Michael's Assistive Technology Journey: A Story of Overcoming Challenges
The Evolution of Michael’s Assistive Technology Journey
Leslie Bailiff
Orientation and Mobility Specialist, C.O.M.S., M.A.
Michael London
Born with hyperinsulinism (means the amount of insulin in your
blood is higher).
After the episode, had his pancreas removed.
He is Type 1 Diabetic.
Severely visually impaired and has a speech delay (Stutter)
Michael-Background
Michael’s Vision Impairment
Michael’s visual acuity is 20/1700 measured in both eyes with a
reduced contrast sensitivity.
Michelson test and other assessment tools
UC Berkeley Special Vision Assessment Clinic yearly testing
Michael has been receiving O&M since kindergarten
Most of his current O&M service is a blend of technology and travel
in the community.
He is attending a local community college and takes a variety of
classes
He is enrolled in the workability program
Over the years, he has worked on a variety of O&M skills
not
related
to technology
Michael’s O&M services
A.T. Vision and O&M Goal history
Michael started out using the Trekker Breeze
Michael then moved to the Voicenote GPS with Qwerty keyboard
Michael also used an IPad with gestures, then a keyboard (with
Bluetooth) with Maps/GPS programs
Michael is currently using an IPhone 8 with Bluetooth keyboard
(Esynic-folding)
Apps he is using: Seeing AI, Be My Eyes, Tap Tap See, Near By
Explorer, Google Maps,
Bone conducting headphones
Michael’s O&M Technology
Trekker Breeze- (Humanware)
Michael was first introduced to this device
(2011
)
Voicenote (Humanware)
Michael transitioned to the Voicenote with a
Qwerty keyboard and receiver in 2011-2014
IPhone with Esynic-folding Keyboard
(2014-present)
Michael started learning basic IOS commands
on an IPad and then transitioned to his IPhone
GPS
GPS Trekker Breeze-
Resources
Mock Keyboard
iPad
IPad with keyboard
He started learning on a
standard computer learning the
Qwerty keyboard
IPhone with keyboard
Many trials of different
keyboard
Modifications to assist him
IPhone with Keyboard
IA’s support.
Curriculum for lessons, charts
O&M Specialist made a “mock” keyboard (keys
were used from a broken unit)
Special markers (raised glue dots)
Teaching tools used that helped to achieve the goals
Michael’s journey from middle school through the transition
program using technology has been
life changing
.
Allow
learning
to create your “next step”, if your student masters
the step your teaching moves forward. If the student doesn’t,
modify/adjust what you are teaching and decide if they are ready
for the next step.
Dream
for where your student wants to go, to support them in
reaching their goal. While on this journey, things may be created
to get them beyond their dreams. (Michael is proof you can get
there).
Summary
Resources
•
Esynic keyboard- Bluetooth Tri-fold wireless Ultra Slim Keyboard
https://www.amazon.com/Foldable-Bluetooth-Keyboard-Tri-folding-
Rechargeable/dp/B00WSL8FH4/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1521512065&sr=8-
4&keywords=%E2%80%A2%09Esynic+keyboard
•
Humanware- - Trekker Breeze and VoiceNote :
http://www.humanware.com/en-
usa/home
•
Stickers- clear dots for location markers on the keyboard
http://www.lssproducts.com/product/bump-dot-assorted-pack-clear/labeling-
and-identification
•
iPad stand- Older generation of Ipad stand used
https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=sr_pg_1?fst=as%3Aoff&rh=i%3Aaps%2Ck%3
Aipad+stands+and+holders%2Cp_n_condition-
type%3A6461716011&keywords=ipad+stands+and+holders&ie=UTF8&qid=15
21512422
Resources
•
AfterShokz- Bone conducting headphones-
https://www.amazon.com/AfterShokz-Titanium-Conduction-Headphones-
AS600SG/dp/B018XNGQOE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1521512493&sr=8-
1&keywords=bone+conducting+headphones
•
Sendero- VoiceNote with GPS and manuals and map upgrades
http://senderogroup.com/
•
Keyboards-apple, misc
https://www.amazon.com/Bluetooth-Keyboard-bluebyte-Wireless-Multi-
device/dp/B073JCX3NH/ref=sr_1_6?s=wireless&ie=UTF8&qid=152151264
1&sr=1-6&keywords=apple+wireless+keyboard
and
https://www.amazon.com/Logickeyboard-XLPrint-LogicSkin-Black-
Keyboard/dp/B01M1NXZVV/ref=sr_1_16?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=152
1512800&sr=1-16&keywords=large+print+keyboard+wireless
Follow Michael's inspiring journey through assistive technology as he navigates life with visual impairment and other health challenges. From receiving Orientation and Mobility (O&M) services to setting goals using various assistive devices, Michael showcases resilience and determination in utilizing technology to enhance his independence and accessibility.
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1 The Evolution of Michael s Assistive Technology Journey Leslie Bailiff Orientation and Mobility Specialist, C.O.M.S., M.A.
