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: 1. 2. 3. 4. 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