A new tongue-operated device could mean K–12 students with disabilities who can’t use other types of assistive technology can still work with laptops, tablets and other classroom tools.
MouthPad, a custom-fitted interface that attaches to users’ upper teeth like a retainer, functions somewhat like a trackpad. The Bluetooth-enabled device uses sensors to convey directional commands. Touching the left part of the device with your tongue, for example, moves the cursor to the left. Pressing up on the device equates to a left click.
While no one under 18 is using this very new tool, co-creator…