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ACCESS-TECH
CENTER
People with a
vision impairment face a significant obstacle when it comes to
using a computer and most other types of informational
technology. The fact is that the average computer
requires vision to see what is on the monitor. This
hurdle can be overcome with a variety of accessible technology
options, using both software programs and hardware devices.
Our
ACCESS-Tech Center is an open resource room where consumers of
A.V.R.E. can come to try out the latest accessible technology,
to practice adaptive computer skills, prepare a resume', and
conduct a job search.
In
ACCESS-Tech, we currently have seven computer stations.
The computers are equipped with a variety of accessible
software programs and hardware devices, and are
internet-connected.
Software
includes applications that magnify text on the monitor screen,
read text with voice output, and allow voice activation
control of the computer and dictation. Hardware includes
refreshable Braille displays (a tactile device that has small
pins that move up and down to create the words shown on the
screen) and adapted keyboards that have Brailled keys or large
keys with high contrast colors.
ACCESS-Tech
also has a variety of Closed Circuit Televisions (CCTV), a
number of portable video magnifiers, a range of information
management devices (recording, scanning and note-taking), two
Braille embossers (printers that create raised Braille dots),
and a variety of devices that use Global Position Systems
(GPS), or satellite guidance, to provide additional guidance
to blind travelers.
A
curriculum is being developed that will match participants
with adaptive technology that is tailored to their needs, and
will provide appropriate instruction in the use of that
technology that will enable participants to make informed
decisions as to the best type for their needs.
For more information about our ACCESS-Tech Center, or to
request
a tour,
please contact Rick McCarthy, Director of Program Services,
at 607-724-2428.
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