SAS -Adapted Computer Learning Center

The Adapted Computer Learning Center offers:

• Instruction in Adapted Computer Technology for students with disabilities.

• Cognitive Skills Retraining for students with acquired brain injuries or learning disabilities.

Purpose of the Center

• To provide access to adaptive computer systems for persons with disabilities.

• To work with students who have acquired brain injury or learning disabilities to improve their cognitive skills.

• To assist students in the transition to college-level academic and vocational classes

Technology Available in the Adapted Computer Learning Center

Software

• Dragon Naturally Speaking (user speaks in phrases as results are displayed on the screen)

• Inspiration (software for brainstorming and displaying concepts in a mind map format)

• JAWS (screen reading software)

• Kurzweil 3000 (scan and read software to assist persons with reading difficulties)

• ZoomText (screen enlargement program)

• As well as a variety of cognitive skills software used in the Improving Cognitive Skills class.

Alternative Keyboards/Input Devices

• Large Print Keyboards

Devices for Students with Visual Disabilities

• Tactile Graphics Toaster

• CCTV

Miscellaneous

• Adjustable Chairs and Tables

• Big Keys Plus

• Headphones

• High-Speed Scanner

• Network Laser Printers

• Full Internet Access
• Microsoft Office Suite