Recent Acquisitions
Books
- APPLIED WORKPLACE ERGONOMICS MANUAL. 2001.
- ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY : An Introductory Guide for K-12 Library Media Specialists. 2004.
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This book is a guide that will assist K-12 library media specialists and others
who are unfamiliar with assistive technology or have limited knowledge about AT.
The book presents topics related to inclusion and accessibility, information about
categories of assistive technology, and online resources.
Author(s):
1. Hopkins, Janet - CHARLIE WHO COULDN’T SAY HIS NAME. 2004.
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Charlie can’t say the sounds in his name, but after help from the Speech Therapist
and practice, he is able to say them correctly. Author(s):
1. Fahy, Davene - CHILDREN WITH VISUAL IMPAIRMENTS : A parent’s guide. 2006.
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This revised edition is an essential information and advice for parents of children
who are blind, legally blind, or have low vision. This second edition incorporates
much of the new knowledge that has become available in the past ten years. Important
information about new legal regulations related to educational services and best
practices in advocacy for children with disabilities is included.
Author(s):
1. Holbrook, M.Cay, ed. - THE DIGITAL READER : Using E-books in K-12 Education. 2006.
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The rapidly increasing availability and low cost of e-book technology make it perfect
for teachers and school libraries looking to expand their resources for readers.
This book introduces the many unique features that make e-books such a powerful,
effective tool for learning. Complete with descriptions and illustrations of the
most popular e-book programs and resources, this book gives both a functional understanding
of the technology and practical ideas for using e-books for reading instruction,
curricular enrichment, and special needs teaching.
Author(s):
1. Cavanaugh, Terence W. - DRAGON NATURALLY SPEAKING 4.0 FOR DUMMIES. 1999.
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Author(s):
1. Kay, David
2. Muder, Doug - DRIVER REHABILITATION ACROSS AGE AND DISABILITY : An Occupational Therapy Guide. 2006.
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This book, a concise, practical learning tool, will raise the awareness of the skill
of driving as an activity of daily living and of the skills of occupational therapy
driver rehabilitation specialists.
Author(s):
1. Redepenning, Sue - FUNDAMENTALS OF OFFICE ERGONOMICS. 2004.
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Author(s):
1. Budnick, Peter, Ed. - THE UNIVERSALLY DESIGNED CLASSROOM : Accessible curriculum and digital technologies. 2005.
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The articles in this collection - written during the past four years at the National
Center on Accessing the General Curriculum (NCAC) and updated for this volume -
are divided into two parts. The first part covers broad conceptual topics and findings,
including Univeral Design for Learning, an evolving understanding of curriculum
and curriculum access, and legislative/policy changes affecting special and general
education.
The second half of the collection addresses specific applications of UDL and digital media to support students in accessing and succeeding in the general education curriculum.
Author(s):
1. Rose, David H., ed
2. Meyer, Anne, ed.
3. Hitchcock, Chuck, ed.
Videos
CD-ROMs
- ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY EXPLORATION CENTER: Communication Technology Lab. 2004.
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The Comunication Technology lab presents 13 categories of technology for communication.
There are 4 areas to explore: expressive communication devices, communication skill
building and vocal play, communication software, and assistive listening and voice
amplifiers.
Author(s):
1. Fleming, Jo
2. Fleming, Barney
3. Kleinert, Jane
Contact the librarian to gain access to these, and other, library holdings.
Updated December 2006
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