Technology Expo 29th November 2002

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Technology Expo 29th November 2002

• Presenter
• Greg Killeen
• Session Topic
• How to Survive and Succeed in Using Technology in
  the Education and Employment Environment.

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Introduction

• Education and employment
• Technology I Use
• work
• home

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Education

• Education
• Sydney TAFE - 1988 to 1991
• Commonwealth Rehabilitation Service CRS
• taxi fares
• books
• note takers/assistants
• Macintosh Computer, printer and modem
• user-friendly - trackball sticky keys

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Technology I use

• Work
• Telephone
• Computer
• Home
• Telephone
• Computer
• Environmental Control Units ECUs

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Technology at work

• Telephone
• GN Netcom Ellipse cordless headset
• Computer
• Internet keyboard
• Trackball
• Sticky keys
• Shortcuts

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Technology at home

• Telephone
• handsfree speaker phone
• portable cordless speaker phone Sanyo Tebura
• environmental control units ECU
• Simplicity, X-10 Computer Interface, X-10
  Modules, Eon3 8-in-1 remote control

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Technology at home cont..

• Computer
• Hardware
• internet keyboard
• trackball/mouse
• Software
• speech recognition
• utilities and shortcuts

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Technology at home cont..

• Keyboard - MS Intellitype Pro
• Hotkeys
• Email
• web/homepage
• favourites
• search
• calculator
• My Computer

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Technology at home cont..

• Mouse/trackball -Kensington Expert Mouse
• programmable buttons
• snap to feature

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Technology at home cont..

• Speech recognition -
• Dragon Natural Speaking Professional
• GN Netcom
• Ellipse cordless headset

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Technology at home cont..

• Environmental Control Units ECUs
• What is an ECU?
• How does an ECU control things?
• Types of ECUs and how they are operated
• What can an ECU control?
• What are the benefits?

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What is an ECU?

• An ECU is a device that will enable a person to
  control various electronic products, lights and
  appliances.
• Not a Gizmo or Gadget
• Tool to independence

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Eon3 8 in 1 Remote Control

• Controlled directly via the buttons
• 2 Macro buttons 14 functions each
• Controls lights and appliances using infrared and
  radio frequency X-10 modules transceiver

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X-10 modules

• Each electrical product needs an X-10 module

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Simplicity ECU

• Controlled via voice through a microphone or by
  switch
• Controls lights and appliances using infrared,
  X-10 modules, direct cable and has a built-in
  telephone

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What can an ECU control? Simplicity ECU
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Simplicity video
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What are the benefits of using an ECU?

• Telephone
• communication
• emergencies
• arranging personal care
• booking taxis etc.
• Access in and around the home
• opening doors
• controlling lights, home appliances and equipment

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Benefits continued.

• Independence
• Control spontaneity
• Improved self esteem
• Peace of mind

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How to Survive and Succeed

• Before studying or seeking employment
• Find information on relevant assistive technology
• Learn the computer programs and how to control
  the computer
• ISP with 24/7 tech support
• Access the community tech support notice boards
  eg Miss Megabyte, Microsofts web-based
  knowledge base

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How to Survive and Succeed cont..

• Information on what assistive technology is
  available
• Contact the Disability Information Services such
  as Ask AQA! and the Independent Living Centres
• Internet is a great resource
• Utilise the education institutions Disability
  Support Consultants
• Contact the Employment Support Services
• workplace adjustment funding

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How to Survive and Succeed cont..

• Software
• Shortcuts accessories
• Sticky Keys - Windows Accessability utility
• Keyboard shortcuts
• Ctrl S save
• Windows key M go back to desktop

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How to Survive and Succeed cont..

• Telstras Disability Equipment Program online
• www.telstra.com.au/disability/catalogue/

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Accessing the telephone cont...

• Utilise phone features and services
• speed dial
• apply for exemptions to
• Telstras Call Connect
• Directory Assistance Service

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Conclusion

• As we all know it is our abilities that will
  enable us to succeed in whatever field we wish to
  persue and there is a number of services and
  assistive technologies that can assist us. We
  all need to be able to make an informed choice
  and get the right equipment and technology to
  meet your needs as technology can certainly open
  the doors of opportunity and enable you to
  contribute to society on a level playing field.