COMPUTER ACCESS SUPPORTS
Keyguard - these could come in either plastic or metal and are placed over regular keyboards. There are little holes around each of the keys so the students have access to keyboard underneath. The purpose for this device is for the students to have places to rest their hands on the keyboard without pressing the wrong keys while doing so. Many students tend to rest their hands on the keyboard and often accidentally press different keys with their hands, in which could become frustrating; therefore a keyguard is the best solution.
For more information: http://www.sess.ie/resources/assistive-technology-tools-and-applications-2
For more information: http://www.sess.ie/resources/assistive-technology-tools-and-applications-2
Alternate Keyboard - this one-handed keyboard is created for students who only have functional use in one hand. This keyboard includes, alternative layouts and also the keys are closer than a standard keyboard for easier access.
For more information: http://www.enableireland.ie/products-technology/types-of-at/computers/alternative-keyboards
For more information: http://www.enableireland.ie/products-technology/types-of-at/computers/alternative-keyboards
BIGtrack - this device has right and left mouse click buttons behind the trackball so students do not accidentally click the mouse more than they had intended to. This device definitely reduces the students' frustration because they will avoid the unwanted mouse clicks that occur with a standard mouse. This particular device is bigger than the standard trackball BIGtrack, therefore it also requires less fine motor control.
For more information: http://abilityhub.com/mouse/trackball.htm
For more information: http://abilityhub.com/mouse/trackball.htm