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University of Washington Center for Sensorimotor Neural Engineering

Armed with an Oculus Rift headset, a group of students at the UW’s Center for Sensorimotor Neural Engineering is turning virtual reality games into a motivational tool for stroke patients undergoing rehabilitation.

IKO Creative Prosthetic System

Rehab innovators

http://youtu.be/gr7qWL0nO4s

Setting Up a Sensory Friendly Classroom

http://frontoftheclassde.com/the-sensory-friendly-classroom/

Terry Gross on biofeedback

https://drive.google.com/file/d/0BzcyJfPCgZFXYTRYX2I4Q2ZWSTA/edit?usp=docslist_api

Individualizing our sound environments

Wireless ear buds review

https://youtu.be/NmusU3ucNng

Here Active Listening - Change The Way You Hear T…: 

https://youtu.be/EveD-Qf97bQ

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QIAT - Quality Indicators for Assistive Technology - Resource Bank

QIAT - Quality Indicators for Assistive Technology - Resource Bank

Eye Tracking: Increased access for some, privacy considerations for all.

An affordable eye tracking system has big implications for people with disabilities.  However, it does exemplify one of the biggest dilemmas this generation faces, 'how much privacy am I willing to sacrifice for the sake of convenience or access?'  Eye tracking and preference data will be collected, stored, and analyzed by apps.  On the other hand, a whole new world of expression, communication, and access is being opened up as eye tracking technology improves and becomes more affordable.  If you have thoughts, questions, or concerns about this topic please comment below.  And please send any links to draft legislation regarding online privacy and data collection.
Pete Carpenter (MOT, OTR/L)

See also: https://www.youtube.com/embed/P8a46q6u8_s

What happens when our computers get smarter than we are? https://t.co/ngjxoJcz4L

Adaptive design

http://www.adaptivedesign.org/

Paul Kotler - in his own words

Crowdsourcing Audiobooks

https://www.youtube.com/user/audiobooksfree

3-D Printing Prosthetic Hands That Are Anything but Ordinary http://t.co/7FmJggl77p

3-D Printing Prosthetic Hands That Are Anything but Ordinary http://t.co/7FmJggl77p

Guiding the Blind Through London’s Subway With Estimote Beacons

http://www.wired.com/2015/03/blind-will-soon-navigate-london-tube-beacons/

Can We Create New Senses For Humans?

Word Prediction comparison for iPad

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-qNOkZr9BkS0tUeXDhuBLuU6z41zWpynxfK0v4ww8Ik/edit?usp=sharing

Word prediction comparison on iPad: 3/16/15   by Pete Carpenter MOT, OTR/L

The following experiment was conducted on an iPad Air 2, using the latest versions of iOS (8.2), Read&Write, and Co-Writer as of March 16, 2015.  3 sentences were typed using word prediction for each program.  A Bluetooth keyboard or a touch tap screen keyboard was used.  A key stroke was counted every time a letter on the keyboard was selected.  As soon as the predicted word option was available, it was selected.   The selection of the predicted word was not counted as a key stroke.  

Sentences

My name is Pete carpenter

I work at Portland public schools.
I am now in the assistive technology department.

App / Keyboard	# of key strokes	BT keyboard compatible	Use in multiple platforms
iOS 8.2 keyboard	31	No	Yes
Read&Write	38	No	Yes
Co-Writer	34	Yes	No
Swiftkey	41	No	Yes
Ginger Keyboard	34	No	Yes

Summary:  The iOS embedded keyboard had the most efficient word prediction.  However, this word prediction feature isn’t currently available when used with a Bluetooth keyboard.  Co-Writer was the only program that allowed word prediction while using a Bluetooth keyboard.  However, Co-Writer is currently a stand alone app and is not able to be used in other apps, or programs.

Heart rate monitor ear buds review

https://youtu.be/BTLhQ11snU8

http://www.pocket-lint.com/review/131340-jabra-pulse-review-heart-rate-monitor-earphones-put-a-virtual-personal-trainer-in-your-ears

Accessibility Features Overview

iOS 8 
http://luisperezonline.com/2014/09/08/ios-8-accessibility-overview/

Chromebook
https://support.google.com/chromebook/answer/177893?hl=en%3Futm_source%3Demail

Invisibilia: Echo location - Rethinking blindness

http://www.npr.org/programs/invisibilia/378577902/how-to-become-batman

Universal Design For Learning

Marketplace Learning Curve: How TECH is transforming EDUCATION

http://www.marketplace.org/topics/learning-curve

Ipad Joystick

Website Accessibility Guidelines

http://www.nngroup.com/articles/keyboard-accessibility/

Oregon Google Summit

Workshops: http://www.googlesummit.org/workshops
PPS Apps4education blog: http://apps4pps.blogspot.com/

Managing Caseloads Using Google Sheets Presentation

https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1IsHmI6u29HXpPT_9WIbeJRS9EoZa9nZ1-38PsBDvCa8/edit?usp=sharing

Our Computers, Ourselves: Technology and Privacy OPB | Sept. 9, 2014 12:30 p.m

Keyboard shortcuts

Key XL :  Database of Keyboard Shortcuts:
http://www.keyxl.com/

Sticky Keys for Windows 7:
http://disability.illinois.edu/academic-support/assistive-technology/windows-7-sticky-keys

Next Steps for Handwriting Recognition:

Wouldn't it be nice to have a tablet or sensor that would translate (and save) handwriting to text using a pen/pencil on paper in real time?

