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Essentials of Assistive Technologies Albert M. Cook (Professor Emeritus, Communication Sciences and Disorders, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada)

Essentials of Assistive Technologies By Albert M. Cook (Professor Emeritus, Communication Sciences and Disorders, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada)

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Based on the Human Activity Assistive Technology (HAAT) model, this book provides important coverage of the devices, services, and practices that comprise assistive technology and focuses on the relationship between the human user and the assisted activity within specific contexts.

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Essentials of Assistive Technologies Summary

Essentials of Assistive Technologies by Albert M. Cook (Professor Emeritus, Communication Sciences and Disorders, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada)

Master the assistive strategies you need to make confident clinical decisions and help improve the quality of life for people with disabilities with this new essentials text. Based on the Human Activity Assistive Technology (HAAT) model developed by Dr. Cook, the book provides the most important coverage of the devices, services, and practices that comprise assistive technology and focuses on the relationship between the human user and the assisted activity within specific contexts. Case studies, illustrations of assistive devices, review questions, and well-developed learning objectives help you focus on the most important areas of assistive technology application. UNIQUE! OTA focus provides you with the specific information occupational therapy assistants need to know to implement and utilize assistive technologies. Comprehensive coverage includes all areas of assistive technologies. The AT industry A historical perspective on the industry Relevant legislation Issues of professional practice Service delivery in assistive technologies General purpose assistive technologies Specific areas of application for assistive technologies And more Content derived from market leader gives you similar chapters and organization to the Principles text, but has more of a focus on the practical skills and knowledge needed for the implementation of AT.

Essentials of Assistive Technologies Reviews

This book strive to support rehabilitation staff who need practical information about AT, with emphasis on implementing effective systems for consumers in clinical and community settings to facilitate increased independence in activities of daily living...There is a good balance of theory and practice, and for those who wish to focus on theory, the theory has been separated in the text to make it easier to focus on...It is well referenced, with links to aid further research, if required. The reader can also register on-line to the 'Evolve' website to add to the learning experience, with free study tools. Irish Journal of Occupational Therapy, April 2012

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Table of Contents

1. Introduction and Overview 2. A Framework for Assistive Technologies 3. Disabled Human User of Assistive Technologies 4. Seating Systems as Extrinsic Enablers for Assistive Technologies 5. Making the Connection: User Inputs for Assistive Technologies 6. Control Interfaces for Assistive Technologies 7. Computer Access D Augmenting the Keyboard and Mouse 8. Sensory Aids for Persons with Visual Impairments 9. Sensory Aids for Persons with Auditory Impairments 10. Assistive Technologies to Aid Cognitive Function 11. Augmentative and Alternative Communication 12. Technologies That Enable Mobility 13. Technologies for Transportation and Driving 14. Technologies That Aid Manipulation and Control of the Environment

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CIN0323075363G
9780323075367
0323075363
Essentials of Assistive Technologies by Albert M. Cook (Professor Emeritus, Communication Sciences and Disorders, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada)
Used - Good
Paperback
Elsevier - Health Sciences Division
20120127
360
N/A
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