Basic Disability Concepts Flashcards
Define Recognizable Disability
Those that can be immediately observed such as blindness and mobility disabilities
Define Hidden Disability
Disabilities not immediately noticeable from observation such as deafness and some cognitive disabilities.
Define Temporary Disability
May temporarily limit person like from an injury or surgery
Define Age-Related Disability
As we get older, we lose sight, hearing, mobility, cognition
How are disabilities on web most often impacted (sense)?
Web disabilities are most impacted by eyes, ears, hands, brain
Define Print Disability
Inability to read printed materials (blindness)
How do blind people read?
Friend or family reads to them, recordings, embosser for braille copy, radio or TV for similar content
What are limitations of many ways blind people can obtain information?
Requires friend or family to read, pre recording, or the availability and understanding of braille
How do Digital Text and Screen Readers support blind people?
Speech synthesizer allowing individuals to listen to computer themselves
What is the main requirement for Digital Text and Screen Readers?
The content must be made accessible from the start
Define Assistive Technologies
Technologies designed specifically for people with disabilities
What are some assistive technologies for people with Blindness?
Screen readers, refreshable braille devices
What are some assistive technologies for people with Low Vision
Screen Enlargers, Screen Readers
What are some assistive technologies for people with Color Blindness
Color enhancement overlays or glasses
What are some assistive technologies for people with Deafness
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