Employment Barriers: Access to Assistive Technology and Research Needs.

Butler, Stacy E.; Crudden, Adele; Sansing, William K.; LeJeune, B. J.

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ERIC Number: EJ653746

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 2002

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Employment Barriers: Access to Assistive Technology and Research Needs.

Butler, Stacy E.; Crudden, Adele; Sansing, William K.; LeJeune, B. J.

Journal of Visual Impairment & Blindness, v96 n9 p664-67 Sep 2002

This article discusses the underemployment of individuals with visual impairments and technological barriers to employment. It then presents an overview of legislation, public and private rehabilitation agency programs, and federal agency programs that have an impact on the distribution and use of assistive technology to individuals with disabilities. (Contains references.) (CR)

Descriptors: Accessibility (for Disabled), Adults, Assistive Technology, Employment, Federal Legislation, Federal Programs, Rehabilitation Programs, State Programs, Visual Impairments

Publication Type: Information Analyses; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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Note: Special Issue on Employment.