computing @ cmu ranny zhao dahiana jimenez adrian lopez
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Computing @ CMU
Ranny ZhaoDahiana Jimenez
Adrian Lopez
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Describes the degree to which a product is accessible by as many people as possible.
Often used to focus on people with disabilities and their right of access to entities - usually through use of assistive technology.
Accessibility is not to be confused with usability the extent to which a product/device can be used by
specified users to achieve specified goals with effectiveness in a specified context of use.
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Includes adaptive devices for people with disabilities.
The Technology-Related Assistance for Individuals with Disabilities Act of 1988
AT promotes greater independence by enabling people to perform tasks that they were formerly unable to accomplish.
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Conduct business Interact with family and friends Manage health Independence
54 million people nationwide rely on AT daily to improve their quality of life Children/schools Elderly Athletes
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VisionaryBraille
1821 by Louis BrailleGlassesContacts
ImmobilityCanes
Manual WheelchairsElevatorsEscalators
1800s
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Illness or disabilityVision problems
Simple change font size and color for better visibility alternative keyboards scanner and reading software
Limited dexterity voice recognition
hands free Alternative input devices
Cognitive problems Electronic reminders
Personal Digital Assistants (SMS) Programmable keys
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NowElectronic WheelchairsPublic busses accessibility
Through electronic ramps
Drivers with Wheelchair Dependency Independent access to
personal carEnclosed carrier attached to
carEconomic Benefit
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CriticismsAccessibility
Integration into typical operating systemsVoice control/read out loud (Microsoft)
Affordability
• Improvement of technology• Cheaper prices
• Loans of equipment/ technology • Government assistance
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Technology is often created without regard to people with disabilities.
Similar Interests as nondisabled
Growth of Assistive Technology
Think Broader