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<h2><b>Research Participation Request: A Qualitative Study of Orientation
and Mobility Specialists Serving Individuals with
DeafBlindness.</b></h2> <br><br>
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.<br><br>
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<h2><b>Research Title: A Qualitative Study of Orientation and Mobility
Specialists Serving Individuals with
DeafBlindness.</b></h2> <br><br>
Being conducted by: Texas Tech university<br><br>
<h2><b>Purpose of the Study</b></h2>To investigate teaching strategies
used by orientation and mobility specialists when providing orientation
and mobility training to students who are DeafBlind.<br><br>
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Role of the Participants and Anticipated Length of the Study
</b></h2>Following receipt of signed consent, participants will be
contacted to schedule an interview regarding teaching strategies and
supports used to teach orientation and mobility to people with
DeafBlindness.<br><br>
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Proposed Participant Compensation</b></h2>Yes, Participants will be
offered a chance to enter a drawing to receive one of five $50 Amazon
gift cards.<br><br>
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Link or Instructions for Participants to Enter the Study </b></h2>The
information sheet will be ready for dispersal on May 1, 2025.<br><br>
<h2><b>Contact the following individual with any questions </b></h2>Nora
Griffin-Shirley<br><br>
806-834-0225<br><br>
<a href="mailto:n.griffin-shirley@ttu.edu">n.griffin-shirley@ttu.edu</a>
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