[NABS-L] Blind and low-vision high school and college students needed for paid research study opportunity during NFB national convention

[Blake, Lou Ann]

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:

     *   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.
     *   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<mailto:CBdigitalsupport at collegeboard.org>.

Sincerely,
College Board Services for Students with Disabilities


Lou Ann Blake, J.D.
Director of Research Programs, Blindness Initiatives
200 East Wells Street, Baltimore, MD 21230
410-659-9314, extension 2221 | lblake at nfb.org<mailto:lblake at nfb.org>


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