Applications of Assistive Technology in Higher Education and the Workforce for Individuals With Disabilities

Assistive technology (AT) has been beneficial for people who have disabilities and chronic medical conditions to allow them to function more effectively and integrate more readily within the society in which they live. This article offers examples of AT, including computer assisted technologies, sensory technologies, robotics, neuroprosthetics, orthotic and prosthetic devices, and mobility technologies. Benefits of technology are described. The article discusses two areas for the practical application of technology: assistive technology in higher education and computer applications in employment.