Tech Tools for Learning

What Are Assistive Technologies?

The term "assistive technology" refers to anything that helps you perform a task. For example, you may wear glasses to help you see better. If you sprain your wrist, you may use dictation software like Google Voice Typing to write your papers. If you have dyslexia or your eyes get tired easily, you may use a text reader like Kurzweil 3000 or NaturalReader to have your books read out loud to you. And so on. There are many tech tools that support your unique learning needs.

In this module we give you an overview of the tech tools that are available from the Skyline EAC, and then we will tell you about assistive technologies that are built right into all computers these days.

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EDAC 830 - Introduction to Assistive Computer Technology

Are you new to computers, or just wish you knew more? In this class you will learn about computer technologies that support your own unique learning style. You will learn how to set up a Windows computer so that it's easier to use; get an overview of Microsoft software like Word and PowerPoint; learn about dictation software, text-to-speech readers, and other helpful technologies; and get in-depth training on how to use the Canvas learning management system.