Assistive Technology in the Workplace: Case Study Videos

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This video series is captioned for the hearing impaired.

This dvd was reviewed in the Occupational Therapy in Health Care, Vol. 20(2) 2006. For full review ...

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The Center for Assistive Technology and Environmental Access (CATEA), in conjunction with United Cerebral Palsy, produced a series of videos that are case study based that feature ways assistive technology has helped to create successful employment for people with disabilities. For the first time, all seven of the videos have been combined into a series on a single DVD or VHS. Case studies included in this video are:

Assistive Technology for Learning Disabilities. In this case study, information regarding leaning disabilities and their effects on employment related tasks are explored. Christopher Lee is featured as a professional who has used AT to overcome various workplace challenges encountered because of his learning disability.

Alternative and Augmentative Communications in the Workplace. This video case study features Sam Creech, a gentleman who has Cerebral Palsy with significant speech deficits. Mr. Creech uses computer technology to create speech output as a means of communicating with fellow employees and customers. The case study explores many of the issues Mr. Creech confronts during his workday.

Assistive Technology in Office Settings. This video features two case studies: (1) The first case study illustrates accommodations made for a Customer Service Representative with a severe visual impairment, who works in a large call center for a bank. (2) The second case study reviews technology and strategies utilized by a Construction Project Manager with a spinal cord injury and vocal cord damage, during his training and his return to work.

Assistive Technology in Production Settings. This video features two case studies. (1) The first case study illustrates accommodations made for a Television/VCR repairman and small business owner, who is an incomplete quadriplegic. (2) The second case study illustrates a Picture Frame Restorer with a form of arthritis that cases pain in her cervical, thoracic and lumber spines.

Assistive Technology in Food Service Settings. This video features Richard Saab, a cold chef with paraplegia. This case study reviews accommodations made in a fast paced restaurant so that Mr. Saab could continue working in the field of his choice.

Table of Contents

Part 1. Assistive Technology for Learning Disabilities

Part 2. Alternative and Augmentative Communications in the Workplace

Part 3. Assistive Technology in Office Settings

Part 4. Assistive Technology in Production Settings

Part 5. Assistive Technology in Food Service Settings