Assistive Technologies: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools, and Applications
Author | : Management Association, Information Resources |
Publisher | : IGI Global |
Total Pages | : 1724 |
Release | : 2013-08-31 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781466644236 |
ISBN-13 | : 1466644230 |
Rating | : 4/5 (36 Downloads) |
Book excerpt: Individuals with disabilities often have difficulty accomplishing tasks, living independently, and utilizing information technologies; simple aspects of daily life taken for granted by non-disabled individuals. Assistive Technologies: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools, and Applications presents a comprehensive collection of research, developments, and knowledge on technologies that enable disabled individuals to function effectively and accomplish otherwise impossible tasks. These volumes serve as a crucial reference source for experts in fields as diverse as healthcare, information science, education, engineering, and human-computer interaction, with applications bridging multiple disciplines.