#01 - Adaptive and Assistive Technologies Annotation

Larson, G. M. (2000, November 14) Synapse Adaptive: Wired to Work
[Online]. Available: http://www.office.com/global/0,2724,555-20756_1,FF.html [2001, January 30]

A Company changes in philosophy and direction due to a debilitating illness reinforced the ideas of Marty Tibor of Synapse Adaptive to develop solutions to help handicapped individuals. Tibor pursued, and developed improved technology, which is adaptable to several different operating systems. By focusing on the individual disabled worker, compatible solutions were designed to benefit each unique requirement, thus allowing job performance equal to non-disabled workers in many disciplines. Speech recognition programs and appropriate personal training have allowed disabled professionals the opportunity to compete and be successful in a non-disabled environment.

#02 - Adaptive and Assistive Technologies Annotation

Goldscheider, E. (2000, January) Oh, Say, can UC how this works? Boston Globe
[Online].Available:http://www.synapseadaptive.com/articles/pdf/boston_globe_2K_lr.pdf [2001, January 29]

The author demonstrates the often-dark humorous and painfully frustrating side of voice-recognition software technology. The author reinforces the importance of sequential training for the user and the computer software program. He composes the article using the adaptive and assertive technology program from Dragon Naturally Speaking. The author candidly admitted to “cheating a bit”, but 95 % of the article was written via the software.
 

 #03 - Adaptive and Assistive Technologies Annotation

A collaborative project between the DATI and TAP, both of which are funded by grants from the National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research of the U.S. Department of Education. (1998,October 5) What’s for Dinner? Independent living tips for cooking and dining. [Online] Available: http://www.asel.udel.edu/dati/dinner.html [ 2001, January 30]

Basic food preparation, cooking techniques and table settings are taken for granted by non-disabled persons. The adaptive procedures with appropriate assertive alternatives are explained in detail with references to sources for more information. The assertive technology advice consists of primarily adapting and improving the use of common kitchen tools and appliances. Suggestions for specifically designed service equipment accompanied by safety recommendations is further discussed.
 

#04 - Adaptive and Assistive Technologies Annotation

Chronicle, S. P. (2000,Wednesday, July 26) Building Independence: High-tech devices have revolutionized disabled people's lives San Francisco Chronicle [Online].Available:http://www.sfgate.com/cgibin/article.cgi?file=/chronicle/archive/
2000/07/26/BU5955.DTL [ 2001, January 30]

The implementation of the American disabilities act in 1990 revitalized the ideas of assistive technology. The spin-offs for compliance from the new law have inspired a tremendous growth market of user-friendly products for disabled combined with science and technology. Business have evolved and grown to accommodate a virtually untapped consumer audience. The article further chronologically lists the major accomplishments in assistive and adaptive technologies.
 

#05 - Adaptive and Assistive Technologies Annotation

Beaulieu, L. (2001, January) Intelligent Kitchen Tools. The National Culinary Review, 38,39. [2001, January 30]

Advances in assistive technology in the last 50 years have made the professional kitchen more efficient and user friendly. The current dining trends of healthier and lighter foods has stimulated a tremendous growth in the design and production of energy-efficient appliances. Computerized appliances such as; induction cook tops and fryers, convection steamers and ovens offer a wide variety of cooking options for the professional chef to satisfy the desires of today’s knowledgeable consumer.
 
 

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