[blindkid] FW: [Pobc-presidents] More on Tactile Maps

Debby B bwbddl at yahoo.com
Fri Nov 21 12:25:03 UTC 2008


I've appreciated all these map ideas. Winona wants a map of China/Hong Kong for Christmas. (I know, I've got strange kids! All 3 love broccoli.)

 Debby 
bwbddl at yahoo.com
www.nfbflorida.org/parents



----- Original Message ----
From: Andy & Sally Thomas <andysally at comcast.net>
To: "NFBnet Blind Kid Mailing List, (for parents of blind children)" <blindkid at nfbnet.org>
Sent: Thursday, November 20, 2008 8:10:58 PM
Subject: Re: [blindkid] FW: [Pobc-presidents] More on Tactile Maps

I bought a bunch of maps from the Princeton Braillists and found them to be 
good quality at a reasonable price.  The turn around time from ordering to 
receiving wasn't bad either.

I think my son needs more exposure time than he gets at school so I've 
really been glad to have the maps.

Sally Thomas
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Carrie Gilmer" <carrie.gilmer at gmail.com>
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Sent: Thursday, November 20, 2008 8:14 AM
Subject: [blindkid] FW: [Pobc-presidents] More on Tactile Maps


> Hi All,
>
> Here is some good info on getting tactile maps.
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> Carrie Gilmer, President
>
> National Organization of Parents of Blind Children
>
> A Division of the National Federation of the Blind
>
> NFB National Center: 410-659-9314
>
> Home Phone: 763-784-8590
>
> carrie.gilmer at gmail.com
>
> www.nfb.org/nopbc
>
>  _____
>
> From: pobc-presidents-bounces at nfbnet.org
> [mailto:pobc-presidents-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Parents of Blind
> Children of New York
> Sent: Thursday, November 20, 2008 4:12 AM
> To: POBC Presidents List Serve
> Subject: [Pobc-presidents] More on Tactile Maps
>
>
>
> Thanks all,
>
>
>
> I got great resources from a number of busy helpers. For anyone else who 
> is
> interested in this topic here is what I got that's either not already been
> posted on the presidents list serve (thanks again!) or elaborates on those
> suggestions:
>
>
>
> Tactile Map Automated Production (TMAP):
> Using GIS Data to Automatically Generate Raised-Line Street Maps: This
> project uses free GIS data and off-the-shelf embossing technology to allow
> blind people
> to download and emboss customized tactile street maps of any location in 
> the
> US. http://www.ski.org/Rehab/TMAP/
>
>
>
> In Touch Graphics:  Custom-designed tactile/low vision maps for the blind
> and deafblind
>
> http://www.clickandgomap.com/
>
>
>
> I have two resources re tactile graphics that might interest you. First of
> all, Joshua who works for Smith-Kettlewell in California has a program 
> which
> produces neighborhood maps. All you need to give him is your street 
> address.
> The maps can be directly embossed on a braille embosser or I guess if you
> don't have one of those he can send you a hard copy. Anyway, you can ask 
> for
> more information on what features your street map could contain.
>
> Email:
>
> jam at ski.org
>
> TC: I cut out the 2nd reference, which regards tactile pictures.
>
> The Princeton Braillists, affectionately known as the Princeton Map Ladies
> to their many fans, have many maps at very reasonable prices. I don't know
> if they do special jobs, but for anyone interested in maps, like me, 
> they're
> great! Princeton Braillists 28-B Portsmouth St. Whiting NJ 08759
> 732-350-3708.
>
> or
>
> Tactile mapmaking beta:
>
> From: University of Oregon <
>
> tactmaps at uoregon.edu>
>
>
>
> Free tactile map making software!
>
> About 18 months ago, we sent out and received responses on a survey
> regarding features for tactile navigation maps. Thank you to everyone who
> responded!
>
> We have created a symbol set, partially based on those responses. In
> addition, we have created tactile map making software and wish to begin 
> Beta
> testing. Therefore, we are now soliciting software testers. Please help us
> by testing the software, providing input/questions and participating in 
> the
> online forum. We will edit the software as needed based on user input.
>
> As mentioned previously, the tactile mapping software, when complete, will
> be available as a free download to teachers, parents, or anyone who wants 
> to
> use it. This project has been supported by a grant from the National 
> Science
> Foundation.
>
> If you are interested in serving as a beta tester of the fully-functioning
> software, please visit the beta testing forum at the following site, where
> you can download both the software as well as a user guide.
> <http://ix.cs.uoregon.edu:8988/jforum> 
> http://ix.cs.uoregon.edu:8988/jforum
>
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