[Pibe-division] A question for those with little to no usable vision

[Marianne Denning]

Denise, welcome to the field.  First, the rule, generally, is that no
material should be handed out unless it is in an accessible format for
the student.  That being said, there are several possible approaches.
Both Kurzweil and Open Book have a camera that will set on a page and
take a picture.  There are also some apps for the IPhone. that will do
this too and there are holders so the phone stays steady.  I don't
know if there are similar apps for a droid.  These are some possible
solutions but you need to emphasize the need to make materials
accessible before they are handed out.  There are limitations to the
suggestions I have made.  Feel free to ask additional questions.

On 1/31/14, CityNet Customer <dlmillette at friendlycity.net> wrote:
> Hello!  My name is Denise Millette.  I am new to the list.  I am
> currently in my practicum for my master's as a TVI.
> I apologize if this is a rookie question but I would like some
> perspectives from those currently in the field and who have more
> experience than I.  I am curious as to what strategies/techniques you
> might use when you are with a student and have printed material that
> is inaccessible to the student you are working with.  Whether on a
> worksheet, in a book, on the board or otherwise.  What do you do to
> provide the assistance to your student?
>
> Again, I apologize for the simplicity of my knowledge but I am only
> recently VI and have not perfected my own strategies as yet.
> I appreciate any suggestions and recommendations!
> Thanks
> Denise
>
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Marianne Denning, TVI, MA
Teacher of students who are blind or visually impaired
(513) 607-6053