[blindkid] Wii Device Teaches Visually Impaired to WalkwithCanes

[Susan Harper]

I got to tell you folks, I am learning a lot just by listening to this
discussion.  These are the kinds of give and take that need to happen for
change and growth.  I also want to compliment everyone of their frankness,
openness, and honesty.  I wish I was going with you all the the Conference.
Blessings,
Sue H.

On Tue, Jun 8, 2010 at 7:11 AM, Merry-Noel Chamberlain <owinm at yahoo.com>wrote:

> Hello everyone,
> I've been reading everyone's comments about the WiiCane.  The WiiCane can't
> replace the 'real thing' - of actually going out into the real world and
> exploring using the actual long white cane.  However, I enjoy using games
> for teaching.  This 'may' be a 'fun' activity to do on a very rainy, snowy,
> or cold day.  It may also be something that can help with socialization -
> something middle and high school students can use to connect with their
> peers.  So many times older students, new to using the long white cane,
> won't do it because of feeling different than their peers.  This 'may'
> narrow that gap.
>
> That being said, there are techniques that can help one not to veer.
> 1)  Make sure the cane is extended out from the center of the body - the
> hand needs to be by the bellybutton.
> 2)  Have the palm upward.
> 3)  Use the wrist to move the cane tip from the left and right.
> 4)  Tap the cane from the left and right as wide as one's shoulders.
> 5)  The faster one walks - the straighter one will walk.
> 6)  Practice by walking down a long hallway or sidewalk.
> 7)  Pay attention to audio and sun cues.
>
> Merry-Noel Chamberlain, NOMCT and TVI
>
> --- On Tue, 6/8/10, SNOOPYTDR at aol.com <SNOOPYTDR at aol.com> wrote:
>
>
> From: SNOOPYTDR at aol.com <SNOOPYTDR at aol.com>
> Subject: Re: [blindkid] Wii Device Teaches Visually Impaired to
> WalkwithCanes
> To: blindkid at nfbnet.org
> Date: Tuesday, June 8, 2010, 8:22 AM
>
>
> I think if a child or an adult is encouraged to explore the challenge in an
> interactive Wii game, it might make learning a lot of fun!
>
> Tammy
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