The SIG-11 Computer Applications Show-and-Tell provides an opportunity for RESNA professionals to present photos and/or video on unique cases, techniques, or tools involving computer applications in assistive technology. Topics include, but are not limited to adaptations made to computer devices or software, tips on the use of new computer hardware or software, little-known products, unusual combinations of different devices or programs, and unique ways to use computers as assistive technology. Presentations will be short and informal and limited to five or six participants.

The SIG-11 Show-and-Tell has been a consistently popular forum for discussion of computer cases and methods since the 2000 RESNA Conference. This year's event is scheduled for Saturday, June 24th from 10:15 to 11:30am.

Example Presentation Topics:

• Unique adaptations for computers in assistive technology
  • Computer hardware or software created from scratch for a consumer
  • Creative setups for existing hardware or software to best fit a consumer's needs
• Tips and techniques that have found to be valuable
  • Ways to get better recognition with voice-input software
  • Little-known Windows 2000/XP or Apple settings that may help assistive technology practitioners
  • Training or setup techniques for computer input devices
  • Little-known products
  • Hard-to-find mainstream commercial gadgets or software
• Unusual combinations of different devices or programs
  • Several input modes for one person
  • Unique combinations of computer-access with AAC software and hardware
  • Unique ways to use computers as assistive technology
  • Computerization of a task not normally performed on computer
  • Using computers as aids in learning for people with learning disabilities

Although case studies involving a specific consumer are encouraged, presentations may also include stand-alone information that may be of interest to the audience. Presenters may also discuss more than one case or topic, provided that they stay within the total time limit of 8 minutes for their presentation, followed by 5 minutes for questions and discussion. Time limits will be strictly enforced to maximize the amount of material presented.

Presenters must include the following in their presentation:

• A brief background on the consumer or product
• A brief description of the assessment or unique features of the product
• An explanation of why a unique or creative approach was utilized
• Technical specifications

Pertinent outcomes:
Participants are encouraged to use projection photo, video, or computer slide presentation programs to illustrate their case.

Structure of Session:
Each presenter will be given eight minutes to show photos and/or video depicting their unique computer-related solution. Presenters will be free to follow any format. For case studies, presenters are encouraged to include a brief background on the consumer and the scenario. The case should include a brief description of the decision-making process followed during the evaluation, an explanation of why a unique or creative approach was needed, technical specifications, and outcomes. An additional five minutes will be allotted for questions and discussion following each presentation.

Required Handout Materials:
Participants are required to submit a brief two-paragraph summary of their presentation along with their contact information (name, affiliation, phone & fax number, and email address) to the session moderator by one week prior to the conference. This material will be used to create handouts for the session and will be posted on the RESNA SIG-11 website after the conference.

If you would like to participate, please submit a brief two-paragraph summary of your presentation along with contact information by Friday, June 16th to:

Session Moderator:
Robert Van Etten, ME, BSE, ATP
SIG-11 Chair
4981 SE Sterling Circle
Stuart, FL  34997
772/781-6153
772/781-9179 fax
vanetten@adelphia.net
http://adaptiveliving.com