The importance of assistive technology in the productivity pursuits of young adults with disabilities.
BACKGROUND: Young adults with disabilities often use assistive technology (AT) to address personal needs, engage in communities and pursue educational and vocational goals. Little is known about their personal experiences and challenges of accessing and using AT for productivity-related activities....
| Publicado en: | Work Vol. 57; no. 4; pp. 455 - 469 |
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| Formato: | pictorial research tables/charts Journal Article |
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Sage Publications Inc.
2017
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