DSKL 817 Assistive Computer Access with CRER 121

Location: Business Microcomputer Lab, Bldg. 12 Room 79

Topics to be covered

Using Kurzweil to read text (textbooks, instructional materials, web pages)
Using Kurzweil to write and proofread documents
Assistive Technology Lab services
Alternate Media formats and requests
Dragon NaturallySpeaking (voice recognition)
Other Assistive Technology hardware and software

Requirements

Class attendance 56 points
Assignments 40 points
Dragon Assignment 4 points

80 points are required to receive credit. This is a short class (8 meetings). You are encouraged to attend all classes in order to get all the information. If you miss 2 classes, you will be dropped.

Class materials will be provided.

Student Learning Outcomes

Student will configure assistive technology to meet individual needs.
Student will use assistive technology to access course materials.
Student will demonstrate using assistive technology to access the Internet.
Student will demonstrate using assistive technology to access computer applications.

Open Lab Hours

The Assistive Technology Center is open Monday through Thursday from 8:00 am until 3:00 pm, Tuesdays until 7:30 pm and Fridays 8:00 - 12:00. There are classes held in part of the lab in the mornings so please check the posted schedule for available times. To use the lab, please register in DSKL 880 (no cost) CRN 90660. Log in and out each time you use the lab. Please see Carolyn, Sue or Patty for lab procedures.

Staff

Carolyn Fiori (fiori@smccd.edu)
Professor, Assistive Computer Technology Specialist
Office: Bldg. 16 Room 151
Phone: 574-6432

Sue Roseberry (roseberrys@smccd.edu) T, TH, F
Patty Flores (floresp@smccd.edu) M,W
Instructional Aides, Alternate Media Service Provider
Office: Bldg. 16 Room 151
Phone: 574-6698