What are the Different Types of Color Coded Keyboards?
There are several different types of color coded keyboards, such as a lesson board, my board, kinder board, and learning board. They all have colorful keys so a user can tell the difference between letters, numbers, and function keys. The contrasting colors also enable those who are visually impaired to see them better.
A lesson board keyboard is standard sized, designed to teach proper typing methods by having the keys color coded by zones or fingers, and has a contoured shape. Developing the proper keyboarding skills can open a new world of opportunity for those with physical or cognitive problems with learning. It also helps those who have problems expressing themselves through writing and prepares an individual for the technology world. One style of lesson board keyboard is color coded without letters to help those who want to improve accuracy, memorization, speed, and key navigation. This type is great for typists of all skill levels, helps teach proper finger placement, and works with all typing software. Both styles connect through a USB port and are FCC CE approved.
A my board keyboard has large letters with one inch keys and easy-to-see lettering and numbers for those with motor skill or visual impairments.. Vowels, consonants, numbers, and punctuation marks are color coded to help learn character sets. The text is all in uppercase to help a child who has not yet learned the relationship between upper and lower case letters. To minimize clutter and confusion, this keyboard has no F-keys. One style of the my board keyboard has bold lower case letters for a child who recognizes small lettering. Both styles of keyboards operate with Windows 98SE, 2000, ME, XP, Vista, 7, and MAC OS 10.1.5 and higher. They are also FCC CE approved, RoHS compliant, and connect through a USB port with a PS/2 adapter.
A kinder board keyboard has large keys and is ergonomically designed for those who are visually or motor skill impaired. Its simple design is ideal as a child’s first keyboard. The one inch keys have bold and easy-to-read letters and numbers and all are color coded to encourage learning character sets and colors. This keyboard includes all vowels, consonants, numbers and punctuation marks and the F-keys are oval for easy recognition. It operates on Windows 98SE, 2000, ME, XP, Vista, 7, and MAC OS 10.1.5 and higher. This style is FCC CE approved, RoHS compliant, and connects through a USB port. A different kinder board keyboard is Bluetooth-enabled along with having large keys for those with impairments. This style connects through wireless Bluetooth to Bluetooth enabled PC, MAC OS, and iOS devices and is powered by batteries with a battery life indicator on the space bar.
A learning board keyboard helps a child learn to type on a standard keyboard with color coded numbers, vowels, consonants, and function keys. Its contoured design and color sections make it easier to properly place the hands. A child can master the basic computer skills and letters while doing homework and emailing friends and family. It operates on Windows 98SE, 2000, ME, XP, Vista, 7, and MAC OS 10.1.5 and higher. This keyboard is FCC CE approved, RoHS compliant, and connects through a USB port.
What iPad Keyboards and Cases are Available?
Keyboards and cases available for iPad are for models 2, 3, and 4 and for iPad Air. The keyboards provide extra assistance to children as well as adults who have low vision, blindness, hearing and speech impairments, health and mobility impairments, and learning disabilities. When the iPad is not in use, a synthetic leather case closes with a magnetic clasp to protect it. The case also includes a collapsible stand which can be angled and adjusted for viewing ease and it enables the ports, controls, microphone, and camera to be easily accessible.
The keyboard is available in black or color coded keys and has large, bold print that is 40% larger than standard keyboards. The color coded option is ideal for those with physical or cognitive disabilities and assists with typing and keyboarding skills. The keyboard is magnetic so it is moveable, has functions keys, such as volume, home, search, internet, and others, and is battery operated. The iPad Air keyboard provides a Bluetooth keyboard which has two color options, black and color coded. Its wireless Bluetooth connectivity enables the user to customize the keyboard in a comfortable position. This keyboard and case is made specifically for the iPad Air and is not compatible with other models. And, the iPad is not included.
Rehabmart is pleased to carry superior quality color coded keyboards for children and adults from our esteemed and popular vendor, Ablenet.
Hulet Smith, OT
Rehabmart Co-Founder & CEO
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