2 2 Michael London
3 3 Michael-Background Born with hyperinsulinism (means the amount of insulin in your blood is higher). After the episode, had his pancreas removed. He is Type 1 Diabetic. Severely visually impaired and has a speech delay (Stutter)
4 4 Michael s Vision Impairment Michael s visual acuity is 20/1700 measured in both eyes with a reduced contrast sensitivity. Michelson test and other assessment tools UC Berkeley Special Vision Assessment Clinic yearly testing
5 5 Michael s O&M services Michael has been receiving O&M since kindergarten Most of his current O&M service is a blend of technology and travel in the community. He is attending a local community college and takes a variety of classes He is enrolled in the workability program Over the years, he has worked on a variety of O&M skills not related to technology
6 6 A.T. Vision and O&M Goal history O&M- Goals worked on Grade/AT used Goals 2011/2012 Middle School: Humanware notetaker with Qwerty keyboard - Michael will turn on, start up, connect and listen to at least 3 features about his environment using a GPS (goal focused on the device) 2013/2014 High School: Given direct instruction and the use of a GPS unit, (Humanware notetaker with Qwerty keyboard) Michael will create a POI (point of interest) on the GPS unit Michael will create and travel a route (on HS campus) using a note taker with GPS device 2015/2016 High School: Given direct instruction and the use of a GPS unit, (IPhone/IPad with Apps ) create a POI (point of interest) on the GPS unit then listen to it Michael will find and create a route from his home to the closest Bank ATM using GPS technology 2017/2018 Transition Program: Goals in progress: IPhone with Apps -Tap Tap See, Be My Eyes AI Facial Recognition in a mobility environment Apps
7 7 Michael s O&M Technology Michael started out using the Trekker Breeze Michael then moved to the Voicenote GPS with Qwerty keyboard Michael also used an IPad with gestures, then a keyboard (with Bluetooth) with Maps/GPS programs Michael is currently using an IPhone 8 with Bluetooth keyboard (Esynic-folding) Apps he is using: Seeing AI, Be My Eyes, Tap Tap See, Near By Explorer, Google Maps, Bone conducting headphones
8 8 GPS Trekker Breeze- (Humanware) Michael was first introduced to this device (2011) Voicenote (Humanware) Michael transitioned to the Voicenote with a Qwerty keyboard and receiver in 2011-2014 IPhone with Esynic-folding Keyboard (2014-present) GPS Trekker Breeze- Michael started learning basic IOS commands on an IPad and then transitioned to his IPhone
9 9 Resources iPad Mock Keyboard
10 10 IPhone with Keyboard IPad with keyboard He started learning on a standard computer learning the Qwerty keyboard IPhone with keyboard Many trials of different keyboard Modifications to assist him
11 Teaching tools used that helped to achieve the goals 11 IA s support. Curriculum for lessons, charts O&M Specialist made a mock keyboard (keys were used from a broken unit) Special markers (raised glue dots)
12 Summary 12 Michael s journey from middle school through the transition program using technology has been life changing. Allow learningto create your next step , if your student masters the step your teaching moves forward. If the student doesn t, modify/adjust what you are teaching and decide if they are ready for the next step. Dream for where your student wants to go, to support them in reaching their goal. While on this journey, things may be created to get them beyond their dreams. (Michael is proof you can get there).
13 Resources 13 Esynic keyboard- Bluetooth Tri-fold wireless Ultra Slim Keyboard https://www.amazon.com/Foldable-Bluetooth-Keyboard-Tri-folding- Rechargeable/dp/B00WSL8FH4/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1521512065&sr=8- 4&keywords=%E2%80%A2%09Esynic+keyboard Humanware- - Trekker Breeze and VoiceNote :http://www.humanware.com/en- usa/home Stickers- clear dots for location markers on the keyboard http://www.lssproducts.com/product/bump-dot-assorted-pack-clear/labeling- and-identification iPad stand- Older generation of Ipad stand used https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=sr_pg_1?fst=as%3Aoff&rh=i%3Aaps%2Ck%3 Aipad+stands+and+holders%2Cp_n_condition- type%3A6461716011&keywords=ipad+stands+and+holders&ie=UTF8&qid=15 21512422
14 Resources 14 AfterShokz- Bone conducting headphones- https://www.amazon.com/AfterShokz-Titanium-Conduction-Headphones- AS600SG/dp/B018XNGQOE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1521512493&sr=8- 1&keywords=bone+conducting+headphones Sendero- VoiceNote with GPS and manuals and map upgrades http://senderogroup.com/ Keyboards-apple, misc https://www.amazon.com/Bluetooth-Keyboard-bluebyte-Wireless-Multi- device/dp/B073JCX3NH/ref=sr_1_6?s=wireless&ie=UTF8&qid=152151264 1&sr=1-6&keywords=apple+wireless+keyboard and https://www.amazon.com/Logickeyboard-XLPrint-LogicSkin-Black- Keyboard/dp/B01M1NXZVV/ref=sr_1_16?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=152 1512800&sr=1-16&keywords=large+print+keyboard+wireless
