Elboni

Tuesday, January 12, 2016

Distant Technology Preview

Distant Technology
Dr. Bellel
Spring 2016
Ms. Elboni Todd

Thursday, April 30, 2015

Eyejot Introduction

Monday, April 6, 2015

#16 Context of Work Pros and Cons

1) Describe the vocational activities and related skills that can be aided by assistive technologies

It is when you have a good understanding of the referral and intake procedures of vocational rehabilitation agencies. The individuals must understand the counselors role and must be available to the counselor, They must agree on all course of actions. The only bad part is what if the individual does not have any goals.

2) Describe the influence of the physical, social, cultural, and institutional contexts on the use of assistive technologies in the workplace

The communication process, focusing on the workplace, the use outside of the office, given and receiving information whether it is oral and written and having access to all information in the workplace. The bad part would be discrimination

3) Understand the role of the assistive technology practitioner in addressing the vocational goals of the person with a disability

To make sure the individual has a goal and be successful with completing it (motivation) and the bad part would be preventing others from achieving their goals

4) Understand the unique attributes of the assessment and implementation of assistive technologies in the vocational setting

Completing all technology assessments and be accepting to the employer. They should be considerate and always plan a goal because training is very important

5) List the major assistive technologies that are used in vocational setting

They are physical, social, institutional and cultural context. Sensory and motor skills are also important.

6) Describe strategies for implementing assistive technologies in the workplace

The trial period will see if the individual is successful. Training is very important and will help the individual achieve all goals that is planned.

7) Identify outcome measures that are useful to evaluate the outcome of assistive technology intervention in the workplace

They should seek answers to accommodation questions and multidisciplinary effort and collaboration. Postural support and a range of workplace accommodations are needed.

# 16 Questions

Question # What skills are required to ensure success in reading?

Answer in your own words: Motor skills (positioning and handling materials) and Sensory abilities

Question # What is meant by reasonable accommodation in the workplace?

Answer in your own words: It is when people make sure all work places where individuals with disabilities can work and be safe and comfortable

Question # Who might be part of a team involved in job accommodation?

Answer in your own words: A certified counselor, vocational rehabilitation agencies

Question # What is the role of the vocational rehabilitation counselor?

Answer in your own words: To help people identify their goals and develop a plan for it to be successful

Question # What tasks are important in communication related work activities?

Answer in your own words: Writing, Reading and Conversation

Context of Work #16 Glossary of Terms

Bidding Process – who is the cheapest company to get items from (vendors)

Essential Functions – job duties that are very important (complete all)

Individual Plan for Employment – a plan set up for people to get a job

Qualified Individual With a Disability – a person that has skills; education needed for a job with or without reasonable accommodation ( must have expierences)

Reasonable Accommodation – qualified people trying to do a task

Undue Hardship – situation that requires difficulties or expenses (resources)

Vocational Rehabilitation Agencies – places that are funded by the state or federal that provides training to individuals (plan)

Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor – a certified individual that helps achieve goals (training, jobs, schooling)

Context in the Classroom# 15 Pros and Cons

1) Describe the context in which assistive technologies are applied in education

It is implied with both social, institutional, physical and cultural context. It is designed to help children with disabilities so that they can meet all their needs. It is also designed for students to be included in the regular classroom setting. They have resource specialist that provides them with support . The only bad part is that sometimes a resource specialist is not available.

2) List the major assistive technologies that are used in educational settings

There are some major assistive technologies that are used in the classroom setting. Reading requires motor, sensory and cognitive skills. Cognitive tasks are associated with literacy. The conversion between print and electronic forms and between visual, audible and tactile formats can be aided by assistive technologies. Writing also requires motor, sensory and cognitive skills; motor skills are associated with reading and positioning materials. Sensory skills are primarily used for what is being written.

3) Describe how assistive technologies are used in the classroom to facilitate learning

There are no specific formula for the development of learning. Most strategies are based on observation, expierences and consultation with other team members. One approach is a technology integration plan, which aids a student to make a daily schedule plan and be successful with it.

4) List the major technological approaches used to assist individuals who have learning disabilities

The Individual Education Plan (IEP); Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA); Resource Specialist; Learning Styles; Technology Integration Plan; Electronic Aides to Daily Living (EADL).

5) Describe how soft technologies are used in education to enhance the use of hard technologies

It is done by training and strategies. It helps meet the needs of students, parents and all family members. The most important factor is how the technology is used to help all goals.

Context in the Classroom# 15 Questions

Question # List the components that make up a student workstation?

Answer in your own words: Productive software, programs for skill acquisition for specific activities and oral communications

Question # What social factors may affect the use of assistive technology in the classroom?

Answer in your own words: Access barriers and the use of environmental adaptions

Question # What cultural factors may affect the use of assistive technology in the classroom?

Answer in your own words: Identification of learners, natural abilities, knowledge skills and capability assessments

Question # How does learning styles affect the success of assistive technologies in the classroom?

Answer in your own words: Organization in the classroom settings, talking with peers

Question # List four factors that affect the physical context for the learner?

Answer in your own words: How can the student learn, who can assist in the learning process, what information or technology is needed and how can the student participate.