ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGIES. PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICE - Tecno-Libro

Based on the Human Activity Assistive Technology (HAAT) model developed by the authors, the book provides detailed coverage of the broad range of devices, services and practices that comprise assistive technology and focuses on the relationship between the human user and the assisted activity within specific contexts.

This new edition has been expanded and updated and features new multimedia components that further demonstrate how to apply the concepts learned to real-world practice.

FEATURES

Human Activity Assistive Technology (HAAT) framework demonstrates assistive technology within common, everyday contexts for more relevant application

Review questions and chapter summaries in each chapter help assess understanding

NEW FEATURES

‘Assistive Technology for Cognitive Augmentation’ chapter gives a foundation in the growing use of assistive technology to enhance human cognitive processes ‘Technologies that Aid Transportation’ looks at the many options of transportation assistance available and helps determine which are right for clients

Separate chapters on sensory aid for visual and auditory impairment provide additional strategies in these key assistive areas

Includes a companion CD-ROM featuring videos of
assessment and device

Evolve resources help test understanding of terms and
concepts

Additional case studies throughout the text
Expanded evidence-based content supports concepts with real-world research data

Additional photographs, illustrations, tables and boxes
provide clear visual references and quick access to
important information