[nfb-talk] Advice on Technology Fair

[Chad Allen]

Mike, 

Do you use the I phone yourself? If so, are you able to navigate the touch
screen successfully?



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From: nfb-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org [mailto:nfb-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On
Behalf Of Michael D. Barber
Sent: Sunday, March 14, 2010 7:04 AM
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Subject: Re: [nfb-talk] Advice on Technology Fair

I might suggest showing the iPhone to suggest  what successful outcomes can
occur when major companies like Apple work with the National Federation of
the Blind.  The iPhone, as far as I know, is the first cell phone I blind
person could buy without having to purchase additional specialized screen
reading software.  

Michael Barber

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From: nfb-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org [mailto:nfb-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On
Behalf Of Tina Hansen
Sent: Friday, March 12, 2010 4:50 PM
To: nfb-talk at nfbnet.org
Subject: [nfb-talk] Advice on Technology Fair

I am working with some others on a technology fair that will be taking place
at my local community college in April. Since the audience is students, I'm
hoping that we can present information about the various technologies in a
way students can relate to. For instance, one of our group will talk about
Braille, another will demonstrate screen reading technology, and still
another will probably talk about low vision tools. My part will be digital
talking book players.

One thing is stumping me, though. How is it possible to present information
about a complex piece of technology in that kind of a setting? Also, since I
will be showing book readers, I'd be interested in advice anyone has
regarding content I might want to use, or ideas on how my topic can relate
to blind/visually impaired students as well as everyone else.

I have also thought of a theme, such as Muggle Magic, in reference to the
Harry Potter books, but since this is a community college and not an
elementary school, I'm not sure if that will work. If you've used themes,
what have you tried and found successful?

Someone also suggested give-aways during the tech fair, such as food,
pencils, or coffee mugs. For instance, a minimug to go along with
information about NFB Newsline, since people like to read the paper over a
cup of coffee. I'm not sure what would be a good give-away with
demonstrations of book readers, but I'm sure food could help.

Bottom line: If anyone has tips on making a good presentation at a
technology fair, I'd be interested in hearing them. If you know of a blog,
podcast, or book I might gain insights from, please pass it on. Thanks.
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