Other technological approaches might require a photo sensor screen or a pressure sensor (much like the old palm screens). Will existing technologies develop apps for such an application? For example, could infrared sensors (like the Leap) and sensitive cameras (current XBox) do the same thing?

Background:  Many students hate writing because of the negative feedback they get about their handwriting.  Many students choose typing or voice recognition as an alternative.  However, for better or worse, the writing process is fundamentally different when using these modalities. 
(Please submit relevant research articles on this topic in the comments section below)
ex:  http://ldq.sagepub.com/content/22/3/173.short

Theoretically, as handwriting recognition software becomes more sophisticated, (much like speech recognition) this would enable the writer to slowly create his/her own unique symbol form.  This would have implications for students with a variety of different disabilities:  dysgraphia, orthopedic impairment, vision impairment, autism.  It would most likely help others with poor handwriting and those that want to make handwriting more efficient.

Sony says the Xperia Z Ultra's handwriting recognition feature will work with any regular pencil or pen.




We shall see how this plays out. Unti then the above technology looks promising. There is also Evernote (and a handful of others) that have handwriting recognition software. The MS Surface Pro and some of the Android phones come with some with nice HW recognition features. But the technology still has a way to go before being seamless.
related links:
http://www.christopher-mayo.com/?p=876
http://www.cnet.com/how-to/get-the-handwriting-feature-in-evernote-for-android/
http://www.engadget.com/2007/05/30/hanwang-pen-tablet-offers-voice-correction/

Why We Collaborate: TED Radio Hour

http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=22946&refid=asa

A spoon that shakes to counteract hand tremors

TED Talk: Sherry Turkle: Connected But Alone?

MakeyMakey Links

Music: Sound effects: Patatap: http://www.patatap.com/
Piano: http://www.bgfl.org/bgfl/custom/resources_ftp/client_ftp/ks2/music/piano/organ.htm http://makeymakey.com/piano/http://scratch.mit.edu/projects/2543877/
http://www.nyu.edu/projects/ruthmann/CMSD/piano/
Drums: http://makeymakey.com/bongos/
Fun Videos:  human synth. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VQ6uv-FhyTY
Dance: http://www.artcopycode.com/connect/dance
Games: http://www.adamatomic.com/canabalt/
Customizable keyboard: http://soundplant.org

 Please add more in comments section:      https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AjcyJfPCgZFXdEVqUUl1WE04RFFCQzVRY3RvSlBSNFE&usp=sharing

Oculus Rift - Developments in Virtual Reality Technology

virtual talents could transform real lives

Virtual Reality: beyond gaming

key words:  virtual reality, Facebook purchases Oculus Rift, Immersive 3D, VR, Condition One, documentary: Zero Point

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With 3-D Printing, Affordable Prosthetics Are In Reach

http://www.npr.org/2014/03/13/289836980/with-3-d-printing-affordable-prosthetics-are-in-reach

MyScript Stylus App. (Android) Handwriting Recognition

Project Tango: Implications for People with Vision Impairment

key words:  Johnny Chung Lee, Google, Tango, 3-D mapping, navigation, treatment for vision impairment, blindness

Typing Without a Keyboard: Ractiv integrates ASETNIOP typing technique

See full article at: http://www.gizmag.com/haptix-asetniop/28884/
More info. about ASETNIOP typing technique at:  http://www.asetniop.com/about.html

Revealing Invisible Changes In The World: Measuring Heart Rate and More with New Cameras

Revealing Invisible Changes In The World:  Measuring Heart Rate and More with New Cameras

Valve Testing Biofeedback Technologies For Future Games Design

Full article at:  http://voltmagonline.com/valve-testing-biofeedback-technologies-for-future-games-design/

Relevant article about XBox One: http://www.forbes.com/sites/danmunro/2013/05/21/microsofts-new-xbox-one-can-measure-heart-rate/

Smart Contact Lens

key words:  diabetes google biofeedback internet of things wearable technology

Leap Motion gesture based technology

Read & Write for Google Chrome - A Free Co-Writer and Pix Writer?

Teachers get it free:  http://www.freetech4teachers.com/2014/05/read-write-great-chrome-app-that-is-now.html#.U3uTW3b4JVQ



More info here (link)

Other related resources:
Ginger extension for Google Chrome
https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/ginger/cfplaneiohggmgljeehdjjejibaiadee?hl=en

Online therapy services

Online therapy services (link)

More school districts are unable to meet an increasing demand for therapists.  Will online therapy be a successful alternative?  What are the implications for using an online treatment model?  Does online therapy count as direct service?  How will this change the scope of practice?  Will this model lead to successful outcomes?   And what research or evidence supports this practice?

Please share your thoughts in the comments section below.

Related articles:  New York Times (link)

Video games and the autism spectrum | Marketplace.org

Video games and the autism spectrum | Marketplace.org

Hi-tech glove turns words into touch | Marketplace.org

Hi-tech glove turns words into touch | Marketplace.org

Opening bookmarks and writing with Kinect gestures and voice recognition

Kinect Navigator for Windows
also see: http://www.creativeapplications.net/news/kinect-opensource-news/

Chirp Microsystems is developing a gesture-based operating system to work with a new chip that uses sound, rather than vision, to track user movements.

iOS 7 Gesture Control Tutorial

Tobii - Eye Gaze Technology for Windows 8

Tobii - Eye Gaze Technology for Windows 8