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A "Standard" Assistive Technology Workstation
Montgomery College:

In an attempt to accommodate as broad a student population as possible and to make college resources accessible to students with disabilities, "standard" assistive technology workstations have been installed in key areas throughout all three campuses of the College. Locations include the libraries, assessment centers, and computer labs. Large monitors are installed in many of the computer classrooms and several are available to be rotated where they are needed each semester. Each computer classroom and lab has an adjustable table. Extensive assistive technology is available in the DSS Learning Center on the Rockville Campus. Specialty items can be purchased as needed for unique needs on all campuses.

Hardware:

  • A workstation with a 21" large monitor to provide a larger display area on the screen for enlarged print needed by low vision students
  • A video magnification system to enlarge printed material
  • A scanner to work with assistive scanning software
  • An adjustable desk to accommodate wheelchair users
  • A trackball to accommodate students who have difficulty in using a mouse
  • A keyboard with an enlarged print overlay for low vision students

Software:

  • Kurzweil 3000 Reading System - software developed mainly to accommodate students with learning disabilities. It also has scanning capability, which is currently being used for students who would benefit from visual and audio input at the same time
  • Zoomtext Xtra - a magnification software for students with low vision
  • JAWS - a screen output software for students who are blind

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Last updated 6/21/02 [merrick]