What Are Assistive Technologies? Give an Example of an Assistive

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Essay

What are assistive technologies? Give an example of an assistive technology that could be used by a visually impaired student. What action led to the development of these technologies?

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Definitions:

Assimilation

The process by which individuals or groups adopt the culture, norms, and practices of another society, often losing their original identity.

Anomic Suicide

A term coined by Emile Durkheim referring to suicide resulting from insufficient social regulation and individuals feeling disconnected from society.

Connected

Being linked or related, especially in a social, digital, or networking context.

Lack Purpose

A feeling or state wherein individuals or entities see no clear meaning, direction, or worthwhile goal in activities or life in general.