[BlindKid] ALERT: USER STUDY OPPORTUNITY FOR BLIND AND LOW-VISION HIGH SCHOOL AND COLLEGE STUDENTS

[Carlton Anne Cook Walker]

The below research participant solicitation is being provided for
informational purposes only. The National Federation of the Blind has no
involvement in this research, but we believe that it may contribute to our
research mission.



Dear Blind and Low-Vision High School and College Students:

The College Board is transitioning the SAT Suite of Assessments to be delivered
digitally <https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/digital> and we invite all low
vision and blind high school and college students to join a usability and
accessibility study for the new exam application during the 2022 National
Convention of the National Federation of the Blind, in New Orleans or
virtually. Participation and feedback from educators, parents, and students
like you will help us better meet the needs of low vision and blind
students.

*More about this study*

•                *Date and time:*

o   In-person: *Wednesday, July 6, 3:30–4:30 pm* *CT* and *Thursday, July
7, 5:00–6:00pm CT*. Please arrive 15 minutes early for check-in.

o   Virtual: Wednesday, July 6 and Thursday, July 7, 9:00 am–5:00pm (CT).
Additional details will be provided closer to the study date.

•                *Timing:* The study is expected to take one hour.

•                *Devices:* You can test on a Windows laptop (running
Windows 10 or later), a Mac laptop (running Mac OS 10.11 or later), or an
iPad (running iOS 10 or later). You can bring your own device or use one of
the available testing devices.

•                *Compensation:* You’ll receive a USD $100 gift card.

•                *Study requirements:* To receive compensation, you must
complete all activities, which include completing a post-study survey.

 *Additional Information*

·       During the in-person facilitated study, you must wear a mask or
protective face covering and follow any additional local public health
guidelines and building policies. Please review the 2022 National
Convention Safety Protocols
<https://nfb.org/get-involved/national-convention/2022-national-convention-safety-protocols>.


·       If you are under 18, parent/guardian consent is required.

·       You will not receive scores or feedback on your responses nor can
the study be used by you for college admission, placement, scholarships, or
other purposes.

*Express Interest*

Please indicate your interest by *June 30 11:59 pm ET* by completing the
NFB Usability and Accessibility Testing Interest Form
<https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/3941c5cea52b4db7bcbfb09422305835>.

For any questions, contact us via email at CBdigitalsupport at collegeboard.org.




Sincerely,

College Board Services for Students with Disabilities





Digital delivery of SAT Suite of Assessments:
https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/digital



2022 National Convention Safety Protocols:
https://nfb.org/get-involved/national-convention/2022-national-convention-safety-protocols



the NFB Usability and Accessibility Testing Interest Form:
https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/3941c5cea52b4db7bcbfb09422305835


Carlton Anne Cook Walker
Attorney at Law
BEAR--Blindness Education and Advocacy Resources
Teacher of Students with Blindness/Low Vision
President, National Organization of Parents of Blind Children (NOPBC)
101 Kelly Drive
Carlisle, PA   17015
Voice: 717-658-9894
Twitter: BrailleMom


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