Technology
Blind and low vision students at OSSB use a variety of assistive technologies to access the curriculum. Blind computer users use JAWS for Windows screen reader; low vision students use Zoomtext for screen magnification and CCTVs. Students use Openbook for OCR scanning; Duxbury for Braille translation, and the Braille Note family of notetakers.
Once a student is enrolled at OSSB a comprehensive technology assessment is given to evaluate current technology skills. Using the results of the assessment, the type of technology best suited for the student's needs is determined. Type and duration of instruction is then provided per IEP goals.
Technology instruction begins with keyboarding and basic notetaking skills in elementary grades. Middle and high school computer instruction includes assistive software with standard programs such as Microsoft Office Suite and the Internet.
Technology Staff
| Technology Coordinator | Kim Picard |
| Adaptive Technology Instructor | Dan Kelley |
| Webmaster/Systems Analyst | Ralph Maravola |
Technology Resources
| Adaptive Technology Resources from the Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired | Adaptive resources at the Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired, including tips, tricks and assessments |
| National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped | Check out the Web Braille. Students can do searches of NLS catalogs to find materials. |
| Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic | Students and teachers can search RFBD’s catalog for textbooks. |