Education and Training
B.S.
University of Wisconsin - Madison
M.S.
Art
University of Wisconsin - Madison
M.S.
Art Education
University of Wisconsin - Madison
M.F.A.
University of Wisconsin - Madison
Research Interests
Access and accommodations of technology for persons with disability, adaptive equipment design and construction, alternative augmentative communication systems and the use of Art for persons with disability.
Teaching Areas
Taught undergraduate courses in augmentative communication, assistive and rehabilitation technology, adaptive equipment, and software and computer application for occupational therapists.
Publications
Christiaansen, R.L. 1993.
The Interdisciplinary Augmentative Communication and Technology Program. Technology: Special Interest Section, AOTA.
Smith, R.L.., Christiaansen, R.L. (1990).
Technology Specialization for Occupational Therapy: TechSpec Education Model, Technology Review.
Smith, R.O., Christiaansen, R.L. (1991).
Training Therapists in Technology: Barriers and Solutions From the Third Year of the TechSpec Program.
Smith, R.O., Christiaansen, R.L. (1989).
Effectiveness of a Writing System Using a Computerized Long-Range Optical Pointer and 10 - Branch Abbreviated Expansion System, Journal of Rehabilitation Research and Development, 26,51-62.
Barris, R., Cordero, J., Christiaansen, R. L. (1986).
A Survey of Media Influences on Media Selection by Occupational Therapists. American Journal of Occupational Therapy.