spell checker. It saves your text, and your place in the text, even when you turn off the keyboard. You never have to worry about losing a file. It weighs less than 2 lbs and has the capacity to print directly to a variety of printers. It can export files directly to any computer (Mac – IIGS or later). It takes about 7 minutes to export each file. It is the easiest to use of the portable word processors we have tried and runs about 700 hours on 3 AA batteries. The AlphaSmart 3000 has several features that are useful to students with disabilities, including sticky keys, show keys, auto-repeat control, and four keyboard layouts: QWERTY, left handed, right handed, and Dvorak. The AlphaSmart 3000 is now able to run SmartApplets (mini software applications that can be downloaded to extend the functionality). Applets now available for the AlphaSmart 3000 include: Co:Writer ® SmartApplet – which provides word-prediction, KeyWords SmartApplet – full-instructional keyboarding program and typing tutor, AlphaQuiz SmartApplet – used to design and store quizzes on a computer and administer the quizzes on a AlphaSmart 3000 and the Inspiration Outliner SmartApplet – which allows creation of outlines. SmartApplets average around $40 for single user license. Dreamwriter The DreamWriter line of portable word processors are available from Branium Technologies, Inc. They currently are featuring 3 different models of portable word processors. The DreamMax by Brainium Technologies provides fast and portable word processing with a Windows CE 3.0 device that runs a multitude of applications including word processing, spreadsheets, and Internet browsing. The DreamMax is 802.11b wireless compatible with PS/2, serial and USB ports. It has an 8 inch color display and offers instant power-on capabilities. The DreamWriter 450 is designed for younger students just beginning to learn keyboarding and features word processing, built-in dictionary and thesaurus capabilities. The DreamWriter 500 is a full-featured work processor with a laptop design and a backlit screen adjustable for 8 or 16 line displays. This model also includes a floppy drive for easy transfer of work. Assessing Students’ Needs for Assistive Technology (2004) 83
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