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Assignment: Research Project- Literature Review on Assistive Technology- "Speechify"
Research Project Structure
I. Introduction
1. 1-2 paragraphs describing the background to your assistive technology. How long has it been around? When was it created? Who created it? Why was it created? Why is it important?
2. Thesis statement: Your introduction should end with your thesis statement that gives direction of the paper. For example, This paper will study the use and efficacy of SMART Boards for students with visual impairments.
II. History of the Assistive Technology
1. 1-3 paragraphs discussing how this technology came about. If there are early iterations of the technology, start there. For example, before Spotify and Pandora there were iPods and mp3 players.
2. Think about how the technology in the world at the time may have influenced this technology to come about.
3. What were people using before this technology came around?
III. Target Population
1. 1-2 paragraphs describing the population this device is intended for.
2. Does this population have physical or mental limitations or both?
3. Is there a specific classification it is intended for? For example, students with Intellectual Disabilities can be classified into mild, severe, etc.
4. Is there a suggested age range that is appropriate for using this device?
IV. Description of How [Your Device] Works
1. 2-4 paragraphs about how the device works
2. Does it need to be powered on?
3. Does it attach to furniture or to a wheelchair?
4. Does the user need assistance with using it?
5. Is it an interactive device or would a user only use it on their own?
V. Research that Examined Usage of [Your Device]
1. 2-5 paragraphs discussing research on the device you selected
2. Was the research performed on the target population?
3. Was the technology effective?
4. Did they discuss the ease of use?
5. What were the suggestions that the researchers stated in their work? How did they suggest people use this technology?
6. Were there pros or cons found about your device?
7. Was there future research needed on the device?
VI. Conclusion
1. 1-2 paragraphs summarizing the information from your paper
2. Discuss the major takeaways about this device
VII. References