Sunday, October 12, 2014

Computer Accessibility

Microsoft and Macintosh computers offer a wide variety of features that can be modified to best meet user needs. Computers offer excellent flexibility for users with disabilities by allowing different options for mouse use, keyboard repeat rates, and voice recognition options. Students with disabilities that affect fine motor skills such as cerebral palsy can benefit from customizable options to the keyboard and mouse. Accommodations on computers also enable students who have cognitive disabilities that make it difficult to express their thoughts in writing capable of speaking to the computer in order to complete assignments. This technology can be highly motivating for students because it allows them to experience the positive feelings of accomplishment and success that come with completing work. 

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