Computers and the Americans with Disabilities Act: A Manager's Guide Book

	Foreword
	Author's note
	Introduction
1	Overview of available technology	1
2	Adaptive technologies for the visually impaired	15
3	Optical character recognition for visually impaired users	47
4	Large-print screen programs	61
5	Adaptive technology for the hearing-impaired	77
6	Adaptive technology for the speech-impaired	92
7	Adaptive technology for motor skill impairments	101
8	Keyboards, trackballs, & special switches	126
9	Speech recognition	165
10	Learning-disabled or cognitive adaptive technology	175
11	Training for disabled workers	185
12	Information access & electronic databases	198
13	Multiple or severe disabilities	209
14	Telecommuting	216
15	Procedural, social, & community aspects of hiring the disabled	236
16	Making your business accessible	252
	App. A The importance of planning	265
	App. B Telecommunications primer for managers	269
	App. C Shareware	277
	App. D ADA message from the former U.S. Attorney General	284
	App. E ADA compliance dates	285
	App. F Professional services for the disabled	287
	App. G Special needs service organizations	310
	App. H Government ADA compliance assistance centers	317
	App. I Federal employment assistance programs	331
	App. J Full text of the Americans with Disabilities Act	384
	Index	427