ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY

Guidance 379 and 380 are courses designed to provide individualized assistive computer instruction to students with verified disabilities.  Instruction in the use of specialized software and hardware, computer applications, and a variety of mini classes are offered.  These classes are open-entry throughout the semester and may be repeated to a maximum of 16 units each.

Procedure for using this service:

1. Meet with a DSPS Counselor/Advisor to determine if enrollment to Guidance 379 or 380 is appropriate.
2. Complete a Support Services Agreement.
3. The HTC is located in the Learning Resource Center
4. Complete 36 hours of participation to earn one unit of credit. This is an open-entry and can be added throughout the semester

How the High Tech Center can benefit you

VISUAL DIFFICULTIES:

• Screen readers
• Scanner
• Computer screen magnifiers
• Closed Circuit TV magnifiers
• Tactile graphics

KEYBOARD/MOUSE PROBLEMS

• Speech input
• Word prediction
• Joystick/rollerball
• Keypad controls

Computer stations with assistive technologies are available throughout the district campus lab locations. Please contact DSPS on your campus for locations and any other assistance required.

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