Chabot College
Fall 2004
Replaced Fall 2010
Course Outline for Computer Application Systems 102
INTRODUCTION TO ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY
Catalog Description:
102 Introduction to Assistive Technology
(May be repeated three times.)
1-3 units
Instructor led self-paced lab course in assistive technology using screen reader, scan and read,
speech recognition, and screen enlargement software programs. Designed for students with
disabilities, based on their individual needs. 3-9 hours laboratory.
[Typical contact hours: 52.5 – 157.5]
Prerequisite Skills:
None
Expected Outcomes for Students:
Upon completion of the course the student should be able to:
1. use screen reading, speech recognition and screen enlargement software;
2. use scan/read software;
a. to scan a document
b. in note taking
c. dictionary
d. bookmarks
e. save material on CD, diskette, or tape
3. use assistive technology in accessing the Internet.
Course Content:
1. Assistive technology
a. screen reading software
b. speech recognition software
c. screen enlargement software
d. scan and read software
2. Adaptive technologies appropriate to each student’s specific need
3. Internet use through assistive technology
Methods of Presentation:
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Instructor led self-paced small groups or individualized instruction
Small group discussion
Demonstrations
Hands-on practice
Assignments and Methods of Evaluating Student Progress:
1. Typical Assignments
a. Complete assignments successfully from handouts
b. Take short quizzes monthly in the prescribed assistive technology program
2. Methods of Evaluating Student Progress
a. Final project
b. Completion of 3 books scanned and read
c. Quizzes and final examination
Chabot College
Course Outline for Computer Application Systems 102, Page 2
Fall 2004
Textbook(s) (Typical):
Dragon Naturally Speaking, Southwestern Publishing Company, 2002
Special Student Materials:
1. Portable storage device
2. Headset for dictation
Jane C. Berg 09/10/03 Effec F2004