Module 4 - Assistive Technology for Computer Access (P.2 of 10)
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Case Study

The following case studies depict people with various disabilities that will benefit from the technology presented in this section. Review these scenarios before proceeding. While learning about AT for computer access, keep these scenarios in mind and think about how the AT presented could be applied to these individuals. At the end of this section, these case studies will be revisited with possible solutions explained.

Case Study: Pedro

Pedro is a graduate student at State University. Pedro has been diagnosed with Glaucoma, which classifies him as Legally Blind (Visual acuity of 20/200 or worse). Pedro has called you to see how you may assist him with increasing his ability to use computers. He has a good working knowledge of computers and possesses very good keyboarding skills. However, he is unable to see small objects on a computer screen and thus cannot verify what he has typed. What can Pedro use to help him access computer output?

Case Study: William

William is a student with multiple disabilities. He has a physical disability that prevents him from grasping a pencil due to the pencil's small diameter. This physical disability also causes him to fatigue quickly when writing. William also has dyslexia, making writing a difficult and taxing cognitive task. What assistive technology can William use to improve his ability to complete writing assignments?

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